Pine Island Experience

Pine Island Experience


Latest Episodes

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

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