Realistic Sustainability

Realistic Sustainability

By Michael Nazarian

Join Mike and rotating guests Nick, Jamison, and Mr. Rob Boggan as they focus on basic sustainability education and the small steps that we as consumers/families can take to not only shrink our carbon footprint but grow our positive footprint. The realistic sustainability podcast will debunk some common misconceptions about going green while helping us all discover new ways to improve our lives and communities. So sit back and enjoy and if you want to help, please leave comments and subscribe (it helps more than you know).
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S6E14 - Ghost Kitchens

Realistic SustainabilityMay 12, 2025
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S6E14 - Ghost Kitchens

S6E14 - Ghost Kitchens

Join Mike and Rob from the Curated Culture as they discuss Ghost Kitchens and where they stand in the realm of sustainability.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow," and "comment", which helps the share more than you know. Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
May 12, 202551:50
S6E13 - 9 Easy Swaps

S6E13 - 9 Easy Swaps

Join Mike and Jamison as they get back to some normal sustainability content.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow," and "comment", which helps the share more than you know. ⁠Magic Minds has a special offer of 20% off mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITYAPR Use code: SUSTAINABILITYAPR Items from the show- Home Watt Meter - Misto Oil Sprayer - Detergent Sheets- Dryer Balls- Rechargeable BatteriesPlease feel free to join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.socialYouTube: @RealSustainGYL
May 01, 202550:19
S6E12 - The High Cost of Beef

S6E12 - The High Cost of Beef

Beef is expensive in many ways, from cash to the environment. Join Mike and Nick as they chat about the high cost of Beef. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow," and "comment", which helps the share more than you know. ⁠Magic Minds has a special offer of 20% off mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Link: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITY⁠⁠⁠ Use code: SustainabilityPlease feel free to join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Apr 20, 202538:59
S6E11 - [Short] Realistic Lawn Replacements

S6E11 - [Short] Realistic Lawn Replacements

Join Mike as he explores the idea of replacing our needy lawns with some very suitable replacements. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow", and "comment", which helps the show more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability, try out Earth Roast Coffee: https://earthroastcoffee.co/michael61Don't forget your discount code: Realsustain15Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Apr 08, 202520:14
S6E10 - Dear Diary and More....

S6E10 - Dear Diary and More....

Join Mike as he talks about some local discussions on sustainability projects and why the 3 pillars of sustainability matter. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow," and "comment", which helps the share more than you know. ⁠Magic Minds has a special offer of 20% off mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Link: ⁠⁠https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITY⁠⁠ Use code: SustainabilityPlease join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Apr 02, 202524:57
S6E09 - How We Make An Impact

S6E09 - How We Make An Impact

Join Mike and Rob from the Curated Culture as they discuss what it takes to really make an impact in your community or more. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow," and "comment", which helps the share more than you know. ⁠Magic Minds has a special offer of 20% off mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Link: ⁠https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITY20⁠Use code: Sustainability20⁠Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Mar 17, 202501:14:42
S6E08 - Barriers to Tiny House Living

S6E08 - Barriers to Tiny House Living

Join Mike and Jamison as they discuss some roadblocks for attempting to live tiny.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow," and "comment", which helps the share more than you know. ⁠Magic Minds has a special offer of 20% off mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Link: https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITY20Use code: Sustainability20⁠Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Mar 01, 202547:16
S6E07 -[Short] What if The US Left Paris Climate Accord

S6E07 -[Short] What if The US Left Paris Climate Accord

What are the implications for the US and its residents as they sever ties (again) with the Paris Climate Accord? Join Mike as he talks through the concerns. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also, don't forget to "like", "follow", and "comment", which helps the show more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability, try out Earth Roast Coffee: https://earthroastcoffee.co/michael61Don't forget your discount code: Realsustain15Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingylBlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Feb 21, 202515:23
S6E06 - What Makes A Community

