Episodes
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Episode 35: Keeping the Outer Banks Beautiful - The Promise of Responsible Tourism
Join us for a conversation about the Outer Banks Promise, an initiative dedicated to preserving the beauty, culture, and community of the Outer Banks through responsible tourism. We’ll discuss the mission behind the pledge, how visitors and locals can contribute, and the long-term impact on this...
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Episode 34: Exploring Jennette’s Pier – A Coastal Icon with Daryl Law
In this episode, Bryn Pittman sits down with Daryl Law to dive into the fascinating story of Jennette’s Pier, an Outer Banks treasure that combines history, sustainability, and community engagement. From its humble beginnings as a wooden fishing pier to its modern transformation into a...
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Episode 33: Breathing Easy: The Healing Power of the Outer Banks Salt Cave
Discover the rejuvenating world of halotherapy with Phyllis K. Miller and Selina N. Martin, the inspiring duo behind the Outer Banks Salt Cave in Kitty Hawk, NC. In this episode, we explore the science and serenity of salt therapy, from its benefits for respiratory and skin health to its...
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Episode 32: Kill Devil Rum & Maritime Legends: A Spirited Journey with Outer Banks Distilling
In this episode, Bryn Pittman sits down with Scott Smith from Outer Banks Distilling, the first legal distillery on the Outer Banks, to explore the fascinating blend of local history and craftsmanship behind their Kill Devil Rum. From shipwreck legends of the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" to the...
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Episode 31: Protecting the Wild: An Inside Look at Corolla’s Wild Horses with Meg Puckett
In this episode, Bryn Pittman sits down with Meg Puckett, the dedicated Director of Herd Management for the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, to explore the world of the wild horses that roam North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Meg shares her insights on managing this unique herd, the joys and challenges of her...
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Episode 30: Haunts & Happenings: Exploring Manteo’s 13 Nights of Halloween Island with Geno Seay
In this episode of The Outer Banks Podcast, host Bryn Pittman spills the details on one of the most anticipated events of the season—13 Nights of Halloween Island! From October 19th to October 31st, Downtown Manteo’s Social District will transform into a Halloween haven with spooky décor, festive...
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Episode 29: Seasonal Transformations at Lucky 12 Tavern with Mark Ballog
Welcome back to The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS! Today, Bryn Pittman is joined by Mark Ballog, owner of Lucky 12 Tavern in Nags Head, North Carolina. With the seasons changing, Lucky 12 is bringing something extra special to the Outer Banks this year—transforming into not...
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#28 Outer Banks Scuba Diving - Marc Corbett And Panda Daniels
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode we talk to a couple of local Outer Banks divers Marc Corbett with Dive Hatteras and Panda Daniels. Marc and Panda tell us about the amazing world of Outer Banks diving, including the many shipwrecks on the Outer Banks, how…
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#27 Outer Banks Beach Fires & Ignite Life Lifestyle Brand - Alex Brewer
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On episode #27 we talk to Alex Brewer with Outer Banks Beach Fires and Ignite Life Inspired Clothing and Apparel. Alex tells us all about how you can enjoy an Outer Banks beach fire and tells the story behind the Ignite Life apparel brand,...
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#26 Wild Horses And Dune Buggies Of The Outer Banks - Scott Jackyl
The Outer Banks Podcast, Presented by Seaside Vacations. On episode 26 we talk to Scott Jackyl. Scott is an Outer Banks wild horse tour guide and co-coordinator of Manx On The Banx, an annual dune buggy event on the Outer Banks. Scott tells us all about the wild horses of the Outer Banks, where…
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#25 Outer Banks Sports Club/Super Wings/Paradise Fun Park - Manny Golasa
On this episode of the Outer Banks podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations, I speak with Manny Golasa, owner of the Outer Banks Sports Club, Super Wings shops, Paradise Fun Park miniature golf, arcades, and other businesses that help make up the fabric of the Outer Banks. Manny tells us about his...
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#24 Abbi’s Teas & Things - Sudden Light Records - Jordan And Abbi Siler
If you like tea, you’ll like this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast presented by Seaside Vacations. If you like vinyl records, you’ll like this episode of the Outer Banks podcast presented by Seaside Vacations. If you like tea and vinyl then this episode is right in your unique little…
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#23 Bike Ride From The Pacific To The Atlantic - Ian Gordon
On this episode of the Outer Banks podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations, we talk to Ian Gordon, a 63-year-old Colorado cyclist who just completed a bicycle ride across the United States from Seaside Oregon to the Outer Banks. Ian shares stories from his 4,500 mile journey, explains his...
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#22 Duck Surf Rescue - Ellie Gardill
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode we talk to Ellie Gardill-Lieutenant Lifeguard and Director of Recruitment for Duck Surf rescue. Ellie tells us about her experience as an Outer Banks lifeguard and offers great advice for all Outer Banks visitors to ensure…
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#21 Miss Oregon Inlet II Head Boat - Taylor Wilson
The Outer Banks podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On episode #21 we are joined by Taylor Wilson, first mate and marketing coordinator aboard the Miss Oregon Inlet II Headboat. Taylor tells us about the upgraded, 60 foot, double deck, Miss Oregon Inlet II and the activities that it offers.…
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#20 Outer Banks Martial Arts - Rick Bateman
On this episode of the Outer Banks podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations, we talk to Rick Bateman owner of Outer Banks Martial Arts. Outer Banks Martial arts has won several "best of the beach" awards on the Outer Banks and is an ever growing community of martial artists cross training in...
