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  • It’s an Absolutely Ludicrous Thing to Do! (Part 2) (with Michanna Tate and Jessica Beasley)

    It’s an Absolutely Ludicrous Thing to Do! (Part 2) (with Michanna Tate and Jessica Beasley)
    2026/07/15
    We’re back for a second helping with our panel of three South Carolina State House Candidates: Dr. Jumelle Brooks, Michanna Tate and Jessica Beasley! We dive into a variety of current issues and news items that impact South Carolinians.You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.(00:00:00) Introduction (00:04:28) Rural HealthcareSouth Carolina Health Report [America’s Health Rankings]SC rural hospital asks legislators to enact safety net in preparation for Medicaid cuts [South Carolina Daily Gazette]https://www.protectourcare.org/(00:13:28) Community Blight & GentrificationWhat is "Gentrification"? [REtipster on YouTube]What Are Gentrification and Displacement [Urban Displacement Project]Gentrification’s impact on school demographics: A study of 3 California cities [Brookings Institute]Who holds the deeds in the Sterling community? Furman University study tracks rising real estate pressure in Black historic neighborhood [WYFF]Gentrification threatens SC farm land. A Furman University map shows locations most at risk. [Post & Courier]Furman’s map [Shi Institute](00:29:37) Property TaxesAs legislators argue over property taxes and earmarks, SC begins fiscal year with no new budget [South Carolina Daily Gazette]SC H4690 Homestead Exemption [Bill Track 50]No Property Tax SC [nopropertytaxsc.com]Fee-in-Lieu-of Property Taxes (FILOT) [growlaurenscounty.com]Act 388: An Examination of How an Obscure Property Tax Law Revolutionized Property Tax Funding in South Carolina [University of South Carolina](00:42:15) America 250 and 4th of July Neo-fascist group Patriot Front parades Confederate flag in Washington DC on Fourth of July [The Guardian](00:49:14) This Heat is DisrespectfulIntense heat leads to ‘extremely high’ rates of ER visits, CDC says, with more coming Saturday [KCRA 3]Trump Admin Deletes Cooling Advice After Right Goes Scorched On Mamdani For Same Info [MEDIAite](00:52:27) Harassed at a Polling LocationRep Hamilton R. Grant [Instagram]SC state lawmaker shares video after confrontation at Midlands polling place [WIS10](00:55:13) ClosingThey Gerrymandered Him Out. He's Running Anyway. | Rep. Justin Pearson [Democracy Docket]We are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    59 分
  • It’s an Absolutely Ludicrous Thing to Do! (Part 1) (with Michanna Tate and Jessica Beasley)

    It’s an Absolutely Ludicrous Thing to Do! (Part 1) (with Michanna Tate and Jessica Beasley)
    2026/07/08
    Bill takes control while Jumelle steps into the guest seat alongside two other candidates for South Carolina State House: Michanna Tate and Jessica Beasley! It’s a cornucopia of hope for the Lakelands region as these three women look to flip a bloc of seats and change the direction of the state for the better!You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.(00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:09) Or Better Yet… Pete Hegseth and the AxeVideo of Pete Hegseth almost killing someone with an axe [The Good Liars on Facebook]'Fox & Friends' co-host faces lawsuit from man he hit with ax [NBC News]The AP reconstructs a U.S. strike that killed over 100 Iranian children [NBC 4 Washington](00:06:38) Fake Law or Naw? The Game5 most bizarre SC laws still on the books [The State]SC law legalizes pinball for youth, ending decades-old prohibition [South Carolina Daily Gazette](00:27:35) Michanna Tate for SC State House District 14 https://votemichannatate.com/Michanna Tate, has formally announced her campaign for South Carolina House of Representatives – District 14 [Laurens County BUZZ] (00:40:32) Jessica Beasley for SC State House District 11 https://www.jessicabeasleyforsc.org/Beasley says she has the backbone for service [Index Journal]Taylor v. Rankin [ACLU SC]Episode 84: Not Oprah… Okra! (with Dr. Emily Taylor)SC Upstate teenage Revolutionary War spy honored with new statue & garden. Here’s her story [The State](00:52:58 ) Jumelle Brooks for SC State House District 12 https://jumelleforsc.com/(01:04:36) ClosingWe are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts! Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    1 時間 6 分
  • I'll Take Two!

