Housing Revolution Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/housingrevolution Housing is more than a property. It’s where money, policy, business, and real life meet. Housing Revolution, powered by BananaSplit Club and hosted by real estate operator and licensed general contractor Rahima Blaza, explores the people, ideas, and systems reshaping how housing works. Through conversations with investors, operators, lenders, nonprofit leaders, housing professionals, and community partners, we get into the questions behind the headlines: How do you build housing models that work financially and operationally? What makes shared housing sustainable? How do financing, taxes, ownership, construction, and partnerships shape the outcome? And how can real estate create both economic value and meaningful human impact? Expect candid conversations about real estate investing, shared housing, housing innovation, financing, tax strategy, property operations, nonprofit partnerships, community, and the realities of building and managing homes. Because a housing model has to work on paper — and for the people who live there. Housing Revolution is powered by BananaSplit Club. Learn more about BananaSplit Club: ⁠https://mybananasplit.com/ Explore Housing Alchemy for investors and owners: ⁠https://housingalchemy.com/ Have a question, story, partnership idea, or guest suggestion? 📩 info@mybananasplit.com New conversations about the future of housing, real estate, and community. © 2026 BananaSplit Club 4ef9839c-9a78-546c-9077-5c704adfe552 yes en Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:55:25 -0700 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:58:17 -0700 https://mybananasplit.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/qnV724iKQuWsG5-2-_EEVcXyliUYKLQHS9rWvUhytRo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZGU0/MzAwOWVjNDBlMTA2/YWY3ZTRjOTIzOTll/OTAyYS5wbmc.jpg Housing Revolution https://mybananasplit.com episodic BananaSplit Club Housing is more than a property. It’s where money, policy, business, and real life meet. Housing Revolution, powered by BananaSplit Club and hosted by real estate operator and licensed general contractor Rahima Blaza, explores the people, ideas, and systems reshaping how housing works. Through conversations with investors, operators, lenders, nonprofit leaders, housing professionals, and community partners, we get into the questions behind the headlines: How do you build housing models that work financially and operationally? What makes shared housing sustainable? How do financing, taxes, ownership, construction, and partnerships shape the outcome? And how can real estate create both economic value and meaningful human impact? Expect candid conversations about real estate investing, shared housing, housing innovation, financing, tax strategy, property operations, nonprofit partnerships, community, and the realities of building and managing homes. Because a housing model has to work on paper — and for the people who live there. Housing Revolution is powered by BananaSplit Club. Learn more about BananaSplit Club: ⁠https://mybananasplit.com/ Explore Housing Alchemy for investors and owners: ⁠https://housingalchemy.com/ Have a question, story, partnership idea, or guest suggestion? 📩 info@mybananasplit.com New conversations about the future of housing, real estate, and community. Housing is more than a property. housing, real estate, real estate investing, shared housing, co-living, housing innovation, impact investing, affordable housing, real estate development, property management, housing investment, community development, nonprofit partnerships, real estate finance, housing solutions BananaSplit Club info@mybananasplit.com Yes No From Rock Bottom to Case Manager: Vicki Jenkins’ Powerful Addiction Recovery Story From Rock Bottom to Case Manager: Vicki Jenkins’ Powerful Addiction Recovery Story full 59055db0-c372-41fb-b294-d70773f5b699 https://share.transistor.fm/s/13385173 What does it take to rebuild your life after addiction and turn your own recovery journey into a way to help others?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with Vicki Jenkins, Case Manager at All Things Recovery Resources (ATR), to hear her personal story of addiction, loss, relapse, and recovery.

Vicki shares how she went from receiving support through ATR to becoming a case manager herself, helping people facing many of the same challenges she once experienced.

We also hear from Lisa Alvarez, a BananaSplit Club resident, about how having her own room, a safe environment, and a supportive community makes a difference in her recovery journey.

In this episode:
• Vicki’s journey from addiction to recovery
• How she went from ATR client to case manager
• Why stable housing, privacy, and safety matter
• How community and personal support help people rebuild their lives

Vicki’s message to anyone struggling: “Don’t give up. Tomorrow will be a better day.”

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
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]]> What does it take to rebuild your life after addiction and turn your own recovery journey into a way to help others?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with Vicki Jenkins, Case Manager at All Things Recovery Resources (ATR), to hear her personal story of addiction, loss, relapse, and recovery.

Vicki shares how she went from receiving support through ATR to becoming a case manager herself, helping people facing many of the same challenges she once experienced.

We also hear from Lisa Alvarez, a BananaSplit Club resident, about how having her own room, a safe environment, and a supportive community makes a difference in her recovery journey.

