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    <title>Seeing (Less?) Red</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 10, 2026: we have some highlights from the one and only governor’s debate; we look at money flowing into the U.S. Senate race, and derogatory comments the President made toward Democratic nominee Dr. Annie Andrews; we’re on the midterm trail with another national Democrat, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear; and more!]]></description>
    
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 10, 2026: we have some highlights from the one and only governor’s debate; we look at money flowing into the U.S. Senate race, and derogatory comments the President made toward Democratic nominee Dr. Annie Andrews; we’re on the midterm trail with another national Democrat, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 10, 2026: we have some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <title>Domestic Violence Awareness Month Begins</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 6, 2026: it’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this podcast will focus exclusively on that; we have host Gavin Jackson’s interview with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, along with Monique Garvin, director of the Violence Against Women Act programs at the SC Attorney General’s office; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Domestic Violence Awareness Month Begins</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 6, 2026: it’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this podcast will focus exclusively on that; we have host Gavin Jackson’s interview with Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott, along with Monique Garvin, director of the Violence Against Women Act programs at the SC Attorney General’s office; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 6, 2026: it’s Domestic…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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<itunes:duration>1560</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Trail Goes Nuclear</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 3, 2026: Gov. Henry McMaster and others were at the third annual nuclear summit in Columbia Tuesday to discuss South Carolina’s energy future; several big name Democrats will be floating around the state on Friday, including Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, and California Rep. Ro Kahanna; new zoning is raising concerns among residents over the placement of a major data center; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 3, 2026: Gov. Henry…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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<itunes:duration>1639</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Attorneys General’s Candidates</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 29, 2026: we look at the candidates running for S.C. Attorney General; both Republican 8th circuit solicitor David Stumbo and Democrat lawyer Richard Hricik discuss what they want to do with the office, which has been occupied by S.C. AG Alan Wilson for nearly 16 years; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 29, 2026: we look at the candidates running for S.C. Attorney General; both Republican 8th circuit solicitor David Stumbo and Democrat lawyer Richard Hricik discuss what they want to do with the office, which has been occupied by S.C. AG Alan Wilson for nearly 16 years; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 29, 2026: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <title>Economic, Infrastructure, and Political Report Cards</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 26, 2026: we’re getting back to some roots for a moment; we’re talking infrastructure, we’re talking economics, we’re talking a little bit of politics; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 26, 2026: we’re getting back to some roots for a moment; we’re talking infrastructure, we’re talking economics, we’re talking a little bit of politics; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 26, 2026: we’re…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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<itunes:duration>1950</itunes:duration>






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    <title>6 Weeks: Countdown to Election Day</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the Lede for September 22, 2026: we talk with Winthrop political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon about the state of play for the midterm elections; new polling for the US senate race; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:57:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the Lede for September 22, 2026: we talk with Winthrop political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon about the state of play for the midterm elections; new polling for the US senate race; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the Lede for September 22, 2026: we talk with Winthrop…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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<itunes:duration>2138</itunes:duration>






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    <title>On the Trail with the Dems</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 12, 2026: we continue our look at the Democrats in South Carolina ahead of the November election; we’re continuing our time on the campaign trail with Dr. Annie Andrews and hear again from national figures like Pete Buttigieg and Gavin Newsom; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 12, 2026: we continue our look at the Democrats in South Carolina ahead of the November election; we’re continuing our time on the campaign trail with Dr. Annie Andrews and hear again from national figures like Pete Buttigieg and Gavin Newsom; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 12, 2026: we continue…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <title>2 Gavins 2 Furious</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 9, 2026: we hear from Congressman Jim Clyburn who was on Meet the Press discussing a variety of issues, including what it would take for Dr. Annie Andrews to win in November; we have comments from California Gov. Gavin Newsom who was at several events during his two-day swing last week; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 9, 2026: we hear from Congressman Jim Clyburn who was on Meet the Press discussing a variety of issues, including what it would take for Dr. Annie Andrews to win in November; we have comments from California Gov. Gavin Newsom who was at several events during his two-day swing last week; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 9, 2026: we hear from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
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    <title>EXCLUSIVE: Former S.C. Supreme Court Justice John Few</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 5, 2026: host Gavin Jackson brings you his exclusive one-on-one interview with former South Carolina Supreme Court Justice John Cannon Few in his first interview since losing the support of the General Assembly this past March in his attempt to get reelected to a second, 10-year term to the state Supreme Court; they talk about his career, his legacy, and the circumstances around that election process, as well as his thoughts on judicial elections; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 5, 2026: host Gavin Jackson brings you his exclusive one-on-one interview with former South Carolina Supreme Court Justice John Cannon Few in his first interview since losing the support of the General Assembly this past March in his attempt to get reelected to a second, 10-year term to the state Supreme Court; they talk about his career, his legacy, and the circumstances around that election process, as well as his thoughts on judicial elections; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 5, 2026: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2004</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Dems The Breaks</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 1, 2026: the Associated Press reports that on Congress’ to-do list is likely a stopgap funding bill to keep things funded through early December; we may see the Senate-approved, expanded Russian sanctions bill, named after Sen. Lindsey Graham; we’ll also be watching to see how Congress handles the pending deadline for the recriminalization of hemp-derived THC products; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 1, 2026: the Associated Press reports that on Congress’ to-do list is likely a stopgap funding bill to keep things funded through early December; we may see the Senate-approved, expanded Russian sanctions bill, named after Sen. Lindsey Graham; we’ll also be watching to see how Congress handles the pending deadline for the recriminalization of hemp-derived THC products; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 1, 2026: the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1661</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Darline, Darline, Darline, DARLINE!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 29, 2026: Sen. Darline Graham has won the U.S. Senate Republican nomination, defeating 5th District Congressman Ralph Norman in the special primary runoff; Graham will now face off against Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews, as well as libertarian and constitution party candidates in November; we hear from Norman, Graham, and supporters, and find out how she did it with analysis from communications strategist Rob Godfrey; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 29, 2026: Sen. Darline Graham has won the U.S. Senate Republican nomination, defeating 5th District Congressman Ralph Norman in the special primary runoff; Graham will now face off against Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews, as well as libertarian and constitution party candidates in November; we hear from Norman, Graham, and supporters, and find out how she did it with analysis from communications strategist Rob Godfrey; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 29, 2026: Sen. Darline…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
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    <title>Horry County: A Runoff Runs Through it</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 25, 2026: we take you to Pres. Donald Trump’s rally for Sen. Darline Graham in Myrtle Beach last Friday; we also talk with the voters of Horry County about the election, who they’re backing, and their big issues; Gavin talks with NBC News’ Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki about pathways to victory in Tuesday’s runoff between Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 25, 2026: we take you to Pres. Donald Trump’s rally for Sen. Darline Graham in Myrtle Beach last Friday; we also talk with the voters of Horry County about the election, who they’re backing, and their big issues; Gavin talks with NBC News’ Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki about pathways to victory in Tuesday’s runoff between Graham and Congressman Ralph Norman; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 25, 2026: we take you to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1857</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Special Special Election Debate Special</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2026: we bring you highlights from the special U.S. Senate Republican primary runoff debate from this week.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Special Special Election Debate Special</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2026: we bring you highlights from the special U.S. Senate Republican primary runoff debate from this week.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2026: we bring you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2375</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Special Election Sprint</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 18, 2026: we are in the sprint to the August 25th U.S. Senate Republican special primary runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman; we have more analysis of the race from USC's Dr. Kirk Randazzo; Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy was in town stumping for State Sen. Wes Climer, who was running for the 5th Congressional District; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Special Election Sprint</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 18, 2026: we are in the sprint to the August 25th U.S. Senate Republican special primary runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman; we have more analysis of the race from USC's Dr. Kirk Randazzo; Louisiana Sen. John Kennedy was in town stumping for State Sen. Wes Climer, who was running for the 5th Congressional District; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 18, 2026: we are in the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1903</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Electric Election Results</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 15, 2026: we are heading to the August 25 special U.S. Senate Republican primary runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman; we hear from the two of them on election night; we also get analysis and a look ahead with political communications strategist Rob Godfrey; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-08-15/electric-election-results</link>
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    <itunes:title>Electric Election Results</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 15, 2026: we are heading to the August 25 special U.S. Senate Republican primary runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman; we hear from the two of them on election night; we also get analysis and a look ahead with political communications strategist Rob Godfrey; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 15, 2026: we are heading…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1817</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Vehement Special Election Voter Voices </title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 11, 2026: you’ve already heard from the candidates, now you’re going to hear from the voters on this special election day; we’ll also discuss Pres. Donald Trump’s influence on this race; host Gavin Jackson brings you clips from his visit to Joint Base Charleston, now Joint Base Lindsey Graham, on Monday; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:11:04 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-08-11/vehement-special-election-voter-voices</link>
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    <itunes:title>Vehement Special Election Voter Voices </itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 11, 2026: you’ve already heard from the candidates, now you’re going to hear from the voters on this special election day; we’ll also discuss Pres. Donald Trump’s influence on this race; host Gavin Jackson brings you clips from his visit to Joint Base Charleston, now Joint Base Lindsey Graham, on Monday; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 11, 2026: you’ve already…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1670</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Send in the Candidates!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 8, 2026: host Gavin Jackson introduces you to the top five candidates vying for the republican nomination for U.S. Senate on August 11 in the Senate special republican primary.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-08-08/send-in-the-candidates</link>
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    <itunes:title>Send in the Candidates!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 8, 2026: host Gavin Jackson introduces you to the top five candidates vying for the republican nomination for U.S. Senate on August 11 in the Senate special republican primary.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 8, 2026: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1712</itunes:duration>






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    <title>A Final Look Back</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 4, 2026: we recap for you all the major moments from the celebrations of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s life in Washington and in Columbia over the past few days; we also look at the race to replace Graham on the November ballot, with nine certified candidates all vying for the nomination on August 11, and more likely the August 25 runoff; we have highlights from those candidates, who held their first stump on Saturday; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:36:23 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-08-04/a-final-look-back</link>
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    <itunes:title>A Final Look Back</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 4, 2026: we recap for you all the major moments from the celebrations of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s life in Washington and in Columbia over the past few days; we also look at the race to replace Graham on the November ballot, with nine certified candidates all vying for the nomination on August 11, and more likely the August 25 runoff; we have highlights from those candidates, who held their first stump on Saturday; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 4, 2026: we recap for you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2434</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Future without Lindsey Graham</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 25, 2026: we continue our look at the life and legacy of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham; we also look at the next steps for this senate seat, including the upcoming special primary election on August 11 where several people have already filed to run, with others expected; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-07-25/the-future-without-lindsey-graham</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Future without Lindsey Graham</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 25, 2026: we continue our look at the life and legacy of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham; we also look at the next steps for this senate seat, including the upcoming special primary election on August 11 where several people have already filed to run, with others expected; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 25, 2026: we continue our…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1902</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Impact of Lindsey Graham</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2026: we look back at the life of and some moments of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s 30-plus years in public office, comments from his friends, family, and colleagues, and the people who are already looking to become the nominee in a lightning-quick special primary election.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:35:58 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-07-22/the-impact-of-lindsay-graham</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Impact of Lindsey Graham</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2026: we look back at the life of and some moments of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s 30-plus years in public office, comments from his friends, family, and colleagues, and the people who are already looking to become the nominee in a lightning-quick special primary election.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2026: we look back at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1685</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SPECIAL EUROPEAN PROGRAMMING ALERT</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[Stand by: host Gavin Jackson is back from Europe and working on the next South Carolina Lede. Check back soon for the latest episode!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-07-21/special-european-programming-alert</link>
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    <itunes:title>SPECIAL EUROPEAN PROGRAMMING ALERT</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Stand by: host Gavin Jackson is back from Europe and working on the next South Carolina Lede. Check back soon for the latest episode!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Stand by: host Gavin Jackson is back from Europe and working on the next South…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>53</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Revolutionary Ideas with Jon Meacham, pt. II</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 14, 2026: We bring you part two of Pulitzer prize winning author Jon Meacham’s recent speech and conversation at the two-day, Revolutionary Ideas symposium at Dock Street Theatre in Charleston on June 25, 2026.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:34:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-07-14/revolutionary-ideas-with-jon-meacham-pt-ii</link>
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    <itunes:title>Revolutionary Ideas with Jon Meacham, pt. II</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 14, 2026: We bring you part two of Pulitzer prize winning author Jon Meacham’s recent speech and conversation at the two-day, Revolutionary Ideas symposium at Dock Street Theatre in Charleston on June 25, 2026.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 14, 2026: We bring you part…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2106</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Revolutionary Ideas with Jon Meacham Pt 1</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 7, 2026: we bring you part one of Pulitzer Prize winning author Jon Meacham’s recent speech and conversation at the two-day, Revolutionary Ideas symposium at Dock Street Theatre in Charleston on June 25, 2026.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-07-07/revolutionary-ideas-with-jon-meacham-pt-1</link>
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    <itunes:title>Revolutionary Ideas with Jon Meacham Pt 1</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 7, 2026: we bring you part one of Pulitzer Prize winning author Jon Meacham’s recent speech and conversation at the two-day, Revolutionary Ideas symposium at Dock Street Theatre in Charleston on June 25, 2026.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 7, 2026: we bring you part…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1376</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Happy Birthday America</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 4, 2026: we take time to reflect on the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America; we’ll visit a key battlefield and talk with veterans excavating another; we’ll also hear from Pulitzer Prize winning author and historian Jon Meacham; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-07-04/happy-birthday-america</link>
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    <itunes:title>Happy Birthday America</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 4, 2026: we take time to reflect on the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America; we’ll visit a key battlefield and talk with veterans excavating another; we’ll also hear from Pulitzer Prize winning author and historian Jon Meacham; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 4, 2026: we take time to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1478</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Good Political Will Hunting</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 30, 2026: we give you an update on what happened in the statehouse last week when both the Senate and House came back for a day to take up conference committee reports.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-30/good-political-will-hunting</link>
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    <itunes:title>Good Political Will Hunting</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 30, 2026: we give you an update on what happened in the statehouse last week when both the Senate and House came back for a day to take up conference committee reports.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 30, 2026: we give you an…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1571</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Goodbye Primary Election 2026, Hello General Election Trail</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 27, 2026: we take you on the final two weeks of the gubernatorial runoff primary trail; we also look at how Attorney General Alan Wilson won a decisive victory in securing the Republican nomination over Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-27/goodbye-primary-election-2026-hello-general-election-trail</link>
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    <itunes:title>Goodbye Primary Election 2026, Hello General Election Trail</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 27, 2026: we take you on the final two weeks of the gubernatorial runoff primary trail; we also look at how Attorney General Alan Wilson won a decisive victory in securing the Republican nomination over Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 27, 2026: we take you on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1821</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Surprise Double Endorsement</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 23, 2026: we have segments from host Gavin Jackson’s most recent interviews with Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and A.G. Alan Wilson; Gavin also caught up with Wilson moments after Pres. Donald Trump also endorsed him, in addition to Evette, just days before the runoff; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-23/surprise-double-endorsement</link>
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    <itunes:title>Surprise Double Endorsement</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 23, 2026: we have segments from host Gavin Jackson’s most recent interviews with Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and A.G. Alan Wilson; Gavin also caught up with Wilson moments after Pres. Donald Trump also endorsed him, in addition to Evette, just days before the runoff; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 23, 2026: we have segments…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2007</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Runoff Hot Mess Express</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 20, 2026: we bring you some highlights from the Republican gubernatorial runoff debate between Lt. Gov. Pam Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson; we also have some cuts from the 1st Congressional District Republican runoff between Charleston County Councilwoman Jenny Costa Honeycutt and state Rep. Mark Smith; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-20/runoff-hot-mess-express</link>
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    <itunes:title>Runoff Hot Mess Express</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 20, 2026: we bring you some highlights from the Republican gubernatorial runoff debate between Lt. Gov. Pam Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson; we also have some cuts from the 1st Congressional District Republican runoff between Charleston County Councilwoman Jenny Costa Honeycutt and state Rep. Mark Smith; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 20, 2026: we bring you some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2198</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Endorsement Horse Race</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 16, 2026: we look at the ongoing endorsement game leading up to the June 23 runoff; we also continue to look at the runoff races in the First Congressional District; we have highlights from a May forum the Democrats participated in; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-16/endorsement-horse-race</link>
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    <itunes:title>Endorsement Horse Race</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 16, 2026: we look at the ongoing endorsement game leading up to the June 23 runoff; we also continue to look at the runoff races in the First Congressional District; we have highlights from a May forum the Democrats participated in; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 16, 2026: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1628</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Post Primary/Pre Runoff</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 13, 2026: we look at what happened on primary election night; we hear from folks on the trail, including the two republican gubernatorial candidates in the June 23 runoff; we also have analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon and strategic communications consultant Rob Godfrey; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-13/post-primary-pre-runoff</link>
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    <itunes:title>Post Primary/Pre Runoff</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 13, 2026: we look at what happened on primary election night; we hear from folks on the trail, including the two republican gubernatorial candidates in the June 23 runoff; we also have analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon and strategic communications consultant Rob Godfrey; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 13, 2026: we look at what…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1760</itunes:duration>






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    <title>What to Expect When You’re Electing</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 9, 2026: host Gavin Jackson takes you through his last week on the 2026 gubernatorial campaign trail.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-09/what-to-expect-when-youre-electing</link>
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    <itunes:title>What to Expect When You’re Electing</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 9, 2026: host Gavin Jackson takes you through his last week on the 2026 gubernatorial campaign trail.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 9, 2026: host Gavin Jackson…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1917</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Double the Debate, Double the Fun</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 6, 2026: we bring you highlights from the Republican and Democratic gubernatorial debates that Gavin Jackson moderated this week as we enter the sprint to the June 9 primary.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 6, 2026: we bring you highlights from the Republican and Democratic gubernatorial debates that Gavin Jackson moderated this week as we enter the sprint to the June 9 primary.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 6, 2026: we bring you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1830</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Republican Rumor Ripples</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 2, 2026: we look at the last Republican gubernatorial debate; Lt. Gov. Evette got Pres. Trump’s endorsement, and he let the cat out of the bag on who her running mate MAY be; we look at new polling and early voting numbers: and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-06-02/republican-rumor-ripples</link>
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    <itunes:title>Republican Rumor Ripples</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 2, 2026: we look at the last Republican gubernatorial debate; Lt. Gov. Evette got Pres. Trump’s endorsement, and he let the cat out of the bag on who her running mate MAY be; we look at new polling and early voting numbers: and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 2, 2026: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2183</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Attorneys General’s Debates Showsdowns</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 30, 2026: we bring you the highlights from the attorney general debate that host Gavin Jackson moderated on May 27.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-30/attorneys-generals-debates-showsdowns</link>
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    <itunes:title>Attorneys General’s Debates Showsdowns</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 30, 2026: we bring you the highlights from the attorney general debate that host Gavin Jackson moderated on May 27.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 30, 2026: we bring you the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1977</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Juicy Cloture</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 26, 2026: the Senate kills the redistricting effort after the chamber failed to block a Democratic backed filibuster; 14 Republicans joined the 12 Democrats to kill the bill on the White House’s redistricting push to change South Carolina’s congressional map; we take you from where we last left off to how it died Tuesday afternoon; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:43:04 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-26/juicy-cloture</link>
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    <itunes:title>Juicy Cloture</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 26, 2026: the Senate kills the redistricting effort after the chamber failed to block a Democratic backed filibuster; 14 Republicans joined the 12 Democrats to kill the bill on the White House’s redistricting push to change South Carolina’s congressional map; we take you from where we last left off to how it died Tuesday afternoon; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 26, 2026: the Senate kills…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1829</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Sine Die Redistricting Round Table Rundown</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 23, 2026: we talk with several Statehouse reporters about the latest redistricting action from the week as the House spent long days moving the new congressional map through to the Senate, where it’s currently being debated; we look at what else happened during this session; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-23/sine-die-redistricting-round-table-rundown</link>
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    <itunes:title>Sine Die Redistricting Round Table Rundown</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 23, 2026: we talk with several Statehouse reporters about the latest redistricting action from the week as the House spent long days moving the new congressional map through to the Senate, where it’s currently being debated; we look at what else happened during this session; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 23, 2026: we talk with…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2327</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Fast &amp; Furious Redistricting</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2026: we continue our focus on the congressional redistricting debate in the special session called by the governor; as of our taping, early Tuesday afternoon, the House is poised to give a key second reading to the new map this evening after a rules change was passed largely along party lines Monday evening; we also have analysis from Winthrop University Political Science Professor Scott Huffmon; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-20/fast-furious-redistricting</link>
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    <itunes:title>Fast &amp; Furious Redistricting</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2026: we continue our focus on the congressional redistricting debate in the special session called by the governor; as of our taping, early Tuesday afternoon, the House is poised to give a key second reading to the new map this evening after a rules change was passed largely along party lines Monday evening; we also have analysis from Winthrop University Political Science Professor Scott Huffmon; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2026: we continue our…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1830</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SIKE Die</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 16, 2026: we are post-sine die, but are in a rare extra session that has been called by the governor for lawmakers to continue the effort to change the state’s seven congressional districts at the behest of President Donald Trump. We, again, dedicate the pod to exactly what is happening because, unlike past redistricting efforts, the public has been shut out from this process as military and absentee ballots continue to be cast ahead of the June 9 primaries.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-16/sike-die</link>
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    <itunes:title>SIKE Die</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 16, 2026: we are post-sine die, but are in a rare extra session that has been called by the governor for lawmakers to continue the effort to change the state’s seven congressional districts at the behest of President Donald Trump. We, again, dedicate the pod to exactly what is happening because, unlike past redistricting efforts, the public has been shut out from this process as military and absentee ballots continue to be cast ahead of the June 9 primaries.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 16, 2026: we are post-sine…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1865</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Risky Redistricting Business</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 12, 2026: we talk a little bit more about redistricting ahead of moves this week; we also bring you more of our candidate conversations with Republican Rom Reddy who’s looking to be the next governor of our fair state; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-12/risky-redistricting-business</link>
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    <itunes:title>Risky Redistricting Business</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 12, 2026: we talk a little bit more about redistricting ahead of moves this week; we also bring you more of our candidate conversations with Republican Rom Reddy who’s looking to be the next governor of our fair state; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 12, 2026: we talk a little…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1999</itunes:duration>






