Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this engaging episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels visits the Front Porch Improv theater to chat with founders John Brennan and Dan Gilbert. The conversation delves into the origins of Front Porch Improv, which started in 2015, and its growth into a local favorite known for its interactive and comedic performances, i...
Jun 19, 2025•51 min•Ep. 77
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. Join host Dee Daniels in this mouth-watering episode of the Made of Savannah podcast as she sits down with Chef Amberley Stewart of Savannah Culinary Retreat . Recorded fresh from the ribbon-cutting extravaganza, Dee and Chef Amberley explore the lush settings and sumptuous food that define Savannah's newest culinary experience. Learn about...
Jun 12, 2025•38 min•Ep. 76
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. Blues guitarist, singer/songwriter - and Savannah legend - Eric Culberson is on the mic to talk about growing up in Coastal Georgia and grinding his way to passion and purpose in the music industry. Eric recalls the turning-point gig he played in Savannah in the 80's when he got paid more in one night of playing music than he was making in ...
Jun 05, 2025•50 min•Ep. 75
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this intriguing episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels visits the newly opened Savannah Paranormal Museum . Joined by owners Megan Jones and Chris Soucy, Dee delves into the eerie exhibits and haunted artifacts on display. The episode covers - should we say, uncovers - the origins of the museum, a detailed walkthrough ...
May 29, 2025•42 min•Ep. 74
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels sits down with Molly Carrot Taylor, the Executive Director of the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum. Molly shares her journey to her current role and gives insights into the museum's offerings. They discuss the transformation of the museum, bringing diverse and modern stories ...
May 22, 2025•29 min•Ep. 73
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, we welcome Amy Paige Condon, a prolific writer, producer, editor, and founder of Refinery Writing Studio. The conversation covers Amy's intriguing career journey, from her time at Savannah Magazine to founding a writing studio and co-authoring best-selling cookbooks. Amy shares delightful sto...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 72
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels chats with Damon Mullis, Executive Director of the Ogeechee Riverkeeper, about the vast and beautiful waterways of Savannah. Damon shares insights into the mission of the Ogeechee Riverkeeper organization, the details of the Ogeechee River Basin, and the challenges they face ...
May 08, 2025•42 min•Ep. 71
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels is joined by recurring guest Enocha Edenfield, a seasoned paranormal investigator and tour guide. They delve into the eerie yet fascinating world of Savannah's cemeteries. --- Enocha shares her journey from broadcast news to becoming a prominent figure in Savannah’s ghost tou...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 70
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, Dee Daniels sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Steven 'Tracker' Thomas, now promoted to Colonel, to discuss his role at the Air Dominance Center (ADC) at Savannah International Airport. They explore the ADC's mission to provide exceptional air and ground training to the National Guard and Depa...
Apr 24, 2025•53 min•Ep. 69
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels is joined by Christina Zimmerman, owner of Eldoa Savannah . Christina introduces the ELDOA method, a specialized postural exercise system developed by the late Dr. Guy Voyer, a French osteopath . --- Christina explains how ELDOA can help in creating more space in the joints, ...
Apr 17, 2025•47 min•Ep. 68
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels welcomes retired US Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Harry Gardner . Known as the busiest 'retired' guy in Savannah, Harry delves into his journey moving from Virginia to Savannah, and his extensive involvement in veteran communities and organizations, including the Veterans C...
Apr 10, 2025•35 min•Ep. 67
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels welcomes Adriana Tatum-Howard, Executive Director at Park Place Outreach. Adriana shares the organization's mission to support at-risk youth through various programs, including residential facilities, transitional homes, and outreach initiatives. The discussion highlights upc...
