South Carolina Lede: Recent Episodes
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South Carolina Lede is a podcast about the people, issues, and events shaping the Palmetto State. Join host Gavin Jackson and reporters from across the state each week for in-depth discussions of the biggest news affecting you, your family, and your fellow South Carolinians – from state politics and legislative happenings inside the state house to the ongoing effects of the pandemic and more. It’s the factual and timely information you need, with a dash of irreverent fun to keep it all interesting.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 8, 2026: host Gavin Jackson introduces you to the top five candidates vying for the republican nomination for U.S. Senate on August 11 in the Senate special republican primary.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 4, 2026: we recap for you all the major moments from the celebrations of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s life in Washington and in Columbia over the past few days; we also look at the race to replace Graham on the November ballot, with nine certified candidates all vying for the nomination on August 11, and more likely the August 25 runoff; we have highlights from those candidates, who held their first stump on Saturday; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 25, 2026: we continue our look at the life and legacy of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham; we also look at the next steps for this senate seat, including the upcoming special primary election on August 11 where several people have already filed to run, with others expected; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2026: we look back at the life of and some moments of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s 30-plus years in public office, comments from his friends, family, and colleagues, and the people who are already looking to become the nominee in a lightning-quick special primary election.
Stand by: host Gavin Jackson is back from Europe and working on the next South Carolina Lede. Check back soon for the latest episode!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 14, 2026: We bring you part two of Pulitzer prize winning author Jon Meacham’s recent speech and conversation at the two-day, Revolutionary Ideas symposium at Dock Street Theatre in Charleston on June 25, 2026.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 7, 2026: we bring you part one of Pulitzer Prize winning author Jon Meacham’s recent speech and conversation at the two-day, Revolutionary Ideas symposium at Dock Street Theatre in Charleston on June 25, 2026.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 4, 2026: we take time to reflect on the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America; we’ll visit a key battlefield and talk with veterans excavating another; we’ll also hear from Pulitzer Prize winning author and historian Jon Meacham; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 30, 2026: we give you an update on what happened in the statehouse last week when both the Senate and House came back for a day to take up conference committee reports.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 27, 2026: we take you on the final two weeks of the gubernatorial runoff primary trail; we also look at how Attorney General Alan Wilson won a decisive victory in securing the Republican nomination over Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 23, 2026: we have segments from host Gavin Jackson’s most recent interviews with Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and A.G. Alan Wilson; Gavin also caught up with Wilson moments after Pres. Donald Trump also endorsed him, in addition to Evette, just days before the runoff; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 20, 2026: we bring you some highlights from the Republican gubernatorial runoff debate between Lt. Gov. Pam Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson; we also have some cuts from the 1st Congressional District Republican runoff between Charleston County Councilwoman Jenny Costa Honeycutt and state Rep. Mark Smith; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 16, 2026: we look at the ongoing endorsement game leading up to the June 23 runoff; we also continue to look at the runoff races in the First Congressional District; we have highlights from a May forum the Democrats participated in; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 13, 2026: we look at what happened on primary election night; we hear from folks on the trail, including the two republican gubernatorial candidates in the June 23 runoff; we also have analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon and strategic communications consultant Rob Godfrey; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 9, 2026: host Gavin Jackson takes you through his last week on the 2026 gubernatorial campaign trail.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 6, 2026: we bring you highlights from the Republican and Democratic gubernatorial debates that Gavin Jackson moderated this week as we enter the sprint to the June 9 primary.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 2, 2026: we look at the last Republican gubernatorial debate; Lt. Gov. Evette got Pres. Trump’s endorsement, and he let the cat out of the bag on who her running mate MAY be; we look at new polling and early voting numbers: and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 30, 2026: we bring you the highlights from the attorney general debate that host Gavin Jackson moderated on May 27.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 26, 2026: the Senate kills the redistricting effort after the chamber failed to block a Democratic backed filibuster; 14 Republicans joined the 12 Democrats to kill the bill on the White House’s redistricting push to change South Carolina’s congressional map; we take you from where we last left off to how it died Tuesday afternoon; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 23, 2026: we talk with several Statehouse reporters about the latest redistricting action from the week as the House spent long days moving the new congressional map through to the Senate, where it’s currently being debated; we look at what else happened during this session; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2026: we continue our focus on the congressional redistricting debate in the special session called by the governor; as of our taping, early Tuesday afternoon, the House is poised to give a key second reading to the new map this evening after a rules change was passed largely along party lines Monday evening; we also have analysis from Winthrop University Political Science Professor Scott Huffmon; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 16, 2026: we are post-sine die, but are in a rare extra session that has been called by the governor for lawmakers to continue the effort to change the state’s seven congressional districts at the behest of President Donald Trump. We, again, dedicate the pod to exactly what is happening because, unlike past redistricting efforts, the public has been shut out from this process as military and absentee ballots continue to be cast ahead of the June 9 primaries.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 12, 2026: we talk a little bit more about redistricting ahead of moves this week; we also bring you more of our candidate conversations with Republican Rom Reddy who’s looking to be the next governor of our fair state; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 9, 2026: we’re bringing you everything we have right now on an expedited redistricting push by Statehouse Republicans, all at the behest of the White House, with a week left in the legislative session.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forMay5,2026:we continue our look at the Republican gubernatorial field with Attorney General Alan Wilson; we also talk with the new state election commission director Conway Belangia about the upcoming primaries; we look atthe agreement the state has signed with the U.S. Dept. of Justice over sensitive voter information; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 2, 2026: we look at what happened in this third-to-last week of the legislative session; will a U.S. Supreme Court decision on Louisiana’s congressional maps lead to mid-cycle redistricting here? We hear from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey and House Speaker Murrell Smith on the final six legislative days of session; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 28, 2026: we’re looking at two of the Republican candidates running for the party’s nomination on June 9 and for the win in November, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and 5th District Congressman Ralph Norman; while we are in a full sprint to sine die, we wanted to look at these two candidates as we start rolling out our profiles on several statewide candidates; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 25, 2026: we look at the second Republican gubernatorial primary debate that took place this week in Charleston.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 21, 2026: we have a bit of an econ pod as we discuss the economy with Dr. Joey Von Nessen; we have a Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report (GOSMAR) with SC Ports CEO Micah Mallace; we also visit Scout Motors’ newly opened training facility and talk costs and labor; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 18, 2026: we spoke with House Speaker Murrell Smith and Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey about what the final four weeks of session hold; we get the annual state of the judiciary update; we have a 2028 watch with another potential candidate visiting our state this week and another definitively ruling out 2028; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 14, 2026: we look at the Senate Finance Committee’s version for the budget and hear from the state’s chief economist on how healthy revenues are; we hear from SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell on a major groundbreaking for the I-95 bridge over Lake Marion; Sen. Lindsey Graham has one fewer challengers; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 11, 2026: we continue our look at energy in South Carolina, specifically the future of nuclear, the demand of data centers, and what elected officials are trying to do to regulate them.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forApril7,2026:we’retaking a bit of a deep dive on energy for this spring break!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 4, 2026: we look at the first South Carolina GOP debate that took place on April 1 in Newberry; we have highlights from the debate, as well as post-debate interviews from three of the four candidates; we also caught up with South Carolina GOP Chairman Drew McKissick before the candidates took the stage; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 31, 2026: we look at the final filings for some major statewide races, and one big surprise in a congressional race; we recap additional Statehouse moves from last week as we stare down week 12 in Columbia; assistant US Attorney Sheria Clarke’s nomination to the federal bench was before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee last week; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 28, 2026: we look at two other candidates who have jumped in the governor’s race, including a Democrat; the first SCGOP governor’s debate is next week—but not everyone will be on stage; we look at some of the major legislative moves this week, including the so-called Bathroom Bill that is now on its way to the Governor’s desk; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 204, 2026, we look at the legislative week ahead with the House back in along with the Senate and more.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 21, 2026: were going to keep this pod pretty tight with our reporter round table. But we taped that discussion before we had a 12-hour long Senate day on Wednesday, and before the THC hemp bill passed on Thursday afternoon. Yes, me and Maayan were in the Senate til midnight. It’s totally thrown off my week, hence the abbreviated episode.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2026: we’re still talking hemp-derived THC drinks and maybe gummies; we look at some of the top filings so far for major races, including the senate and congress, and a newcomer emerges for the governor’s race; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 14, 2026: the House has passed its $15.4 billion budget as well as an income tax reduction bill; the Senate continues to debate the hemp THC drink regulation bill; Congressman Jim Clyburn announced his bid for an 18th term; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 10, 2026: it’s budget week in the House and the Senate is taking up hemp regulations this week; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham about the latest on Iran; we also get a national/midterm/election vibe check with our good friend AP National Politics reporter Meg Kinnard; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 7, 2026: we have South Carolina updates on the war with Iran, including from Sen. Lindsey Graham; we look at the state Supreme Court election that wasn’t; Rep. Nancy Mace is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 3, 2026: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham about joint strikes launched by American and Israeli forces against Iran on Saturday; we have some additional insight from Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon; former President Joe Biden was in Columbia last week; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 28, 2026: we recap week seven of the legislative session, including action on bills dealing with personal income tax reductions, the Ten Commandments, hemp-derived consumables, redistricting, and NIL deals; Lt. Gov. Pam Evette dropped a new campaign ad touting the endorsement of Gov. Henry McMaster; we hear from Winthrop University Political Science Professor Scott Huffmon; and more!
