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Maayan Schechter & The Sine Die Sprint

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...

See You Next January

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...

State Budget: A Tradition Unlike Any Other

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...

Simmer & Stocks Sink—Buy the Dip

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...

South Carolina Lede

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.

Gavin’s Geopolitical News Grab Bag

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2025: a look at a state…

Session Debrief Part II

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 13, 2025: we continue our…

Rapid Fire Round Table Wrap up

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 10, 2025: a wrap up of the…