A Slice of P.I.

Father and Son team, Scott and Brandon Stecz join us to talk about their business Po Boys Restaurant and Home Kitchen Supplies. With these days of everyone wanting outside kitchens, more professional kitchens, as well as hunt clubs and tailgating , Po Boys offers something for everyone. They also have plenty of specialized items for gift giving. They even have items for those who entertain on their boats. Come listen to the story of how Scott and Brandon purchased this already successful business and turned it into a place where everyone who cooks, can find something that they could use.

Seakart Adventure--Lorrie Zimecki joins us to talk about their fun business in Murrells Inlet. You can rent this personal watercraft for three people for one hour and have a fun time zipping around in the water. Book your next adventure at www.seakartadventuresc.com .

Dr. Victor Diaz has been an Interventional Cardiologist with Tidelands Health in Georgetown County, SC for 26 years. He sits down with us to share about his life, his career, his family and his motivations to take care of his patients each day.

Tim and Suzanne Renfrow join us to discuss the ministry that the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (F.C.A.) does for our local high school and middle school students. We also learn about the upcoming fundraiser for F.C.A. on March 11, 2025 at All Saints Church, Pawleys Island, SC featuring Clemson Head Football Coach Dabo Swinney and his wife Kathleen. Tickets are $25 to hear Coach Swinney Speak from 7:00 to 8:00 or $5,000 for a table of 8 for the private dinner with Coach Swinney and his wife from 5:00 to 7:00pm. For tickets, call or text Todd Harms at (843) 461-0970 or Matt Moore at (843) 240-3088.

Dr. Brackett, highly trained Breast Cancer surgeon, joins us to talk about the advances that have been made in detection, diagnosis and treatment of Breast Cancer.

Trevor Day joins us to take us on a walking tour of the 7 (seven) restaurants and bars he owns in downtown Georgetown and Pawleys Island, SC. Included in this tour are Between the Antlers, Buzz's Roost, Marker 42 Lowcountry Cantina,The Hop Garden, Winyah Bay Brewing, SoCo Woodfired Pizza and the Islander Bar and Grill. Trevor also refers to the upcoming annual Georgetown festival The Wooden Boat Show which will take place October 19 and 20.

Cal Harrelson joins the podcast to discuss his family's early roots in Myrtle Beach, years growing up in Columbia, SC, learning from his dad who was a political press secretary for then SC Senator, Fritz Hollings, and attending the University of South Carolina. Afterwards, Cal became a state manager for the Reagan/Bush 1984 presidential campaign, then moved to the South Carolina coast. While living here on the coast, Cal owned his own Public Relations firm and then became a successful Real Estate professional using his "GONE" signs to indicate the sale of another beautiful coastal property. After work, Cal not only enjoys hunting and fishing, he has become an artist producing his Calmetto paintings as a nod toward his enduring love of the palmetto tree and the state of South Carolina. You will enjoy hearing about all the famous people Cal has met along the way and all the stories that go along with it. To get in touch with Cal, go to www.CoastalLivingSC.com or www.Calmettos.com.

Mr. Wes Wehunt, Head of School at Lowcountry Preparatory School in Pawleys Island, joins us to talk about all the great aspects of this private school serving students in grades K - 12. We talk about everything from academics to athletics, clubs, Fin Friends, parent involvement and more. After the interview, LCP students give their own testimonials about why they like their school,. To learn more about the school, go to www.lowcountryprep.org You will enjoy finding out about Mr. Wehunt and Lowcountry Prep.

Beth Goodale joins us to talk about Hugs for Horses. This non-profit therapy program provides children and adults with physical, intellectual and social/behavioral challenges an experience to enjoy riding horses while benefitting from the therapy. We also talk to Rona Jacobs, owner of Georgetown Equestrian center, who started this successful program back in 1988. To learn more about this wonderful program and how to get involved, go to www.hugsforhorses.org

Jennifer Kaylor, Executive Director of Students in the Word, joins us to talk about this Bible based ministry offered to High School and Middle School students during the school day. Student's in the Word is a local, no-profit organization, based in Pawleys Island, SC. It began in 2009 as a way to provide Bible education classes to High School students. Today the classes are provided to High School and Middle School students at public Middle and High Schools in Pawleys Island and soon will be offered at Georgetown High. Classes are for credit and grades are given. Classes meet off campus and no public funds are used to pay for any of the expenses of these classes. You will enjoy hearing about all the way Students in the Word has benefitted our local students and our community. Their social media pages are on Facebook, Students in the Word, and on Instagram @studentsintheword You can also view their website at www.studentsintheword.org Listen in to this great episode. Thanks!

