South Carolina Lede

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Nikki Haley: South Carolina Stumpin'

March 21, 2023 — Comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on former President Donald Trump's pending...

Everything South Carolina Everywhere All At Once

Brotherhood of the Traveling Pence

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...

InDebted Sneak Peek

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...

Tim Scott's Time in Iowa

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...

Nikki Haley IIIowa: The Conclusion

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...

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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.

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