On this episode of the SC Lede for February 24, 2026: We continue our coverage of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson with an update on memorial plans. We also have from Congressman Jim Clyburn and Camden Mayor Vincent Sheehen about their new books.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 21, 2026: House Freedom Caucus members try and impeach a solicitor; the expanded homestead exemption bill advances; the SC Supreme Court race gets a HUGE curveball; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2026: we sit down with Senate Minority Brad Hutto and House Minority Leader Todd Rutherford about the legislative session so far and what they hope to accomplish in a Republican supermajority Statehouse; two big national Democrats are heading to the Palmetto State later this month; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 14, 2026: we have a major endorsement in the Governor’s race; Attorney General Alan Wilson drops a new ad; we recap the major activity from week five of the legislative session; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2026: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on sanctuary cities and the latest on his Russian sanctions bill; we look at the fallout from President Donald Trump’s social media post depicting the former president and first lady as primates; we get the latest regional economic pulse from Richmond Fed President & CEO Tom Barkin; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 7, 2026: President Donald Trump has endorsed in on one of, if not, the most critical statewide races this year; we look at major bills that moved this week, including the abortion pill bill, and DUI bill, and what happened to the hemp bill; we also have some committee action for you, including remarks from the first subcommittee hearing on the comprehensive data center regulation bill; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2026: we catch up with some of our favorite statehouse reporters for a vibe check on the legislative session as we kick off week four; we look at what’s on tap and get a look at two polls for the SC Republican gubernatorial nomination, as well as fundraising numbers for several congressional races; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 31, 2026: we look at Gov. Henry McMaster’s ninth and final State of the State address; we also hear from Hopkins Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson with the Democratic message and reaction from House Speaker Murrell Smith; we take a look at some House and Senate floor activity over a bathroom bill and DUI bill, respectively; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 27, 2026: we continue to look at the future of the S.C. Dept. of Transportation as both chambers seek to reform and better fund the agency; we have new polling from the Republican gubernatorial campaign trail; we get a checkup with the leadership of MUSC about the demands of our growing and aging state, expansion efforts, and their proposed comprehensive cancer center; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 24, 2026: we recap some of the biggest legislative moves this week in the Senate and the House; we recently heard from the governor and Statehouse leadership on what’s needed in the next governor to continue the major growth our state has seen; and is Congressman Jim Clyburn running again? We have some answers; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2026: we hear from some potential 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls; we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; we also have major campaign trail updates; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2026: we recap the first week of the 2026 legislative session, which includes action on big bills like abortion, DUI, bathrooms, taxes, and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2026: our exclusive sit-down interview with Senate Republican leadership, including Senate President Thomas Alexander, Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, and Labor, Commerce, and Industry Chairman Tom Davis; we have a wide-ranging interview for you previewing what Senate Republicans who hold a 32 to 14 supermajority in the Chamber plan to do this final year of the two -year session; we’ll discuss taxes, abortion legislation, data center concerns, energy concerns and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 10, 2026: our special live Lede taping from this week featuring House Speaker Murrell Smith; we also hear from Statehouse reporter Maayan Schechter as we preview the 2026 legislative session; we discuss the key issues that are expected to shape South Carolina; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2026, we give you the Lede 2026 economic outlook for South Carolina, thanks to USC Darla Moore School of Business research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 20, 2025: host Gavin Jackson is joined by guests A.T. Shire and Maayan Schechter to discuss what’s in and what’s out for 2026.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2025: a preview from House Speaker Murrell Smith and other members of House Republican leadership on their priorities for 2026; a South Carolinian is set to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate; the measles outbreak continues to rage in the Upstate; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2025: our live lead taping from Mount Pleasant and Hobka Brewing. Enjoy the conversation we had with the Post & Courier’s Caitlin Byrd!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2025: we continue our look at infrastructure with a reporter on what the SCDOT needs to keep up with the state’s record-breaking growth; we hear from Congressman Jim Clyburn on redistricting efforts happening in states around the country; Victoria Hansen has a deep-dive look on the state of South Carolina’s shrimping industry; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 6, 2025: the spread of measles continues to balloon in the Upstate so we talk with Dr. Linda Bell about efforts to limit the spread; we have a GOSMAR update and hear a bit more from Ports CEO Micah Mallace amid a dip in volumes; a major rift blew up on the gubernatorial campaign trail on Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s staff; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2025: we have an exclusive sit-down with South Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Justin Powell for our annual look at transportation infrastructure in our growing state--the challenges, accomplishments, and where the state heads next; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 22, 2025: we look at the Senate Medical Affairs subcommittee that failed to advance that restrictive abortion bill this week; we delve into a damning investigation into former House Rep. RJ May and the Freedom Caucus; we also get an update on projected revenues lawmakers will have to appropriate with next year; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2025: we preview some of the legislative meetings happening this week, including the screening of judicial candidates and a hearing on what would be the most restrictive abortion law if passed; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the shutdown ending, the looming healthcare debate, and potential conflict in Venezuela; we also have a 1st congressional district update for you; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 15, 2025: we continue our look at Election 2026 and tackle the latest major news out of Washington with the end of the federal government shutdown; we welcome AP National Politics Reporter Meg Kinnard and South Carolina Public Radio Statehouse and political reporter Maayan Schechter to join the conversation; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2025: we take a hard pivot from news and politics to food and beverage as four South Carolina restaurants were awarded Michelin stars, and several more were given prominent designations in the Michelin Guide; we talk with Hannah Raskin, one of the South's most preeminent voices in the South's food, beverage, and dining culture scene; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 8, 2025: we continue our look at the ramifications of the federal government shutdown and hear from Congressman Russell Fry and Sen. Lindsey Graham; we continue to look at the ramifications of federal decisions, including a report from Maayan Schechter on the impacts to South Carolina farmers; Congresswoman Nancy Mace is suing the Charleston International Airport while she faces an ethics complaint filed against her; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 4, 2025: we look at the latest drama from the gubernatorial campaign trail, including Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s security meltdown; we have the latest on the government shutdown; Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell provides an economic update while cutting rates; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 1, 2025: we look at the federal government shutdown, the lapse in SNAP benefits, how the state is responding, and how it will affect 560,000 South Carolinians; Republican gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Alan Wilson rolled out his law and order platform; state Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson jumps into the race for governor; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2025: we have some breaking Democratic campaign trail news on the gubernatorial front and updates on several other state campaigns as well; we have the latest on the drama involving leadership at the State Election Commission; SNAP benefits are about to disappear for more than half a million South Carolinians as the government shutdown continues; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 25, 2025: A.T. Shire and Sean Birch take the wheel while host Gavin Jackson is under the weather. The two discuss Halloween decorations, costumes, candy, and another live Lede in the works!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2025: we take you to the No Kings Day protest in Columbia, where thousands gathered on Saturday; we jump on the campaign trail with Lt. Gov. Pam Evette in Newberry; we take a look at the redistricting efforts going on across the country, including in nearby North Carolina; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 18, 2025: we revisit the 1000-year flood that rocked the state, and specifically the Midlands, 10 years ago; we hear from some of the people closest to that tragedy including a well-known South Carolina Public Radio voice never heard on this podcast before; we have a little update on the shutdown—it’s still going on; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 14, 2025: we wrap up our Washington week coverage with interviews PBS News Hour’s congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins and WSJ’s Josh Dawsey; we get some good insight on Congress and the Trump administration from two reporters closest to the action; we also have new campaign trail fundraising numbers and polls; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 17, 2025: the first of two episodes dedicated to the 10-year commemoration of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting where nine black parishioners, including the pastor of the church state Sen. Clementa Pinckney, were murdered in a racially fueled massacre; we’ll share reflections from South Carolinians who participated in our Voices Collected initiative as well as from folks who participated in the Charleston Forum last week.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 14, 2025: our live event recorded Thursday, June 12 at Good Girl Brewing in Aiken featuring host Gavin Jackson, reporter Maayan Schechter, and special guest South Carolina Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June10, 2025: we look at some action happening this week in the Statehouse; we hear about a new gas-fired energy plant that Duke Energy is proposing in the Upstate; we begin bringing you stories from our Voices Collected series commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 7, 2025: state Democrats got a boost with a big special election House seat win; Lt. Gov. Pam Evette continues to test the waters; we look at some of the ramifications of the tariffs on businesses in our region; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 3, 2025: we recap the big state Democratic Party weekend which included big party names like Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore; also, a development in the 2026 gubernatorial race as Richland Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson announces the formation of an exploratory committee; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 31, 2025: details on our live taping event coming up June 12 at 6 p.m. at Good Girl Brewing (early registration recommended); take part in Voices Collected, honoring the legacy of the Emanuel Nine; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 27, 2025: lawmakers return to Columbia to take up the $14.7 billion state budget for the coming fiscal year; state Democrats have a big week with their convention and major events featuring two prominent voices in the party; we bring you one of the Voices Collected for our Mother Emanuel remembrance initiative; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 24, 2025: we have a budget agreement for the $14.7 billion spending plan; there was also agreement in Washington over the tax and spending Republican megabill this week; Senate Budget Committee Chairman Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his take on the megabill and his new bipartisan bill to sanction Russia further; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2025: a look at a state Supreme Court decision upholding the six-week abortion ban law; what is holding up the big, beautiful tax and spend bill in the House; the latest on a threat against Congresswoman Nancy Mace; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 13, 2025: we continue our legislative session debrief with two big House names to discuss big legislative accomplishments, the politics of the 2025 legislative session, and what they want to see move when lawmakers return next January.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 10, 2025: a wrap up of the first year of the 2 year legislative session!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 06, 2025: we preview the final week of the legislative session, including what major bills are where, and what will have to wait until the 2026 session; we have some state party news, including which rising star is headlining a Democratic fundraiser this month and who the Republicans chose as their state leader this weekend; we talk with a USC history professor who has been watching the papal developments from Rome; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 03, 2025: we look at what lawmakers accomplished this final week of the legislative session, including two major education bills; House Family Caucus Chairman Rep. John McCravy is in hot water for past antisemitic and homophobic comments; Vice President JD Vance visited Nucor Steel Berkeley to celebrate domestic manufacturing; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 29, 2025: we have six legislative days left in this year’s session and with much to look at we talk with reporter Maayan Schechter about the Sine Die sprint—something you can follow along with by reading the State House Gavel I co-author with Maayan and THE Russ McKinney!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 26, 2025: we look at the Senate approved budget and what briefly stalled the school voucher bill in the chamber; we also follow up with Sen. Larry Grooms for more details on that historic hearing on Monday to remove state Treasurer Curtis Loftis as we await clarity from the House; we have our we have our monthly Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report; and more!