19 year old Pawleys Island resident, Antonio Robinson, joins us to talk about his growing up life in Minnesota and Georgia and when he moved to Pawleys Island in High School. He talks about life on Sandy Island, an inland island surrounded by the Waccamaw River on one side, the Pee Dee river on the other side and no roads or bridges to the mainland. I first met Antonio when he was jumping over hurdles at a Track and Field meet at Waccamaw High. Antonio currently is a Freshman at Coastal Carolina University and works part time at Island Specialties store in Pawleys Island. You will thoroughly enjoy listening to Antonio talk about his life, his family and giving a shoutout to his friends.

Lynne Ford grew up in New York City. She moved to Pawleys Island when she was 12 years old because this was her parents' hometown. Lynne attended the Waccamaw School, then Winyah High School. After she received her Undergraduate and Graduate degrees in Journalism , Lynne worked in several interesting jobs on the East Coast and in the Southeast. When she was 30, Lynne returned to Pawleys Island to visit her parents. While there, she met the love of her life, got married, and never left. We are so happy that this beautiful, joyful, intelligent woman is part of the fabric of Pawleys Island and Georgetown County. You will thoroughly enjoy hearing about Lynne's journey and her years of continuing service here in Georgetown County.

Mr. Anderson Wilson joins us for Episode 29. Anderson has been the backbone of DeBordieu, South Carolina since 1982, doing everything from construction, to preparing villas for guests, maintenance and repairs, overseeing the staff at The Blue Heron Grill and swimming pools and even being the best BINGO caller on Family nights during the summertime. When he started working there, it was just a few beach houses and a 9 hole golf course with a trailer for a clubhouse. Listen along as Anderson talks about all the people, events, and growth of a coastal neighborhood that he truly loves. You will thoroughly enjoy listening to this conversation with Mr. Anderson Wilson.

What health problem do you need help with? The team from Revive Functional Wellness is here to tell you about a new strategy to improve your health. Anxiety, weight gain, loss of energy, depression, brain fog, food allergies, headaches and any other undiagnosed health problem could be holding you back from being the best person you can be. Emily Horton, Kristy Roderick, Tina Weiss, and Sabrina Bailey can listen to you, have you tested, and determine the correct protocol to make you feel better. You will be fascinated by what these Nurses can do to improve your well being. Check out their website at www.revivefunctionalwellnesssc.com and email them at [email protected] You will love listening to these ladies and Episode 28.

Christine Keillor Prior, former high school Athletic Trainer and teacher, has started her own personal training business, Subala, here in Pawleys Island, SC. She will come to your home to provide guidance in exercise, weight training, yoga, meditation, stretching and balance, and nutrition choices. She also teaches two classes at the Y.M.C.A. (Healthpoint). Check out her website at www.Subala843.com Email her at [email protected]. You will thoroughly enjoy Episode 27 with Chrissie. We also discuss current median prices of homes in Pawleys Island, Murrells Inlet and Georgetown, SC.

Episode 26 of A Slice of P.I. podcast is still focused on health and fitness in the month of January. Our guest, Keith Brown, joins us to talk about his life in Pawleys Island with his wife Angie. Keith has made fitness a priority in his life since his basketball playing days at Eastside High School in Greenville, SC. He has worked at many schools in Georgetown County as a teacher, coach, Administrator, and IT coordinator. Mostly retired now, Keith still lifts weights everyday and still uses the Bowflex machine in addition to having fun with his grandchildren. You will love this healthy episode!

In Episode 25, we are talking all about good health and fitness in this first week of January 2024. You will enjoy hearing from Richard Morris, exercise physiologist and personal trainer at the Y.M.C.A., formerly known as HealthPoint in Pawleys Island, We also hear how Waccamaw Elementary 3rd Grade Teacher, Stephanie Johnson, lost over 100 pounds after having her 3rd child and she didn't do it by starving herself! You will want to listen to hear how doing just a few things different each day, can help you reach your fitness goals. Go to www.katyhearnfit.com and scroll all the way to the bottom to calculate your macro levels. Then use that information on the app, My Fitness Pal, to track your macro intake. To ask Richard Morris questions about health and fitness, you can email him at [email protected]

Thomas Rowland, lead vocal and guitar player of Winyah Band, joins us to tell about the members of the band, Luke Gordon, Rob Buffington, Jim Carr and Stephen Russell. We also learn how the band got it's name, creating new songs, performing everywhere from the P.I.T. to the Lowcountry of South Carolina to the bright lights of Nashville, Tennessee and how you can book them for your next event and where they will be performing next. Follow the band on Instagram @winyah__ or email them at [email protected] You can also find them on Spotify and the App, BeatGig

Have you evert thought about turning one of your talents into a business? Our guest, Tina Cannon, has done exactly that. From her early Easy-Bake Oven days, Tina knew that she loved to create yummy cakes and pies for her family. Today, Tina has turned one of her most requested desserts into a growing successful business. Her dessert, Tina's Banana Pudding Cheesecake, is flying off the shelves at over 180 Kroger stores in Georgia, Alabama and South Carolina. Tina joins us to talk about how this all came about and her plans for local distribution in our area. You will love her Banana Pudding Cheesecake and Episode 23.

