Coasting SC

Halloween, SC: A Scream Come True EP#22

Every October, Conway does something most towns only dream about.

It transforms.

Not just with a few pumpkins on a sidewalk or a couple of decorations in a storefront window — but block by block, tree by tree, light by light, into Halloween, South Carolina.

In this episode of Coasting, recorded in downtown Conway at The Terrace, Celia takes listeners behind the scenes.  We cover the practical, the “behind-the-scenes,” and simple JOY of walking streets lovingly decorated by city employees and volunteers alike.

After Aunt B’s FAMOUS Yummy to the Tummy segment, Celia talks with two guests connected to the City of Conway’s Halloween transformation, including Drew Sorbello, a Coastal Carolina graduate and city intern and Adam Emrick, Conway’s top City Administrator.

The episode also gives visitors timely information before they head into town: parking, road closures, shuttle options, and how to enjoy Halloween, SC safely and respectfully.

But this episode is also about the bigger story.

From decorated windows and themed storefronts to residents and business owners who fully embrace the spirit of the month, Halloween, SC works because the community does more than watch it happen — they participate in it.

And because this is Coasting, there will also be a little fun — favorite displays, surprising stats, the mystery of just how many skeletons and lights are involved, whether pumpkins belong in every tree, and what holiday Conway might decide to conquer next.

Halloween, SC is not just a name.

It is a full-town effort.

And for Conway, it really has become a scream come true.

👉 Recorded live in downtown Conway at The Terrace

Chapters:

00:00 - Episode Preview

00:13 - Intro

00:23 - On This Episode

01:20 - Welcome to Coasting

01:03 - A Scream Come True

02:26 - Thank You TaylorMade Home Loans

02:54 - Back In Our Day

05:12 - Hot Tip for Halloween

06:05 - October Weather

06:32 - Great Time For Visitors

06:34 - Yummy To The Tummy

10:56 - TaylorMade Home Loans

11:37 - Welcome Adam and Drew

12:44 - What You Need to Know

13:46 - Road Closures

14:29 - Where The Action Is

15:10 - The Shuttle

15:47 - Where To Start

17:10 - What To See at Night

18:07 - What Drew Has Worked On

19:33 - Which is Scarier

19:49 - Conway Pride

21:18 - The Numbers

23:43 - The Graveyard Grand Prix

24:36 - How Many Visitors

24:54 - The Challenges

25:54 - Antos Pizza

26:25 - Stupid Halloween Dad Jokes

27:04 - Make Sure This Is On Your List

28:13 - How Do Businesses Get Involved

30:12 - Volunteers

30:58 - Make Sure You See This

32:58 - Logan Woodle: Uproot

33:35 - Becoming Halloween South Carolina

34:49 - Holiday Capital of South Carolina

35:36 - Pumpkins at the High School

37:15 - Stupid Halloween Dad Jokes

37:46 - Behind the Scenes

39:09 - What’s Next?

40:02 - Conway Pride

41:39 - Wrap Up

43:05 - EP 23 Preview

43:30 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

TaylorMade Home Loans: TaylorMade Home Loans

A Cup Full Cafe: Online Ordering by Genius

City of Halloween SC: Welcome to City of Conway, SC

Antos Pizza: Anto’s Pizza Romana | Authentic Roman-Style Pizza in Conway, SC

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.comRitchie's General Store & Eatery - Loris, SC

Loris, South Carolina may be one of those places people have heard of, driven through, or only recently discovered when they realized their new home address says “Loris.” But this small town in northern Horry County has a story worth knowing.

In this episode of Coasting, Celia heads to Loris for a conversation about railroad roots, small-town pride, major growth, and one very important local dish: chicken bog. The episode begins with Samantha Norris, Executive Director of the Loris Chamber of Commerce, who shares the history of Loris, how the town developed, what makes it unique, and how the community is experiencing the growth now reaching this part of Horry County. We also talk about the Loris Chicken Bog-Off Festival, one of the town’s signature events, and why chicken bog has become such an important part of the town’s identity. Then we shift from history to flavor with two local restaurant owners: Ritchie Ward of Ritchie’s General Store and Eatery and Nick Conner of Shorty’s Grill. Ritchie and Nick both serve chicken bog, but on different days and with different recipes. Ritchie brings a culinary background and family connection to the conversation, while Nick brings the kind of personality and storytelling that makes small-town restaurants feel like gathering places, not just places to eat. Together, this episode explores why Loris is gaining attention, what newcomers may come to love about it, and how food, family, history, and growth are all part of the town’s story.

