Chapter Two of Home: The Homelessness Crisis in North Dakota explores North Dakota’s “bootstrap” mentality, deadly winter weather systems, and the impact of the oil boom in the western half of the state. The episode features the lived experience of Troy Pryor, and features homeless advocates from around the state, including Pastor Barb Becker, Glory of the Lord Ministries, Watford City; Kate Brovold, Austin’s Mission, Bismarck; Jenna Gullo, Missouri Slope Areawide United Way, Bismarck; Louis McLeod, Minot Area Homeless Coalition, Minot; and Sue Shriek, Northlands Rescue Mission, Grand Forks.

Home is a multi-part documentary series that focuses on the homelessness crisis in North Dakota. The series examines the myths, the individuals impacted, the causes, and the state-wide community response to the epidemic. The series is told through the experiences of individuals who have experienced homelessness, and through the lens of homeless service advocates working directly with the homeless population.