Bring Back Third Spaces
From Almost 107 by 106.9 The X journalists
March 29, 2026 · 18 min · Season 12 · Episode 24
About this episode
Naomi explores the significance of third spaces in fostering community and human connection amidst social isolation.
In this episode of Almost 107, host Naomi uncovers the history behind third spaces, why they’re so important to community members, and maintaining human connection at a time of social isolation. They talk to a local organization founder, Cassidy Pelacek, to learn more about running third spaces, getting people involved, and how to combat social and societal barriers that come with meeting in new environments.
People in this episode
Host: Naomi
Guest: Cassidy Pelacek
Topics covered
- third spaces
- community
- social connection
- isolation
- barriers
Keywords
- third spaces
- community involvement
- social isolation
- human connection
- societal barriers
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: local organization
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