The Inner Coastal Podcast

The Inner Coastal Podcast

Explore all that Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina have to offer on the Inner Coastal Podcast, hosted by Daquan Mickens and the team at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands. This podcast is your ticket to learn about what makes Beaufort, South Carolina special, from the Lowcountry attractions to Beaufort’s extensive history. On this podcast, you can find guests that talk about Beaufort’s large festivals, such as the Shrimp and Oyster Festivals, as well as small businesses in Beaufort County and the historical landmarks that you can find here.

Episodes

123: A Day at the Beach

June 11, 2025 • 13 mins
Daquan catches up with Robb Wells for a laid-back day by the shore, where the ocean breeze and crashing waves set the tone. From stories of coastal living to reflections on hidden beachside escapes, Robb shares what makes life along Beaufort’s coastline so special. It’s a conversation full of sunshine, sea air, and the kind of peace only the beach can bring. ⁠Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands in South Carolina⁠ The I...
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122: Inside Cat Island Club with Michayla Wolfe and Tim Mervosh

May 21, 2025 • 26 mins
Daquan catches up with Michayla Wolfe and Tim Mervosh from Cat Island Club to talk about life on one of Beaufort’s most beautiful hidden gems. From marshfront golf and community events to unforgettable weddings, they share what makes Cat Island a place you won’t want to leave. Whether you're planning a trip, planning a wedding, or just curious about this tucked-away spot, this episode has a little something for everyone. Visit B...
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121: Saying “I Do” in the Lowcountry with Caroline Bowen

April 23, 2025 • 15 mins
In this episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast, Daquan sits down with bride-to-be Caroline Bowen to talk about planning her wedding in the heart of Beaufort. From picking the perfect venue to embracing Lowcountry charm, Caroline shares why she chose Beaufort for her big day, offers tips for future couples, and gives shoutouts to some standout local vendors. Whether you're dreaming of a destination wedding or just love a good love sto...
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120: Behind the Scenes with Forrest Gump Impersonator Paul Dengler

April 9, 2025 • 32 mins
Paul Dengler is a famous Forrest Gump impersonator who has been to many events in Beaufort, including the Beaufort Shrimp Festival. On today's episode, Paul sits down with Daquan to talk about his journey as a Forrest Gump impersonator and even recites a few famous lines from the film in-character. In addition to playing Forrest, Paul is also a musician, and he discusses some of his work, including his role in the music for "The Sp...
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119: Southern Sweets: Providing Delicious Food to Downtown Beaufort for Over 20 Years

March 26, 2025 • 10 mins
Southern Sweets Ice Cream Parlor & Sandwich Shop has been a downtown Beaufort staple for over 20 years, providing delicious sandwiches with names referencing Forrest Gump and Pat Conroy, along with tasty ice cream and milkshakes. The current owners of Southern Sweets, Bonnie and David Gordon, sit down with Daquan on today’s episode to talk about why they moved to Beaufort from the West Coast and what drove them to purchase the busi...
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118: Re-Finding Your Inner Coastal

March 12, 2025 • 17 mins
On today’s episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast, Robb Wells joins Daquan as they discuss what it means to find your Inner Coastal. Robb talks about the creative thinking behind Visit Beaufort’s Find Your Inner Coastal tagline and the deeper meaning behind it. Since finding your Inner Coastal means something different to each person, Robb and Daquan talk about what the tagline means for them and how they find their Inner Coastal eve...
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117: Enjoy Local Cuisine and Support a Great Cause at Dining Under the Stars: A Night of Culinary Compassion

February 26, 2025 • 10 mins
Dining Under the Stars: A Night of Culinary Compassion is an evening of fine dining featuring dishes from Beaufort’s local chefs that’s being held on Monday, March 9th. Nick Borregione from Shellring Ale Works has been in charge of putting this event together and he joins Daquan on today’s episode to give you all of the information you’d need about this great occasion. Nick also highlights the charitable aspect of this occasion, wi...
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116: Get a Taste of the Lowcountry at Magnolia Cafe

February 12, 2025 • 18 mins
Leah McCarthy and her husband used to visit Magnolia Cafe in Beaufort as patrons and eventually they bought the restaurant and made it their own. Leah sits down with Daquan on today’s episode to talk about her history with Magnolia Cafe and what led her and her husband to pull the trigger and purchase the restaurant. For those who are looking to visit the restaurant, she expands on her menu offerings and Magnolia Cafe’s monthly hig...
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115: Planning the Perfect Guy’s Trip to Beaufort

January 29, 2025 • 19 mins
With exciting activities like fishing, dining, and golfing, Beaufort is an amazing place to check out when thinking about where to go for your next guy’s trip. Let Daquan and Robb be your guides as they detail some of their favorite local spots while discussing the ideal Beaufort guy’s trip itinerary. They also highlight some great times of year to visit the Beaufort area and how you can make the most out of your trip no matter wha...
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114: Valuable Winter Fishing Tips From a Beaufort Angler

January 22, 2025 • 15 mins
If you're looking to fish in Beaufort during the winter months, this episode is for you. Houston Stewart, a local fisherman and the person behind the Beaufort SC Fishing YouTube channel, joins Robb on today's episode to talk all things wintertime fishing. Houston discusses why he loves fishing during the winter and the different species of fish he catches during this time of year. He also gives valuable tips on the various types of...
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113: Dive Into the Excitement of the Beaufort Oyster Festival

January 8, 2025 • 16 mins
Beaufort’s annual Oyster Festival starts this year on January 9th with Tides to Tables Restaurant Week and the festival itself takes place on January 18th and 19th. On today’s episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast, Daquan sits down with Ashlee Houck from BAHA for an in-depth look at the festival, from important dates to the vendors and different food options available. Ashlee also touches on some behind-the-scenes tidbits about the ...
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112: Local Holiday Traditions at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and BAHA

December 25, 2024 • 19 mins
On today’s episode of The Inner Coastal Podcast, Daquan sits down with everyone who works at Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands and the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association as they share their fun holiday traditions. From Caroline’s family hunting trips to Ashlee’s Christmas candy-making and Megan’s Christmas morning breakfast, listen in to learn about these exciting holiday traditions in Beaufort. Visit Beaufort, Por...
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111: Discovering Beaufort’s Music Scene with Local Artist Campfire Tyler

November 27, 2024 • 24 mins
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 sp...
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110: The Port Royal Cypress Wetlands: Home to Birds, Turtles, Alligators and More

November 13, 2024 • 22 mins
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...
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109: Experience Beaufort’s History Up Close with Tales of the Lowcountry

October 23, 2024 • 25 mins
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 ...
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108: Enjoy Beaufort’s Famous Ghost Stories with Buried Under Beaufort

October 9, 2024 • 15 mins
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 Ro...
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107: Celebrating OktoPRfest in Port Royal

September 25, 2024 • 15 mins
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 Po...
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106: Savor Caribbean Cuisine in Beaufort at Jah’Lion Grill & Bar

September 11, 2024 • 29 mins
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 wh...
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105: Enjoy Shopping and Dining in Beaufort at The Watermelon Crawl Sip & Stroll

August 21, 2024 • 15 mins
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...
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104: Discovering What’s New at Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort

August 14, 2024 • 20 mins
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 the...
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