Coasting SC

There’s nothing quite like a day at the beach.
 
The sound of the waves, the warmth of the sun, kids playing in the surf… and for most people, not a care in the world.
 
But that peace of mind doesn’t happen by accident.
In this episode of Coasting, we sit down with Nick Jackson, part owner of Myrtle Beach Surf Rescue, to uncover the story behind the lifeguards who make that experience possible.
 
From training young lifeguards and managing an estimated 70 blocks of coastline, to creating a safe and welcoming environment for millions of visitors each year, Nick shares what it really takes to protect one of the busiest beaches in the country.
 
Because while you’re enjoying the ocean…someone else is watching it for you.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters: 
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:24- Intro
00:33 - On this episode
01:15 - Welcome to Coasting
01:27 - Pollen has Invaded
01:44 - How Many People Visit Myrtle Beach
02:28 - Aunt B Beach Memories
04:26 - Aunt B Gets in Trouble
05:08 - Aunt B's Blue Jeans
06:22 - Celia's Beach Stories
07:55 - Amusement Rides
08:20 - Florida Beach Memories
08:45 - Top Oceanfront Restaurants
12:51 - Juried High School Art Show
13:43 - Nick Jackson of Myrtle Beach Surf Rescue
17:31 - Typical Day as a Lifeguard
18:34 - Lifeguard Training
20:35 - Morning Check In
21:05 - Rescue Buoys 
22:36 - Weather Conditions
23:27 - Flag System
24:49 - Non-Complience
26:33 - Training Academy
29:00 - Beach Secret
29:45 - How Many Lifeguards
30:53 - Where the Lifeguards Come From
33:09 - Baywatch
34:11 - Lifeguard History
35:32 - What You Should Know
36:45 - Intense Story
38:43 - Communications
39:54 - Pedals and Pottery
40:15 - The Business Side
46:45 - Nicks Motivation
49:24 - Episode Wrap up
49:48 - Episode 12 Preview
50:10 - Ending Credits
 
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Surf Rescue Website: https://myrtlebeachsurfrescue.com
Myrtle Beach Surf Rescue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myrtlebeachsurfrescue/
Salt and Lime: https://saltandlimemyrtlebeach.com/
Sea Capitans House: https://www.seacaptains.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=410951528&gbraid=0AAAAADb5_vA6kKUobu9EBfI3CMziPi4HF&gclid=CjwKCAjwwJzPBhBREiwAJfHRnd7X-5biplWaDcIjI-X-8iR6wObHZgGaRzClTMM7mK8syzcuw0fQ3hoCjHgQAvD_BwE
Riptydz: https://riptydz.com/
Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com/
 

With more than 2,000 restaurants along the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach is home to one of the largest hospitality scenes on the East Coast.
But where do the next generation of chefs learn their craft?
In this episode of Coasting, we step inside the International Culinary Institute at HorryGeorgetown Technical College with Executive Director Chef Joseph Bonaparte — the chef helping shape the future of food along the Carolina coast.
 
From training aspiring chefs and championing sustainability to redefining what a true farmers market should be, Chef Bonaparte shares how culinary education can elevate an
entire region’s food culture.
 
We also explore the ways the public can experience the Institute firsthand — from Flights & Bites events and weekly Breads & BBQ to the student-run Fowler Dining Room, where
multi-course meals sell out quickly.
 