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    <title>All Aboard the Redistricting Train</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 9, 2026: we’re bringing you everything we have right now on an expedited redistricting push by Statehouse Republicans, all at the behest of the White House, with a week left in the legislative session.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-09/all-aboard-the-redistricting-train</link>
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    <itunes:title>All Aboard the Redistricting Train</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 9, 2026: we’re bringing you everything we have right now on an expedited redistricting push by Statehouse Republicans, all at the behest of the White House, with a week left in the legislative session.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 9, 2026: we’re bringing you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1550</itunes:duration>






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    <title>PENULTIMATE SINE DIE POD</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forMay5,2026:we continue our look at the Republican gubernatorial field with Attorney General Alan Wilson; we also talk with the new state election commission director Conway Belangia about the upcoming primaries; we look atthe agreement the state has signed with the U.S. Dept. of Justice over sensitive voter information; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-05/penultimate-sine-die-pod</link>
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    <itunes:title>PENULTIMATE SINE DIE POD</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forMay5,2026:we continue our look at the Republican gubernatorial field with Attorney General Alan Wilson; we also talk with the new state election commission director Conway Belangia about the upcoming primaries; we look atthe agreement the state has signed with the U.S. Dept. of Justice over sensitive voter information; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forMay5,2026:we continue our look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2115</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Royal We</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 2, 2026: we look at what happened in this third-to-last week of the legislative session; will a U.S. Supreme Court decision on Louisiana’s congressional maps lead to mid-cycle redistricting here? We hear from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey and House Speaker Murrell Smith on the final six legislative days of session; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-05-02/the-royal-we</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Royal We</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 2, 2026: we look at what happened in this third-to-last week of the legislative session; will a U.S. Supreme Court decision on Louisiana’s congressional maps lead to mid-cycle redistricting here? We hear from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey and House Speaker Murrell Smith on the final six legislative days of session; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 2, 2026: we look at what…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1856</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SCGOP Double Dip: Pam Evette and Ralph Norman</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 28, 2026: we’re looking at two of the Republican candidates running for the party’s nomination on June 9 and for the win in November, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and 5th District Congressman Ralph Norman; while we are in a full sprint to sine die, we wanted to look at these two candidates as we start rolling out our profiles on several statewide candidates; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-28/scgop-double-dip-pam-evette-and-ralph-norman</link>
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    <itunes:title>SCGOP Double Dip: Pam Evette and Ralph Norman</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 28, 2026: we’re looking at two of the Republican candidates running for the party’s nomination on June 9 and for the win in November, Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and 5th District Congressman Ralph Norman; while we are in a full sprint to sine die, we wanted to look at these two candidates as we start rolling out our profiles on several statewide candidates; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 28, 2026: we’re looking at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2180</itunes:duration>






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    <title>It’s Debatable: GOP and THC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 25, 2026: we look at the second Republican gubernatorial primary debate that took place this week in Charleston.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-25/its-debatable-gop-and-thc</link>
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    <itunes:title>It’s Debatable: GOP and THC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 25, 2026: we look at the second Republican gubernatorial primary debate that took place this week in Charleston.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 25, 2026: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1985</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Scout and About</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 21, 2026: we have a bit of an econ pod as we discuss the economy with Dr. Joey Von Nessen; we have a Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report (GOSMAR) with SC Ports CEO Micah Mallace; we also visit Scout Motors’ newly opened training facility and talk costs and labor; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-21/scout-and-about</link>
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    <itunes:title>Scout and About</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 21, 2026: we have a bit of an econ pod as we discuss the economy with Dr. Joey Von Nessen; we have a Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report (GOSMAR) with SC Ports CEO Micah Mallace; we also visit Scout Motors’ newly opened training facility and talk costs and labor; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 21, 2026: we have a bit of…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1840</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Crossover Crossroads</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 18, 2026: we spoke with House Speaker Murrell Smith and Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey about what the final four weeks of session hold; we get the annual state of the judiciary update; we have a 2028 watch with another potential candidate visiting our state this week and another definitively ruling out 2028; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-18/crossover-crossroads</link>
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    <itunes:title>Crossover Crossroads</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 18, 2026: we spoke with House Speaker Murrell Smith and Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey about what the final four weeks of session hold; we get the annual state of the judiciary update; we have a 2028 watch with another potential candidate visiting our state this week and another definitively ruling out 2028; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 18, 2026: we spoke with…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2181</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Budgets, Bridges, and the Boys turn 701</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 14, 2026: we look at the Senate Finance Committee’s version for the budget and hear from the state’s chief economist on how healthy revenues are; we hear from SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell on a major groundbreaking for the I-95 bridge over Lake Marion; Sen. Lindsey Graham has one fewer challengers; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-14/budgets-bridges-and-the-boys-turn-701</link>
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    <itunes:title>Budgets, Bridges, and the Boys turn 701</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 14, 2026: we look at the Senate Finance Committee’s version for the budget and hear from the state’s chief economist on how healthy revenues are; we hear from SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell on a major groundbreaking for the I-95 bridge over Lake Marion; Sen. Lindsey Graham has one fewer challengers; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 14, 2026: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2220</itunes:duration>






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    <title>It&#x27;s Electric! Pt 2</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 11, 2026: we continue our look at energy in South Carolina, specifically the future of nuclear, the demand of data centers, and what elected officials are trying to do to regulate them.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-11/its-electric-pt-2</link>
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    <itunes:title>It&#x27;s Electric! Pt 2</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 11, 2026: we continue our look at energy in South Carolina, specifically the future of nuclear, the demand of data centers, and what elected officials are trying to do to regulate them.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 11, 2026: we continue our…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1805</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SC: It&#x27;s Electric! Pt 1</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forApril7,2026:we’retaking a bit of a deep dive on energy for this spring break!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-07/sc-its-electric-pt-1</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC: It&#x27;s Electric! Pt 1</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forApril7,2026:we’retaking a bit of a deep dive on energy for this spring break!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forApril7,2026:we’retaking a bit of…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1765</itunes:duration>






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    <title>2026 First Gubernatorial Debate Breakdown</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 4, 2026: we look at the first South Carolina GOP debate that took place on April 1 in Newberry; we have highlights from the debate, as well as post-debate interviews from three of the four candidates; we also caught up with South Carolina GOP Chairman Drew McKissick before the candidates took the stage; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-04-04/2026-first-gubernatorial-debate-breakdown</link>
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    <itunes:title>2026 First Gubernatorial Debate Breakdown</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 4, 2026: we look at the first South Carolina GOP debate that took place on April 1 in Newberry; we have highlights from the debate, as well as post-debate interviews from three of the four candidates; we also caught up with South Carolina GOP Chairman Drew McKissick before the candidates took the stage; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 4, 2026: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1170</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Sanford Shocker</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 31, 2026: we look at the final filings for some major statewide races, and one big surprise in a congressional race; we recap additional Statehouse moves from last week as we stare down week 12 in Columbia; assistant US Attorney Sheria Clarke’s nomination to the federal bench was before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee last week; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-31/sanford-shocker</link>
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    <itunes:title>Sanford Shocker</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 31, 2026: we look at the final filings for some major statewide races, and one big surprise in a congressional race; we recap additional Statehouse moves from last week as we stare down week 12 in Columbia; assistant US Attorney Sheria Clarke’s nomination to the federal bench was before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee last week; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 31, 2026: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>876</itunes:duration>






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    <title>It’s Bo Time, Baybee</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 28, 2026: we look at two other candidates who have jumped in the governor’s race, including a Democrat; the first SCGOP governor’s debate is next week—but not everyone will be on stage; we look at some of the major legislative moves this week, including the so-called Bathroom Bill that is now on its way to the Governor’s desk; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-28/its-bo-time-baybee</link>
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    <itunes:title>It’s Bo Time, Baybee</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 28, 2026: we look at two other candidates who have jumped in the governor’s race, including a Democrat; the first SCGOP governor’s debate is next week—but not everyone will be on stage; we look at some of the major legislative moves this week, including the so-called Bathroom Bill that is now on its way to the Governor’s desk; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 28, 2026: we look at two…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1720</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Reddy or Not, Here Comes the Campaign Trail</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 204, 2026, we look at the legislative week ahead with the House back in along with the Senate and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:13:45 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-24/reddy-or-not-here-comes-the-campaign-trail</link>
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    <itunes:title>Reddy or Not, Here Comes the Campaign Trail</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 204, 2026, we look at the legislative week ahead with the House back in along with the Senate and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 204, 2026, we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1917</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Gang Spills the THC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 21, 2026: were going to keep this pod pretty tight with our reporter round table. But we taped that discussion before we had a 12-hour long Senate day on Wednesday, and before the THC hemp bill passed on Thursday afternoon. Yes, me and Maayan were in the Senate til midnight. It’s totally thrown off my week, hence the abbreviated episode.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-21/the-gang-spills-the-thc</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Gang Spills the THC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 21, 2026: were going to keep this pod pretty tight with our reporter round table. But we taped that discussion before we had a 12-hour long Senate day on Wednesday, and before the THC hemp bill passed on Thursday afternoon. Yes, me and Maayan were in the Senate til midnight. It’s totally thrown off my week, hence the abbreviated episode.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 21, 2026: were going to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2337</itunes:duration>






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    <title>TBD THC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2026: we’re still talking hemp-derived THC drinks and maybe gummies; we look at some of the top filings so far for major races, including the senate and congress, and a newcomer emerges for the governor’s race; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:04:53 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-18/tbd-thc</link>
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    <itunes:title>TBD THC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2026: we’re still talking hemp-derived THC drinks and maybe gummies; we look at some of the top filings so far for major races, including the senate and congress, and a newcomer emerges for the governor’s race; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2026: we’re still…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1446</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Stick to Your Gummies</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 14, 2026: the House has passed its $15.4 billion budget as well as an income tax reduction bill; the Senate continues to debate the hemp THC drink regulation bill; Congressman Jim Clyburn announced his bid for an 18th term; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-14/stick-to-your-gummies</link>
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    <itunes:title>Stick to Your Gummies</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 14, 2026: the House has passed its $15.4 billion budget as well as an income tax reduction bill; the Senate continues to debate the hemp THC drink regulation bill; Congressman Jim Clyburn announced his bid for an 18th term; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 14, 2026: the House has…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1848</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Spring Forward into the Governors Race</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 10, 2026: it’s budget week in the House and the Senate is taking up hemp regulations this week; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham about the latest on Iran; we also get a national/midterm/election vibe check with our good friend AP National Politics reporter Meg Kinnard; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-10/spring-forward-into-the-governors-race</link>
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    <itunes:title>Spring Forward into the Governors Race</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 10, 2026: it’s budget week in the House and the Senate is taking up hemp regulations this week; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham about the latest on Iran; we also get a national/midterm/election vibe check with our good friend AP National Politics reporter Meg Kinnard; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 10, 2026: it’s budget week…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2276</itunes:duration>






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    <title>A Few Good Men</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 7, 2026: we have South Carolina updates on the war with Iran, including from Sen. Lindsey Graham; we look at the state Supreme Court election that wasn’t; Rep. Nancy Mace is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-07/a-few-good-men</link>
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    <itunes:title>A Few Good Men</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 7, 2026: we have South Carolina updates on the war with Iran, including from Sen. Lindsey Graham; we look at the state Supreme Court election that wasn’t; Rep. Nancy Mace is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 7, 2026: we have South…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1551</itunes:duration>






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    <title>America At War in Iran</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 3, 2026: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham about joint strikes launched by American and Israeli forces against Iran on Saturday; we have some additional insight from Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon; former President Joe Biden was in Columbia last week; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-03-03/america-at-war-in-iran</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 3, 2026: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham about joint strikes launched by American and Israeli forces against Iran on Saturday; we have some additional insight from Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon; former President Joe Biden was in Columbia last week; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 3, 2026: we hear from Sen.…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1813</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Amendments &amp; Endorsements &amp; Commandments, Oh My!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 28, 2026: we recap week seven of the legislative session, including action on bills dealing with personal income tax reductions, the Ten Commandments, hemp-derived consumables, redistricting, and NIL deals; Lt. Gov. Pam Evette dropped a new campaign ad touting the endorsement of Gov. Henry McMaster; we hear from Winthrop University Political Science Professor Scott Huffmon; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:12:33 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-28/amendments-endorsements-commandments-oh-my</link>
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    <itunes:title>Amendments &amp; Endorsements &amp; Commandments, Oh My!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 28, 2026: we recap week seven of the legislative session, including action on bills dealing with personal income tax reductions, the Ten Commandments, hemp-derived consumables, redistricting, and NIL deals; Lt. Gov. Pam Evette dropped a new campaign ad touting the endorsement of Gov. Henry McMaster; we hear from Winthrop University Political Science Professor Scott Huffmon; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 28, 2026: we recap week…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1761</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SC Lede Book Review Episode</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 Mayor Vincent Sheehen about their new books.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:24:44 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-24/sc-lede-book-review-episode</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC Lede Book Review Episode</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 Mayor Vincent Sheehen about their new books.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the SC Lede for February 24, 2026: We continue our coverage…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1894</itunes:duration>






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    <title>High Court Curveball</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 gets a HUGE curveball; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-21/high-court-curveball</link>
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    <itunes:title>High Court Curveball</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 gets a HUGE curveball; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 21, 2026: House Freedom…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1746</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Super Minority Report</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 they hope to accomplish in a Republican supermajority Statehouse; two big national Democrats are heading to the Palmetto State later this month; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-17/super-minority-report</link>
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    <itunes:title>Super Minority Report</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 they hope to accomplish in a Republican supermajority Statehouse; two big national Democrats are heading to the Palmetto State later this month; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2026: we sit down…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1794</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Be My Valentine?: Governor Candidates and the Legislature</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 five of the legislative session; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Be My Valentine?: Governor Candidates and the Legislature</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 five of the legislative session; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 14, 2026: we have a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2114</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Spicy Spin Cycle</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2026: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on sanctuary cities and the latest on his Russian sanctions bill; we look at the fallout from President Donald Trump’s social media post depicting the former president and first lady as primates; we get the latest regional economic pulse from Richmond Fed President & CEO Tom Barkin; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-10/spicy-spin-cycle</link>
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    <itunes:title>Spicy Spin Cycle</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2026: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on sanctuary cities and the latest on his Russian sanctions bill; we look at the fallout from President Donald Trump’s social media post depicting the former president and first lady as primates; we get the latest regional economic pulse from Richmond Fed President & CEO Tom Barkin; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2026: we hear from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1707</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Trump Endorses MAGA Warrior</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 7, 2026: President Donald Trump has endorsed in on one of, if not, the most critical statewide races this year; we look at major bills that moved this week, including the abortion pill bill, and DUI bill, and what happened to the hemp bill; we also have some committee action for you, including remarks from the first subcommittee hearing on the comprehensive data center regulation bill; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-07/trump-endorses-sc-maga-warrior</link>
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    <itunes:title>Trump Endorses MAGA Warrior</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 7, 2026: President Donald Trump has endorsed in on one of, if not, the most critical statewide races this year; we look at major bills that moved this week, including the abortion pill bill, and DUI bill, and what happened to the hemp bill; we also have some committee action for you, including remarks from the first subcommittee hearing on the comprehensive data center regulation bill; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 7, 2026: President…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1581</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Poller Vortex</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2026: we catch up with some of our favorite statehouse reporters for a vibe check on the legislative session as we kick off week four; we look at what’s on tap and get a look at two polls for the SC Republican gubernatorial nomination, as well as fundraising numbers for several congressional races; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:46:19 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-02-03/poller-vortex</link>
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    <itunes:title>Poller Vortex</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2026: we catch up with some of our favorite statehouse reporters for a vibe check on the legislative session as we kick off week four; we look at what’s on tap and get a look at two polls for the SC Republican gubernatorial nomination, as well as fundraising numbers for several congressional races; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2026: we catch up…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1985</itunes:duration>






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    <title>McMaster’s Victory Lap</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 31, 2026: we look at Gov. Henry McMaster’s ninth and final State of the State address; we also hear from Hopkins Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson with the Democratic message and reaction from House Speaker Murrell Smith; we take a look at some House and Senate floor activity over a bathroom bill and DUI bill, respectively; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-31/mcmasters-victory-lap</link>
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    <itunes:title>McMaster’s Victory Lap</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 31, 2026: we look at Gov. Henry McMaster’s ninth and final State of the State address; we also hear from Hopkins Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson with the Democratic message and reaction from House Speaker Murrell Smith; we take a look at some House and Senate floor activity over a bathroom bill and DUI bill, respectively; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 31, 2026: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1732</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Transportation and Healthcare Infrastructure Deep Dive</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 27, 2026: we continue to look at the future of the S.C. Dept. of Transportation as both chambers seek to reform and better fund the agency; we have new polling from the Republican gubernatorial campaign trail; we get a checkup with the leadership of MUSC about the demands of our growing and aging state, expansion efforts, and their proposed comprehensive cancer center; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-27/transportation-and-healthcare-infrastructure-deep-dive</link>
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    <itunes:title>Transportation and Healthcare Infrastructure Deep Dive</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 27, 2026: we continue to look at the future of the S.C. Dept. of Transportation as both chambers seek to reform and better fund the agency; we have new polling from the Republican gubernatorial campaign trail; we get a checkup with the leadership of MUSC about the demands of our growing and aging state, expansion efforts, and their proposed comprehensive cancer center; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 27, 2026: we continue to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1955</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SC Legislative Session, 2 Weeks In</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 24, 2026: we recap some of the biggest legislative moves this week in the Senate and the House; we recently heard from the governor and Statehouse leadership on what’s needed in the next governor to continue the major growth our state has seen; and is Congressman Jim Clyburn running again? We have some answers; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-24/sc-legislative-session-2-weeks-in</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 24, 2026: we recap some of the biggest legislative moves this week in the Senate and the House; we recently heard from the governor and Statehouse leadership on what’s needed in the next governor to continue the major growth our state has seen; and is Congressman Jim Clyburn running again? We have some answers; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 24, 2026: we recap some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1532</itunes:duration>
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    <title>King Day at the Dome 2026</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2026: we hear from some potential 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls; we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; we also have major campaign trail updates; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-20/king-day-at-the-dome-2026</link>
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    <itunes:title>King Day at the Dome 2026</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2026: we hear from some potential 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls; we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; we also have major campaign trail updates; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2026: we hear from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1809</itunes:duration>






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    <title>We’re So Back, Folks!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2026: we recap the first week of the 2026 legislative session, which includes action on big bills like abortion, DUI, bathrooms, taxes, and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-17/were-so-back-folks</link>
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    <itunes:title>We’re So Back, Folks!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2026: we recap the first week of the 2026 legislative session, which includes action on big bills like abortion, DUI, bathrooms, taxes, and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2026: we recap the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1871</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Senate Legislative Preview</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2026: our exclusive sit-down interview with Senate Republican leadership, including Senate President Thomas Alexander, Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, and Labor, Commerce, and Industry Chairman Tom Davis; we have a wide-ranging interview for you previewing what Senate Republicans who hold a 32 to 14 supermajority in the Chamber plan to do this final year of the two -year session; we’ll discuss taxes, abortion legislation, data center concerns, energy concerns and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-13/senate-legislative-preview</link>
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    <itunes:title>Senate Legislative Preview</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2026: our exclusive sit-down interview with Senate Republican leadership, including Senate President Thomas Alexander, Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, and Labor, Commerce, and Industry Chairman Tom Davis; we have a wide-ranging interview for you previewing what Senate Republicans who hold a 32 to 14 supermajority in the Chamber plan to do this final year of the two -year session; we’ll discuss taxes, abortion legislation, data center concerns, energy concerns and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2026: our exclusive…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1661</itunes:duration>






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    <title>House Legislative Preview with Speaker Murrell Smith LIVE IN COLUMBIA</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 10, 2026: our special live Lede taping from this week featuring House Speaker Murrell Smith; we also hear from Statehouse reporter Maayan Schechter as we preview the 2026 legislative session; we discuss the key issues that are expected to shape South Carolina; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-10/house-legislative-preview-with-speaker-murrell-smith-live-in-columbia</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 10, 2026: our special live Lede taping from this week featuring House Speaker Murrell Smith; we also hear from Statehouse reporter Maayan Schechter as we preview the 2026 legislative session; we discuss the key issues that are expected to shape South Carolina; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 10, 2026: our special…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1823</itunes:duration>






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    <title>New Year’s Economic Outlook</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2026, we give you the Lede 2026 economic outlook for South Carolina, thanks to USC Darla Moore School of Business research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2026-01-06/new-years-economic-outlook</link>
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    <itunes:title>New Year’s Economic Outlook</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2026, we give you the Lede 2026 economic outlook for South Carolina, thanks to USC Darla Moore School of Business research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2026, we give you the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1937</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SC Lede Year-End Savings Event Spectacular 2025</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 20, 2025: host Gavin Jackson is joined by guests A.T. Shire and Maayan Schechter to discuss what’s in and what’s out for 2026.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-12-20/sc-lede-year-end-savings-event-spectacular-2025</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC Lede Year-End Savings Event Spectacular 2025</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 20, 2025: host Gavin Jackson is joined by guests A.T. Shire and Maayan Schechter to discuss what’s in and what’s out for 2026.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 20, 2025: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1473</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Pre Preview Season Season Preview</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2025: a preview from House Speaker Murrell Smith and other members of House Republican leadership on their priorities for 2026; a South Carolinian is set to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate; the measles outbreak continues to rage in the Upstate; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-12-16/pre-preview-season-season-preview</link>
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    <itunes:title>Pre Preview Season Season Preview</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2025: a preview from House Speaker Murrell Smith and other members of House Republican leadership on their priorities for 2026; a South Carolinian is set to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate; the measles outbreak continues to rage in the Upstate; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2025: a preview…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1515</itunes:duration>






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    <title>LIVE in Mt Pleasant at Hobcaw Brewing with Caitlin Byrd</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2025: our live lead taping from Mount Pleasant and Hobka Brewing. Enjoy the conversation we had with the Post & Courier’s Caitlin Byrd!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-12-13/live-in-mt-pleasant-at-hobcaw-brewing-with-caitlin-byrd</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2025: our live lead taping from Mount Pleasant and Hobka Brewing. Enjoy the conversation we had with the Post & Courier’s Caitlin Byrd!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2025: our live lead…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2256</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Big Shrimp Energy</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2025: we continue our look at infrastructure with a reporter on what the SCDOT needs to keep up with the state’s record-breaking growth; we hear from Congressman Jim Clyburn on redistricting efforts happening in states around the country; Victoria Hansen has a deep-dive look on the state of South Carolina’s shrimping industry; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-12-09/big-shrimp-energy</link>
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    <itunes:title>Big Shrimp Energy</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2025: we continue our look at infrastructure with a reporter on what the SCDOT needs to keep up with the state’s record-breaking growth; we hear from Congressman Jim Clyburn on redistricting efforts happening in states around the country; Victoria Hansen has a deep-dive look on the state of South Carolina’s shrimping industry; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2025: we continue…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2269</itunes:duration>