This week we highlight all the wonderful women that make Christmas happen. Moms, teachers, nurses, business owners, friends and neighbors who take care of all the many, many details of shopping, decorating the tree and the home, baking and cooking, going to parties, singing Christmas Carols, making crafts, donating to charities, going to church services and just making everything merry and bright. Friends Julie Hammel and Carolyn Baker join us to talk about their role in bringing Christmas to their families and friends. We do acknowledge the increasing efforts of men to help get all the details of Christmas put together. How do you prepare for Christmas or Hanukkah? It takes a lot of effort that's for sure. We hope you enjoy all the fun in Episode 22 of A Slice of P.I. And remember--Shop local!

Santa Claus owns a home in Murrells Inlet, SC. He purchased a home here after his daughter moved here. So Santa and Mrs. Claus spend time in our area when they are not busy at the North Pole. When we found out that Santa was visiting his Murrells Inlet home, we just had to get a quick interview with him before he heads back up to the North Pole for his Christmas Eve flight around the world. You will enjoy hearing all about Santa's days here along the SC Coast. We also talk about how logistics and technology help to modernize the world-wide delivery process of toys on Christmas Eve. What a jolly old soul Santa is. My microphone was not on so if you want to watch this interview, go over to YouTube and turn on the Closed Caption button, (cc), to help you understand what I am saying. Or just turn up the volume. You will love Episode 21! To schedule Santa for your next event, you can email him at [email protected] or visit his website at www.coastalsanta.com

It's holiday season at the beach and we all know what that means! It's time for Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens. Anna Lovell, Assistant Director of Private Events at Brookgreen Gardens, sits down with us to talk about everything you need to know about this most gorgeous and awe-inspiring event of the season. You will be amazed at all the background information Anna shares with us about what it takes to get this event produced every year for approximately 85,000 guests that will enjoy Nights of a Thousand Candles every year. You will love this one. To learn more about Brookgreen Gardens including the history and all the current events, you can read the book Brookgreen 101 by author Robin Salmon. To purchase tickets to Nights of a Thousand Candles or to learn about the programs offered, or if you want to become a member of Brookgreen Gardens, go to www.brookgreen.org

Beth Ness grew up in Georgetown, S.C. and is now the owner of the elegant, fun and amazing Sara and Beth Gifts in Downtown Historic Georgetown on the corner of Prince and King Streets. We talk with Beth and also take a tour of her store. If you need to do some shopping, tune it! You will be amazed at what this store has to offer. You will love this episode!

In honor of Veteran's Day, we interviewed Fr. Pat Stenson, former Pastor of Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Church in Pawleys Island. Fr. Pat was born and ordained in Ireland. Eventually he came to the United States, became a U.S. citizen and a U.S. Army Chaplain 18 years. After leaving the Army, he was assigned to the Old Soldiers home in Washington, D.C. Next was his assignment to Precious Blood of Christ in Pawleys Island, SC. Fr. Pat served as Pastor for 17 years and now still says Mass, officiates at weddings, baptisms and funerals in Pawleys Island, Garden City and around the country. You will thoroughly enjoy hearing about all his adventures and all the ministries that he started.

Meteorologist Frank Johnson joins us to talk about Hurricane Season, weather, family, coastal living, fruit trees, bees and more! What a great example of giving back to our community Frank and his family are. Such a great time learning more about our Pawleys Island neighbor and friend. We also talk about the Pawleys Island Beach sweep -see their Facebook page, Litter Free Waccamaw Neck-see their Facebook page, Black River Cypress Preserve at cypresspreserve.org, and how to get in touch with Frank Johnson for your school groups and church groups at WBTW News 13 by going to www.wbtw.com

Sammy Grayson, long time native of Pawleys Island, sits down with us to talk about the time the Gray Man visited his parents' Beach house before Hurricane Hugo in 1989. We also hear about his children and grandchildren, real estate, the simpler times when Pawleys Island had a 2 lane highway and no visitors in the winter months and his years as a boat captain.

