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Understand SC is a weekly podcast from The Post and Courier bringing you the biggest stories shaping our state. Featuring in-depth conversations with reporters and original interviews with newsmakers,... more
FAQs about Understand SC:How many episodes does Understand SC have?The podcast currently has 150 episodes available.
November 19, 2020Uncovering untold stories at 4 historic sites in CharlestonWe peeled back some of the layers of Charleston's past to visit four places featured in "Forsaken History," a project from reporter Jennifer Berry Hawes. Each site was explained by a descendant or a historian who detailed the true events that occurred there....more59minPlay
November 12, 2020Charleston's next sheriff talks reform after wave of new sheriffs elected in SCIn the wake of scandals, South Carolina voters ushered in a likely record wave of new sheriffs last week. For our final Election 2020 episode, we took a closer look at those races and talked to Charleston County's next sheriff, Kristin Graziano, who will be the first woman to hold the office in the state's history. Listen now for more....more34minPlay
November 05, 2020Breaking down Mace, Graham wins and South Carolina's GOP sweepThis week, we're talking about the state's biggest election results: what happened, how they differed from experts' predictions and what they mean for South Carolinians on both sides of the political aisle. Listen now to learn more....more42minPlay
October 29, 2020What South Carolinians need to know as Election Day nearsThis week, we're answering your questions about voting and taking a closer look at South Carolina's record-breaking early turnout. Whether you already have your "I Voted" sticker or haven't cast your ballot yet, listen now to learn more about what the Palmetto State's election season looks like in 2020....more33minPlay
October 22, 2020A closer look at Cunningham and Mace's race for SC's 1st districtDemocratic U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham and Republican challenger state Rep. Nancy Mace are both hoping to make political history this Nov. 3 in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. Political reporter Thomas Novelly joins us to give us a closer look at who these candidates are and what's at stake in this race....more31minPlay
October 15, 2020Breaking down the Senate race between Graham and HarrisonIn this episode, we break down what happened to make South Carolina's U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Lindsey Graham and Democratic challenger Jaime Harrison one of the most closely-watched and competitive contests in the 2020 Election....more34minPlay
October 08, 2020Rising cost of living in CharlestonCharleston County is the most expensive place in South Carolina for low-income individuals to live. We talked to reporter Andrew Brown about how much someone needs to make to pay for basic necessities here, and reporter Fleming Smith joined us to share how one local group is helping women experiencing homelessness....more32minPlay
October 01, 2020College football during the pandemicCollege football is underway here in the Palmetto State. Whether you're a Tigers or a Gamecocks fan, there's not secret this season will be unlike any other. On the show this week, we talk with USC sports reporter David Cloninger and Johsua Needelman who covers Clemson sports about how the ongoing pandemic is changing college football in S.C....more31minPlay
September 24, 2020State logs over 3,000 COVID deaths, hospital workers feel 'spiritual toll'Last week South Carolina surpassed 3,000 COVID-19 deaths. This week we talked with projects editor Glenn Smith who has been keeping a timeline of events throughout the pandemic. We spoke with faith and values reporter Rickey Dennis Jr. about the 'spiritual toll' hospital workers are facing....more28minPlay
September 17, 2020'There will be teachers that resign': First week back at schools brings questions, stressFor much of South Carolina, last Tuesday, Sept. 8, was the first day of school. This week on the podcast, we talked with education reporter Jenna Schiferl and a teacher at Wando High School about how the first week back went and the many questions to come as districts transition to more in-person learning....more31minPlay
FAQs about Understand SC:How many episodes does Understand SC have?The podcast currently has 150 episodes available.