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    <title>‘That Dog Don’t Hunt’</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 6, 2025: the spread of measles continues to balloon in the Upstate so we talk with Dr. Linda Bell about efforts to limit the spread; we have a GOSMAR update and hear a bit more from Ports CEO Micah Mallace amid a dip in volumes; a major rift blew up on the gubernatorial campaign trail on Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s staff; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 08:54:14 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-12-06/that-dog-dont-hunt</link>
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    <itunes:title>‘That Dog Don’t Hunt’</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 6, 2025: the spread of measles continues to balloon in the Upstate so we talk with Dr. Linda Bell about efforts to limit the spread; we have a GOSMAR update and hear a bit more from Ports CEO Micah Mallace amid a dip in volumes; a major rift blew up on the gubernatorial campaign trail on Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s staff; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 6, 2025: the spread of…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2026</itunes:duration>






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    <title>You Down with DOT? Yeah You Know Lede</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2025: we have an exclusive sit-down with South Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Justin Powell for our annual look at transportation infrastructure in our growing state--the challenges, accomplishments, and where the state heads next; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-12-02/you-down-with-dot-yeah-you-know-lede</link>
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    <itunes:title>You Down with DOT? Yeah You Know Lede</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2025: we have an exclusive sit-down with South Carolina Department of Transportation Secretary Justin Powell for our annual look at transportation infrastructure in our growing state--the challenges, accomplishments, and where the state heads next; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2025: we have an…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2000</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Breaking News: Gobble Gobble Ledesgiving Spectacular!</title>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-25/breaking-news-gobble-gobble-ledesgiving-spectacular</link>
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    <itunes:title>Breaking News: Gobble Gobble Ledesgiving Spectacular!</itunes:title>


<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1540</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Abortion Bill Stalls in Subcommittee</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 22, 2025: we look at the Senate Medical Affairs subcommittee that failed to advance that restrictive abortion bill this week; we delve into a damning investigation into former House Rep. RJ May and the Freedom Caucus; we also get an update on projected revenues lawmakers will have to appropriate with next year; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-22/abortion-bill-stalls-in-subcommittee</link>
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    <itunes:title>Abortion Bill Stalls in Subcommittee</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 22, 2025: we look at the Senate Medical Affairs subcommittee that failed to advance that restrictive abortion bill this week; we delve into a damning investigation into former House Rep. RJ May and the Freedom Caucus; we also get an update on projected revenues lawmakers will have to appropriate with next year; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 22, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1939</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Post Shutdown with Lindsey Graham</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2025: we preview some of the legislative meetings happening this week, including the screening of judicial candidates and a hearing on what would be the most restrictive abortion law if passed; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the shutdown ending, the looming healthcare debate, and potential conflict in Venezuela; we also have a 1st congressional district update for you; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-18/post-shutdown-with-lindsay-graham</link>
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    <itunes:title>Post Shutdown with Lindsey Graham</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2025: we preview some of the legislative meetings happening this week, including the screening of judicial candidates and a hearing on what would be the most restrictive abortion law if passed; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the shutdown ending, the looming healthcare debate, and potential conflict in Venezuela; we also have a 1st congressional district update for you; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2025: we preview…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1687</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Less than a Year to Election 2026</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 15, 2025: we continue our look at Election 2026 and tackle the latest major news out of Washington with the end of the federal government shutdown; we welcome AP National Politics Reporter Meg Kinnard and South Carolina Public Radio Statehouse and political reporter Maayan Schechter to join the conversation; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-15/less-than-a-year-to-election-2026</link>
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    <itunes:title>Less than a Year to Election 2026</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 15, 2025: we continue our look at Election 2026 and tackle the latest major news out of Washington with the end of the federal government shutdown; we welcome AP National Politics Reporter Meg Kinnard and South Carolina Public Radio Statehouse and political reporter Maayan Schechter to join the conversation; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 15, 2025: we continue…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2021</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SC &#x27;Fede&#x27;- Askin&#x27; Hanna Raskin about Michelin Stars</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2025: we take a hard pivot from news and politics to food and beverage as four South Carolina restaurants were awarded Michelin stars, and several more were given prominent designations in the Michelin Guide; we talk with Hannah Raskin, one of the South's most preeminent voices in the South's food, beverage, and dining culture scene; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-11/sc-fede-askin-hanna-raskin-about-michelin-stars</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2025: we take a hard pivot from news and politics to food and beverage as four South Carolina restaurants were awarded Michelin stars, and several more were given prominent designations in the Michelin Guide; we talk with Hannah Raskin, one of the South's most preeminent voices in the South's food, beverage, and dining culture scene; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2025: we take a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1937</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Shutdown Soybean Ripples and Mace Drama</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 8, 2025: we continue our look at the ramifications of the federal government shutdown and hear from Congressman Russell Fry and Sen. Lindsey Graham; we continue to look at the ramifications of federal decisions, including a report from Maayan Schechter on the impacts to South Carolina farmers; Congresswoman Nancy Mace is suing the Charleston International Airport while she faces an ethics complaint filed against her; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-08/shutdown-soybean-ripples-and-mace-drama</link>
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    <itunes:title>Shutdown Soybean Ripples and Mace Drama</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 8, 2025: we continue our look at the ramifications of the federal government shutdown and hear from Congressman Russell Fry and Sen. Lindsey Graham; we continue to look at the ramifications of federal decisions, including a report from Maayan Schechter on the impacts to South Carolina farmers; Congresswoman Nancy Mace is suing the Charleston International Airport while she faces an ethics complaint filed against her; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 8, 2025: we continue…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2102</itunes:duration>






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    <title>AirPorts of Authority</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 4, 2025: we look at the latest drama from the gubernatorial campaign trail, including Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s security meltdown; we have the latest on the government shutdown; Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell provides an economic update while cutting rates; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-04/airports-of-authority</link>
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    <itunes:title>AirPorts of Authority</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 4, 2025: we look at the latest drama from the gubernatorial campaign trail, including Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s security meltdown; we have the latest on the government shutdown; Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell provides an economic update while cutting rates; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 4, 2025: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1900</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Campaign Trails from the Crypt</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 1, 2025: we look at the federal government shutdown, the lapse in SNAP benefits, how the state is responding, and how it will affect 560,000 South Carolinians; Republican gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Alan Wilson rolled out his law and order platform; state Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson jumps into the race for governor; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 10:35:32 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-11-01/campaign-trails-from-the-crypt</link>
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    <itunes:title>Campaign Trails from the Crypt</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 1, 2025: we look at the federal government shutdown, the lapse in SNAP benefits, how the state is responding, and how it will affect 560,000 South Carolinians; Republican gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Alan Wilson rolled out his law and order platform; state Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson jumps into the race for governor; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 1, 2025: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2141</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Fresh Meat for the Campaign Trail</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2025: we have some breaking Democratic campaign trail news on the gubernatorial front and updates on several other state campaigns as well; we have the latest on the drama involving leadership at the State Election Commission; SNAP benefits are about to disappear for more than half a million South Carolinians as the government shutdown continues; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-28/fresh-meat-for-the-campaign-trail</link>
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    <itunes:title>Fresh Meat for the Campaign Trail</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2025: we have some breaking Democratic campaign trail news on the gubernatorial front and updates on several other state campaigns as well; we have the latest on the drama involving leadership at the State Election Commission; SNAP benefits are about to disappear for more than half a million South Carolinians as the government shutdown continues; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2025: we have some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1410</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Gavin Out Sick Oops All Wind Down Halloween Edition with Sean and AT</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 25, 2025: A.T. Shire and Sean Birch take the wheel while host Gavin Jackson is under the weather. The two discuss Halloween decorations, costumes, candy, and another live Lede in the works!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-25/gavin-out-sick-oops-all-wind-down-halloween-edition-with-sean-and-at</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 25, 2025: A.T. Shire and Sean Birch take the wheel while host Gavin Jackson is under the weather. The two discuss Halloween decorations, costumes, candy, and another live Lede in the works!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 25, 2025: A.T. Shire and…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>A. T. Shire, Sean Birch</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>657</itunes:duration>






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    <title>On The Ground at the No Kings Rally</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2025: we take you to the No Kings Day protest in Columbia, where thousands gathered on Saturday; we jump on the campaign trail with Lt. Gov. Pam Evette in Newberry; we take a look at the redistricting efforts going on across the country, including in nearby North Carolina; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-21/on-the-ground-at-the-no-kings-rally</link>
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    <itunes:title>On The Ground at the No Kings Rally</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2025: we take you to the No Kings Day protest in Columbia, where thousands gathered on Saturday; we jump on the campaign trail with Lt. Gov. Pam Evette in Newberry; we take a look at the redistricting efforts going on across the country, including in nearby North Carolina; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2025: we take you to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1811</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Thousand-Year Flood 10-Year Retrospective</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 18, 2025: we revisit the 1000-year flood that rocked the state, and specifically the Midlands, 10 years ago; we hear from some of the people closest to that tragedy including a well-known South Carolina Public Radio voice never heard on this podcast before; we have a little update on the shutdown—it’s still going on; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-18/the-thousand-year-flood-10-year-retrospective</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Thousand-Year Flood 10-Year Retrospective</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 18, 2025: we revisit the 1000-year flood that rocked the state, and specifically the Midlands, 10 years ago; we hear from some of the people closest to that tragedy including a well-known South Carolina Public Radio voice never heard on this podcast before; we have a little update on the shutdown—it’s still going on; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 18, 2025: we revisit the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1923</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Shutdown Breakdown with Lisa Desjardins and Josh Dawsey</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 14, 2025: we wrap up our Washington week coverage with interviews PBS News Hour’s congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins and WSJ’s Josh Dawsey; we get some good insight on Congress and the Trump administration from two reporters closest to the action; we also have new campaign trail fundraising numbers and polls; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-14/shutdown-breakdown-with-lisa-desjardins-and-josh-dawsey</link>
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    <itunes:title>Shutdown Breakdown with Lisa Desjardins and Josh Dawsey</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 14, 2025: we wrap up our Washington week coverage with interviews PBS News Hour’s congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins and WSJ’s Josh Dawsey; we get some good insight on Congress and the Trump administration from two reporters closest to the action; we also have new campaign trail fundraising numbers and polls; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 14, 2025: we wrap up our…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1790</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Lede Goes 1-on-1 with Lindsey Graham</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 11, 2025: our exclusive sit-down interview with Sen. Lindsey Graham. We were fortunate to get some time with him during a tricky little week.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-11/lede-goes-1-on-1-with-lindsay-graham</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 11, 2025: our exclusive sit-down interview with Sen. Lindsey Graham. We were fortunate to get some time with him during a tricky little week.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 11, 2025: our exclusive…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2379</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The SC Lede Shutsdown DC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 7, 2025: The Lede is in Washington, DC this week! The U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term; we look at DOGE SC; we take a deep look at the latest on domestic violence in this state with Sara Barber at SCCADVASA as we begin Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-07/the-sc-lede-shutsdown-dc</link>
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    <itunes:title>The SC Lede Shutsdown DC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 7, 2025: The Lede is in Washington, DC this week! The U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term; we look at DOGE SC; we take a deep look at the latest on domestic violence in this state with Sara Barber at SCCADVASA as we begin Domestic Violence Awareness Month; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 7, 2025: The Lede is in…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1976</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Clemson: Free Speech Ground Zero</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 4, 2025: the federal government remains shutdown; we hear what Congresswoman and gubernatorial candidate Nancy Mace told hundreds at the Turning Point USA Clemson University chapter; the ACLU of SC is suing Clemson over their firing of a professor for exercising his first amendment right; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-10-04/clemson-free-speech-ground-zero</link>
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    <itunes:title>Clemson: Free Speech Ground Zero</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 4, 2025: the federal government remains shutdown; we hear what Congresswoman and gubernatorial candidate Nancy Mace told hundreds at the Turning Point USA Clemson University chapter; the ACLU of SC is suing Clemson over their firing of a professor for exercising his first amendment right; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 4, 2025: the federal…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1773</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Offseason Abortion Debate</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 30, 2025: we look at a hearing on a controversial and restrictive abortion ban bill before a Senate subcommittee; a look at a possible government shutdown and who could be affected in our state; Scott Morgan continues our look back on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-30/offseason-abortion-debate</link>
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    <itunes:title>Offseason Abortion Debate</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 30, 2025: we look at a hearing on a controversial and restrictive abortion ban bill before a Senate subcommittee; a look at a possible government shutdown and who could be affected in our state; Scott Morgan continues our look back on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 30, 2025: we look at a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1556</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Campaign Ad Nauseum</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 27, 2025: we look at some governor’s race bickering over an ad; separately Sen. Lindsey Graham drops a new tv ad; we drill down on the economy with our go-to research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen with the USC Darla Moore School of Business; the state has another confirmed case of the measles; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-27/campaign-ad-nauseum</link>
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    <itunes:title>Campaign Ad Nauseum</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 27, 2025: we look at some governor’s race bickering over an ad; separately Sen. Lindsey Graham drops a new tv ad; we drill down on the economy with our go-to research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen with the USC Darla Moore School of Business; the state has another confirmed case of the measles; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 27, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2039</itunes:duration>






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    <title>DEA, Drugs, Data, and You!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 23, 2025: we look at the abrupt removal of the state election commission director Howard Knapp; we get an update on illicit drug trends in the state from the DEA; we also have some new polling on the governor’s race; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-23/dea-drugs-data-and-you</link>
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    <itunes:title>DEA, Drugs, Data, and You!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 23, 2025: we look at the abrupt removal of the state election commission director Howard Knapp; we get an update on illicit drug trends in the state from the DEA; we also have some new polling on the governor’s race; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 23, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1606</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Kirk First Amendment Fracas</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 20, 2025: we continue to look at the political and constitutional fall out of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk; we hear from a leading constitutional law professor discuss the First Amendment; we recently spoke with strategic communications consultant and former campaign hand Rob Godfrey who gives his initial read on the 2026 governor’s race; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-20/kirk-first-amendment-fracas</link>
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    <itunes:title>Kirk First Amendment Fracas</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 20, 2025: we continue to look at the political and constitutional fall out of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk; we hear from a leading constitutional law professor discuss the First Amendment; we recently spoke with strategic communications consultant and former campaign hand Rob Godfrey who gives his initial read on the 2026 governor’s race; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 20, 2025: we continue…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2001</itunes:duration>






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    <title>First Amendment War of Words</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 16, 2025: we continue our look at the fallout of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was on NBC’s Meet the Press, as well as Utah Gov. Spencer Cox; gubernatorial candidate Rep. Nancy Mace yells at a colleague on the House floor over gender affirming care; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-16/first-amendment-war-of-words</link>
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    <itunes:title>First Amendment War of Words</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 16, 2025: we continue our look at the fallout of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was on NBC’s Meet the Press, as well as Utah Gov. Spencer Cox; gubernatorial candidate Rep. Nancy Mace yells at a colleague on the House floor over gender affirming care; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 16, 2025: we continue…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2098</itunes:duration>






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    <title>LIVE IN ROCK HILL</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 13, 2025: a special back-to-school edition of the Lede recorded live at Rock Hill Brewing in Rock Hill, S.C., featuring Associated Press national politics reporter Meg Kinnard and Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-13/live-in-rock-hill</link>
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    <itunes:title>LIVE IN ROCK HILL</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 13, 2025: a special back-to-school edition of the Lede recorded live at Rock Hill Brewing in Rock Hill, S.C., featuring Associated Press national politics reporter Meg Kinnard and Winthrop University political science professor Dr. Scott Huffmon.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 13, 2025: a special…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2547</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Fall Fiscal Vibe Check Y’all</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 9, 2025: updates on statehouse activity, including the latest with former state Rep. RJ May who is set to go on trial in a month; a new CBS News poll on how Americans feel about National Guard troops in Washington and potentially other cities; a look at some economic data ahead of the Fed’s meeting next week on interest rates; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-09/fall-fiscal-vibe-check-yall</link>
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    <itunes:title>Fall Fiscal Vibe Check Y’all</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 9, 2025: updates on statehouse activity, including the latest with former state Rep. RJ May who is set to go on trial in a month; a new CBS News poll on how Americans feel about National Guard troops in Washington and potentially other cities; a look at some economic data ahead of the Fed’s meeting next week on interest rates; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 9, 2025: updates on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1836</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Epstein SC Connection</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 6, 2025: we look at the new hands-free cellphone driving law; the Epstein files were the talk of the first week back in Washington, including among several of our lawmakers in the delegation; we have some spicy campaign trail activity as gubernatorial candidates continue to vie for President Donald Trump’s endorsement; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-06/the-epstein-sc-connection</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Epstein SC Connection</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 6, 2025: we look at the new hands-free cellphone driving law; the Epstein files were the talk of the first week back in Washington, including among several of our lawmakers in the delegation; we have some spicy campaign trail activity as gubernatorial candidates continue to vie for President Donald Trump’s endorsement; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 6, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1571</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Ad Wars Begin</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 2, 2025: we’re looking at the ad wars that are heating up and we’re on the campaign trail with Lt. Gov. Pam Evette in Walhalla; Rep. Joe Wilson was recently in Syria; we find out what Gov. McMaster thinks about Taylor Swift’s engagement; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:05:56 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-09-02/the-ad-wars-begin</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Ad Wars Begin</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 2, 2025: we’re looking at the ad wars that are heating up and we’re on the campaign trail with Lt. Gov. Pam Evette in Walhalla; Rep. Joe Wilson was recently in Syria; we find out what Gov. McMaster thinks about Taylor Swift’s engagement; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 2, 2025: we’re looking…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1599</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Uh Oh! Big Infrastructure Pod Alert!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 26, 2025: we have a small, dedicated pod on infrastructure; we welcome special guest SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell; we catch you up on all things roads and bridges; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:34:03 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-08-26/uh-oh-big-infrastructure-pod-alert</link>
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    <itunes:title>Uh Oh! Big Infrastructure Pod Alert!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 26, 2025: we have a small, dedicated pod on infrastructure; we welcome special guest SCDOT Secretary Justin Powell; we catch you up on all things roads and bridges; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 26, 2025: we have a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1655</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Deep Fried Rose Ceremony</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2025: we brief you on what four of the five Republican gubernatorial candidates discussed at a recent Republican gathering in Myrtle Beach; we caught up with Sen. Lindsey Graham on the campaign trail in the Pee Dee; two big endorsements also dropped this week—who got a the political equivalent of a Bachelor rose from whom; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-08-23/deep-fried-rose-ceremony</link>
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    <itunes:title>Deep Fried Rose Ceremony</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2025: we brief you on what four of the five Republican gubernatorial candidates discussed at a recent Republican gathering in Myrtle Beach; we caught up with Sen. Lindsey Graham on the campaign trail in the Pee Dee; two big endorsements also dropped this week—who got a the political equivalent of a Bachelor rose from whom; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2025: we brief you on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1817</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Campaign Ketchup</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2025: we have several major campaign announcements to bring you, including two new Republican candidates and the first Democratic candidate; we also have another Republican candidate who has jumped into the attorney general’s race; updates from two congressional races; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-08-19/campaign-ketchup</link>
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    <itunes:title>Campaign Ketchup</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2025: we have several major campaign announcements to bring you, including two new Republican candidates and the first Democratic candidate; we also have another Republican candidate who has jumped into the attorney general’s race; updates from two congressional races; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2025: we have several…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1821</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Special Oops Our Bad Alert!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[A.T. and producer Sean say they're sorry, take listener calls, argue about the merits of DOTs as a candy, but mostly are very sorry and hope you understand.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-08-12/special-oops-our-bad-alert</link>
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    <author>ashire@scetv.org (A. T. Shire)</author>
    <itunes:title>Special Oops Our Bad Alert!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[A.T. and producer Sean say they're sorry, take listener calls, argue about the merits of DOTs as a candy, but mostly are very sorry and hope you understand.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[A.T. and producer Sean say they're sorry, take listener calls, argue about the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>A. T. Shire, Sean Birch</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>490</itunes:duration>






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    <title>No Rest for the Campaign Trail Weary</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 26, 2025: a new contender enters the governor’s race—Congressman Ralph Norman; we also pivot to some big statewide news this week dealing with infrastructure issues and a death from a brain-eating amoeba earlier this month; Scott Morgan has a report on how the so-called Big Beautiful bill, now law, will affect SNAP benefits in our state; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-26/no-rest-for-the-campaign-trail-weary</link>
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    <itunes:title>No Rest for the Campaign Trail Weary</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 26, 2025: a new contender enters the governor’s race—Congressman Ralph Norman; we also pivot to some big statewide news this week dealing with infrastructure issues and a death from a brain-eating amoeba earlier this month; Scott Morgan has a report on how the so-called Big Beautiful bill, now law, will affect SNAP benefits in our state; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 26, 2025: a new contender…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1722</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Tim Scott and Lindsey Graham Busy in the Dog Days of Summer</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2025: we hear from both of our U.S. Sens. Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott on a variety of issues from international conflicts to the Epstein files and Medicaid cuts; we have a gubernatorial campaign trail update with announcements from two of the three candidates and a potential fourth candidate who is gearing up for a run; we also have some statewide economic data, including new unemployment numbers and a GOSMAR update; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-22/tim-scott-and-lindsay-graham-busy-in-the-dog-days-of-summer</link>
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    <itunes:title>Tim Scott and Lindsey Graham Busy in the Dog Days of Summer</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2025: we hear from both of our U.S. Sens. Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott on a variety of issues from international conflicts to the Epstein files and Medicaid cuts; we have a gubernatorial campaign trail update with announcements from two of the three candidates and a potential fourth candidate who is gearing up for a run; we also have some statewide economic data, including new unemployment numbers and a GOSMAR update; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 22, 2025: we hear from both…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1864</itunes:duration>
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    <title>It&#x27;s Pam!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 19, 2025, we converge 2026 coverage with 2028 coverage: in the 2026 column, we look at Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette’s campaign launch for her gubernatorial bid; in the shadow 2028 campaign column, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear made a multi-day swing through South Carolina, we caught up with him in Greenville; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-19/its-pam</link>
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    <itunes:title>It&#x27;s Pam!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 19, 2025, we converge 2026 coverage with 2028 coverage: in the 2026 column, we look at Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette’s campaign launch for her gubernatorial bid; in the shadow 2028 campaign column, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear made a multi-day swing through South Carolina, we caught up with him in Greenville; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 19, 2025, we converge 2026…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1675</itunes:duration>