Apr 03, 2025•28 min•Ep. 66
Made of Savannah SEASON 5! Many thanks to our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this lively episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels has an engaging conversation with Jessica Leigh Lebos , a well-known Savannah author and former community editor for Connect Savannah. --- Jessica shares her unique journey from Arizona to California to Savannah, highlighting her adventures living in a Volkswagen bus, ...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 65
SEASON 5 is kicking off with a delightfully delicious treat: The Auspicious Baking Company ! Also, excited to welcome our Season 5 Sponsor: ELDOA Savannah . Contact them, mention the podcast - and - get a free 45-minute Mini Session. In this heartwarming episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels kicks off a new season with Mark Ekstrom and Katie Bryant, the dynamic duo behind the Auspicious Baking Company. --- The pair shares their serendipitous journey to Savannah, going from a ...
Mar 20, 2025•36 min•Ep. 64
Welcome to the Made of Savannah podcast - Happy Holidays from Savannah! In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, Dee Daniels chats with Dr. Amy Williams, the Executive Director of the Savannah Philharmonic. They discuss the bustling holiday season in Savannah, the excitement around the sold-out Holiday Pops concert, and the unique flair of Savannah's festive celebrations. Amy reflects on past concerts, upcoming events like January's Guitar Fest, and the remarkable contributions of music ...
Dec 19, 2024•24 min•Ep. 63
Welcome to the Made of Savannah podcast - Happy Holidays from Savannah! Host Dee Daniels sits down with Peter Roberts from Location Gallery for a lively chat about art, holiday cheer, and all the spirits in Savannah. They'll be digging into unique holiday traditions, upcoming art events, and the vibrant community spirit. They discuss the Slam Art Mart featuring 15 local artists and its charitable aspect benefiting Asheville's River Arts District, the eclectic mix of works on display, and the imp...
Dec 12, 2024•43 min•Ep. 62
The soulful Southern big band known as the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra is lighting the holiday fire with us! Welcome to the Made of Savannah Podcast! We're setting the Thanksgiving table and singing in the holidays with Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson - the founder and voice of the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra. The band is thrilled to chat about their BRAND-NEW Christmas album - A Fabulous Equinox Christmas - available now on all streaming platforms. What's even sweeter? All proceeds from the album w...
Nov 28, 2024•40 min•Ep. 61
Curtains rise! Welcome to the Made of Savannah Podcast! This week Dee Daniels plays host to Chris Bass and Rick Garman, diving deep into the theatrics of Onstage Savannah . Chris and Rick reveal the origins of this initiative, which sprang from the Savannah Performance Alliance, highlighting its mission to avoid calendar clashes and foster collaboration among local theater groups. The two also introduce the highly anticipated Savannah Performing Arts Festival set for February 2025, promising a l...
Nov 21, 2024•53 min•Ep. 60
In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, host Dee Daniels talks with Mickey Hickey, a well-known figure in Savannah's hospitality scene. Mickey shares the story of the Ordinary Pub and its sister establishment, Common, highlighting their journey through various challenges, including a recent crisis involving the pub's basement flooding during a hurricane. The conversation delves into the community's swift response, the support for displaced residents, and the pub’s contribution to local ...
Nov 14, 2024•45 min•Ep. 59
In this episode of the Made of Savannah podcast, we welcome Amy Paige Condon, a prolific writer, producer, editor, and founder of Refinery Writing Studio. The conversation covers Amy's intriguing career journey, from her time at Savannah Magazine to founding a writing studio and co-authoring best-selling cookbooks. Amy shares delightful stories about her pet pig Gus and her writing process, including working on cookbooks for Back in the Day Bakery and Wiley’s Championship BBQ. The discussion del...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 58
Historian and Savannah Tour Guide Enocha Edenfield has spent years carefully researching Savannah’s haunted history as well as collecting first-hand accounts. She's always a favorite guest on this show - and many others - and she's sitting down with us to celebrate HALLOWEEN! Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! Learn more about the voices and topics in this episode: Grab your spot on Enocha's Tours Proudly produced by Dee Daniels Media The Made of Savannah podcast is a creative ...
