TOKI Talk: A Podcast From The Town of Kiawah Island

In this episode of  TOKI Talk, Meredith Blair, Communications and Public Affairs Director for the Town of Kiawah Island, sits down with Rick Hundorfean, Chief Operating Officer of MUSC Health Charleston Division, to discuss the grand opening of the new MUSC Health Pavilion on Kiawah Island. Opened on December 18, 2025, this long-anticipated facility brings expanded healthcare services closer to re...

♻️ **Wild About Composting on Kiawah Island!** 🌱 We’re back with another episode of our **Wild About** series — and this time, we’re diving into the dirt (literally). Composting isn’t just good for your garden, it’s a game-changer for the environment AND your wallet. In this fun game-show style episode, meet Kiawah Island residents Melissa, George, Liane, and Frances as they share: ✅ How compost...

Learn about the 2025-2026 Arts & Cultural Events season with Caroline Wall, Arts and Cultural Events Program Manager.

**BONUS** Listen to the Full Interview Dive into the captivating world of South Carolina's bottlenose dolphins! In this video, join Kiawah Island Town Council member Luke Farrell and Lauren Rust from the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network as they unveil the mysteries of "strand feeding," a highly specialized hunting technique observed in only a handful of locations globally. Discover...

Dive into the captivating world of South Carolina's bottlenose dolphins! In this video, join Kiawah Island Town Council member Luke Farrell and Lauren Rust from the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network as they unveil the mysteries of "strand feeding," a highly specialized hunting technique observed in only a handful of locations globally. Discover how these intelligent marine mammals co...

**Join us for a Bobcat-Themed Earth Day Celebration!** 🌍 The town of Kiawah Island is hosting a special bobcat-themed table at this year's Earth Day celebration at Night Heron Park on Friday, April 25th, from 4 to 7 PM. Learn about the importance of bobcats on the island, participate in a raffle by signing the Bobcat GuardianPledge, and win prizes by answering bobcat-focused questions! 🎉 St...

Toki Talk: A Conversation with North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess Join Kiawah Island Mayor Brad Belt for an insightful conversation with North Charleston Mayor Reggie Burgess. Mayor Burgess shares his remarkable journey, from growing up in North Charleston to becoming the city's first African American mayor. Hear about his experiences as a college athlete, his 35-year career in law enforce...

McLeod Plantation Historic Site: A Journey Through Time Former Executive Director of Charleston County Parks, David Bennett and current Director of Recreation for Charleston County Parks, Mark Madden, Explore the history of McLeod Plantation, a significant site acquired by Charleston County Parks. Discover how the plantation's past intertwines with the stories of enslaved Africans and their d...

Toki Talk: Exploring Kiawah's Vibrant Community Life Discover the diverse range of activities and social groups that make Kiawah Island such a special place. Join us as we chat with local residents about their involvement in everything from fitness classes and art guilds to the Turtle Patrol and the Kiawah Island Naturalist Group. Learn about the many ways to connect with your neighbors, give...

Toki Talk: Solid Waste Services and Recycling Join us for a tour of the Kestrel Court Recycling Center with Public Works Director, Brian Gottschalk. Learn about the town's solid waste services, including curbside pickup, brown trash, and household hazardous waste disposal. Discover tips on proper recycling and composting, and how to use the recycling equipment at Kestrel Court.

Join us for a conversation with Melissa Frank, Executive Director, and Dr. David Peterseim, Medical Director, of the Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. Learn about the clinic's mission, the services they provide, and how you can support their important work. Discover the impact they have on the local community, especially those in need of affordable healthcare.

In this podcast series we'll share one way the community can come together to reduce the amount of impervious surfaces on the island.  This is just one step towards reducing flooding on Kiawah.

Town of Kiawah Island Communication Manager, Erin Pomrenke speaks with Emily Speck and Courtney Simmons from Sea island Habitat for Humanity to learn more about the programs and how the Kiawah community has and can support the organization.

New Podcast on the Fascinating History of the Angel Oak  In this episode, Angel Oak Preserve Director Samantha Siegel speaks with Mayor Pro-Tempore Russell Berner about the history of the Angel Oak Preserve in Johns Island and what exciting plans are in store for the site.

Learn about the 2024-2025 Arts & Cultural Events season with Ruthie Foster and David Wohl.

Get an overview of the importance of the marsh around Kiawah Island and how Kiawah Conservancy, the Town of Kiawah Island and the resort work together to maintain a healthy and vibrant marsh.

We want to share a very important initiative for our island, called Kiawah Goes Green. This initiative focuses on our island and the little steps we all can take to protect what we love so much on this island in the best way possible. This is a rather “down-to-earth” and pragmatic initiative which is based on mostly three pillars: 1. Our mission is to focus on environmental stewardship, sustainabi...

Part 2 - Collie Farah of the Kiawah Conservancy and Natalie Olson of the Lowcountry Land Trust talk about their organizations joint efforts to preserve and protect land and wildlife on Kiawah and the sea islands.

TOKI TALK-S2 E4 Pt1 - Collie Farah of the Kiawah Conservancy and Natalie Olson of the Lowcountry Land Trust talk about their organizations joint efforts to preserve and protect land and wildlife on Kiawah and the sea islands.

TOKI Talk  S1 E3 - Meet Your Newest Council Members, Madeleine Kaye and Luke Farrell.  Learn how they came to live on Kiawah and why they chose to run for Town Council.

TOKI Talk - S1 Ep 2  - On this episode, WCSC-TV 5 Anchor/Reporter Meredith Blair introduces us to Mayor Brad Belt, who was sworn into office in April 2024. Tune in to learn about his background, as well as hear updates on key development projects and important issues on the island.

TOKI Talk - S1 Ep 1 - Welcome to our brand new podcast TOKI Talk.  In this episode Town Council Member Michael Heidingsfelder introduces us to Chief Ryan Kunitzer of the St Johns Fire Department.  We will learn about his background as a firefighter and about the St Johns Fire Depart's role in protecting the residents of Kiawah Island and the surrounding communities.

In this episode, Council Member Brad Belt and Council Member Russell Berner speak with John Zlogar about his work with the Johns Island Advocate and the Johns Island Task Force, as well as his views on local development topics and how the community can stay engaged in these processes.

In this episode, Council Member Brad Belt speaks with Retired Deputy Chief Jackie Stanley of the St. John's Fire Department (STJFD) about his career and personal life, how the island and fire department have changed over the years, and his plans for retirement.  In February, Stanley was recognized for his 43 years of dedicated service by Town Council and February 6, 2024, was proclaimed &quot...

In this episode, Mayor Pro-Tempore Michael Heidingsfelder speaks with Town Administrator Stephanie Tillerson about Stephanie’s background, her work at the Town, how the island has changed over time, and her thoughts on future work of the Town.