http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/ A weekly program designed to inform, entertain and enlighten viewers across the state. The Big Picture provides an in-depth look at the issues and topics of interest to South Carolinians. en acrouch@scetv.org Copyright 2012 2012-02-16T18:30:36+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/civil_rights/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/civil_rights/#When:18:30:36Z After the passing of civil rights pioneer Judge Matthew Perry, South Carolina historian and guest host Walter Edgar talks with Congressman Jim Clyburn about this historical era in our country and state's history. 2012-02-16T18:30:36+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/the_sc_educational_lottery/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/the_sc_educational_lottery/#When:18:30:19Z In January of 2002, the first scratch-off lottery ticket from S.C. was purchased and ten years later, the S.C. Education Lottery is still going strong: $2.8 billion dollars has gone to support education and $5.8 billion in winnings has been distributed. The Big Picture sits down with Executive Director Paula Harper Bethea to talk about what the future holds. 2012-02-09T18:30:19+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/gullah-geechee_cultural_heritage_corridor/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/gullah-geechee_cultural_heritage_corridor/#When:18:30:19Z In 2006, the Gullah Geechee Culture Heritage Corridor was designated by Congress, and runs along the coast from Florida to North Carolina.  The Big Picture takes a tour along the South Carolina coast at one of the most unique cultures of America. 2012-02-02T18:30:19+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/2012_david_wilkins_awards/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/2012_david_wilkins_awards/#When:18:30:40Z This year's 2012 Wilkins Awards, presented by The Riley Institute at Furman University, honor Rep. James Smith with the annual Legislative Leadership Award and Ed Sellers with the Civic Award. The Big Picture sits down with both of the winners to talk about their life and leadership. 2012-01-26T18:30:40+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/primary_preview_2012/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/primary_preview_2012/#When:18:30:28Z As the first primary in the South, all focus will be on South Carolina in the days leading up to the presidential primary election. We talk with analysts about the candidates and what role S.C. will play in the presidential election.  We also recap Governor Nikki Haley's second State of the State address. Special guests include: Erin McPike, with RealClearPolitics Chip Felkel, CEO of the Felkel Group 2012-01-19T18:30:28+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/sc_agriculture/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/sc_agriculture/#When:18:30:37Z The Big Picture travels the state and visits various South Carolina farms to learn about the business of agriculture in South Carolina and how you can get the freshest food on your table. 2012-01-12T18:30:37+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/unemployment_and_the_economy/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/unemployment_and_the_economy/#When:18:29:36Z As South Carolina's unemployment rate continues to rise, "The Big Picture" sits down with experts to discuss the state's unemployment and the affect it has on our economy.  We also look at new industries coming into the state, what type of jobs are available and the importance of training and education.  ETV President, Linda O'Bryon, hosts. For more information, visit the following links: Department of Employment and Workforce ReadySC Department of Commerce 2012-01-05T18:29:36+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/life-changing_animals/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/life-changing_animals/#When:18:30:21Z Learn how rescued dogs combat violence, horses help the body and mind through hippotherapy, and how one dog saves his owners life each day in this Big Picture special about Animal Therapy. P.A. Bennett hosts this edition of The Big Picture. 2011-12-29T18:30:21+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/charleston_jazz/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/charleston_jazz/#When:18:30:49Z The Jazz scene has recently seen a resurgence of popularity in Charleston and it’s giving South Carolinians an alternative option to the arts.  “The Big Picture” takes you behind the scenes of the exciting and energetic Charleston Jazz Orchestra.  This encore airing is in honor of the late, jazz advocate Jack McCray. 2011-12-22T18:30:49+00:00 http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/walter_issacson/ http://www.scetv.org/index.php/the_big_picture/show/walter_issacson/#When:18:30:09Z Special guest host Benjamin Dunlap, President of Wofford College, and Walter Isaacson, Steve Jobs’ biographer, former CEO of CNN, and Managing Editor of TIME magazine, sit down in a special one-on-one interview. 2011-12-15T18:30:09+00:00