Because sometimes knowing the secret ingredients of your new hometown make you feel like you belong at the table.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters: 
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:17 - Intro
00:27 - On this episode
01:13 - Welcome to Coasting
01:29 - Cherry Grove Cookie Company
05:13 - April Events
08:38 - Coasting Call Ins
08:50 - Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten Free
11:54 - 55+ Communities
13:40 - Grocery Store Options
17:41 - High School Art Exhibit
18:36 - Welcome Chef Bonaparte
19:15 - What brought him to Myrtle Beach
21:20 - Culinary Institute 
23:25 - Degree Options
24:12 - Who is enrolling
25:02 - Free admission for seniors
25:53 - Tuition
27:27 - Faculty
31:02 - Guest Chefs
32:19 - Study Abroad
34:45 - Professional Development
40:42 - A lasting Impression
41:30 - Sustainability
48:45 - Fine Dining
53:15 - Bakery
54:48 - Thursdays
57:53 - Fundraising
58:29 - Expanding Culinary Scene
01:04:59 - Chef's Message
01:06:01 - Support Culinary Institute
01:06:47 - Episode Wrap Up
01:07:22 - Episode 11 Preview
01:07:30 - Ending Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠
HGTC International Cullinary Institute : https://www.hgtc.edu/academics/academic-departments/culinary-institute/index.html
Fowler Dining Room : https://www.hgtc.edu/academics/academic-departments/culinary-institute/restaurants/index.html
Cherry Grove Cookie Company : https://cherrygrovecookieco.com
Lekker Eats: https://lekkereatssc.com
Zardin : https://zardinexperience.com
Earth Cafe: https://www.facebook.com/earthcafemb
Jerusalem Myrtle Beach: https://www.jerusalembarandgrill.com
Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com/

Did you know Myrtle Beach played a role in World War II?
Most people know Myrtle Beach for its beaches, boardwalks, and summer vacations.
But the real story of this coastline goes much deeper. In this episode of Coasting, historian Kathryn Hedgepath—founder of Myrtle Beach History Tours—joins us to uncover the hidden history of the Grand Strand.
We explore how Myrtle Beach first came to be, the fascinating music culture that shaped the coast, and the surprising role this area played during World War II.
From early settlers and railroad expansion to legendary musicians and wartime airfields, Kathryn shares the stories that reveal how this quiet stretch of coastline became the Myrtle Beach we know today.
Because sometimes the most fascinating thing about a place…is the story that came before it.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters: 
 
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:18 - Intro
00:28 - On this episode
01:11 - Welcome to Coasting
01:29 - Welcome Aunt B
01:35 St Patricks Day
04:11 - Yummy to the Tummy St Patties
07:29 - Easter Traditions
08:10 - Egg Bucking
16:15 - Jo-Ann Morgan Exibit
16:58 - Special Guest
17:35 - Growing up in Myrtle
18:47 - Wild Kingdom
19:22 - Jim Fowler
20:51 - Leaving and Returning
22:08 - The Story of Myrtle Beach
22:46 - Movies in Myrtle
26:27 - Myrtle Beach History
32:01 - Robert White
34:06 - Music in Myrtle
36:32 - Charlies Place
37:37 - Shag Dancing
41:17 - The Pavilion
43:08 - Open Mic Poetry
43:46 - WWII
47:03 - Atalaya Castle
48:48 - Myrtle Beach Airfield
51:52 - What Surprises People
53:21 - Guest Wrap-up
53:57 - Episode 10 Preview
54:16 - Ending Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠
Book Your History Trolley Tour: https://carolinalimo.com/tours/myrtle-beach-history-tours/
Myrtle Beach History Trolly Tours Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myrtlebeachhistorytours/
Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com/

Some people travel across the country to experience places like Brookgreen Gardens. For us along the Carolina Coast, it’s right here in our backyard. In this episode of Coasting, I sit down with Lauren Joseph, VP of Marketing for Brookgreen Gardens, to explore what makes this such an extraordinary place—and why it’s one of the greatest daily-life luxuries of the Grand Strand. From world-class sculpture and breathtaking gardens to wildlife, history, and the brand-new conservatory, Brookgreen is more than a destination. It’s a living, breathing experience that locals often forget is truly rare.
 