Oct 31, 2024•34 min•Ep. 57
This episode has it ALL! Gangsters, crab cakes, serial killers, and Al Capone - oh my! Meet Captain Judy Helmey - once named the youngest captain on the East Coast. She's a Savannah legend, to the say the least - and we got to sit down with her and talk about her wildly colorful upbringing - and her equally as colorful father Sherman Helmey (best known as Moose) who YES ... worked for Al Capone. Miss Judy has already written one book, "My Father, The Sea and Me" - and don't worry - we hear anoth...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 56
Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! Get ready Savannah, we're about to do TIME WARP again! We're on-location at CLUB ONE just before rehearsal for The Rocky Horror Show LIVE with The Bay Street Theatre. Director Rick Garman along with Stage Manager Gwen Leahy and Choreographer Hannah Dodson sits down with us - on center stage - to give us the inside story of 16 years of this cult classic in Savannah. Hannah talks about her peak moment playing the role of Janet Weiss last year wh...
Oct 17, 2024•44 min•Ep. 55
Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! AVAST! The time has come! The Pirates are celebrating their victorious takeover of Tybee Island, Georgia ... for the 20th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest. Festival Director Charissa Murray has invited us to her gallery just off Tybee's main road at The Shops at Tybee Oaks. We're talking about the history of the festival as well as the amazing local lineup of entertainment and fun that is about to land on the island this weekend. The Pirate Fes...
Oct 10, 2024•30 min•Ep. 54
Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! Thrilling tales and historic facts aplenty on this episode with a Made of Savannah FAN-FAVORITE ... Ghost and History Tour Guide Enocha Edenfield. Enocha Edenfield Tours is one the most popular tours to experience in Coastal Georgia. Enocha worked in print and broadcast news for nearly two decades prior to deciding to shift paths. During the 2020 shutdown, Enocha started sharing some of Savannah's ghost stories on TikTok. It wasn't long before...
Oct 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 53
For some, it might be hard to believe that the quaint, often-called quirky (in a great way) town of Thunderbolt, Georgia is only five miles southeast of downtown Savannah. Thunderbolt runs along the western shore of Wilmington River - which is a tidal river that is part of the U.S. Intracoastal Waterway. The town's picture-perfect atmosphere and much talked about restaurants certainly keep its residents beaming with joy - and visitors coming back for more. One of those famous restaurants is call...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 52
Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! There's something magical, even mesmerizing about being on the water in Coastal Georgia. It's a way of life that so many people crave - and so many of us who live in Savannah, Georgia enjoy to the fullest. We have the pleasure today of sitting down with Captain Jason DeShay and Jamie Coffey who are the proud owners of the new boat charter experience called Sweetwater Charters of Savannah. We are excited to have Jay and Jamie - and Sweetwater C...
Sep 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 51
Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! Jennifer Crumpton is pulling back the curtain on Savannah real estate and giving us insights into her journey of becoming a top-producing agent in one of the most sought-after places in the country. Originally from Tifton, Georgia, Jen is deeply dedicated to helping guide her clients in their success story. Her background as agent with home builders gave her a unique foundation - pun intended - of truly understanding the "dream home" scenario ...
Sep 12, 2024•50 min•Ep. 50
Welcome to Season 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! Laura and Perry Solomon are the hearts, hands and minds responsible for creating the first floating oyster farm in Georgia. The Tybee Oyster Company is a full-on family operation bringing a deeper - and delicious - meaning to being "Georgia Grown". Born and raised on Tybee Island, Perry's family has been there for six generations - his grandfather even took the train (The Marsh Hen) back and forth to school in Savannah. He says a big part of h...
Sep 05, 2024•45 min•Ep. 49
Welcome to SEASON 4 of the Made of Savannah Podcast! Today, we're sitting on the "Front Porch" with a couple of big-hearted "Morons" - for real though. It's an honor to be chatting with John Brennan and Dan Gilbert from Front Porch Improv and Savannah For Morons. But hold on to your punchlines ... this is NOT your average "improv" group. These talented performers are ALL ABOUT service, community, and experience. DON'T FORGET: As mentioned in this episode - email biz@frontporchimprov.com and ment...
Aug 29, 2024•54 min•Ep. 48
