Ft Myers Beach - Good Neighbor

Listen & Subscribe Island Vibes Ahead! Tune in to the Ft. Myers Beach – Good Neighbor Podcast , where the spirit of community meets the rhythm of island life. Each episode is a laid-back journey through heartfelt stories, local voices, and the connections that make our beach town so special. Whether you’re a resident or just dreaming of coastal breezes, let us be your guide to all things good in our neighborhood. Hit play and catch the vibe – Ft. Myers Beach style.

Ft Myers Beach - Good Neighbor is a leisure podcast hosted by "Cabo" Jim Schaller, with 383 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

"Cabo" Jim Schaller hosts Ft Myers Beach - Good Neighbor, a leisure show with 383 episodes published.

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  Episode #20

  Buzz On The Bay - Bash On The Bay

  Aug 8, 202610 minS6

  A long weekend on the water can either slip by fast or turn into a story you tell all year. We’re betting on the second one, and we’re laying out the plan for Bash on the Bay at Matanzas on the Bay near Fort Myers Beach, happening Labor Day weekend (Saturday through Monday, the 5th-7th). Think waterfront dining, cold drinks, big views, vendors, contests, and the kind of bayfront energy that makes you want to stay “just one more hour” until the music ends. We also bring in special guest Ben Allen of the Ben Allen Band to unpack what a great live show actually takes. He talks about the band’s country and country rock mix, how they keep the dance floor moving, and why the perfect setlist is always changing. We get into the craft of pacing a night: running up-tempo for hours, then landing one slow song at the right moment so it hits you right in the feels. Along the way, we nod to other talent joining the weekend like Jackie Rohr, and we talk about why Southwest Florida crowds feel like home after playing stages around the country. Beyond the music, Bash on the Bay brings a full boat show with multiple boat dealerships on site, giving you a chance to climb aboard, look around, and picture your next day on the water. If you’ve been searching for things to do in Fort Myers Beach for Labor Day, a family-friendly waterfront festival, or live music at Matanzas on the Bay, this is your shortcut to the details and the vibe. Subscribe for more bayfront stories, share this with your Labor Day crew, and leave a review with the one song you’d want to hear live. Buzz On The Bay 414 Crescent Street Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 (239) 463-3838 matanzasonthebay.com Matanzas On The Bay Matanzas Inn Petey’s Upper Deck @MatanzasInnResort The Ben Allen Band Ben Allen info@benallenband.com benallenband.com @BenAllenBand Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/

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  Episode #19

  FMBGN-HW-REnew Yu - Osteoporosis Prevention

  Jul 29, 202617 minS6

  Most people do not think about osteoporosis until a simple fall turns into a fracture that “shouldn’t happen.” We want to change that timeline. Bone density peaks around age 30, and from there the choices you make with movement, nutrition, sleep, and hormones can quietly shape your strength and independence for decades. We sit down with Dr. Greet Baestaens from Renew Yu, Natural Health and Beauty in Fort Myers Beach to make bone health practical and understandable. We break down osteoporosis vs osteopenia, what a DEXA scan T-score actually tells you, and why an additional test like TBS can add important context about bone quality. If you have ever left a doctor’s visit with numbers you did not understand, this conversation gives you better questions to ask and clearer next steps. Then we get actionable about osteoporosis prevention and treatment. Dr. Greet tackles a common fear head-on: the idea that a diagnosis means you should stop exercising. She explains why the right weight-bearing exercise, heavy strength training with low reps, and carefully scaled impact work can support bone density. We also talk about why walking, yoga, Pilates, and pickleball are great for activity and balance, but often need to be paired with targeted training to truly build bone. We round it out with bone-building nutrition and lifestyle: calcium-rich foods, protein, vitamin D with K2, magnesium, and the habits that can undermine progress like soda, inactivity, smoking, and excess alcohol. We also connect the dots between menopause, hormone changes, fall prevention, and what “strong aging” looks like when you want to stay mobile and confident. Subscribe for more local health and wellness conversations, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a review with your best bone health question. REnew-YU Natural Health-Beauty Dr. Greet Baestaens 801 Tamiami Trl E, Naples, FL 34112 (239) 682-1306 RENEWYU3801@GMAIL.COM renew-yu.com #REnewYU #NaturalHealth #MindBodySoul @REnewYUNaples Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/

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  Episode #18

  ST INS CARES-Cape Coral For The Children-The Hidden Crisis Of Student Homelessness