Whether you already know Loris, just moved nearby, or are still asking, “So… what exactly is chicken bog?” — this episode is full of small-town flavor.

👉 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

00:16 - Intro

00:25 - On This Episode

01:27 - Welcome to Coasting

01:31 - We Made It To Fall

02:02 - 12 Seasons of the South

04:02 - Fall Festivals

07:37 - Coming Up Loris Bog Off

98:26 - Loris Hospitality

09:48 - Loris Pharmacy

10:12 - Coming Up

10:31 - A Lasting Impression

11:11 - Learn About Loris

11:39 - Welcome Samantha Norris

13:03 - The Gate City

13:29 - The Back Porch of the Grand Strand

14:09 - A Change in Momentum

15:20 - New Communities in Loris

16:12 - Population Growth

17:18 - We Love the Growth

18:34 - Economic Development

19:57 - Loris History

21:12 - How Big is Loris

22:06 - What is Chicken Bog

22:39 - Loris Bog Off Festival

26:34 - Where to Park

27:44 - How the Bog Off Helps Loris

29:16 - Papermaking at the Art Museum

29:45 - Welcome Ritchie and Nick

30:39 - Your Loris Story

31:39 - Definition of Chicken Bog

34:01 - Audience Feedback

34:45 - Recipes?

38:07 - How Do You Know What People Like

39:08 - Who Makes it?

39:55 - The Schedule

42:46 - Time to Prepare

43:21 - How Much Do You Make?

43:58 - Hours

45:11 - Do You Sell Out?

46:03 - The General Store

46:41 - Bog Blunders

48:55 - Shorty’s Grill History

52:06 - Small Town Restaurants Community Role

54:53 - How Does the Bog Off Affect Your Restaurant

56:36 - Loris in One Word

57:14 - Wrap Up

58:51 - EP 21 Preview

59:08 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival; https://southcarolinaparks.com/stories/atalaya-arts-and-crafts-festival

Little River Shrimp Fest: https://littlerivershrimpfest.org

NMB Live: https://www.nmb.us/855/NMB-Live

City of Halloween SC: https://www.conwaysc.gov/news_detail_T6_R678.php

Ritchies Eatery: https://ritchieseatery.com

Shortys Grill: https://shortysgrilllorissc.com

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.comhttps://ritchieseatery.com

Pickleball is more than a game — especially in North Myrtle Beach.

In this episode of Coasting, Celia talks with Ken Chaney, a PPR-certified pickleball instructor, competitive player, and familiar face on the North Myrtle Beach courts, about how pickleball is helping people find community, connection, fitness, and fun.

Ken shares how the sport helped him quickly find his people after moving to the area, why pickleball has become so popular with players of all ages, and what beginners should know before stepping onto the court for the first time.

They also talk about the growing demand for pickleball in North Myrtle Beach, the fundraising efforts supporting new courts, and how future tournaments could bring more players, visitors, and dollars into the local community.

And of course, we couldn’t talk pickleball without a little lingo lesson. From the kitchen to the dink, Celia gets a crash course in what to say when you want to sound like you know your way around the court.

Whether you already play, want to learn, or are simply curious about why pickleball has taken off so quickly, this episode is about more than paddles and points.

It’s about pickleball, people, and place.