Braden Grafe previews upcoming Art Market, Pawleys Palette. Pawleys Palette features 16 local and highly talented artists and their artwork. Patrons can admire the artwork or purchase the artwork. Stop by Quigley's Next Door on either Wednesday, 10/25 4 to 8pm or Thursday 10/26, 10 to 6pm.

Lee Brockington joins us to talk about her life as a historian, storyteller, tour guide, author, wife and mother. Lee has had so many great life experiences that she has used to teach and entertain not only those of us living along the South Carolina Coast, but everyone throughout our beautiful state. You will love Episode 14. To get in touch with Lee, you can email her at [email protected] To take one of her classes sign up at www.classatpawleys.com Shout outs this week to our local band Winyah with Thomas Rowland, Luke Gordon and Rob Buffington, The Wooden Boat Show going on this weekend , Oct. 20-22, 2023 in historic downtown Georgetown, to Pawleys Palette Art show and sale at Quigleys on the side on Oct. 25th and 26th and to my friend, Lisa McKiernan who called to say she had been enjoying the podcast. Thank you for listening!

Anne Hardee joins us to talk about her 30 year journey in the restaurant business in Pawleys Island, SC. Anne and business partner, Chef Adam Kirby, have created the recipe for success at both Bistro 217 and Rustic Table. They attribute much of their success to their dedicated staff and loyal customers. We even hear from Anne's son, Justin, who now works as the manager at Rustic Table after returning from Denver, Colorado. You will also learn about their gift shop, Driftwood Mercantile, with a variety of merchandise for both adults and children that reflect the Pawleys Island lifestyle. Check out Driftwood Mercantile online at https://www.driftwoodmercantilepi.com/ Bistro 217 at https://www.bistro217.com/ and Rustic Table at https://www.rustictable.com/

In episode 12, we hear from 18 college students who are from Pawleys Island and the surrounding area. They provide insight into the many details of their college life including where they live, their college major, clubs and groups they are a part of, the fun and difficult parts of college and their future goals. Sit back and listen in to episode 12 of A Slice of P.I.

Hampton Peace, co-owner and Broker-in-Charge of Peace Sotheby's International Realty, joins us to talk about his early life growing up in Pawleys Island, his insights into real estate, and some of his favorite hobbies.

Kim and John Arenas of Rye, NY, join the podcast this week as we hear about their early years in Pawleys Island, their move to Rye, NY for work, and vacation time here at their creek home in Pawleys Island, You will also hear about The Kim Arenas Team of Compass Real Estate and how KIm became a multi-million dollar real estate producer in Westchester County.

Guilds Peace, owner of women's boutique, Mimi Seabrook, in Pawleys Island, SC, discusses the journey she started opening her business in February 2020, right before Covid hit. Mimi Seabrook has become an overnight sensation based in large part to her loyal, talented and hardworking staff, not to mention the creative and hilarious posts and reels on Instagram she makes to advertise her inventory.

Kat answers questions sent in by listeners. Topics include favorite restaurants, local ghosts, Real Estate opportunities for young buyers, and college football.

Lee and Whitney talk about their life in Murrells Inlet, SC including how they met, Garden City Realty, raising two sons on the creek, the Marshwalk, the 4th of July Boat parade and Lee's responsibilities as SC State House Representative for District 108. They even give us their predictions on U.S.C. Gamecock football for the 2023 college football season. Listen and enjoy!

Brian and Sassy Henry tell us about running the historic Sea View Inn, the development of Palmetto Cheese, their retail store, Get Carried Away, and Brian's job as Mayor of Pawleys Island.

Frank's Restaurant owners, Salters and Woofy McClary join us to talk about the beginnings of Frank's Restaurant and how it has grown and changed through the years. Frank's restaurant serves a variety of local and fresh cuisine including seafood, steaks, salads, appetizers and pizza in an upscale setting.

My brother-in-law, Lex Reynolds, tells about his earliest memories of summer family vacations in Pawleys Island and Litchfield including Kings Fun Land, the Pavilion, building family summer homes here, fishing in the creek and Hurricane Hugo.

Jamie Green, owner of upscale ladies boutique, Monkees, in historic Georgetown, SC, talks with us about her growing up life, why she moved here, and opening her beautiful ladies boutique in Georgetown,

Dr. David Hammel talks about the new 2023-24 school year calendar, athletics, band, fine arts and Open House.

Luke talks about his like growing up in Pawleys Island, his years as a professional surfer, and his new career as a Realtor with Peace Sotheby's.