The Inner Coastal Podcast

Tyler Littlejohn, AKA Campfire Tyler, is a musician from the Beaufort area and on today’s episode, he sits down with Daquan to talk about his career and Beaufort’s music scene. Tyler tells the story of his musical journey, from learning how to play guitar to playing in the parks outside coffee shops in Beaufort and getting his big break into doing live performances. Later in the episode, Tyler also discusses some of his favorite spots in the Beaufort area to listen to or perform music, such as Hemingway’s, Luther’s and Shellring Aleworks. Listen to Campfire Tyler on Spotify! Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Jenn Clemontoni, the vice president of The Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands, joins Daquan on today’s episode to talk about the Cypress Wetlands, one of Port Royal’s fun attractions. She touches on the different types of animals that you can see in the wetlands, like turtles and alligators, and the recent renovations the area has undergone. Since Jenn is also a tour guide for Birding Beaufort, she gives you an in-depth look at the wide variety of bird species that inhabit the wetlands. The Port Royal Cypress Wetlands Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Guided by Charlotte Lawrence, Tales of the Lowcountry offers a variety of tours covering topics such as Beaufort’s history, local ghost stories and women’s history. Charlotte joins Daquan in today’s episode to give you an overview of her tours and what you can expect when you book one. Just in time for Halloween, Charlotte also shares some of the ghostly experiences she’s had on her tours and give some insights on a few particular ghosts in the area. Tales of the Lowcountry Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Today’s episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast sees Daquan collaborating with Buried Under Beaufort, a podcast about the haunted side of the Beaufort area. Ian Leslie and Ryan Copeland, the hosts of the podcast, join the show to talk about the origins of their podcast, their favorite scary stories involving this area and a few stories that they’d love to cover in the future on their show. Buried Under Beaufort Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Today’s episode is all about Port Royal’s Oktoberfest celebration, known as “OktoPRfest”, is happening on Sunday, September 28th. Eric Fennell from the Old Village Association of Port Royal, the organization behind OktoPRfest, joins Daquan to discuss this fun festival. Eric breaks down all of the fun things OktoPRfest offers, such as live entertainment, German food and beer, and a children’s play area. Old Village Association of Port Royal Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Gamar Watts, the owner of Jah’Lion Grill & Bar, joins Daquan on today’s episode to talk about what led him to Beaufort and why he fell in love with the area. Gamar discusses some of his favorite menu items and the wide variety of live entertainment you can find there. He also gives us some behind-the-scenes insight into owning Jah’Lion and talks about how his leadership style, passion and work ethic have made his restaurant into what it is today. Jah'Lion Grill & Bar Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

The Watermelon Crawl Sip & Stroll is a fun event happening on Saturday, August 24th in downtown Beaufort! Caroline Bowen from the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association joins Daquan on today’s episode to give the rundown on what you need to know for this exciting event! Listen in for info on where to meet for the event, which businesses and restaurants are highlighted and what you need to know before signing up. Later in the episode, Caroline dives into the Watermen’s Wave Lowcountry Boot Trail where you can find painted boots all over town. The Watermelon Crawl Sip & Stroll Watermen's Wave Lowcountry Boot Trail Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Back in January of 2023, Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort came under new ownership. Over the last year and a half, many upgrades have been made to the resort and its amenities. John Scappatura, the COO of Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort, joins Daquan on today’s episode to talk about some of the improvements that have already been made to the resort and how his team tried to keep the spirit of Fripp Island alive while doing these renovations. John also gives out some information on new changes coming soon, such as the renovation of the Ocean Points Golf Course. Lastly, John highlights a concert happening at Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort on Saturday, August 17th, featuring Deas-Guyz. Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Hailing from Niagara Falls, NY, Chef Frank Chiasera worked his craft in places like Charleston, Charlotte and Orlando before opening Chef Frank’s Bistro in Port Royal. Chef Frank joins Daquan on today’s episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast to discuss his culinary journey and what led him to open his own restaurant. He also talks about how his regulars inspired certain items on the menu and how much he loves interacting with the Port Royal community. Chef Frank's Bistro Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands have tons of farmers markets, local produce stores and farm-to-table restaurants to experience! Join Daquan on today’s episode as he talks about Beaufort’s major crops and why Beaufort’s climate makes it a great place for farming. He also touches on the different agricultural attractions that you can visit such as Dempsey Farms, The Port Royal Farmers Market and Lowcountry Produce. Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Dusty Vickers, the Marketing & PR coordinator of the Beaufort Water Festival, joins Daquan on today’s episode to discuss this year’s event. Dusty talks about his history as a volunteer, his current role and how the Beaufort Water Festival selects its commodore. He also gives the scoop on an ice-cream-related tradition for Beaufort Water Festival volunteers. The Beaufort Water Festival Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

