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EPISODE · Jul 9, 2026 · 35 MIN

Building Sea Island, Eps. 2: From Failure to Fortune

from History for Cocktail Parties · host Thornton Kennedy and James M. Ottley

Howard Coffin may have dreamed big, but he wasn't the first person to envision Sea Island as a world-class destination. In this episode, Thornton and James trace the fascinating early history of Sea Island and St. Simons Island, from failed resorts and ambitious land schemes to the vision that ultimately created one of America's most exclusive coastal retreats. Along the way, they uncover forgotten stories of entrepreneurs, aviators and dreamers who helped shape Georgia's Golden Isles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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