Vincent and Joel sit down with SC native and national political pollster Robert Cahaly to discuss the Midterm Elections, how their polls have such a high rate of successful prediction, how to ask the right questions, and democrat’s secret to successful grass roots mobilization. 
They talk through the nuances of political
Polling, what it’s actually useful for, and so much more! 

Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand about  the Statehouse’s restructuring, the new class of candidates, and continued republican domination. 

Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C. 

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Vincent and Joel sit down with FITS News founder and one of South Carolina's premier journalists Will Folks to talk through the recent Midterm Elections, Why the Governor's race was so one sided, gerrymandered- anti-competitive - districts, S.C.'s future in the legislature, why state democrats lost by such landslides, how the 2024 presidential race is shaping up, and so much more. 

Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's controversial bills. 

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 Vincent and Joel sit down with Governor Dick Riley to discuss his career in politics, how he became Governor of South Carolina, His appointment to United States Secretary of Education, his lifelong dedication to improving education, and how he helped shape South Carolina's political landscape for the better. 

They discuss the Governor's rejection of an appointment to the United States Supreme Court - a seat Justice Ginsburg was later appointed to, his early life in rural South Carolina, and how Greenville has changed over the last 80 years.  

Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at South Carolina's political history and pay tribute to one of the greatest public servants South Carolina has ever seen.  

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Vincent and Joel sit down with University of South Carolina's President Emeritus, Dr. Harris Pastides to break down how he led the University out of crises in 2008 and into record growth in enrollment, new levels of academic success, a billion-dollar fundraising campaign, and a tradition of camaraderie and selfie taking. Hear about the amazing life that led Dr. Pastides to his presidency at USC.  

They discuss the problems with USC's board of trustees, why South Carolina does not fund its public institutions, how that causes tuition to be at record highs, and hear insightful questions from the Honor's College.  

Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at South Carolina's public universities and their triumphs and tribulations. 

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 Vincent and Joel sit down with South Carolina 1st Congressional District Candidate, Pediatrician, and political newcomer Doctor Annie Andrews. They discuss her path into politics, her background and life practicing medicine, her passion for helping children, the trust she has built in her community, and her powerful dedication to healthcare, advocacy, and equity for South Carolinians. They breakdown her reasons for running for office, what she hopes to change about gun violence, children's education, and so much more as they walk through her impressive campaign and her opposition's abhorrent rhetoric about the healthcare she provides. 

Hear how a newcomer enters the political arena in South Carolina and get an inside perspective on what it's like to run for office. 

Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's controversial bills. 

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Vincent and Joel sit down with Republican Senator Tom Davis and Democratic Senator Margie Bright Matthews for an in-depth discussion of the hazardous political waters of Abortion legislation, how both Republicans and Democrats are approaching the issue with more nuance, the impact it may have on important races, election staff quitting, how national political climate impacts S.C . extremes, the real reason there are less political Debates, a discussion of the Judicial ruling on the S.C. Death Penalty, and so much more. 

Hear two insiders tell us what's actually happening behind the scenes at our state capital.

Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's controversial bills. 

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 Vincent and Joel sit down with the legendary I.S. Leevy Johnson to break down what it was like growing up in segregated South Carolina, how he and his family helped revolutionize S.C.'s political, business, legal, and cultural landscape, why S.C. had a generation of skilled forward thinking leaders, what has caused the current vitriolic cultural atmosphere, and how we can fix the United State's voting systems. 
Hear an insiders take on our troubled history and what it takes to triumph in systems of extreme adversity. 

Hear what divides us and learn how we can begin to bring people together again. 

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 Vincent and Joel sit down with Senator Katrina Shealy (R) for a discussion on SC politics, the upcoming Special Session and what will happen there, the future of abortion in SC, how the four new animal members of the Senator's family are doing, Child I.D. kits in school, Why the NFL recognized Senator Shealy, What is happening with our Foster System, and so much more. The Senators discuss Lindsey Graham's recent controversies, the latest news, and give real perspective on today's most pressing issues. 
Hear an insider tell us what actually is happening behind the scenes at our state capital!

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Vincent and Joel sit down with powerhouse political manager and the chairman of the South Carolina Democratic party to discuss what he does behind the scenes, his incredible career managing high impact political races, recent controversies surrounding democratic candidates, how to win elections in South Carolina, and what it will take to turn SC Purple - all while enjoying BITBR's most expensive bourbon to date!
Hear an insider tell us what actually is happening behind the scenes at our state capital.

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 Vincent and Joel sit down with Esteemed political consultant Wes Donehue to discuss how ad hominem rhetoric has become increasingly popular and effective, how he saved Sea World's reputation, how to deal with cancel culture, and the benefits and detriments that such culture is having on our society. Wes shares a behind the scenes look at what politicians are thinking with their messaging and tells us his predictions on SC's hot button issues like abortion, medical marijuana, gay marriage, and so much more.  
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