Join us for this episode of As Told By You as we sit down with Dr. Aditi Bussells, At-Large Councilwoman for the City of Columbia, SC. Dr. Bussells shares her journey from growing up near Washington, D.C., to earning her PhD at the University of South Carolina, and ultimately stepping into public service. She talks about why she chose Columbia as her home, the unique “one degree of separation” that makes the city special, and her vision for making Columbia a more connected, vibrant place to live. In this conversation, we cover: What it means to serve as an at-large city council member The everyday issues local government impacts most—like infrastructure, housing, and food access Why young professionals choose Columbia (and why some struggle to stay) How a devastating flood shaped the city’s sense of community The balance of public service, career, and family life If you’ve ever wondered how local politics shapes your daily life—or why people fall in love with Columbia—you won’t want to miss this conversation with Dr. Bussells.

This week on As Told By You, we finally sat down with Fox Black, founder of Gadget Boy — and this one’s packed with insight. We first crossed paths at a networking event (shoutout to Professionals on the Patio), and I was instantly curious about the guy rocking a mullet with confidence. Turns out, he's running one of the most adaptable tech repair businesses in Columbia, SC. In this episode, we cover: His journey from Philly to Vermont to Vancouver to England to Amsterdam to Atlanta to Savannah to Beaufort to Charleston and then Columbia! How Gadget Boy got started and what drives the business Android vs. iPhone – the psychology behind user loyalty How Fox builds a team and structure to handle constant change Thoughts on retail, tech monopolies, and consumer behavior

As Told By You welcomes 💪 Wesley Newsom, owner of EQ Fitness, to talk about redefining fitness, aging well, and building a gym that values form, function, and longevity. 🏋️‍♂️ Wesley shares: His start in football 🏈 and how it led to a love of fitness The journey from Burn Boot Camp to opening EQ Fitness with his sister 👊 Why he fell in love with training adults who’d “never been into fitness at all” ❤️‍🔥 What it means to train for aging well instead of just aesthetics 👴🏽➡️🏃‍♂️ How progressive overload, functional movement, and injury prevention are key to long-term health 🧠💪 🧠 “Start with a goal, then ask what’s realistic each week.” Whether you're 25 or 75, this one’s packed with practical fitness advice, mindset shifts, and a reminder that your body is capable of more than you think. Start where you are—and move forward. 🚶‍♀️➡️🏋️‍♀️