License to Chill: The Margaritaville Podcast

Margaritaville•www.margaritaville.com

The Margaritaville Podcast is your weekly, 30-minute escape! Join longtime friends and tropical lifestyle enthusiasts, Ryan Middledorf and Patrick McDonald as they bring you engaging conversations from eclectic personalities and explore ways to live the Margaritaville lifestyle each and every day.

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Episodes

Searching for Better Days with Niko Moon

Singer/songwriter, Niko Moon joins Patrick and Ryan on License To Chill

Jan 15, 2024•35 min

Merging Art and Science with Paul Sikkel of the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric and Earth Sciences | It's My Job #2

This week, Ryan and Patrick chat with Marine Biologist, Paul Sikkel about his incredible career.

Jan 08, 2024•36 min

Crafting a New Year's Resolution Playlist

This week on the podcast, Patrick and Ryan jump into 2024 with a playlist filled of some Jimmy classics.

Jan 01, 2024•42 min

2023 Year In Review

Ryan and Patrick close out 2023 by celebrating the life and legacy of Jimmy Buffett through some of their favorite clips from the podcast and songs from the man himself.

Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 20 min

Margaritaville's Hollywood Happy Hour Show with Mick Utley and Erin McAnally | You Had to Be There #2

Ryan and Patrick return to the Margaritaville in Los Angeles for the second Margaritaville Hollywood Happy Hour Show - this time, they're joined by Mick Utley and Erin McAnally.

Dec 11, 2023•29 min

Overcoming Adversity and Giving Back with Shaquem Griffin

Former NFL linebacker and current motivational speaker, Shaquem Griffin joins Ryan and Patrick on this week's episode.

Dec 04, 2023•47 min

Feeling the Big Big Love with Michael Franti

Ryan and Patrick are joined by musician and activist, Michael Franti.

Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 5 min

Cruising the Bay with San Diego SEAL Tours

Ryan and Patrick ditch the studio and take the podcast out into the San Diego Bay.

Nov 20, 2023•27 min

Happy Thoughts and Island Vibes with Kristian Bush

This week on the podcast, Ryan and Patrick are joined by Kristian Bush to talk about his new EP, Drink Happy Thoughts - together, they also talk about Kristian's rise to fame with the band Sugarland, experimentation in songwriting and how he takes time for himself.

Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 1 min

Jimmy Buffett's Equal Strain On All Parts Album Deep Dive

This week on the podcast, Ryan and Patrick dive deep into Jimmy's newest release, Equal Strain on All Parts.

Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 25 min

Crafting a Halloween Playlist with Mick Utley and Erin McAnally

Patrick and and Ryan are joined by Mick Utley and Erin McAnally to build the perfect Halloween Party playlist!

Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 17 min

Margaritaville's Hollywood Happy Hour Show with Carl Tart | You Had to Be There #1

This week on the podcast, Patrick and Ryan share snippets from the very first Margaritaville Hollywood Happy Hour Show

Oct 23, 2023•37 min

Learning How Animals Vacation with Rick Schwartz of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | It's My Job #1

This week, Patrick and Ryan are joined by Rick Schwartz, Ambassador and Spokesperson for the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.

Oct 16, 2023•32 min

Sharing Jimmy Buffett Stories at the Belly Up with Steve Goldberg and Chris Goldsmith

Ryan and Patrick chat with Belly Up co-owner and president, Steve Goldberg and Chris Goldsmith

Oct 09, 2023•1 hr 8 min

Margaritaville Hotel: San Diego | Office Hours #3

Patrick and Ryan take in the sights and sounds of the new Margaritaville Hotel in San Diego.

Oct 02, 2023•51 min

Where "Will You Count Me In?" Came from with Colbie Caillat

Ryan and Patrick are joined by incredible singer/songwriter, Colbie Caillat.

Sep 25, 2023•40 min

Creating an Island Vibe with Robert Greenidge

This week, Ryan and Patrick chat with legendary steelpan player, Robert Greenidge.

Sep 18, 2023•38 min

The Margaritaville Run with Jamie Monroe

Ryan and Patrick chat (and exercise) with Jamie Monroe - the man behind the upcoming Margaritaville Run.

Sep 11, 2023•49 min

Remembering Jimmy Buffett | 1946 - 2023

This week, Ryan and Patrick remember Jimmy Buffett.

Sep 04, 2023•58 min

Using a Hubcap as a Drum with Eric Darken

This week on License to Chill, Patrick and Ryan chat with Coral Reefer percussionist, Eric Darken

Aug 28, 2023•48 min

Major League Pickleball By Margaritaville: San Clemente Tournament | Office Hours #2

Patrick and Ryan hang out with some very special guests in San Clemente, CA for the MLP By Margaritaville Pickleball Tournament!

Aug 21, 2023•54 min

Finding More to Say with Mac McAnally

Patrick and Ryan sit down with legendary country musician, Mac McAnally.

Aug 14, 2023•54 min

Traveling the World with Savannah Buffett

Ryan and Patrick chat with Savannah Buffett about her life traveling the world.

Aug 07, 2023•49 min

Becoming Reeferettes with Nadirah Shakoor and Tina Gullickson

This week on License To Chill. Patrick and Ryan chat with Reeferettes Nadirah Shakoor and Tina Gullickson

Jul 31, 2023•35 min

Mastering Songwriting with Scotty Emerick

Patrick and Ryan chat with singer/songwriter, Scotty Emerick.

Jul 24, 2023•26 min

Aretha Franklin, Jimmy Buffett and Everything Inbetween with Mike Utley

Patrick and Ryan chat with Coral Reefer, Mike Utley.

Jul 17, 2023•44 min

Finding Your Footing with Buzz Brainard and Charles "Chip" Esten

This week on License to Chill, Patrick and Ryan welcome Buzz Brainard and Charles Esten.

Jul 10, 2023•52 min

It's the Family Business with Peter Mayer and Brendan Mayer

Ryan and Patrick chat with father/son songwriting duo and Coral Reefers, Peter and Brendan Mayer.

Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min

Positive Vibrations with Gramps Morgan

Ryan and Patrick chat with influential reggae artist, Gramps Morgan.

Jun 26, 2023•56 min

Three Chords, a Guitar and a Dream with Roger Guth

Ryan and Patrick sit down with legendary Coral Reefer drummer, Roger Guth.

Jun 19, 2023•31 min

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