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    <title>“Golden Age” of Campaign Trail is Upon Us</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2025: more Republican gubernatorial candidates enter the race, with one facing legal issues over allegedly diverting $2 million from his business partner; Sen. Lindsey Graham’s campaign is also out with its first TV ad; Russ McKinney brings us the latest on energy in the state; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-15/golden-age-of-campaign-trail-is-upon-us</link>
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    <itunes:title>“Golden Age” of Campaign Trail is Upon Us</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2025: more Republican gubernatorial candidates enter the race, with one facing legal issues over allegedly diverting $2 million from his business partner; Sen. Lindsey Graham’s campaign is also out with its first TV ad; Russ McKinney brings us the latest on energy in the state; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2025: more Republican…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1360</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Doctor! Help! I’m Seeing Double Gavins!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 12, 2025: state Sen. Stephen Goldfinch becomes the first Republican to jump into the attorney general’s race; California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s two-day swing through S.C.; where the Confederate battle flag is 10 years after it was removed from the statehouse grounds; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:03:12 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-14/doctor-help-im-seeing-double-gavins</link>
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    <itunes:title>Doctor! Help! I’m Seeing Double Gavins!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 12, 2025: state Sen. Stephen Goldfinch becomes the first Republican to jump into the attorney general’s race; California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s two-day swing through S.C.; where the Confederate battle flag is 10 years after it was removed from the statehouse grounds; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 12, 2025: state Sen.…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1950</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Campaign Trail CHURNETH</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 8, 2025: we catch you up on the latest campaign trail moves from the U.S. Senate and S.C. governor’s race; several big-name Democrats and one Republican are heading to the state over the coming weeks; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-08/campaign-trail-churneth</link>
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    <itunes:title>Campaign Trail CHURNETH</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 8, 2025: we catch you up on the latest campaign trail moves from the U.S. Senate and S.C. governor’s race; several big-name Democrats and one Republican are heading to the state over the coming weeks; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 8, 2025: we catch you up on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1299</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Ken Burn-isode: The American Revolution</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 5, 2025: Gavin Jackson’s interview with PBS legend, award-winning documentarian Ken Burns. The two discuss Burns' latest project The American Revolution that he co-directed with Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-05/the-ken-burn-isode-the-american-revolution</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Ken Burn-isode: The American Revolution</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 5, 2025: Gavin Jackson’s interview with PBS legend, award-winning documentarian Ken Burns. The two discuss Burns' latest project The American Revolution that he co-directed with Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 5, 2025: Gavin Jackson’s…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1434</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The 2026 Campaign Trail Cometh</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 1, 2025: we catch up on some big news, including the latest on suspended Lexington Republican Rep. RJ May; we OFFICIALLY have 2026 gubernatorial candidates with Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson and Republican Spartanburg Sen. Josh Kimbrell; Maayan Schechter brings us up to speed on all this news; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-07-01/the-2026-campaign-trail-cometh</link>
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    <itunes:title>The 2026 Campaign Trail Cometh</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 1, 2025: we catch up on some big news, including the latest on suspended Lexington Republican Rep. RJ May; we OFFICIALLY have 2026 gubernatorial candidates with Republican Attorney General Alan Wilson and Republican Spartanburg Sen. Josh Kimbrell; Maayan Schechter brings us up to speed on all this news; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 1, 2025: we catch up on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2084</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Remembering Mother Emanuel 10 Years Later: Part II</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 21, 2025: we bring you part two of our 10-year commemoration of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting featuring stories from our Voices Collected initiative, focusing on the downing of the Confederate flag, legislative issues like hate crimes, and gun reforms that have stalled in the state; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-06-21/remembering-mother-emanuel-10-years-later-part-ii</link>
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    <itunes:title>Remembering Mother Emanuel 10 Years Later: Part II</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 21, 2025: we bring you part two of our 10-year commemoration of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting featuring stories from our Voices Collected initiative, focusing on the downing of the Confederate flag, legislative issues like hate crimes, and gun reforms that have stalled in the state; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 21, 2025: we bring you part…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1942</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Remembering Mother Emanuel 10 Years Later: Part I</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 17, 2025: the first of two episodes dedicated to the 10-year commemoration of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting where nine black parishioners, including the pastor of the church state Sen. Clementa Pinckney, were murdered in a racially fueled massacre; we’ll share reflections from South Carolinians who participated in our Voices Collected initiative as well as from folks who participated in the Charleston Forum last week.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-06-17/remembering-mother-emanuel-10-years-later-part-i</link>
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    <itunes:title>Remembering Mother Emanuel 10 Years Later: Part I</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 17, 2025: the first of two episodes dedicated to the 10-year commemoration of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting where nine black parishioners, including the pastor of the church state Sen. Clementa Pinckney, were murdered in a racially fueled massacre; we’ll share reflections from South Carolinians who participated in our Voices Collected initiative as well as from folks who participated in the Charleston Forum last week.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 17, 2025: the first of two…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2284</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Aiken Breakin&#x27; Heart with Shane Massey</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 14, 2025: our live event recorded Thursday, June 12 at Good Girl Brewing in Aiken featuring host Gavin Jackson, reporter Maayan Schechter, and special guest South Carolina Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Jun 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-06-14/aiken-breakin-heart-with-shane-massey</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 14, 2025: our live event recorded Thursday, June 12 at Good Girl Brewing in Aiken featuring host Gavin Jackson, reporter Maayan Schechter, and special guest South Carolina Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 14, 2025: our live event…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2047</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Gavin Gets Gaslit</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June10, 2025: we look at some action happening this week in the Statehouse; we hear about a new gas-fired energy plant that Duke Energy is proposing in the Upstate; we begin bringing you stories from our Voices Collected series commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-06-10/gavin-gets-gaslit</link>
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    <itunes:title>Gavin Gets Gaslit</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June10, 2025: we look at some action happening this week in the Statehouse; we hear about a new gas-fired energy plant that Duke Energy is proposing in the Upstate; we begin bringing you stories from our Voices Collected series commemorating the 10 year anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June10, 2025: we look at some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1753</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Grand Strand with Pam</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 7, 2025: state Democrats got a boost with a big special election House seat win; Lt. Gov. Pam Evette continues to test the waters; we look at some of the ramifications of the tariffs on businesses in our region; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Jun 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-06-07/grand-strand-with-pam</link>
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    <itunes:title>Grand Strand with Pam</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 7, 2025: state Democrats got a boost with a big special election House seat win; Lt. Gov. Pam Evette continues to test the waters; we look at some of the ramifications of the tariffs on businesses in our region; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 7, 2025: state Democrats…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1745</itunes:duration>






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    <title>What is this? A Democratic wrap up for Ants?</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 3, 2025: we recap the big state Democratic Party weekend which included big party names like Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore; also, a development in the 2026 gubernatorial race as Richland Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson announces the formation of an exploratory committee; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-06-03/what-is-this-a-democratic-wrap-up-for-ants</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>What is this? A Democratic wrap up for Ants?</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 3, 2025: we recap the big state Democratic Party weekend which included big party names like Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore; also, a development in the 2026 gubernatorial race as Richland Democratic Rep. Jermaine Johnson announces the formation of an exploratory committee; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 3, 2025: we recap the big…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1700</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Dems vs the L.O.G. Jam</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 31, 2025: details on our live taping event coming up June 12 at 6 p.m. at Good Girl Brewing (early registration recommended); take part in Voices Collected, honoring the legacy of the Emanuel Nine; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 31 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-31/dems-vs-the-l-o-g-jam</link>
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    <itunes:title>Dems vs the L.O.G. Jam</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 31, 2025: details on our live taping event coming up June 12 at 6 p.m. at Good Girl Brewing (early registration recommended); take part in Voices Collected, honoring the legacy of the Emanuel Nine; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 31, 2025: details on our…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2338</itunes:duration>
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    <title>South Carolina Check up with MUSC President</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 27, 2025: lawmakers return to Columbia to take up the $14.7 billion state budget for the coming fiscal year; state Democrats have a big week with their convention and major events featuring two prominent voices in the party; we bring you one of the Voices Collected for our Mother Emanuel remembrance initiative; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 18:06:41 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-27/south-carolina-check-up-with-musc-president</link>
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    <itunes:title>South Carolina Check up with MUSC President</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 27, 2025: lawmakers return to Columbia to take up the $14.7 billion state budget for the coming fiscal year; state Democrats have a big week with their convention and major events featuring two prominent voices in the party; we bring you one of the Voices Collected for our Mother Emanuel remembrance initiative; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 27, 2025: lawmakers return…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1648</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Bountiful Big Beautiful Bills and Budgets Bonanza</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 24, 2025: we have a budget agreement for the $14.7 billion spending plan; there was also agreement in Washington over the tax and spending Republican megabill this week; Senate Budget Committee Chairman Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his take on the megabill and his new bipartisan bill to sanction Russia further; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-24/bountiful-big-beautiful-bills-and-budgets-bonanza</link>
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    <itunes:title>Bountiful Big Beautiful Bills and Budgets Bonanza</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 24, 2025: we have a budget agreement for the $14.7 billion spending plan; there was also agreement in Washington over the tax and spending Republican megabill this week; Senate Budget Committee Chairman Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his take on the megabill and his new bipartisan bill to sanction Russia further; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 24, 2025: we have a budget…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1442</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Gavin’s Geopolitical News Grab Bag</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2025: a look at a state Supreme Court decision upholding the six-week abortion ban law; what is holding up the big, beautiful tax and spend bill in the House; the latest on a threat against Congresswoman Nancy Mace; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-20/gavins-geopolitical-news-grab-bag</link>
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    <itunes:title>Gavin’s Geopolitical News Grab Bag</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2025: a look at a state Supreme Court decision upholding the six-week abortion ban law; what is holding up the big, beautiful tax and spend bill in the House; the latest on a threat against Congresswoman Nancy Mace; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 20, 2025: a look at a state…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1367</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Session Debrief Part II</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 13, 2025: we continue our legislative session debrief with two big House names to discuss big legislative accomplishments, the politics of the 2025 legislative session, and what they want to see move when lawmakers return next January.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-13/session-debrief-part-ii</link>
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    <itunes:title>Session Debrief Part II</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 13, 2025: we continue our legislative session debrief with two big House names to discuss big legislative accomplishments, the politics of the 2025 legislative session, and what they want to see move when lawmakers return next January.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 13, 2025: we continue our…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2286</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Rapid Fire Round Table Wrap up</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 10, 2025: a wrap up of the first year of the 2 year legislative session!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-10/rapid-fire-round-table-wrap-up</link>
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    <itunes:title>Rapid Fire Round Table Wrap up</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 10, 2025: a wrap up of the first year of the 2 year legislative session!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 10, 2025: a wrap up of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2185</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Sine Die Conclave</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 06, 2025: we preview the final week of the legislative session, including what major bills are where, and what will have to wait until the 2026 session; we have some state party news, including which rising star is headlining a Democratic fundraiser this month and who the Republicans chose as their state leader this weekend; we talk with a USC history professor who has been watching the papal developments from Rome; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-06/sine-die-conclave</link>
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    <itunes:title>Sine Die Conclave</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 06, 2025: we preview the final week of the legislative session, including what major bills are where, and what will have to wait until the 2026 session; we have some state party news, including which rising star is headlining a Democratic fundraiser this month and who the Republicans chose as their state leader this weekend; we talk with a USC history professor who has been watching the papal developments from Rome; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 06, 2025: we preview the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1996</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Family Caucus Matters</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 03, 2025: we look at what lawmakers accomplished this final week of the legislative session, including two major education bills; House Family Caucus Chairman Rep. John McCravy is in hot water for past antisemitic and homophobic comments; Vice President JD Vance visited Nucor Steel Berkeley to celebrate domestic manufacturing; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-05-03/family-caucus-matters</link>
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    <itunes:title>Family Caucus Matters</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 03, 2025: we look at what lawmakers accomplished this final week of the legislative session, including two major education bills; House Family Caucus Chairman Rep. John McCravy is in hot water for past antisemitic and homophobic comments; Vice President JD Vance visited Nucor Steel Berkeley to celebrate domestic manufacturing; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 03, 2025: we look at what…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2170</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Maayan Schechter &amp; The Sine Die Sprint</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 Die sprint—something you can follow along with by reading the State House Gavel I co-author with Maayan and THE Russ McKinney!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-29/maayan-schechter-the-sine-die-sprint</link>
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    <itunes:title>Maayan Schechter &amp; The Sine Die Sprint</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 Die sprint—something you can follow along with by reading the State House Gavel I co-author with Maayan and THE Russ McKinney!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 29, 2025: we have six…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1730</itunes:duration>
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    <title>See You Next January</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 Grooms for more details on that historic hearing on Monday to remove state Treasurer Curtis Loftis as we await clarity from the House; we have our we have our monthly Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-26/see-you-next-january</link>
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    <itunes:title>See You Next January</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 Grooms for more details on that historic hearing on Monday to remove state Treasurer Curtis Loftis as we await clarity from the House; we have our we have our monthly Gavin Open Seas Maritime Report; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 26, 2025: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1756</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Curtis Loftis: Don’t’ Call it an Impeachment</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 22, 2025, is dedicated to the historic and unprecedented removal from office hearing of Treasurer Curtis Loftis, a statewide constitutional officer, by the state Senate for “willfully neglecting his duties” over the handling of the $1.8 billion discrepancy in state funds. We take you through the machinations of the hearing that took place in the South Carolina Senate on Monday.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 16:22:43 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-22/curtis-loftis-dont-call-it-an-impeachment</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 22, 2025, is dedicated to the historic and unprecedented removal from office hearing of Treasurer Curtis Loftis, a statewide constitutional officer, by the state Senate for “willfully neglecting his duties” over the handling of the $1.8 billion discrepancy in state funds. We take you through the machinations of the hearing that took place in the South Carolina Senate on Monday.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 22, 2025, is dedicated to the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1927</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Econ Spring Break</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 15, 2025: we’re on spring break this week, so we’re giving you a special episode featuring host Gavin Jackson and guest Dr. Joey Von Nessen for an economic update amid global uncertainty and volatility.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-15/econ-spring-break</link>
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    <itunes:title>Econ Spring Break</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 15, 2025: we’re on spring break this week, so we’re giving you a special episode featuring host Gavin Jackson and guest Dr. Joey Von Nessen for an economic update amid global uncertainty and volatility.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 15, 2025: we’re on spring…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1373</itunes:duration>






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    <title>State Budget: A Tradition Unlike Any Other</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 device driving bill that moved out of the House for the first time ever; Scott Morgan has a feature on electric busses; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-12/state-budget-a-tradition-unlike-any-other</link>
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    <itunes:title>State Budget: A Tradition Unlike Any Other</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 device driving bill that moved out of the House for the first time ever; Scott Morgan has a feature on electric busses; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 12, 2025: the Senate…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1590</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Simmer &amp; Stocks Sink—Buy the Dip</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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 Columbia, we take you through the confirmation hearing of Dept. of Public Health nominee Dr. Ed Simmer; we also hear from DAODAS Director Sara Goldsby about what’s fueling a decline in drug overdose deaths; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:55:50 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-08/simmer-stocks-sink-buy-the-dip</link>
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    <itunes:title>Simmer &amp; Stocks Sink—Buy the Dip</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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 Columbia, we take you through the confirmation hearing of Dept. of Public Health nominee Dr. Ed Simmer; we also hear from DAODAS Director Sara Goldsby about what’s fueling a decline in drug overdose deaths; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 8, 2025: we catch you up…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2002</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Tax Reform Hits the Skids</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 5, 2025: we close out the Table Rock Complex fires with a final update; we take a look at the utility bill that moved through the Senate late Wednesday as well as the anti-DEI bill that went through the House; the major tax reform and reduction bill hits the skids as the financial impact is revealed; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-05/tax-reform-hits-the-skids</link>
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    <itunes:title>Tax Reform Hits the Skids</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 5, 2025: we close out the Table Rock Complex fires with a final update; we take a look at the utility bill that moved through the Senate late Wednesday as well as the anti-DEI bill that went through the House; the major tax reform and reduction bill hits the skids as the financial impact is revealed; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 5, 2025: we close out the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1649</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Talkin’ Tax Cuts- No April Foolin’</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 1, 2025: we’re catching you up on the Republican push to reform and lower taxes in the state; we look at what is on tap this week at the Statehouse; Winthrop Poll director Dr. Scott Huffmon joins us to break down his latest poll findings and get our first look at the 2026 race; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-04-01/talkin-tax-cuts-no-april-foolin</link>
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    <itunes:title>Talkin’ Tax Cuts- No April Foolin’</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 1, 2025: we’re catching you up on the Republican push to reform and lower taxes in the state; we look at what is on tap this week at the Statehouse; Winthrop Poll director Dr. Scott Huffmon joins us to break down his latest poll findings and get our first look at the 2026 race; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 1, 2025: we’re catching…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1824</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Torts, Boondoggles, and Forrest Fires</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 29, 2025: tort reform is done—in the Senate, for now; we catch up with Sen. Larry Grooms on his subcommittee’s report over the 1.8 billion dollar boondoggle and the recommendation to impeach Treasurer Curtis Loftis; the Table Rock Complex fires continue to burn more than 10,000 acres in the Upstate; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-29/torts-boondoggles-and-forrest-fires</link>
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    <itunes:title>Torts, Boondoggles, and Forrest Fires</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 29, 2025: tort reform is done—in the Senate, for now; we catch up with Sen. Larry Grooms on his subcommittee’s report over the 1.8 billion dollar boondoggle and the recommendation to impeach Treasurer Curtis Loftis; the Table Rock Complex fires continue to burn more than 10,000 acres in the Upstate; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 29, 2025: tort reform is…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1894</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Simmer Down Now</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 25, 2025: Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency for an ongoing forest fire in Pickens County; we preview the week at the Statehouse, including a major report on the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy; Russ McKinney reports on Dr. Ed Simmer’s confirmation to lead the state Department of Health; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-25/simmer-down-now</link>
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    <itunes:title>Simmer Down Now</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 25, 2025: Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency for an ongoing forest fire in Pickens County; we preview the week at the Statehouse, including a major report on the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy; Russ McKinney reports on Dr. Ed Simmer’s confirmation to lead the state Department of Health; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 25, 2025: Gov. Henry…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1834</itunes:duration>






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    <title>TORTal Recall</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 22 2025: we look at week three of the tort reform debate, which resulted in some movement on the massive bill S. 244; state Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver talks anecdotally of the impact of the no cell phones in schools ban; an anti-DEI bill gets changed and moves to the House floor; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-22/tortal-recall</link>
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    <itunes:title>TORTal Recall</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 22 2025: we look at week three of the tort reform debate, which resulted in some movement on the massive bill S. 244; state Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver talks anecdotally of the impact of the no cell phones in schools ban; an anti-DEI bill gets changed and moves to the House floor; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 22 2025: we look at week…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1729</itunes:duration>






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    <title>That Thing You scDOT</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2025: we look at the state of the SCDOT and catch you up on some of the major things happening at the agency; we preview the week ahead with all eyes on what is set to happen with S. 244, the major tort reform bill; Sen. Lindsey Graham and Congressman Jim Clyburn hit the Sunday shows; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-18/that-thing-you-scdot</link>
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    <itunes:title>That Thing You scDOT</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2025: we look at the state of the SCDOT and catch you up on some of the major things happening at the agency; we preview the week ahead with all eyes on what is set to happen with S. 244, the major tort reform bill; Sen. Lindsey Graham and Congressman Jim Clyburn hit the Sunday shows; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 18, 2025: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2067</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Big Ol Budget Bigtimes Torts</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 15, 2025: week nine of the legislative session just wrapped up, which means we are more than half-way done with the legislative session; the House passed its $14.5B general fund budget; the Senate was a bit quiet on its tort reform debate this week; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-15/big-ol-budget-bigtimes-torts</link>
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    <itunes:title>Big Ol Budget Bigtimes Torts</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 15, 2025: week nine of the legislative session just wrapped up, which means we are more than half-way done with the legislative session; the House passed its $14.5B general fund budget; the Senate was a bit quiet on its tort reform debate this week; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 15, 2025: week nine of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2272</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Budget Vote-a-Rama Cometh</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 11, 2025: lawmakers in the South Carolina House are debating the $14 billion spending plan that will soon head to the Senate; Sen. Lindsey Graham was in Columbia on Monday where he spoke about a federal government shutdown and other priorities; former 1st District Republican candidate Katie Arrington has a major, new gig; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-11/the-budget-vote-a-rama-cometh</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Budget Vote-a-Rama Cometh</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 11, 2025: lawmakers in the South Carolina House are debating the $14 billion spending plan that will soon head to the Senate; Sen. Lindsey Graham was in Columbia on Monday where he spoke about a federal government shutdown and other priorities; former 1st District Republican candidate Katie Arrington has a major, new gig; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 11, 2025: lawmakers in the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1327</itunes:duration>
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    <title>All Tort No Chaser</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 08, 2025: we look at Senate bill S. 244 that’s still being debated in the Senate, and House’s H. 3497 liquor liability bill, which passed the chamber on Thursday with unanimous, bipartisan support; a deep dive on tort reform; a reminder to spring forward this weekend; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-08/all-tort-no-chaser</link>
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    <itunes:title>All Tort No Chaser</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 08, 2025: we look at Senate bill S. 244 that’s still being debated in the Senate, and House’s H. 3497 liquor liability bill, which passed the chamber on Thursday with unanimous, bipartisan support; a deep dive on tort reform; a reminder to spring forward this weekend; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 08, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1771</itunes:duration>
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    <title>$1.8 Billion Boondoggle: Loftis Translation</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 04, 2025: the latest involving the $1.8 billion boondoggle accounting error involving the state treasurer; House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bruce Bannister shares his thoughts as the House is less than a week away from debating the massive spending bill; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-04/1-8-billion-boondoggle-loftis-translation</link>
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    <itunes:title>$1.8 Billion Boondoggle: Loftis Translation</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 04, 2025: the latest involving the $1.8 billion boondoggle accounting error involving the state treasurer; House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bruce Bannister shares his thoughts as the House is less than a week away from debating the massive spending bill; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 04, 2025: the latest…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1801</itunes:duration>