👉 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

00:23 - Intro

00:32 - On This Episode

01:43 - Welcome to Coasting

02:24 - End of Summer

02:54 - Summer Highlights

03:53 - Crazy Drivers

06:18 - Fight

07:47 - Takeover

09:00 - SIBAF

10:27 - Yummy to the Tummy

16:41 - Coming Up

17:01 - Art Raffle

17:43 - Welcome Ken Chaney

18:37 - Why Myrtle Beach

20:14 - How to Find Your Tribe

21:27 - Describe Pickleball Court Energy

23:10 - Who Loves Pickleball

24:40 - Pickleball 101

28:53 - Difference From Tennis Court

29:47 - Points

31:25 - Terms

33:03 - #1 Beginner Mistake

34:10 - Paddles

36:13 - The Ball

37:06 - How Long to Learn

38:30 - Lingo

43:43 - PPR Certified Instructor

47:09 - Safety

48:12 - Coming Up

48:29 - Art Museum Gift Shop

49:01 - Number One Reason People Trip on the Court

51:10 - What to Wear

52:00 - Pickleball in North Myrtle Beach

54:36 - Where in North Myrtle Beach

55:55 - Great For The Economy

57:19 - When & Where to Play Now

58:35 - Introductory Classes

01:00:00 - How To Reach Out

01:02:23 - Connections in Myrtle Beach

01:03:30 - Wrap Up

1:03:58 - EP 21 Preview

01:04:16 - Closing Credits

👉 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/ ⁠

Kirks Ice cream: https://sites.google.com/view/kirksicecream/home

Stellas Ice cream: https://www.stellas-icecream.com/about-us

Bruster's: https://brusters.com

North Myrtle Beach Pickleball Complex Fundraising: https://www.nmbpbf.com

The Fun Zone: https://www.nmb.us/578/Fun-Zone

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

Downtown Myrtle Beach is more than a location. For many people, especially those who remember the Pavilion, it is tied to music, rides, summer nights, family memories, and the feeling of having a place to gather.

But downtown is changing — and helping it become meaningful again takes time.

In this episode of Coasting, Celia talks with Jason Greene, President and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance, about the long work of revitalizing downtown Myrtle Beach.

Jason shares why Myrtle Beach became his place, what people are really missing when they talk about the old Pavilion area, and why the goal is not to recreate the past, but to build a downtown that can matter again in a new way.

They also discuss the Arts & Innovation District, the role of private residences, restaurants, events, Grand Strand Brewing, the HTC Aspire Hub, and the public-private partnerships helping move the vision forward.

This conversation is an honest look at progress, patience, and the behind-the-scenes work required to help downtown Myrtle Beach become a place where people gather, invest, return, and make new memories . . . again.

👉 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 - Intro

00:25 - On This Episode

01:40 - Welcome to Coasting

01:51 - Big News

03:09 - More Big News

05:09 - Even More Big News

07:26 - And More News

09:15 - Yummy to the Tummy

13:45 - Up Next

14:16 - Welcome Jason Greene

15:39 - Why Myrtle Beach

19:21 - What’s Missing?

20:37 - Now vs.the Past

22:15 - Community Feedback

25:01 - What is Downtown Myrtle Beach?

26:58 - Arts & Innovation District

27:56 - HTS Aspire Hub

29:38 - Housing

33:35 Three Signs of Progress

35:57 - Restaurants Roles

36:58 - Getting More Businesses

38:30 - Events

39:33 - Coming Up

39:45 - Art Museum Raffle

40:16 - Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance

41:12 - Housing is Complicated

42:33 - Public - Private Partnership

43:09 - Developer Alignment

44:30 - Pavillion Land

45:14 - Misconceptions

46:39 - Moving Forward

48:30 - The Vision

50:09 - What Are You Excited About

52:03 - Hope for the Future

53:04 - When Will it be a Place Again

54:35 - Where to Find Out More

55:32 - Volunteer

57:44 - Coffee With The Community

59:01 - Wrap Up

1:00:07 - EP 20 Preview

1:30:19 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Long Bay Theater: https://www.longbaytheatre.com/copy-of-it-s-a-wonderful-life-1

Winnas Kitchen: https://winnaskitchen.com

Downtown Myrtle Beach: https://www.downtownmyrtle.com

Arts & Innovation District: https://www.downtownmyrtle.com/arts-and-innovation-district

HTC Aspire Hub: https://www.emyrge.org

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

You don’t have to be an art expert to walk through the doors of the Myrtle Beach Art Museum.