100 episodes later, Daquan, Megan and Robb get together to reminisce and reflect on the Inner Coastal Podcast. Listen in as they discuss some of their favorite Inner Coastal Podcast moments and potential guests they’d like to have on future episodes. They also talk about how the Beaufort community has received the podcast and the great feedback that they’ve gotten from guests and listeners alike. Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Led by Captain Jon Gore, Indigo Fishing Charters offers guided fishing tours throughout Beaufort. To start, Capt. Gore talks about how he got into fishing, why he decided to move to Beaufort and what led to him starting his fishing charter business. Tune in to learn more about the species of fish that he targets, what you need to know before going on a trip and some of the best places in Beaufort to eat afterwards. Indigo Fishing Charters Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

From April through October, Lowco Tiki offers tiki cruises throughout the Beaufort area. On today’s episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast, Lee and Tina Steinberg of Lowco Tiki join Daquan to give people the rundown of what they can expect on one of their cruises, what it’s like to book a tour, and what they love about their business. Lowco Tiki Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Port Royal’s 19th annual Soft Shell Crab Festival, set for Saturday, April 20th, offers much more than just its namesake delicacy. Eric Fennell from the Old Village Association of Port Royal joins Daquan on today’s episode to give you the rundown of what you can expect at this year’s event. Old Village Association of Port Royal Check Out Our Previous Episode About Soft Shell Crab Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

From the bed races at the Beaufort Water Festival and riding horses on the beach with Camelot Farms to the Old Sheldon Church Ruins, Beaufort is full of unique attractions and things to do! Join Daquan and Megan as they run through all these activities and more in today’s jam-packed episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast! Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

The spring fishing season is here and Houston Stewart from Beaufort SC Fishing joins Robb on today’s episode to tell you what you need to know about fishing this time of year. Listen in to learn about the types of fish in season, such as cobia and sheepshead, and the best bait to use for those fish. Houston also shares insights into what you should consider before fishing this season, such as monitoring the weather and where to get your bait. Beaufort SC Fishing Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

"The Spirit of Beaufort: Remembering Forrest Gump", featured at Beaufort’s International Film Festival in February, is a documentary about Beaufort’s role in the making of "Forrest Gump." Daniel Stanislawski and Irene Goodnight, the film's respective director and executive producer, sit down with Daquan to discuss the project. Tune in for a look at the background, making-of and inspiration behind this remarkable film. Watch the Trailer Here Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

Located south of Port Royal, Parris Island is home to not only the Marine Corps Recruit Depot but also the Parris Island Museum. The museum serves as a time capsule for the history of the Marines in this area, with exhibits and artifacts covering various points in history. Museum technicians Stephen Price and Patrick Friend join Daquan on today’s episode to talk about the island's history as a Marine training depot, the museum itself and what you need to know before visiting the island. Parris Island Museum Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.

To celebrate Black History Month, this episode dives into Beaufort’s rich African-American history and offers a rundown of some of the area's historic sites. Tune in for a brief overview of the people and places that made an impact on Beaufort’s history like Robert Smalls, Camp Saxton and The Tabernacle Baptist Church. Episodes About Topics Mentioned Here: Welcome to The Gullah Geechee Corridor Camp Saxton History Through the Eyes of the Tabernacle Baptist Church Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina The Inner Coastal Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and produced by the team at Relic. Music is Inspirational Outlook by Scott Holmes. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@relicagency.com.