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    <title>March Madness Reaches the Statehouse</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 01, 2025: we’re recapping major bills and action in the state Senate and House from this week including the school voucher bill; an interview with House Education Committee Chairwoman Shannon Erickson; what the House did to the Senate’s plan and where it goes next; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-03-01/march-madness-reaches-the-statehouse</link>
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    <itunes:title>March Madness Reaches the Statehouse</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 01, 2025: we’re recapping major bills and action in the state Senate and House from this week including the school voucher bill; an interview with House Education Committee Chairwoman Shannon Erickson; what the House did to the Senate’s plan and where it goes next; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 01, 2025: we’re recapping…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2117</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Celebrating 600 Boondoggle Style</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 25, 2025: we look at a different version of the school voucher bill that’s poised to move in the Statehouse; Sen. Stephen Goldfinch continues our conversation on the $1.8 billion boondoggle accounting discrepancy involving the state Treasurer’s Office; Senate LCI Committee Chairman Tom Davis breaks down the energy generation needs our state faces; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-25/celebrating-600-boondoggle-style</link>
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    <itunes:title>Celebrating 600 Boondoggle Style</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 25, 2025: we look at a different version of the school voucher bill that’s poised to move in the Statehouse; Sen. Stephen Goldfinch continues our conversation on the $1.8 billion boondoggle accounting discrepancy involving the state Treasurer’s Office; Senate LCI Committee Chairman Tom Davis breaks down the energy generation needs our state faces; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 25, 2025: we look at a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1951</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The ABCs and 123s of Education Bills</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 22, 2025: Maayan Schechter has two deep dives on legislation from the Statehouse as we focus on education funding and vouchers; we have a small tidbit for our 2026 WATCH and some action from Washington on the budget reconciliation process; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-22/the-abcs-and-123s-of-education-bills</link>
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    <itunes:title>The ABCs and 123s of Education Bills</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 22, 2025: Maayan Schechter has two deep dives on legislation from the Statehouse as we focus on education funding and vouchers; we have a small tidbit for our 2026 WATCH and some action from Washington on the budget reconciliation process; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 22, 2025: Maayan…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2226</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Graham Gone Global</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 18, 2025: we look at what’s on tap this week at the Statehouse; we catch up with USC Law Professor Derek Black to discuss his new book on Black literacy traced over the centuries in the South; comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was in Europe and the Middle East; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:37:24 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-18/graham-gone-global</link>
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    <itunes:title>Graham Gone Global</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 18, 2025: we look at what’s on tap this week at the Statehouse; we catch up with USC Law Professor Derek Black to discuss his new book on Black literacy traced over the centuries in the South; comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was in Europe and the Middle East; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 18, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1850</itunes:duration>
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    <title>That Thing You DOGE</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 15, 2025: we look at the abortion debate that played out in state Supreme Court this week; in Washington Congresswoman Nancy Mace made serious allegations from the House floor; Sen. Lindsey Graham continued his work on budget reconciliation to advance the Trump administration agenda; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-15/that-thing-you-doge</link>
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    <itunes:title>That Thing You DOGE</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 15, 2025: we look at the abortion debate that played out in state Supreme Court this week; in Washington Congresswoman Nancy Mace made serious allegations from the House floor; Sen. Lindsey Graham continued his work on budget reconciliation to advance the Trump administration agenda; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 15, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1971</itunes:duration>






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    <title>All Aboard The SS Electric</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 11, 2025: we look at statehouse activity for this week, including a bill that would allow Scout Motors and Teslas to be sold in South Carolina, which is currently illegal; a state Supreme Court hearing this week on the six-week abortion bill; Rock Hill Rep. Brandon Guffey discusses his efforts to keep children safe online; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-11/all-aboard-the-ss-electric</link>
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    <itunes:title>All Aboard The SS Electric</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 11, 2025: we look at statehouse activity for this week, including a bill that would allow Scout Motors and Teslas to be sold in South Carolina, which is currently illegal; a state Supreme Court hearing this week on the six-week abortion bill; Rock Hill Rep. Brandon Guffey discusses his efforts to keep children safe online; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 11, 2025: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1786</itunes:duration>






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    <title>COFRAGE Against the Machine</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 8, 2025: a look at some big bills from the state version of DOGE to anti-DEI and the K-12 voucher bills that moved this week; Sen. Lindsey Graham gets the green light for his budget reconciliation process; a 2026 watch update and break down the tariff turmoil; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-08/cofrage-against-the-machine</link>
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    <itunes:title>COFRAGE Against the Machine</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 8, 2025: a look at some big bills from the state version of DOGE to anti-DEI and the K-12 voucher bills that moved this week; Sen. Lindsey Graham gets the green light for his budget reconciliation process; a 2026 watch update and break down the tariff turmoil; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 8, 2025: a look at some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1392</itunes:duration>






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    <title>One Month Down, a Lifetime to Go</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 4, 2025: Sen. Lindsey Graham talks about recent moves and cabinet confirmations out of Washington; Statehouse reporters Maayan Schechter and Jeffrey Collins give us some insight on the first month of the legislative session and the governors annual address; we also have an economic update that includes interest rates, U.S. GDP and our state’s unemployment rate; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:40:34 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-04/one-month-down-a-lifetime-to-go</link>
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    <itunes:title>One Month Down, a Lifetime to Go</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 4, 2025: Sen. Lindsey Graham talks about recent moves and cabinet confirmations out of Washington; Statehouse reporters Maayan Schechter and Jeffrey Collins give us some insight on the first month of the legislative session and the governors annual address; we also have an economic update that includes interest rates, U.S. GDP and our state’s unemployment rate; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 4, 2025: Sen. Lindsey…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1752</itunes:duration>
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    <title>How do you solve a problem like a boondoggle?</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 1, 2025: we take a deep dive into the latest surrounding the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy boondoggle error involving the state’s books; the Senate passed its school voucher bill; Gov. Henry McMaster gave his annual state of the state address; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-02-01/how-do-you-solve-a-problem-like-a-boondoggle</link>
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    <itunes:title>How do you solve a problem like a boondoggle?</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 1, 2025: we take a deep dive into the latest surrounding the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy boondoggle error involving the state’s books; the Senate passed its school voucher bill; Gov. Henry McMaster gave his annual state of the state address; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 1, 2025: we take a deep…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2174</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Graham at Ground Zero</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 28, 2025: Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his take on budget reconciliation, immigration, infrastructure funding, and presidential pardons; the U.S. Attorney’s Office for South Carolina has detained a man who allegedly sextorted Rep. Brandon Guffey’s son who took his own life as a result; we share an excerpt of our interview with U.S. Attorney Adair Ford; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-28/graham-at-ground-zero</link>
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    <itunes:title>Graham at Ground Zero</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 28, 2025: Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his take on budget reconciliation, immigration, infrastructure funding, and presidential pardons; the U.S. Attorney’s Office for South Carolina has detained a man who allegedly sextorted Rep. Brandon Guffey’s son who took his own life as a result; we share an excerpt of our interview with U.S. Attorney Adair Ford; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 28, 2025: Sen. Lindsey…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1992</itunes:duration>
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    <title>$1.8 billion Boondoggle Claims Another</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2025: we talk with Sen. Larry Grooms as we continue our look at the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy that has claimed another state financial official; we also look at some moves up in Washington this past week involving our delegation; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-25/1-8-billion-boondoggle-claims-another</link>
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    <itunes:title>$1.8 billion Boondoggle Claims Another</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2025: we talk with Sen. Larry Grooms as we continue our look at the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy that has claimed another state financial official; we also look at some moves up in Washington this past week involving our delegation; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2025: we talk with…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1589</itunes:duration>






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    <title>South Carolina Bids Biden Bon Voyage</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 21, 2025: we take you through part of now former President Joe Biden’s final, full day in office that he spent in South Carolina; we get reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on inauguration day and hear his thoughts about how much it will cost to implement border security; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:52:54 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-21/south-carolina-bids-biden-bon-voyage</link>
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    <itunes:title>South Carolina Bids Biden Bon Voyage</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 21, 2025: we take you through part of now former President Joe Biden’s final, full day in office that he spent in South Carolina; we get reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on inauguration day and hear his thoughts about how much it will cost to implement border security; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 21, 2025: we take you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1856</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Billion Dollar Boondoggles Are BACK!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 18, 2025: the first week of the legislative session brought some surprises along the way, including the new bombshell forensic audit on the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy on the states’ books; in the Senate, members kicked off debate on their new school voucher bill; the House took enlightening testimony on a utility reform bill; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-18/billion-dollar-boondoggles-are-back</link>
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    <itunes:title>Billion Dollar Boondoggles Are BACK!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 18, 2025: the first week of the legislative session brought some surprises along the way, including the new bombshell forensic audit on the $1.8 billion accounting discrepancy on the states’ books; in the Senate, members kicked off debate on their new school voucher bill; the House took enlightening testimony on a utility reform bill; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 18, 2025: the first week…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1739</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Gavin Gavelin’ in the 2025 Legislative Session</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 14, 2025: we continue to talk with top leaders about the priorities for the two year legislative session; we hear from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, whose Republicans make up a supermajority of the chamber; we also hear from House Democratic Leader Todd Rutherford; Sen. Lindsey Graham staffs up for 2026; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-14/gavin-gavelin-in-the-2025-legislative-session</link>
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    <itunes:title>Gavin Gavelin’ in the 2025 Legislative Session</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 14, 2025: we continue to talk with top leaders about the priorities for the two year legislative session; we hear from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey, whose Republicans make up a supermajority of the chamber; we also hear from House Democratic Leader Todd Rutherford; Sen. Lindsey Graham staffs up for 2026; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 14, 2025: we continue to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2095</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Live in Columbia with House Speaker Murrell Smith</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 11, 2025: our exclusive interview with S.C. House Speaker Murrell Smith where he outlines his priorities for the 2025 legislative session, gives his take on school vouchers, taxes, and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 11 Jan 2025 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-11/live-in-columbia-with-house-speaker-murrell-smith</link>
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    <itunes:title>Live in Columbia with House Speaker Murrell Smith</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 11, 2025: our exclusive interview with S.C. House Speaker Murrell Smith where he outlines his priorities for the 2025 legislative session, gives his take on school vouchers, taxes, and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 11, 2025: our exclusive…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1726</itunes:duration>






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    <title>New Year, Get Ready!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 7, 2025: we catch you up on some of the Congressional drama kicking off the 119th congress; there’s early voting for a special election primary in one Lowcountry House district; reporter Scott Morgan speaks with Faith Fuller, whose parents created Habitat for Humanity, which became inextricably linked to the late 39th President Jimmy Carter; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 04:35:24 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2025-01-07/new-year-get-ready</link>
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    <itunes:title>New Year, Get Ready!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 7, 2025: we catch you up on some of the Congressional drama kicking off the 119th congress; there’s early voting for a special election primary in one Lowcountry House district; reporter Scott Morgan speaks with Faith Fuller, whose parents created Habitat for Humanity, which became inextricably linked to the late 39th President Jimmy Carter; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 7, 2025: we catch you up…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1624</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Season of New Traditions: 2025 Hot or Not</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this special holiday episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 24, 2024: our “Hot or Not” 2025 list episode, a cultivated list of the hottest trends you need to be ready for in 2025, and the ones you can leave behind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-24/season-of-new-traditions-2025-hot-or-not</link>
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    <itunes:title>Season of New Traditions: 2025 Hot or Not</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this special holiday episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 24, 2024: our “Hot or Not” 2025 list episode, a cultivated list of the hottest trends you need to be ready for in 2025, and the ones you can leave behind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this special holiday episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 24,…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1320</itunes:duration>






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    <title>2025 Econ Pod Outlook</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 21, 2024: our full interview with USC Research Economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen, recapping the economic year of 2024 and previewing 2025.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-21/2025-econ-pod-outlook</link>
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    <itunes:title>2025 Econ Pod Outlook</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 21, 2024: our full interview with USC Research Economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen, recapping the economic year of 2024 and previewing 2025.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 21, 2024: our full…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1828</itunes:duration>
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    <title>House PreFiling Party</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 17, 2024: we look at what’s going on this week from the statehouse to Congress; Sen. Lindsey Graham shares his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary; a look back on the lives of Congressman John Spratt and former state Sen. Kay Patterson; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-17/house-prefiling-party</link>
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    <itunes:title>House PreFiling Party</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 17, 2024: we look at what’s going on this week from the statehouse to Congress; Sen. Lindsey Graham shares his thoughts on President-elect Donald Trump’s Defense Secretary; a look back on the lives of Congressman John Spratt and former state Sen. Kay Patterson; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 17, 2024: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1515</itunes:duration>






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    <title>How Many Licks does it take to get a School Voucher Bill Passed?</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 14, 2024: we look at why the federal government is suing South Carolina; reporter Maayan Schechter tells us of two South Carolinians among the 39 folks Biden pardoned along with nearly 1,500 people prison sentence commutations; Senate Republicans are going all-gas-no-brakes on a third attempt at a school voucher bill; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Dec 2024 06:30:02 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-14/how-many-licks-does-it-take-to-get-a-school-voucher-bill-passed</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 14, 2024: we look at why the federal government is suing South Carolina; reporter Maayan Schechter tells us of two South Carolinians among the 39 folks Biden pardoned along with nearly 1,500 people prison sentence commutations; Senate Republicans are going all-gas-no-brakes on a third attempt at a school voucher bill; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 14, 2024: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1559</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Tariff or not Tariff, that is the Question</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 10, 2024: we hear more from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey on the upcoming session; two prominent South Carolinians weigh in on transgender issues in Washington; we hear about how President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs may affect South Carolina; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:06:02 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-10/tariff-or-not-tariff-that-is-the-question</link>
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    <itunes:title>Tariff or not Tariff, that is the Question</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 10, 2024: we hear more from Senate Majority Leader Shane Massey on the upcoming session; two prominent South Carolinians weigh in on transgender issues in Washington; we hear about how President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs may affect South Carolina; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 10, 2024: we hear more…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1599</itunes:duration>






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    <title>S.C. Statehouse Musical Chairs</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 7, 2024: a look at what lawmakers did when they returned to Columbia, briefly, this week, ahead of the start of the legislative session on Jan. 14.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Dec 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-07/s-c-statehouse-musical-chairs</link>
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    <itunes:title>S.C. Statehouse Musical Chairs</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 7, 2024: a look at what lawmakers did when they returned to Columbia, briefly, this week, ahead of the start of the legislative session on Jan. 14.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 7, 2024: a look at what…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1674</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Clemson Vs USC Post Election Professors</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 3, 2024: look at what lawmakers will be doing when they return to Columbia this week; we hear from two professors about more ramifications from Election 2024, including the role of social media, as well as how the geopolitical economy could shift; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-12-03/clemson-vs-usc-post-election-professors</link>
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    <itunes:title>Clemson Vs USC Post Election Professors</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 3, 2024: look at what lawmakers will be doing when they return to Columbia this week; we hear from two professors about more ramifications from Election 2024, including the role of social media, as well as how the geopolitical economy could shift; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 3, 2024: look at what…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1807</itunes:duration>






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    <title>UAPs, Turkey, and You</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 23, 2024: we look at the first estimate of how much money lawmakers will have to budget with next year; we look at the material and the process involved with a state education panel’s evaluation of four books to be removed from classrooms across the S.C.; we follow up on Nancy Mace and her part in a Congressional UAP hearing, as well as an update on U.S. House bathroom policy; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-23/uaps-turkey-and-you</link>
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    <itunes:title>UAPs, Turkey, and You</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 23, 2024: we look at the first estimate of how much money lawmakers will have to budget with next year; we look at the material and the process involved with a state education panel’s evaluation of four books to be removed from classrooms across the S.C.; we follow up on Nancy Mace and her part in a Congressional UAP hearing, as well as an update on U.S. House bathroom policy; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 23, 2024: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1872</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Going to Space with Nancy Mace</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 19, 2024: we hear from state House Republican leaders on their priorities for next session; we get the final recount numbers in for one of the four Senate Democratic seats Republicans flipped; we take a look at leadership changes in the U.S. Senate; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-19/going-to-space-with-nancy-mace</link>
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    <itunes:title>Going to Space with Nancy Mace</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 19, 2024: we hear from state House Republican leaders on their priorities for next session; we get the final recount numbers in for one of the four Senate Democratic seats Republicans flipped; we take a look at leadership changes in the U.S. Senate; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 19, 2024: we hear from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1786</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Devil at His Elbow: Valerie Bauerlein on Alex Murdaugh</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 16 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-16/the-devil-at-his-elbow-valerie-bauerlein-on-alex-murdaugh</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Devil at His Elbow: Valerie Bauerlein on Alex Murdaugh</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 16, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>842</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Getting Our Lame Ducks in a Row</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:03:08 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-12/getting-our-lame-ducks-in-a-row</link>
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    <itunes:title>Getting Our Lame Ducks in a Row</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 12, 2024: we get some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1433</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Finally Through the Election Void</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 09 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-09/finally-through-the-election-void</link>
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    <itunes:title>Finally Through the Election Void</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 9, 2024: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2015</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Election 2024: Souls to the Polls</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-05/election-2024-souls-to-the-polls</link>
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    <itunes:title>Election 2024: Souls to the Polls</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 5, 2024: America votes!…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1908</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Pre-Election 2024 LIVE IN COLUMBIA</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-11-02/pre-election-2024-live-in-columbia</link>
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    <itunes:title>Pre-Election 2024 LIVE IN COLUMBIA</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 2, 2024: a special…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2895</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Campaign Trail Blitzkrieg</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-29/campaign-trail-blitzkrieg</link>
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    <itunes:title>Campaign Trail Blitzkrieg</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2024: we hear more…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1819</itunes:duration>






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    <title>2024 Election: Record Early Turnout</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-26/2024-election-record-early-turnout</link>
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    <itunes:title>2024 Election: Record Early Turnout</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 26, 2024: we hear from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2092</itunes:duration>






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    <title>2024 Election: Yep, Early Voting. It’s Here.</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-22/2024-election-yep-early-voting-its-here</link>
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    <itunes:title>2024 Election: Yep, Early Voting. It’s Here.</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 22, 2024: early voting…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1620</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Boats &amp; Votes</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-19/boats-votes</link>
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    <itunes:title>Boats &amp; Votes</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 19, 2024: a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1899</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Shrinking Pool of Poll Workers a Problem in S.C.</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-15/shrinking-pool-of-poll-workers-a-problem-in-s-c</link>
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    <itunes:title>Shrinking Pool of Poll Workers a Problem in S.C.</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 15, 2024: a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1687</itunes:duration>






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    <title>A Conversation with AG Alan Wilson</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 12 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-12/a-conversation-with-ag-alan-wilson</link>
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    <itunes:title>A Conversation with AG Alan Wilson</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[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!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 12, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>876</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Helene and the Misinformation Storm</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 8, 2024: the latest from the federal government’s response to Helene in our state, and a report from Scott Morgan on neighbors helping neighbors in the town of Easley; FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell rebuts comments from former president Donald Trump; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-08/helene-and-the-misinformation-storm</link>
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    <itunes:title>Helene and the Misinformation Storm</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 8, 2024: the latest from the federal government’s response to Helene in our state, and a report from Scott Morgan on neighbors helping neighbors in the town of Easley; FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell rebuts comments from former president Donald Trump; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 8, 2024: the latest from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1849</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Helene Hectic Aftermath</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 5, 2024: a look at response and recovery efforts in South Carolina to Tropical Storm Helene, which rolled through the state early last Friday, causing more than 41 deaths, damaging over 3,500 homes, and plunging 1.3 million residents into darkness—which, as of our taping, still includes 270,000 outages.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 05 Oct 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-05/helene-hectic-aftermath</link>
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    <itunes:title>Helene Hectic Aftermath</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 5, 2024: a look at response and recovery efforts in South Carolina to Tropical Storm Helene, which rolled through the state early last Friday, causing more than 41 deaths, damaging over 3,500 homes, and plunging 1.3 million residents into darkness—which, as of our taping, still includes 270,000 outages.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 5, 2024: a look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1879</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Midwestern Nice Veep Debate</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 2, 2024: the ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene; some of the key moments from Tuesday evening’s one-and-only vice presidential debate; part of host Gavin Jackson’s interview with AP reporter Jeffrey Collins who witnessed the first execution of a South Carolina inmate in 13 years; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:05:17 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-02/midwestern-nice-veep-debate</link>
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    <itunes:title>Midwestern Nice Veep Debate</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 2, 2024: the ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene; some of the key moments from Tuesday evening’s one-and-only vice presidential debate; part of host Gavin Jackson’s interview with AP reporter Jeffrey Collins who witnessed the first execution of a South Carolina inmate in 13 years; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 2, 2024: the ongoing…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1448</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Pod Delay Alert</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[New SC Lede pod episode delayed until Wednesday]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:12:33 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-10-02/pod-delay-alert</link>
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    <author>ashire@scetv.org (A. T. Shire)</author>
    <itunes:title>Pod Delay Alert</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[New SC Lede pod episode delayed until Wednesday]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[New SC Lede pod episode delayed until Wednesday]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>A. T. Shire</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>46</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Zelensky Visits America’s Mom and Dad</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 28, 2024: on the presidential campaign trail with highlights from both VP Harris and former Pres. Trump; analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Scott Huffmon; the Democratic National Committee’s plan to send tens of thousands to S.C. in hopes of flipping back some state House seats; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-28/zelensky-visits-americas-mom-and-dad</link>
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    <itunes:title>Zelensky Visits America’s Mom and Dad</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 28, 2024: on the presidential campaign trail with highlights from both VP Harris and former Pres. Trump; analysis from Winthrop University political science professor Scott Huffmon; the Democratic National Committee’s plan to send tens of thousands to S.C. in hopes of flipping back some state House seats; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 28, 2024: on the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1622</itunes:duration>
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    <title>School Vouchers No No Explain Yes</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 24, 2024: USC Law Professor Derek Black analyzes the state Supreme Court’s decision striking down the latest voucher program; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-24/school-vouchers-no-no-explain-yes</link>
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    <itunes:title>School Vouchers No No Explain Yes</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 24, 2024: USC Law Professor Derek Black analyzes the state Supreme Court’s decision striking down the latest voucher program; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 24, 2024: USC Law…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1616</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Conspiracies on the Trail &amp; Hate on the Hill</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 21, 2024: a look at the Fed rate cut with USC research economist Joey Von Nessen; we head to Congress where a hearing on hate crimes becomes heated with Sen. Lindsey Graham; a roundup of the craziest stuff that happened this week on the campaign trail; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Sep 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-21/conspiracies-on-the-trail-hate-on-the-hill</link>
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    <itunes:title>Conspiracies on the Trail &amp; Hate on the Hill</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 21, 2024: a look at the Fed rate cut with USC research economist Joey Von Nessen; we head to Congress where a hearing on hate crimes becomes heated with Sen. Lindsey Graham; a roundup of the craziest stuff that happened this week on the campaign trail; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 21, 2024: a look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2172</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Viral Internet IRL</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 17, 2024: two controversial figures will be speaking at USC Wednesday evening; the first S.C. execution in 13 years is set to take place Friday; we catch up with the AP’s Meg Kinnard and communications consultant Rob Godfrey about the importance of presidential debates and Taylor Swift; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:18:13 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-17/viral-internet-irl</link>
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    <itunes:title>Viral Internet IRL</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 17, 2024: two controversial figures will be speaking at USC Wednesday evening; the first S.C. execution in 13 years is set to take place Friday; we catch up with the AP’s Meg Kinnard and communications consultant Rob Godfrey about the importance of presidential debates and Taylor Swift; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 17, 2024: two…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1670</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Big Debate Reaction Energy</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 14, 2024: Rep. Joe Wilson suffered what appeared to be a stroke this week and remains hospitalized in stable condition; the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team visited the White House to celebrate their national championship title; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and Gov. Henry McMaster who headlined a fundraiser for Sen. Tom Davis; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-14/big-debate-reaction-energy</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>Big Debate Reaction Energy</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 14, 2024: Rep. Joe Wilson suffered what appeared to be a stroke this week and remains hospitalized in stable condition; the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team visited the White House to celebrate their national championship title; we hear from former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and Gov. Henry McMaster who headlined a fundraiser for Sen. Tom Davis; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 14, 2024: Rep. Joe…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1813</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Presidential Debate Dogfight</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 11, 2024, we recap some of the biggest moments from the historic debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:32:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-11/presidential-debate-dogfight</link>
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    <itunes:title>Presidential Debate Dogfight</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 11, 2024, we recap some of the biggest moments from the historic debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 11, 2024, we recap…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1430</itunes:duration>






