We In Lewes
Arts & Culture Podcasts
The secret of Lewes Delaware is not its beauty, history, or location, but the people who call it home. Join host Kevin McGuiness as he interviews the men and women who have helped shape the character, culture, and charm of what’s been called the best little town in America. If you’re just curious about the fascinating people who live next door or, more globally, how one small city is using its collective creativity, variety, and courage to build hope for the future, our show is for you. And, we promise, no politicians.
Location:
United States
Description:
The secret of Lewes Delaware is not its beauty, history, or location, but the people who call it home. Join host Kevin McGuiness as he interviews the men and women who have helped shape the character, culture, and charm of what’s been called the best little town in America. If you’re just curious about the fascinating people who live next door or, more globally, how one small city is using its collective creativity, variety, and courage to build hope for the future, our show is for you. And, we promise, no politicians.
Language:
English
Episodes
Season 2 - Episode 21: Richard Martin - A Lewes Legend on Fish Hunting, Free Diving, the Apollo Program, and Setting World Records
4/30/2024
Richard Martin doesn’t wait for fish. He dives for them, armed only with a spear gun, knife, and the air in his lungs. For over seven decades, Richard has fished underwater around the country, side by side with sharks, jellyfish, and species ready to fight back. He also helped design, build, and test the spacesuits worn by the astronauts during the Apollo Program. A funny, candid, remarkable reminiscence from a man who grabbed life and yanked it to him, just as he did the fish he caught.
Duration:00:47:02
Season 2 - Episode 20: Hai Do - A Story of the American Dream, Fearlessness and Never Accepting Life’s Barriers. Part 2
4/16/2024
Hai Do continues his remarkable story, about his career in journalism as a photographer, journalist, and manager at UPI, Agence France-Press, Gannet, and the Philadelphia Inquirer. He covered wars, terrorist attacks, World Series, Super Bowls and news around world, before moving to Voice of America, where he is the Chief of the Learning English Division. A former refugee now helping other refugees around the world, Hai’s story is compelling, inspiring saga of a life defined by him, not the barriers he encountered.
Duration:00:45:22
Season 2 - Episode19: Hai Do - A Story of the American Dream, Fearlessness and Never Accepting Life’s Barriers. Part 1
3/26/2024
Hai Do grew up in the middle of the Vietnam war, escaped Saigon when the city fell, and survived a harrowing journey on an overcrowded boat on the South China Sea. Instead of giving into fear, he used these harsh lessons to forge a life and career that has taken full advantage of all America has to offer. This episode focuses on his life in Vietnam, his family’s courageous escape, and his arrival in the United States. It’s a story of courage, determination and ultimately triumph.
Duration:00:45:11
Season 2 - Episode18: Chanta Howard Wilkinson - President, Lewes Public Library, Attorney, on Loving What You Do
3/12/2024
A candid, entertaining, fact based discussion with a former Assistant Attorney General of New Jersey and a legal consultant, who is tirelessly helping make Lewes a better place to live. Chanta explains how the Lewes Public Library is the library of the future - a community center, a performing arts center, service provider, and a meeting house that annually hosts over 800 events attended by 14,000 people. And you can still borrow a book.
Duration:00:42:42
Season 2 - Episode17: Lee Ann Wilkinson - What It Really Takes to Build One of the Most Successful Realty and Philanthropic Companies in the Nation
2/27/2024
Lee Ann talks about the fearless drive, conviction, and meticulousness it takes to became a nationally ranked realtor, a respected entrepreneur, and the invaluable investment she has made in the culture and quality of her hometown - Lewes, Delaware.
Duration:00:42:38
Season 2 - Episode16: Dr. Christine Degnon - A 21st Century Medicine Woman, Educator, and Healthcare Pioneer
2/13/2024
Dr. Chris talks about a new type of health care called Direct Primary Care, which removes insurance company obstacles between doctor and patient and is revitalizing the practice of medicine and patient well-being. This revolutionary style of practice is growing rapidly around the country. It helps doctors and patients alike, improves the quality and timeliness of treatment, and bends the heath care cost curve. The future has arrived.
Duration:00:40:41
Season 2 - Episode15: Abraxas Hudson - Artist, Gallery Owner, Painter, and a True Individualist
1/30/2024
Abraxas talks about his unique approach to his art, his use of the deep color-layering techniques normally associated with the Renaissance, and the freedom that comes with choosing your own path. It’s clear he brings the same relentless dedication to detail, whether he’s sketching in Cape Henlopen State Park, teaching painting, target shooting, or starring in a local action movie. Brax truly is one of a kind.
