The Florence Foodies Podcast
“The Florence Foodies Podcast dives into the heart of Florence, showcasing the people, stories, and culture that make the city unique. From food and traditions to local events and personalities, we explore all the threads that connect this vibrant community.”
Episodes
17 episodes
#17 - Phillip Miles and Dennis Caraway of Tail Gater Hater
Phillip and Dennis don't just compete well in SCBA competitions, they dominate. They are 4 time in a row state BBQ champions. In 2025 they've only entered 4 contest so far and yet are in the top 10 in the points standings finishing 1st three ti...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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51:29
#16 - Cru Wine & Tap Owner Bryan Holt
Find Cru Wine & Tap onFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cruwinetapInstagram: https://www.in...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:10:13
#15 - City Of Florence Mayor Lethonia Barnes
Mayor's Office: https://www.cityofflorence.com/mayorFlorence Foodies Website: https://florencefoodie.com/
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Episode 15
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54:42
#14 - Taylor Ford of The Morning News
Morning News Article: https://scnow.com/news/local/business/article_0175be57-d7c7-428d-8c68-37059357e50e.htmlTaylor Ford on F...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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39:21
#13 - JJ, Brandon, Alan, & Alessandro (Redbone, Rebel Pie, IL Buongustaio Owners)
In this episode we sit down with the owners of Redbone Alley, Rebel Pie, And IL Buongustaio restaurants and have some food and conversation.https://florencefoodie.com/This episode is spons...
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Episode 13
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1:41:02
#12 - Elliott Moss of Elliott's In Florence
In this episode, we’re joined by the legendary Chef Elliott Moss — James Beard Award nominee, and a true innovator of whole-hog, wood-smoked BBQ. We dive into Elliott’s culinary journey and his roots in Florence, South Carolina.Whether y...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:11:03
#11 - Valerie Criswell Owner of SC Real Foods
#FlorenceFoodies #wholefoods #realfood #SCRealFoodsReal Food ResourcesThe Dirty Dozenhttps://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.phpClean Fifteen
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:11:54
#10 - Morrey Thomas
WHERE TO FIND THE BOOKS MENTIONED 👇Going Whole Hog: https://a.co/d/0FN3gG0Rodney Scotts World of BBQ: https://a.co/d/8Pa5opvMEATHEA...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:17:45
#9 - Jamel Lyde of Green Leaf Cafe Inside McLeod Fitness Center
Support This Podcast: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/FlorenceFoodiesYou can also make a contribution via Cash App: $SammieTheRealtor...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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55:37
#8 - Alan Cooke of Rebel Pie
Why can't Florence have NY style bread? Or can we? Find out the answer and much more in this episode as we sit down with Alan Cooke, owner and founder of Rebel Pie Wood Fired Pizza in Florence.Follow Rebel Pie on Facebook: https:/...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:28:41
#7 - Zach McKay
In this episode we sit down in a non partisan setting and get to know Zach McKay who is running for the Florence City Council seat which was vacated by Mayor Lethonia Barnes in 2024.https://mckayforflorence.com/https...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:04:02
#6 - Tonya Morman Jackson
In this episode we sit down in a non partisan setting and get to know Tonya Morman Jackson who is a candidate for the currently open Florence City Council seat which was vacated by Mayor Lethonia Barnes. https:/...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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36:31
#5 - Latwan Edwards
We catch up with Latwan Edwards who is the Finance Manager at our local 5 Star Chevrolet Mercedes BMW car dealership. But Mr. Edwards is also closely related to pretty famous people right here in our community and beyond. We talk about that and...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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58:55
#4 - Doug "The Food Guy" Smith
To enter for a chance to win 2 tickets to the Florence Food & Wine Grand Tasting on March 29th share this podcast or the YouTube channel using the links below with the hashtag #FlorenceFoodieAndWine25 to your favorite social m...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:07
#3 Matt Jordan From Saguaro Breakfast Burritos Ltd.
Saguaro Burritos: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=saguaro%20breakfast%20burritos%20ltdMoving With A Purpose: https://www.facebook.com/canadatomexico2019FlorenceFoodie.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@SammieTheRe...
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Episode 3
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1:22:37
#2 - Chef Alessandro Salaris From IL Buongustaio
We catch up with Chef Alessandro from IL Buongustaio Italian Restaurant in this episode and discuss his background growing up in Sardinia, Culinary School, Moving to the United States, and life in Florence, South Carolina. Chef Alessandro owns ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:30:18