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    <title>A Campaign Trail Tale of Two Candidates</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 7, 2024: we’re looking at some tax proposals floated by both candidates this week ahead of the presidential debate Tuesday; we also take a look at a newly passed policy to ban cellphone use during the school day in classrooms statewide and what’s on your ballot this November 5; a review of the August jobs report; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:14:30 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-08/a-campaign-trail-tale-of-two-candidates</link>
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    <itunes:title>A Campaign Trail Tale of Two Candidates</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 7, 2024: we’re looking at some tax proposals floated by both candidates this week ahead of the presidential debate Tuesday; we also take a look at a newly passed policy to ban cellphone use during the school day in classrooms statewide and what’s on your ballot this November 5; a review of the August jobs report; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 7, 2024: we’re looking…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1909</itunes:duration>
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    <title>H-O-T-T-W-O (Months) TO GO</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 4, 2024: the latest from Sen. Lindsey Graham and what it means to be sandwiched between two swing states; we hear from Maayan Schechter about a new lawsuit against the state’s gender affirming care ban; Scott Morgan brings us the final part of his three part series on Rock Hill’s rapid rehousing program; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-09-04/h-o-t-t-w-o-months-to-go</link>
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    <itunes:title>H-O-T-T-W-O (Months) TO GO</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 4, 2024: the latest from Sen. Lindsey Graham and what it means to be sandwiched between two swing states; we hear from Maayan Schechter about a new lawsuit against the state’s gender affirming care ban; Scott Morgan brings us the final part of his three part series on Rock Hill’s rapid rehousing program; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 4, 2024: the latest…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1807</itunes:duration>
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    <title>All Out Election Sprint</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 31, 2024: an update on the death penalty’s return to South Carolina with SC Public Radio reporter Maayan Schechter and Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press; part two Scott Morgan’s rapid rehousing program in Rock Hill; we begin our weekly installment of campaign trail news; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-31/all-out-election-sprint</link>
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    <itunes:title>All Out Election Sprint</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 31, 2024: an update on the death penalty’s return to South Carolina with SC Public Radio reporter Maayan Schechter and Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press; part two Scott Morgan’s rapid rehousing program in Rock Hill; we begin our weekly installment of campaign trail news; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 31, 2024: an update on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2135</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Lede is BACK in Session, People!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 27, 2024: Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks on the Israel’s preemptive attack on Hezbollah this weekend, as well as his reaction to former Pres. Donald Trump saying he doesn’t care what Graham thinks; a look at VP Kamala Harris’ big fundraising haul, and South Carolina voters’ reaction to her becoming the nominee; Scott Morgan reports on Rock Hill’s rehousing program; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-27/lede-is-back-in-session-people</link>
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    <itunes:title>Lede is BACK in Session, People!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 27, 2024: Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks on the Israel’s preemptive attack on Hezbollah this weekend, as well as his reaction to former Pres. Donald Trump saying he doesn’t care what Graham thinks; a look at VP Kamala Harris’ big fundraising haul, and South Carolina voters’ reaction to her becoming the nominee; Scott Morgan reports on Rock Hill’s rehousing program; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 27, 2024: Sen. Lindsey…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1744</itunes:duration>






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    <title>DNC Day 5</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2024: a recap of the final day of the Democratic National Convention with VP Kamala Harris formally accepting her party’s nomination for president; we also have a conversation with South Carolina Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:21:22 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-23/dnc-day-5</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>DNC Day 5</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2024: a recap of the final day of the Democratic National Convention with VP Kamala Harris formally accepting her party’s nomination for president; we also have a conversation with South Carolina Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 23, 2024: a recap of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1129</itunes:duration>
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    <title>DNC Day 4</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2024: we bring you comments from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz from Wednesday evening; we also hear from South Carolina’s own Jaime Harrison and two of our delegates; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 15:15:02 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-22/dnc-day-4</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>DNC Day 4</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2024: we bring you comments from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz from Wednesday evening; we also hear from South Carolina’s own Jaime Harrison and two of our delegates; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 22, 2024: we bring you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1023</itunes:duration>
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    <title>DNC Day 3</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 21, 2024: speeches from night two at the DNC, including remarks from both Michelle and Barack Obama; an exclusive interview with Congressman Jim Clyburn; we also hear from Maryland Gov. Wes Moore who fired up South Carolina Democrats this morning; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:27:14 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-21/dnc-day-3</link>
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    <itunes:title>DNC Day 3</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 21, 2024: speeches from night two at the DNC, including remarks from both Michelle and Barack Obama; an exclusive interview with Congressman Jim Clyburn; we also hear from Maryland Gov. Wes Moore who fired up South Carolina Democrats this morning; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 21, 2024: speeches from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1836</itunes:duration>
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    <title>DNC Day 2</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 20, 2024, we bring you some of the big moments from the first night of the Democratic National Convention stage.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:39:57 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-20/dnc-day-2</link>
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    <itunes:title>DNC Day 2</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 20, 2024, we bring you some of the big moments from the first night of the Democratic National Convention stage.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 20, 2024, we bring you…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1436</itunes:duration>






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    <title>DNC Day 1</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2024: we are here in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention where members of the SC delegation are here to formally nominate VP Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the Democratic Party’s ticket; remarks from SCDP Chairwoman Christale Spain and California Congressman Ro Khanna; we also hear from one of our delegates, former Charleston Sen. Marlon Kimpson; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:33:03 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-19/dnc-day-1</link>
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    <itunes:title>DNC Day 1</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2024: we are here in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention where members of the SC delegation are here to formally nominate VP Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the Democratic Party’s ticket; remarks from SCDP Chairwoman Christale Spain and California Congressman Ro Khanna; we also hear from one of our delegates, former Charleston Sen. Marlon Kimpson; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 19, 2024: we are here in…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1087</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Lede Special Announcement</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[The South Carolina Lede is taking a short summer break this week, but you're still invited to leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-13/lede-special-announcement</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>Lede Special Announcement</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[The South Carolina Lede is taking a short summer break this week, but you're still invited to leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The South Carolina Lede is taking a short summer break this week, but you're…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>54</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Harris, Hurricanes, and a Hot Hot Campaign Trail</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 06, 2024: the latest developments from the campaign trail, including VP Kamala Harris becoming the first woman of color to be nominated to lead a major party; a look at Sen. Lindsey Graham’s appearance this past weekend on Fox News Sunday; economic news on data that’s causing some people to panic; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-08-06/harris-hurricanes-and-a-hot-hot-campaign-trail</link>
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    <itunes:title>Harris, Hurricanes, and a Hot Hot Campaign Trail</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 06, 2024: the latest developments from the campaign trail, including VP Kamala Harris becoming the first woman of color to be nominated to lead a major party; a look at Sen. Lindsey Graham’s appearance this past weekend on Fox News Sunday; economic news on data that’s causing some people to panic; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 06, 2024: the latest…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1303</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Pumpin’ the Breaks on the Runaway News Cycle</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 30, 2024: a recap of the major news events of the past two weeks, featuring a discussion with University of South Carolina political science professor Dr. Kirk Randazzo, Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-30/pumpin-the-breaks-on-the-runaway-news-cycle</link>
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    <itunes:title>Pumpin’ the Breaks on the Runaway News Cycle</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 30, 2024: a recap of the major news events of the past two weeks, featuring a discussion with University of South Carolina political science professor Dr. Kirk Randazzo, Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 30, 2024: a recap of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1510</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Kamala’s brat Summer Cometh</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 27, 2024: we take you on the campaign trail with the latest from Pres. Joe Biden dropping out of the race; VP Kamala Harris’ first big rally as the presumptive nominee; what former Pres. Donald Trump had to say before thousands at his first post-RNC rally in Charlotte; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-27/kamalas-brat-summer-cometh</link>
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    <itunes:title>Kamala’s brat Summer Cometh</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 27, 2024: we take you on the campaign trail with the latest from Pres. Joe Biden dropping out of the race; VP Kamala Harris’ first big rally as the presumptive nominee; what former Pres. Donald Trump had to say before thousands at his first post-RNC rally in Charlotte; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 27, 2024: we take you on…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1990</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Biden Bombshell Rocks the Free World</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 23, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s bombshell decision not to seek re-election and his endorsement of VP Kamala Harris for president; reactions from several big South Carolinians and from Harris; we hear from Rep. Nancy Mace during Monday’s House Oversight Committee hearing with the head of the U.S. Secret Service just nine days after a failed assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-23/biden-bombshell-rocks-the-free-world</link>
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    <itunes:title>Biden Bombshell Rocks the Free World</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 23, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s bombshell decision not to seek re-election and his endorsement of VP Kamala Harris for president; reactions from several big South Carolinians and from Harris; we hear from Rep. Nancy Mace during Monday’s House Oversight Committee hearing with the head of the U.S. Secret Service just nine days after a failed assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 23, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1783</itunes:duration>
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    <title>RNC Day 4</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 18, 2024: part of 1st District Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s remarks before the RNC yesterday evening; Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his insight on how former Pres. Donald Trump has changed since the attempt on his life on Saturday, and what he hopes Trump says in his speech tonight at 10 p.m. EDT; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 14:52:13 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-18/rnc-day-4</link>
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    <itunes:title>RNC Day 4</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 18, 2024: part of 1st District Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s remarks before the RNC yesterday evening; Sen. Lindsey Graham gives his insight on how former Pres. Donald Trump has changed since the attempt on his life on Saturday, and what he hopes Trump says in his speech tonight at 10 p.m. EDT; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 18, 2024: part of 1st…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>848</itunes:duration>
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    <title>RNC Day 3</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 17, 2024: day three of the Republican National Convention, with highlights from former Gov. Nikki Haley’s primetime speech on Tuesday; SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick talks about his evolving party and Sen. Tim Scott talks about his fiancé who he will be marrying in just over two weeks; Rep. Nancy Mace is set to take the convention stage this evening; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:15:21 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-17/rnc-day-3</link>
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    <itunes:title>RNC Day 3</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 17, 2024: day three of the Republican National Convention, with highlights from former Gov. Nikki Haley’s primetime speech on Tuesday; SCGOP Chairman Drew McKissick talks about his evolving party and Sen. Tim Scott talks about his fiancé who he will be marrying in just over two weeks; Rep. Nancy Mace is set to take the convention stage this evening; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 17, 2024: day three of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>963</itunes:duration>
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    <title>RNC Day 2</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 16, 2024: a recap of some of the big moments from Day One of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee and a preview of what’s in store for tonight’s program; an exclusive sit-down interview with Gov. Henry McMaster to discuss the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life, and his thoughts on Ohio Sen. JD Vance being picked as Trump’s running mate; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:18:46 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-16/rnc-day-2</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 16, 2024: a recap of some of the big moments from Day One of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee and a preview of what’s in store for tonight’s program; an exclusive sit-down interview with Gov. Henry McMaster to discuss the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life, and his thoughts on Ohio Sen. JD Vance being picked as Trump’s running mate; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 16, 2024: a recap of some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1168</itunes:duration>






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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2024: the latest from the start of the Republican National Convention, just days after the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life; Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Republican pollster Robert Cahaly discuss what that event means for the GOP; remarks from Pres. Joe Biden from Sunday evening; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 17:37:35 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-15/rnc-day-1</link>
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    <itunes:title>RNC Day 1</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2024: the latest from the start of the Republican National Convention, just days after the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump’s life; Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Republican pollster Robert Cahaly discuss what that event means for the GOP; remarks from Pres. Joe Biden from Sunday evening; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 15, 2024: the latest from…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>960</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Biden Campaign Running on Empty</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 13, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s make or break week at the NATO summit and the subsequent press conferences where he attempted to allay concerns over his age; we hear from Rep. Jim Clyburn and what former Pres. Donald Trump is saying on the campaign trail; Gov. McMaster talks about the upcoming RNC convention; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-13/biden-campaign-running-on-empty</link>
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    <itunes:title>Biden Campaign Running on Empty</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 13, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s make or break week at the NATO summit and the subsequent press conferences where he attempted to allay concerns over his age; we hear from Rep. Jim Clyburn and what former Pres. Donald Trump is saying on the campaign trail; Gov. McMaster talks about the upcoming RNC convention; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 13, 2024: Pres. Joe Biden’s…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1359</itunes:duration>
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    <title>40 Acres and a Lie</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this special summer series episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 09, 2024: a look at a new limited podcast series called “40 Acres and a Lie,” a three-part series from Reveal and the Center for Public Integrity, that tells the history of an often-misunderstood government program that gave more than 1,200 formerly enslaved people land titles, only to take the land back, fueling a wealth gap that remains today.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-09/40-acres-and-a-lie</link>
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    <itunes:title>40 Acres and a Lie</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this special summer series episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 09, 2024: a look at a new limited podcast series called “40 Acres and a Lie,” a three-part series from Reveal and the Center for Public Integrity, that tells the history of an often-misunderstood government program that gave more than 1,200 formerly enslaved people land titles, only to take the land back, fueling a wealth gap that remains today.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this special summer series episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 09,…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1706</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Introducing &#x27;Who What When&#x27;</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this special episode of the South Carolina Lede, we bring you the premiere of South Carolina Public Radio's new history gameshow Who What When.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-06/introducing-who-what-when</link>
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    <itunes:title>Introducing &#x27;Who What When&#x27;</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this special episode of the South Carolina Lede, we bring you the premiere of South Carolina Public Radio's new history gameshow Who What When.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this special episode of the South Carolina Lede, we bring you the premiere…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>A. T. Shire</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>3079</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Lede Infrastructure Week!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 02, 2024: host Gavin Jackson’s interview with the new SCDOT secretary, Justin Powell; how the State Legislature's 2017 gas tax increase has affected state roads and the underfunded DOT; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-07-02/lede-infrastructure-week</link>
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    <itunes:title>Lede Infrastructure Week!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 02, 2024: host Gavin Jackson’s interview with the new SCDOT secretary, Justin Powell; how the State Legislature's 2017 gas tax increase has affected state roads and the underfunded DOT; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 02, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1648</itunes:duration>
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    <title>A Journey to Adjournment: the 125th General Assembly</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 29, 2024: a recap of the final actions of the 125th General Assembly; we also look at who won and lost in Tuesday’s primary runoffs; a small recap of the first presidential debate; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-29/a-journey-to-adjournment-the-125th-general-assembly</link>
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    <itunes:title>A Journey to Adjournment: the 125th General Assembly</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 29, 2024: a recap of the final actions of the 125th General Assembly; we also look at who won and lost in Tuesday’s primary runoffs; a small recap of the first presidential debate; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 29, 2024: a recap of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2359</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Lede Goes Global! (Just Canada, Sorry….)</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 25, 2024: it’s primary runoff day, with 13 races across the state; the S.C. House & Senate take up the budget conference committee report on the $14.4 billion budget; Gov. McMaster is participating in a European economic development mission trip; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-25/the-lede-goes-global-just-canada-sorry</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Lede Goes Global! (Just Canada, Sorry….)</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 25, 2024: it’s primary runoff day, with 13 races across the state; the S.C. House & Senate take up the budget conference committee report on the $14.4 billion budget; Gov. McMaster is participating in a European economic development mission trip; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 25, 2024: it’s primary…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2117</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Primary Primer with Maayan Schechter</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 22, 2024: a primary primer on the upcoming June 25 primary runoff elections with SC Public Radio reporter Maayan Schechter; host Gavin Jackson’s interview with S.C. Commerce Secretary Harry Lightsey; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-22/primary-primer-with-maayan-schechter</link>
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    <itunes:title>Primary Primer with Maayan Schechter</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 22, 2024: a primary primer on the upcoming June 25 primary runoff elections with SC Public Radio reporter Maayan Schechter; host Gavin Jackson’s interview with S.C. Commerce Secretary Harry Lightsey; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 22, 2024: a primary primer…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1522</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Great Scotts!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 18, 2024: a look at some comments made by Sen. Tim Scott about being on the shortlist as a potential running mate for former President Donald Trump, and a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling prohibiting bump stocks; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-18/great-scotts</link>
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    <itunes:title>Great Scotts!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 18, 2024: a look at some comments made by Sen. Tim Scott about being on the shortlist as a potential running mate for former President Donald Trump, and a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling prohibiting bump stocks; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 18, 2024: a look at some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1932</itunes:duration>






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    <title>2024 SC Primary Pandemonium</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 12, 2024, we have a full recap and analysis of the 2024 June SC primaries.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 19:42:01 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-12/2024-sc-primary-pandemonium</link>
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    <itunes:title>2024 SC Primary Pandemonium</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 12, 2024, we have a full recap and analysis of the 2024 June SC primaries.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 12, 2024, we have a full…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1888</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Primary Pregame 2024</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 8, 2024: a look at the upcoming election with an update from State Election Commission director Howard Knapp on the safety, security, and integrity of our elections in the state; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter gives an update on what happened at the Statehouse this week, and what to watch for on election night; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-08/primary-pregame-2024</link>
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    <itunes:title>Primary Pregame 2024</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 8, 2024: a look at the upcoming election with an update from State Election Commission director Howard Knapp on the safety, security, and integrity of our elections in the state; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter gives an update on what happened at the Statehouse this week, and what to watch for on election night; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 8, 2024: a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1915</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Supreme Leder Holding Court</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[June 3, 2024 — A look this week's special legislative session to elect the next state Supreme Court justice; Sen. Tim Scott was on Fox News Sunday talking about former President Donald Trump’s guilty convictions; the latest research on climate change as we head into hurricane season; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-04/supreme-leder-holding-court</link>
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    <itunes:title>Supreme Leder Holding Court</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[June 3, 2024 — A look this week's special legislative session to elect the next state Supreme Court justice; Sen. Tim Scott was on Fox News Sunday talking about former President Donald Trump’s guilty convictions; the latest research on climate change as we head into hurricane season; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[June 3, 2024 — A look this week's special legislative session to elect the next…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2017</itunes:duration>






