April 11, 2024

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🎙️ Let’s talk local

In studio for the Lake Murray Country podcast with Mike Mayo, Andy Woods, and Kelly Hughes. | Photo by @PalmettoOutdoors

Whether you’re strolling at the riverwalk, hitting the road, cleaning your house, or running errands, cranking up a podcast only enriches the experience.

Fortunately, there are a few local podcasts to educate, entertain + enlighten you. A perk of living during the podcast renaissance is that there’s something for everyone: food lovers, music fans, business champs, etc. So without further adieu, let’s jump into a sampling of Columbia podcast-land.

Around Town with Cola Mayor | Since he was elected, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann has released 47 episodes featuring everyone from USC Athletics Director Ray Tanner to Riverbanks Zoo CEO Tommy Stringfellow. You’re sure to learn something new about Columbia in each episode.

Binder Podcast | The Binder Podcast, brought to you by the Columbia Museum of Art, merges art with insightful conversations. Join host Ray McManus and a diverse lineup of writers, artists, and scholars for a monthly exploration of creativity, culture, and community connections.

Explore Lake Murray Podcast | Hosted by former COLAtoday intern Kelly Hughes, this podcast invites you to explore the Midlands through interviews with local artists like Michael Geddings and John Manchester from Congaree National Park.

Imagining Anne | Produced by the Anne Frank Center at the University of South Carolina, this podcast features interviews with activists and those connected to Anne Frank and Holocaust survivors.

Illia in the Jam Room Studio with BC Villanova. | Photo by @samandillia

Jam Room Podcast | Delve into the local music scene with this podcast featuring in-depth interviews with Columbia’s leading music pros. Hosted by local musicians Sam and Illia, the podcast is recorded at the Jam Room Recording Studio.

Our State, Our Stories | Our State, Our Stories,” the South Carolina State Museum’s first podcast, dives into its history, mysteries like “Bubba the Ghost,” and goes behind-the-scenes with museum collections staff.

Asked

What motion picture was filmed in the Midlands and features the Governor’s Cup as one of the main scenes in the movie?

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Events

Thursday, April 11

Columbia Fireflies vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans | Thursday, April 11 | 7:05 p.m. | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $6-$18 | Experience NASCAR Night with a post-game country concert by Reed Foley. Quench your thirst with $1 sodas, $2 domestic draft beers, and $3 craft beers + cocktails.*

Saturday, April 13

Midlands Spring Native Plant Sale | Saturday, April 13 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Canoeing for Kids, 114 Riverchase Ct., Lexington | Free | The sale focuses on native blooming perennials, grasses, and our favorite smaller blooming shrubs.
Lake Carolina Yard Sale | Saturday, April 13 | 7 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lake Carolina Community, 5 Lake Carolina Way, Columbia | Free | Come shop at the community yard sale to see what treasures you can find.
Lower Saluda Wine and Craft BeerFest | Saturday, April 13 | 12-3 p.m. | 5605 Bush River Rd., Columbia | $35 | Sample a wide variety of craft beers and take home a commemorative tasting glass.
Elvis Ballet by South Carolina Ballet | Saturday, April 13, Saturday, April 13 | Times vary | Koger Center for the Arts, 1051 Greene St, Columbia | $35-$60 | Join the South Carolina Ballet in celebrating the King of Rock & Roll as they bring 30 of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits to life through the art of dance.*

Friday, May 10

Artisphere presented by TD Bank | Fri., May. 10 - Sun., May. 12 | 12-8 p.m. | Main Street, Greenville, SC | Free | Mark your calendars: Artisphere presented by TD Bank is back for its 20th year in downtown Greenville, May 10-12. Enjoy crafts, delicious food, live painting, street performers, and more.*

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Eat

Doctors’ Orders: Eating healthy at Duke’s Pad Thai

A plate of Thai Chicken Salad and brown rice with a small side of dressing sit on a wooden table.

Though “Thai” is in the name, the food touches on all regions with an Asian flare — from traditional dishes to stir fry, tacos, and a noodle bar. | Photo by @eatinsc

Thai flavors are some of our favorites, and, as it turns out, we share that penchant with Dr. Tiffany N. Phillips of Lexington Women’s Care White Knoll.

