The MY House Podcast Network
by MY House Matsu
MY House is a youth drop-in center in Wasilla Alaska that assists young people in need by providing them with food, housing, job training, and other support. The MY House Podcast Network is the central hub for information about the daily goings on at MY House, and also features shows about topics related to the work done at our facility.(Due to the nature of the work done at MY House, this channel is marked as explicit. Some topics may be triggering to survivors of drug addiction, homelessness, or sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-my-house-podcast-network/id1610609408https://open.spotify.com/show/1QriYOecndaA2xzRJFq4AH?si=45f07464bbc2492chttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtRulvMGOb7OEenIyTDCrUw
Episodes
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Fountain of Youth Ep 2 Emotional Maturity in Environments
Welcome to the Fountain of Youth! In this episode we discuss challenges of developing emotional maturity within our immediate environments.
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The MY House Podcast Ep.72 Karl From the E.A.R project
The E.A.R project YT link https://www.youtube.com/@TheEarProject5772/shorts
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Acquire The Fire Ep. 5 The Story
Welcome to the fifth episode of Acquire The Fire, a burnout prevention podcast hosted by Ramon Rodriguez, a peer support professional at MY House. On today's episode our guest is Brad Alexander, a counselor in the Vita Nova program at True North Recovery in Wasilla. After years working various…
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 71: Dimi & Casey - The Chickaloonies
On todays episode of The MY House Podcast Isaac and Lily interviewed Dimi and Casey, the creative duo behind the Chickaloonies comic series. They have a great love for the Matsu valley and work to bring creativity to community members of all ages at schools, non-profits and more. They will be at...
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Fountain of Youth Ep. 1: Introductions
Welcome to Fountain of Youth! During this podcast episode we introduce ourselves, each episode with a brief description, and walk through our run of show.
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Acquire The Fire Ep. 4: The Support...
Welcome to the fourth episode of Acquire The Fire, a burnout prevention podcast hosted by Ramon Rodriguez, a peer support professional at MY House. On today's episode our guest is Melissa Starkey, a case manager at the MY House youth drop in center. Though she has never been through recovery...
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Acquire The Fire Ep. 3: The Community...
Welcome to the third episode of Acquire The Fire, a burnout prevention podcast hosted by Ramon Rodriguez, a peer support professional at MY House. On today's episode our guest is Cameron Parry who talks about his experience working with the homeless youth of the community and how he maintains a...
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Acquire The Fire Ep. 2: The Circle...
Welcome to the second episode of Acquire The Fire, a burnout prevention podcast hosted by Ramon Rodriguez, a peer support professional at MY House. On today's episode our guest is Eric Farnsworth, case manager at MY House. He discusses his journey through addiction and recovery, as well as his...
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Acquire The Fire Ep. 1: The Heart Of...
Welcome to the first episode of Acquire The Fire, a burnout prevention podcast hosted by Ramon Rodriguez, a peer support professional at MY House. On today's episode our guest is Michelle Overstreet, CEO and founder of MY House. She explains the trials and tribulations of running a successful...
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 69: Esther Pitts and Tyler Healy from Mat-Su Health Foundation!
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast, we are honored to be joined by Esther Pitts, CEO of Mat-Su Health Foundation, and Tyler Healy the Program Office of the Healthy Minds focus area. Michelle and Isaac talk with Esther about her vision and goals for the foundation, Tyler about the…
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The MY House Podcast Ep.68: "Toward a Meaningful Life" with Rabbi Simon Jacobson
Today on the MY House Podcast Michelle and Rabbi Mendy Greenburg talk with the author of "Toward a Meaningful Life," Rabbi Simon Jacobson! Join us at the Palmer Train Depot Monday April 27th for a book signing event with Rabbi Jacobson and Michelle!
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 67: Kristan Cole!
Today on the MY House Podcast, we are blessed and honored to be joined by Kristan Cole! Kristan is a CEO and recognized industry leader in the world of real estate. She is also one of MY House's largest financial partners over the past 15 years, and the single largest contributor, (as of…
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 11: Overcoming Darkness - Transend Isolation
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter…
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 64: Behind The Mask Of Ramon Raccoon ft. Brad & Ramon
On todays episode of the MY House Podcast Isaac interviews Brad and Ramon for the upcoming book Behind The Mask Of Ramon Raccoon. If you'd like to purchase a copy you may do so here: https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/badbrad
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 12: Coda - The Courage to Change
This week on the final episode of the "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon conclude their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's...
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 10: Overcoming Darkness - Don't Battle, Pivot
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter…
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 9: Overcoming Darkness - Self-Criticism
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 8: Overcoming Darkness - Bad Moods
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 7: Overcoming Darkness - Worry
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 6: Overcoming Darkness - Discontent
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter…
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 63: Dr. Kira England - Hepatitis C Awareness and Prevention
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast Isaac talks with Dr. Kira England from the Alaska Department of Health! Isaac and Dr. England talk about risk factors for the Hepatitis C Virus, pathways to treatment and the community's role in helping combat the spread of Hepatitis C among vulnerable...
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MY Voice Season 4 Ep. 5: Connections and Momentum
On today's episode of MY Voice, Nichola joins us to talk about his experience with MY House, dating back to before MY House was even an idea! He also discusses his recovery journey and how he got to where he is at now.
