Dewey Raw

Hey Crew,

We are officially diving headfirst into the thick of summer here on the Delaware shore, and the chaos is beautifully right on schedule!

Here is what we covered on the deck this week:

* The Bull Run Strategy: Izzy is back behind the lens this year. Because she’s on the shorter side, Todd gave her some veteran advice: lead with the camera and slither through the crowd. They are mapping out an epic drone transition video to showcase the new pavilion compared to last year’s event.

* The Lineup is Set: It is officially confirmed—the twins are running it back as the bull, and Gibby is donning the shark suit once again. Plus, look out for the “Babador” (our resident matador), who is getting a custom Starboard-logoed costume made for his performance.

* Local Drama & Bowling Leagues: Izzy shared a hilarious (and slightly chaotic) story about a verbal disagreement at Cork that spilled over to Gary’s on Memorial Day weekend. Long story short: her boyfriend, Stone, ended up getting slandered in a local bowling league group chat despite doing absolutely nothing.

* The “Realistic” Dewey Date Night: Todd mapped out what a true, unfiltered day in Dewey looks like—waking up on Carolina Street with a dead phone, downing a Cold Brew Island at Dewey Post, getting sunburnt on the beach, hitting Claw for sunset spritzes, and ending up at Raw for espresso martinis.

* World Cup Fever & Ranch Obsessions: Meg Laird popped on to recap the insane energy from the World Cup games. The crowd was completely packed out thanks to the Juneteenth holiday. We also touched on Starboard’s iconic homemade ranch sauce, which is now officially being sold to go!

* Love is in the Air: Huge congratulations to Dylan (Starbaord) and Lucas (Claw) on their recent beach engagement! The Starboard family keeps on growing.

Looking Ahead: Next week, we will be in the absolute thick of it. Remember, the actual bull run only pauses highway traffic for about three minutes tops—it’s a quick, safe tradition, but maybe avoid driving right through the center of town at 2:00 PM next week if you’re in a rush!

Until next time: Don’t be that guy. Tip your bartenders, be nice to the waitstaff, and put your Zyns in the trash!

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Hey Crew,

If you think a regular weekend at The Starboard is wild, you aren’t ready for Running of the Bull. In this episode of Dewey Raw, we’re bringing you on-the-ground journalism straight from the dining room as the staff prepares for the most beautifully chaotic sprint of the summer.

We catch up with Raya, who has been grinding here since she was 14. She’s officially trying to hand off her Jell-O shot crown to the newbies this year to try serving instead—though her self-proclaimed “scientific” mixing method involving way too much vodka might be hard to replicate.

Later, Jules steps away from her big-girl physical therapy job to join the roundtable with Brandy and Olivia. We dive deep into the ultimate “Shot Girl Psychology” (including how a little harmless ego-bruising actually gets the boys from Ocean City to buy more shots) and share the hilarious reality of being part of the blonde Starboard faction, where customers constantly mistake everyone for the same person.

Inside this episode:

* Marathon vs. Sprint: Why Running of the Bull requires a completely different survival strategy than Opening Weekend (hydrate, use the buddy system, and eat those Uncrustables!).

* The New Pavilion Setup: The burning question on everyone’s mind regarding the new stage.

* Server Anonymity: Why no one ever remembers their server’s name at a table of ten (and how the staff handles it).

* The Microphone Rule: If “Teenage Dirtbag” comes on, you better hand over the mic.

Grab an Orange Crush, hit play, and get ready for the madness.

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Summer is officially in full swing, and things are getting wonderfully weird on the lower deck. Armed with a single microphone and a dream, Todd hits the bar to test the staff’s local knowledge on the upcoming (and highly controversial) 29th Anniversary of the Running of the Bull. Is it “bull” or “bulls”? Do we chase it, or does it chase us? The answers are about as steady as a Saturday afternoon at The Starboard.

Later in the episode, the spotlight turns to our favorite returning local, Emily Barton. Fresh off a stint working the catamarans in Hawaii, Emily joins the pod to talk about murky diving missions, the mysterious forbidden island of Ni’ihau, and why Dewey Beach oceans hit just a little different.

Grab a chilled Hornitos or a Fresh Crush, and lean into the chaos.

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The weather outside for Memorial Day Weekend might have been a rainy, gross mess, but we have a golden rule around here: it never rains inside the bar. Armed with some Starboard merch—making certain hosts look exactly like a “camo Jawa”—we braved the elements and took the microphones straight into the wild madness of the Dewey Beach Country Club.

