Pine Island Experience

Pine Island Experience


Latest Episodes

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

S3E14 – Kickstand’s Pub & Grub: Food, Community, and Full Throttle Spirit
May 30, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Sheila Breech, of Kickstands Pub & Grub. When Sheila and Dave Breech rolled into Pine Island, they brought more than restaurant know-howthey brought heart, grit, a

S3E13 – 1st EnviroSafety, Inc.: A Legacy of Safer Solutions with Daniel Piper
May 09, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Piper, of 1st EnviroSafety, Inc.a pioneering Pine Island company founded in 1997 and operated by his grandparents, Dr. Ted and Dr. Ann Tidwell. Built on inno

S3E12 – Pine Island Pest Control: Andrew Chedester, Owner
May 02, 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Chedester, owner of Pine Island Pest Control, to hear how he went from dedicated employee to passionate business owner. Andrew shares what drives him: a deep l

S3E11 – The PICC Hugs Program & Food Pantry: Pat Downes and LaDonna Lippincott
April 18, 2025

In this episode, were joined by two wonderful members of Pine Island Community Churchs Hugs Program and Food Pantry team Pat Downes and LaDonna Lippincott. Alongside their dear friend Dort Koetje,

S3E10 Island Flair, Jennifer Bennett, Owner
April 11, 2025

In this episode of The Pine Island Experience Podcast, were thrilled to welcome Jennifer Bennett, the vibrant and creative force behind Island Flaira one-of-a-kind artist boutique nestled in the hea

S3E9 Pine Island Pawn and Jewelry, Zac and Thristina Woodhams
March 28, 2025

Get ready to meet Zac and Thristina Woodhams, the dynamic duo behind Pine Island Pawn and Jewelry in Matlacha! They joined us on the podcast to share their journey of opening the shop, their passion f

S3E8 Sandy Paws Island Dog Bakery & Wash, Lisa Fromm, Owner
March 21, 2025

Dont miss this heartwarming episode! We sit down with Lisa Fromm, owner of Sandy Paws Island Dog Bakery & Wash, and her son Codee as they share their journey from passionate dog lovers to running a d

S3E7 2 Fish Inn, Brett and Holly Valentine, Greg Falkler and Deb Crandall
March 14, 2025

This podcast is about 2 Fish Inn, a beautiful, newly remodeled Inn located in the heart of St. James City on Pine Island, Florida. Two of the owners, Brett and Holly Valentine talk about what it was