Here For The Health of It

In this episode, we sit down with Ashanti Thomas, entrepreneur, creative visionary, and owner of SWIFF Brand. Originally from Charleston, South Carolina, Ashanti has built SWIFF into a lifestyle brand focused on creativity, culture, and community. We dive into Ashanti's journey from idea to brand, the realities of building a business from the ground up, overcoming challenges, creating a lastin...

Grayson and Scottlyn McCullough are the husband-and-wife team behind Lean Kitchen, a rapidly growing healthy meal prep concept in South Carolina. Passionate about health, wellness, and community, they've dedicated themselves to helping people fuel their lives with convenient, nutritious meals. We dive into entrepreneurship, balancing business and family, building a successful brand, and the le...

Brian Harbison is the owner of Alpha Male Men's Clinic and a Physician Assistant with over 25 years of medical experience. Passionate about helping men perform at their highest level, Brian works with patients on hormone optimization, weight loss, energy, vitality, and overall wellness. In this episode, we dive into testosterone, men's health, aging, performance, and what men can do today...

Brandon West is the founder of Front Page Pop, an entertainment and pop culture media brand covering celebrity news, reality TV, and trending entertainment stories. Since launching the platform in 2017, he has grown Front Page Pop into a recognized destination for entertainment coverage while building a loyal audience across digital and social media. In this episode, Brandon shares his journey as...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sharon Webb, founder and lead physician of Southern Regenerative and Neurological Wellness. Dr. Webb is a board-certified neurosurgeon with more than two decades of experience in neurological surgery, endovascular neurosurgery, and regenerative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and holds distinguis...

In this episode, we sit down with Nicci Smith, best known as the mother of Tanner Smith from Love on the Spectrum. While many viewers know her through Tanner’s journey on the show, this conversation is all about Nicci’s story. We talk about her life, her marriage, raising her children, and the values that have shaped her family. Nicci also shares her passion for fitness and healthy living, how she...

On this episode, we sit down with the team behind HUSTL Sports Performance — Travis Tourville and Grayson Greiner. We dive into athlete development, elite performance training, leadership, mindset, recovery, and what it takes to build athletes for long-term success both on and off the field. HUSTL Sports Performance is focused on helping athletes maximize their potential through high-level coachin...

In this episode, we sit down with Brad Stutts and Aaron Eish from Alloy Personal Training Rosewood, to talk about the future of fitness, personal training, and building a results-driven gym community. We discuss the Alloy training model, why strength training and accountability matter more than fitness fads, and how Alloy has built a national reputation around personalized coaching and sustainable...

In this episode, we sit down with Rachel, an Enneagram coach and creator of Let’s Type About It, to unpack how personality patterns shape the way we think, connect, communicate, and grow. Rachel helps people identify their Enneagram type, understand the deeper motivations behind their behavior, and break free from patterns that keep them stuck. We talk about the real purpose of the Enneagram beyon...

In this episode, we sit down with entrepreneur Courtney Boomer, owner of ScaleUp with Courtney, a digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses grow with intention and strategy. Courtney shares her unique journey, from a background in systems and business analytics to building her own successful agency. Growing up around the trades, she brings a practical approach to marketing and scaling...

Ashley and Chad Elsey are the husband-and-wife team behind Melrose Market, an exciting new concept bringing a fresh take on American dining to Columbia, South Carolina. With Ashley’s background in communications and marketing and Chad’s role as owner and operating partner, the duo combines creative vision with hands-on hospitality experience. Melrose Market is set to introduce a vibrant, community...

In this episode, we sit down with Tara McCoy, Owner and Senior Travel Advisor at Two Sisters Travel, to talk about what it really takes to design meaningful, stress-free travel experiences. With nearly two decades of experience creating custom trips, Tara shares how travel has evolved, what people are craving most right now, and why working with a travel advisor can completely change your experien...

In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Jones, coordinator of the Richland County Ag + Art Tour in Richland County, South Carolina. Amanda helps organize this free, self-guided tour that connects the community with local farms, artists, and makers. We talk about what goes into running the tour, why it matters for local agriculture, and how it brings thousands of people out to experience farm life...