S6E06 - What Makes A Community

Join⁠Mike⁠ and Mr.⁠Rob Boggan⁠ from the⁠Curated Culture⁠ as they discuss what makes a community. The actions that help and the ones that hurt.If you liked this episode please consider sharing it with a friend on social media and as always, don't forget to "like" and "follow".⁠Magic Minds has a special offer of 20% off mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Use code: Sustainability20⁠Follow Mike on Social Media⁠Facebook⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠BlueSky⁠⁠Threads
Feb 15, 202551:19
S6E05 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 7

S6E05 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 7

Welcome to the one of the best days on the big island of Hawaii. From Ho'okena Beach to Mike Notter becoming the gecko whisper, to Paradise Meadows to South Point. Join Mike as he chats about one of the best days on the Island. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also don't forget to "like", "follow" and "comment", which helps the shore more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability try out Earth Roast Coffee: https://earthroastcoffee.co/michael61 Don't forget your discount code: Realsustain15 Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠ Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingyl BlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Feb 03, 202520:16
S6E04 - Sustainability Leaders - Jimmy Carter

S6E04 - Sustainability Leaders - Jimmy Carter

Who was Jimmy Carter? As a former U.S. president, it seems as if everyone has an opinion, but what is the reality? It turns out that he was a strong advocate for environmental conservation, social justice, universal education, and access to affordable healthcare. Join Mike as he takes a look at just a tiny bit of President Carter's life. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also don't forget to "like", "follow" and "comment", which helps the shore more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability try out Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITYJAN Click to get 45% OFF! Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠ Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingyl BlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Jan 28, 202526:05
S6E03- [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 6

S6E03- [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 6

On this day, Mike and the group not only learned about how a mainland company is making the lives of Hawians worse by becoming the parking czar and Jami directs the group on a serious off-road adventure that really paid off! If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also don't forget to "like", "follow" and "comment", which helps the shore more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability try out Earth Roast Coffee: https://earthroastcoffee.co/michael61 Don't forget your discount code: Realsustain15 Please join our socialsFacebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠ Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingyl BlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Jan 20, 202511:42
S6E02 - Sustainable Thinking Revisited

S6E02 - Sustainable Thinking Revisited

Join Mike and Mr. Rob Boggan from the Curated Culture as they discuss the mental gymnastics required to think sustainably. Both on the micro and macro scale and what it does for your mental well-being. If you liked this episode please consider sharing it with a friend on social media and as always, don't forget to "like" and "follow". Magic Minds special offer of 45% off the mental performance and sleep aid drinks. Click HERE Follow Mike on Social Media Facebook Instagram TikTok BlueSky Threads
Jan 18, 202501:12:23
S6E1 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 5

S6E1 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 5

S6E1 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 5 What a great day! From Hilo's market (yes again), lava tube exploration, to the lost flip flop saga, the coconut turmoil, and even some minor surgery in a drug store parking lot, we had quite an experience. Join Mike as he talks about day 5 in Hawaii. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also don't forget to "like", "follow" and "comment", which helps the shore more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability in your mental performance, try Magic Mind while listeners of the show get 20% off. https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITY20 Don't forget your discount code: SUSTAINABILITY20 Please join our socialsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠ Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingyl BlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social
Jan 06, 202510:41
S5E16 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 4

S5E16 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 4

S5E16 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 4 What's the use of going on an amazing vacation on the nature-driven Big Island of Hawaii without sharing it with all of you? Follow Mike, Jamison, and their friends the Notters and they explore the Big Island of Hawaii. If you enjoy this episode, share it with a friend or on social media. Please don't forget to click "Follow" and leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Links:To support Realistic Sustainability and your yourself:⁠ Get Magic Mind at 20% off HERE and don't forget to use the promo code: SUSTAINABILITY20 Join our socials ⁠⁠Mikes Facebook ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mikes Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mikes Treads⁠⁠ ⁠⁠GYL Facebook Page⁠⁠ ⁠⁠GYL Facebook Group⁠⁠ www.Greeningyourlife.org ---Please consider supporting this podcast for as little as $1 per month:  HERE
Dec 20, 202413:21
S5E15 - Sustainable Christmas