    I'll Take Two!
    2026/06/24
    Bill & Jumelle are joined by political activist and organizer, Brandon Upson! We review the South Carolina primary elections results and learn about the runoff results as they are announced.You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.(00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:50) Or Better Yet… Candidates with the Same NameFargo - S05E01 - Blanket (IMDB)Dan Sullivan [@cancel.the.state on Instagram]GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan’s same-name challenger is ineligible for ballot, official rules [CNN]Challenger with same name as Alaska US Sen. Dan Sullivan sues to stay on ballot [AP News](00:10:41) Interview with Brandon Upsonhttps://brandonupson.com/(00:19:57) Results from the First Round of SC Primaries Live Results: South Carolina midterm primaries (PBS News)(00:41:10) Results from the SC Primaries RunoffStatewide results (SCVotes.gov)Surprise Double Endorsement [South Carolina Lede]Trump endorses both candidates in South Carolina Republican runoff for governor [WFAE]TrumpAiVoice.netPam Alan endorsement poster [@calltoact on Facebook](00:58:04) ClosingWe are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts! Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    1 時間 1 分
  • Or Better Yet... Recycling Material Is Good for the Environment!

    Or Better Yet... Recycling Material Is Good for the Environment!
    2026/06/15
    Bill & Jumelle are on a little summer break, but we’ve compiled this hilarious batch of “Or Better Yet…” segments which will inform AND entertain you until we get back!You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Introduction (0:00:00)White House Trans Alarm (00:01:32)ONN - WH Trans Alarm goes off [The Onion, TikTok]'I'm not going to be a Gabby Giffords': U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman draws gun at constituent meeting [ABC30 Action news, 2018]Cracker Barrel’s New Logo (00:06:10) Cracker Barrel’s New Logo [Brent Terhune on Facebook]Free Travis & Jonathan (00:10:29)Free Travis & Jonathan! [YouTube] Tennessee natives mix politics, podcasting [The Tennessean]Kamala Harris: Interrupted (00:14:46)Harris interrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters on first night of book tour [PBS News]Christina Lorey - Facebook ReelFive things we learned from 107 Days, Kamala Harris’s campaign trail memoir [The Guardian]Yemisi Egbewole about the Harris protests [Instagram]Ted Cruz Defends Pedophiles (00:21:41)Ted Cruz: Stop attacking pedophiles [YouTube]Dealing with BLAGA (00:23:03)JiggsTheStoryTeller as a Proud Black Conservative [TikTok]JoyAndProgress [TikTok] David Pakman Show [TikTok] The Know It All Podcast [YouTube]White House announces Smithsonian review amid Trump’s cultural reckoning [Politico]Delusional Republicans (00:29:52)Fox News Host Drops Stunning Take on Election Bloodbath: ‘By Winning Democrats Are Actually Losing’ [Mediaite]Democrats win across the spectrum as voters reject Trump [CNN]Speaker Johnson Holds News Conference on Day 36 of Government Shutdown [C-Span]Trump blames shutdown for Republicans' election losses to Democrats [Axios]Josh Johnson & the Super Bowl Halftime Show (00:33:45)Josh Johnson on people being upset by Bad Bunny performing at the next Super Bowl [TikTok]Josh Johnson’s websiteThe real reason conservatives are furious about Bad Bunny’s forthcoming Super Bowl performance [The Conversation]Playing Deaf and Dumb (00:39:37)House Republicans’ attempt to censure Democrat over texts with Epstein fails [The Guardian]@aerialist_elena2 repost of @hereswhykevin on TikTok showing Rep Tony Wied playing deaf AND dumbClosing (00:43:17)We are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts! Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    45 分
  • Crackers!

