Art Episode 36

Episode 36 Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with CEO Michael Smith and Gail Harrison Corvette of the Charleston Symphony Orchestra & Charleston Symphony O Orchestra League Charleston, SC

"So the Charleston Symphony is one of South Carolina's largest, professional performing arts organization. And we perform, large scale orchestral concerts with a big symphony orchestra of about, 70 or 80 musicians on stage at the Juilliard Center downtown. So, our flagship series, our masterworks and pops, our masterworks is really the great classical music, of the last 400 years."

Business Episode 35

Episode 35, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Guillermo Avila of 365 Digital Technologies Mauldin SC

"So what we primarily do is we do at its core, project consulting. So, a lot of companies will hire us to run, like, their enterprise level projects. Unfortunately, a lot of our businesses also in what we call project rescues. And that's generally when a client has gone over budget, maybe by a million, $2 million. They're maybe a year to two years past when that project is supposed to be delivered."

Business Episode 34

Episode 34, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Kelsay Pattillo with Luxe Marketing Co.

"Yeah. So a lot has evolved, actually, since our last conversation. I've refined my services to focus more on what really connects with my clients. So branding strategy, personal branding, more deeper high touch services. Kind of realizing, the problems that clients are needing and meeting those with a solution. So one of the biggest changes that have introduced is the looks VIP day, which is a, more in-depth, hands on branding experience for business owners who need that clarity and direction."

Business Episode 33

Episode 33, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Rob Hochstetler of Central Electric Power Cooperative

"So, there are 19 electric, just two distribution cooperatives in the state. In the area that I know you live. Mid Carolina is electric distribution cooperative. All across the country, distribution cooperatives partnered together and created generation partners. Sometimes we call ourselves generation and transmission cooperatives. And really we're their generation partner. We do the contracts and supply them power."

Artists Episode 32

Episode 32, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Stephen Russell Wilson of Trolls of Amsterdam

"I'm like, who cares? It's just a name. It's just a name, you know? Right. He's not a it just kind of stuck in it. There's some. It gets a little deeper. I think, Stefan might have had some type of, psychedelic experience in Amsterdam where the troll party started chasing him and thought they were going to kill him."

Business Episode 31

Episode 31, Talking South Carolina Podcast Check-In Interview with Special Guests, Craig & Meredith Amick, founders of Hollow Creek Distillery, Leesville, SC.

"we are basically all things distilled spirits. We've got a pretty broad product portfolio right now. We started out with moonshine, actually, on day one, it was just clear moonshine. And then over the next little while, we added different flavors. To make moonshine a little more approachable. And everybody likes flavor."

Authors Episode 30

Episode 30, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation

"And so whether it's Gullah or Geechee, it's largely oral. So therefore you don't find a lot of it in writing unless there's some academic or usually some non-cognitive person. There's the they had a hold on it that tried to describe it in a negative way. So speakers could try to access it. But what I found over the years is a lot of that stuff is wrong."

Business Episode 29

Episode 29, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Elisabeth Kovacs, of SC Future Makers.

"Well thank you. Again, South Carolina feature makers is a is the Workforce and Education Foundation, a nonprofit for the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance. And so, we had that connected dotted line right to the the South Kona Manufacturers Alliance represent South Carolina manufacturers. And manufacturing is a very large base in, in in the state of South Carolina."

Business Episode 28

Episode 28, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Frank Knapp, of the SC Small Business Chamber of Commerce.

"I co-founded the Soccer Small Business Chamber of Commerce back in the year 2000. So we're on a 25th year. So doing this for a long time, and we I co-founded it with some others because we realized that there was no organization that was representing the general interests of small businesses and only small businesses."

Music Episode 27

Episode 27, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Musical Artist Greg Bickley of Tokyo Joe

"The name is the band, right? It's, Because I'm not Joe. Really? No one named Joe. It's a term my guitar player used to play in Japan a lot. I started this band in 1990. 200. Different name is called Three Rings at the time. Like a three ring circus. Because I originally had this grand idea for a three part show with different things we were going to do, and it never developed into that."

Music Episode 26

Episode 26, the Talking South Carolina Podcast Check-In with Country Music Artist Elliot Poston Interview

"So, things have really been rocking and rolling since the last time you and I talked. It was August 14th, 24. And now we're in January of 25. And, as I predicted, and I'm saying this again, patting myself on the back here, you've gone beyond, I think, what you thought you were ever going to be at this point because you've been doing this this long, very long, right?"

