Georgetown the Podcast. Including SC Hammock Coast.

Georgetown County is experiencing a remarkable era of growth, turning its rich history into a blank canvas for economic and cultural redevelopment. In this episode, host Scott Richards sits down with Catherine Dixon from the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce to discuss the dynamic initiatives driving this local transformation. From the uncommercialized charm of Pawleys … [Read more...]

Step inside the historic Maritime Museum on Front Street for an inspiring look at the massive transformation coming to Georgetown, South Carolina! Host Scott Richards sits down with Beth Stedman, President and CEO of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce, to map out a historic local renaissance. Georgetown is on the edge of a once-in-a-lifetime economic boom as major … [Read more...]

Host Scott Richards sits down with prominent local History Consultant Lee Brockington of Storehouse Tours. Together, they track Georgetown's journey from a vital colonial supply port to its industrial peak at the turn of the 20th century. From Revolutionary Roots to Rising Empires As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Lee explores Georgetown’s critical role in the … [Read more...]

Host Scott Richards sits down for a fascinating look into Lowcountry history with George Chastain, the Executive Director of Hobcaw Barony. Spanning 16,000 acres in Georgetown, South Carolina, Hobcaw Barony is a completely unique research reserve that preserves a rich tapestry of ecological and cultural history. Listen or watch to find out the fascinating story of how Hobcaw … [Read more...]

Host Scott Richards sits down with Ayla Dyer, the Workforce Development Director at the Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments (WRCOG). While WRCOG serves the regional governments of Horry, Georgetown, and Williamsburg Counties, it operates as a singular, independent organization providing a massive range of essential services—from aging and transportation to planning and … [Read more...]

Host Scott Richards visits the SC Maritime Museum in Georgetown for an impactful conversation with Mark Bayer, Executive Director of PFLAG Pawleys Island. A Lowcountry native, Mark reflects on the evolution of Pawleys Island and Georgetown—from a quiet community of empty woods to a thriving coastal destination that still manages to hold onto its historic roots. PFLAG Pawleys … [Read more...]

Host Scott Richards sits down with Foy Ford, the dedicated Theater Manager of the Swamp Fox Players, for a deep dive into the heartbeat of Georgetown’s arts scene. Recorded at the South Carolina Maritime Museum, this episode explores the fascinating evolution of The Strand Theater. Originally built in 1941 as a cinema, the building sat vacant through the 1970s before being … [Read more...]

In this episode, host Scott Richards explores the rich maritime history of Georgetown, South Carolina, with Hope McFaddin, Executive Director of the South Carolina Maritime Museum. The conversation opens with a look at Georgetown’s transformative journey—once a powerhouse commercial port that drove the Southeast's economy, the city is now transitioning as the industrial port … [Read more...]

Experience the revitalization of historic Front Street as Al Joseph, Main Street Director for the City of Georgetown, joins host Scott Richards at the South Carolina Maritime Museum. Discover how this charming coastal destination has transformed its business district, slashing empty storefronts from 25 down to just two in only five years. From the massive Georgetown Wooden … [Read more...]

Join host Scott Richards at the South Carolina Maritime Museum for a deep dive into the past, present, and future of Georgetown, SC. In this episode, Scott sits down with Kevin Jayroe, owner of Swamp Fox Tours and a local whose family roots stretch back to the 1740s. Living in a historic 1739 period home, Kevin shares his unique perspective as both a preservation-focused … [Read more...]