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Gavin Out Sick Oops All Wind Down Halloween Edition with Sean and AT
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 25, 2025: A.T. Shire and Sean Birch take the wheel while host Gavin Jackson is under the weather. The two discuss Halloween decorations, costumes, candy, and another live Lede in the works! Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.
Special Oops Our Bad Alert!
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 12, 2025: A.T. and producer Sean say they're sorry, take listener calls, argue about the merits of DOTs as a candy, but mostly are very sorry and hope you understand. Leave us a voicemail at 803-563-7169 to share your thoughts about the topics covered on the show or just whatever's on your mind! You can subscribe to South Carolina Lede in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts.
South Carolina Morning Headlines
Sean Birch brings his passion for engaging with listeners and delivering high-quality radio and podcasts to his role as Director of South Carolina Public Radio. Working with his team, he guides the creation of news and programming which informs, entertains and reflects the diverse population of the Palmetto State. He also chooses the national programming heard on stations and oversees the day-to-day operations of the radio network.
Bill Terrell of SCETV's 'Job Man Caravan' Dies at 79
South Carolina Public Radio | By Sean Birch Published July 17, 2021 at 8:51 PM EDT Bill Terrell on SCETV's "Job Man Caravan" South Carolina State University Athletics Bill Terrell William "Bill" Terrell, known to many South Carolinians as the host of the SCETV program Job Man Caravan, has died at age 79. He passed away Thursday after a lengthy illness, according to an obituary shared by Pearson's Funeral Home in Columbia, SC.
SC Lede: Greenville - Famously Hot Spot
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for December 7, 2020, features: a discussion with South Carolina House budget chairman Murrell Smith about how he plans to approach the budget writing process when session begins in January; a look at how the United Way of Greenville County is handling an influx of calls; the impact of the pandemic on mental health during the already stressful holiday season; and more. South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV.
SC Lede: Anti-racism And You!
The University of South Carolina recently hosted a virtual question and answer session with Professor Ibram X.
Southern Sound Radio: Chatham County Line and Steep Canyon Rangers
This episode of Southern Sound Radio features performances by Chatham County Line and Steep Canyon Rangers, recorded live at the McCelvey Center in York, SC, as part of the 2020 Sound Sound Series presented by the Culture and Heritage Museums. Chatham County Line The Raleigh-based quartet Chatham County Line brought their inventive form of bluegrass to Southern Sound Series stage on January 18, 2020. Chatham County Line appear courtesy of Yep Roc Records.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Election Security And Exponential Worries
South Carolina Congressional Republicans Tom Rice, Jeff Duncan, Joe Wilson, Representative-elect Nancy Mace, and Ralph Norman hold a press conference about the 2020 election at the South Carolina Statehouse on November 10, 2020.
SC Lede: America - The Results Show
A Richland County Election Commission worker processes absentee ballots in Columbia, SC, on November 4, 2020. Credit Gavin Jackson/SCETV On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 10, 2020, features: the latest on presidential election, including comments from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Majority Whip Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC); a look at Pfizer's promising COVID-19 vaccine; an update from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on the health of the US economy; and more.
SC Lede: InstaGraham
Sen. Lindsey Graham celebrates after being elected for a fourth term on November 3, 2020, at the Pastides Alumni Center at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, S.C. Credit Victoria Hansen/SC Public Radio On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for November 7, 2020, we hear from Sen.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - This Week In The South Carolina Lede
By Sean Birch • 1 hour ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Throughout the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede has kept you up to speed on what's happening the on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes.
SC Lede: Nightmare On Lede Street
South Carolina Ports are expected to see steady growth in 2021 as consumer spending rebounds and supply chain disruptions diminish.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Halloween Maskerade
People outside of the South Carolina Statehouse hold silhouettes during the annual Silent Witness ceremony on October 6, 2020. The silhouettes represent those who died from domestic violence in 2019. Credit SCETV This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 27, 2020, features: the voices of voters from around the state a week out from Election Day; a look at efforts to prevent domestic violence in South Carolina; the importance of getting the flu vaccine is this winter; and more.
SC Lede: Your Vote And You - Practicing Safe Voting
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott (l), Columbia Mayor Steven Benjamin (c), and Columbia Police Chief Skip Holbrook (r) during a press conference about their election safety plan. This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 24, 2020, features a look at the security threats facing the November 3 election, what local officials in one county are doing to prevent any issues on Election Day, a discussion on the importance of rural broadband expansion, and more.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Back On The Campaign Trail
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) holds a rally in Columbia, SC, on October 17, 2020. Both he and Democratic challenger Jaime Harrison have ramped up in-person events with less than two weeks to go until Election Day. Credit Gavin Jackson/SCETV Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum
Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of October 15, 2020, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The Associated Press' Meg Kinnard to discuss the latest on the US Senate race between incumbent Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham and Democratic challenger Jaime Harrison.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Double Debate Drama
By Sean Birch • 1 hour ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Sen. Lindsey Graham (r) and challenger Jaime Harrison (l) debate at Allen University on October 5, 2020. Credit WISTV Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Ready. Set. VOTE!