Business Episode 25

Episode 25, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Special Guests, Craig & Meredith Amick, founders of Hollow Creek Distillery, Leesville, SC.

"we are basically all things distilled spirits. We've got a pretty broad product portfolio right now. We started out with moonshine, actually, on day one, it was just clear moonshine. And then over the next little while, we added different flavors. To make moonshine a little more approachable. And everybody likes flavor."

Business Episode 24

Episode 24, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Tracy Vreeland, PR Specialist for Santee Cooper

"We have, rebates for smart thermostats, which will be great in this because you can preheat or pre cool your house before, the peak time. We have rebates for Energy Star appliances. We have a small business energy saver program where we will go in to some of the small businesses and give them LED lighting or, better refrigeration."

South Carolina Episode 23

Episode 23, Talking South Carolina Podcast Part Two Interview with Brian Klauk, PE Director of the Carolina Crossroads Project Columbia, SC

"We've had at least 500 different professionals, working engineers and scientists on the front end. And you know, a tremendous number, hundreds of contractors, folks working on the back end, actually doing it, the work. And then there will be more. So we estimate about 1300 jobs will be created through the whole, kind of from here to the end of Carolina Crossroads, as it's built with about an $860 million influx to the local economy."

South Carolina Episode 22

Episode 22, Talking South Carolina Podcast Part One Interview with Brian Klauk, PE Director of the Carolina Crossroads Project Columbia, SC

"We've had at least 500 different professionals, working engineers and scientists on the front end. And you know, a tremendous number, hundreds of contractors, folks working on the back end, actually doing it, the work. And then there will be more. So we estimate about 1300 jobs will be created through the whole, kind of from here to the end of Carolina Crossroads, as it's built with about an $860 million influx to the local economy."

Music Episode 21

Episode 21, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with the amazing ladies of the Heart of Columbia Chorus, Columbia, SC

I would say it's, group of women that come together doing something they love every Thursday night, supporting each other in life, learning. You know, all of us came in different singing abilities. And so we all learn and grow together. And then we get to take that joy that we have on Thursday nights out into the community and perform.

Acting Episode 20

Episode 20, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Roseann Harpold Founder of Hauntfest, the spirit of Halloween all year round.

Welcome to HauntFest, where we summon the spirit of horror and Halloween all year round! Immerse yourself in the macabre delights of live music, art vendors, spine-chilling entertainment, and bewitching activities. This fiendish affair beckons dark spirits, midnight wanderers, witchy souls, and the eternally restless. It’s a dead man’s party!

Authors Episode 19

Episode 19, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Douglas Berry, Author of the Jasper-n-Friends children’s books Camden, SC

Having been in the military, you are going to find like and as you can imagine, the former Jasper, both there's teamwork in there and there's responsibility in there and there's integrity in there. And I mean, if you dig hard enough, you'll find them. And I actually think that's kind of cool because the kids will learn without feeling like they're actually learning.

Events Episode 18

Episode 18, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Carol Davis of Wreaths Across America Columbia, SC

Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach the next generation the value of freedom. It’s the mission of Wreaths Across America. You can join us by sponsoring a wreath, volunteering or partnering with us on National Wreaths Across America Day and every day. go to https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org and find a local participating cemetery to sponsor a wreath or volunteer.

Body & Soul Episode 17

Episode 17, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Anthony Buzzetti and Gold Medalist Travis Luthren from the Special Olympics of South Carolina

Special Olympics goes beyond the sports arena, actively promoting inclusion through initiatives like the “Unified Champion Schools Program.” With 330 South Carolina schools participating, the program aims to seamlessly integrate Special Olympics into school life, fostering an environment where it becomes as routine as any other school-wide program.

Art Episode 16

Episode 16, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with The Artist Karl WIlkes Wilkes Gallery of Art Columbia, SC

Today Angela interviews The Artist Karl Wilkes, who is world renowned for his works. He has even had works in the Smithsonian. Karl is from Columbia, SC and we are proud to see how successful he has become, yet still calls Columbia, SC home.

Music Episode 15

Episode 15, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Daryl Howard with the Cash Money Experience Band Columbia, SC

The Cash Money Experience Band is a 5 piece R&B band based out of Columbia, South Carolina. The Cash Money Experience Band has worked up and down the East Coast, performing for clubs, weddings, festivals, and live concerts. The Cash Money Experience Band is not a show, it's an experience!

