The Growing Small Towns Show

Rebecca Undem

The future of small towns doesn't depend on us finding more people; we need to better engage the ones who are already there. Each week, join Rebecca Undem, small-town champion and rural entrepreneur, as she chats with people who are doing their part to grow their community. You'll hear ideas and learn ways to better support your business community, create a sense of belonging for all, and foster a rich arts and culture scene in your small town. If you live in a small town, care deeply about your community, and share the belief that "if you're not growing, you're...

About PodLP

PodLP is the leading podcast app for feature phones. With 10M+ installs in nearly every country, PodLP is available for KaiOS on the KaiStore and JioStore, as well as Cloud Phone and Android. If you're interested in promoting "The Growing Small Towns Show" on PodLP, contact sales@podlp.com.

Screenshots are mockup renders of PodLP for KaiOS. Actual design may vary based on platform, operating system, and app version.

The Growing Small Towns Show

Episodes (100)

Tuesday S6:E7- Vacant Properties in Small Towns with Liz Kozub
Tue Mar 10th S6:E6 - Foodies, Families and Unexpected Paths with Shawn and Aiden Ulmer
Mon Mar 2nd S6:E5 - How Lack of Accessible Transportation is Impacting Aging in Place in Rural Communities with Nicole Jones

The Growing Small Towns Show

Mar 17, 2026
57¾ minutes
78 MB

Vacant and deteriorating properties are a challenge facing communities across the country—but small towns are not powerless to address them. In this episode, Liz from the Center for Community Progress shares practical strategies communities can use to inventory vacant buildings, navigate ownership challenges, and turn neglected properties into opportunities for revitalization. The conversation explores how data, partnerships, and creative thinking can help small towns reclaim the spaces that shape their future. About Liz: Liz Kozub is an Associate Director for Technical Assistance at the Center for Community Progress. As an experienced project manager and program developer, sh...

The Growing Small Towns Show

S6:E7- Vacant Properties in Small Towns with Liz Kozub

Rebecca Undem

00:00 -55:59