Hilton Head Islandcast

The weather is going to start warming up soon, and that means that our beaches are going to fill up. At this point in the year, whether you live in the snowy North or are a Hilton Head native, we're all ready to head back to the beach. So, in the spirit of inching us a little bit closer to that summer sun, we've invited Mike Wagner of Shore Services to join our conversation. Mike offers us some great tips on how to enjoy the beach safely, and how to not get in to too much trouble. We talk about everything from bringing your pet dog (or monkey) to making smores to jellyfish stings to running in slow motion. We realize minisodes are supposed to be shorter, but this conversation was so great we didn't want you to miss a thing. So, grab some sunscreen, give it a listen, comment below, send Mandy an email (mandy@hiltonheadislandcast.com), and don't forget to subscribe and review!

Today Mandy got the opportunity to listen to one of the most musically connected locals talk about his Hilton Head story. Jevon arrived on the Hilton Head scene at 10 years old in the 80’s and has been a Lowcountry staple ever since. He talks about growing up in Hilton Head, his influences, family and more. Jevon plays with LowCountry Boil, Silicone Sister, Unicorn Meat, Shakey Bones, Jo Jo Squirrell and more, and in his own words he has “waited a long time to be a big fish in a really small pond”. Enjoy his wit and local wisdom as he keeps Mandy on her toes in this episode of the IslandCast.

Don’t let vacation interrupt your exercise program! This episode Mandy chats with Laura Fromdahl, MSPT, a Physical Therapist at Drayer Physical Therapy , USA Triathlon Coach and Owner of Tri Strong Coaching, to get some great insight on how Hilton Head is the ideal vacation destination for the active family. Laura offers tips and contacts for making the most of everything this island has to offer in terms of an active vacation. Find out the best places to swim, bike, run, and more in this episode! After that, the local psychedelic, alternative group, Näytiv paid us a visit and played two incredible songs for us, Hypnotize Me and Reflection. Mandy chatted with a few of the Näytiv members about their inspirations, upcoming appearances, and what they love most about Hilton Head Island.

It's the season of joy, hope, and generosity. So in the spirit of Christmas, we have a present for you, our Islandcast listeners... our very first minisode! Ok, so we know that you're thinking that "minisode" is not a word. And you would be right. But it's just the way we do things around here... just like wearing flip-flops to Christmas Eve service. In our first ever minisode of the Hilton Head Islandcast, Mandy and Chris share their Top 5 things to do during the winter here on Hilton Head. We touch on golf, Christmas lights, the beach, and food of course! Plus, we give you a few hints that only the locals know about. So, grab some eggnog, give it a listen, comment below, send Mandy an email (mandy@hiltonheadislandcast.com), and don't forget to subscribe!

Many years ago, on Dove Street , in the North Forest Beach area of Hilton Head a family began to decorate their home with lights to celebrate the birth of a child around the holidays. Then the neighbors joined in…and soon, Hilton Head had its own tastefully tacky light display that drew locals and visitors alike, year after year, to see the lights. This event has become very charitable, with multiple benefactors. Ultimately outgrowing the tiny street, the display was moved to the Shelter Cove Towne Centre where it resides today. Mandy got the opportunity to chat with those involved in this wonderful local tradition, speaking with Roni Allbritton, the General Manager of the Shelter Cove Towne Centre and with Denise Spencer, who is the President and CEO of the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, a beneficiary of the event. We can’t wait for you to hear what they had to say about this magical tradition. On top of these wonderful guests, powerful female duo, Megan and Amy, of The Small Talks chat with

Mandy sits down with Amanda Walton and John Cranford to discuss the recovery efforts after Hurricane Matthew. Plus, Cranford Hallow previews two songs from their upcoming release Color/Sound/Renew/Revive

Top five things to do on Hilton Head Island, and music from Nick Poulin of Pretty Darn

Biking on Hilton Head Island, and music from Whitley Deputy

Day Tripping while staying on Hilton Head Island, and music from Lowcountry Jam