Radio Episode 14

Episode 14, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with the Professor Harold Ballard with Beach Waves Radio Myrtle Beach, SC

I just was always interested in. And I think it probably started. I had a couple of sources. Well, my dad loved radio, and any time I'd be out with him, you know, we always had to be something on the radio. Back when car radios had to warm up before they would start playing, too. Right, right. Yeah. And then there were those times when, the TV would start acting funny and you had to call the local repair company.

Business Episode 13

Episode 13, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Drs. Mike McIntyre and Luke Sparaccio of McIntyre Family Chiropractic in Summerville, SC

Hey guys, today I have with me Doctor Luke and Doctor Mike from McIntyre. Family Chiropractic one of make sure I got that right in out of Summerville. So we're down that we're down south. Yeah. Sumerville's kind of become in the new Charleston, right?

Business Episode 12

Episode 12, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Kelsay Pattillo of Luxe Marketing Co. in Charleston, SC

At Luxe Marketing Co., we specialize in empowering creative businesses to thrive in their respective industries. Our boutique agency offers tailored services spanning digital marketing, personal branding, project management, and more.

Business Episode 11

Episode 11, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Elizabeth Anderson of Platform in MT. Pleasant, SC

Hey guys, today I have with me Elizabeth Anderson. She is with Platform in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, right outside of Charleston. And for us, that big bridge that everybody likes to run across. So thanks, Elizabeth, for joining me today.

Art Episode 10

Episode 10, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with City of Columbia, SC Mayor Daniel Rickenmann

Mayor Rickenmann, it was such a pleasure to talk with you! Thank you for taking time out of your very busy day to tell us more about the Columbia Streams Art Project. You have so many things going on in this project, and it’s wonderful to see how it has turned out and exciting to know where it’s going. Looking forward to hearing about your next project. See ya “Around Town.”

Art Episode 9

Episode 9, Talking South Carolina Podcast Interview with Asheton Reid of SC Venue Crisis

South Carolina’s small businesses are struggling to find affordable liability insurance. We’re doing our part to raise awareness of this issue and encourage SC citizens to ask their legislators to address what we are calling the SC Venue Crisis.

Business Episode 8

Episode 8, Talking South Carolina Patricia Goron of Ghostwalk Charleston, SC Interview

This is a one-of-a-kind Charleston Ghostwalk tour. Come listen to “at the moment” happenings, you will see photographic evidence and maybe have something happen on the tour!

Music Episode 7

Episode 7, Talking South Carolina Warren Wood of The Defibrillators Band Interview

Warren Wood and The Defibrillators Band are bringing their electrifying performance to Myrtle Beach, SC. Don't miss this chance to experience their high-energy show live!

Business Episode 6

Episode 6, Talking South Carolina Jay Lavrinc Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce Interview

Hey, guys, I've got with me today, Jay Lavrinc. He is the director of customer relations and at the floor, the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce.

Authors Episode 5

Episode 5, Talking South Carolina Elizabeth Grace Smith Interview

Thank you, Elizabeth, for talking with me about all of your businesses. Child, I need some of your energy and organization skills. Congratulations on that new baby!!

Music Episode 4

Episode 4, Talking South Carolina Maestro Nick Palmer North Charleston Pops Interview

Dr. Palmer, it was such a pleasure talking with you. Thank you! It is amazing how you have incorporated different genres into what is normally thought of as strictly classical music. I am looking forward to seeing one of your concerts and a must-see – Jazz in the Park.

Music Episode 3

Episode 3, Talking South Carolina Elliot Poston Interview

Talk about a whirlwind start onto the music scene. Elliot, WOW! I am super excited about being able to watch this from the beginning. I’m going to strap on my seatbelt because I have a feeling this ride is going to be fast to the top. And I cannot wait for the new USC song! GO COCKS!!!!!!

Business Episode 2

Episode 2, Talking South Carolina Bub’n Muthas Gourmet Dry Rubs Interview

John, thank you so much for coming on the show! I love what you’re doing and how. And I’m waiting on my special request. LOL And Congratulations on “The Blox.” You will do great!!

Music Episode 1

Episode 1, Talking South Carolina Cody Webb Interview

I couldn’t imagine starting off Talking South Carolina with anyone else. Thank you, Cody! It has been so much fun watching your success grow over all these years. Of course, we are talking about all the way back to your college days when I first heard you. Congratulations on your latest release, “Tin Can.” And I look forward to many more.