The Conversation: Tackling Northern Michigan's Housing Crisis | Yarrow Brown, Housing North

In this episode of Currently: The Conversation, host Christal Frost sits down with Yarrow Brown, Executive Director of Housing North, to unpack one of Northwest Michigan's most pressing challenges: the housing crisis. From young families and seniors to essential workers and professionals, more and more residents are finding it difficult to secure a safe, attainable place to live. Christal and Yarrow explore the factors driving the shortage, the impact it's having on local communities and economies, and the innovative partnerships and policy efforts working to turn things around. Whether you're a renter, a homeowner, or simply someone who cares about the future of our region, this episode sheds light on how collaboration, education, and advocacy are key to building stronger, more sustainable communities across Northern Michigan. Currently: The Conversation — thoughtful stories and meaningful discussions that go beyond the headlines. New episodes every Monday at christalfrost.com, on Facebook and YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.  A Compass Local Podcast produced by Pancake Boy Productions.