One Year Down, Many More To Go | Ep 56 | Snackin' & Yakkin'

One Year Down, Many More To Go | Ep 56 | Snackin' & Yakkin'

One year in, episode 56, and I'm still here, still snackin', still yakkin', and still somehow talking my way into a brand-new season of this weird little show I love. This episode is my one-year anniversary, and I'm not gonna lie, I got a little sentimental about it. I'm talking about the new intro, the new hat, the new look, the new season, the whole deal. I also got to hear voicemails from some of the best people around, and they had me laughing, choking up, and regretting every squid chip decision I've ever made. If you've been here since two iterations ago in the garage days, you know exactly how far this thing has come. If you're new, welcome. I'm Big Ben Kennedy, and this show is still exactly what I wanted it to be, a place to meet good people, hear real stories, eat some snacks, and give Charleston a little more room to show off the supremely talented folks hiding in plain sight. In this episode, I talk about why I started Snackin' & Yakkin', why I keep doing it every week, why the guests matter so much, and why I still think the best part of this whole thing is the community around it. We also crack into the old mystery box, revisit a few cursed snacks, unveil the snack labels behind the old logo, and celebrate with an unreal cake from Daddy's Girls Bakery in North Charleston. That cake was no joke. Thanks for being here for year one. I'm not going anywhere. See you every Monday!

Diggin' On Some Mini Donuts w/Dave Magdeburger of Donut Daddy | Ep 55 | Snackin' & Yakkin'

Mini donuts, black coffee, food truck stories, and a whole lot of nonsense with Dave Magdeburger of Donut Daddy SC. This one has it all. Big Ben sits down with Dave from Donut Daddy, Charleston's mobile catering doughnut service, and the conversation goes exactly where you'd hope it would go, food truck life, the jump from tacos to donuts, the South Carolina Food Truck Coalition, weddings, festivals, and why mini donuts just work better for everybody. There's also a very serious amount of talk about crispy bits, French toast donuts, Cadbury mini eggs, and why a hot mini donut less than 10 seconds out of the fryer is basically a small miracle. And yes, coffee gets involved. Ben takes on a decaf latte like a man making bad decisions before 9 a.m., while Dave keeps it classic with black coffee and the sugar coming straight from the donuts. That alone should tell you everything you need to know. If you like food trucks, Charleston eats, behind-the-scenes catering stories, Baltimore roots, and two guys completely losing track of time while eating donuts on camera, this episode is for you. Follow @donutdaddysc on Instagram and Facebook to see where the truck is headed next, then come back and tell us which flavor you'd grab first, cinnamon sugar, French toast, chocolate sprinkle, or the Cadbury Bird Nest special.

Sharin' a Tale of a Whale w/Vickie Griffin | Ep 54 | Snackin' & Yakkin'

A cross-country van adventure, whale facts, Alaska stories, and oatmeal cream pies. Yeah, this one goes everywhere. On this episode of Snackin' & Yakkin', BIG Ben Kennedy sits down with Vickie Griffin, a fellow medic with a whole lot of stories and one serious road trip behind her. Vickie spent 2025 chasing a new life on the road, building out her tiny van, heading west, and ending up in Alaska with a front-row seat to whales, glaciers, bald eagles, sea lions, prairie dogs, the Badlands, Yellowstone, Route 66, and the kind of sights that make you stop talking for a minute and just stare. She tells the story the way it should be told, with the funny stuff, the wild stuff, the practical stuff, and the parts that make you say, "Wait, you did what?" If you've ever thought about living tiny, traveling solo, or just wanted to hear what Alaska really looks like through somebody's eyes, this episode is packed with it. About this episode's presenting sponsor: MDM Travel specializes in turning dream vacations into unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re planning a relaxing cruise, an all-inclusive resort getaway, a family adventure, or a custom vacation package, MDM Travel provides personalized service and expert guidance every step of the way. With a focus on making travel simple, stress-free, and tailored to your needs, MDM Travel helps clients explore the world with confidence while creating memories that last a lifetime. Visit mdmtravel.com to plan your dream trip today!

Grillin' Dogs The Dirt Road Way w/Coach Chef Frank of Dirt Road Grub | Ep 53 | Snackin' & Yakkin'

Big Ben Kennedy is snackin' & yakkin' with Coach Chef Frank of Dirt Road Grub, and this one gets wild fast. We're talking beef brisket hot dogs from Charlotte, NC based company Gleezy, with a twist, and a whole lot of talk about coaching, teaching, cooking, bourbon, and building something real from the ground up. Coach Chef Frank came through ready to work. He brought the history, the hustle, and the flavor. We talk about his journey from juvenile justice to the classroom to coaching, why middle school kids are at that fork in the road, and how food became another lane for him to build in. Then we get into those Gleezy dogs, the Carolina-style sauce, the toasted bun, and the Dirt Road way of doing things. And yes, there's a French toast sausage roll situation in here too, because apparently normal was not invited. If you like food talk with real stories, low-country energy, and a host who will absolutely lose his mind over a good hot dog, this episode is for you. Follow Coach Chef Frank on fb: @dirt.roadgame insta: @dirtroadjerk tiktok: @coachcheffrank

Chattin' Charleston & Crab Dip w/Devin & DJ Dukes of Shrimp City Report | Ep 52 | Snackin' & Yakkin'

Devin Dukes and DJ Dukes of the Shrimp City Report stopped by Snackin' & Yakkin' for a long one, and this one goes everywhere in the best way. Charleston podcasting, Best of Charleston 2026, Wikipedia rabbit holes, old encyclopedias, brisket, wrestling, ghosts, the Battery, the RiverDogs, and yes, a whole lot of snackin' and yakkin'.The Shrimp City Report is a Charleston podcast built around local people, local stories, and the kind of conversations that actually sound like Charleston. Devin and DJ break down how they got started, why the name fits, and how they've turned their show into a catalog of the city's food, music, art, sports, business, and all the weird little corners that make this place what it is.We also get into what it takes to keep a local show moving, how they find guests, why long-form conversations still matter, and what they want Shrimp City Report to become next. There's talk about MLW, Danny McBride, Bobby Hartin, the Charleston Battery supporters group The Regiment, and why Lewis Barbecue keeps ending up at the top of the list. If you know, you know.And of course, there are dips. Crab dip, shrimp dip, PBR, Old Bay, and enough side talk to keep the whole thing moving. It's one of those episodes that starts with food and ends up being about Charleston, community, and trying to build something people actually care about.