The Preach Jacobs Podcast

How did hip hop culture force the comic book industry to adapt? In this educational episode of The Preach Jacobs Podcast , we sit down with world-renowned illustrator and Eisner Award winner Sanford Greene . Best known for the culturally landmark series Bitter Root and his extensive work with Marvel , Sanford joins the show to break down the deep, historical connection between the beats of hip hop...

This week on The Preach Jacobs Show , I sit down with Ginna Green , Founder of Horizon Philanthropy and Partner & Chief Strategy Officer at Uprise. We unpack how philanthropy really works, who controls the money, and why strategy is the difference between a moment and a movement. If you care about culture, power, and building sustainable platforms for Black creativity — this one’s for you. Als...

In Episode 287 of The All About Nothing podcast , Barrett Gruber is joined by activist and artist Preach Jacobs for a deep dive into the state of our community and the recent election cycle . The conversation explores the damaging impact of misinformation on the electoral process and the vital role media plays in shaping public perception. From the logistics of local politics and city management t...

In this episode, I sit down with Columbia City Council At-Large member  Aditi Bussells , who’s running for re-election. We talk about what she’s learned during her first term, the challenges that come with serving the entire city, and her vision for where Columbia goes next. Aditi opens up about: Why she chose to run for re-election and what unfinished work keeps her motivated. The biggest is...

Our guest this week is  Jared Johnson , candidate for  Columbia City Council At-Large . Johnson talks about what it means to represent  the whole city , not just one district, and his focus on community investment, public safety, and creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs. We also explore the challenges facing Columbia’s growth and how new leadership can help shape a more in...

In this episode of  The Preach Jacobs Podcast , we sit down with  Jessica Thomas , a community advocate and candidate for  Mayor of Columbia, SC . Thomas shares her vision for a more connected, transparent, and forward-thinking city—touching on affordable housing, small-business development, and how to restore trust in local government. We dig into what inspired her to run, how she...

In this episode, host Preach Jacobs engages in a deep conversation with hip hop producer MIDIMarc about the evolution of Southern hip hop, the importance of local identity, and the influence of Southern music on the genre. They discuss personal experiences with music, the impact of hip hop on mental health, and the significance of community support in creative pursuits. The episode also touches on...

In this episode of the Preach Jacobs podcast, host Preach Jacobs speaks with Ashley McCall, a community advocate and candidate for city council. They discuss Ashley's journey from social work to politics, her vision for addressing homelessness, the importance of retaining young talent in Columbia, and her mental health tech startup, Wello Health. The conversation emphasizes the need for community...

In this episode , host Preach Jacobs discusses various themes including the importance of creative work, reflections on recent films, and personal insights on mental health. He emphasizes the need for artists to focus on their craft without worrying about audience size, shares his thoughts on a recent film that resonated with him, and opens up about the challenges of discussing mental health withi...

In this episode of the Preach Jacobs Podcast, host Preach Jacobs engages with Sam Johnson, a candidate for City Council in Columbia, South Carolina. They discuss the importance of political engagement, especially among young people of color, and the challenges of building trust in local politics. Johnson shares tangible actions that community members can take to get involved, emphasizing the need...

The conversation revolves around the Soul House Art Gallery and its mission to foster community engagement through art and conversation. Preach Jacobs, the owner, discusses the importance of storytelling, the role of poetry in society, and the intersection of art and activism. Nikki Finney, a renowned poet, columnist and activist, shares her insights on the significance of empathy, the challenges...

In this episode of the Preach Jacobs Podcast, Preach Jacobs (@preachjacobs) sits down with Mike Miller, former entertainment editor of The State newspaper and author of "Hootie: How the Blowfish Put Pop into Pop Rock" to talk about journalism with his time at The State, the music scene, and what writers and artists should do now in the Palmetto State.  🎟️ Get tickets to SoulHAUS Sessions at&n...

In this episode of the Preach Jacobs Podcast, Preach Jacobs (@preachjacobs) sits down with artist Dre Lopez (@infidel_castro_x) to reflect on the first SoulHAUS Sessions event with Nikky Finney, talk about the arts scene in Columbia, and share thoughts on culture and creativity. 🎟️ Get tickets to SoulHAUS Sessions at  kogercenterforthearts.com 🎶 Intro song: “Fantastic” by Preach Jacobs, from...

In this episode of the  Preach Jacobs Podcast , Preach Jacobs (@preachjacobs) sits down with Adia Nicole of  A Vibe Called Yoga  (@avibecalledyoga) to discuss her program at SoulHAUS Gallery at the Koger Center for the Arts, the challenges faced by Black yoga instructors, and the importance of creating inclusive yoga spaces for the Black community. 🎟️ Get tickets to  SoulHAUS S...

In the debut episode of the  Preach Jacobs Podcast , Preach Jacobs (@preachjacobs)—Columbia, South Carolina writer, hip-hop artist, and gallerist—joins Barrett Gruber of  The All About Nothing Podcast.  Gruber flips the mic, asking Preach about his path as an artist and activist, his role as a cultural voice in Columbia, and the next chapter of his gallery SoulHAUS (@soulhaus.art) a...