Duration:00:44:39
Season 2 - Episode14: Sam Calagione, Co-founder of the Dogfish Head Brewery
1/16/2024
With his trademark candor, self-deprecation, and humor, Sam talks about Dogfish Head, turning one’s dream into reality, marriage and family, and life in Lewes. And in doing so, he provides a captivating glimpse into how a proudly off-centered artist, master brewer, salesman, and fearless entrepreneur crafted a life that both empowers him and energizes all he encounters
Duration:01:01:31
EPISODE 13: The First Annual End of the Season Holiday Extravaganza
12/19/2023
A final episode for the year in front of a live audience at Kindle Restaurant with all the guests from our first season together at last. We talk about memorable one-liners, the podcast, casting We in Lewes the movie, and holidays here in our town. It’s laughs, mistakes, new and old friends, and memories fueled by terrific food and adult beverages. Thanks to all who attended and will listen.
Duration:00:39:04
EPISODE 12: Part 2- Dave Shook - The Late Show is the Great Show
11/28/2023
Building on Part 1 which focused on his coaching career in collegiate tennis, in Part 2 Dave Shook shares the rest of his inexplicable journey . Barely making it out of high school, Shook earned a college degree, a Masters, became a decorated probation officer, and then took the lessons of a career on the streets to collegiate tennis and a college faculty. A remarkable, candid story from a man who always valued his opinions over those who tried and fortunately failed to supervise him.
Duration:00:43:26
EPISODE 11: Part 1- Dave Shook - The Late Show is the Great Show
11/15/2023
Dave Shook talks about his inexplicable, remarkable life. Barely making it out of high school, Shook earned a college degree, ultimately a Masters, became a probation officer and then took the lessons of a career on the streets, carrying a badge and gun, to collegiate tennis. By the time he retired, he was one of the best known, successful DI coaches in the sport, even though he had to teach himself how to play.
Duration:00:30:40
EPISODE 10 - Andrew Lyter - Living History
10/24/2023
Executive Director of the Lewes Historical Society, Andrew Lyter, offers a captivating explanation of the importance of history in Lewes and the value of living, dressing, and reenacting the past. Whether it’s taking up the bagpipes in high school, dangling 100 feet above the deck of a tall ship rolling on the seas, or chronicling a life in tattoos, Andrew is proof of the power and freedom that comes with understanding who you are and being comfortable with that discovery.
Duration:00:42:49
EPISODE 9 -Sharon Dardine - The Courage to Step Forward
10/10/2023
Whether it’s a globally renown law firm, arms negotiations with the Soviets, or the nationally recognized Historic Lewes Farmers Market, Sharon Dardine has always chosen to be involved. A charming, openhearted glimpse into the value of taking advantage of what life “plops in your lap” and the freedom of not worrying about whether it all makes sense.
Duration:00:44:37
EPISODE 8 - Jen Mason - Sticking with Your Convictions
9/26/2023
Jen Mason explains how an extraordinary life prepared her for opening a book store in the middle of a recession, then a record store, while co-founding the nationally recognized History Book Festival. A candid look at a fearless, creative life, buoyed by a refreshing faith in herself, a wonderful sense of humor, and the importance of the “NO” dance.
Duration:00:45:47
EPISODE 7 - Jeff West - A Life of Opportunities Taken
9/12/2023
Renowned interior designer, store owner, and creator of the J List, Jeff West takes us on an insightful, funny, and unforgettable tour of his life, the importance of taking risks, and the power of unexpected gifts.
Duration:00:45:26
EPISODE 6 - Heidi Lowe - A Creative Life and a Life Created
8/29/2023
Contemporary art jeweler, gallery owner, and business coach, Heidi Lowe, talks about being in the forefront of the combination of art and jewelry, the benefits and challenges of building a unique business in Lewes, and creating a life that gives free rein to her considerable talents and interests.
Duration:00:40:15
EPISODE 5 - John Gordon - Life after the Last Whistle
8/8/2023
John, a Delaware basketball legend, talks candidly about a basketball journey that led to the NCAA tournament, the NIT and Australia, a second career in business, and turning life losses into wins.
Duration:00:41:46
EPISODE 4 - Matt DiSabatino - Food, Fishing and Family
7/17/2023
Matt offers a personal glimpse into the creation of three iconic restaurants - Striper Bites, Kindle and Half Full, the importance of family in his life, work, and health, and his embodiment of the adage - too much fishing, can’t be done.
Duration:00:42:33
EPISODE 3 - Chief Tom Spell - The realities, challenges and benefits of being a police chief of small town near the beach
7/5/2023
Tom shares how a 23 year career with the Wilmington Police Department, where he served as a detective, SWAT team member, and supervised 200 uniformed officers, prepared him for a job that’s more complicated than one would imagine and helps him balance his work and a family as busy and successful as he is.
Duration:00:39:07
EPISODE 2 - Carole Short, Judy Melson, Nancy Moore, Sue Hall, and Patsy Carpenter - The Power of Friends
6/19/2023
Five friends began to walk together every weekday and this one decision impacted their families, those they encounter, their sense of community, and most importantly the joy they share in one another. It’s part autobiography, Lewes history lesson, insight into teaching in a social media culture, but mostly it’s about the powerful, contagious gift of having true friends.
Duration:00:34:36