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#19 - Food Dudes Kitchen - Buddy Falzon
It’s the Outer Banks Podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations. Today we talk to Buddy Falzon, owner of Food Dudes Kitchen in Kill Devil Hills-Quality Foods From Laid Back Dudes. You may have heard of it, maybe you haven't. Food Dudes is a kind of hidden, little gem located at milepost 9 off of...
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#18 - Outer Banks Photography - Wes Snyder
The Outer Banks podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations. On today’s episode we talk with local Outer Banks photographer Wes Snyder. From overnight excursions to ghost towns, to perfectly capturing the Nights In Rodanthe house, Wes tells us about his adventures while photographing some of the best...
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#17 - Hang Gliding Spectacular - Billy Vaughn & Megan Turner
On this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations, we talk to Kitty Hawk Kites Flight School co-managers Megan Turner and Billy Vaughn about the 50th annual Hang Gliding Spectacular, and Outer Banks tradition. Billy and Megan tell us about this longest-running hang…
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#16 Chief Francis D’Ambra - Manteo Historic Walking Tour
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode of the podcast we talk with the guide of the Candlelight Manteo Historic Walking Tour and former Manteo police chief Francis D'Ambra. Did you know that there are 21 firsts in history that are connected to Roanoke Island?…
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#15 Keeper James - Shipwrecks Of The Outer Banks
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode of the podcast we talk with James Charlet author of “Shipwrecks of the Outer Banks: Dramatic Rescues and Fantastic Wrecks in the Graveyard of the Atlantic.” Keeper James tells us how the Outer Banks has become the Graveyard…
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#14 Jessica Taylor – Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research
The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. This episode focuses on the happiest mammals on earth...dolphins! Jessica Taylor, the executive director for the Outer Banks Center For Dolphin Research and naturalist on the Nags Head Dolphin Watch tells us all about our flippery OBX…
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#13 Ben Saltzman – Kitty Hawk Kites
The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. Wind and waves are certainly the pastimes of the Outer Banks and on this episode we explore a classic way that we game the wind with Ben Saltzman, Marketing Director for Kitty Hawk Kites. A hardcore kite enthusiast, Ben gives us a window…
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#12 Rhana Paris - North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island
The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode we talk to Rhana Paris the Outreach Coordinator for the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Rhana tells us about all of the aquarium's enchanting animals from sharks, seahorses, and stingrays to sea turtles…
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#11 Matt Costa - Outer Banks Running Company
The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On episode 11 of the Outer Banks Podcast, we talk to Matt Costa who runs the OBX Running Company. Matt hosts a series of races on the Outer Banks throughout the year helping locals and visitors alike find a piece of the happiness that he…
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#10 Randy Graham - OBX Pontoon Man
On this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast - presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS, we talk to Captain Randy Graham, a fully licensed commercial fisherman on the Outer Banks offers visitors half-day charters, full-day charters, evening sunset cruises and two-hour cruises, as well as tubing, dolphin, and...
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#9 Chandler Pace - North Beach Watersports
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode we talk to Chandler Pace from North Beach Watersports. The most northern watersports center on the Outer Banks, North Beach Watersports in Corolla offers an array of Outer Banks water activities such as parasailing, Jet Ski...
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#8 Brenda Fann - Wanchese Marina
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On today's episode we talk to Brenda Fann from the Wanchese Marina. The town of Wanchese has a rich history as far as Outer Banks fishing is concerned. Benda tells us about all of the marina's offerings including dolphin tours, sunset...
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#7 Jeff Kelly - Wild Horses Of The Outer Banks
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. Today's episode is a MEET THE TEAM podcast with Seaside Vacations guest services representative Jeff Kelly. Jeff is an expert on the Wild Horses of the Outer Banks. Jeff became enamored with the wild horses while vacationing on the Outer...
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#6 Halloween Episode - Ghost Stories Of The Outer Banks
This is a special Halloween edition of The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode we bring back Outer Banks historian Stuart Parks and slice open his brain to extract the spookiest ghost stories that the Outer Banks has to offer. After listening to this episode, you...
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#5 Robert Farmer - Owner of Farmdog Surf School
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stand up on a surfboard and ride a wave? This is an easy item to check off of your bucket list if you ever visit the Outer Banks. On this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast we talk to Robert...
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#4 Vince Simansky - Local Surfer, Dune Buggy Enthusiast, And Former Lifeguard
The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. Today's episode is a MEET THE TEAM podcast with Seaside Vacations pool and spas supervisor Vince Simansky. Vince tells us about his time as an Outer Banks lifeguard back when there were private, for-hire lifeguards on the Outer Banks. He…
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#3 Daryl Davies - Outer Banks Disc Golf
Today on the Outer Banks Podcast we talk to Daryl Davies who has designed and built a new disc golf course on the Outer Banks. This is a great new addition to the Outer Banks that will allow both visitors and locals who play disc golf to play 18 and hit the beach, sounds like a good day to us! We...
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#2 Stuart Parks - Outer Banks History Center
On this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS, we talk to Stuart Parks from the Outer Banks history center. Stuart possesses a wealth of Outer Banks knowledge and shares some Outer Banks ghost stories and folklore with us including the legend of the Outer Banks…
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#1 Luke Baer - Kitty Hawk Kites
Welcome to the Outer Banks podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. Our podcast covers all things Outer Banks, NC an underdeveloped, unspoiled beach vacation destination. Today we talk to Luke Baer from Kitty Hawk Kites the largest hang gliding school in the world and the place to go for Outer...