This conversation is about slowing down, appreciating what’s right in front of us, and realizing just how lucky we are to call this place home.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters: 
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:34 - Intro 
01:12 - Welcome to Coasting
01:39 - Area Entertainment
07:27 - Shopping
10:14 - Yummy to the Tummy
13:52 - Expanding Horizons
14:27 - Brookgreen Gardens
14:44 - Lauren Joseph
15:38 - 80’s Flashback
16:14 - Starting with Brookgreen Gardens
17:11 - Lauren’s First Experience
18:17 - Elevator Speech
10:30 - The Zoo
47:13 - Guest Wrap-Up
47:51 - Episode 8 Preview
48:15 - Ending Credits
19:51 - Archer Huntington’s Vision
20:02 - How Big Is It
20:33 - Endangered Woodpecker
20:44 - How Brookgreen Gardens Was Formed
21:59 - Atalaya
22:30 - Brookgreen Gardens History
23:48 - Museums
25:27 - Nights of 1000 Candles
28:32 - Poetry Garden
28:49 - What Else to Know
30:34 - Summer Music
31:50 - The Zoo
32:45 - Sculptures
34:01 - Membership
34:34 - Purdy Welcome Center
38:34 - How Did Older Sculptures Get Here
41L04 - The Mourning After
41:44 - Ana Hyatt Huntington
44:29 - The Bears
46:04 - Women in History
49:49 - Appealing to the Next Generation
48:57 - The Emotion
52:11 - Episodes 9 & 10 Preview
52:35 - Ending Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠
Brookgreen Gardens: https://www.brookgreen.org
Cantina Imperfecto : https://cantinaimperfecto.com/
Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com/

Hear the word, “shark” and most of us go running . . .Now, Charles Shelton Jr. . . . he gets excited. Today, we’re Coasting with the founder of Myrtle Beach Shark Teeth to talk about how a childhood fascination—sparked by movies like Jaws—grew into a passion for finding prehistoric treasures and teaching others how to discover what’s hiding right under our feet. Charles shares why slowing down, paying attention, and looking beneath the surface can completely change how you experience the coast.n This isn’t just a conversation about shark teeth. It’s about curiosity, wonder, and the joy of sharing what you love.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters: 
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:19 - Intro 
00:30 - Welcome to Coasting
01:13 - Aunt B is Back!
01:41 - Celia on TV
02:57 -  Aunt B's Travel
04:02 - Aunt B's Surprise Gift
05:06 - Change the Code
05:35 - Superbowl
10:02 - Olympics
11:53 - Yummy to the Tummy
16:37 - Collectors Event 
17:24 - Guest Intro
21:00 - The First Shark Tooth Find
22:59 - Starting a Shark Tooth Business
26:03 - What is Myrtle Beach Shark Teeth
27:14 - Workshops
27:29 - Learn about Sharks Teeth
31:49 - NMB Woman Finds Treasure
32:39 - National Geographic
34:02 - Excursion 
34:56 - Major Find
36:27 - Who Buys Sharks Teeth
37:23 - Jo-Ann Morgan Collection
38:06 - How to find Sharks Teeth
40:13 - How to Identify Your Finds
41:58 - What NOT to do
42:40 - Workshops
43:16 - What Draws People In
44:01 - A Hobby of Patience
45:08 - What Has the Journey Meant for Charles
46:54 - Where to find more Info
47:13 - Guest Wrap-Up
47:51 - Episode 8 Preview
48:15 - Ending Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠
Myrtle Beach Shark Teeth Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CcKBT3ZSt/⁠
Myrtle Beach Shark Teeth Website : ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CcKBT3ZSt/⁠
Nance's Restaurant : ⁠https://nancescreekfront.com/⁠
Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com/

