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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From Marine Corps to COO Life Lessons in Leadership
On the latest episode of Palm Harbor Local, Alex Delgado sat down with us to share his incredible journey, touching on everything from service in the Marines to his new role as COO of Gulf Coast Eye Care—and even his latest venture as a published author.
His new book, The Four F’s: Seeking Self-Mastery in Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finances, pulls together the life lessons he's learned along the way, aiming to help readers create balance and fulfillment. Here’s a look at some of the powerful insights Alex shared during his conversation.
IN TODAY’S EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- Faith as a Foundation: Alex believes that a strong foundation in faith helps us stay resilient through life’s toughest challenges.
- Importance of Family: He emphasizes repairing and nurturing relationships, as family provides grounding and strength.
- Small Steps to Success: For Alex, success in any area—fitness, finances, or personal growth—comes from taking consistent, small steps over time.
- Leadership through Empowerment: He advocates for a leadership style that inspires and empowers others, allowing them to make decisions and learn from mistakes.
- Taking Action Despite Fear: Alex’s journey shows that growth often requires stepping out of our comfort zones and moving forward despite self-doubt.
CONNECT WITH ALEX:
- LinkedIn: linkedIn.com/AlexDelgado
- Instagram: @alexrdelgado
- Amazon book: The Four Fs: Seeking Self Mastery in Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finances
CONNECT WITH DONNIE:
- Follow Donnie: @donnie.hathaway
- Follow Palm Harbor Local: @PalmHarborLocal
- For more real estate information - https://palmharborlocal.com/search-for-homes/
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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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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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