Inside Northwest Columbus

In a world of endless scrolling, what if the real luxury is connection? In this episode of Inside Northwest Columbus, I sit down with Gretchen Bonasera, founder of Goodnight Investments and the visionary behind two of the city’s most exclusive bourbon and whiskey clubs: 80 East Powell and 114 West Central. These aren’t just places to sip rare spirits—they’re thoughtfully designed spaces where memb...

Meet The Buckeye Lady: Columbus’s Sweetest Entrepreneur Some treats satisfy your sweet tooth—others tell a story. In this episode of Inside Northwest Columbus, I’m joined by Alicia Hindman, better known as The Buckeye Lady, the creative force behind a wildly popular twist on Ohio’s most iconic confection. What started as a simple pandemic project quickly grew into a thriving business: stuffed buck...

Some places feed your body. Others feed your soul. In this episode of Inside Northwest Columbus, I’m joined by Tatiana Vilenchuk, owner of Romashka, the beloved Eastern European deli that’s become a vibrant hub for food, culture, and connection in our neighborhood. Tatiana is much more than a small business owner—she’s a community builder. As a leader in Columbus’s Russian-speaking community, she’...

Style doesn’t stop at your closet—it lives in your home, too. In this episode of Inside Northwest Columbus, I sit down with Monica Lewis, President of JS Brown & Co., one of Central Ohio’s most trusted names in home remodeling and design-build renovation. We’re shifting the focus from fashion to interiors to explore what’s in, what’s out, and where to spend smart if you’re thinking about updat...

Fall is here, and with it comes more than just cozy layers and richer colors—it’s an opportunity to reconnect with your personal style. In this episode of Inside Northwest Columbus, I’m joined by two women helping Columbus look (and feel) its best this season: Courtney Smith, founder of Surreal Style, and Alise Ghanem, owner of ModeAlise Boutique in Worthington. Together, we’re talking about fall...

Did you know Columbus is ranked as the third largest city in the country for fashion design? Most people don’t — but Nia Noelle wants to change that. In this premiere episode of Inside Northwest Columbus, I sit down with Nia Noelle, the powerhouse Program Director behind Fashion Week Columbus, to talk about how our city has become a national force in fashion—and why it’s time more people took noti...

Discover sustainable fashion in Columbus, Ohio with nationally recognized designer Celeste Malvar Stewart. Known for her hand-felted couture garments and commitment to slow fashion, Celeste is redefining the Columbus fashion scene. In this episode, we talk about artistry, sustainability, and how clothing can carry meaning and memory. If you care about style, craftsmanship, or local designers, this...

Welcome to Inside Northwest Columbus, the premier Columbus, Ohio, community podcast celebrating the vibrant business community and inspiring stories that make Columbus, Ohio, extraordinary. As the audio companion to Northwest Columbus City Lifestyle magazine, each episode takes you inside the lives of local entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community champions who are shaping our community's fu...