What exactly is an influencer—and how do they make money doing what they love? In this episode of Coasting, Celia sits down with Ashley Weller of @southernchicstyle, a powerhouse content creator with 45K+ followers and a fresh take on fashion, lifestyle, and building a brand after 50. From her roots in Texas to carving out a digital empire here along the Carolina Coast, Ashley shares how she turned social media into a legitimate business, how life on the Grand Strand fuels her creativity, and what real influence actually means. Whether you're curious, skeptical, or ready to launch your own side hustle—this one’s for you.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters:
00:00 -  Episode Preview
00:15 - Welcome to Coasting
01:02 - Intro
00:34 - Driving in Myrtle Beach
 04:24 - Big things in February
09:36 - Aunt B's Yummy to the Tummy Segment
17:00 - Kids Art Programs
17:37 - Celia's PR Background
19:07 - Welcome Ashley Weller
19:37 - Whats an Influencer?
20:37 - Moving from Texas
21:41 - Alligators in Pawleys Island?
22:15 - Transitioning work from Dallas to Myrtle
23:18 - How Ashely Made friends after moving
24:27 - How to Grow your Social Following
25:44 - How did you Become an Influencer
26:33 - Gaining Confidence as an Older Influencer
27:33 - How to Get Business as an Influencer
29:28 - How Brand Deals Work
31:24 - The Collectors Event 
32:22 - Free Perks
36:47 - Who Plans the Content
39:27 - Working with Bask Away
41:14 - What is it like being an Older Influencer?
42:38 - How to say No to a Company
43:19 - Odd Product Requests
44:12 - Shifting her Followers
45:27 - How Hard is it to Become an Influencer?
47:25 - Inside Scoop on whats Next
48:33 - Interview Wrap-Up
49:26 - Episode 7 Preview
49:34 - Ending Credits
 
 
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/
Ashley Weller's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/southernchicstyle/
Luigi's Restaurant : https://www.luigismyrtlebeach.com/
Podcast Website : http://www.coastingpodcast.com/
 

You might not see it, but he will. Scott Campbell of Morris Home Inspections joins Celia to uncover what’s lurking behind the drywall, beneath the slab, and inside the fine print. From wild real-life inspections to the rising trend of pre-listing and new construction walkthroughs, it’s construction site investigation you don’t want to miss.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters:
00:00 - Episode Preview
00:27 - Welcome to Coasting
00:57 - Intro
02:23 - Breakfast at Drift
04:09 - Avocado Fiasco
05:49 - Snow at the Beach
09:46 - Convertible Q&A
17:52 - Oysters and Art Festival
18:22 - Scott the Inspector
20:24 - Alligators
21:32 - Inspector Training and Certification
25:17 - Types of Home Inspections
28:00 - How Long do Inspections Take
26:48 - Should you attend an Inspection
29:06 - Inspection Report
31:26 - Things Included in an Inspection
35:26 - Climate Effect on Inspections
36:19 - Understand Your Warranty
37:14 - New Construction 
39:33 - Number One Common Finding
43:31 - New Construction Warranties 
45:18 - Inspection Before you list
46:52 - Collectors Event
47:50 - Inspection Stories
49:47 - Inspecting the Kaminski House
51:04 - How Many Inspections Per Year
51:47 - One Thing People Should Understand
53:59 - Interview Wrap up
54:42 - Episode 6 Preview
55:00 - Ending Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/
Morris Home Inspections : https://www.morrishomeinspectionsinc.com/
Drift Restaurant : https://drifteatery.com/
Podcast Website : http://www.coastingpodcast.com/
 
 

What really happens behind the scenes once your offer is accepted? In this episode, Celia sits down with Myrtle Beach, SC real estate attorney Thomas Stanley of Dunes Law Firm to demystify the South Carolina closing process. From title searches to final signatures, you’ll learn why attorneys play such a pivotal role in making real estate official — especially for those buying in the state for the first time. Packed with insights, stories, and a few surprise revelations, this episode gets you from stress to success!
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters:
00:00- Episode Preview
00:31- Welcome to Coasting
00:41- Intro
01:41 - Word of the Year
03:26 - January in Myrtle Beach
03:48 - Local Discounts
05:33 - Best Time to take Sunset Photos on the Beach
06:26 - Aunt B’s Yummy to the Tummy Segment
12:53 - Myrtle Beach Art Museum
13:25 - Thomas Stanley of Dunes Law Firm
14:04 - Thomas and Alligators
15:20 - Real Estate Closings
16:51 - People are moving to Conway
17:33 - Using a Builders Closing Attorney
19:42 - Right of Survivorship
21:02 - HOA Documents
24:55 - Privacy
26:25 - Attending a Closing in Person
28:26 - One Attorney for Buyer and Seller
34:32 - Oysters and Art Festival
35:02 - Titles
42:42 - Things to Know for Closing
46:52 - Favorite Closing Story
51:15 - Episode 5 Preview
 
