In this episode of As Told By You, Bill sits down with longtime friend and filmmaker Jacob Carter to talk about storytelling, education, filmmaking, and building a creative life with purpose. Jacob shares how he discovered video production in high school, how wedding filmmaking shaped his career, and how he now leads creative projects for the fastest-growing charter school district in South Carolina. The conversation dives into legacy, emotion, relationships, and the power of stories to move people to action. Topics Covered -Why storytelling matters for any organization -How emotion creates connection and action -Jacob’s work with the Charter Institute at Erskine -Building one of the most extensive communications teams in education -How Jacob first got into filmmaking -Shooting his first wedding in 2008 -Early internships and documentary work -Living in a Halfway House to mentor men while making films -Meeting his wife and growing a wedding business together -Running a creative business as a couple -The challenge and reward of long term client relationships -Legacy, weddings, and why these stories matter If you enjoy conversations with filmmakers, storytellers, and creative leaders, subscribe for more episodes of As Told By You

In this episode of As Told By You, we sit down with Suzanne Brunnemer of Mann Tool and Supply, a Columbia business with more than 80 years of history. Suzanne is part of the third generation to lead the company, and the fourth generation has now begun to step in. Suzanne shares what it has been like to grow up inside a family business, how her son recently joined the company, and why the trades create such strong generational ties. We talk about childhood experiences, work culture, and what the future looks like for Mann Tool and Supply. Topics covered in this episode include: Growing up in a multigenerational family business How her son decided to join the fourth generation Childhood memories of working in the trades Why blue-collar families often work together early in life The shifting dynamics of family involvement over the years How younger leaders connect with the next wave of customers Suzanne’s insights on time management, organization, and big picture thinking What the future looks like for Mann Tool and Supply If you enjoy stories about family businesses, the trades, or local Columbia history, this episode is a great listen.

Welcome back to As Told By You. Today’s guest is John Loveday, a passionate leader in alternative education who is helping reshape the way students learn in South Carolina. John’s story starts in rural Aiken County and moves through immense personal loss, first-generation college success, and the difficult early years of teaching in a traditional classroom. That journey led him to virtual and charter schools, where he discovered a mission that aligned with his purpose: giving students options. We talk about: • What led John into the virtual school movement • How SC Whitmore School became a lifeline for students from all 46 SC counties • Real-life stories of teen parents, student-athletes, and young entrepreneurs who needed a different path • Mastery-based, self-paced education and how it prevents dropouts • His leap into charter school leadership and joining Tutelage School Solutions • Why rural communities deserve high-quality education options • The role storytelling and video play in building trust with families John shares powerful examples, such as a valedictorian who received a full ride to USC and a 20-year-old mother who refused to give up, both of whom graduated on their own timeline and found success in their own way. This is what equitable education can look like. ✨ If you believe every student deserves the chance to write their own story, this episode is for you. 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🛎 Subscribe Share this episode with someone who cares about the future of education.