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-driven space, including a new American brasserie concept in the Melrose Heights neighborhood. Chad, originally from Charleston, brings years of industry insight, while Ashley is actively involved in local initiatives and is even launching her own podcast.

Together, they are building more than just a restaurant. They are creating a place centered around connection, quality, and local culture.

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Website: https://melrosemarketsc.com/

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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 experience.

Having visited 30+ countries and built her agency into a team of 10, she brings both expertise and real-life perspective as a business owner and mom of five.

Whether you’re dreaming of your next getaway or just love hearing stories from someone who’s seen the world, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twosisterstravel/

https://www.instagram.com/traveling_taran/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwoSistersTravel/

Website: https://twosisterstravelco.com/

This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractic: https://www.cfcforhealth.com

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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 each year.

We also dive into Amanda’s own experience as a farmer, what day-to-day life looks like on her farm, and the realities of working in agriculture today. From livestock to land stewardship, she shares honest insight into both the challenges and rewards.

If you’re interested in farming, local food, or supporting your community, this is a great conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agandarttourrichlandcounty/

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Website: https://www.agandarttour.com/richland

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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 Hot Girl Cycle Club as a space that encourages confidence, community, and showing up as your best self.In this episode, Kylie shares her unique journey from marine life to movement, what inspired her to start her brand, and how she’s building a strong, supportive fitness community.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotgirlcycleclub/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hotgirlcycleclub

Website: https://www.hotgirlcycleclub.com/

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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 Hot Girl Cycle Club as a space that encourages confidence, community, and showing up as your best self.

In this episode, Kylie shares her unique journey from marine life to movement, what inspired her to start her brand, and how she’s building a strong, supportive fitness community.

Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Hot Girl Cycle Club, you can find them here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotgirlcycleclub/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hotgirlcycleclub

Website: https://www.hotgirlcycleclub.com/

This episode is sponsored by Columbia Family Chiropractor: https://www.cfcforhealth.com

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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 help people find relief from chronic pain and avoid unnecessary surgeries.

QC Kinetix has been serving the Columbia area for the past five years, helping countless individuals take control of their health and get back to living active, pain-free lives.

Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from QC Kinetix West Columbia, you can find them here:

🌐 Follow them on social: @qckinetixcolumbia

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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 host of the relationship-focused podcast Love, Amanda, where she dives into real love stories, dating challenges, heartbreak, healing, and honest conversations about connection and relationships.

In this episode, we sit down with Amanda as she joins us as a guest to talk about her evolution from reality TV star to podcast leader, share insights from her own life and work, and explore what it really takes to understand love, passion, and authenticity in the modern world.

Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Love, Amanda, you can find them here:

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-amanda/id1867684148Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandabertoncini/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaBShow/

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Mikhail Marcus, also known as Jamaica, is the Owner and Head Trainer of Webhead Fitness Warehouse. With a passion for helping others build strength, confidence, and sustainable healthy lifestyles, Mikhail has created a training environment focused on community, accountability, and real results.

Through personalized coaching and high-energy training, he empowers clients of all fitness levels to push past limitations and prioritize both physical and mental wellness.

In this episode, Mikhail shares his journey into fitness entrepreneurship, the mindset behind lasting transformation, and how movement can change lives inside and outside the gym.

Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Temple Columbia, you can find them here:

📲 IG: @webheadfitness

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👍 Facebook: Webhead Fitness Warehouse

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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 talk about building a strong fitness community, leadership, and what it takes to run a successful business.

Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Temple Columbia, you can find them here:

Website: https://www.templecolumbia.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/templecolumbia/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/templecolumbia/

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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 way she runs her company today.

She shares what it’s really like to open and grow a food business, the lessons she’s learned as an entrepreneur, and how she has scaled Ally & Eloise to multiple locations while maintaining quality, consistency, and community. We also talk about the realities of leadership, brand identity, and evolving as both a creative and a business owner.

If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, creative careers, or the behind-the-scenes work that goes into building a successful local brand, this episode is packed with insight and real talk.

Thank you so much for listening! If you would like to see more from Ally & Eloise Bakeshop, you can find them here:

Website: https://www.allyandeloise.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyandeloisebakeshop/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALLYANDELOISEBAKESHOP/

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