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 22, 2025, is dedicated to the historic and unprecedented removal from office hearing of Treasurer Curtis Loftis, a statewide constitutional officer, by the state Senate for “willfully neglecting his duties” over the handling of the $1.8 billion discrepancy in state funds. We take you through the machinations of the hearing that took place in the South Carolina Senate on Monday.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 15, 2025: we’re on spring break this week, so we’re giving you a special episode featuring host Gavin Jackson and guest Dr. Joey Von Nessen for an economic update amid global uncertainty and volatility.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 12, 2025: the Senate Finance Committee approves its version of the $14.5 billion state budget and eliminates earmarks; what’s in the hands-free device driving bill that moved out of the House for the first time ever; Scott Morgan has a feature on electric busses; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 8, 2025: we catch you up on the budget action in Washington as Republicans get closer to implementing major Trump Administration priorities; in Columbia, we take you through the confirmation hearing of Dept. of Public Health nominee Dr. Ed Simmer; we also hear from DAODAS Director Sara Goldsby about what’s fueling a decline in drug overdose deaths; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 5, 2025: we close out the Table Rock Complex fires with a final update; we take a look at the utility bill that moved through the Senate late Wednesday as well as the anti-DEI bill that went through the House; the major tax reform and reduction bill hits the skids as the financial impact is revealed; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 1, 2025: we’re catching you up on the Republican push to reform and lower taxes in the state; we look at what is on tap this week at the Statehouse; Winthrop Poll director Dr. Scott Huffmon joins us to break down his latest poll findings and get our first look at the 2026 race; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 29, 2025: tort reform is done—in the Senate, for now; we catch up with Sen. Larry Grooms on his subcommittee’s report over the 1.8 billion dollar boondoggle and the recommendation to impeach Treasurer Curtis Loftis; the Table Rock Complex fires continue to burn more than 10,000 acres in the Upstate; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 25, 2025: Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency for an ongoing forest fire in Pickens County; we preview the week at the Statehouse, including a major report on the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy; Russ McKinney reports on Dr. Ed Simmer’s confirmation to lead the state Department of Health; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 22 2025: we look at week three of the tort reform debate, which resulted in some movement on the massive bill S. 244; state Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver talks anecdotally of the impact of the no cell phones in schools ban; an anti-DEI bill gets changed and moves to the House floor; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2025: we look at the state of the SCDOT and catch you up on some of the major things happening at the agency; we preview the week ahead with all eyes on what is set to happen with S. 244, the major tort reform bill; Sen. Lindsey Graham and Congressman Jim Clyburn hit the Sunday shows; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 15, 2025: week nine of the legislative session just wrapped up, which means we are more than half-way done with the legislative session; the House passed its $14.5B general fund budget; the Senate was a bit quiet on its tort reform debate this week; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 11, 2025: lawmakers in the South Carolina House are debating the $14 billion spending plan that will soon head to the Senate; Sen. Lindsey Graham was in Columbia on Monday where he spoke about a federal government shutdown and other priorities; former 1st District Republican candidate Katie Arrington has a major, new gig; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 08, 2025: we look at Senate bill S. 244 that’s still being debated in the Senate, and House’s H. 3497 liquor liability bill, which passed the chamber on Thursday with unanimous, bipartisan support; a deep dive on tort reform; a reminder to spring forward this weekend; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 04, 2025: the latest involving the $1.8 billion boondoggle accounting error involving the state treasurer; House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bruce Bannister shares his thoughts as the House is less than a week away from debating the massive spending bill; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 01, 2025: we’re recapping major bills and action in the state Senate and House from this week including the school voucher bill; an interview with House Education Committee Chairwoman Shannon Erickson; what the House did to the Senate’s plan and where it goes next; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 25, 2025: we look at a different version of the school voucher bill that’s poised to move in the Statehouse; Sen. Stephen Goldfinch continues our conversation on the $1.8 billion boondoggle accounting discrepancy involving the state Treasurer’s Office; Senate LCI Committee Chairman Tom Davis breaks down the energy generation needs our state faces; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 22, 2025: Maayan Schechter has two deep dives on legislation from the Statehouse as we focus on education funding and vouchers; we have a small tidbit for our 2026 WATCH and some action from Washington on the budget reconciliation process; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 18, 2025: we look at what’s on tap this week at the Statehouse; we catch up with USC Law Professor Derek Black to discuss his new book on Black literacy traced over the centuries in the South; comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was in Europe and the Middle East; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 15, 2025: we look at the abortion debate that played out in state Supreme Court this week; in Washington Congresswoman Nancy Mace made serious allegations from the House floor; Sen. Lindsey Graham continued his work on budget reconciliation to advance the Trump administration agenda; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 11, 2025: we look at statehouse activity for this week, including a bill that would allow Scout Motors and Teslas to be sold in South Carolina, which is currently illegal; a state Supreme Court hearing this week on the six-week abortion bill; Rock Hill Rep. Brandon Guffey discusses his efforts to keep children safe online; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 8, 2025: a look at some big bills from the state version of DOGE to anti-DEI and the K-12 voucher bills that moved this week; Sen. Lindsey Graham gets the green light for his budget reconciliation process; a 2026 watch update and break down the tariff turmoil; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 4, 2025: Sen. Lindsey Graham talks about recent moves and cabinet confirmations out of Washington; Statehouse reporters Maayan Schechter and Jeffrey Collins give us some insight on the first month of the legislative session and the governors annual address; we also have an economic update that includes interest rates, U.S. GDP and our state’s unemployment rate; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 1, 2025: we take a deep dive into the latest surrounding the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy boondoggle error involving the state’s books; the Senate passed its school voucher bill; Gov. Henry McMaster gave his annual state of the state address; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 28, 2025: Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his take on budget reconciliation, immigration, infrastructure funding, and presidential pardons; the U.S. Attorney’s Office for South Carolina has detained a man who allegedly sextorted Rep. Brandon Guffey’s son who took his own life as a result; we share an excerpt of our interview with U.S. Attorney Adair Ford; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2025: we talk with Sen. Larry Grooms as we continue our look at the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy that has claimed another state financial official; we also look at some moves up in Washington this past week involving our delegation; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 21, 2025: we take you through part of now former President Joe Biden’s final, full day in office that he spent in South Carolina; we get reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on inauguration day and hear his thoughts about how much it will cost to implement border security; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 18, 2025: the first week of the legislative session brought some surprises along the way, including the new bombshell forensic audit on the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy on the states’ books; in the Senate, members kicked off debate on their new school voucher bill; the House took enlightening testimony on a utility reform bill; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 14, 2025: we continue to talk with top leaders about the priorities for the two year legislative session; we hear from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, whose Republicans make up a supermajority of the chamber; we also hear from House Democratic Leader Todd Rutherford; Sen. Lindsey Graham staffs up for 2026; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 11, 2025: our exclusive interview with S.C. House Speaker Murrell Smith where he outlines his priorities for the 2025 legislative session, gives his take on school vouchers, taxes, and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 7, 2025: we catch you up on some of the Congressional drama kicking off the 119th congress; there’s early voting for a special election primary in one Lowcountry House district; reporter Scott Morgan speaks with Faith Fuller, whose parents created Habitat for Humanity, which became inextricably linked to the late 39th President Jimmy Carter; and more!
On this special holiday episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 24, 2024: our “Hot or Not” 2025 list episode, a cultivated list of the hottest trends you need to be ready for in 2025, and the ones you can leave behind!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 21, 2024: our full interview with USC Research Economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen, recapping the economic year of 2024 and previewing 2025.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 17, 2024: we look at what’s going on this week from the statehouse to Congress; Sen. Lindsey Graham shares his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary; a look back on the lives of Congressman John Spratt and former state Sen. Kay Patterson; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 14, 2024: we look at why the federal government is suing South Carolina; reporter Maayan Schechter tells us of two South Carolinians among the 39 folks Biden pardoned along with nearly 1,500 people prison sentence commutations; Senate Republicans are going all-gas-no-brakes on a third attempt at a school voucher bill; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 10, 2024: we hear more from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey on the upcoming session; two prominent South Carolinians weigh in on transgender issues in Washington; we hear about how President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs may affect South Carolina; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 7, 2024: a look at what lawmakers did when they returned to Columbia, briefly, this week, ahead of the start of the legislative session on Jan. 14.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 3, 2024: look at what lawmakers will be doing when they return to Columbia this week; we hear from two professors about more ramifications from Election 2024, including the role of social media, as well as how the geopolitical economy could shift; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 23, 2024: we look at the first estimate of how much money lawmakers will have to budget with next year; we look at the material and the process involved with a state education panel’s evaluation of four books to be removed from classrooms across the S.C.; we follow up on Nancy Mace and her part in a Congressional UAP hearing, as well as an update on U.S. House bathroom policy; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 19, 2024: we hear from state House Republican leaders on their priorities for next session; we get the final recount numbers in for one of the four Senate Democratic seats Republicans flipped; we take a look at leadership changes in the U.S. Senate; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 16, 2024: host Gavin Jackson has a conversation with Wall Street Journal reporter and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bauerlein on her book The Devil at his Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 12, 2024: we get some final election 2024 numbers and take a look at priorities from Republicans in the Statehouse up to Congress; SC Public Radio’s Russ McKinney reports on the state’s growing energy needs; a look at South Carolinians making moves and who isn’t joining the Trump administration from our state; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 9, 2024: we look at Election 2024 with a recap of the presidential, congressional, and state house races, and give you in-depth analysis from party leaders, politicos, and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 5, 2024: America votes! It is election day in America; we look at what some pastors from across the state preached from the pulpit on Sunday; we also look at which counties have sales tax referendums on the ballot; a look at what books may be banned from middle and high school classrooms this week; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 2, 2024: a special crossover of the Lede and “This Week in South Carolina,” taped live at SCETV’s studios in Columbia. Gavin is joined by Associated Press national politics reporter Meg Kinnard and South Carolina Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter to discuss Election 2024 up and down the ballot before a studio audience.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2024: we hear more from State Election Commission Director Howard Knapp; the latest from S.C. teenagers who have been disenfranchised by the SCDMV that failed to register them to vote; a new poll on what S.C. voters think is most important this election; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 26, 2024: we hear from the voters who have driven record early voting turnout this week and speak with State Election Commission Director Howard Knapp; S.C.’s two Republican senators were campaigning for former President Donald Trump this week as the former president was labeled a fascist by his former chief of staff; we have details on how you can join our live taping of the SC Lede on 10/30 in Columbia; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 22, 2024: early voting has started in South Carolina and we hear from voters from around the state; we take look at election security with Victoria Hansen; we hear what Sen. Lindsey Graham had to say about Republicans voting for VP Kamala Harris on Meet the Press; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 19, 2024: a look at the week on the campaign trail with insight and analysis from Rep. James Clyburn and SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick; a look at the latest from the South Carolina Ports; details on how to join us for our live Lede taping on Oct. 30 in our Columbia studio; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 15, 2024: a look at the poll worker shortage facing our state and some of the reasons behind the problem; Rep. James Clyburn discusses his concern about black men not turning out for VP Harris on Election Day; some economic news on inflation and the ongoing Boeing strike; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 12, 2024: host Gavin Jackson’s full conversation with state Attorney General Alan Wilson from This Week in South Carolina; Gavin also speaks with Valerie Bauerlein, author of The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 8, 2024: the latest from the federal government’s response to Helene in our state, and a report from Scott Morgan on neighbors helping neighbors in the town of Easley; FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell rebuts comments from former president Donald Trump; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 5, 2024: a look at response and recovery efforts in South Carolina to Tropical Storm Helene, which rolled through the state early last Friday, causing more than 41 deaths, damaging over 3,500 homes, and plunging 1.3 million residents into darkness—which, as of our taping, still includes 270,000 outages.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 2, 2024: the ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene; some of the key moments from Tuesday evening’s one-and-only vice presidential debate; part of host Gavin Jackson’s interview with AP reporter Jeffrey Collins who witnessed the first execution of a South Carolina inmate in 13 years; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 28, 2024: on the presidential campaign trail with highlights from both VP Harris and former Pres. Trump; analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Scott Huffmon; the Democratic National Committee’s plan to send tens of thousands to S.C. in hopes of flipping back some state House seats; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 24, 2024: USC Law Professor Derek Black analyzes the state Supreme Court’s decision striking down the latest voucher program; and more.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 21, 2024: a look at the Fed rate cut with USC research economist Joey Von Nessen; we head to Congress where a hearing on hate crimes becomes heated with Sen. Lindsey Graham; a roundup of the craziest stuff that happened this week on the campaign trail; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 17, 2024: two controversial figures will be speaking at USC Wednesday evening; the first S.C. execution in 13 years is set to take place Friday; we catch up with the AP’s Meg Kinnard and communications consultant Rob Godfrey about the importance of presidential debates and Taylor Swift; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 14, 2024: Rep. Joe Wilson suffered what appeared to be a stroke this week and remains hospitalized in stable condition; the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team visited the White House to celebrate their national championship title; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and Gov. Henry McMaster who headlined a fundraiser for Sen. Tom Davis; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 11, 2024, we recap some of the biggest moments from the historic debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 7, 2024: we’re looking at some tax proposals floated by both candidates this week ahead of the presidential debate Tuesday; we also take a look at a newly passed policy to ban cellphone use during the school day in classrooms statewide and what’s on your ballot this November 5; a review of the August jobs report; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 4, 2024: the latest from Sen. Lindsey Graham and what it means to be sandwiched between two swing states; we hear from Maayan Schechter about a new lawsuit against the state’s gender affirming care ban; Scott Morgan brings us the final part of his three part series on Rock Hill’s rapid rehousing program; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 31, 2024: an update on the death penalty’s return to South Carolina with SC Public Radio reporter Maayan Schechter and Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press; part two Scott Morgan’s rapid rehousing program in Rock Hill; we begin our weekly installment of campaign trail news; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 27, 2024: Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks on the Israel’s preemptive attack on Hezbollah this weekend, as well as his reaction to former Pres. Donald Trump saying he doesn’t care what Graham thinks; a look at VP Kamala Harris’ big fundraising haul, and South Carolina voters’ reaction to her becoming the nominee; Scott Morgan reports on Rock Hill’s rehousing program; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2024: a recap of the final day of the Democratic National Convention with VP Kamala Harris formally accepting her party’s nomination for president; we also have a conversation with South Carolina Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2024: we bring you comments from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz from Wednesday evening; we also hear from South Carolina’s own Jaime Harrison and two of our delegates; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 21, 2024: speeches from night two at the DNC, including remarks from both Michelle and Barack Obama; an exclusive interview with Congressman Jim Clyburn; we also hear from Maryland Gov. Wes Moore who fired up South Carolina Democrats this morning; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 20, 2024, we bring you some of the big moments from the first night of the Democratic National Convention stage.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2024: we are here in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention where members of the SC delegation are here to formally nominate VP Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the Democratic Party’s ticket; remarks from SCDP Chairwoman Christale Spain and California Congressman Ro Khanna; we also hear from one of our delegates, former Charleston Sen. Marlon Kimpson; and more!
