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“R” is for Ravenel, Edmund (1797-1871). Physician, naturalist.

A listener finds a puffer fish...

All parts of the plants have compounds that are toxic to humans (not native wildlife). Fortunately, heat destroys the dangerous chemicals the seeds in the ripe fruit contain so you can make delicious wine or pies with them.

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 5, 2021: a look at the latest COVID-19 data in the state; an update on the new state budget currently working its way through the SC House of Representatives; another Democratic candidate joins the 2022 gubernatorial race; and more.

“M” is for Manchester State Forest. Located in Sumter County, SC.

When the dance known as the waltz first became popular in Europe in the late 1700's and early 1800's, it was considered by many observers to be the…

On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for June 19, 2021, we look at the finalized state budget SC lawmakers agreed to this week, take the pulse of the Palmetto State's economic recovery, hear the latest on the highly contagious Delta variant of COVID-19, and more.

On this episode of Spoleto Backstage, we speak with Jessica Meyer, violist and 2021 Spoleto Chamber Music Series composer in residence, and hear her compositions featured in this year's series. We're also joined by violinist Livia Sohn, for whom Meyer wrote the new composition "From Our Ashes," to chat about the piece and returning to public performance after personal setbacks.

“K” is for Kiawah Island

This week on Walter Edgar’s Journal, John S. Sledge’s talks with Walter about his book, The Gulf of Mexico: A Maritime History (2021, USC Press). In it, Sledge presents a compelling, salt-streaked narrative of the earth's tenth largest body of water. In this beautifully written and illustrated volume, Sledge explores the people, ships, and cities that have made the Gulf's human history and culture so rich.