Bourbon in The Back Room
An inside look at politics with Senators Sheheen and Lourie. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the important, fun, and sometimes weird world of South Carolina Politics. Learn how the laws that impact your life every day get made and find a unique perspective on connections around the state!
Podcasting since 2021 • 117 episodes
Bourbon in The Back Room
Latest Episodes
The Morning After - National, State, and Local Elections with Guest, Maayan Schechter
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, journalist extraordinaire, Maayan Schechter to discuss the landmark elections occurring at local, State, and national levels in the United States. Hear insider takes on the national elections, who ...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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42:54
Race in Politics with Guest, Professor Bobby Donaldson
Vincent and Joel sit down with our guest, Professor Bobby Donaldson, director of USC’s Center for Civil Rights History, to take a deep dive into the impact of race, ethnicity, and history on today’s political scene. Learn about politic...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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1:25:28
Election Updates, School Vouchers, and Potential Legislation - with Special Co-Host Mary Green
Joel sits down with Mary Green, reporter for WIS, WCSC, WHNS, WMBF, WTOC, WRDW, and WBTV. Joel and Mary break down various upcoming State and National elections, including the hotly contested Bauer-Finlay and Ott-Guerry races. Then,...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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1:02:20
South Carolina Department of Corrections and SC's Low Recidivism Rate - Guest, Director of SCDC, Bryan Stirling
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, SCDC Director Bryan Stirling, and discuss the status of SCDC, Bryan's interesting background as an attorney, declining crime rates, how we got the LOWEST recidivism rate in the country, SC plans for improve...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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1:04:18
The Carolinas - Heated Political Races and Statewide Updates - With Guest N.C. Representative Zack Hawkins
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, North Carolina House member, Zack Hawkins to discuss southern politics, N.C.'s changing political dynamics, and the heated battle for N.C.'s Governor seat. Hear about both states' public schools, funding, h...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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49:25