S5E15 - Sustainable Christmas

It's that time again, but this year, Jamison joins Mike to talk sustainability for Christmas. Join us as they talk about gifts, wrapping and decor, and better ways to reduce your carbon footprint. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it with a friend or on social media. Also don't forget to "like", "follow" and "comment". which helps the shore more than you know. If you would like to support Realistic Sustainability in your mental performance, try Magic Mind while listeners of the show get 20% off. ⁠Click here⁠ Don't forget your discount code: SUSTAINABILITY20  Do you want to follow Mike's socials? ⁠Mike's Facebook ⁠ ⁠RS Instagram⁠ ⁠RS TikTok⁠ ⁠RS BlueSky⁠ ⁠RS Threads⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ Click ⁠HERE⁠ to follow Grayson's YouTube Last, don't forget to leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform.
Dec 16, 202453:15
S5E13 - The Food Thought Experiment

S5E13 - The Food Thought Experiment

S5E13 - The Food Thought Experiment Join Mike and Nick as they talk their way through a thought experiment. What if... What if fruits and veggies were free? Free not just for some but all. How would that work? What problems would we have? How would it change the world? Please don't forget to click "Follow" and leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Links: To support Realistic Sustainability and yourself:⁠ To support Realistic Sustainability and yourself:⁠ Get Magic Mind at 50% off with the Black Friday offerhttps://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITYBF
Dec 04, 202452:13
S5E14 - [Short} The Hawaiian Experience Day 3

S5E14 - [Short} The Hawaiian Experience Day 3

What's the use of going on an amazing vacation on the nature-driven Big Island of Hawaii without sharing it with all of you? Follow Mike, Jamison, and their friends the Notters and they explore the Big Island of Hawaii. If you enjoy this episode, share it with a friend or on social media. Please don't forget to click "Follow" and leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Links: To support Realistic Sustainability and your yourself: ⁠ Get Magic Mind at 50% off with the Black Friday offer https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITYBF Join our socials ⁠⁠Mikes Facebook ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mikes Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Mikes Treads⁠⁠ ⁠⁠GYL Facebook Page⁠⁠ ⁠⁠GYL Facebook Group⁠⁠ www.Greeningyourlife.org
Dec 02, 202418:02
S5E12 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 1 & 2

S5E12 - [Short] The Hawaiian Experience Day 1 & 2

What's the use of going on an amazing vacation on the nature-driven Big Island of Hawaii without sharing it with all of you? Follow Mike, Jamison, and their friends the Notters and they explore the Big Island of Hawaii. If you enjoy this episode, share it with a friend or on social media. Please don't forget to click "Follow" and leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Links: To support Realistic Sustainability and your yourself:  Get Magic Mind at 50% off with the Black Friday offer Use promo code: SUSTAINABILITYBF  Join our socials ⁠Mikes Facebook ⁠ ⁠Mikes Instagram⁠ ⁠Mikes Treads⁠ ⁠GYL Facebook Page⁠ ⁠GYL Facebook Group⁠ www.Greeningyourlife.org
Nov 24, 202419:16
PSA - 3 Miles

PSA - 3 Miles

Sometimes we need reminders to stay calm and reset. I need to reset like that too when things get this way. In most cases, elections lead to a significant amount of stress. Let's slow down together. If you like this episode please don't forget to follow and like our post and if you have the time, please leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Remember if you like this episode please share it with a friend or on social media and of course, don't forget to follow us! Links: To support Realistic Sustainability and your yourself:⁠ Click here to get your own Magic Mind Mental Performance Drink⁠! https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITYBF Until December 6th, use promo code: SUSTAINABILITYBF Follow our socials⁠ Mikes Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠ Mikes Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/realsustaingyl/⁠ Mikes Treads:⁠ @realsustaingyl⁠GYL Facebook Page⁠: https://www.facebook.com/RealSustainGYL/⁠ GYL Facebook Group:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/groups/greeningyourlife www.Greeningyourlife.org
Nov 22, 202410:03
S5E11 - The City - Citizen Disconnect