  Jul 27, 202613 minS6

  You can live in a town full of nice neighborhoods and still have hundreds of kids without a stable place to sleep. That’s the uncomfortable truth we sit with alongside Julie Lombardi, executive director of Cape Coral for the Children, as she explains why student homelessness is so often invisible and why the numbers in Cape Coral have climbed past 400 children. We trace the origin story that sparked the nonprofit: a high-achieving teen, accepted to college and working part-time, revealed as homeless after losing a parent and stability at home. From there, we dig into what “couch surfing” and doubled-up living really look like for families, and how the McKinney-Vento Act helps schools identify students who need support even when they’re not sleeping outdoors. Then we get practical. Julie shares the essentials schools ask for most, including toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, towels, socks, and underwear, plus the behind-the-scenes reason those items matter: dignity before the first bell rings. We also talk about the summer food gap when school meals disappear, and how community grants, care packages, and school pantries help families stretch through the hardest weeks. Finally, we break down how local fundraisers fuel real outcomes, including more than $23,000 in scholarships, and why donations earmarked for education can change a student’s long-term path. If you care about nonprofit work in Cape Coral, student homelessness, community giving, or practical ways to help kids thrive, you’ll leave with clear next steps. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more listeners can find these stories and support the work. Cape Coral for the Children Julie Lombardi 4112 SE 8th Ave, Cape Coral, FL, United States, 33904 (239) 540-8288 capecoralforthechildren@gmail.com capecoralforthechildren.org @CapeCoralfortheChildren State Insurance USA 4450 Camino Real Way Ft Myers, FL 33966 239-567-9992 office@StateInsuranceUSA.com stateinsuranceusa.com https://www.facebook.com/Stateinsuranceusa #StateInsuranceUSA #SupportLocal #WeLoveOurClients @Stateinsuranceusa Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/

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  Episode #20

  FMBGN-BIZ-Snug Harbor-Why Locals Love It In The Summer

  Jul 24, 202612 minS6

  Empty streets, easier parking, and a table on the dock without a wait: that’s the Fort Myers Beach off-season most visitors never experience. We’re back at Snug Harbor with Jason to talk about what really changes when the crowds thin out and why locals can turn “slow season” into the best season for dockside dining, sunset chasing, and genuinely relaxed nights on the bay. We get specific about the food, too. Jason breaks down how their fresh seafood pipeline works, from weekly deliveries at the fish house to the moments when boats come in loaded and the team can hand-pick what ends up on the specials menu. We talk what’s running right now, from tilefish and porgy to red snapper, blackfin tuna, and even barracuda, plus why the specials board is often the smartest order if you care about “right off the boat” freshness. If you’ve been searching for the best seafood restaurant on Fort Myers Beach or wondering what to order for the freshest fish, you’ll leave with a clear plan. We also hit local favorites, including Gulf pink shrimp sourced from Erickson & Jensen, and a personal pick that regulars love: the grouper gourmet topped with crab and finished with a blonde beer sauce. Beyond the plate, Jason shares how the team stays motivated during the quieter months, what’s happening with live music and local Wednesdays, and why the back-bay sunsets are still the main event. There’s even a quick dolphin story that nails the whole point: sometimes the most unforgettable moments happen when you stop rushing and just look up. Subscribe for more Fort Myers Beach neighbor stories, share this with a friend who needs a sunset dinner plan, and leave a review so more locals can find the show. Snug Harbor Restaurant Jason Jakaitis 645 Old San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931 (239) 463-4343 snugharbormgt@gmail.com snugharbor.restaurant #SnugHarborRestaurant #DocksideDining #FreshSeafood #CincodeMayo @snugharborwaterfrontrestaurant Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/

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  Episode #17

  ST INS CARES-Connecting Blessings-Meeting Urgent Family Needs

  Jul 24, 202612 minS6

  A single bed can be the difference between chaos and stability for a child, and that is not a metaphor. We’re joined by Brent Hite, the founder of Connecting Blessings, to explain what he and his wife Kelsey are building in Southwest Florida: a practical, people-powered nonprofit that spots real needs and fills them fast. We talk through how CarePortal works in real life, including how social workers and community partners share urgent “calls of concern” and how local groups can claim a request and respond. Brent explains why this model matters for family preservation and child welfare, because meeting a basic need like clothing, bedding, or household essentials can keep a family from slipping into crisis. One theme keeps rising to the top: beds. Bunk beds, cribs, toddler beds, and simple bedding are among the most common needs, and Connecting Blessings teams up with other organizations to source, refurbish, and get them into homes. We also dig into the biggest obstacle Brent sees: not money, not logistics, but the belief that “I cannot help.” He shares why small, consistent acts of kindness create a ripple effect, plus a story from Florida Gulf Coast University that shows how timely support can shape someone’s future. If you want straightforward ways to volunteer, donate goods, sponsor a cause, or show up for your community, we lay out clear next steps, including how to find Connecting Blessings online and how their annual pickleball fundraiser at Ace Pickleball Club helps fund real, local impact. Subscribe for more conversations that spotlight local charities and nonprofits, share this with someone who loves giving back, and leave a review so more listeners can find these stories of hope and practical help. Connecting Blessings Brent Hite Fort Myers, FL, United States info@connectingblessings.org connectingblessings.org State Insurance USA 4450 Camino Real Way Ft Myers, FL 33966 239-567-9992 office@StateInsuranceUSA.com stateinsuranceusa.com https://www.facebook.com/Stateinsuranceusa #StateInsuranceUSA #SupportLocal #WeLoveOurClients @Stateinsuranceusa Ft Myers Beach-Good Neighbor To Nominate Someone to be Featured Or To Subscribe to the Newsletter CLICK HERE https://cabowabojim.com/listen-to-podcasts/

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