In this episode of Coasting, we sit down with Liz Miller, Museum Curator at the Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum, for a conversation about one of Myrtle Beach’s true hidden gems.

Tucked along the oceanfront, this beautiful museum offers far more than many people realize — rotating exhibits, classes, programs, events, opportunities for local artists, and a welcoming space where curiosity matters more than credentials.

We also talk about the museum’s current exhibit, “A Lasting Impression,” featuring works connected to some of the most recognizable names in art, including Renoir, Degas, Picasso, and Mary Cassatt. What makes this exhibit even more fascinating is that these pieces were not brought in from some faraway museum — they were already here, loaned by local residents.

Liz helps us understand what a curator actually does, how exhibits come together, what makes this museum so special, and how anyone — even someone who says, “I’m not really an art person” — can walk in, look around, ask questions, and feel at home.

Because you’re allowed to be new here.

And you just might discover that Myrtle Beach has an art scene you didn’t know we had.

👉 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

00:10 - Intro

00:20 - On This Episode

01:23 - Welcome to Coasting

01:33 - It’s Too Hot

02:20 - Music on Main

03:28 - Fireworks

03:53 - Pelicans Game

04:09 - Myrtle Beach Art Museum

04:29 - Yummy to the Tummy

10:34 - Art Auction

11:15 - Welcome Liz Miller

11:51 - About Liz Miller

12:52 - What is a Curator

13:37 - Get Your Art in the Museum

14:46 - What to Know

15:52 - The Building

18:46 - A Lasting Impression

21:11 - Impressionism

25:40 - Favorite Piece

26:57 - Pointillism

28:18 - Teen Art Program

28:50 - Plan Your Visit

30:35 - Connecting to the Art

31:51 - Kids at the Museum

33:07 - Talking Points

33:54 - Adult Classes

35:27 - Pottery Studio

36:09 - Throwing Day

36:34 - Pottery Sale

38:01 - Events

40:45 - Advertising

41:59 - Volunteer

42:55 - Wrap Up

43:48 - EP 19 Preview

43:58 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Music on Main: https://www.nmb.us/385/Music-on-Main-Concert-Series

Myrtle Beach Pelicans: https://www.mlb.com/milb/myrtle-beach

CK’s Bistro: https://www.cksbistro.com

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

If you've ever pulled up a weather app, watched a hurricane track, or wondered why it's pouring five miles inland while the beach is sunny...this episode is for you.

Andrew Dockery and Jamie Arnold, the trusted meteorologists from WMBF News, climb into the Coasting Convertible to pull back the curtain on the business of weather.

We tackle hurricane season, the biggest misconceptions people have about meteorologists, how AI is changing weather forecasting, and what newcomers to the Grand Strand should know about living in a coastal community.

But if you’re familiar with these two, you know it isn't just about weather. You'll hear stories about Jamie's not-so-secret obsession with snow, Andrew's love of golf and great food, their shared appreciation for a good beverage, and the dynamic that's made them one of the Grand Strand's favorite weather teams.

And as a bonus, just for you . . they’ll share a few impressive meteorological terms to casually drop at your next dinner party...

Forecast?

Funny... with a chance of hurricanes.

👉 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

00:26 - On This Episode

01:23 - Welcome to Coasting

01:36 - Beach Vacationers

02:01 - Thank You Lifeguards

02:34 - Summer Thunderstorms

03:41 - Tornado Watch

05:54 - Storm Memories

10:43 - Weather is a Big Deal

11:26 - A Lasting Impression

12:09 - Welcome Meteorologists

13:22 - Weather Memories

17:24 - What Has Changed

19:31 - Kentucky vs. South Carolina

21:10- Town Pronunciations

22:28 - Generating Trust

25:36 - Confident TV Voice

27:08- Funny Questions

29:32 - Hwy 90 Storms

30:33 - Hardest Area to Forecast

32:24 - Drought

34:20 - Rain Chances

37:22 - Hurricanes

44:43 - Hurricane Preparedness

50:00 - Museum Gift Shop

50:44 - Are You Cirrus

53:55 - Name That Meteorological Term

01:02:48 - What Weather Term Are You

01:04:18 - Viewer Thanks

01:05:46 - MythBusters

01:08:38 - Something Amazing

01:09:54 - Wrap Up

01:10:54 - EP 18 Preview

01:11:05 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Are You Cirrus Podcast: https://www.wmbfnews.com/page/are-you-cirrus/