In this episode:
• Vicki’s journey from addiction to recovery
• How she went from ATR client to case manager
• Why stable housing, privacy, and safety matter
• How community and personal support help people rebuild their lives

Vicki’s message to anyone struggling: “Don’t give up. Tomorrow will be a better day.”

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #AddictionRecovery #SecondChances

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In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with Vicki Jenkins, Case Manager at All Things Recovery Resources (ATR), to hear her personal story of addiction, loss, relapse, and recovery.

Vicki shares how she went from receiving support through ATR to becoming a case manager herself, helping people facing many of the same challenges she once experienced.

We also hear from Lisa Alvarez, a BananaSplit Club resident, about how having her own room, a safe environment, and a supportive community makes a difference in her recovery journey.

In this episode:
• Vicki’s journey from addiction to recovery
• How she went from ATR client to case manager
• Why stable housing, privacy, and safety matter
• How community and personal support help people rebuild their lives

Vicki’s message to anyone struggling: “Don’t give up. Tomorrow will be a better day.”

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #AddictionRecovery #SecondChances

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In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with real estate investor and mortgage professional Rebecca Riley St. Thomas to break down the BananaSplit Club co-living model from both the financial and human sides.

Rebecca owns one of the properties BananaSplit Club developed, so they get into the real numbers and decisions behind the model, from finding and rebuilding properties to DSCR financing, operating expenses, cost segregation, and potential cash flow. They also discuss why the vision has grown from 100 homes to potentially 1,000 homes and 10,000 beds.

In this episode:
• How the co-living real estate model works
• Rental income, expenses, and potential cash flow
• Why Phoenix works for this housing model
• Cost segregation, bonus depreciation, and real estate professional status

Important: Financial examples discussed in this episode relate to specific properties and scenarios. Returns are not guaranteed. This conversation is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Consult qualified professionals about your individual situation.

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #RealEstateInvesting #AffordableHousing

]]> Can co-living real estate create cash flow while helping solve the affordable housing crisis?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with real estate investor and mortgage professional Rebecca Riley St. Thomas to break down the BananaSplit Club co-living model from both the financial and human sides.

Rebecca owns one of the properties BananaSplit Club developed, so they get into the real numbers and decisions behind the model, from finding and rebuilding properties to DSCR financing, operating expenses, cost segregation, and potential cash flow. They also discuss why the vision has grown from 100 homes to potentially 1,000 homes and 10,000 beds.

In this episode:
• How the co-living real estate model works
• Rental income, expenses, and potential cash flow
• Why Phoenix works for this housing model
• Cost segregation, bonus depreciation, and real estate professional status

Important: Financial examples discussed in this episode relate to specific properties and scenarios. Returns are not guaranteed. This conversation is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Consult qualified professionals about your individual situation.

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #RealEstateInvesting #AffordableHousing

]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2026 09:23:23 -0700 BananaSplit Club Watch on YouTube BananaSplit Club 3388 Can co-living real estate create cash flow while helping solve the affordable housing crisis?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with real estate investor and mortgage professional Rebecca Riley St. Thomas to break down the BananaSplit Club co-living model from both the financial and human sides.

Rebecca owns one of the properties BananaSplit Club developed, so they get into the real numbers and decisions behind the model, from finding and rebuilding properties to DSCR financing, operating expenses, cost segregation, and potential cash flow. They also discuss why the vision has grown from 100 homes to potentially 1,000 homes and 10,000 beds.

In this episode:
• How the co-living real estate model works
• Rental income, expenses, and potential cash flow
• Why Phoenix works for this housing model
• Cost segregation, bonus depreciation, and real estate professional status

Important: Financial examples discussed in this episode relate to specific properties and scenarios. Returns are not guaranteed. This conversation is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Consult qualified professionals about your individual situation.

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #RealEstateInvesting #AffordableHousing

]]> Housing Revolution, BananaSplit Club, Rahima Blaza, Rebecca Riley St. Thomas, co-living real estate, co-living investing, real estate investing, affordable housing, affordable housing crisis, rental cash flow, real estate cash flow, investment property, rental property, shared housing, housing investment, Phoenix real estate, Arizona real estate, DSCR loans, DSCR financing, cost segregation, bonus depreciation, real estate professional status, 750 hour test, real estate tax strategy, property development, real estate development, property management, rental income, investment returns, housing innovation, luxury affordable housing, nonprofit partnerships, community housing, impact investing, housing solutions, ADU, accessory dwelling units, real estate financing, mortgage financing, property renovation, real estate investor, housing development, community development, passive income, housing affordability, real estate podcast, affordable co-living No “We Became a Family”: How Stable Housing Helped Andreas Rebuild His Life After Addiction “We Became a Family”: How Stable Housing Helped Andreas Rebuild His Life After Addiction full 588ce729-7657-4952-ade5-c2f28426f4cf https://share.transistor.fm/s/8b73e543 What can change when someone in recovery finally has a safe, stable place to call home?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with Andreas, a 31-year-old BananaSplit Club resident, to hear his personal story of homelessness, addiction, depression, recovery, and rebuilding his life.

