South Carolina Lede

Gavin Jackson

South Carolina Lede ("lede" is the old school term for the introductory section of a news story) is a podcast about the people and issues shaping South Carolina state politics. Join host Gavin Jackson each week as we break down state political news and go inside the legislative happenings that could affect you, your family, and your pocketbook. We'll also examine the biggest stories out of the statehouse with reporters from across the Palmetto State.

  • 14 minutes 2 seconds
    The Devil at His Elbow: Valerie Bauerlein on Alex Murdaugh
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 16, 2024: host Gavin Jackson has a conversation with Wall Street Journal reporter and New York Times bestselling author Valerie Bauerlein on her book The Devil at his Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty.
    16 November 2024, 5:01 am
  • 23 minutes 53 seconds
    Getting Our Lame Ducks in a Row
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 12, 2024: we get some final election 2024 numbers and take a look at priorities from Republicans in the Statehouse up to Congress; SC Public Radio’s Russ McKinney reports on the state’s growing energy needs; a look at South Carolinians making moves and who isn’t joining the Trump administration from our state; and more!
    12 November 2024, 8:03 pm
  • 33 minutes 35 seconds
    Finally Through the Election Void
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 9, 2024: we look at Election 2024 with a recap of the presidential, congressional, and state house races, and give you in-depth analysis from party leaders, politicos, and more!
    9 November 2024, 5:01 am
  • 31 minutes 48 seconds
    Election 2024: Souls to the Polls
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 5, 2024: America votes! It is election day in America; we look at what some pastors from across the state preached from the pulpit on Sunday; we also look at which counties have sales tax referendums on the ballot; a look at what books may be banned from middle and high school classrooms this week; and more!
    5 November 2024, 5:01 am
  • 48 minutes 15 seconds
    Pre-Election 2024 LIVE IN COLUMBIA
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 2, 2024: a special crossover of the Lede and “This Week in South Carolina,” taped live at SCETV’s studios in Columbia. Gavin is joined by Associated Press national politics reporter Meg Kinnard and South Carolina Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter to discuss Election 2024 up and down the ballot before a studio audience.
    2 November 2024, 4:01 am
  • 30 minutes 19 seconds
    Campaign Trail Blitzkrieg
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2024: we hear more from State Election Commission Director Howard Knapp; the latest from S.C. teenagers who have been disenfranchised by the SCDMV that failed to register them to vote; a new poll on what S.C. voters think is most important this election; and more!
    29 October 2024, 4:01 am
  • 34 minutes 52 seconds
    2024 Election: Record Early Turnout
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 26, 2024: we hear from the voters who have driven record early voting turnout this week and speak with State Election Commission Director Howard Knapp; S.C.’s two Republican senators were campaigning for former President Donald Trump this week as the former president was labeled a fascist by his former chief of staff; we have details on how you can join our live taping of the SC Lede on 10/30 in Columbia; and more!
    26 October 2024, 4:01 am
  • 27 minutes
    2024 Election: Yep, Early Voting. It’s Here.
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 22, 2024: early voting has started in South Carolina and we hear from voters from around the state; we take look at election security with Victoria Hansen; we hear what Sen. Lindsey Graham had to say about Republicans voting for VP Kamala Harris on Meet the Press; and more!
    22 October 2024, 4:01 am
  • 31 minutes 39 seconds
    Boats & Votes
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 19, 2024: a look at the week on the campaign trail with insight and analysis from Rep. James Clyburn and SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick; a look at the latest from the South Carolina Ports; details on how to join us for our live Lede taping on Oct. 30 in our Columbia studio; and more!
    19 October 2024, 4:01 am
  • 28 minutes 7 seconds
    Shrinking Pool of Poll Workers a Problem in S.C.
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 15, 2024: a look at the poll worker shortage facing our state and some of the reasons behind the problem; Rep. James Clyburn discusses his concern about black men not turning out for VP Harris on Election Day; some economic news on inflation and the ongoing Boeing strike; and more!
    15 October 2024, 4:01 am
  • 14 minutes 36 seconds
    A Conversation with AG Alan Wilson
    On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 12, 2024: host Gavin Jackson’s full conversation with state Attorney General Alan Wilson from This Week in South Carolina; Gavin also speaks with Valerie Bauerlein, author of The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty; and more!
    12 October 2024, 4:01 am
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