The South Carolina Lede is taking a short summer break this week, but you're still invited to leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 06, 2024: the latest developments from the campaign trail, including VP Kamala Harris becoming the first woman of color to be nominated to lead a major party; a look at Sen. Lindsey Graham’s appearance this past weekend on Fox News Sunday; economic news on data that’s causing some people to panic; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 30, 2024: a recap of the major news events of the past two weeks, featuring a discussion with University of South Carolina political science professor Dr. Kirk Randazzo, Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 27, 2024: we take you on the campaign trail with the latest from Pres. Joe Biden dropping out of the race; VP Kamala Harris’ first big rally as the presumptive nominee; what former Pres. Donald Trump had to say before thousands at his first post-RNC rally in Charlotte; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 23, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s bombshell decision not to seek re-election and his endorsement of VP Kamala Harris for president; reactions from several big South Carolinians and from Harris; we hear from Rep. Nancy Mace during Monday’s House Oversight Committee hearing with the head of the U.S. Secret Service just nine days after a failed assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 18, 2024: part of 1st District Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s remarks before the RNC yesterday evening; Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his insight on how former Pres. Donald Trump has changed since the attempt on his life on Saturday, and what he hopes Trump says in his speech tonight at 10 p.m. EDT; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 17, 2024: day three of the Republican National Convention, with highlights from former Gov. Nikki Haley’s primetime speech on Tuesday; SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick talks about his evolving party and Sen. Tim Scott talks about his fiancé who he will be marrying in just over two weeks; Rep. Nancy Mace is set to take the convention stage this evening; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 16, 2024: a recap of some of the big moments from Day One of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee and a preview of what’s in store for tonight’s program; an exclusive sit-down interview with Gov. Henry McMaster to discuss the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life, and his thoughts on Ohio Sen. JD Vance being picked as Trump’s running mate; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2024: the latest from the start of the Republican National Convention, just days after the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life; Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Republican pollster Robert Cahaly discuss what that event means for the GOP; remarks from Pres. Joe Biden from Sunday evening; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 13, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s make or break week at the NATO summit and the subsequent press conferences where he attempted to allay concerns over his age; we hear from Rep. Jim Clyburn and what former Pres. Donald Trump is saying on the campaign trail; Gov. McMaster talks about the upcoming RNC convention; and more!
On this special summer series episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 09, 2024: a look at a new limited podcast series called “40 Acres and a Lie,” a three-part series from Reveal and the Center for Public Integrity, that tells the history of an often-misunderstood government program that gave more than 1,200 formerly enslaved people land titles, only to take the land back, fueling a wealth gap that remains today.
On this special episode of the South Carolina Lede, we bring you the premiere of South Carolina Public Radio's new history gameshow Who What When.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 02, 2024: host Gavin Jackson’s interview with the new SCDOT secretary, Justin Powell; how the State Legislature's 2017 gas tax increase has affected state roads and the underfunded DOT; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 29, 2024: a recap of the final actions of the 125th General Assembly; we also look at who won and lost in Tuesday’s primary runoffs; a small recap of the first presidential debate; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 25, 2024: it’s primary runoff day, with 13 races across the state; the S.C. House & Senate take up the budget conference committee report on the $14.4 billion budget; Gov. McMaster is participating in a European economic development mission trip; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 22, 2024: a primary primer on the upcoming June 25 primary runoff elections with SC Public Radio reporter Maayan Schechter; host Gavin Jackson’s interview with S.C. Commerce Secretary Harry Lightsey; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 18, 2024: a look at some comments made by Sen. Tim Scott about being on the shortlist as a potential running mate for former President Donald Trump, and a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling prohibiting bump stocks; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 12, 2024, we have a full recap and analysis of the 2024 June SC primaries.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 8, 2024: a look at the upcoming election with an update from State Election Commission director Howard Knapp on the safety, security, and integrity of our elections in the state; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter gives an update on what happened at the Statehouse this week, and what to watch for on election night; and more!
June 3, 2024 — A look this week's special legislative session to elect the next state Supreme Court justice; Sen. Tim Scott was on Fox News Sunday talking about former President Donald Trump’s guilty convictions; the latest research on climate change as we head into hurricane season; and more.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 1, 2024: reaction to former President Donald Trump’s conviction on all 34 counts of falsifying business records; a look at the new SC DUI penalties now in the books; an update on who will be the new State Supreme Court justice; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 29, 2024: a look at some recent developments on the campaign trail; SC Emergency Management Director Kim Stenson chimes in on forecasters predicting above-average hurricane activity this season; we discuss a few of the bills Gov. Henry McMaster recently signed into law and three he vetoed; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 25, 2024: an update from SC Public Radio reporter Victoria Hansen on the 1st Congressional District Republican primary race; former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley comes around to the Trump train after being his final primary opponent; Gov. McMaster signed several bills into law this week, including a law with new penalties for drunk driving; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 21, 2024: a look at the political calendar for the week; Sen. Tim Scott on VP speculation and his thoughts on RFK, Jr.; updates from the 1st and 4th congressional district primaries, including who isn’t debating ahead of the June 11 primary; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 18, 2024, we’re looking back at the 60th anniversary of racial integration of the University of South Carolina, the same week as the 70th anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court; Gavin Jackson’s April 19th conversation with USC history professor Dr. Bobby Donaldson and Dr. Henrie Monteith Treadwell; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 14, 2024: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was on Meet The Press on Sunday to discuss weapons shipments to Israel; Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin gave the commencement address to the South Carolina State University class of 2024; SC Public Radio reporter Scott Morgan brings us a report on the aftermath of that late April storm that severely damaged several homes in York County; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 11, 2024: the final week of S.C. legislation for 2024 is in the books, so we take a look at what happened, what made it to the Governor, what’s still being worked on, and what died; we host a roundtable discussion featuring Jeffrey Collins of the Associated Press, Joe Bustos of The State Newspaper, Maayan Schechter of SC Public Radio, and Mary Green of WIS-TV; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 7, 2024: we look at the state of play heading into the final week of legislation; on network television, Sen. Tim Scott discussed running mate speculation and Rep. Jim Clyburn spoke on his presidential medal of freedom award; we catch up with head of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Tom Barkin, to talk about the economy, housing, inflation; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 4, 2024: we look at a SC bill that prohibits gender affirming care for transgender students; we have the latest development on the state’s six week abortion law; Congressman Clyburn receives the presidential medal of freedom; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 30, 2024: we fill you in on what’s happening during the final days of the SC Legislature; we take a deep dive on the 4th Congressional District Republican primary fight; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter brings you the latest on medical marijuana; Sen. Lindsey Graham talks about presidential immunity; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 27, 2024: we look at changes made by the Senate in their version of the state’s operating budget the chamber approved this week; we hear a songful testimony before a House judiciary subcommittee; we also talk with talk to Sen. Larry Grooms, who is leading an investigation into the $1.8 billion discrepancy on the state treasurer’s books; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 23, 2024: we catch you up on the U.S. House passing its foreign aid package and get reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the conflict; covering the Statehouse, Maayan Schechter and Russ McKinney discuss South Carolina’s judicial reform and elections, as well as energy production in the state; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 20, 2024: the latest developments in the $1.8 billion discrepancy in a state treasury account; a Boeing whistleblower who testified on Capitol Hill over safety concerns about the North Charleston produced 787 jet; Congress’s upcoming vote on tens of billions in foreign aid; a discussion about the Ukrainian war with NPR Paris correspondent Eleanor Beardsley; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 16, 2024: host Gavin Jackson has a preview for what’s on tap this week at the S.C. Statehouse; he revisits his interview with USC economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen, continuing the conversation about the hot economy and jobs report that came out for March; Nikki Haley has a new gig; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 13, 2024: we look at Crossover Week in the SC Statehouse, as we are less than a month away from the end of the legislative session; we also look at what the Senate Finance Committee’s version of the $13.8 billion state budget looks like with USC's research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 9, 2024: we preview the week ahead in the SC Statehouse; we hear reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on former President Donald Trump’s plans to end the Russia-Ukraine war; we have a feature from Victoria Hansen on Charleston’s new mayor; and more!
On this Spring Break episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 2, 2024: Gavin Jackson’s interview of Democratic Congressman Jim Clyburn and Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace, featured on This Week in South Carolina, where they discuss the falling of Maryland’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, and how it may impact the Port of Charleston.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 30, 2024: a utility bill that would fast track permitting of a natural gas line in the state; a bill that would outlaw diversity, equity and inclusion being used in hiring and admissions at public institutions of higher education; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was in Israel this week; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 26, 2024: we catch up with House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bruce Bannister; we check out what earmarks Sen. Lindsey Graham secured in the recently approved federal budget; we have a report from Victoria Hansen on North Charleston's new mayor, Reggie Burgess; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 23, 2024: we catch up with Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press and Joe Bustos with The State newspaper to discuss news from the Statehouse; we look at the latest Fed decision to hold interest rates steady; we get a report from Scott Morgan on evictions in the state; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 19, 2024: a look at the Senate’s recently passed judicial reform bill; an update on a controversial Senate bill that would restrict how the state could respond to a future public health emergency; House Speaker Murrell Smith updates us on what the priorities are for his chamber with eight weeks left in the session; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 16, 2024: we look at the $13.2 billion House-approved budget; we also have some primary news as the filing period for elections opens; SC Public Radio reporter Scott Morgan has an extended, in-depth look at build-to-rent housing; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 12, 2024: we look at Rep. Nancy Mace’s latest tangle, this time involving ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos; Sen. Lindsey Graham continues his calls for greater support for the Israel conflict; Russ McKinney reports on the renewed drama involving the state’s $3.5 billion accounting error; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 6, 2024: Nikki Haley, Republican presidential candidate and former governor, suspends her campaign following additional losses from Super Tuesday.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 2, 2024: host Gavin Jackson checks in from Washington, D.C. and closes out his coverage the South Carolina 2024 Republican presidential primary.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 27, 2024: we revisit the Republican presidential primary election night 2024.