S5E11 - The City - Citizen Disconnect

While working on a local project, Mike started to wonder about why some city's actions don't seem to align with citizen needs. Mike and Jamison take some to examine examples and why we see the disconnect between city design and citizen needs. If you enjoy this episode, share it with a friend or on social media. Please don't forget to click "Follow" and leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Links: To support Realistic Sustainability and your yourself: Click here to get your own Magic Mind Mental Performance Drink! Use promo code: SUSTAINABILITY20  Join our socials Mikes Facebook Mikes Instagram Mikes Treads GYL Facebook Page GYL Facebook Group www.Greeningyourlife.org
Nov 15, 202454:00
S5E10 - AI & Automation

S5E10 - AI & Automation

Join Mike and his brother Nick take a look at how AI has affected automation and both can affect sustainability. If you like this episode please don't forget to follow and like our post and if you have the time, please leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. And if you want to support Realistic Sustainability while supporting yourself, try Magic Mind mental performance drinks with our discount code SUSTAINABILITY20 for 20% off your order! Go to: https://www.magicmind.com/SUSTAINABILITY20
Oct 30, 202449:59
S5E08 - The 6R's

S5E08 - The 6R's

Join Mike and Jamison as they cover one of the foundations of sustainability, the 6R's. Sometimes they agree and other times they don't but all of the time it's fun!
Oct 15, 202444:04
S5E09 - Bonus -Professor Mike?!?

S5E09 - Bonus -Professor Mike?!?

*New Episode* S5E09 - Bonus -Professor Mike?!? Join Mike as he processes some new information he received this week. Remember if you like this episode please share it with a friend or on social media and of course, don't forget to follow us! Please consider leaving us a 5-star review! #sustainability #sustainableliving #sustainable #sustainablefood #sustainabilitygoals
Oct 07, 202409:11
S5E07 - Bonus Short - The HAUNTED Duplex

S5E07 - Bonus Short - The HAUNTED Duplex

Welcome to a new Realistic Sustainability bonus short - Mike takes a minute to talk about the not-so-haunted duplex Jami, and he bought to restore. Find out why the heck they would take this massive project on! You can watch the progress on the GYL page and Mikes personal Facebook account which you are welcome to join either or both! Remember if you like this episode please share it with a friend or on social media and of course, don't forget to follow us!
Sep 16, 202412:45
S5E06 - COVID Effect on Sustainability II

S5E06 - COVID Effect on Sustainability II

*New Episode*S5E06 - COVID Effect on Sustainability II Join Mike and Rob from the Curated Culture as they examine how COVID has affected sustainability in both the world and the US. Remember if you like this episode please share it with a friend or on social media and of course, don't forget to follow us! To listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/66PrFMMRYWA68ejLcCJCv0?si=6929d98e664f4828 iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s5e04-forced-green-energy/id1533953443?i=1000663910986 Other: https://link.chtbl.com/Realistic_SustainabilityPlease consider leaving us a 5-star review! #sustainability #sustainableliving #sustainable #sustainablefood #sustainabilitygoals
Sep 07, 202448:38
S5E05 - High-Cost Effect on Food Waste

S5E05 - High-Cost Effect on Food Waste

*New Episode* S5E05 - High-Cost Effect on Food Waste Join Mike and Rob from the Curated Culture as they examine how the increasing cost of food has affected food waste in the United States. Please consider leaving us a 5-star review! #Sustainability #sustainableliving #sustainable #sustainablecities #SustainableCity@followers The Curated Culture
Aug 16, 202401:02:38
S5E04- Forced Green Energy

S5E04- Forced Green Energy

What happens when a state decides that cities, townships, and villages can no longer zone out solar or wind? In Michigan, that just happened. It sounds like a huge win for solar and wind companies or sustainability but is it a win for the city? Join Nick and Mike as they talk about Michigan's house bills 5120 & 5121 Please consider sharing with friends or on social media. ⁠GYL Website⁠ Join us on: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Threads⁠ ⁠X⁠ And a special thanks to Magic Mind's mental performance shots. If you want to support RS and yourself, go to this ⁠link ⁠and use the promo code RSPOD20 for 20% off your first order! Thank you all again for listening!
Jul 31, 202436:58
S5E03 - What is Sustainability II

