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SC Lede Book Review Episode

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...

High Court Curveball

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...

Super Minority Report

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...

Be My Valentine?: Governor Candidates and the Legislature

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...

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.

Spring Forward into the Governors Race

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 10, 2026: it’s budget week…

A Few Good Men

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 7, 2026: we have South…

America At War in Iran

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 3, 2026: we hear from Sen.…