{"podcast":{"title":"Food, Family, & Philanthropy","slug":"food-family-philanthropy-6327819","podcast_index_feed_id":6327819,"rss_url":"https://rss.buzzsprout.com/2177915.rss","website_url":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2177915","image_url":"https://storage.buzzsprout.com/slr8j3swiztkcbz1fklxvqrzwi0f?.jpg","author":"Michael Nathanson","episode_count":54,"summary":"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…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-27T16:22:09.437259+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/food-family-philanthropy-6327819"},"episode":{"title":"Ep. 31 - From Barbecue To Boardrooms: Serving Seniors With Heart — Featuring John Sawdon Of The Volen Center","slug":"ep-31-from-barbecue-to-boardrooms-serving-seniors-with-heart-featuring-john-sawdon-of-the-volen-center","published_at":"2025-04-28T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/food-family-philanthropy-6327819/ep-31-from-barbecue-to-boardrooms-serving-seniors-with-heart-featuring-john-sawdon-of-the-volen-center","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/food-family-philanthropy-6327819","url":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2177915/episodes/17033865-ep-31-from-barbecue-to-boardrooms-serving-seniors-with-heart-featuring-john-sawdon-of-the-volen-center.mp3","audio_url":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2177915/episodes/17033865-ep-31-from-barbecue-to-boardrooms-serving-seniors-with-heart-featuring-john-sawdon-of-the-volen-center.mp3","summary":"In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of Food, Family, and Philanthropy, we sit down with John Sawdon, Outreach Coordinator at The Volen Center, a powerhouse nonprofit supporting seniors across South Florida. From dementia care and adult day programs to intergenerational playdates and 6,000 monthly meals, John gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how one organization is redefining elder care with compassion, connection, and community. You'll hear touching stories, laugh over a shared l...","meta_description":"In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of Food, Family, and Philanthropy, we sit down with John Sawdon, Outreach Coordinator at The Volen Center, a…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1676,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/food-family-philanthropy-6327819/episodes/ep-31-from-barbecue-to-boardrooms-serving-seniors-with-heart-featuring-john-sawdon-of-the-volen-center/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/food-family-philanthropy-6327819/ep-31-from-barbecue-to-boardrooms-serving-seniors-with-heart-featuring-john-sawdon-of-the-volen-center.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}