Inside This Episode:

* The “Caterday” Kickoff: Starting the day with Cat at the VIP bar, talking French 75s, beer shooters, and absolute mayhem.

* The “Fart” Podcast?: Todd attempts to rename the show while diving into a deeply intellectual debate about public flatulence and gastrointestinal health. (Yes, really).

* Pushing Limits: Why getting yelled at by bar staff won’t stop us from creating “art” and bringing you the real, unedited sounds of the shore.

* The Myth, The Legend, Renee: We track down the elusive Renee, who claims it’s her “first time here from Pennsylvania” (wink, wink), while rocking nostalgic 1987 Motley Crüe hoop earrings and dodging the camera at all costs.

“If you’re not pushing any limits, you’re not experiencing life, you’re not creating art, you’re not doing all of the things that are important. And that’s where all the good times come from.”

We’re keeping the energy alive no matter what the forecast says. Pour yourself a drink, stay off the drugs, and listen to the full, unfiltered audio of the biggest little party town on the Delaware shore.

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It’s a Caturday at The Starboard, and things are getting wonderfully off the rails. In this milestone episode of Dewey Raw, we are looking back at a full decade of documenting the beautiful madness of Dewey Beach.

By total cosmic coincidence, we ran into Pat (aka “Chris”), a guy I interviewed almost ten years ago during opening weekend when he was just a young, voice-lost degenerate. Now 32 and a professional, Pat stops by the bar to get a major confession off his chest: an official apology to the owners of the Bottle & Cork for a legendary wall-scaling escape back in his wilder days. We also dive into why he’s happily cutting his potential future father-in-law’s grass, despite the hangovers.

Plus, we talk about the massive weekend ahead. Our longtime friend and powerhouse singer-songwriter Joey Harkum is kicking off his East Coast summer tour right here at The Starboard next Friday, May 15th, with a full band. We discuss why original music is such a rare, vital gem in a town dominated by cover bands, and why this show is going to be an absolute, Jameson-and-Grand-Marnier-fueled rager.

Grab a drink, listen in, and happy 10-year anniversary to the Dewey Raw family!

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In this episode of Dewey Raw, things get a little chaotic as we welcome a long-time friend and industry veteran, Dan Ryan, to the mic. Dan has built a career working for some of the most iconic brands in the outdoor and beverage space—including Dogfish Head, Yeti, and Turtle Box.

Now, he’s taking all that experience in beer and BBQ marketing to launch his own venture: BevWedge. We dive deep into:

* The “Science” of the Jockey Box: Why Dan decided to solve the problem of drilling holes into expensive coolers.

* Mobile Draft Solutions: How BevWedge turns a standard Yeti into a professional-grade tap system for anything from craft beer to cocktails.

* Industry Insiders: Dan shares stories from his time managing marketing for Yeti’s BBQ niche and how professional “pitmasters” influence the gear in your backyard.

Whether you’re a “weekend warrior” looking to have the best setup on the block or just curious about the origin of the term “jockey box,” this episode is a masterclass in turning a passion for the craft into a business.

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We’re back at the Starboard for another chaotic shift, and this time, the “Caturday” vibes are hitting a little differently. Between navigating “Daddy Daycare” texts and dodging ice cubes, we managed to get the lowdown on some local legends and deep-dive into the survival instincts of our favorite bartenders.

In this episode, we’re talking milestones, nicknames, and zombie survival:

* The Quarter One Lookback: Kat and Todd reminisce about their favorite “Caturday” moments so far, including the time they “tricked” Mark Turgeon into a podcast appearance.

* The Legend of “Boobie”: We finally get the answer to the building’s biggest mystery. Andrew “Boobie” Miles reveals how a freshman-year baseball lift and a Friday Night Lights reference stuck for six years.

* Long Neck on the Road: We meet Joanne and Dee, Long Neck locals who’ve been coming to the Starboard since before they were legal (don’t tell anyone). We’re even planning a “Caturday on the Road” to Paradise Grill.

* Zombie Survival 101: Lauren and Todd debate who would survive a desolate island scenario. The verdict? Resourcefulness, a roll of quarters, and a very debatable discussion on which part of a human is a “delicacy”.