On this special edition of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: host Gavin Jackson is joined by Winthrop University's Scott Huffmon to discuss the 2024 South Carolina Republican Primary.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: producer A.T. Shire guest hosts this mini-podcast leading up to this afternoon’s live Lede presentation covering today’s S.C. Republican primary.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 20, 2024: host Gavin Jackson is back on the campaign trail with Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley; get the latest details for upcoming visits of former President Donald Trump to S.C.; hear analysis from Winthrop University Poll Director Scott Huffmon on his latest findings; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2024: we spend Valentine’s Day with former President Donald Trump; we continue to crisscross the state following Nikki Haley’s bus tour; we catch you up on the biggest moves happening in the statehouse dealing with medical marijuana, guns, and booze; and more!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 13, 2024: host Gavin Jackson sits down with former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley to discuss a wide-range of issues, including incendiary comments made by former President Donald Trump at his rally regarding NATO, and Haley’s husband, Michael, and more.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2024: a look at some of the biggest moves in the statehouse this week.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 6, 2024: host Gavin Jackson talks with AP political reporter Meg Kinnard about the SC first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary won by Pres. Joe Biden on Saturday; a look at the latest on the Republican trail as we follow former SC Gov. Nikki Haley around the state, and expect to see former Pres. Donald Trump to visit sometime this week; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2024: a look at the latest moves in the SC Statehouse, including bills that clamp down on social media and pornography; continuing coverage of Democratic First in the Nation primary on Feb. 3; on presidential campaign trail with former SC Gov. Nikki Haley; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 30, 2024, host Gavin Jackson has your “Dem Pod,” recapping the major moments of this past month ahead of the first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary here in our state this Saturday, Feb. 3. We’ve seen multiple visits from the biggest names in the Democratic party, including Pres. Joe Biden and VP Kamala Harris.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forJanuary 27, 2024, SC Public Radio Reporter Maayan Schechter guest hosts. If you’re registered and voting in the SC Republican presidential primary on Feb. 24, this episode is for you! We’ve been exploring the GOP presidential primary, and why South Carolina is such an integral part of any candidate’s road to the White House.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this bonus episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2024, a short New Hampshire aftermath pod: former President Donald Trump wins the NH Republican presidential primary; host Gavin Jackson takes a look at the numbers, hears from voters and the candidates, and gets some analysis from former Nikki Haley staffer Rob Godfrey!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 23, 2024, host Gavin Jackson continues the podcast from New Hampshire after a weekend of busy campaign activity: former President Donald Trump received some notable endorsements, including from FL Gov. Ron DeSantis; Judge Judy Sheindlin made a rally appearance in support of former SC Gov. Nikki Haley; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2024, host Gavin Jackson checks in from New Hampshire as he follows the campaign trail of former SC Gov. Nikki Haley ahead of the Jan. 23 Republican primary; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter has the latest from the SC Statehouse as week two of the legislative session wraps up; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2024, it’s our “Iowa Pod.” Former President Trump had a major victory Monday night in Iowa, winning with a strong 51% majority, while FL Gov. Ron DeSantis narrowly edged out former SC Gov. Nikki Haley by two points to win the second spot; we have key Iowa takeaways, and what it means going forward to New Hampshire and South Carolina; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2024, host Gavin Jackson checks in from the trail in Des Moines, IA, leading up to Caucus Day on January 15th. We’ll look at the big moments from the week as Republican presidential candidates make their final pitches to Iowans; check out our new survey to give us some Lede feedback; and more! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 9, 2024: our legislative preview for the 2024 legislative session, featuring guests Seanna Adcox, editor of the SC Daily Gazette, and James Pollard, Report for America corps member working with the Associated Press.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2024: a recap of the last few days, including the latest campaign trail moves for both the Republicans and Democrats; a look at who is spending what on ads and where; and former SC Governor Nikki Haley’s biggest SNAFU to date; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 2, 2024: it’s our 9th episode looking at the upcoming 2024 Republican presidential primary. We are wrapping up the history portion of our series by looking at the 2016 race, the last recent competitive Republican presidential primary; we look at how real estate billionaire and reality show TV star Donald Trump took the race, and world, by storm; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this year end special episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 27, 2023, host Gavin Jackson and producer A.T. Shire discuss what's in and what's out in 2024.
December 20, 2023: How the Palmetto State's economy fared in 2023 and a look at the year ahead from the USC Darla Moore School of Business's Economic Outlook Conference; comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the latest in the Middle East; and more.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2023: major endorsement news for the Haley campaign out of New Hampshire; a look at the latest big polls out of Iowa 30 days away from caucus day; and host Gavin Jackson tags along with Americans for Prosperity Action as their team goes door-knocking in a Lowcountry neighborhood; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2023 is the 8th in a series that takes a look at all things related to the upcoming 2024 Republican presidential primary.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2023: a recap and clips of the 4th Republican presidential primary that took place on Dec. 6 in Tuscaloosa; analysis of the debate with Nikki Haley’s former Chief of Staff, Rob Godfrey; and more.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 5, 2023 features a look at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s recent swing through the Palmetto State; the 4th Republican debate coming up on Wednesday; Sen. Lindsey Graham’s take on the Israel-Hamas conflict; and more.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2023: a trip on the campaign trail to Bluffton, SC with former Gov. Nikki Haley. We hear from the people who attended her record-setting rally on Monday and take a look at developments in her campaign, including a major endorsement, and her new ad campaign in several early-voting states.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 29, 2023 is the 7th in a series that focuses on the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary. Host Gavin Jackson takes a look at who won, and how they did it, during the 2008, 2012, and 2016 campaigns.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 25, 2023 is a dedicated episode dealing with education, and host Gavin Jackson’s recent interview with State Superintended of Education, Ellen Weaver.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 21, 2023 features: part of host Gavin Jackson’s conversation with Lexington Republican Senator Katrina Shealy; a conversation between SC Public Radio reporters Maayan Schechter and Russ McKinney about judicial reform being debated in the SC Statehouse; the future of the energy industry here in the Palmetto State; and reporter Scott Morgan with a look at a Greenville County ordinance on protesting.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2023 features: a look at the abrupt movements shaking up the 2024 field, now that we’re less than 100 days until the First in the South Republican Presidential Primary; a check-in with AP national politics reporter Meg Kinard; a look at upcoming campaign trail visits from Nikki Haley and Donald Trump; and more.
On this 6th SC 2024 episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 14, 2023, host Gavin Jackson takes a look at polling: love it, hate it, we all devour it! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2023, a look at the third Republican presidential debate with analysis by reporter Meg Kinnard of the Associated Press and Alex Strohman, Republican strategist and former Director of the SC Republican Party; a rundown of the big local election wins; and deciphering what the actions in Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia during this off-year election could mean for November 2024.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 7, 2023, the third Republican presidential debate takes place tonight in Miami; the South Carolina “first in the nation” Democratic presidential primary happens on Feb. 3; and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis scores a major endorsement.
November 4, 2023 — News out of Washington from Sen. Lindsey Graham and Rep. Jim Clyburn; the ongoing efforts to address domestic violence in our state; comments from former Gov. Nikki Haley, who is now officially on S.C.’s ballot; and more.
October 31, 2023 — We take a look at the unsavory part of the campaigning process: the dirty tricks and the negative campaigning that, among other things, gives politics a bad name.
On this bonus edition of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2023, a special treat from Gavin Jackson and A.T. Shire! Enjoy this encore presentation of “South of Spooky,” featuring one of their favorite episodes in the series.
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2023 is dedicated to local elections and we take that deep dive with South Carolina Public Radio’s Scott Morgan and his in-depth report on why turnout is so low in local elections.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 24, 2023: Sen. Lindsey Graham’s trip to Israel; Rep. Jim Clyburn’s thoughts on the Republican speakership; how SC’s six-week abortion ban is affecting pregnant women; and more.
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2023, the latest news on the Israeli-Gaza war; we also hit the campaign trail with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in Rock Hill.
October 17, 2023 — We continue our series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a deep dive into the strategy behind campaigns. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 14, 2023 — A recap of this week's US Supreme Court hearing about South Carolina's redrawn 1st congressional district map that a lower court ruled was racially gerrymandered; the results of the latest Winthrop Poll; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 10, 2023 — A look at U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace's vote last week to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy; updates from Sen. Tim Scott's recent presidential campaign stops; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
October 7, 2023 — A look at the current strength of the Palmetto State's economy; a deep dive into the status of South Carolina's housing market; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
October 3, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a look at the divisions that exist Palmetto State's party. While the Republican electorate varies ideologically from one part of the state to the next, overall South Carolina is fairly representative of the national party. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
September 30, 2023 — Recap and analysis of the second Republican presidential debate, including a breakdown of exchanges between the Palmetto State's homegrown hopefuls, Nikki Haley and Tim Scott. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.
September 26, 2023 — We hear from former President Donald Trump and his supporters at a campaign stop in Summerville this week; what the end of American Recovery Plan Act childcare funds could mean for South Carolinians; and more.
September 23, 2023 — A look at the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden; updates from state health officials on the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory virus season; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 19, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a look at the people who make up the voting base and the regions in which they reside. South Carolina is home to folks who make the state Republican Party a cross-section of ideologies and priorities that have helped the state chose the Republican nominee nearly every primary since 1980. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 16, 2023 — SC Public Radio's Scott Morgan joins us with a special report detailing the lasting impacts of abortion for four South Carolina women. As always, feel free to leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show.
September 12, 2023 — Sen. Lindsey Graham's reaction to the news that he was recommended for an indictment in the Georgia 2020 election investigation but ultimately not pursued; recent comments from South Carolina's 2024 GOP presidential candidates; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 10, 2023 — A recap of a former Gov. Nikki Haley's recent campaign stop in the Upstate; a look at the 2024 elections; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 5, 2023 — We begin a special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican primary, the history of our state's role in the national conversation, and what makes the first-in-the-South primary so integral to the road to the White House. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 2, 2023 — How faith is playing a role in former Gov. Nikki Haley and Sen. Tim Scott's presidential campaigns; a recap of the influential Faith and Freedom BBQ held by Rep. Jeff Duncan this week in Anderson, SC; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 29, 2023 — Campaign trail updates from former Gov. Nikki Haley and Sen. Tim Scott as they crisscrossed the state this week; a look at how South Carolinians feel about abortion; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 26, 2023 — Analysis of the SC Supreme Court's decision to uphold the state's six-week abortion ban law; a recap of how the two South Carolina Republican presidential candidates fared in this week's debate; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 22, 2023 — A look ahead to the first Republican presidential debate this week; new polling numbers about the 2024 elections; how a new ruling by a federal judge affects the Palmetto State's ethics laws; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 19, 2023 — Sen. Lindsey Graham's comments on the Georgia grand jury indictment of former President Donald Trump; Rep. Nancy Mace discusses artificial intelligence; a recap of presidential hopeful Sen. Tim Scott's visit to the Iowa State Fair; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 15, 2023 — A recap of some of the big moments from 2024 candidates at the Iowa State Fair this weekend; a look back on the life of late state Sen. John Scott, who passed away Sunday; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 12, 2023 — Updates from the 2024 campaign trail; a recap of former President Donald Trump's recent visit to the Palmetto State; comments from Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) about President Joe Biden's climate policies; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 8, 2023 — An in-depth recap of former President Donald Trump's recent appearance as keynote speaker at the S.C. Republican Party's annual Silver Elephant dinner. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 5, 2023 — On this special episode, host Gavin Jackson and produce AT Shire discuss their experiences taking part in the PRX Journalism Podcast Accelerator program and what's in store for the Lede in the coming months. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 1, 2023 — On this special episode, we bring you important conversations from SCETV's recent Palmetto Perspectives program on human trafficking in South Carolina.
