The Inner Coastal Podcast

Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and The Sea Islands in South Carolina
  • 5.0 (14)
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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.

  1. 6d ago

    149: Lowcountry Mex with Pedro Solorio of El Don Mexican Grill & PS Restaurant Group on Birria, Family, and Beaufort

    Beaufort, SC restaurant owner Pedro Solorio of El Don Mexican Grill & Cantina shares how washing dishes beside his dad became a family of Lowcountry restaurants. Daquan sits down with Pedro Solorio, owner of El Don Mexican Grill & Cantina and the PS Restaurant Group, which also includes Rancho Grande, Maria’s Mexican Kitchen, and Pedro’s Tacos. Pedro moved to Beaufort from Mexico as a kid, not speaking a word of English. He found his first friends on the soccer field and spent afternoons at La Hacienda, where his dad worked as a server, until he was old enough to start washing dishes there. After high school he came close to joining the Marines, but his mom asked him to give the family’s struggling Lady’s Island restaurant one year. He worked seven days a week to turn it around. Pedro talks about what he calls “Lowcountry Mex” and why it’s different from Tex-Mex, why birria has become one of his most popular dishes, and the new items coming to El Don, including birria ramen. He also explains why his restaurants offer a free meal to Marine graduates and discounts for military, veterans, and first responders, and why he thinks giving back doesn’t need to be advertised. Asked what he wants every guest to feel when they walk in, his answer is one word: home. ⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠. Chapters00:00 – Welcome and meet Pedro Solorio00:40 – What it’s like owning a business in Beaufort01:59 – Moving from Mexico and growing up in Beaufort04:13 – From his dad’s side at La Hacienda to washing dishes06:18 – Almost a Marine: turning around Rancho Grande on Lady’s Island10:01 – Running multiple restaurants11:40 – Hispanic heritage in Beaufort and how food connects people13:29 – Family recipes, tamales, and “Lowcountry Mex”21:27 – Watching Beaufort grow23:38 – What to order at El Don, and the rise of birria29:29 – One word: home32:45 – Free meals for Marine graduates and giving back36:53 – What’s next for El Don42:16 – Why Beaufort feels like home Find Pedro’s restaurantsEl Don Mexican Grill & Cantina, Rancho Grande Mexican Restaurant, and Maria’s Mexican Kitchen are open seven days a week, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Military, veterans, and first responders: ask about your discount. Follow Visit BeaufortInstagram: @visit_beaufortsc | Facebook: @BeaufortSC

  2. Oct 14

    148: Play Like A Girl — Miss Beaufort Kirsten Ansley Stone on Roots, Crowns, and Confidence

    Beaufort native Kirsten Ansley Stone, Miss Coastal Islands and founder of Play Like A Girl, joins Daquan to talk about hometown pride, pageants and empowering young female athletes in the Lowcountry. Kirsten shares what it meant to revive the Miss Beaufort title after nearly 30 years and take her hometown to the Miss South Carolina stage. She also talks about how Play Like A Girl brought more than 200 girls together for a day of sports with Beaufort Parks & Rec. Plus, her perfect Beaufort day: a smoothie at Well House Juicery and an afternoon at Hunting Island. 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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    148: Play Like A Girl — Miss Beaufort Kirsten Ansley Stone on Roots, Crowns, and Confidence

  3. Jul 29

    147: Toss the Tiles — Ty Reichel & Ziggy Poplin Bring Mahjong South to Beaufort

    Daquan sits down with Ty Reichel and Ziggy Poplin, founders of Mahjong South, Beaufort's newest social gaming venture. What started as two empty nesters gathering friends around a mahjong table has turned into a growing community bringing lessons, open play, and events to the Lowcountry. Ty and Ziggy share how Mahjong South came together, why the game is having a moment across the South, and how newcomers and longtime locals alike can pull up a seat. ⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    147: Toss the Tiles — Ty Reichel & Ziggy Poplin Bring Mahjong South to Beaufort

  4. Jul 1

    146: Forty Years of Lowcountry Military History with Dr. Stephen Wise

    Daquan sits down with Dr. Stephen Wise, the longtime director of the Parris Island Museum and Cultural Resources Manager for Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, to explore four decades of uncovering the military history buried deep in the Lowcountry. From Civil War earthworks to the birth of Marine Corps training on Parris Island, Steve shares what 40+ years of scholarship has taught him about why Beaufort is one of the most historically significant places in America — and what he wants future generations to know about it. ⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    146: Forty Years of Lowcountry Military History with Dr. Stephen Wise

  5. Jun 10

    145: 250 Years in the Making — Beaufort's Story with Richard Thomas

    Daquan sits down with Richard Thomas, Chairman of Beaufort County 250, to talk about one of the most significant anniversary celebrations in American history — and why Beaufort is at the center of it. From the town's role in the events leading up to the American Revolution to the year of commemorations happening right here in the Lowcountry, Richard shares the history, the mission behind Beaufort 250, and why this moment matters far beyond South Carolina. ⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    145: 250 Years in the Making — Beaufort's Story with Richard Thomas

  6. Jun 3

    144: Built to Last — Inside The Foundry with Abe Stem

    Daquan sits down with Abe Stem, Owner and Head Instructor of The Foundry Fighting & Fitness, to talk about more than two decades of building Beaufort's go-to gym for martial arts, gymnastics, and fitness. From training Marines and law enforcement to coaching the next generation of kids on the mats, Abe shares the story behind The Foundry, the role fitness plays in our community, and the Beaufort spots he sends every active visitor to. ⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    144: Built to Last — Inside The Foundry with Abe Stem

  7. May 27

    143: Behind the Welcome Desk with Jenny Townsend

    Daquan sits down with Jenny Townsend, Visitor Center Assistant at Visit Beaufort, to talk about life behind the welcome desk — the stories travelers share, the questions she gets every day, and the insider tips she hands to first-timers exploring Beaufort, Port Royal, and the Sea Islands. ⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    143: Behind the Welcome Desk with Jenny Townsend

  8. Apr 29

    142: The Magic of the 'Slow Country' and Preservation With Adam Stoker

    In this episode, host Daquan Mickens sits down with marketing expert and Brand Revolt founder Adam Stoker to discuss why Beaufort, South Carolina, remains one of the most authentic destinations in the country. Adam shares his perspective as a frequent visitor and destination specialist, exploring why the absence of chain restaurants, the stunning variety of 200-year-old architecture, and the "walkable history" of downtown create a magical atmosphere that can't be replicated. They dive into the importance of preservation, the peace found in a long walk under Spanish moss, and why—in an increasingly fast-paced world—Beaufort’s commitment to slowing down is its greatest strength. ⁠⁠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 Brand Revolt. 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@thebrandrevolt.com⁠.

    142: The Magic of the 'Slow Country' and Preservation With Adam Stoker
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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.

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  • Creator
    Visit Beaufort, Port Royal and The Sea Islands in South Carolina
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    149
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2027
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    The Inner Coastal Podcast

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