Join us at Duke’s Pad Thai for this round of Doctors’ Orders — the series in which Midlands doctors share what they like to eat at some of our favorite local restaurants.

The Cayce family-run restaurant was opened in 2017 by Chris + Noi Souvanna “to share their family recipes with the community and to teach their two boys, Phoenix and Duke, about running a business.”

Jot down Dr. Phillips’ order to sample on your next visit:

“I would order the Thai Chicken Salad and to limit the fat, I’d get the dressing on the side. The more colors on the plate the better so I would ask for extra cucumbers and red onions in place of the steamed rice. There’s nothing I find more refreshing and filling than a delicious salad!”

5+ benefits of the colorful carrot

News Notes

Number

~4 million. That’s how many more viewers tuned in to watch the Gamecock women’s basketball team win the national championship than the men’s, marking a historic first in NCAA history. Fun fact — Sunday’s national championship game was the most watched men’s or women’s college or professional basketball game since 2019. (npr)

Coming Soon

The PDQ restaurant at 4456 Devine St. that closed in February will become a Whataburger. The Texas based burger chain recently broke ground on its Killian Road site and has four other Midlands locations in the works. (The Post and Courier)

Sports

The Gamecocks baseball teamed defeated No. 13 North Carolina in Charlotte on Tuesday 2-1. Next up, they’ll face No. 24 Florida in Gainesville for a three-game series starting Friday. (Gamecocks Online)

Biz

E-VAC Magnetics’ is opening its first U.S. plant next year to build electric vehicle magnets in Sumter, bolstered by $100 million tax credit. Part of a $500 million investment creating 300 jobs, the credit aligns with efforts to advance clean energy manufacturing and EV production. (The Post and Courier)

Ranked

No. 1. That’s where USC’s International MBA program ranked for the 11th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report, continuing its top-three presence for 35 years. The Darla Moore School of Business excels in global leadership preparation, with high job placements rates with global companies.

Listen

Would it be wise for the Carolina Panthers to take a linebacker in the draft? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Eat

We recently welcomed in the spring season with another round of Doctors’ Orders. Dine with us at Villa Tronco, a family-owned Italian eatery with a rich history (and dubbed “the oldest restaurant in the state of South Carolina”) with Dr. Mark D. Wild of South Carolina OB/GYN Associates.*

Plan Ahead

Psst — Taxes are almost due. Use E-file for quick, online filing. Plus, file your federal taxes for free with their basic software plan.*

Festival

🎺 Sax in the city

Columbians sit back and enjoy the smooth sounds of jazz at sunset on the 1700 block of Main Street. | Photo by COLAjazz

Main Street Jazz Fest returns to downtown Columbia on Saturday, May 11 from 2-9 p.m. The free outdoor celebration put on by the ColaJazz Foundation will happen on the 1700 block featuring a stellar lineup of jazz luminaries and up-and-coming artists.

2 p.m. | Capital City Big Band | Kick off the festival with the swinging tunes of one of Columbia’s own.

3:30 p.m. | Lolivone de la Rosa with Jamile | Guitarist Lolivone de la Rosa (Puerto Rico) and vocalist Jamile (Brazil) showcase their smooth jazz sounds.

5 p.m. | Patrick Bartley | Grammy-nominated saxophonist Patrick Bartley Jr. will take the stage for a genre-spanning performance.

6:30 p.m. | Allison Miller’s Boom Tic Boom | Allison Miller’s Boom Tic Boom, a band led by talented drummer Allison Miller, blends free and straight-ahead jazz.

8 p.m. | Don Braden’s Earth, Wind, and Wonder | Close out the night with Don Braden and his group who bring a modern jazz twist to classic hits by Earth, Wind & Fire + Stevie Wonder.

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The Wrap

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Today’s edition by:
David

From the editor

It’s been such a blast this week watching people from around the country sharing about the Gamecock’s women’s basketball team. I couldn’t be more excited for the parade and am glad it’s happening on a Sunday afternoon so everyone can and celebrate with the team.

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