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Food, Family, & Philanthropy
Hello and welcome to Food, Family, and Philanthropy, the podcast that combines my passions for real estate, family, food, sports, and most importantly, giving back to the community. I'm Michael Nathanson, and for nearly two decades, I've been working in the real estate business in beautiful South Florida.
Throughout my career, I have found that the most rewarding experiences are those that involve giving back to the community. And that's why I decided to create this podcast: to explore how we can all make a difference through the many aspects of our lives. Whether it's supporting local businesses, connecting with loved ones, or getting involved in philanthropic endeavors, I believe we all have the power to positively impact the world.
In each episode, I'll be joined by amazing guests – from restaurant owners to real estate professionals, to family members, friends, and mentors. We will discuss how we can use our passions and resources to create meaningful change in our communities. And, of course, we'll indulge in some delicious food along the way!
So, whether you're a foodie, a philanthropist, a sports fan, or just someone who wants to make a difference in the world, I invite you to join me on this exciting journey. Follow us on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts, and let's explore the many ways we can positively impact the world through food, family, and philanthropy!
Food, Family, & Philanthropy
Ep. 44 - Jack Lighton On Cleaning Up Ocean Plastic And Why It Matters To All Of Us
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Most of us love the ocean, but we don’t always think about what’s actually in it until someone puts it in plain language. Michael Nathanson sits down with Jack Lighton of 4OceanFoundation to talk about ocean bound plastic pollution, why it’s become such an urgent issue, and what it looks like to build real momentum behind cleanup and education.
Jack shares how a childhood sea turtle nesting experience in Tequesta helped shape his path, how his time at Loggerhead Marine Life Center connected him to 4Ocean’s co-founder Alex Schultz, and why the 4Ocean model works like a “duplex” with a public benefit corporation on one side and 4OceanFoundation on the other. They also get into what donors actually fund, what cleanups can look like for everyday people, and the stat that stopped Michael in his tracks about microplastics.
Plus, a quick detour into local favorites like Tampano on Las Olas, New York Prime, and The Butchers Club at PGA National, a nostalgic Book Of Awesome moment about Chicken McNuggets, and an unexpected sports rabbit hole into E1 electric boat racing.
Contact Michael Nathanson:
Email: Michael@soldbythebros.com
Website: https://soldbythebros.com/