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    <title>The Trump Verdict Heard ‘Round the World</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 1, 2024: reaction to former President Donald Trump’s conviction on all 34 counts of falsifying business records; a look at the new SC DUI penalties now in the books; an update on who will be the new State Supreme Court justice; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-06-01/the-trump-verdict-heard-round-the-world</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Trump Verdict Heard ‘Round the World</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 1, 2024: reaction to former President Donald Trump’s conviction on all 34 counts of falsifying business records; a look at the new SC DUI penalties now in the books; an update on who will be the new State Supreme Court justice; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 1, 2024: reaction to former…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1744</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Reason for the Hurricane Season</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 29, 2024: a look at some recent developments on the campaign trail; SC Emergency Management Director Kim Stenson chimes in on forecasters predicting above-average hurricane activity this season; we discuss a few of the bills Gov. Henry McMaster recently signed into law and three he vetoed; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 08:28:14 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-29/the-reason-for-the-hurricane-season</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Reason for the Hurricane Season</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 29, 2024: a look at some recent developments on the campaign trail; SC Emergency Management Director Kim Stenson chimes in on forecasters predicting above-average hurricane activity this season; we discuss a few of the bills Gov. Henry McMaster recently signed into law and three he vetoed; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 29, 2024: a look at some…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1785</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Gerrymandering SC (1)01</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 25, 2024: an update from SC Public Radio reporter Victoria Hansen on the 1st Congressional District Republican primary race; former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley comes around to the Trump train after being his final primary opponent; Gov. McMaster signed several bills into law this week, including a law with new penalties for drunk driving; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 25 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-25/gerrymandering-sc-101</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 25, 2024: an update from SC Public Radio reporter Victoria Hansen on the 1st Congressional District Republican primary race; former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley comes around to the Trump train after being his final primary opponent; Gov. McMaster signed several bills into law this week, including a law with new penalties for drunk driving; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 25, 2024: an update from SC…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1621</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Truth IS Out There -SLED</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 21, 2024: a look at the political calendar for the week; Sen. Tim Scott on VP speculation and his thoughts on RFK, Jr.; updates from the 1st and 4th congressional district primaries, including who isn’t debating ahead of the June 11 primary; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-21/the-truth-is-out-there-sled</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Truth IS Out There -SLED</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 21, 2024: a look at the political calendar for the week; Sen. Tim Scott on VP speculation and his thoughts on RFK, Jr.; updates from the 1st and 4th congressional district primaries, including who isn’t debating ahead of the June 11 primary; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 21, 2024: a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1545</itunes:duration>
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    <title>60 Years of Integration at USC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 18, 2024, we’re looking back at the 60th anniversary of racial integration of the University of South Carolina, the same week as the 70th anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court; Gavin Jackson’s April 19th conversation with USC history professor Dr. Bobby Donaldson and Dr. Henrie Monteith Treadwell; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-18/60-years-of-integration-at-usc</link>
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    <itunes:title>60 Years of Integration at USC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 18, 2024, we’re looking back at the 60th anniversary of racial integration of the University of South Carolina, the same week as the 70th anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court; Gavin Jackson’s April 19th conversation with USC history professor Dr. Bobby Donaldson and Dr. Henrie Monteith Treadwell; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 18, 2024, we’re looking back…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2083</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Lindsay Graham, Lloyd Austin? Oh Hail no</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 14, 2024: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was on Meet The Press on Sunday to discuss weapons shipments to Israel; Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin gave the commencement address to the South Carolina State University class of 2024; SC Public Radio reporter Scott Morgan brings us a report on the aftermath of that late April storm that severely damaged several homes in York County; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-14/lindsay-graham-lloyd-austin-oh-hail-no</link>
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    <itunes:title>Lindsay Graham, Lloyd Austin? Oh Hail no</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 14, 2024: we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was on Meet The Press on Sunday to discuss weapons shipments to Israel; Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin gave the commencement address to the South Carolina State University class of 2024; SC Public Radio reporter Scott Morgan brings us a report on the aftermath of that late April storm that severely damaged several homes in York County; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 14, 2024: we hear from Sen.…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2034</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Leders Never Say Sine Die!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 11, 2024: the final week of S.C. legislation for 2024 is in the books, so we take a look at what happened, what made it to the Governor, what’s still being worked on, and what died; we host a roundtable discussion featuring Jeffrey Collins of the Associated Press, Joe Bustos of The State Newspaper, Maayan Schechter of SC Public Radio, and Mary Green of WIS-TV; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 11 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-11/leders-never-say-sine-die</link>
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    <itunes:title>Leders Never Say Sine Die!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 11, 2024: the final week of S.C. legislation for 2024 is in the books, so we take a look at what happened, what made it to the Governor, what’s still being worked on, and what died; we host a roundtable discussion featuring Jeffrey Collins of the Associated Press, Joe Bustos of The State Newspaper, Maayan Schechter of SC Public Radio, and Mary Green of WIS-TV; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 11, 2024: the final week of…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1660</itunes:duration>
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    <title>I Saw the Sine Die</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 7, 2024: we look at the state of play heading into the final week of legislation; on network television, Sen. Tim Scott discussed running mate speculation and Rep. Jim Clyburn spoke on his presidential medal of freedom award; we catch up with head of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Tom Barkin, to talk about the economy, housing, inflation; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-07/i-saw-the-sine-die</link>
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    <itunes:title>I Saw the Sine Die</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 7, 2024: we look at the state of play heading into the final week of legislation; on network television, Sen. Tim Scott discussed running mate speculation and Rep. Jim Clyburn spoke on his presidential medal of freedom award; we catch up with head of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Tom Barkin, to talk about the economy, housing, inflation; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 7, 2024: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2072</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Sine Die Another Day</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 4, 2024: we look at a SC bill that prohibits gender affirming care for transgender students; we have the latest development on the state’s six week abortion law; Congressman Clyburn receives the presidential medal of freedom; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 04 May 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-05-04/sine-die-another-day</link>
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    <itunes:title>Sine Die Another Day</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 4, 2024: we look at a SC bill that prohibits gender affirming care for transgender students; we have the latest development on the state’s six week abortion law; Congressman Clyburn receives the presidential medal of freedom; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 4, 2024: we look at a SC…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1961</itunes:duration>
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    <title>May the 4th District Be With You</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 30, 2024: we fill you in on what’s happening during the final days of the SC Legislature; we take a deep dive on the 4th Congressional District Republican primary fight; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter brings you the latest on medical marijuana; Sen. Lindsey Graham talks about presidential immunity; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:36:36 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-30/may-the-4th-district-be-with-you</link>
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    <itunes:title>May the 4th District Be With You</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 30, 2024: we fill you in on what’s happening during the final days of the SC Legislature; we take a deep dive on the 4th Congressional District Republican primary fight; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter brings you the latest on medical marijuana; Sen. Lindsey Graham talks about presidential immunity; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 30, 2024: we fill you in…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1853</itunes:duration>
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    <title>1 Billion 800 Million Misplaced Dollars. How Do you Measure a Discrepancy? (It’s a RENT Joke)</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 27, 2024: we look at changes made by the Senate in their version of the state’s operating budget the chamber approved this week; we hear a songful testimony before a House judiciary subcommittee; we also talk with talk to Sen. Larry Grooms, who is leading an investigation into the $1.8 billion discrepancy on the state treasurer’s books; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-27/1-billion-800-million-misplaced-dollars-how-do-you-measure-a-discrepancy-its-a-rent-joke</link>
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    <itunes:title>1 Billion 800 Million Misplaced Dollars. How Do you Measure a Discrepancy? (It’s a RENT Joke)</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 27, 2024: we look at changes made by the Senate in their version of the state’s operating budget the chamber approved this week; we hear a songful testimony before a House judiciary subcommittee; we also talk with talk to Sen. Larry Grooms, who is leading an investigation into the $1.8 billion discrepancy on the state treasurer’s books; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 27, 2024: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1728</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Big Judicial Energy with Russ and Maayan</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 23, 2024: we catch you up on the U.S. House passing its foreign aid package and get reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the conflict; covering the Statehouse, Maayan Schechter and Russ McKinney discuss South Carolina’s judicial reform and elections, as well as energy production in the state; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-23/big-judicial-energy-with-russ-and-maayan</link>
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    <itunes:title>Big Judicial Energy with Russ and Maayan</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 23, 2024: we catch you up on the U.S. House passing its foreign aid package and get reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the conflict; covering the Statehouse, Maayan Schechter and Russ McKinney discuss South Carolina’s judicial reform and elections, as well as energy production in the state; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 23, 2024: we catch you up…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2108</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Billion dollar lost and found</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 20, 2024: the latest developments in the $1.8 billion discrepancy in a state treasury account; a Boeing whistleblower who testified on Capitol Hill over safety concerns about the North Charleston produced 787 jet; Congress’s upcoming vote on tens of billions in foreign aid; a discussion about the Ukrainian war with NPR Paris correspondent Eleanor Beardsley; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-20/billion-dollar-lost-and-found</link>
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    <itunes:title>Billion dollar lost and found</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 20, 2024: the latest developments in the $1.8 billion discrepancy in a state treasury account; a Boeing whistleblower who testified on Capitol Hill over safety concerns about the North Charleston produced 787 jet; Congress’s upcoming vote on tens of billions in foreign aid; a discussion about the Ukrainian war with NPR Paris correspondent Eleanor Beardsley; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 20, 2024: the latest…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2090</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Campaigns and Gains</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 16, 2024: host Gavin Jackson has a preview for what’s on tap this week at the S.C. Statehouse; he revisits his interview with USC economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen, continuing the conversation about the hot economy and jobs report that came out for March; Nikki Haley has a new gig; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-16/campaigns-and-gains</link>
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    <itunes:title>Campaigns and Gains</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 16, 2024: host Gavin Jackson has a preview for what’s on tap this week at the S.C. Statehouse; he revisits his interview with USC economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen, continuing the conversation about the hot economy and jobs report that came out for March; Nikki Haley has a new gig; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 16, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1599</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Putting the FUN in Perfunctory Session!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 13, 2024: we look at Crossover Week in the SC Statehouse, as we are less than a month away from the end of the legislative session; we also look at what the Senate Finance Committee’s version of the $13.8 billion state budget looks like with USC's research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-13/putting-the-fun-in-perfunctory-session</link>
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    <itunes:title>Putting the FUN in Perfunctory Session!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 13, 2024: we look at Crossover Week in the SC Statehouse, as we are less than a month away from the end of the legislative session; we also look at what the Senate Finance Committee’s version of the $13.8 billion state budget looks like with USC's research economist Dr. Joey Von Nessen; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 13, 2024: we look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1884</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Total Crossover Eclipse</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 9, 2024: we preview the week ahead in the SC Statehouse; we hear reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on former President Donald Trump’s plans to end the Russia-Ukraine war; we have a feature from Victoria Hansen on Charleston’s new mayor; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-09/total-crossover-eclipse</link>
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    <itunes:title>Total Crossover Eclipse</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 9, 2024: we preview the week ahead in the SC Statehouse; we hear reaction from Sen. Lindsey Graham on former President Donald Trump’s plans to end the Russia-Ukraine war; we have a feature from Victoria Hansen on Charleston’s new mayor; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 9, 2024: we preview the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1566</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Spring Breaking with Nancy Mace and Jim Clyburn</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this Spring Break episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 2, 2024: Gavin Jackson’s interview of Democratic Congressman Jim Clyburn and Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace, featured on This Week in South Carolina, where they discuss the falling of Maryland’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, and how it may impact the Port of Charleston.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-04-02/spring-breaking-with-nancy-mace-and-jim-clyburn</link>
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    <itunes:title>Spring Breaking with Nancy Mace and Jim Clyburn</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this Spring Break episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 2, 2024: Gavin Jackson’s interview of Democratic Congressman Jim Clyburn and Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace, featured on This Week in South Carolina, where they discuss the falling of Maryland’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, and how it may impact the Port of Charleston.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this Spring Break episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 2, 2024:…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1437</itunes:duration>






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    <title>DEI Hard</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 30, 2024: a utility bill that would fast track permitting of a natural gas line in the state; a bill that would outlaw diversity, equity and inclusion being used in hiring and admissions at public institutions of higher education; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was in Israel this week; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sun, 31 Mar 2024 12:31:34 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-31/dei-hard</link>
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    <itunes:title>DEI Hard</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 30, 2024: a utility bill that would fast track permitting of a natural gas line in the state; a bill that would outlaw diversity, equity and inclusion being used in hiring and admissions at public institutions of higher education; we hear from Sen. Lindsey Graham who was in Israel this week; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 30, 2024: a utility bill…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1749</itunes:duration>






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    <title>These Ears are Made for Markin’</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 26, 2024: we catch up with House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bruce Bannister; we check out what earmarks Sen. Lindsey Graham secured in the recently approved federal budget; we have a report from Victoria Hansen on North Charleston's new mayor, Reggie Burgess; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-26/these-ears-are-made-for-markin</link>
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    <itunes:title>These Ears are Made for Markin’</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 26, 2024: we catch up with House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Bruce Bannister; we check out what earmarks Sen. Lindsey Graham secured in the recently approved federal budget; we have a report from Victoria Hansen on North Charleston's new mayor, Reggie Burgess; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 26, 2024: we catch up with…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1658</itunes:duration>
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    <title>March Statehouse Madness</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 23, 2024: we catch up with Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press and Joe Bustos with The State newspaper to discuss news from the Statehouse; we look at the latest Fed decision to hold interest rates steady; we get a report from Scott Morgan on evictions in the state; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Mar 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-23/march-statehouse-madness</link>
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    <itunes:title>March Statehouse Madness</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 23, 2024: we catch up with Jeffrey Collins with the Associated Press and Joe Bustos with The State newspaper to discuss news from the Statehouse; we look at the latest Fed decision to hold interest rates steady; we get a report from Scott Morgan on evictions in the state; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 23, 2024: we catch up with…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1977</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Judiciary Spring Cleaning</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 19, 2024: a look at the Senate’s recently passed judicial reform bill; an update on a controversial Senate bill that would restrict how the state could respond to a future public health emergency; House Speaker Murrell Smith updates us on what the priorities are for his chamber with eight weeks left in the session; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-19/judiciary-spring-cleaning</link>
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    <itunes:title>Judiciary Spring Cleaning</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 19, 2024: a look at the Senate’s recently passed judicial reform bill; an update on a controversial Senate bill that would restrict how the state could respond to a future public health emergency; House Speaker Murrell Smith updates us on what the priorities are for his chamber with eight weeks left in the session; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 19, 2024: a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2068</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Big Budget Energy</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 16, 2024: we look at the $13.2 billion House-approved budget; we also have some primary news as the filing period for elections opens; SC Public Radio reporter Scott Morgan has an extended, in-depth look at build-to-rent housing; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-16/big-budget-energy</link>
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    <itunes:title>Big Budget Energy</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 16, 2024: we look at the $13.2 billion House-approved budget; we also have some primary news as the filing period for elections opens; SC Public Radio reporter Scott Morgan has an extended, in-depth look at build-to-rent housing; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 16, 2024: we look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2108</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Dog Days of Session</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 12, 2024: we look at Rep. Nancy Mace’s latest tangle, this time involving ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos; Sen. Lindsey Graham continues his calls for greater support for the Israel conflict; Russ McKinney reports on the renewed drama involving the state’s $3.5 billion accounting error; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-12/dog-days-of-session</link>
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    <itunes:title>Dog Days of Session</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 12, 2024: we look at Rep. Nancy Mace’s latest tangle, this time involving ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos; Sen. Lindsey Graham continues his calls for greater support for the Israel conflict; Russ McKinney reports on the renewed drama involving the state’s $3.5 billion accounting error; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 12, 2024: we look at Rep.…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2066</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Stupor Tuesday: Nikki Haley Calls it Quits</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 6, 2024: Nikki Haley, Republican presidential candidate and former governor, suspends her campaign following additional losses from Super Tuesday.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:24:09 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-06/stupor-tuesday-nikki-haley-calls-it-quits</link>
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    <itunes:title>Stupor Tuesday: Nikki Haley Calls it Quits</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 6, 2024: Nikki Haley, Republican presidential candidate and former governor, suspends her campaign following additional losses from Super Tuesday.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 6, 2024: Nikki Haley,…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2116</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Super Tuesday Super Sprint for Second</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 2, 2024: host Gavin Jackson checks in from Washington, D.C. and closes out his coverage the South Carolina 2024 Republican presidential primary.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 02 Mar 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-03-02/super-tuesday-super-sprint-for-second</link>
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    <itunes:title>Super Tuesday Super Sprint for Second</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 2, 2024: host Gavin Jackson checks in from Washington, D.C. and closes out his coverage the South Carolina 2024 Republican presidential primary.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for March 2, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1749</itunes:duration>
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    <title>There&#x27;s Something About Primary</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 27, 2024: we revisit the Republican presidential primary election night 2024.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-27/theres-something-about-primary</link>
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    <itunes:title>There&#x27;s Something About Primary</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 27, 2024: we revisit the Republican presidential primary election night 2024.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 27, 2024: we revisit…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1892</itunes:duration>
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    <title>SC Lede 2024 GOP Primary Radio Special</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this special edition of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: host Gavin Jackson is joined by Winthrop University's Scott Huffmon to discuss the 2024 South Carolina Republican Primary.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2024 18:42:06 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-24/sc-lede-2024-gop-primary-radio-special</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC Lede 2024 GOP Primary Radio Special</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this special edition of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: host Gavin Jackson is joined by Winthrop University's Scott Huffmon to discuss the 2024 South Carolina Republican Primary.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this special edition of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: host…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>3180</itunes:duration>
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    <title>SC Republican Primary: Today is the Day</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: producer A.T. Shire guest hosts this mini-podcast leading up to this afternoon’s live Lede presentation covering today’s S.C. Republican primary.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-24/sc-republican-primary-today-is-the-day</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC Republican Primary: Today is the Day</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: producer A.T. Shire guest hosts this mini-podcast leading up to this afternoon’s live Lede presentation covering today’s S.C. Republican primary.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 24, 2024: producer A.T.…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>A. T. Shire</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>688</itunes:duration>
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    <title>SC 2024 - The End of Days</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 20, 2024: host Gavin Jackson is back on the campaign trail with Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley; get the latest details for upcoming visits of former President Donald Trump to S.C.; hear analysis from Winthrop University Poll Director Scott Huffmon on his latest findings; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:02:39 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-20/sc-2024-the-end-of-days</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC 2024 - The End of Days</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 20, 2024: host Gavin Jackson is back on the campaign trail with Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley; get the latest details for upcoming visits of former President Donald Trump to S.C.; hear analysis from Winthrop University Poll Director Scott Huffmon on his latest findings; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 20, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2305</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Haley and Trump Battle For SC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2024: we spend Valentine’s Day with former President Donald Trump; we continue to crisscross the state following Nikki Haley’s bus tour; we catch you up on the biggest moves happening in the statehouse dealing with medical marijuana, guns, and booze; and more!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 17 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-17/haley-and-trump-battle-for-sc</link>
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    <itunes:title>Haley and Trump Battle For SC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2024: we spend Valentine’s Day with former President Donald Trump; we continue to crisscross the state following Nikki Haley’s bus tour; we catch you up on the biggest moves happening in the statehouse dealing with medical marijuana, guns, and booze; and more!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 17, 2024: we spend…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1965</itunes:duration>
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    <title>On The Bus With Nikki Haley</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 13, 2024: host Gavin Jackson sits down with former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley to discuss a wide-range of issues, including incendiary comments made by former President Donald Trump at his rally regarding NATO, and Haley’s husband, Michael, and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-13/on-the-bus-with-nikki-haley</link>
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    <itunes:title>On The Bus With Nikki Haley</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 13, 2024: host Gavin Jackson sits down with former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley to discuss a wide-range of issues, including incendiary comments made by former President Donald Trump at his rally regarding NATO, and Haley’s husband, Michael, and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 13, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2161</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Failed Joint Session</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2024: a look at some of the biggest moves in the statehouse this week.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 10 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-10/failed-joint-session</link>
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    <itunes:title>Failed Joint Session</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2024: a look at some of the biggest moves in the statehouse this week.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 10, 2024: a look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1873</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Post Democratic Primary Meg-Tacular</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 6, 2024: host Gavin Jackson talks with AP political reporter Meg Kinnard about the SC first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary won by Pres. Joe Biden on Saturday; a look at the latest on the Republican trail as we follow former SC Gov. Nikki Haley around the state, and expect to see former Pres. Donald Trump to visit sometime this week; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-06/post-democratic-primary-meg-tacular</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>Post Democratic Primary Meg-Tacular</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 6, 2024: host Gavin Jackson talks with AP political reporter Meg Kinnard about the SC first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary won by Pres. Joe Biden on Saturday; a look at the latest on the Republican trail as we follow former SC Gov. Nikki Haley around the state, and expect to see former Pres. Donald Trump to visit sometime this week; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 6, 2024: host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1234</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Finally First: The SC Democratic Primary</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2024: a look at the latest moves in the SC Statehouse, including bills that clamp down on social media and pornography; continuing coverage of Democratic First in the Nation primary on Feb. 3; on presidential campaign trail with former SC Gov. Nikki Haley; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-02-03/finally-first-the-sc-democratic-primary</link>
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    <itunes:title>Finally First: The SC Democratic Primary</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2024: a look at the latest moves in the SC Statehouse, including bills that clamp down on social media and pornography; continuing coverage of Democratic First in the Nation primary on Feb. 3; on presidential campaign trail with former SC Gov. Nikki Haley; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for February 3, 2024: a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1908</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Biden Wins! (the SC Primary)</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 30, 2024, host Gavin Jackson has your “Dem Pod,” recapping the major moments of this past month ahead of the first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary here in our state this Saturday, Feb. 3. We’ve seen multiple visits from the biggest names in the Democratic party, including Pres. Joe Biden and VP Kamala Harris.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-30/biden-wins-the-sc-primary</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>Biden Wins! (the SC Primary)</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 30, 2024, host Gavin Jackson has your “Dem Pod,” recapping the major moments of this past month ahead of the first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary here in our state this Saturday, Feb. 3. We’ve seen multiple visits from the biggest names in the Democratic party, including Pres. Joe Biden and VP Kamala Harris.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 30, 2024, host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2166</itunes:duration>
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    <title>S.C. Primary: Voters&#x27; Paradise</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forJanuary 27, 2024, SC Public Radio Reporter Maayan Schechter guest hosts. If you’re registered and voting in the SC Republican presidential primary on Feb. 24, this episode is for you! We’ve been exploring the GOP presidential primary, and why South Carolina is such an integral part of any candidate’s road to the White House.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-27/s-c-primary-voters-paradise</link>
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    <itunes:title>S.C. Primary: Voters&#x27; Paradise</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forJanuary 27, 2024, SC Public Radio Reporter Maayan Schechter guest hosts. If you’re registered and voting in the SC Republican presidential primary on Feb. 24, this episode is for you! We’ve been exploring the GOP presidential primary, and why South Carolina is such an integral part of any candidate’s road to the White House.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede forJanuary 27, 2024, SC Public Radio…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Maayan Schechter</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>947</itunes:duration>
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    <title>New Hampshire Results Show</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this bonus episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2024, a short New Hampshire aftermath pod: former President Donald Trump wins the NH Republican presidential primary; host Gavin Jackson takes a look at the numbers, hears from voters and the candidates, and gets some analysis from former Nikki Haley staffer Rob Godfrey!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:51:28 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-25/new-hampshire-results-show</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>New Hampshire Results Show</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this bonus episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2024, a short New Hampshire aftermath pod: former President Donald Trump wins the NH Republican presidential primary; host Gavin Jackson takes a look at the numbers, hears from voters and the candidates, and gets some analysis from former Nikki Haley staffer Rob Godfrey!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this bonus episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 25, 2024, a short…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1545</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Nikki Haley’s Comet</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 23, 2024, host Gavin Jackson continues the podcast from New Hampshire after a weekend of busy campaign activity: former President Donald Trump received some notable endorsements, including from FL Gov. Ron DeSantis; Judge Judy Sheindlin made a rally appearance in support of former SC Gov. Nikki Haley; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-23/nikki-haleys-comet</link>
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    <itunes:title>Nikki Haley’s Comet</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 23, 2024, host Gavin Jackson continues the podcast from New Hampshire after a weekend of busy campaign activity: former President Donald Trump received some notable endorsements, including from FL Gov. Ron DeSantis; Judge Judy Sheindlin made a rally appearance in support of former SC Gov. Nikki Haley; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 23, 2024, host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2257</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Lede Free or Die</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2024, host Gavin Jackson checks in from New Hampshire as he follows the campaign trail of former SC Gov. Nikki Haley ahead of the Jan. 23 Republican primary; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter has the latest from the SC Statehouse as week two of the legislative session wraps up; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-20/lede-free-or-die</link>
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    <itunes:title>Lede Free or Die</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2024, host Gavin Jackson checks in from New Hampshire as he follows the campaign trail of former SC Gov. Nikki Haley ahead of the Jan. 23 Republican primary; SC Public Radio’s Maayan Schechter has the latest from the SC Statehouse as week two of the legislative session wraps up; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 20, 2024, host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1761</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Raucous Caucus</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2024, it’s our “Iowa Pod.” Former President Trump had a major victory Monday night in Iowa, winning with a strong 51% majority, while FL Gov. Ron DeSantis narrowly edged out former SC Gov. Nikki Haley by two points to win the second spot; we have key Iowa takeaways, and what it means going forward to New Hampshire and South Carolina; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-17/raucous-caucus</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>Raucous Caucus</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2024, it’s our “Iowa Pod.” Former President Trump had a major victory Monday night in Iowa, winning with a strong 51% majority, while FL Gov. Ron DeSantis narrowly edged out former SC Gov. Nikki Haley by two points to win the second spot; we have key Iowa takeaways, and what it means going forward to New Hampshire and South Carolina; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 17, 2024, it’s our “Iowa…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1879</itunes:duration>
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    <title>All Eyes on Iowa</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2024, host Gavin Jackson checks in from the trail in Des Moines, IA, leading up to Caucus Day on January 15th. We’ll look at the big moments from the week as Republican presidential candidates make their final pitches to Iowans; check out our new survey to give us some Lede feedback; and more! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-13/all-eyes-on-iowa</link>
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    <itunes:title>All Eyes on Iowa</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2024, host Gavin Jackson checks in from the trail in Des Moines, IA, leading up to Caucus Day on January 15th. We’ll look at the big moments from the week as Republican presidential candidates make their final pitches to Iowans; check out our new survey to give us some Lede feedback; and more! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 13, 2024, host Gavin…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1993</itunes:duration>
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    <title>2024 Legislative Preview</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 9, 2024: our legislative preview for the 2024 legislative session, featuring guests Seanna Adcox, editor of the SC Daily Gazette, and James Pollard, Report for America corps member working with the Associated Press.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-09/2024-legislative-preview</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>2024 Legislative Preview</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 9, 2024: our legislative preview for the 2024 legislative session, featuring guests Seanna Adcox, editor of the SC Daily Gazette, and James Pollard, Report for America corps member working with the Associated Press.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 9, 2024: our legislative…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1503</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Coming in for a Soft Landing</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2024: a recap of the last few days, including the latest campaign trail moves for both the Republicans and Democrats; a look at who is spending what on ads and where; and former SC Governor Nikki Haley’s biggest SNAFU to date; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-06/coming-in-for-a-soft-landing</link>
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    <itunes:title>Coming in for a Soft Landing</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2024: a recap of the last few days, including the latest campaign trail moves for both the Republicans and Democrats; a look at who is spending what on ads and where; and former SC Governor Nikki Haley’s biggest SNAFU to date; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 6, 2024: a recap of the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1808</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Rise of Trump</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 2, 2024: it’s our 9th episode looking at the upcoming 2024 Republican presidential primary. We are wrapping up the history portion of our series by looking at the 2016 race, the last recent competitive Republican presidential primary; we look at how real estate billionaire and reality show TV star Donald Trump took the race, and world, by storm; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 19:02:03 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2024-01-02/the-rise-of-trump</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>The Rise of Trump</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 2, 2024: it’s our 9th episode looking at the upcoming 2024 Republican presidential primary. We are wrapping up the history portion of our series by looking at the 2016 race, the last recent competitive Republican presidential primary; we look at how real estate billionaire and reality show TV star Donald Trump took the race, and world, by storm; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for January 2, 2024: it’s our 9th…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1740</itunes:duration>
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    <title>2023 December to Remember Lede-a-Thon Year End Sales Event (0% APR Financing)</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this year end special episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 27, 2023, host Gavin Jackson and producer A.T. Shire discuss what's in and what's out in 2024.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-27/2023-december-to-remember-lede-a-thon-year-end-sales-event</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>2023 December to Remember Lede-a-Thon Year End Sales Event (0% APR Financing)</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this year end special episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 27, 2023, host Gavin Jackson and producer A.T. Shire discuss what's in and what's out in 2024.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this year end special episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 27,…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1018</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Twas the Night Before Econ Pod-mas</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[December 20, 2023: How the Palmetto State's economy fared in 2023 and a look at the year ahead from the USC Darla Moore School of Business's Economic Outlook Conference; comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the latest in the Middle East; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:01:24 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-20/twas-the-night-before-econ-pod-mas</link>
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    <itunes:title>Twas the Night Before Econ Pod-mas</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[December 20, 2023: How the Palmetto State's economy fared in 2023 and a look at the year ahead from the USC Darla Moore School of Business's Economic Outlook Conference; comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham on the latest in the Middle East; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[December 20, 2023: How the Palmetto State's economy fared in 2023 and a look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2239</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Breaking Sununu News!</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2023: major endorsement news for the Haley campaign out of New Hampshire; a look at the latest big polls out of Iowa 30 days away from caucus day; and host Gavin Jackson tags along with Americans for Prosperity Action as their team goes door-knocking in a Lowcountry neighborhood; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 16 Dec 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-16/breaking-sununu-news</link>
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    <author>gjackson@scetv.org (Gavin Jackson)</author>
    <itunes:title>Breaking Sununu News!</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2023: major endorsement news for the Haley campaign out of New Hampshire; a look at the latest big polls out of Iowa 30 days away from caucus day; and host Gavin Jackson tags along with Americans for Prosperity Action as their team goes door-knocking in a Lowcountry neighborhood; and more!Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 16, 2023: major…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2117</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Newt in 2012: The Streak is Broken</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2023 is the 8th in a series that takes a look at all things related to the upcoming 2024 Republican presidential primary.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-12/newt-in-2012-the-streak-is-broken</link>
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    <itunes:title>Newt in 2012: The Streak is Broken</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2023 is the 8th in a series that takes a look at all things related to the upcoming 2024 Republican presidential primary.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 12, 2023 is the 8th in a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1278</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Field Goes Nuclear on Nikki Haley</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2023: a recap and clips of the 4th Republican presidential primary that took place on Dec. 6 in Tuscaloosa; analysis of the debate with Nikki Haley’s former Chief of Staff, Rob Godfrey; and more.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-09/the-field-goes-nuclear-on-nikki-haley</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Field Goes Nuclear on Nikki Haley</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2023: a recap and clips of the 4th Republican presidential primary that took place on Dec. 6 in Tuscaloosa; analysis of the debate with Nikki Haley’s former Chief of Staff, Rob Godfrey; and more.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 9, 2023: a recap and…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2264</itunes:duration>
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    <title> All&#x27;s NOT Quiet on the DeSantis Front</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 5, 2023 features a look at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s recent swing through the Palmetto State; the 4th Republican debate coming up on Wednesday; Sen. Lindsey Graham’s take on the Israel-Hamas conflict; and more.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-05/alls-not-quiet-on-the-desantis-front</link>
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    <itunes:title> All&#x27;s NOT Quiet on the DeSantis Front</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 5, 2023 features a look at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s recent swing through the Palmetto State; the 4th Republican debate coming up on Wednesday; Sen. Lindsey Graham’s take on the Israel-Hamas conflict; and more.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 5, 2023 features a look at…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1715</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Nikki Haley: Hypebeast of the Southeast</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2023: a trip on the campaign trail to Bluffton, SC with former Gov. Nikki Haley. We hear from the people who attended her record-setting rally on Monday and take a look at developments in her campaign, including a major endorsement, and her new ad campaign in several early-voting states.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-12-02/nikki-haley-hypebeast-of-the-southeast</link>
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    <itunes:title>Nikki Haley: Hypebeast of the Southeast</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2023: a trip on the campaign trail to Bluffton, SC with former Gov. Nikki Haley. We hear from the people who attended her record-setting rally on Monday and take a look at developments in her campaign, including a major endorsement, and her new ad campaign in several early-voting states.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 2, 2023: a trip on the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1912</itunes:duration>