S5E03 - What is Sustainability II

As we reboot, we wanted to go back to some of the most popular season 1 topics and see how things have changed if they have. Join Mike and Jamison as they discuss some basic terms and understandings that come with sustainability. Please consider sharing with friends or on social media. GYL Website Join us on: Instagram Facebook Threads X And a special thanks to Magic Mind's mental performance shots. If you would like to support RS and yourself, go to this link and use promo code RSPOD 20 for 20% off your first order! Thank you all again for listening!
Jul 15, 202455:06
S5E02- Edible Landscape Update

S5E02- Edible Landscape Update

This week we start with one of Mike's favorite topics, Durand's Edible Landscape Project. Join Mike and Nick as they update everyone on how the project is progressing and Mike covers some of the lessons learned. We will also see if all those scary negatives people said would happen, happened. This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind Mental Performance Shots. You can learn more at Magic Mind and get 20% off with discount code RSPOD20 Learn more about the edible landscape project Go to the Realistic Sustainability Podcast page
Jun 30, 202459:29
S5E01 - We're Back!

S5E01 - We're Back!

We're back! Realistic Sustainability is back. New intro song, new format, and new topics. Being gone 7 months was far too long. Join Mike, Jamison, Nick, and Rob as they catch up on what they have been doing over those last 7 months. Thanks for joining us on the reboot. Listen to more Visit: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast Rob Boggan and the Curated Culture Magic Mind mental booster
Jun 15, 202453:48
PSA from Mike

PSA from Mike

Guess who's back? Join Mike as he lets you know what we will see from Realistic Sustainability for the rest of the year.

May 30, 202405:43
S4E43 - Potpourri

S4E43 - Potpourri

With Nick still building a new restaurant, Jamison steps in to help out in the show. With the odd name it makes people wonder what this show is about but join Mike and Jamison as they talk about topics from plastic bag bans to recent videos of individuals struggling with the common 9-5 work life. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: ⁠Here⁠ Visit the RS site: ⁠https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast⁠
Nov 10, 202354:60
S4E42 - Scam Avoidance

S4E42 - Scam Avoidance

When you are trying to live a quiet sustainable life, there isn't much worse than a con artist or scammer trying to take it all. Although there are only a small number of scammers in the world the internet amplifies them. Join Mike and Nick as they talk about scam avoidance. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: ⁠Here⁠ Visit the RS site: ⁠https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast⁠
Oct 27, 202349:47
S4E41 - Fast Furniture

S4E41 - Fast Furniture

Join Mike as he speaks to a special guest fill-in for Nick, Jamison Nazarian. Mike and his amazing wife dig into the fast furniture industry and what makes it tick. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Oct 13, 202347:55
S4E40 - Fast Fashion

S4E40 - Fast Fashion

Nick and Mike spend some time talking about fashion... Well, not fashion but fast fashion. How much waste is created by people's sense of fashion and what happens to most of those clothes? Join Mike and Nick as they dig into fast fashion. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit our friends at Magic Mind: Here (Use discount code REALISTIC20 for 20% off your first order!) Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Sep 29, 202301:02:40
S4E39 - Nature Infused Downtowns

S4E39 - Nature Infused Downtowns

Nick and Mike are starting to get into a groove releasing the second show since their summer break. Join them while they discuss the idea of infusing nature into our downtown spaces. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit our friends at Magic Mind: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Sep 15, 202348:43
S4E38 - Summer Breaks Over

S4E38 - Summer Breaks Over

Well, we're really back this time. Our summer break has ended and Mike and Nick are back at it in full swing! This week Mike and Nick chat about what they have been doing since they went MIA. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing it on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit our friends at Magic Mind: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Sep 01, 202342:32
S4E37 - Insect Based Protein

S4E37 - Insect Based Protein

Nick and Mike are back! They spend the first 15 minutes chatting, and catching up since it's been so long. After, a great conversation about insect-based proteins. Mike was contacted by a company in the UK that focuses on replacing our unsustainable beef industry with high-protein insects in delicious meat alternatives. Join Nick and Mike as they talk about eating insects for daily nutrients. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Jun 16, 202348:08
S4E36 (Short) - We're Coming Back