46:58 - Outro
47:49 - Whats Coming in Episode 4
48:22 - Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/
Dunes Law Firm : https://duneslawfirm.com/
Drift Restaurant : https://drifteatery.com/
Podcast Website : http://www.coastingpodcast.com/

Whether you live to golf or simply live near it, there’s no denying golf is everywhere along the Grand Strand — from oceanfront fairways to tucked-away hidden gems.
 
In this episode of Coasting, Celia A. Klein tees up two perspectives:
 
Blair Anderson, a local golf insider and Dunes Club member who helped bring the PGA Tour’s Myrtle Beach Classic to town, shares his insights on the best courses, club perks, and what makes Myrtle Beach a golfer’s paradise — and destination.
 
Kenn Killian, a recent transplant and Celia’s former client, shares what it’s really like to make the move and find your golfing tribe here — from dream courses to the realities of building your foursome as a newcomer.
 
Whether you’re a scratch golfer or just scratching your head about how many courses this area really has (spoiler: it’s a lot), this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and advice for anyone considering life near the links.
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Chapters:
00:00- Episode Preview
00:11- Welcome to Coasting
00:20- Intro
01:36 - Alligators
02:21 - Palmetto Bugs
04:02 - Tony Danza
04:36 - Christmas Lights
08:14 - HOA Rules for Decorations
10:16 - Myrtle Beach Art Museum
11:04 - Golf with Blair Anderson
12:03 - Golf and Alligators
13:13 - Blairs' Golf Origin
14:14 - Golf Course Designers
15:38 - Myrtle Beach Golf Scene
17:15 - Learn About Myrtle Beach Courses
18:07 - Golf Fatigue
18:48 - Golf Lifestyle
20:00 - Golf Communities
21:49 - Myrtle Beach Classic
28:52 - New to Golf
30:15 - Hidden Gem Courses
31:41 - Living on a Golf Course
34:39 - Museum Gift Shop
35:04 - Ken Killian
35:33 - Alligator Sighting
37:23 - Why He Moved to the Beach
38:09 - His Favorite Courses
38:34 - When He Decided to Move
41:19 - Hidden Gem Courses
42:38 - Golf Perks of Being Local
43:46 - Making Golf Friends
46:58 - Outro
47:49 - Whats Coming in Episode 4
48:22 - Credits
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/
Blair Anderson Mortgage Lender : https://neighborhoodloans.com/blair-anderson/
Everything Golf in Myrtle Beach: https://www.playgolfmyrtlebeach.com/
Podcast Website : http://www.coastingpodcast.com/

Bugs, bears, and...breathtaking beauty? In this follow-up to our most talked-about topic, Celia and co-host Aunt B explore the “Wildlife Welcoming Committee” along the Grand Strand—yes, even the creatures you don’t want in your house. Then, local wildlife photographer Travis Huffstetler joins to share stories behind his stunning shots, from beach foxes to bald eagles. Get ready to see the Carolina Coast through a whole new lens!
 
👉 Recorded live on the Tea Patio of the Franklin G. Burroughs – Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC.
 
Important Links:
Real Estate Website : http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/
Myrtle Beach Art Museum: http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/
Travis Huffstetler’s Website: https://travishuffstetlerphotography.com
Podcast Website : http://www.coastingpodcast.com/