Tag Archives: #SouthwestFlorida

S4E11: Captain Ron Seidle — Captain Ron’s Rod and Reel Combos

May 1, 2026Podcast#bokeelia, #communitystrong, #customrods, #fishinglife, #IslandLife, #matlacha, #PineIslandExperience, #PineIslandFlorida, #pineislandspecial, #pineland, #smallbusinessstory, #SouthwestFlorida, #stjamescity, #SupportLocalpiexp

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What started as a next chapter turned into something much bigger.

In this episode, we sit down with Captain Ron to talk about building his business right here on Pine Island 🏝️—from designing and testing his own rods and reels to working closely with manufacturers to bring his vision to life.

The result? The Pine Island Special 🎣—quality, affordable gear that’s opening the door for more people (especially younger anglers) to get out on the water and enjoy the sport.

If you’ve been on the island, chances are you’ve seen his bright orange tent set up near The 🦅 Eagle’s Nest Restaurant or at local weekend events. Stop by, say hello—he truly loves talking fishing 🐟 and hearing your stories.

✨ “I don’t let there be a problem. If someone’s not satisfied, we work it out… because this is supposed to be fun.” — Captain Ron Seidle, Captain Ron’s Rod and Reel Combos

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app or at: pineislandexperience.com

📧 We’d love to hear your thoughts: pineislandexperience@gmail.com

S4E10: A Moment of Calm: Real Talk on Mental Health with Psychologist Michelle White

April 17, 2026Podcast#azulmindspace, #bokeelia, #communitymatters, #EmotionalWellness, #floridapodcast, #islandstories, #matlacha, #mentalhealth, #MentalHealthMatters, #pineisland, #PineIslandExperience, #pineland, #psychotherapy, #SouthwestFlorida, #stjamescitypiexp

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Mental health touches every one of us—but knowing where to begin isn’t always easy.

In this episode of the Pine Island 🌴 Experience Podcast, we sit down with Michelle White of Azul Mindspace, a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience, to talk about what mental wellness really looks like in everyday life.

🩵 From simple ways to reset your mood—like stepping outside and reconnecting with nature—to deeper conversations about therapy, stress, relationships, and healing, Michelle shares practical insight with warmth, compassion, and understanding.

Whether you’ve considered therapy or are just looking for small ways to care for your well-being, this episode offers something meaningful for everyone.

Michelle explains why Telehealth can work well.

✨“The convenience of it I think is one of the pluses that makes up for not being in the same room together. They are getting more out of it because they actually go. It’s also really nice to get a peek into their home environment. What it looks there and how they are at home, relaxed, in a sweatshirt and ponytail versus how they would show up to an person therapy session. I think it’s a little more authentic.”

— Michelle White, Licensed Psychologist – Azul Mindspace

🌐 Check out the Azul Mindspace website at azulmindspace.com

🎧 Listen now and take a moment for yourself on your favorite podcast app or at: pineislandexperience.com

📧 We’d love to hear your thoughts: pineislandexperience@gmail.com

S4E6 JD Hollway— Horse Eyed Jake’s American Sliders

February 27, 2026Podcast#FoodTruckLiife, #SouthwestFlorida, #SupportLocalpiexp

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From waterfront restaurateur to food truck favorite — JD Hollway joins us for S4E6 of the Pine Island Experience.

After owning the Waterfront Restaurant and Marina for nearly 25 years and supporting countless local charity fishing tournaments, JD reinvented himself with Horse Eyed Jake’s American Sliders Food Truck. Alongside his wife, Tricia, they’ve created more than a menu — they’ve created an experience.

In this episode, JD shares:

🍔 The story behind the now-famous “OMG BLT”

🧄 Why four gallons of roasted garlic means Tricia leaves the house

🌴 What it’s like going from brick-and-mortar to life on wheels

💛 And why feeding the community has always mattered

✨“My philosophy on restaurants is people come for the food, they come back for the service.”

— JD Hollway✨

Follow Horse Eyed Jake’s on social media, Facebook and Instagram to see where they’ll be next — then go find them hungry.

🎧 Listen on any podcast app or at pineislandexperience.com

📧 We’d love to hear your thoughts: pineislandexperience@gmail.com