Episode 8

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13th Oct 2025

The Future of Columbia: Ashley McCall on Advocacy, Innovation, and Mentorship

In this episode of the Preach Jacobs podcast, host Preach Jacobs speaks with Ashley McCall, a community advocate and candidate for city council. They discuss Ashley's journey from social work to politics, her vision for addressing homelessness, the importance of retaining young talent in Columbia, and her mental health tech startup, Wello Health. The conversation emphasizes the need for community engagement, mentorship, and actionable solutions to local issues.

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This edition with be an ode to "Cola-Con: Columbia's Hip-Hop Comic Con." The panel will include J-Live, Dre Lopez, Ebony Toussaint, and Steven Prouse. Featuring Dan Lish Artwork!

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The Preach Jacobs Podcast
Hip-Hop Artist; Columnist and Writer having real conversations with real people.
Real Conversations with Real People about Real Issues. Preach Jacobs is Columbia South Carolina's Ambassador to the community.