July 29, 2023 — 1st Congressional District Republican Nancy Mace questions UFO whistleblower David Grusch; comments from Sen. Tim Scott about fellow Republican presidential candidate and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's support of Florida's new school curriculum regarding slavery; the latest South Carolina news from the 2024 campaign trail; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 25, 2023 — A recap of Republican presidential hopeful former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's first campaign stop in the Palmetto State; new polling data from South Carolina voters; a look at judicial reform efforts in the state; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 22, 2023 — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visits South Carolina and becomes the first GOP presidential hopeful to register for the state's primar; the latest state employment numbers; a potential 2024 primary challenger for Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC); and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 18, 2023 — A look at how members of the Palmetto State's congressional delegation were involved in the debate around the Nation Defense Authorization Act passed last week by the U.S. House of Representatives; a recap of comments from Republican presidential hopefuls Sen. Tim Scott, Nikki Haley, and others at the recent Family Leadership Summit in Iowa; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 12, 2023 - A recap of President Biden's recent visit to the Palmetto State to tout his economic agenda; a look at who's leading the fundraising race in the 2024 race; remarks from SC Attorney General Alan Wilson on his ideas for judicial reform; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 5, 2023 — A recap of former President Donald Trump's recent campaign rally in Pickens, SC; the latest poll data on how the 2024 election is shaping up in the Palmetto State; a report on legal developments involving the state House of Representatives Freedom Caucasus; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 1, 2023 — The latest on the state Supreme Court action regarding the recently-passed six-week abortion ban; a report from First Lady Dr. Jill Biden's visit to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island; major infrastructure updates; and much more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 27, 2023 — We discuss severe weather season and the effects of climate change with Dr. Kirstin Dow, professor of geography at the University of South Carolina, and Kim Stenson, director of the South Carolina Emergency Management Division. You can vote for the Lede as "Best Local Podcast" in the 2023 Free Times Best of Columbia here: https://freetimes.secondstreetapp.com/Best-of-Columbia-2023-Voting/gallery/?group=457630
June 20, 2023 — Updates from the 2024 campaign trail as Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley visits the Palmetto State; Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) responds to comments from former President Barack Obama; a recap of the 2023 South Carolina legislative session; and more. You can vote for the Lede as "Best Local Podcast" in the 2023 Free Times Best of Columbia here: https://freetimes.secondstreetapp.com/Best-of-Columbia-2023-Voting/gallery/?group=457630
June 17, 2023 — What state lawmakers accomplished this state legislative session and what's on the table for next year; Rep. James Clyburn on gun reform; comments from South Carolina politicians on the arraignment of former President Donald Trump; and more. Vote for the Lede as "Best Local Podcast" in the 2023 Free Times Best of Columbia! You can also leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 13, 2023 — Reaction from South Carolina politicians to the indictment of former President Donald Trump; 2024 campaign trail updates; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 10, 2023 — A look at the compromise reached by state House and Senate negotiators reached this week over the $13.8 billion state budget; the latest on bond reform legislation heading to Gov. Henry McMaster's desk; updates from the 2024 campaign trail; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 6, 2023 — 2024 Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visits South Carolina; campaign trail updates from Nikki Haley and Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC); and much more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 3, 2023 — An extended interview with former South Carolina Supreme Court Justice Kaye Hearn about her life, career as a judge and the controversial 3-2 decision earlier this year which found South Carolina’s then six-week abortion law violated the state constitutional right to privacy. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 30, 2023 — The latest on the six-week abortion ban signed by Gov. Henry McMaster and blocked in circuit court following a filing by abortion rights groups; Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) responds to an arrest warrant issued by Russia for his support of Ukraine; South Carolina's congressional map heads to the Supreme Court; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 27, 2023 — A recap of Sen. Tim Scott's swing through the early voting states of Iowa and New Hampshire as his 2024 presidential campaign begins. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 23, 2023 — An in-depth look at the official launch of Sen. Tim Scott's (R-SC) 2024 presidential campaign and his career in politics. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 20, 2023 — An extensive recap of the nearly 24 hours of debate this week in the South Carolina House of Representatives over a six-week abortion ban bill. The House approved the legislative, which now heads to the state Senate. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 16, 2023 — A look at this week's abortion legislation debate as state lawmakers enter special session; comments from Gov. Henry McMaster about why he has called legislators back to the statehouse; Charleston Democratic Sen. Marlon Kimpson's retires from the state Senate; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 13, 2023 — A look at the bills that made it over the sine die finish line for this year's regular state legislative session as well as those moving into special session as Gov. Henry McMaster calls lawmakers back to the statehouse. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 9, 2023 — On this episode, recorded in front of a live audience at South Carolina Public Radio's 50th Anniversary Open House event in Columbia, SC, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The AP's Jeffrey Collins and Meg Kinnard to discuss this year's state legislative session and the 2024 presidential race. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 6, 2023 — An extended interview with former South Carolina governor and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 2, 2023 — Comments from Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) about his expected 2024 presidential campaign; Christale Spain becomes the first Black woman to chair the South Carolina Democratic Party; a look at the final days of the state legislative session; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 29, 2023 — The state Senate's failed attempt to pass a near-total abortion ban bill; updates from the 2024 presidential campaign trail; a school voucher bill is headed to Gov. Henry McMaster's desk; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 25, 2023 — Recent comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) on abortion and transgender athletes; more findings from the April 2023 Winthrop University Poll; updates from the 2024 campaign trail; and much more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 22, 2023 — A recap of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' first visit to the Palmetto State ahead of an expected 2024 presidential bid; the latest out of the state legislative session, including an abortion ban bill set for special order next week in the SC Senate; new state employment numbers; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 18, 2023 — A conversation with SC Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel on what measures he's urging the state legislation to pass this session; a look at the first quarter fundraising numbers for GOP presidential hopefuls; what's on tap at the statehouse this week; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 15, 2023 — On this episode, recorded live at Kite Hill Brewing Co. in Clemson, SC, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The State's Maayan Schechter to discuss this year's state legislative session and the 2024 presidential race. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 11, 2023 — A recap of last week's state legislative action, from a marathon day in the SC House to what the state Senate's $13 billion budget looks like; a conversation with South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Harry Lightsey; a 2024 presidential race update; more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 5, 2023 — A special conversation on how the first year of the legislative session is looking, what the major spending priorities are, and which bills have the best shot of making it to the governor’s desk before session ends on May 11. Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press and Joe Bustos with The State newspaper join host Gavin Jackson to discuss the latest. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 1, 2023 — Comments from South Carolina politicians about the historic indictment of former President Donald Trump; an in depth look at several controversial bills moving through the state Senate; an update about Palmetto State roads; and much more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 28, 2023 — A look at what has happened with the SC Senate medical marijuana bill that was set to move again this year; the latest on major bills moving through the state House during the final weeks of the legislative session; an update on unemployment numbers; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 25, 2023 — A debrief of the double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh; the latest on the resignation of embattled South Carolina Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom over a $3.5 billion accounting error; a look at the potential economic impact of Scout Motor's production facility in the Palmetto State; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
Leading up to the 2024 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for March 23, 2023, we take in depth look at remarks from Republican presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy at the Palmetto Family Council’s Vision ’24 National Conservative Forum in North Charleston on March 18, 2023.
March 21, 2023 — Comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on former President Donald Trump's pending indictment; a recap of Nikki Haley's recent presidential campaign stop in Myrtle Beach; the latest on investigations into South Carolina's Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom's $3.5 billion accounting error; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 18, 2023 — A recap of this week's sometimes contentious debates in the state House of Representatives regarding their state budget proposal and an incentive package for Scout Motors. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 14, 2023 — Comments from Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) about the collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank; a preview of state legislature action this week, including more details of what's in the SC House's $14 billion state budget; Bahrain receives the first F-16 fighter jet produced in South Carolina; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 11, 2023 — A recap of the debate around the state House of Representative's hate crimes bill, which passed this week; a look at the new "Freedom Caucus of South Carolina" caucus being created by Democratic legislators; the latest unemployment data; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 7, 2023 — A look at former Vice President Mike Pence's ninth visit to South Carolina since leaving office and what he spoke about with law enforcement leaders in the Lowcountry; the latest news out of the state legislature; details on the $2 billion economic development announcement by Scout Motors for a facility in the Midlands; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
March 4, 2023 — A listen to the first episode of South Carolina Public Radio's new podcast, InDebted, an exploration of why the Palmetto State is one of the worst places in the country for personal debt.