Andreas shares what it was like living in a car with his wife, what helped him choose recovery, and how stable housing and community became part of moving forward. Today, he describes the men he lives with as family and hopes to use his experience to become a peer support specialist.

In this episode:
• Andreas’ journey from homelessness and addiction to recovery
• Why stable housing can matter during recovery
• How community became family
• Why Andreas believes connection is the opposite of addiction

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #AddictionRecovery #StableHousing

]]> What can change when someone in recovery finally has a safe, stable place to call home?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with Andreas, a 31-year-old BananaSplit Club resident, to hear his personal story of homelessness, addiction, depression, recovery, and rebuilding his life.

Andreas shares what it was like living in a car with his wife, what helped him choose recovery, and how stable housing and community became part of moving forward. Today, he describes the men he lives with as family and hopes to use his experience to become a peer support specialist.

In this episode:
• Andreas’ journey from homelessness and addiction to recovery
• Why stable housing can matter during recovery
• How community became family
• Why Andreas believes connection is the opposite of addiction

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #AddictionRecovery #StableHousing

]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:54:12 -0700 BananaSplit Club Watch on YouTube BananaSplit Club 333 What can change when someone in recovery finally has a safe, stable place to call home?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza sits down with Andreas, a 31-year-old BananaSplit Club resident, to hear his personal story of homelessness, addiction, depression, recovery, and rebuilding his life.

Andreas shares what it was like living in a car with his wife, what helped him choose recovery, and how stable housing and community became part of moving forward. Today, he describes the men he lives with as family and hopes to use his experience to become a peer support specialist.

In this episode:
• Andreas’ journey from homelessness and addiction to recovery
• Why stable housing can matter during recovery
• How community became family
• Why Andreas believes connection is the opposite of addiction

Learn more about BananaSplit Club:
 https://bananasplit.club/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries:
 info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #AddictionRecovery #StableHousing

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In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza speaks with Dorrenda Smith of All Things Recovery Resources (ATR) about why safe, stable housing can become the foundation for recovery, employment, community, and long-term independence.

They discuss the realities of re-entry after incarceration, transitional housing, workforce development, and the everyday barriers that can make rebuilding a life difficult.

In this episode:
 • How transitional housing supports long-term independence
 • The connection between housing, employment, and recovery
 • Why private rooms and safe shared homes matter
 • How community creates accountability and support

For BananaSplit Club, co-living is about more than providing a place to stay. It’s about creating the stability, privacy, and community people need to move forward.

Learn more: https://mybananasplit.com/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries: info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #SafeHousing #CommunityImpact

]]> What does it take to help someone rebuild their life?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza speaks with Dorrenda Smith of All Things Recovery Resources (ATR) about why safe, stable housing can become the foundation for recovery, employment, community, and long-term independence.

They discuss the realities of re-entry after incarceration, transitional housing, workforce development, and the everyday barriers that can make rebuilding a life difficult.

In this episode:
 • How transitional housing supports long-term independence
 • The connection between housing, employment, and recovery
 • Why private rooms and safe shared homes matter
 • How community creates accountability and support

For BananaSplit Club, co-living is about more than providing a place to stay. It’s about creating the stability, privacy, and community people need to move forward.

Learn more: https://mybananasplit.com/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries: info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #SafeHousing #CommunityImpact

]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:55:22 -0700 BananaSplit Club Watch on YouTube BananaSplit Club 1001 What does it take to help someone rebuild their life?

In this episode of Housing Revolution, Rahima Blaza speaks with Dorrenda Smith of All Things Recovery Resources (ATR) about why safe, stable housing can become the foundation for recovery, employment, community, and long-term independence.

They discuss the realities of re-entry after incarceration, transitional housing, workforce development, and the everyday barriers that can make rebuilding a life difficult.

In this episode:
 • How transitional housing supports long-term independence
 • The connection between housing, employment, and recovery
 • Why private rooms and safe shared homes matter
 • How community creates accountability and support

For BananaSplit Club, co-living is about more than providing a place to stay. It’s about creating the stability, privacy, and community people need to move forward.

Learn more: https://mybananasplit.com/

🤝 Questions or partnership inquiries: info@mybananasplit.com

#HousingRevolution #BananaSplitClub #SafeHousing #CommunityImpact

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