This Black History Month, discover the Grand Strand's history with the award-winning podcast CHARLIE'S PLACE, which takes listeners on a journey through the legendary Myrtle Beach venue's history—revealing the truth behind its origins, the challenges it faced and the vibrant community it brought together.
It's a tale of triumph and tragedy, of resilience and joy, of a place where music did more than entertain—it changed lives and shaped a movement.
Released in summer 2025, the five-episode, documentary-style podcast series hosted by filmmaker Rhym Guissé, uncovers the unbelievable true story of the revolutionary Myrtle Beach juke joint that brought communities together through the power of music.
Segregation was the law in the 1940s and 1950s, but Charlie's Place had its own rules—Black and White people were welcome to enjoy some of the greatest musicians of our time: Little Richard, Count Basie, Ray Charles, Duke Ellington, Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald and many more.
In the podcast CHARLIE'S PLACE, Guissé shares the remarkable story of resilience and unity of a community and the transformative power of music.
"Working on this project showed me the beauty of preserving Black legacy with care. Storytelling isn't just creative work — it's about honoring culture and history, and I feel truly honored to carry that responsibility," said Guissé.
To listen for free, visit www.charliesplaceshow.com.
Tours led by the City of Myrtle Beach Neighborhood Services place visitors at the physical site of Charlie’s Place, located along Carver Street in the heart of Myrtle Beach's Booker T Washington neighborhood, an area long documented as a center of Black-owned businesses, entertainment, and tourism during segregation. By walking the site and its immediate surroundings, participants gain context that written history alone cannot provide. Tour Charlie's Place.
