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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!

Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier in Charleston, SC.

Mike Switzer interviews John McDermott, business editor of the Post and Courier in Charleston, SC.

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!

Guest Jessica Holdman, a reporter with the South Carolina Daily Gazette, tells us that the new gas plant planned for Canadys has significantly increased cost estimates.

Guest Jessica Holdman, a reporter with the South Carolina Daily Gazette, tells us that the new gas plant planned for Canadys has significantly increased cost estimates.

A Swiss company specializing in battery technology has announced plans to open their US headquarters in Columbia, SC.

A Swiss company specializing in battery technology has announced plans to open their US headquarters in Columbia, SC.

Host Mike Switzer and business editor Alan Cooper discuss the recent SC energy bill and how our neighbor, Canada, views our economic energy.

Host Mike Switzer and business editor Alan Cooper discuss the recent SC energy bill and how our neighbor, Canada, views our economic energy.