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    <title>McCain vs South Carolina</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 29, 2023 is the 7th in a series that focuses on the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary. Host Gavin Jackson takes a look at who won, and how they did it, during the 2008, 2012, and 2016 campaigns.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:02:19 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-29/mccain-vs-south-carolina</link>
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    <itunes:title>McCain vs South Carolina</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 29, 2023 is the 7th in a series that focuses on the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary. Host Gavin Jackson takes a look at who won, and how they did it, during the 2008, 2012, and 2016 campaigns.Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 29, 2023 is the 7th in a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1740</itunes:duration>
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    <title>It’s Giving Thanksgiving</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 25, 2023 is a dedicated episode dealing with education, and host Gavin Jackson’s recent interview with State Superintended of Education, Ellen Weaver.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-25/its-giving-thanksgiving</link>
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    <itunes:title>It’s Giving Thanksgiving</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 25, 2023 is a dedicated episode dealing with education, and host Gavin Jackson’s recent interview with State Superintended of Education, Ellen Weaver.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 25, 2023 is a dedicated…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1784</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Katrina Shealy: Courage in the Face of Peer Pressure</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 21, 2023 features: part of host Gavin Jackson’s conversation with Lexington Republican Senator Katrina Shealy; a conversation between SC Public Radio reporters Maayan Schechter and Russ McKinney about judicial reform being debated in the SC Statehouse; the future of the energy industry here in the Palmetto State; and reporter Scott Morgan with a look at a Greenville County ordinance on protesting.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-21/katrina-shealy-courage-in-the-face-of-peer-pressure</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 21, 2023 features: part of host Gavin Jackson’s conversation with Lexington Republican Senator Katrina Shealy; a conversation between SC Public Radio reporters Maayan Schechter and Russ McKinney about judicial reform being debated in the SC Statehouse; the future of the energy industry here in the Palmetto State; and reporter Scott Morgan with a look at a Greenville County ordinance on protesting.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 21, 2023 features: part of…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2117</itunes:duration>
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    <title>100 Days til SC 2024</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2023 features: a look at the abrupt movements shaking up the 2024 field, now that we’re less than 100 days until the First in the South Republican Presidential Primary; a check-in with AP national politics reporter Meg Kinard; a look at upcoming campaign trail visits from Nikki Haley and Donald Trump; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-18/100-days-til-sc-2024</link>
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    <itunes:title>100 Days til SC 2024</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2023 features: a look at the abrupt movements shaking up the 2024 field, now that we’re less than 100 days until the First in the South Republican Presidential Primary; a check-in with AP national politics reporter Meg Kinard; a look at upcoming campaign trail visits from Nikki Haley and Donald Trump; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 18, 2023 features: a look…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2138</itunes:duration>
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    <title>SC 2024: Why We Love to Hate Polls</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this 6th SC 2024 episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 14, 2023, host Gavin Jackson takes a look at polling: love it, hate it, we all devour it! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-14/sc-2024-why-we-love-to-hate-polls</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC 2024: Why We Love to Hate Polls</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this 6th SC 2024 episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 14, 2023, host Gavin Jackson takes a look at polling: love it, hate it, we all devour it! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this 6th SC 2024 episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 14, 2023,…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1106</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Miami Heat: Haley vs DeSantis vs Etc</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2023, a look at the third Republican presidential debate with analysis by reporter Meg Kinnard of the Associated Press and Alex Strohman, Republican strategist and former Director of the SC Republican Party; a rundown of the big local election wins; and deciphering what the actions in Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia during this off-year election could mean for November 2024.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 11 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-11/miami-heat-haley-vs-desantis-vs-etc</link>
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    <itunes:title>Miami Heat: Haley vs DeSantis vs Etc</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2023, a look at the third Republican presidential debate with analysis by reporter Meg Kinnard of the Associated Press and Alex Strohman, Republican strategist and former Director of the SC Republican Party; a rundown of the big local election wins; and deciphering what the actions in Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia during this off-year election could mean for November 2024.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 11, 2023, a look at the…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2094</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Mean Girls Take Miami</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 7, 2023, the third Republican presidential debate takes place tonight in Miami; the South Carolina “first in the nation” Democratic presidential primary happens on Feb. 3; and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis scores a major endorsement.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-07/mean-girls-take-miami</link>
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    <itunes:title>Mean Girls Take Miami</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 7, 2023, the third Republican presidential debate takes place tonight in Miami; the South Carolina “first in the nation” Democratic presidential primary happens on Feb. 3; and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis scores a major endorsement.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 7, 2023, the third…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1892</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Lindsay Graham Slams Blockade</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[November 4, 2023 — News out of Washington from Sen. Lindsey Graham and Rep. Jim Clyburn; the ongoing efforts to address domestic violence in our state; comments from former Gov. Nikki Haley, who is now officially on S.C.’s ballot; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-11-04/sc-lede-lindsay-graham-slams-blockade</link>
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    <itunes:title>Lindsay Graham Slams Blockade</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[November 4, 2023 — News out of Washington from Sen. Lindsey Graham and Rep. Jim Clyburn; the ongoing efforts to address domestic violence in our state; comments from former Gov. Nikki Haley, who is now officially on S.C.’s ballot; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[November 4, 2023 — News out of Washington from Sen. Lindsey Graham and Rep. Jim…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1843</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Dirty Tricks &amp; Politics</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[October 31, 2023 — We take a look at the unsavory part of the campaigning process: the dirty tricks and the negative campaigning that, among other things, gives politics a bad name.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-31/sc-lede-dirty-tricks-politics</link>
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    <itunes:title>Dirty Tricks &amp; Politics</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[October 31, 2023 — We take a look at the unsavory part of the campaigning process: the dirty tricks and the negative campaigning that, among other things, gives politics a bad name.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[October 31, 2023 — We take a look at the unsavory part of the campaigning…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1344</itunes:duration>
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    <title>South of Spooky Halloween Special</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this bonus edition of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2023, a special treat from Gavin Jackson and A.T. Shire! Enjoy this encore presentation of “South of Spooky,” featuring one of their favorite episodes in the series.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-29/south-of-spooky-halloween-special</link>
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    <itunes:title>South of Spooky Halloween Special</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this bonus edition of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2023, a special treat from Gavin Jackson and A.T. Shire! Enjoy this encore presentation of “South of Spooky,” featuring one of their favorite episodes in the series.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this bonus edition of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2023, a…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson, A. T. Shire</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2200</itunes:duration>
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    <title>The Lede Goes Local</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2023 is dedicated to local elections and we take that deep dive with South Carolina Public Radio’s Scott Morgan and his in-depth report on why turnout is so low in local elections.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-28/the-lede-goes-local</link>
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    <itunes:title>The Lede Goes Local</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2023 is dedicated to local elections and we take that deep dive with South Carolina Public Radio’s Scott Morgan and his in-depth report on why turnout is so low in local elections.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 28, 2023 is dedicated to…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2172</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Lindsay Graham Goes to Israel</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 24, 2023: Sen. Lindsey Graham’s trip to Israel; Rep. Jim Clyburn’s thoughts on the Republican speakership; how SC’s six-week abortion ban is affecting pregnant women; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-24/lindsay-graham-goes-to-israel</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 24, 2023: Sen. Lindsey Graham’s trip to Israel; Rep. Jim Clyburn’s thoughts on the Republican speakership; how SC’s six-week abortion ban is affecting pregnant women; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 24, 2023: Sen. Lindsey…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1819</itunes:duration>
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    <title>SC Lede: International Lede</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2023, the latest news on the Israeli-Gaza war; we also hit the campaign trail with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in Rock Hill.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Oct 2023 08:40:59 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-21/sc-lede-international-lede</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC Lede: International Lede</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2023, the latest news on the Israeli-Gaza war; we also hit the campaign trail with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in Rock Hill.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 21, 2023, the latest…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2006</itunes:duration>
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    <title>How to Run a Campaign in SC</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[October 17, 2023 — We continue our series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a deep dive into the strategy behind campaigns. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-17/sc-lede-how-to-run-a-campaign-in-sc</link>
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    <itunes:title>How to Run a Campaign in SC</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[October 17, 2023 — We continue our series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a deep dive into the strategy behind campaigns. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[October 17, 2023 — We continue our series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>1177</itunes:duration>
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    <title>SC01 Goes to the Supreme Court</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[October 14, 2023 — A recap of this week's US Supreme Court hearing about South Carolina's redrawn 1st congressional district map that a lower court ruled was racially gerrymandered; the results of the latest Winthrop Poll; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 14 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-14/sc-lede-sc01-goes-to-the-supreme-court</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC01 Goes to the Supreme Court</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[October 14, 2023 — A recap of this week's US Supreme Court hearing about South Carolina's redrawn 1st congressional district map that a lower court ruled was racially gerrymandered; the results of the latest Winthrop Poll; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[October 14, 2023 — A recap of this week's US Supreme Court hearing about South…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2336</itunes:duration>






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    <title>No One Paints Nancy Mace in a Corner</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[October 10, 2023 — A look at U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace's vote last week to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy; updates from Sen. Tim Scott's recent presidential campaign stops; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-10/sc-lede-no-one-paints-nancy-mace-in-a-corner</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[October 10, 2023 — A look at U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace's vote last week to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy; updates from Sen. Tim Scott's recent presidential campaign stops; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[October 10, 2023 — A look at U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace's vote last week to oust…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2064</itunes:duration>
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    <title>ECON POD ACTIVATED</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[October 7, 2023 — A look at the current strength of the Palmetto State's economy; a deep dive into the status of South Carolina's housing market; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-07/sc-lede-econ-pod-activated</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[October 7, 2023 — A look at the current strength of the Palmetto State's economy; a deep dive into the status of South Carolina's housing market; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[October 7, 2023 — A look at the current strength of the Palmetto State's…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1942</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Who are the SC GOP Primary Voters? Part 2</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[October 3, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a look at the divisions that exist Palmetto State's party. While the Republican electorate varies ideologically from one part of the state to the next, overall South Carolina is fairly representative of the national party. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-10-03/sc-lede-who-are-the-sc-gop-primary-voters-part-2</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[October 3, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a look at the divisions that exist Palmetto State's party. While the Republican electorate varies ideologically from one part of the state to the next, overall South Carolina is fairly representative of the national party. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[October 3, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1389</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Scott Gets Spicy, Haley Gets Heated</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 30, 2023 — Recap and analysis of the second Republican presidential debate, including a breakdown of exchanges between the Palmetto State's homegrown hopefuls, Nikki Haley and Tim Scott. 

Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! 

You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-30/sc-lede-scott-gets-spicy-haley-gets-heated</link>
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    <itunes:title>Scott Gets Spicy, Haley Gets Heated</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 30, 2023 — Recap and analysis of the second Republican presidential debate, including a breakdown of exchanges between the Palmetto State's homegrown hopefuls, Nikki Haley and Tim Scott. 

Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! 

You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow the show on Twitter @SCLedePod.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 30, 2023 — Recap and analysis of the second Republican presidential…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2569</itunes:duration>
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    <title>A Whale of a Trump Rally in Summerville</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 26, 2023 — We hear from former President Donald Trump and his supporters at a campaign stop in Summerville this week; what the end of American Recovery Plan Act childcare funds could mean for South Carolinians; and more.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:05:46 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-26/sc-lede-a-whale-of-a-trump-rally-in-summerville</link>
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    <itunes:title>A Whale of a Trump Rally in Summerville</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 26, 2023 — We hear from former President Donald Trump and his supporters at a campaign stop in Summerville this week; what the end of American Recovery Plan Act childcare funds could mean for South Carolinians; and more.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 26, 2023 — We hear from former President Donald Trump and his…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1772</itunes:duration>






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    <title>DC Lede: Republicans in Disarray</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 23, 2023 — A look at the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden; updates from state health officials on the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory virus season; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-23/sc-lede-dc-lede-republicans-in-disarray</link>
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    <itunes:title>DC Lede: Republicans in Disarray</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 23, 2023 — A look at the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden; updates from state health officials on the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory virus season; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 23, 2023 — A look at the impeachment inquiry into President Joe…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2105</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Who are the SC GOP Primary Voters? Part 1: Regions</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 19, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a look at the people who make up the voting base and the regions in which they reside. South Carolina is home to folks who make the state Republican Party a cross-section of ideologies and priorities that have helped the state chose the Republican nominee nearly every primary since 1980. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-19/sc-lede-who-are-the-sc-gop-primary-voters-part-1-regions</link>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 19, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican presidential primary with a look at the people who make up the voting base and the regions in which they reside. South Carolina is home to folks who make the state Republican Party a cross-section of ideologies and priorities that have helped the state chose the Republican nominee nearly every primary since 1980. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 19, 2023 — We continue our special series dedicated to the 2024 South…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1212</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Abortion: Finding Common Ground</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 16, 2023 — SC Public Radio's Scott Morgan joins us with a special report detailing the lasting impacts of abortion for four South Carolina women. As always, feel free to leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 16 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-16/sc-lede-abortion-finding-common-ground</link>
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    <itunes:title>Abortion: Finding Common Ground</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 16, 2023 — SC Public Radio's Scott Morgan joins us with a special report detailing the lasting impacts of abortion for four South Carolina women. As always, feel free to leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 16, 2023 — SC Public Radio's Scott Morgan joins us with a special…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>2082</itunes:duration>






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    <title>Graham Jury</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 12, 2023 — Sen. Lindsey Graham's reaction to the news that he was recommended for an indictment in the Georgia 2020 election investigation but ultimately not pursued; recent comments from South Carolina's 2024 GOP presidential candidates; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-12/sc-lede-graham-jury</link>
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    <itunes:title>Graham Jury</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 12, 2023 — Sen. Lindsey Graham's reaction to the news that he was recommended for an indictment in the Georgia 2020 election investigation but ultimately not pursued; recent comments from South Carolina's 2024 GOP presidential candidates; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 12, 2023 — Sen. Lindsey Graham's reaction to the news that he was…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1669</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Nikki Haley Plays the Hits</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 10, 2023 — A recap of a former Gov. Nikki Haley's recent campaign stop in the Upstate; a look at the 2024 elections; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Sat, 09 Sep 2023 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-09/sc-lede-nikki-haley-plays-the-hits</link>
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    <itunes:title>Nikki Haley Plays the Hits</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 10, 2023 — A recap of a former Gov. Nikki Haley's recent campaign stop in the Upstate; a look at the 2024 elections; and more. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 10, 2023 — A recap of a former Gov. Nikki Haley's recent campaign…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1826</itunes:duration>






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    <title>SC 2024: What Makes SC So Important?</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[September 5, 2023 — We begin a special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican primary, the history of our state's role in the national conversation, and what makes the first-in-the-South primary so integral to the road to the White House. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:27:24 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/podcast/south-carolina-lede/2023-09-05/sc-lede-sc-2024-what-makes-sc-so-important</link>
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    <itunes:title>SC 2024: What Makes SC So Important?</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[September 5, 2023 — We begin a special series dedicated to the 2024 South Carolina Republican primary, the history of our state's role in the national conversation, and what makes the first-in-the-South primary so integral to the road to the White House. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[September 5, 2023 — We begin a special series dedicated to the 2024 South…]]></itunes:subtitle>
<itunes:author>Gavin Jackson</itunes:author>
<itunes:duration>1616</itunes:duration>
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