February 28, 2023 — A look at Sen. Tim Scott's (R-SC) trip to Iowa as part of his "Faith in America" listening tour as hype builds around his expected presidential bid; a recap of Vice President Kamala Harris's visit in Columbia, SC to tout the Biden administration's efforts to expand broadband access; the latest out of the state legislative session; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 25, 2023 — A final look at Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley's first 2024 campaign swing through the early voting states of New Hampshire and Iowa; a recap of this week's state legislative action; and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 21, 2023 — A recap of Nikki Haley's first swing through the first in the nation primary state of New Hampshire as her 2024 president campaign begins. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 18, 2023 — An in-depth look at the official launch of former South Carolina Governor and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley's 2024 presidential campaign and the defining moments of her nearly 20 years in politics. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 14, 2023 — A look at bills moving through the state legislature this week, including a near-total abortion ban being introduced in the SC House; a report on the increasing number of drug overdose deaths in the Palmetto State; the latest research on trauma, bullying, and what leads to school shootings; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 11, 2023 - A recap of what happened inside the state legislature this week, including the abortion bill passed by the South Carolina Senate and the critical race theory bill passed by the state House of Representatives, and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 7, 2023 — Further analysis of the expected presidential campaign announcement by former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley; a look at this week's state Supreme Court election; comments from South Carolina Democratic leaders on the state becoming the first in the nation on the 2024 Democratic presidential primary calendar; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
February 4, 2023 — A look at former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley planned presidential bid; a recap of the this week's state legislative action; comments from Sen. Tim Scott, R-SC, on police reform in light of the killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 31, 2023 — Remarks from former President Donald Trump during his first 2024 campaign stop in South Carolina; a look at tension between state House Republicans and the House Freedom Caucus; the latest on major infrastructure projects in the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 28, 2023 — We look at the the latest movement on the state legislature's priorities this session, including legislation aimed at cracking down on fentanyl trafficking, a new SC House abortion bill, and new education policy concerning critical race theory. Plus, a recap of Gov. Henry McMaster's sixth State of the State address, new state unemployment numbers, and more. And as always, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 24, 2023 — A breakdown of details in the Alex Murdaugh case as the trial gets underway this week; comments from S.C. Attorney General Alan Wilson on a new troubling human trafficking taskforce report; a look at priorities of the state House Judiciary Committee; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 21, 2023 — A recap of what's moving in the state legislature this week; a look at tensions between SC House Republicans and the House Freedom Caucus; the latest on 2024 presidential campaigns; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 17, 2023 — We take a deeper look at the South Carolina Supreme Court's decision to invalidate the state's six-week abortion ban law and what the steps forward on the issue look like this session. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 14, 2023 — A recap of Gov. Henry McMaster's inauguration for his third and final term; SC House Speaker Murrell Smith (R-Sumter) on his priorities for the legislative session; how Republican lawmakers could tackle the issue of abortion after a recent decision by the state Supreme Court; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 10, 2023 — We continue our preview of the 2023 state legislative session with excerpts from this year's S.C. Press Association legislative media workshop. Reporters heard from committee chairmen as well as state Senate Republican and Democratic caucus leaders on a range of topics ahead of this year's session, including abortion, education reform, and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 7, 2022 — We recap some of the week's biggest news, including the South Carolina Supreme Court's decision to strike down the state's six-week abortion law, the release of Gov. Henry McMaster's executive budget, and much more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
January 4, 2023 — A breakdown of the demographics of voters in the 2022 election; how the South Carolina delegation in the US House of Representatives cast their votes for the new Speaker; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
December 20, 2022 — On this special final episode of 2022, host Gavin Jackson and producer A.T. Shire look back on some of the biggest news stories out of the Palmetto State this year. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
December 17, 2022 — A look at the leaked texts from South Carolina Congressman Ralph Norman (R, 5th) calling for former President Donald Trump to invoke martial law in the days leading up to the inauguration of then-president-elect Joe Biden; a recap of major economic development announcements in the state; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
December 13, 2022 — A conversation with U.S. Attorney for South Carolina Adair Ford Boroughs about her role as the top federal law enforcement officer in the state; why Gov. Henry McMaster wants TikTok banned on state electronic devices; and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
December 10, 2022 — A recap of the South Carolina House organizational session this week and what message leaders had for the chamber; an economic outlook for the Palmetto State; and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
December 6, 2022 — SC Ports celebrates the completion of the Charleston Harbor Deepening Project; the latest on the new Democratic presidential nomination calendar; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
December 3, 2022 — A look at a potential new Democratic presidential nomination calendar and what it means for South Carolina; comments from former UN ambassador and governor Nikki Haley about the midterm elections; the latest unemployment numbers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 29, 2022 — The findings of Winthrop University's latest poll of South Carolinians on major issues; Rep. Jim Clyburn on the future of Congressional Democratic leadership; the state of COVID-19 and the flu in the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 19, 2022 — A look at the Congressional leadership shakeup in Washington and how it affects members of the South Carolina delegation; reactions from South Carolina leaders to former President Donald Trump's announcement that he will run in 2024; the latest unemployment data; and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 15, 2022 — A look at 2021 crime statistics for the Palmetto State; a recap of the abortion debate in the statehouse and where things could go in the next legislative session; an update on the economy; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 12, 2022 — A recap of the 2022 elections; the latest on abortion legislation in the state; and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 8, 2022 — A preview of the 2022 midterm elections; the latest on inflation rates and unemployment numbers; insight into this year's flu season; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 5, 2022 — An extended recap of this week's debate between the candidates running for State Superintendent of Education, as well as the latest on how the US Supreme Court cleared the way for Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) to testify before a special grand jury in George. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
November 1, 2022 — A look at how early voting is going in the Palmetto State; an update on flu season; the state of domestic violence in South Carolina; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 29, 2022 - We recap this week's gubernatorial debate between incumbent Gov. Henry McMaster and Democratic candidate Joe Cunningham. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 25, 2022 — A recap of some of the biggest moments from the recent 1st Congressional District debate between incumbent Republic Nancy Mace and Democratic challenger Dr. Annie Andrews; analysis of BMW's investment in South Carolina; a look at efforts to improve mental health access for school children; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 22, 2022 — We take an extended look at the oral arguments before the state Supreme Court this week over the six-week abortion law currently on the books. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 22, 2022 — We take an extended look at the oral arguments before the state Supreme Court this week over the six-week abortion law currently on the books. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 18, 2022 — A preview of the state Senate's session Tuesday on abortion; a look at how the Palmetto State's schools are faring; efforts by state leaders to make South Carolina more attractive to electric vehicle manufacturers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 18, 2022 — A preview of the state Senate's session Tuesday on abortion; a look at how the Palmetto State's schools are faring; efforts by state leaders to make South Carolina more attractive to electric vehicle manufacturers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 15, 2022 — A recap of this week's lieutenant governor debate; comments from US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Palmetto State infrastructure projects; the latest inflation numbers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 15, 2022 — A recap of this week's lieutenant governor debate; comments from US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Palmetto State infrastructure projects; the latest inflation numbers; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 11, 2022: We bring you special presentation of the first episode of South Carolina Public Radio's new podcast, "South of Spooky." Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 11, 2022: We bring you special presentation of the first episode of South Carolina Public Radio's new podcast, "South of Spooky." Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 8, 2022 - A look at domestic violence deaths over the past year; Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham calls Gov. Henry McMaster a chicken and other updates from the governors race; the latest unemployment data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 8, 2022 - A look at domestic violence deaths over the past year; Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham calls Gov. Henry McMaster a chicken and other updates from the governors race; the latest unemployment data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 4, 2022 — A look at efforts to provide greater access to broadband internet across the Palmetto State; an update on the 2022 gubernatorial race; the latest on monkeypox; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 4, 2022 — A look at efforts to provide greater access to broadband internet across the Palmetto State; an update on the 2022 gubernatorial race; the latest on monkeypox; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
October 1, 2022 — Updates from the 2022 South Carolina gubernatorial race; details on the abortion vote the state House took this week and what could happen next with the legislation in the Senate; a look at the state's economic health; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 27, 2022 — A preview of what's before SC House lawmakers Tuesday as they decide what to do with the state Senate's version of the abortion bill; an update on Interstate 26 widenings and other transportation infrastructure projects across the state; the latest on monkeypox in South Carolina; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 24, 2022 — Sara Goldsby, director of S.C. Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services, discusses the state’s current fight against the opioid epidemic, and we listen to more of your voicemails in an extended Wind Down section. We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 20, 2022 — An extended conversation with outgoing State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman about some of the biggest issues currently facing South Carolina schools. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 17, 2022 — The latest on the controversy surrounding Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham's 15-week nationwide abortion ban proposal; new inflation data and what it means for Social Security recipients; an extended interview with SCDHEC's Director of Public Health Dr. Brannon Traxler; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 13, 2022 — A look at where abortion legislation currently stands in the state; a breakdown of the controversy surrounding state Rep. Krystle Matthews' US Senate run against incumbent Sen. Tim Scott; an update on COVID-19 boosters; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 10, 2022 - A full recap all of the action this week as the SC Senate debated a new restrictive abortion bill. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
September 3, 2022 - A recap on the SC House debate on a new near-total abortion ban bill; new polling numbers on the governor's race; updates about the new COVID-19 booster shot; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 30, 2022 — We preview the SC House's special session abortion debate, Sen. Lindsey Graham predicts riots, reshoring of PPE production, and the latest on monkeypox. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 27th, 2022 — We take an in-depth look at Jeff Duncan's Faith and Freedom BBQ, which featured the likes of Republican Sen. Tim Scott, Gov. Henry McMaster, and keynote speaker Mike Pompeo. We also hear from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and take a look at ever changing life expectancy in South Carolina. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 23, 2022 — An update on whether Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, will appear before a special grand jury looking into the 2020 election in Georgia; a look at a law that is raising standards at all police departments across the state; the latest unemployment data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 20, 2022 — In-depth reporting on recent legal rulings, legislation, and action on abortion related issues in the state; the latest news out of the Port of Charleston; a look at how South Carolina has handled the COVID-19 pandemic and how we can better respond to future pandemics; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 16, 2022 — The latest on Sen. Lindsey Graham's subpoena fight; a look ahead at this week at the statehouse, where abortion remains a major focus; updates about monkeypox; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 13, 2022 — Comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, on the FBI's recent search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home; Boeing is once again delivering 787 Dreamliner jets more than a year after production in North Charleston was suspended due to manufacturing flaws; new COVID-19 guidance from the CDC; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 9, 2022 - Reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, to the US Senate passing the Inflation Reduction Act this weekend; the latest South Carolina unemployment numbers; updates to this hurricane season's forecasts; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 6, 2022 — The latest on monkeypox, or MPX, and the state's strategy to combat it; news on Sen. Lindsey Graham's, R-SC, subpoena drama with authorities in Georgia; updates on legislative movements in Congress and how South Carolina leaders have voted; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
August 2, 2022 — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham announces his running mate; reporting from the Wall Street Journal on ties between relatives of two prominent South Carolina politicians and a company set to profit from a new tribal casino as it sought federal approval; the latest on monkeypox and how at-risk South Carolinians can get vaccinated; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 30, 2022 — We look back on SCETV's recent "Palmetto Perspectives" forum on how to tackle gun violence, what common sense gun reforms would look like and the importance of community in dealing with such persistent problems. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 26, 2022 — Updates on challenges to the state's new abortion law; a look at efforts in Congress to codify same-sex marriage and birth control rights and how South Carolina representatives have voted; the latest news on COVID-19 subvariants and monkeypox; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 23, 2022 — Clemson University Philosophy and Biological Sciences Professor Dr. Kelly Smith joins us to discuss the recent images from the James Webb Space Telescope, the restarting of the Large Hadron Collider, and evidence-based facts versus conspiracy theories. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 19, 2022 — A recap of tense exchanges between two South Carolina representatives and witnesses during a U.S. House committee on abortion; an update on who could be Democratic gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham's lieutenant governor pick; the latest on COVID-19 in the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 16, 2022 — Information from health officials on the BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of the Omicron COVID-19 variant; a look at a new lawsuit challenging the state's six-week abortion ban; the latest on murder charges against disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 12, 2022 — A recap of recent 2024 campaign movements by two South Carolina lawmakers; a look at Black generational wealth in one Rock Hill, SC neighborhood; information about the invasive species of Asian longhorned ticks recently found in the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 9, 2022 — A recap of the first hearing held by the South Carolina House ad hoc committee on abortion; a look at how inflation is impacting South Carolinians; details on the first cases of monkeypox in the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
July 5, 2022 — Reaction from inside and outside of the statehouse to the US Supreme Court's ruling on abortion rights; the latest state unemployment data; updates about COVID-19 subvariants; and much more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 25, 2022 — What the U.S. Supreme Court's decision striking down Roe v. Wade will mean for South Carolina; the latest on the bipartisan gun violence recently passed by Congress; reporting on the Palmetto State's new medical ethics law; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 21, 2022 — A look at the $13.8 billion state budget passed by lawmakers last week; updates about inflation and interest rates; the latest news regarding COVID-19 vaccinations for young children; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 18, 2022 — Analysis of this week's major statewide, congressional, and state House of Representatives primary races. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 14, 2022 — A recap of key events and races as South Carolinians cast their ballots in the Palmetto State's primary elections, including the Democratic gubernatorial primary, the 1st and 7th Congressional district Republican primaries, and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 11, 2022 — Host Gavin Jackson and producer A.T. Shire present an extended Wind Down section. Stay tuned for next Tuesday’s podcast, feature the latest on several top congressional primaries and highlights from the Democratic gubernatorial debate. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 7, 2022 — An update on early voting in the Palmetto State; a preview of this week's Democratic gubernatorial primary debate; an in-depth look at what forecasters are calling an above average hurricane season; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
June 4, 2022 — An in-depth look at the findings of the latest Winthrop University Poll on reactions to the 2020 election, racial divides, and the 2022 congressional races; the latest on early voting in the Palmetto State; new unemployment data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 28, 2022 — Analysis of this week's 1st Congressional District Republican primary debate; new polling data on how South Carolinians are feeling; an update about the tourism industry in the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 24, 2022 — On this episode of the South Carolina Lede, originally released in August 2019, host Gavin Jackson speaks with human rights advocate Dr. Sonya Lewis about the issue of criminal domestic violence in the Palmetto State. Lewis was recently killed by a hit and run driver while attending a service for a teenager who was also killed by a hit and run driver at the same intersection.