S4E36 (Short) - We're Coming Back

It's been over 2 weeks since Realistic Sustainability recorded a new show. Join Mike as he tells everyone why and the challenges he has with a work/life balance. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Jun 01, 202316:18
S4E35 - Re-envisioning Supermarkets

S4E35 - Re-envisioning Supermarkets

Oh, what a great day! Mike got an opportunity to talk with both Rob Boggan from The Curated Culture and Kaylin Chenoweth from Starting Sustainability about the future of supermarkets. If you listen to one show, make it this one! If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
May 12, 202301:37:20
S4E33 - Child Labor

S4E33 - Child Labor

Join Mike and Rob Boggan from the Curated Culture as they talk about the states trying to break child labor laws in the US and why they are trying to do it. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
May 05, 202353:39
S4E32 - (Short) The Energy in a Steak

S4E32 - (Short) The Energy in a Steak

How much energy is in our food? There will come a time when it will be labeled like calories are on the packaging but as of today, we have to either guess or look it up. Join Mike as he discusses how much energy it takes to make a steak. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
May 03, 202312:39
S4E31 - Deforestation

S4E31 - Deforestation

One of the biggest problems we have with climate is how we take resources like trees faster than we can grow them. It seems like we humans are in a race to see how quickly we can mortgage the future for our grandchildren. Join Mike and Nick as they talk about Deforestation. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Apr 28, 202342:18
S4E30 - (Book Review) Walkable Cities by Jeff Speck

S4E30 - (Book Review) Walkable Cities by Jeff Speck

This week's book review isn't one you would generally call a sustainability book but I do believe it fits the criteria. Join Mike as he connects the urban planning manual and discusses how it can deeply assist our future cities to become more sustainable. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast by joining our Patreon: Here Visit our product or recommended book: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Apr 26, 202307:32
S4E29 - Molten Salt Energy Storage

S4E29 - Molten Salt Energy Storage

These days the biggest issue with clean energy isn't the collection process anymore. In some states like Texas, clean energy has been so abundant that people's electric meters even run backward at times. The issue is storage. Join Mike and Nick as they talk about one of the most elaborate ways to store solar energy. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit our product or recommended book: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Apr 21, 202349:26
S4E28 - (short) Earth Day

S4E28 - (short) Earth Day

Join Mike as he talks about Earth Day and how he celebrates. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast by joining our Patreon: Here Visit our product or recommended book: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Apr 19, 202310:43
S4E27 - Tricky Words

S4E27 - Tricky Words

How do companies convince us to buy their products when we are seriously looking for more sustainable items? How do they get us to buy their goods when they are some of the worse on the market? They use those tricky words. Join Mike as he explains the marketing greenwashing tactics companies use to get our money. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast: Here Visit our product or recommended book: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast Visit our friends at the Curated Culture
Apr 14, 202357:36
S4E26 - (Product Reviews) - Wool Dryer Balls

S4E26 - (Product Reviews) - Wool Dryer Balls

This week's product review was wool dryer balls. Mike bought these nearly 2 years ago and is still using them to the day without concern. Join Mike as he tells everyone about his experience using wool dryer balls instead of dryer sheets. If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast by joining our Patreon: Here Visit our product or recommended book: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Apr 12, 202309:44
S4E25 - Thoughtfully Sustainable w Jessica Purcell

S4E25 - Thoughtfully Sustainable w Jessica Purcell

Today was a great day! Mike was given a chance to meet Jessica Purcell from Thoughtfully Sustainable. This interview led to a great conversation about how Science and sustainability go hand in hand and the essential role kids' STEM (Science, technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) will play in the future of humanity. Want to learn more about Jessica or Thoughtfully Sustainability visit: Thoughtfully Sustainability Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest Raising Global Kidizens If you enjoy this episode, please consider sharing on social media or sending it to a friend. If you want to help the show, please comment or review it on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for listening! Please consider supporting the podcast by joining our Patreon: Here Visit our product or recommended book: Here Visit the RS site: https://www.greeningyourlife.org/podcast
Apr 07, 202338:35