Jonathan Kunze is our guest this week and you won't stop laughing throughout this one! Kunze was born and raised in Columbia and gives us the inside scoop to his life, wife, and faith. He is an all around guy with three children and will be celebrating 15 years of marriage this year. We learned that he made his four year old self proud by becoming a fireman. He had an interesting journey from collegiate football player to Orange Theory VP of Operations to fireman. Kunze also is the part owner of Profile Plan for the last 4 years. You won't want to miss this one! You can find his contact information below : Instagram : @kunzes_crew & @profileplan_southcarolina Email : jonathankunze@yahoo.com Phone : (803) - 269 - 6339 Locations : 4400 Fort Jackson Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29209. 5232 Sunset Blvd G, Lexington, SC 29072
Kristin Miles has been helping clients from the Columbia, SC area with their fitness training since 2000. As a fully qualified and accredited coach and professional figure competitor, she firmly believes in the positive benefits fitness brings to all areas of our lives. To learn more, go to her website: https://www.kristincoaches.com/ Give Kristin's podcast "Tomboy" a listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/5mh5zuRbxu644JBMGyN2gL?si=18fc06fb7a304844
James Garzoni is a has been a Trauma Nurse since 2014 after he got his degree from Baker College of Nursing. In this episode, James tells us stories about the craziest things he has seen in his time as a nurse and stories of bravery. We were able to get to know what's happening in the world of nursing and what the future might look like.
Kaitlyn Vann Bean (KVB) and Brittany Long met two years ago and bonded quickly over chewy candy and Pilates - they’re firm believers that life requires balance. The girls' bond was solidified when they worked out together over Zoom every day during the 2020 quarantine. In between workouts, KVB and Brittany talked about what they loved most about fitness, and soon those discussions turned into plans for their own studio where they share their passion with others. Episode 17 is filled with laughs and truths about mental health, pilates, and owning a small business.
Carolyn Williams is a local business owner with a passion for helping the people of Columbia meet their fitness goals. Carolyn works day in and day out to make her business, Boss Tribe Fitness, a success as she provides personal training, meal plans, fitness education, and more. Dr. Randy Kloss and Dr. Tom Stetson dove into the fitness world with her and learned how she started her own small business from the ground up. To learn more about Boss Tribe Fitness, go to: https://boss-tribe-fitness-llc.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral
Stephanie Williams is an Award Winning Portrait & Personal Branding Photographer. She believes that "Every woman deserves a beautiful portrait of herself", and aims to create the most amazing portraits her clients have ever seen of themselves. In this episode, we get to know how Stephanie got started as a photographer, the process of getting a portrait, what angle to work with a mullet, and more!
Caroline Scolamiero is a small business owner from Franklin, Tennessee who freelances as a social media manager and started her own bounce house business, The Cola Bounce House. Caroline started The Cola Bounce House as she saw a need for an energy-releasing experience in the community that provides a beautiful look and blank slate to allow creativity to flow and match any event. Her dream is to add joy to whatever her customers may be celebrating. In addition, Caroline has a passion for DIY home projects and believes that you should love the space you live in, no matter your budget!
Kimberly Shirk has been a provider at South Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine (SCCIM) since the clinic opened in 2016. She is an advocate for medical freedom, nutrition as medicine, and has a special interest in helping children with PANS/PANDAS. Dr. Tillitz is committed to improving the health and lives of his patients. Experienced in traditional or conventional medicine, he is excited about taking an integrative approach by continuing his journey and education in functional medicine. His passion for medical freedom and physician autonomy brought him out of his comfort zone into the world of integrative medicine, and he’s thrilled to be on this journey with SCCIM. To learn more about integrative medicine and SCCIM, visit their website at https://www.sccimed.org/
As an Oncology Certified Nurse with 12 years of experience working with 1,000's of cancer patients from coast to coast, Adina has a huge heart for people with cancer, as well as their loved ones. With Nurse Adina, she helps cancer patients better understand their disease and treatment plan and empowers them to take control of their lives through education, advocacy, and diet and lifestyle modifications. To learn more, visit https://nurseadina.com/ or visit her on social media @nurse.adina on Instagram and @nurseadinaocn on Tik Tok.