May 22, 2022 — A final recap of the 2022 regular state legislative session; a look at the latest economic news, including weeks of market declines; information about the recent earthquakes hitting the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 17, 2022 — How the U.S. Supreme Court's expected decision on Roe v. Wade could impact a special state legislative session this year regarding abortion; Sen. Tom Davis, R-Beaufort, on the death of his medical marijuana bill this session; and much more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 14, 2022 — A comprehensive recap of the final days of the state legislative session, including which bills are heading to Gov. Henry McMaster's desk, which ones are still in conference committee, and which ones failed to pass this year. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 10, 2022 — A look at some of the biggest bills set to move during the final days of the two-year state legislative session; a recap of the recent 7th Congressional District Republican primary debate; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 7, 2022 — Initial reactions to the leaked draft of the US Supreme Court's opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade; former Vice President Mike Pence delivers the keynote address at the Carolina Pregnancy Center‘s spring gala; updates from the state legislative session; and more. We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
May 3, 2022 — A look at Judge Michelle Childs' recent confirmation hearing for the US Court of Appeals DC Circuit; a preview of this week's state legislative action; an update on the health of the Palmetto State's economy; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!
April 30, 2022 - Live from Sumter Original Brewery, host Gavin Jackson is joined by Maayan Schechter, politics editor at The State newspaper, and Meg Kinnard, reporter for the Associated Press, to discuss the latest statewide political news. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
April 26, 2022 — A look at a recent speech by Sen. Tim Scott, R-SC, about what it means to be a Republican; an update on where the first execution in the state in over a decade currently stands; a look ahead to this week's state legislative action; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
April 23, 2022 — We discuss the final few weeks of this year's state legislative session, including which bills are heading to Governor McMaster's desk next week, the latest on the critical race theory bill passed by the state House, and the controversy surrounding what the state Senate did to the early voting bill. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
April 19, 2022 — A look at what's happening at the statehouse this week as the legislative session begins to wind down; an update on first quarter fundraising numbers for some of the state's top races; new inflation data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
April 12, 2022 — Host Gavin Jackson talks with David Beasley, former South Carolina governor, current United Nations World Food Programme Director and Nobel Prize recipient, about his humanitarian work in Ukraine. We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
April 9, 2022 — An in-depth look over the trans student athlete ban bill that passed the House this week, in business we hear from one of the state’s top economists on how the year is going and in medical Scott Morgan brings us a report as part of the disconnected series looking at South Carolinians and more.
April 5, 2022 — SC Senate Minority Leader Brad Hutto, D-Orangeburg, on his party's priorities for the remaining days of the legislative session; Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, on his decision not to support US Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation; and much more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
April 2, 2022 — A rundown of the candidates who have filed for office this election year; a look at the trans athlete ban bills that are set to be debated in the state House and Senate next week; the state of COVID-19 in South Carolina; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 29, 2022 — A look at what the two Democratic candidates running for governor had to say about each other at a recent event; a conversation with state Senate majority leader Sen. Shane Massey, R-Edgefield; new research on COVID-19, the flu, and diabetes; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 26, 2022 — We look at the historic U.S. Supreme Court confirmation hearings of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, including questions from South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, Judge Jackson's own words, and analysis. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 22, 2022 — Remarks from Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-SC, at the start of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's U.S. Supreme Court confirmation hearing; a look at some of the bills currently moving through the South Carolina Senate; an update about this year's congressional primary races; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 19, 2022 — Details about the $14 billion budget passed by the state House of Representatives this week; House Speaker Jay Lucas, R-Hartsville, announces he will not seek another term in office; and much more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 15, 2022 — We bring you an in-depth look at former President Donald Trump's recent rally in Florence, SC for candidates he's endorsing to challenge two incumbent congressional Republicans. Also in this episode: the constitutional convention bill passed by the state Senate last week; new unemployment data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 12, 2022 — We discuss the omnibus spending bill recently approved by Congress and what it means for South Carolina, the passage Sen. Tim Scott's (R-SC) anti-lynching legislation, the activity this week at the state house, and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 8, 2022 — We hear from health officials on the dramatic increase in opioid deaths in South Carolina, preview this week's state legislative action, look at how geopolitical issues are affecting our economy, and more. Plus, leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 5, 2022 — The bipartisan early voting and election reform bill passed by state House lawmakers this week; the debate in the state Senate medical affairs committee over three controversial bills; Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduces a resolution to hold Russian President Vladimir Putin accountable for war crimes; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
March 1, 2022 — Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC) on President Biden's nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court; a closer look at the state budget the SC House of Representatives will soon debate; the latest guidance from SCDHEC for schools for managing COVID-19 as endemic; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
February 26, 2022 — State House majority leader Rep. Gary Simrill (R-York) on the $600 million tax cut recently passed by the chamber and other priorities for this legislative session; President Joe Biden announces his Supreme Court nominee; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
February 22, 2022 — New research on the economic impact of domestic violence on South Carolina; the University of South Carolina's Dr. Bobby Donaldson on the Palmetto State's civil rights history; a preview of this week's state legislative action; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
February 19, 2022 — Movement in the state legislature on federal American Rescue Plan Act funding which could help to close the broadband gap in the Palmetto State; testimony from the first of several hearings on SC House bills dealing with critical race theory; state lawmakers propose tax cuts as they budget with a multibillion dollar surplus; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
February 15, 2022 — We discuss recent happenings at the statehouse, including upcoming priorities for the state Senate, federal spending bills set for floor debates in both chambers of the South Carolina legislature, the latest lawsuit over the new Congressional district maps, and much more.
Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
February 12, 2022 — Associated Press Political Reporter Meg Kinnard on the latest 2022 election news; reaction from lawmakers after the state Senate passes the medical marijuana bill championed by Rep. Tom Davis (R-Beaufort); a breakdown of recent inflation data; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just whatever's on your mind!
February 8, 2022 — Potential U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge J. Michelle Childs in her own words during her confirmation hearing for the federal district of South Carolina in 2010; a preview of state legislative action at the statehouse this week; the latest COVID-19 numbers for the Palmetto State; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or whatever else is on your mind!
February 5, 2022 — We speak with University of South Carolina Political Science Prof. Kirk Randazzo about why he thinks U.S. District Court of South Carolina Judge Michelle Childs is the frontrunner on President Joe Biden’s shortlist to replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. Also on this episode: a look back on the fourth week of the state legislative session; new economic numbers; updates on COVID-19 in the Palmetto State; and more.
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February 1, 2022 — A look at Rep. Jim Clyburn's (D-SC) push to get a Black woman on the U.S. Supreme Court and who he is supporting; a recap of last week's legislative action at the statehouse; the latest on Boeing's manufacturing delays at its North Charleston plant; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching.
January 29, 2022 — An interview with Sen. Tom Davis (R-Beaufort) as debate on his medical marijuana bill gets underway in the state Senate; SC DHEC Director of Public Health Dr. Brannon Traxler on the latest surge of COVID-19; and recent comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) on how he wants the federal government to balance its budget. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what content you're currently enjoying.
January 25, 2022 — A look at the state Senate debate over its newly passed congressional map; data on the Palmetto State's fluctuating labor force; the latest on the current COVID-19 surge in South Carolina; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching.
January 22, 2022 — Analysis of Gov. Henry McMaster's 2022 State of the State address; a preview of what's to come in the third week of the legislative session; a conversation with Lancaster County first responders about the impacts of opioids on their region; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching.
January 18, 2022 — State House of Representatives leaders on their priorities for the final year of this two-year legislative session; SC Chamber of Commerce on what bills the organization wants to see lawmakers pass this session; SCDHEC on the testing issues that have plagued the state during the latest COVID-19 surge; and more. Plus, We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, what you're currently watching, or anything else that's on your mind!
January 15, 2022 — A recap of the first week of the state legislative session and a look at priorities for lawmakers moving forward; Gov. Henry McMaster receives his COVID-19 booster shot, while his reelection campaign sees a boost in funds; the latest on the Omicron variant surge; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, what you're currently watching, or whatever else is on your mind.
January 11, 2022 — A look at Gov. Henry McMaster's budget priorities; a preview of what's on tap this week as state lawmakers return to session; Prisma Health doctors share what they're seeing on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemics; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
January 8, 2022 — The anniversary of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol; a preview of the upcoming South Carolina legislative session; the latest on the current flu season from SCDHEC; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
January 4, 2022 — Reaction to the recently proposed congressional district maps by SC House lawmakers; understanding new COVID-19 testing and quarantine guidelines; South Carolina surpasses 1 million total coronavirus cases; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
December 24, 2021 — On this special episode Gavin Jackson and producer A.T. Shire wind down the year with some of your voicemails and chat about their holiday plans. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your resolutions for 2022.
December 18, 2021 — President Joe Biden delivers the fall commencement address at South Carolina State University, alma mater of Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC); the South Carolina House ad hoc redistricting committee takes initial testimony on its proposed congressional map; the latest news on the Omicron variant of COVID-19; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
December 14, 2021 — Details on the indictment of a state lawmaker; plans by Gov. Henry McMaster on how to spend $525 million from a settlement with the federal government; more on what the economy could look like in 2022; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
December 11, 2021 — We look at this week's legislative action, from new voting maps to a controversial vaccine bill passed by the state House of Representatives. Also in this episode: the National Defense Authorization Act and what it means for the Palmetto State; a 2021 economic recap; record-setting business at South Carolina's ports; and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
December 7, 2021 — An update on leadership changes in the South Carolina Senate; more insight into the redistricting process; the latest research into the Omicron variant of COVID-19; and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
December 4, 2021 — Analysis of the current redistricting maps before state lawmakers; an update on the status of legal challenges against federal vaccine mandates; a break down of the Twitter fight this week between Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA); and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
November 30, 2021 — The latest on the Omicron variant of COVID-19, a look at the candidates running to fill the late Hugh Leatherman's state senate seat, analysis of this year's Atlantic hurricane season, and more. Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
November 23, 2021 — Host Gavin Jackson is joined by his brothers for a test of who knows Gavin best. Happy Thanksgiving from the Lede! Also, we want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts on the topics covered on the show, how your life has been during the pandemic, or just what you're currently watching — whatever's on your mind!
November 20, 2021 — A look at a new lawsuit against the Biden administration over a vaccine mandate for healthcare workers; comments from South Carolina members of the U.S. House of Representatives about the censure of Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz.; an update on the economy; and much more.
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