Palm Harbor Local
Palm Harbor Local is the podcast dedicated to the active, outdoor, and healthy lifestyle that defines life on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Hosted by Donnie Hathaway—Florida native, real estate professional, and longtime community builder—this show explores the people, places, and stories shaping everyday life in Palm Harbor and the surrounding Tampa Bay area.
Each week, you’ll hear real conversations centered around three core pillars:
Sports – youth and community athletics, coaching, competition, mindset, and the programs building stronger people and stronger communities.
Outdoors & Conservation – Florida’s natural beauty, local parks, trails, waterways, wildlife, and the leaders working to protect what makes this area special.
Wellness – fitness, recovery, nutrition, mental clarity, longevity, and the routines, spaces, and habits that help people live with more energy, focus, and purpose.
From coaches and athletes to conservation advocates, fitness professionals, and local lifestyle leaders, Palm Harbor Local highlights the voices shaping how we live, play, and care for our community.
Whether you’re a longtime resident, new to the area, or simply passionate about living an active and intentional lifestyle, this podcast offers insight, inspiration, and practical takeaways rooted in real local experience.
Palm Harbor Local is more than a podcast—it’s a window into the lifestyle that makes this part of Florida such a great place to live.
Subscribe and join a growing community focused on living better, staying active, and protecting what makes Palm Harbor special.
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Mastering Insurance and Sourdough
In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Mellon, to explore the intricate world of insurance. Andrew shares his inspiring journey of starting a career in insurance amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptability in navigating uncertain times. Throughout the discussion, Andrew provides valuable insights into effective strategies for securing appointments and refining marketing approaches in the competitive landscape of the insurance industry. He emphasizes the significance of prioritizing clients and cultivating strong relationships with referral partners, particularly in the real estate sector.
IN TODAY’S EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- Insurance with Andrew Mellon, founder of Mellon agency. (0:00)
- Starting a career in insurance during COVID-19. (1:10)
- Insurance agency appointments and marketing strategies. (4:19)
- Prioritizing clients and referral partners in real estate business. (10:03)
- Homeowners insurance coverage and priorities. (12:58)
- Flood insurance and its importance in Florida. (18:19)
- Property damage, roof inspections, and underwriting challenges. (23:53)
- Roof inspections, sourdough bread, and insurance. (26:10)
- Sourdough bread-making techniques and tips. (31:46)
CONNECT WITH ANDREW:
- Website: www.goosehead.com/agents/fl/tarpon-springs/the-mellon-agency/
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-mellon-bb3993246/
- Facebook: facebook.com/andrew.mellon.1048/
CONNECT WITH DONNIE:
- Follow Donnie: @donnie.hathaway
- Follow Palm Harbor Local: @PalmHarborLocal
- For more real estate information - www.thehathaway.group
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Together, we keep Palm Harbor local.
Stroll through the laid-back streets of the Palm Harbor community with this informative podcast, proudly brought to you by Donnie Hathaway with The Hathaway Group, your trusted guide and local expert in navigating the diverse and ever-changing property landscape of Palm Harbor.
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