Georgetown the Podcast. Including SC Hammock Coast.

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...]

Georgetown, SC, is more than just a stop on Highway 17—it is a resilient "hidden gem" of the South with a story reaching back centuries. In this episode, host Scott Richards of the South Carolina Maritime Museum sits down with 7th-generation South Carolinian and local historian Paige Sawyer. Paige discusses Georgetown’s evolution from a powerhouse 20th-century mill town to a … [Read more...]

Join host Scott Richards for a festive and inspiring conversation with Bob Willey, President of the Friends of The Georgetown Library. They discuss the highly anticipated 23rd Annual Yuletide Home Tour (December 13, 2025), a crucial fundraiser directly supporting the Library's life-changing Children's Reading Program. But the conversation goes beyond the beautiful homes! Bob … [Read more...]

Charleston gets the attention, but did you know just up the road lies the third oldest seaport in South Carolina? Dating back to 1732, Georgetown, SC, is steeped in history... and restless spirits. Host Scott Richards sits down with Elizabeth Huntsinger, the expert behind Ghosts of Georgetown Lantern Tours, who insists the area's deep history is powerfully connected to its … [Read more...]

Discover the remarkable story behind Brookgreen Gardens, a place born from an incredible journey. In this episode, we're joined by Lauren Joseph, VP of Marketing at Brookgreen Gardens, to reveal how founders Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington came to call South Carolina home and how their passion blossomed into the breathtaking 9,000-acre property we know today. We'll … [Read more...]