Episodes

  • 9: Aboard The Spirit of Lake Murray with Captain Rick Crout

    9: Aboard The Spirit of Lake Murray with Captain Rick Crout
    Jun 14 2024
    The Spirit of Lake Murray is a charter yacht that offers tours and can be rented out for weddings and birthday parties. Captain Rick Crout, one of the co-owners of the Spirit, joins Kelly on today’s episode to talk about the different charters you can take, such as sunset cruises, watching the Purple Martins and renting out the ship for different events.

    The Spirit of Lake Murray
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    16 mins
  • 8: Bird is the Word with John Tjaarda

    8: Bird is the Word with John Tjaarda
    May 14 2024
    Joining Kelly on today’s episode of Explore Lake Murray Country, local birder John Tjaarda talks about how he became a “bird nerd”. He also gives the scoop on the different bird species you can find in Capital City/Lake Murray Country, his favorite bird species and the different bird walks he hosts.

    Content Warning: Towards the end of this episode, our guest John Tjaarda discusses his profession at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, which includes information pertaining to mental health and suicide. The discussion starts at the 23:31 time mark in the episode. If this information is triggering for you we recommend turning off the episode. If you or a loved one struggles with suicide, you don’t need to go through it alone. Please go to https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/ or https://afsp.org/chapter/south-carolina

    Follow John Tjaarda on Instagram
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    31 mins
  • 7: Turn Up The Heat at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown

    7: Turn Up The Heat at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown
    Apr 12 2024
    Today on Explore Lake Murray Country, Kelly is joined by Chef Brian Duffy and Olympian Mark Henry, who are celebrity judges at the Southeastern BBQ Showdown in Columbia, SC. Chef Duffy, known for his appearances on Food Network and Spike TV’s Bar Rescue, shares his background, how he met co-judge Mark Henry and the secrets to a perfect plate of barbecue. Later in the show, Mark Henry, an Olympic weightlifter and former wrestler, talks about his journey into weightlifting and cooking, and reveals his favorite barbecue dish.

    Learn More About The Southeastern BBQ Showdown
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    46 mins
  • 6: Party With A Purpose at Taste of Lake Murray

    6: Party With A Purpose at Taste of Lake Murray
    Mar 5 2024
    In Episode 6, Vickie Davis, Senior VP of Special Events & Funding at Capital City/Lake Murray Country, joins Kelly to give a rundown and history of the annual Taste of Lake Murray fundraiser for the 4th of July Celebration on Lake Murray. Tune in to learn about Vickie’s background, her involvement in the fundraiser, and the sentiment of these events to our local community and the village of volunteers it takes to put on the event.

    Taste of Lake Murray
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    20 mins
  • 5: Make Waves with Palmetto Outdoor

    5: Make Waves with Palmetto Outdoor
    Feb 16 2024
    Located in West Columbia, Palmetto Outdoor offers tubing and kayaking experiences across the Lake Murray Country region. Owner Micahel Mayo sits down with Kelly to talk about why he started his company and his passionate mission to get people outside in nature. Michael also talks about the different tours that he offers and what to expect when you book a trip with Palmetto Outdoor.

    Palmetto Outdoor
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    36 mins
  • 4: Paint The Town With Artist, Michael Geddings

    4: Paint The Town With Artist, Michael Geddings
    Jan 5 2024
    In Episode 4 of Explore Lake Murray Country, Kelly sits down with Michael Geddings, a local mural and portrait artist in the area. Tune in to hear about Michael’s history with art and what its creation means to him. Michael also details his process when creating murals and portraits as well as his involvement in the colorful Cayce Arts District.

    Where to see Michael's work:

    • "Paint the Town" The Cayce Chameleon - Cayce River Arts District (Start your journey at the "Art lot"1908 State St, Cayce, SC 29033)
    • "Sojourner" - Piecewise Coffee (2001 State Street | Cayce, SC 29033)
    • 8, Murals at the SC Military Museum (1 National Guard Road | Columbia, SC 29201)
    • 50+, murals for Richland County School District 2 (& many other schools)
    • "For the Love of Art & Music" works on display at Gallery 537 (537 E Dekalb Street | Camden, SC)

    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    40 mins
  • 3: Take A Walk on the Wild Side at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

    3: Take A Walk on the Wild Side at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
    Dec 13 2023
    Open to the public since 1974, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is one of the top attractions in South Carolina with a wide variety of animals in its care. Tommy Stringfellow, the president and CEO of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, joins Kelly on this episode to give a rundown of everything you can experience at Riverbanks. Tommy also talks about the new "Wild Lights" experience at the Zoo this winter, where you can discover nearly 60 larger-than-life handcrafted lanterns inspired by nature.

    Learn more at: riverbanks.org/events/wild-lights
    Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    58 mins
  • 2: Experiencing Nature in Congaree National Park

    2: Experiencing Nature in Congaree National Park
    Nov 14 2023
    Jon Manchester is the Chief of Visitor Services at Congaree National Park, a hidden gem in South Carolina, and he joins Kelly on today’s episode. Tune in for a look at the history of Congaree that dates back to way before the park's establishment. Jon also details the various attractions and events offered at the park, like the firefly synchronization, and shares some valuable advice for potential visitors.

    Congaree National Park
    Capital City/Lake Murray Country

    Explore Lake Murray Country is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Kelly Hughes and produced by the team at Relic.

    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@relicagency.com.
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    41 mins