We’re wrapping up the Q1 stretch with big news about the Turgeon family moving to Kansas and a promise to “Keep it Positive” as we head toward May beach days and sunrise sand sessions.

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Alright, we’re back, and things are officially getting chaotic. This week, we’re shooting out of order because we’ve got Izzy taking over the “man on the street” interviews. She claimed she needed some liquid courage to get through it, but after chugging some fries, she was ready to grill the regulars.

We’re diving deep into the “Pretty Pavilion” (alliteration intended) and checking in with Meg, who is back from maternity leave and navigating the world of “Daddy Daycare” and 98-inch TVs. Plus, we’ve got a birthday boy from Philly who’s celebrating his 46th—and apparently, he and Todd are now best friends because they share an April birthday.

In this episode, we’re talking vibes, filming folks, and the “Hair Flip”:

* The Philly Connection: Why everyone from Philly thinks the city sucks but still yells “Go Birds,” and the unfortunate reality of leaving your car windows intact.

* The Pavilion Breakdown: Is it a pavilion? Does it have heaters? Yes to all, plus enough seating to replace eight parking spots with 100-some people.

* Professionalism (or the illusion of it): Todd explains why he wears the “videographer uniform” (all black/gray) to blend in, while Izzy insists on rocking hot pink and nautical stripes.

* The Hair Flip Technique: Todd reveals his secret editing trick—waiting for that natural “hair flip” to get the most authentic shot of the Starboard crowd.

* Masters Withdrawal: Dougie and Xander recap their time in Augusta with Monty,

We’re wrapping up with a new mantra for Summer 2026. We’re moving past “Don’t be that guy” and heading straight into “Keep it Positive 2026”.

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Alright, look—we had a little “one microphone” situation at the Starbird, but in true Dewey Beach fashion, we adapted, overcame, and probably made it weirder than intended. Welcome to the first-ever Dewey Raw ASMR experience.

I’m hanging out behind the bar with Cat Monte (who may or may not be related to the owner, depending on if she needs to “pull a card” that day). We’re getting into the “brain-scratching” goodness of ASMR—perfect for all us “spicy brain” ADHD folks out there.

In this episode, we’re checking out the brand-new Pavilion (do NOT call it a tent, we paid too much for that name upgrade) and meeting the freshest manager on the block, Brie, who is tackling her restaurant job with the kind of “what could go wrong?” energy we love.

In this episode, we’re clinking, drinking, and overthinking:

* The Sounds of the Starboard: Crackin’ Natties, squeezing fresh juice, and the satisfying hiss of soda water.

* Personality Hires: We dive into the “Sarah from Texas” vibes—because every team needs a morale booster who’s better on the bench than the floor.

* Dewey Life: Why our service industry is just nicer (mostly because of the regulars), plus the “Caturday” campaign to keep Cat on the main bar.

* Life Lessons: Why “Taco Cat” is the ultimate palindrome and why Meg August thinks the world is your oyster if you’re a taco.

We’re heading into the countdown to the season, so grab a Natty Light shooter and get your ears ready. It’s chaotic, it’s juicy, and it’s definitely going viral... or at least breaking the internet in Dewey.

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If you thought the Dewey Beach energy cooled off for Bingo Night, you’ve clearly never met a Raw Dog. In this episode of Dewey Raw, Todd and Meg are live from the bar, proving that a “quiet” Thursday involves family therapy, accidental influencing, and at least one person washing their hands for exactly 30 seconds.

In this “Need to Know” Edition:

* The Identity Crisis: Todd reveals his legal name is actually David, though Izzy insists he’s “more of a Todd”—mostly because her own father shares the name.

* Youngest Child Syndrome: Todd shares a traumatic childhood memory involving a box of Wheaties and parents who forgot which son liked which cereal.

* The “Raw Dog” Fandom: Meg’s brother officially coins the term for our listeners. If you’re reading this, congratulations: You’re a Raw Dog now.

* The Miracle of Life: We celebrate the off-season’s biggest project—Meg “birthing a baby”—and discuss the terrifying reality that 14-year-olds officially know everything.

* The 5th Food Group: Why Megs’s diet currently consists of Mexican, Italian, Sushi, and... Turkey?

Coming Up: We’re counting down to Memorial Day, gearing up for Derby Day, and potentially launching a live studio audience for Comedy Night.

Subscribe to stay Raw. Just don’t ask Todd how to pronounce his last name.

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