Discover the secret to clean-burning, headache-free ambiance with Jenny Taylor, owner of Island Candles. After realizing traditional candles were triggering her own sensitivities, Jenny pivoted to crafting hand-poured, hypoallergenic, and sustainable alternatives. Following four years of growth as a business, she successfully transitioned from local artisan to opening her own brick-and-mortar shop on Folly Road. […]
Charleston Women Podcast
20 Years of Flavor: Alyssa Maute Smith on Charleston Wine + Food 2026
This March, the Lowcountry marks a major milestone as Charleston Wine + Food celebrates its 20th Anniversary. Executive Director Alyssa Maute Smith sits down with host Kim Russo to discuss how this 501(c)(3) non-profit has grown from a local vision into a powerhouse that has injected over $210 million into the Charleston economy. Having been […]
Beyond Networking: How The Dames Accelerates Women-Led Businesses
The Dames isn’t your typical networking group—it is the world’s only business accelerator dedicated to the personal and professional growth of women leading 6, 7, and 8-figure businesses. In this episode, host Kim Russo sits down with Ellen Frazier, President of The Dames Charleston Chapter, to discuss how this global organization fosters elite connections. Forget […]
Resume & Interview Secrets: Land Your Dream Job with Job Coach Victoria
Host Kim Russo sits down with Job Coach Victoria McMillin, Owner of Job Coach Victoria, to share invaluable tips on how to get your resume noticed and land your dream role with clarity and confidence. As a seasoned Career Strategist with 20 years of experience placing professionals in Fortune 100 Companies, Victoria witnessed a major […]
Building an Outdoor Dream: How Morales Outdoor Creations Grew from Hardscape to Full-Service Living
From Pavers to Pergolas: Creating Your Dream Outdoor Spaces with Olga Morales In this episode, host Kim Russo sits down with Olga Morales, CEO of Morales Outdoor Creations, a thriving, family-owned business making its mark on the Lowcountry. What started as a hardscape company, taking on its very first project—a simple porch extension requested by […]
How to Bring Strategy & Creativity to Your Brand: A Talk with Alyssa Franco
Strategy & Creativity: How Alyssa Franco Built The Digital Touch In this inspiring conversation, host Kim Russo sits down with Alyssa Franco, the creative Owner of The Digital Touch! Alyssa, who successfully manages the social media presence for local powerhouses like Mount Pleasant Magazine, Charleston Women Magazine, and Island Vibes, shares her journey of turning […]
A New Chapter: Retiring from 25+ Years as an RN to Bring Kim Lolley Designs to Charleston and Beyond
Did you know the Louisiana-based fashion brand with a huge following in Charleston, SC, was founded by a Retired Registered Nurse turned Fashion Designer? Host Kim Russo sits down with Kim Lolley, owner of the Kim Lolley Fashion Brand, to reveal the inspiring story behind her pivot from a 25-year career in nursing to launching […]
10 Days, 50+ Events: Unpacking the 2025 Charleston Literary Festival
Join host Kim Russo as she chats with Sarah Moriarty, Executive Director of the Charleston Literary Festival, for a look at this spectacular 2025 event! Sarah Moriarty shares the fascinating history of the festival, tracing its roots to Charleston House in Lewes, UK —the historic home of the radical writers and artists of the Bloomsbury […]
A Roller Derby Fighter’s New Battle: Traci Doutaz on Surviving Cancer
Traci Doutaz, a current breast cancer survivor who has returned to roller derby, shares her powerful story with host Kim Russo. Traci explains how a casual self-check after a roller derby match while relaxing at home one evening led to a breast cancer diagnosis. In this interview, Traci opens up about her unique approach to […]
Start Transforming Your Marriage Today with Sophie Orozco Coaching
What if you could turn your relationship around, even when it feels hopeless? Host Kim Russo talks with Sophie Orozco, a relationship coach who did exactly that, rebuilding her own marriage from the ground up. Sophie, CEO & Relationship Coach of Sophie Orozco Coaching, empowers women to see beyond the challenges and find the positive […]