Pine Island Experience

Pine Island Experience


Latest Episodes

S3E24 – Rob Wells: Tarpon Lodge and Restaurant & Cabbage Key Inn and Restaurant
October 17, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Rob Wells, who grew up surrounded by the beauty of Pine Island Sound. His familys story began in 1976 when his parents purchased Cabbage Key, creating a one-of-a-

S3E23 Nancy R Koucky, Artist: NRK Designs
October 10, 2025

Creativity isnt just for artworkits a powerful tool for business, too. This week, we sit down with Nancy Koucky of NRK Designs, who shares how her artistic roots shape her graphic design work

S3E22 Nancy Cote, Executive Director: Beacon of Hope Pine Island
September 19, 2025

Welcome to the Pine Island Experience Podcast, where we celebrate the people, places, and spirit that make our island community so special. Today, were shining a light on the Beacon of Hope. Sinc

S3E21 Madison Morris: Guitarist, Singer & Songwriter
August 29, 2025

Madison Morris is on fire from being a two-time Grammy-submitted singer-songwriter to his currently nominated song Hard Rain, up for a Josie Award for Americana Song of the Year. On the latest e

S3E20 – Tami Sager: The Eagle’s Nest Restaurant
August 22, 2025

In just a short time, Tami Sager and Yovan Santiesteban have transformed The Eagles Nest into one of Pine Islands most exciting destinations serving up incredible food, refreshing drinks, live ent

S3E19 – Paulette LeBlanc: Pine Island Eagle Editor and Author
July 18, 2025

Paulette LeBlanc, Editor of the Pine Island Eagle and award-winning author, has spent her life writingand her heart now belongs to Pine Island and its people. From childrens books to community stori

S3E18 – Juli Gilson: Teaching Artist at Coastal Creations
July 11, 2025

From her early days growing up in Ohio to her vibrant life on Pine Island, artist Juli Gilson has always been drawn to the coast. Her work beautifully reflects the natural gifts of the seaseashells,

S3E17 – Joe Harley: Musician & Pine Island Native
June 27, 2025

From casting lines to writing lyrics, Joe Harleys journey is rooted in resilience and creativity. - In this episode, we hear how Joe went from growing up on Pine Island to becoming a beloved fishing

S3E16 – Leanne Luehrman: Sea Salt & Co.
June 20, 2025

In this episode, we meet Leanne Luehrman, the creative force behind Sea Salt & Co. Though shes new to Pine Island, Leanne is no stranger to the art of bespoke embroidery and personalized gifting. A

S3E15 – Darcy Conner: Your Personal Guide to Stress-Free Travel
June 13, 2025

In this episode, we meet the delightful Darcy ConnerTravel Advisor, Small Business Owner, and passionate travel matchmaker. Helping people is what brings her joy, and that shines through in every tri