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 5: Be Spiritually Anchored
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 62: Brad Alexander
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast Isaac talks with Brad alexander, a True North Recovery Employee and author of several recovery children's books! Isaac and Brad talk about how this project got started and Brad reads " Cranky Koalas Can Change!"
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 4: Build Healthy Habits
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 3: Recognize Your Unique Role
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 61: Chris Patterson - Foster Youth to Independance Lead
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast, we are pleased to be joined by Chris Patterson, the Northwest Regional Administrator and national Foster Youth to Independence initiative lead from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development! Michelle talk with Chris about his time as a foster...
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 60: Exit Strats pt. 4: Promoting Preventative Factors (with DATA!)
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast we pick our series on exit strategies back up to talk about how organizations can focus on exit strategies through tracking key outcomes from their clients.
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 2: Know You're Not Alone
This week on "The Liberating Effect!" , Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon continue their conversation about "Letters for Life - Guidance for Emotional Wellness from the Lubavitcher Rebbe" compiled by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter...
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MY Voice Season 4 Ep. 4: Planting Seeds of Hope (Part 2)
On today's episode of MY Voice, Raven talks about how she began her recovery journey and how she gets to give back to the community that helped her achieve her success!
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MY Voice Season 4 Ep. 3: Planting Seeds of Hope (Part 1)
On today's episode of MY Voice, we are blessed to be joined by Raven Evan, a long-time client of MY House and a member of our Youth Board of Directors. In part one of her story she shares about her upbringing, the start of her addiction and her first interactions with MY House. Make sure to tune...
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The Liberating Effect Ep. 1: See Others
Welcome to "The Liberating Effect!" On this limited podcast series, Rabbi Mendy Greenberg, MY House CEO Michelle Overstreet and Isaac Smoldon discuss and analyze the book "Letters for Life" by Levi Y. Shmotkin. On today's episode we discuss chapter one: "See Others"
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MY Voice Season 4 Episode 2: Believe You Can Do It
On this episode of MY Voice, Bryan talks with Keaton about his time with MY House, the importance of belief and what people can accomplish when they have people who support them and believe in their abilities.
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 59: Wil Carson & Carson-Cottle Center Updates
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast, we are joined once again by Wil Carson, the building architect for the Carson-Cottle Center! Wil, Michelle and Isaac talk about the current state of the construction and the process of the building's construction over the last year and a half.
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 57: Exit Strats pt. 3: The Power of Community
Our exit strategies series continues with Jay, as we discuss the importance of community engagement in client services!
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 57: Exit Strats pt. 2 - The Power of Peer Support
We continue our conversation on exit strategies with today's guest Shanar, and discuss the power of peer support led services!
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 56: Exit Strats Pt. 1 - Assets not Liabilities
On todays episode of the MY House Podcast, we begin a 12-episode series about Exit Strategies, and MY House's philosophy to homeless services. Our first guest is Cody, a client currently participating in our treatment program!
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MY Voice Season 4 Episode 1: Philosophy of CARE
On this episode of MY Voice our (temporary) host, Isaac, talks to one of our long-time employees in the Cafe Jamin about his time at MY House and what made his time at this program successful.
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 55: Emotional Balance with Rabbi Mendy Greenberg
On today's episode of the MY House Podcast, Michelle and Isaac talk with Rabbi Mendy about our upcoming event: Finding Balance in an Unbalanced world! (Tuesday, May 6th 2025 at 5 p.m. - Wasilla Public Library)
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Exit 12 - Road to Recovery: Step 12 - Carry The Message
Join Bryan, Michelle, Isaac and our guest Carly as we discus the last part in the 12 Step Recovery: "We try to carry this message to those in recovery, and to practice these principles in all our affairs."
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Exit 12 - Road to Recovery: Step 11 - Prayer and Meditation
Join Bryan, Michelle and Isaac as they talk with returning guest Odessa about step 11: “Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.”
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Exit 12: Road to Recovery - Step 10: Continue to Take Personal Inventory
Today on Exit 12 we are joined by Michael Carson local recovery advocate and Vice President of MY House's Board of Directors. We discuss step 10, “Continue to Take personal inventory, and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it.”
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Diagnonsense Ep. 48: Would You Kindly...?
On today's episode of Diagnonsense, Kurt and Isaac discuss Bioshock!
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Exit 12 - Road to Recovery - Steps 8/9: Amends Part 2
On today's episode of Exit 12, we are once again joined by Valerie, as we discuss steps 8/9, which have to do with making amends!
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Exit 12 - Road to Recovery - Steps 8/9: Amends Part 1
On today's episode of Exit 12, we are once again joined by Valerie, as we discuss steps 8/9, which have to do with making amends!
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The MY House Podcast Ep. 54: Residential Treatment is Open!
Bryan Fields and Isaac Smoldon talk about the details of our new residential treatment program.
About this show
MY House is a youth drop-in center in Wasilla Alaska that assists young people in need by providing them with food, housing, job training, and other support. The MY House Podcast Network is the central hub for information about the daily goings on at MY House, and also features shows about topics related to the work done at our facility.(Due to the nature of the work done at MY House, this channel is marked as explicit. Some topics may be triggering to survivors of drug addiction, homelessness, or sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-my-house-podcast-network/id1610609408https://open.spotify.com/show/1QriYOecndaA2xzRJFq4AH?si=45f07464bbc2492chttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtRulvMGOb7OEenIyTDCrUw
Hosted by
MY House Matsu