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 • 130 episodes
Bourbon in The Back Room
Latest Episodes
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
The Sane vs the Insane - with Guest Representative Justin Bamberg
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Justin Bamberg, from Bamberg County, to discuss representing a small county, Justin's background and family, his practice as an attorney, becoming a civil rights lawyer, the unfortunate shift...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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1:03:16
Education and Public Works - With Guest Representative Shannon Erickson and Andrew Wylam
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Shannon Erickson, chairman of the House Education and Public Works Committee, and discuss education in SC, early childhood care, key issues in public safety, autism care, and so much more! Hear about SC’s p...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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1:00:36
