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License to Chill: The Margaritaville Podcast

Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett
Margaritaville
Cape Cod
Los Lonely Boys
Music
Lake Tahoe
Hyannis
Games
Cozumel
Margaritaville At Sea Islander
Russ Kunkel
New Year's Eve
Tahoe Night Monsters
Comedy
Social Interaction
Belize
Friendship
Tis the Season
Major League Baseball
Doobie Brothers

The Margaritaville Podcast is your weekly, 30-minute escape! Join longtime friends and tropical lifestyle enthusiasts, Ryan Middledorf and Patrick McDonald as they bring you engaging conversations from eclectic personalities and explore ways to live the Margaritaville lifestyle each and every day.

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This week on the show, the legendary Kenny Loggins joins Ryan and Patrick to talk about his new doumentary, “Kenny Loggins: Conviction of the Heart”, his experience writing some of the most notable soundtrack hits of all time and his recent collabora... more

This week on License to Chill, Ryan and Patrick talk with four team members at different Margaritaville's throughout the world and discuss how they're celebrating the Summer of Music at their resorts. Enjoy!

This week on the show, Patrick and Ryan welcome Robert Lester Folsom - a musician with an incredible sound and an incredible story. Enjoy!

This week on the show, Patrick talks to world-renowned musician, Angélique Kidjo about her new album, HOPE!! Listen today wherever you get your music.

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Recent Guests

Blaine McCurry
Director of Marketing for Margaritaville Times Square
Margaritaville Times Square
Episode: Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Maria Sagirre
Senior Brand Manager, Margaritaville Island Reserve properties
Charisma Hotels and Resorts / Margaritaville Island Reserve
Episode: Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Katie Roberts
Director of Marketing, Margaritaville Hotel, Kansas City
Margaritaville Hotel, Kansas City
Episode: Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Rachel Thayer
Resort General Manager, Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod
Episode: Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Robert Lester Folsom
Musician with a remarkably comeback story and roots music artist
Independent artist / musician
Episode: Rediscovery with Robert Lester Folsom
Angélique Kidjo
Beninese musician, actress and activist
Self
Episode: HOPE!! with Angélique Kidjo
Robert Greenidge
Steel pan legend, longtime Coral Reefer Band member
Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band
Episode: Remembering Robert Greenidge | 1950 - 2026
Carl Hiaasen
Premier Florida writer, author of Hoot and Fever Beach
Author
Episode: Hoot at 20 with Carl Hiaasen
Amy Grant
Legendary singer-songwriter, multiple Grammys recipient, back with new album
Episode: The Me That Remains with Amy Grant

Hosts

Ryan Middledorf
Host of License to Chill: The Margaritaville Podcast, frequently discusses Margaritaville lifestyle and guest experiences
Patrick McDonald
Co-host and main on-air presence; guides conversations around lifestyle, music, and Margaritaville culture

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Meh

    This used to be a show about Jimmy Buffett’s music. Now it is just a corporate advertisement for the resorts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PR 3672
    United States2 years ago
  • Meh

    These guys used to be fun to listen to with lots of Jimmy Buffett music. Now it just another add. Let they guy be more or their original crazy!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PR 3672
    United States2 years ago
  • My happy podcast

    Each episode of this podcast makes me smile. Ryan and Patrick do such a great job of bringing the Margaritaville lifestyle to each show. I look forward to listening each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SmokeeBS
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank you

    So… I enjoy listening to you Friday nights. Found this and like it. Your tribute podcast caused me to cry most of the way around the course while cutting greens. Keep up the great work and love you guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    turf and curling ice dude
    Canada3 years ago
  • Broken hearted

    Thank you for the “Remembering” episode. You guys did a great job on a difficult day. We needed this episode, so truly thank you both. Our hearts go out to Jimmy’s family and of course all our Parrothead family. Fins up everyone, it’s been a lovely cruise 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MainelyMargaritaville
    United States3 years ago

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Fans appreciate the nostalgia and camaraderie between hosts, plus occasional deep dives into guest crafts.
The hosts bring a warm, lifestyle-forward vibe with lots of music and guest stories.
Some listeners feel the show has become more sponsorship- and resort-focused over time.

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Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Q: What future activations or collaborations can guests expect at Margaritaville resorts?
Upcoming activations include ongoing collaborations with Broadway shows, expanded Sunset Series performances, and seasonal events like year-end rooftop celebrations, all designed to keep the Margaritaville vibe fresh and engaging.
Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Q: Where do you source the local talent for these performances, and how do you decide who performs where?
Local talent is sourced primarily from nearby artists and rotating guests, vetted by a booking agent to fit the space, with careful placement of performers to match daytime pool vibes versus evening dining atmospheres.
Celebrating the Summer of Music with Margaritaville Resorts
Q: How is the Summer of Music shaping the guest experience across different Margaritaville properties?
The guest experience is being elevated through coordinated programming, live entertainment, themed events, and local partnerships that tailor the music and activities to each property's vibe, from Times Square to the Riviera Maya and beyond.
Rediscovery with Robert Lester Folsom
Q: How has touring evolved for you, being back on the road later in life?
He emphasizes physical resilience from his prior work in painting, the practicality of long tours, and how engaging with young audiences keeps the music relevant while balancing family life.
Rediscovery with Robert Lester Folsom
Q: What sparked your initial return to music after the long period away?
He describes a confluence of rediscovered recordings, interest from indie labels, and a surprising vinyl renaissance that reignited his career, coupled with a supportive family that encouraged him to pursue the opportunity.

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A breezy, lifestyle-oriented interview show that blends travel, music, and pop-culture nostalgia with entertaining personal stories. Across episodes, hosts helm conversations with veteran musicians, entertainers, and notable collaborators tied to the Margaritaville universe, plus guests from space research and other tangential realms. Typical episodes mix career highlights, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and aspirational takes on a relaxed, tropical-leaning lifestyle, often punctuated by live performances or musical closings. The show stands out for its warm, friendship-driven tone and its willingness to weave broad cultural moments into a Margaritaville-flavored world, making it appealing to fans of Jimmy Buffett's circle and listeners seeki... more

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2. Maria Sagirre
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4. Rachel Thayer
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