Meet Kylie Bissell, owner and founder of Hot Girl Cycle Club, a fitness community built around empowerment, movement, and connection. Originally from Arizona, Kylie took an unconventional path - attending college in Hawaii where she studied marine mammal training before working at SeaWorld San Antonio. After relocating, she shifted her focus to pursue her passion for fitness, ultimately creating H...

In this episode of For the Health of It, we sit down with Hari P. Cheedella, Executive Director of QC Kinetix West Columbia. Hari is an entrepreneur who transitioned into regenerative medicine in 2024 after spending over 20 years working with automotive and aerospace companies. Today, he’s helping serve the Columbia community through innovative, non-surgical regenerative treatments designed to hel...

Amanda Bertoncini is a media personality, podcast host, and reality TV alum who first gained wide attention as one of the stars on Bravo’s Princesses: Long Island, the 2013 reality series that followed a group of ambitious young women navigating life, love, and family on Long Island. Since her time on television, Amanda has built a dynamic career in media and storytelling. She is the creator and h...

Liz Walpole is the owner of Temple Columbia, a personal training and group fitness studio in Columbia, South Carolina. At Temple, Liz leads a team of nationally certified trainers with more than 30 years of combined experience. She is passionate about creating a supportive, professional environment where clients feel confident and cared for... no matter their fitness level. In this episode, we tal...

In this episode, we sit down with Ally (Aleka Selig), owner and founder of Ally & Eloise, a bakery that has become a staple in Columbia, South Carolina. Ally talks about her path from studying Studio Art and Art History at Sewanee to earning a degree in Culinary Art and Management from the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City, and how blending creativity with business shaped the wa...

In this episode, we sit down with R.B. Gallup, President of Gallup Design Build, a premier luxury custom home builder serving the Greater Columbia and Lake Murray areas of South Carolina. Gallup Design Build is known for its seamless design-build process, guiding clients from initial concept through architectural planning, interior design, and construction with a strong focus on communication, org...

Victoria Stambolitis is the owner of The Hangar Provisions, a locally owned coffee house based in Lexington, South Carolina. She is passionate about community-centered business, quality coffee, and creating welcoming spaces that bring people together. The Hangar Provisions was nominated for SC Best Coffee House 2025, recognizing its impact and growing presence in the South Carolina small business...

Shannon Henry and Brett Brown are nationally respected leaders in survivor advocacy, trauma-informed program design, and systems-level violence prevention. They serve as co-founders of The Banks and as executive leaders at SASS Go, bringing decades of combined experience to their work with survivors and the professionals who support them. Together, Shannon and Brett have trained and advised attorn...

Lucy Blair is a mom of five, postpartum doula, and certified sleep consultant with a passion for supporting families during the most tender seasons of parenthood. She is the owner and founder of Bundle & Bliss and The Babysitter Collective, where she helps parents feel confident, supported, and well-rested through expert newborn care, postpartum support, and trusted childcare solutions. Throug...

Kelvin Davis is an author, model, speaker, and advocate for body positivity and modern masculinity. He is the founder of Notoriously Dapper and one of the first Big & Tall style influencers, as well as the first Black Big & Tall model for GAP and Target. Kelvin is the NAACP Image Award–nominated author of Notoriously Dapper: How to Be a Modern Gentleman and is anticipating the release of h...

Meredith is the founder of House of Birdie Interiors, a full-service interior design firm known for its eclectic, layered approach that blends modern and traditional design. With a keen eye for texture, pattern, and color, Meredith creates timeless, personalized spaces that truly feel like home. House of Birdie Interiors collaborates closely with architects and builders, offering services ranging...

Jacob isn’t just a business owner; he’s a community builder. As the force behind one of the Midlands’ most loved local coffee shops (and a podcast host himself), Jacob brings a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, storytelling, and what it really means to create a space that feels like home. We dive into his journey with Piecewise Coffee, the challenges and wins of running a neighborhood staple...