Episodios

  • Spicy Spin Cycle

    Spicy Spin Cycle
    Feb 10 2026
    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!
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    28 m
  • Trump Endorses MAGA Warrior

    Trump Endorses MAGA Warrior
    Feb 7 2026
    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!
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    26 m
  • Poller Vortex

    Poller Vortex
    Feb 3 2026
    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!
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    33 m
  • McMaster’s Victory Lap

    McMaster’s Victory Lap
    Jan 31 2026
    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!
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    29 m
  • Transportation and Healthcare Infrastructure Deep Dive

    Transportation and Healthcare Infrastructure Deep Dive
    Jan 27 2026
    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!
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    33 m
  • SC Legislative Session, 2 Weeks In

    SC Legislative Session, 2 Weeks In
    Jan 24 2026
    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!
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    26 m
  • King Day at the Dome 2026

    King Day at the Dome 2026
    Jan 20 2026
    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!
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    30 m
  • We’re So Back, Folks!

    We’re So Back, Folks!
    Jan 17 2026
    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!
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    31 m