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 • 132 episodes
Bourbon in The Back Room
Latest Episodes
Modern Political Culture and How the Sausage Gets Made - with Guest Representative Gil Gatch (R)
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Gil Gatch, to discuss his life and politics in the low country, his background as a musician, pastor, lawyer, and politician, how the legislature really functions, and so much more! ...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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1:00:45
The Path into Politics and An Attempt to Reduce Recovery Rights for Injury Victims - with Senator Overture Walker
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, new Senator Overture Walker, to discuss his family roots in Sumter, his education at U.S.C., how he got his start in Politics, his goals for his tenure as a Senator, how it feels being in the super minority...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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51:57
LIVE! SINE DIE 2025 - Legislators Come Down for a Drink
Sine Die and the end of session create a fervor of activity at the State's Capital! Vincent and Joel sit down and have a few drinks at Tin Roof across from the Capitol Building. As Senators and Representatives finish up session, they walk acros...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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1:42:58
LIVE! with the Leadership Columbia Class of 2025 - Guest Harry Lightsey III, SC Secretary of Commerce
Vincent and Joel sit down LIVE with SC Secretary of Commerce, Harry Lightsey III, before the Leadership Columbia class of 2025 in the Palmetto Club. Hear the famous segment "Bourbon Briefs" where the senators recap the most recent events in the...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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57:08
Making a Difference and Listening to Constituents - with Representative Nathan Ballentine (R)
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Nathan Ballentine, to talk about updates on the legislative session, his years of public service, how he got into politics, and his extraordinary flag football expertise. Hear what vot...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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1:00:53