    Crackers!
    2026/05/26
    In this mega-episode before summer break, Bill & Jumelle make their official endorsements in the 2026 South Carolina Democratic Primary and then turn to the Wheel of Topics to deliver a mega-packed episode that you won’t want to miss! You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Or Better Yet - Federal Judge Group Job Interview (00:01:32)Senate confirms Trump-nominated Greenville attorney as newest SC federal judge [South Carolina Daily Gazette]Chuck Grassley Holds Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing For Judicial Nominees [YouTube]Introductions & Memorial Service for Officer DJ Keller (00:16:52)'141 will forever belong to Officer DJ Keller': Greenwood gathers to honor fallen officer [Index Journal]WATCH: Full coverage of funeral service for fallen Greenwood Officer DJ Keller [FOX Carolina News]Official BWaBitS Democratic Primary Endorsements (00:24:22)US SenateDr. Annie Andrews (interview)Brandon P. Brown (interview) (speech)Kyle Freeman (interview) (speech)US Congress SC-03Eunice Lehmacher (interview) (speech)Dr. Ernest Mackins (speech)SC GovernorDr. Jermaine Johnson (interview) (speech)Billy WebsterMullins McLeodSC Superintendent of EducationLisa Ellis (speech)Sylvia Wright (interview) (speech)SC State TreasurerTrav Robertson (speech)Vincent Coe (speech) SC Secretary of StateEdwina Winter (speech)Jason Belton (interview on Late Night Podcast)SC Comptroller GeneralTiffany Boozer (speech) Bruce Cole (speech)SC Congressional Redistricting Pt 2 (00:52:53)Judge rejects lawsuit to stop debate restrictions on SC redistricting [Greenville Online]Redistricting debate drags into holiday weekend; Senate delays vote ahead of early voting [ABC15 News]Wheel of Topics (01:03:44)Topic wheel solution courtesy of Word wallTopic 1: Loss of trust in media, government and other institutionsAmericans’ Deepening Mistrust of Institutions [Pew]Deep Dive: The Pentagon Influence Behind the Silver Screen [Inkstick] Topic 2: Loneliness and the decline of communitySocial capital: Predicting an epidemic of loneliness—and prescribing the solution [Harvard Kennedy School]The Social DilemmaTopic 3: Education and workforce readiness What Do We Know About the Extent of Teacher Shortages Nationwide? A Systematic Examination of Reports of U.S. Teacher Shortages [Sage Journals]South Carolina's START Report Tackles Teacher Shortages with Bold Solutions [SC Department of Ed]Topic 4: Brain drain in the SouthScout Motors Picks Charlotte for New US Headquarters – Snubs SC Despite $1.3 Billion in Incentives [Charlotte Stories]‘Fear and hopelessness’: study finds one in four professors consider leaving US south [The Guardian]Documentary About New College of Florida Offers Warning About Conservative Efforts to Take Over Higher Education [PEN America]New College of Florida tosses hundreds of library books, empties gender diversity library [
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    1 時間 38 分
  • If “Nonchalant” Needed a Picture (with Zyon Khalifa for US Congress)

    If “Nonchalant” Needed a Picture (with Zyon Khalifa for US Congress)
    2026/05/16
    We welcome US Congressional candidate Zyon Khalifa who is running to be the representative for South Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District (currently occupied by Joe “You Lie!” Wilson).You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Or Better Yet - Trump’s Resurrection Elixir (00:00:31)Trump press conference clip [Aaron Rupar on Bluesky]Trump Says a New Drug Can Bring Dead People Back to Life [Futurism]The controversial Confederate Memorial Day is still observed in SC today [Bluffton Today]'It's embarrassing:' SC gov. candidate says Confederate Memorial Day should come to an end [ABC15 News]On the Campaign Trail (00:09:25)Jermaine Johnson’s final speech as State House Rep [YouTube]The Supreme Court ignores past and current reality to gut the Voting Rights Act [The Hill]Frogmore Stew on SC gerrymandering Congressional district [TikTok]South Carolina state Senate rejects effort to tackle redistricting despite pressure from Trump [MSN]‘Too much southern blood in me to surrender,’ SC Senate opts against redistricting [The State]Justin Bamberg questions Pamela Evette [Facebook]SC’s Evette is asked how many members are in State House. She gives wrong number [The State]Interview with Zyon Khalifa for US Congress (00:31:52)Khalifa for Congress WebsiteSouth Carolina's 2nd congressional district [Wikipedia]In an extraordinary breach of congressional decorum, a Republican lawmaker shouted "You lie" at President Barack Obama during his speech to Congress [AP]State Minimum Wages [NCSL]Aiken County residents raise concerns over possible gas-fired power plant near Montmorenci, New Holland [WJBF Augusta]Zyon’s appearance on Black Summit Podcast [YouTube]Greenwood Officer Killed in Collision (01:06:07)Officials: Teen arrested, 2 remain hospitalized after chase kills Greenwood officer [Fox Carolina]Greenwood Police press conference [Facebook]SC Scholarship Money Funding Gap (01:14:38)SC higher ed agency needs $25M more to pay for scholarships already awarded [SC Daily Gazette]Energy Bills Going Up (01:17:46)Trump claims energy prices will be cut in half [Courier Newsroom on TikTok]Santee Cooper seeks to raise electric rates more than 9% over next two years [SC Daily Gazette]TN High School Student Admonishes School Board (01:21:52)‘You are all cowards’: Student calls out school board after member calls her ‘hot’ during meeting [Fox News]Closing (01:26:32)We are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    1 時間 29 分
  • Righteous Fire in the Belly! (with Mallory Dittmer)