WMBF Weather: https://www.wmbfnews.com/weather/

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

If the Grand Strand had an official ambassador, the choice would be unanimous: Greg Rowles. For decades, Greg has entertained audiences across the Carolina Coast through music, television, community events, and now the Greg Rowles Legacy Theater, where guests are welcomed not as customers—but as friends gathering in his living room. In this episode Greg shares stories about the parents who inspired him, the music that shaped him, and the journey that led him to become one of the area's most beloved entertainers. We talk about life on stage, life behind the scenes, and the creation of Legacy Theater. We explore what it takes to build a cast that feels like family, why making people feel special matters, and how a lifetime spent in entertainment has taught Greg the true value of connection, gratitude, and joy. Expect laughs, stories, singing! In other words... joy.

👉 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

00:26 - Intro

00:36 - On This Episode

01:26 - Welcome to Coasting

02:05 - Farewell Kyle Busch

04:41 - Music and Memories 

08:47 - Yummy to the Tummy

10:55 - A Lasting Impression

11:32 - Welcome Greg Rowles

13:41 - Early Memory of Music

16:13 - Parents Story

18:56 - When Music Became a Part of You

20:30 - Being Famous

23:06 - Greg Rowles Theater

24:10 - Out of the Spotlight

25:17 - Grand Ole Opry Plaque

26:34 - What Does it Take

29:35 - The Living Room

33:45 - Myrtle Beach Art Museum

34:43 - Name that Tune

36:04 - Instruments Greg Plays

37:00 - Show Musicians

39:14 - Dad’s Advice

40:19 - Backstage Moments

41:36 - Audience Compliments

42:57 - Music Takes You to a Place and Time

43:54 - Live Performance Laugh

47:01 - Favorite Sing-a-long

50:08 - Dad Jokes

51:02 - Greg Rowles Legacy Theater

52:34 - The Life of Greg Rowles

55:19 - Greg Rowles Sings

56:34 - EP 17 Preview

56:51 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Greg Rowles Legacy Theater: https://gregrowleslegacytheatre.com

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

👉 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

00:13 - Intro

00:23 - On This Episode

01:13 - Welcome to Coasting

01:32 - Summer in Myrtle Beach

02:43 - Summer Tips

02:54 - Driving in Myrtle Beach

04:36 - Turtle Manners

06:09 - Keep Our Beaches Clean

07:08 - Check the Mattress

08:28 - Call Celia

09:38 - Yummy to the Tummy

13:59 - Prime Real Estate Time

15:18 - Myrtle Beach Art Museum

16:08 - Growth In the Grand Strand

16:55 - Guest Speakers

18:48 - Misconceptions of Model Homes

19:43 - What’s Included

21:01 - Buyer Questions

22:12 - Down the Rabbit Hole

22:43 - Spec vs. To Be Built

23:59 - Build Time

25:02 - Spec Home Buyers

26:19 - Biggest Misunderstandings

27:00 - Lower Buyer Stress

28:50 - Common Stress Points

33:31 - Everything’s Going Wrong

33:59 - Hot or Honey Sauce

35:03 - Minimize the Surprise

36:13 - Lateral Hazard

37:05 - Best Realtor Qualities

37:58 - Realtors and Builders

39:53 - When to Involve a Realtor

41:36 - Upgrade Regrets

43:38 - When to Slow Down

47:11 - Our Why

49:08 - Buying a Home is Personal

50:35 - EP 16 Preview

50:51 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website: ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Bistro 90: https://bistro90.com/

Pulte Homes: https://www.pulte.com/homes/south-carolina/myrtle-beach

Great Southern Homes: https://www.greatsouthernhomes.com/communities/myrtle-beach

Cherry Grove Cookie Co: https://cherrygrovecookieco.com

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

00:00 - Episode Preview

00:18 - Intro

00:27 - On This Episode

01:06 - Welcome to Coasting

01:28 - What's a Chanticleer?

