Listen in as we talk to people we like to think of as "Seacoast Legends". Focused around Southern Maine, Seacoast Threads tells stories, shows the people and relives the things that make this area so amazing.
In this episode of Seacoast Threads Talk, Derek sits down with longtime Ogunquit icon Jonnathan West, owner of the renowned Jonathan’s Restaurant. For decades, Jonathan’s has been a cornerstone of the local dining scene—known for its farm-to-table focus, its commitment to the community, and its role as one of Ogunquit’s most recognizable gathering spots. Jonathan shares the story behind building a restaurant that has stood the test of time and the evolution of Ogunquit’s food and hospitality ...
13 Oct 2025
Episode 11: Brady Innes | Hoppi's Barbershop
Brady Innes owns Hoppi's Barbershop that has locations in Kittery, York, and Cape Neddick Maine. We sit down and talk about his experience in owning a business and how he got there and all things barbers.
24 Sept 2025
Episode 10: Swell House & Talking Threads
Swell House is a cafe located in Cape Neddick, Maine. They offer coffee and breakfast empanadas and have recently began to expand into evening beers. Live music and many different community events are a part of their makeup. Talking Threads is an vintage clothing store located in Ogunquit, Maine that specializes vintage clothing and upcycle pieces.
6 Dec 2024
Episode 9: Officer Michael Taddei | Major The Comfort Dog
Officer Michael Taddei discusses how Major The Comfort Dog, a social media sensation, brings comfort and hope to the Southern Maine community through his pioneering comfort dog program.
3 Dec 2024
Episode 8: Michael Disalvo | Beach Bum Threads
Michael Disalvo shares the story of how he and his wife grew Beach Bum Threads from a small local business into a multi-location success while raising a young family.
6 Nov 2024
Southern Maine Real Estate Episode 1: House Hacking as a First Time Homebuyer
I sit down to share a short introduction of my experience purchasing a home when I was 20 years old and how I make it work for me. Join me on November 26th at the Wiggly Bridge Distillery for a First Time Homebuyers Workshop. Link to sign up is below!https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-time-homebuyerinvestor-workshop-tickets-1048968833017
28 Oct 2024
Episode 7: Dave & Amanda Woods | Wiggly Bridge Distillery
Dave and Amanda are the proprietors of Wiggly Bridge Distillery, Burnette's Campground, Auto Spa Car Wash and many other small businesses in Southern Maine.Tune in to listen to them discuss small business in York, Maine and Question 12 on the York Ballot this election season.
22 Aug 2024
Episode 6: Mia Getzik
Mia Getzik is the owner of Goodstock Maine, a permanent jewelry and charm bar that has recently blown up on TikTok. Mia discusses the reality of blowing up on social media and becoming busy in a small town as a new small business.Be sure to visit Goodstock Maine in Kennebunk, ME and check her out online!https://www.goodstockmaine.com/
17 Jul 2024
Episode 5: Lauren Mendoza | Slack Tide Salt
Lauren Mendoza, owner of Slack Tide Sea Salt, shares her vision for sustainable sea salt production and community-driven partnerships in coastal Maine.
17 Jul 2024
Episode 5: Lauren Mendoza
We are lucky to have Lauren Mendoza on the podcast who is the owner of Slack Tide Sea Salt out of York Harbor, Maine. Slack Tide harvests salt water from outside of York Harbor and evaporates it in greenhouses to sell handcrafted sea salt. They have fostered deep connections in the Town of York and partner up with local non-profits like the York Historical society to help them fundraise at their upcoming annual auction. Click the links below to learn more!
Purchase Sea Salt Online: https://slacktidemaine.com/
Old York Historical Society: https://oldyork.org/upcoming-events/
9 Jul 2024
Episode 4: Charlotte Tragard
Charlotte Tragard is the curator at the Ogunquit Heritage Museum in Ogunquit, Maine. She is a historian who has a wealth of knowledge on the history of Ogunquit, Maine and the Southern Maine Seacoast. The Ogunquit Heritage Museum currently has a display on Mount Agamenticus, the Ogunquit Village School, and artist Walt Kuhn. They're open Tuesday-Saturday 1PM-5PM through October.
9 Jul 2024
Episode 4: Charlotte Tragard | Ogunquit Heritage Museum
Charlotte Tragard, curator at Ogunquit Heritage Museum, shares her expertise on Ogunquit's history and the museum's exhibits, offering a unique perspective on the Seacoast's rich cultural heritage.
10 Apr 2024
Episode 3: Shane Smith
Shane Smith owns Smith's All Natural Leather Balm out of York, Maine. They specialize in All Natural Leather Balm that is used to clean, restore and seal leather products. They recently opened a store in York Village and sell handcrafted leather products from different makers around America.
www.smithsallnatural.com
www.seacoastthreads.com
10 Apr 2024
Episode 3: Shane Smith | Smith's All Natural Leather Balm
Shane Smith shares insights on his all-natural leather balm products, showcasing the benefits of using handcrafted, eco-friendly leather care solutions.
5 Apr 2024
Episode 2: Franman
Derek sits down with the infamous Franman of Ogunquit, Maine and Franman Transportation to talk stories, Ogunquit, and running a business.
You can purchase the "Small Town, Big Shot" hoodies and T-shirts on our website now!
www.seacoastthreads.com
www.franmantransport.com
5 Apr 2024
Episode 2: Thomas Franey | Franman Transportation
Derek chats with Franman of Franman Transportation about running his Ogunquit, Maine business and shares stories from the seacoast community that inspire entrepreneurship and community spirit.
9 Mar 2024
Episode 1: Steve Einstein
Steve Einstein was the owner of Einstein's Deli in Ogunquit from 1975 to 1995. He was a member of the Ogunquit budget committee, a town selectman and on the Ogunquit Chamber Board. He is now apart of the Ogunquit Performing Arts Committee.
www.ogunquitperformingarts.org
www.seacoastthreads.com
9 Mar 2024
Episode 1: Steve Einstein | Einstein's Ogunquit
Steve Einstein, Ogunquit local legend, shares stories from his tenure as owner of Einstein's Deli and his lasting impact on the community's cultural and economic development.
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