    Righteous Fire in the Belly! (with Mallory Dittmer)
    2026/04/29
    We welcome US Congressional candidate Mallory Dittmer who is working to be the representative for South Carolina’s 5th Congressional District (the seat being vacated by Ralph Norman in his quixotic quest for Governor)!You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Or Better Yet - Righteous Fire in the Belly (00:00:59)SC Democrats call on Charleston lawyer to suspend campaign for governor following arrest video [South Carolina Daily Gazette]Interview clip with Mullins McCleod [WYFF News 4 on Instagram]On the Campaign Trail (00:09:41)Jumelle’s viral video [Facebook]South Carolina Social Media Influencers who interviewed Jermaine Johnson@messyasamother [TikTok]@calltoactsouthernstyle [TikTok]@Brittany [TikTok]@SCjesckachilds [TikTok]Interview with Mallory Dittmer (00:25:10)Dittmer for Congress [website]Clip from Episode 70 about SC State Senator Wes Climer [YouTube]Mallory Dittmer announces bid for South Carolina's 5th Congressional District seat [ABC4 News]Race for SC’s 5th Congressional District heats up with new candidates [The Herald]Total Abortion Ban (S. 323) [ACLU of SC] - failedAbortion bill that would increase penalties for doctors and mothers in South Carolina advances (S.1045) [WYFF4]What we know about Cole Tomas Allen, Torrance teacher suspected in WHCD shooting [LA Times]Shooting suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinner [BBC News]Innocent but Convicted (00:59:03)Man sues Greenwood County after his drug trafficking arrest was overturned [South Carolina Public Radio]Brian Banks [Hawai’i Innocence Project]Cops bought Burger King for Dylann Roof following his arrest [ABC7 ]Is ‘Trial By Fire’ Based On A True Story? What Happened To Cameron Todd Willingham [Forbes]Death Penalty Information CenterUS justice department to allow firing squads as federal death penalty method [The Guardian] Closing (01:16:23)We are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    1 時間 18 分
  • Not the Clintons! (with Mac Deford)

    Not the Clintons! (with Mac Deford)
    2026/04/15
    We welcome US Congressional candidate Mac Deford who is working to be the representative for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District (the seat sullied by Nancy Mace)!You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Or Better Yet - Save Teenage Girls from MAGA Breeders! (00:00:38)FOX News: “Problem” is drop in teen fertility [Courtesy of @velvetsworld6 on TikTok]710,000 fewer babies were born last year in U.S. compared with two decades ago [NPR]Teens Having Sex Should Get Married, Not Use Birth Control: [South Carolina] Republican [Newsweek]Tennessee school board member censured over "you're hot" comment [WPSD Local 6]International Black White and Blue in the South (00:12:11)Singapore [Wikipedia]How to say Hello in 50 languages [@travyskim on TikTok] On the Campaign Trail (00:19:18)Democratic Candidate Recruitment Is Booming, Even in Republican Districts [NOTUS]All of Jumelle’s campaign socials [Linktree]Project 2025 architect quits South Carolina Senate race and endorses Lindsey Graham challenger [CNN]Interview with Mac Deford (00:28:00)Mac Deford for US Congress [website]Dec polling shows Deford tied with leading Republican candidate [released memo from Deford campaign]Coast Guard veteran Mac Deford prioritizes constituent access and transparency in 2026 run [ABC4 News]Deford campaign announces wave of endorsements in South Carolina’s 1st District race [ABC 4 News]Mac Deford Shows Grassroots Support from SC Congressional District 1 [YouTube]Ethics & Elections (01:04:19)House Ethics Committee sets April 21 hearing to decide Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s political fate [WLRN]Tony Gonzales admits sexual relationship with former staff member who killed herself [Politico]He’s Only Joking About Being a Nazi Sympathizer. He’s Also About to Get a Seat in Congress. Meet “the AK Guy.” [Slate]Jeffries, Pelosi and other Democrats call on Eric Swalwell to end governor campaign [Politico]Complaint alleges 8th Circuit Solicitor David Stumbo received $36K in questionable auto-related public funds [CC News Network]Laurens man gets life sentence in slaying of 2-year-old boy [Index Journal]SC senators call for investigation over money to representative’s nonprofit: ‘I’m an open book’ [SC Daily Gazette]Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter didn’t just speak—she cited a pattern. [@justicejavar on TikTok] Closing (01:28:08)We are a proud member of the BigMedia podcasting network. Visit them today for other incredible podcasts!Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media LLC Copyright 2026BIG Media LLC
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    1 時間 27 分