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Realistic Sustainability

Michael Nazarianwww.greeningyourlife.org
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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Episodes

S6E18 - Slate and the future of consumer products

Join Mike as he discusses the new Slate pickup and how it fits into the future of how consumer projects may become more customizable instead of disposable. 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. #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #ZeroWaste #Recycle #PlasticFree #GoGreen #ClimateChange #Realsustain Please join our socials Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Jun 23, 202522 minSeason 6Ep. 18

S6E17 - (Short) The Duplex Dilemma [ #Sustainablecity, #Sustainabletown ]

Join Mike as he discusses how and why the restoration of the duplex that he and Jami are working on fits in 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. #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #ZeroWaste #Recycle #PlasticFree #GoGreen #ClimateChange #Realsustain Please join our socials Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/micha...

Jun 08, 20258 minSeason 6Ep. 17

S6E15 - (Short) Green Hushing #GreenHushing

Join Mike as he discusses what green hushing is in the corporate world. 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. #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #ZeroWaste #Recycle #PlasticFree #GoGreen #ClimateChange #Realsustain Please join our socials Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com...

May 29, 20258 minSeason 6Ep. 15

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 socials Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michael.nazarian.79⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠: @realsustaingyl⁠⁠ Treads⁠⁠: realsustaingyl BlueSky: @realsustaingyl.bsky.social...

May 12, 202552 minSeason 6Ep. 14

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 - Deterge...

May 01, 202550 minSeason 6Ep. 13

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: Sustainability Please feel free to join ou...

Apr 20, 202539 minSeason 6Ep. 12

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/michael61 Don't forget your discount code: Realsustain15 Please join our socials Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://w...

Apr 08, 202520 minSeason 6Ep. 11

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: Sustainability Please join our socials Fa...

Apr 02, 202525 min

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/SUSTAINABILITY20⁠ Use code: Sustainability20⁠ Please join our socials ...

Mar 17, 20251 hr 15 minSeason 6Ep. 9

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/SUSTAINABILITY20 Use code: Sustainability20⁠ Please join our socials Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/michae...

Mar 01, 202547 minSeason 6Ep. 8

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/michael61 Don't forget your discount code: Reals...

Feb 21, 202515 minSeason 6Ep. 7

S6E06 - What Makes A Community

Join ⁠Mike⁠ and Mr. ⁠Rob Boggan⁠ from the ⁠Curated 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: Sustainability20⁠ Follow Mike on Social Media ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠BlueSky⁠ ⁠Threads...

Feb 15, 202551 minSeason 6Ep. 6

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:/...

Feb 03, 202520 minSeason 6Ep. 5

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 sho...

Jan 28, 202526 minSeason 6Ep. 4

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://ea...

Jan 20, 202512 minSeason 6Ep. 3

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, 20251 hr 12 min

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...

Jan 06, 202511 minSeason 6Ep. 1

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: ...

Dec 20, 202413 minSeason 5Ep. 16

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 ...

Dec 16, 202453 minSeason 5Ep. 15

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 5...

Dec 04, 202452 minSeason 5Ep. 13

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 Fri...

Dec 02, 202418 minSeason 5Ep. 14

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 Frida...

Nov 24, 202419 minSeason 5Ep. 20

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 ...

Nov 22, 202410 min

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 ...

Nov 15, 202454 minSeason 5Ep. 11

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/SUST...

Oct 30, 202450 min

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 min

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, 20249 min

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, 202413 min

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=100066391...

Sep 07, 202449 min

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, 20241 hr 3 min
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