02:42 - Conway's Reputation

03:37 - Favorite Gems

07:37 - Lateral Hazard

08:41 - Conway Administrator

11:44 - How Big is Conway

12:55 - When the Shift Started

16:06 - Vacancy Rate

16:37 - Planning for Growth

17:37 - City of Halloween

20:48 - How Big is Halloween

22:41 - Conway Has It's Own Identity

23:31- Coastal Carolina

24:14 - Wall Murals

25:38 - Other Holidays

27:26 - Porchfest

28:34 - Always Something Going On

29:39 - Downtown Business Growth

31:03 - Advertising

33:00 - Conway Mayor

33:30 - Planning

35:57 - Growth of Conway

36:14 - What Was Conway Built On?

37:42 - Ferry Crossing

39:02 - Resident Buy-in

39:59 - Great Way to Make Friends

40:16 - Awards

41:30 - A Lasting Impression

42:16 - Future of Conway

43:40 - Phase 1

44:56 - Boutique Hotel

45:33 - Infrastructure

48:46 - Conway's Tricentennial

49:44 - Proud of Conway

54:12 - EP 15 Preview

54:30 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Theater of the Republic: www.theatreoftherepublic.com

Conway Glass: www.conwayglass.com

Cherry Grove Cookie Co: https://cherrygrovecookieco.com

Podcast Website : ⁠http://www.coastingpodcast.com

Some stories are too important to forget.

In this episode of Coasting, we sit down with architect Jessica Wise and retired Air Force Colonel Buddy Styers to explore the story behind the new Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Myrtle Beach — and why it matters so deeply to this community.

For Colonel Styers, this isn’t just history. It’s personal.

He shares memories of growing up here in Myrtle Beach — playing baseball with friends who would later go off to Vietnam… and never come home.

Those stories are part of what makes this memorial different.

We also talk about how a space like this is designed — not just as a structure, but as a place for reflection, connection, and remembrance. From the symbolism behind its elements to the voices that helped shape it, this is a project built with intention.

Because remembering isn’t just about the past… it’s about making sure those stories are never forgotten.

Short Version (Spotify / Apple)

Some stories are too important to forget.

In this episode of Coasting, architect Jessica Wise and retired Colonel Buddy Styers share the story behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Myrtle Beach — and why it’s a deeply personal tribute to those who never came 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

00:19 - Intro

00:30 - On this Episode

01:28 - Welcome to Coasting

01:51 - Atlantic Beach Bike Week

03:50 - Military Appreciation Week

04:28 - Veteran Owned Restaurants

10:22 - Lateral Hazard

11:28 - Meet the Guests

13:49 - Old Myrtle Beach Air Force Base

14:55 - Community Relationships

15:57 - Base Closure

17:16 - Fallen Soldiers

20:45 - When the Base Closed

23:38 - Developing The Market Common

26:52 - Base Markers

29:30 - Including Memories in the Design

31:29 - Sharing Stories

32:21 - Building the Memorial

33:24 - The Design

40:15 - Welcome Home

42:48 - Emotions

44:30 - Thank you

45:47 - War Bird Park not Finished

46:28 - A Lasting Impression

47:14 - Why We Should Remember

48:44 - Personal Importance

51:17 - Volunteer to Help

53:23 - Message to the Community

53:54 - The Area Today

55:09 - Episode 14 Preview

55:27 - Closing Credits

Important Links:

Real Estate Website : ⁠http://www.bytheseashorerealty.com/ ⁠

Myrtle Beach Art Museum: ⁠http://www.myrtlebeachartmuseum.org/ ⁠

Veterans Cafe and Museum : https://vwhrc.org

Liberty Brew Coffee: http://www.libertybrewcoffee.com

Cherry Grove Cookie Co: https://cherrygrovecookieco.com

Warbird Park : https://warbirdpark.com/

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