From growing up in a small town in North Carolina and experiencing many hardships, Scott Griswold has built a business based on helping those who often get taken advantage of in the world of life insurance - senior citizens. Griswold's business, NSC Agency, goes by the philosophy that "Every senior is special and unique with their needs. No matter what your income, age, health, or preexisting conditions are we will find the best solution by gifting you with a complimentary consultation and policy review". In this episode, Dr. Tom and Dr. Randy take a deep dive into the life insurance world and ask questions such as "When is the right time to get life insurance?", "Can you be overinsured?", "What constitutes life insurance fraud?", and more. If you're interested in learning more about the NSC Agency or you are seeking employment in that field, go to their website at https://www.nscagency.com/ Or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/nscagency
Casey Plouffe is a passionate, forward-thinking businesswoman, pastor of Church of Sovereign Temples, and an inspiring leader in the Divine Feminine Christ movement( not to be confused with the feminist movement) that’s currently sweeping the planet. From stripper to an RN, to becoming a million-dollar network marketer in a holistic wellness company, to investing in million-dollar real estate properties, to running a non-traditional church welcoming all names of divinity, Casey now leads a global movement guiding humanity back to a path of personal inner communion with God, encouraging individuals to embody their own sovereign divinity. Using the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as the foundation, part of Casey’s church mission is to protect its members from medical tyranny and viral programming while healing war consciousness. Casey is steadfast in educating others on how to connect with their inner truth to heal past trauma, addiction, and command miracles through the ascension process. If you are interested in Casey’s 13-week guided sacred online journey gathering to connect with your inner truth and directly mentor with ascended masters of light, visit www.sophiacodecircleministry.com to schedule an interview. If you are interested in learning more about Casey’s breath and elements retreats or you’d like to learn more about her wellness opportunity and consuming high-quality nutrients to enhance your personal inner communion, email SovereignTemples@gmail.com. Attend Church of Sovereign Temples’ weekly virtual inner communion gatherings by joining the mailing list at STofGod.org. If you or anyone you love is seeking help to cure alcoholism or Alcohol Overuse Disorder, visit www.powerfuldrinking.com If you or anyone you know need help with medical tyranny email STofGod.org For breathing in Columbia, SC with Morgan go to divinebreathechallenge.com
Peruvian Chef Javier Uriarte is sharing his heritage and passion for food with Columbia through his restaurant, Ratio. In this episode, doctors Tom and Randy get to know more about the perfect combination of southern comfort and Peruvian delicacies served at Ratio, what brought Javier to the south, and his journey from starting as a fry cook to creating a flourishing restaurant.
Ashley has over 10 years of experience in the fashion industry. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and worked at People’s Revolution and Burberry in New York City. She then set her sights on Los Angeles to attend the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising with an emphasis in styling. Ashley has worked with top stylists and brands in Los Angeles on sets, red carpet looks, photoshoots, look books, and catalogs. These experiences led her to organize and style all kinds of people, from top celebrities and leaders in the entertainment industry to everyday moms and dads, kids, and more. Learn more about Ashley and her services on Instagram @thestyle_standard
Kay Krusade is a local tattoo artist in Columbia, SC who respects and loves her craft. Kay is a "Forever student of life" as she is always hungry to learn more about not only tattooing but the world around her. From a small town called Orangeburg in South Carolina, Kay has grown to become one of the most prominent and upcoming tattoo artists in Columbia. You may also recognize Kay from Ink Master Winner Ryan Ashley's issue of Skin & Ink magazine, where Kay was able to display her intricate chest piece tattooed by Ashley. To learn more or book an appointment visit Kay's Instagram @kaykrusade
Christine is a professional artist and muralist from Columbia, SC. Her mission is to transform public spaces into vibrant, colorful experiences using both detail & abstract language to engage with the history, architecture, and culture of a place. In this episode, we learn about how Christine has turned her passion into a business that creates public art for the community. Some of Christine's clients include TRULY Hard Seltzer, Holiday Inn, Mod Pizza, Cardi B, Colonial Life Arena, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Lexington Medical Center, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Zestos, D's Wings, Jake's on Devine, City of West Columbia, Boys & Girls Club, Model A Brewery, Vibes Yoga Studio, Charleston Pour House, Rosewood Market, and much more. Learn more about Christine's art by visiting her Instagram page @christine.c.creates
Emile DeFelice is the Founder and CEO of Soda City Market. Soda City Market is a producer-only market, inspired by traditional European street markets, where vendors must make or grow their own products. Soda City Market is a Columbia staple that occurs on Main Street every Saturday. Self-employed for over 30 years, Emile has a story that is inspirational for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Kelsey Sawyer Carter and Margaret Deans Grantz share a passion for serving others. Together, the hard-working duo established what is now South Carolina’s newest accessible camp and retreat facility dedicated to bringing together children, adults, and families who need it most. Their backgrounds in education, marketing, and fundraising, along with a caring and dedicated board of directors, have inspired them to navigate this amazing journey. Their servant hearts continue to guide Camp Cole forward, ensuring that as the campus grows, so will the organization’s commitment to transforming the lives of every camper they meet through advocacy, programming, and collaborations with healthcare providers. Get involved at https://www.campcole.org/
Christian Jackson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Carolina. She also has her Certified Addictions Counselor credential, which helps her support people in recovery from drug and alcohol use using evidence-based practices. Her niche is trauma. As an EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist, Christian is trained to take a unique dive into processing the implications of traumatic experiences. As she honed her skills in various capacities and roles, Christian embarked on a journey that would allow her to address gaps in treatment and education regarding mental health for almost a decade. Christian is co-owner of YANA Counseling Services, where she facilitates therapy and trains, upcoming licensed professional counselors. As co-founder of JP Training SC, she facilitates professional development for agencies across the State, consults, and is booked for motivational speeches for various organizations regarding the impact of mental health issues, if left untreated and how to address them.
Ashley Kates is a former national-level figure competitor who saw a need in the Columbia community for intuitive nutrition, women's fitness, and women's body empowerment. One of her businesses, Heal & Seal is a 3-Phase program designed to alleviate symptoms related to Diastasis Recti and the pelvic floor prenatally, postpartum, and beyond. Mommy Strong is an exercise facility whose mission is to deliver massive life-change through providing high-quality fitness sessions in an intimate setting, with education, accountability, and community, guaranteeing results while changing the narrative surrounding the female body. No diets, no body shaming, no guilt. Just challenging your body and re-framing limiting beliefs as you find yourself with other women on the same journey.
Can you believe we recorded 31 episodes this year? In this episode, we wanted to look back at what we've recorded this year. Thank you to all of our listeners and we hope you enjoy our Best of the Year episode!