This episode of the South Carolina Lede for October 6, 2020 features a conversation with an election security expert on the threats facing the 2020 polls, insight from a University of South Carolina professor on electoral college scenarios and Senate races, a look at the economic factors influencing the economy, and more. The South Carolina Lede is here to keep you up to date on important news as the Palmetto State faces the COVID-19 virus.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - 1st Congressional District Debate
By Sean Birch • 39 minutes ago Republican State Rep. Nancy Mace and Democratic Congressman Joe Cunnigham bump elbows before the 1st Congressional District debate in Beaufort on September 28, 2020. Credit Grace Beahm Alford/The Post and Courier Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Judge Dread
Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks at a campaign event for state Rep. Nancy Mace in North Charleston on September 21, 2020. Credit Gavin Jackson/SCETV This episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 22, 2020, features: a look at how you can vote absentee in the November 3 election; the latest from Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) on the future of the Supreme Court nomination process he will oversee; comments from U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams from his recent visit to Columbia; and more.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Don't Anti Vaxx Me, Bro!
The latest South Carolina COVID-19 case numbers, as of September 4, 2020. Credit SC DHEC On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 5, 2020, we examine Facebook's aproach to limiting the spread of disinformation ahead of the November 3 election, discuss whether the stock market is indicative of the greater economy, speak with medical professionals about public trust of a potential coronavirus vaccine, and more.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - One-Time Dolla Dolla Bills, Y'all
Sen. Dick Harpootlian (D-Columbia) speaks from the well of the South Carolina Senate on September 2, 2020. Credit Gavin Jackson/SCETV On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for September 3, 2020, we look at how state lawmakers are working to safeguard the November 3 election, hear from state budget officials about how much money is available and how that funding may be used, break down new visitation guidelines announced by Gov.
SC Lede: Mental Health - The Hidden Pandemic
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 29, 2020, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The Associated Press' Meg Kinnard to recap speeches by prominent South Carolinian political leaders at the Democratic and Republican National Conventions. Also on this episode: the latest unemployment data; new CDC guidance on asymptomatic testing; a look at the mental health challenges faced by frontline medical workers; and more.
SC Lede: RNC - South Carolina In Prime Time
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) closed out the first night of the Republic National Convention on August 24, 2020. Credit RNC This episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 27, 2020, features remarks from Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley at the Republican National Convention, new information on how mask mandates are reducing the spread of COVID-19 in the Palmetto State, Gov. Henry McMaster tells us about the latest federal effort to expand unemployment benefits, and more.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Going Postal
Gov. Henry McMaster cast all 50 delegate votes for President Donald Trump on the first day of the Republican National Convention in Charlotte, NC, on August 24, 2020. Credit RNC On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 25, 2020, we hear comments from South Carolina Congressional delegation on the issues facing the U.S. Postal Service, speak with state Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman, look at Gov. Henry McMaster's role in the Republican National Convention, and more.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Conjunction Junction, Back-To-School Dysfunction
The most recent weekly COVID-19 death rates in South Carolina through August 1, 2020, according to SC DHEC. Credit DHEC On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for August 6, 2020, we bring you updates from State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman on school reopenings, virtual classrooms, truancy, and more. Also on this episode: a look at how Americans feel about the November election; the state of minority owned small businesses; when high school sports could resume; and more.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Sen. Lindsay Graham, AKA 'Dr. TikTok'
SC Lede: COVID-19 — Sen. Lindsay Graham, AKA 'Dr. TikTok' By Sean Birch • 22 minutes ago
SC Lede: COVID-19 - The Miseducation Of Molly Spearman
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for July 25, 2020, we bring you an in-depth look at the politics surrounding the reopening of schools, including Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman's thoughts on how different in-person and online learning will look this fall. Plus, Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) speaks with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin about the state of the federal coronavirus relief bill, State Epidemiologist Dr. Linda Bell voices support for a statewide mask ordinance, and more.
Palmetto Perspectives: Racial Injustice
Palmetto Perspectives is South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV's new quarterly program aiming to bring together a diverse group of voices to discuss the important issues facing the state of South Carolina and its communities.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - The Lede Gets A Little Off The Top
Customers get haircuts at Circa Barbershop in Columbia, SC, after restrictions on close contact businesses are lifted in the state. Credit Gavin Jackson/SCETV On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for May 21, 2020, we take you to the final meeting of Gov. Henry McMaster's AccelerateSC taskforce, visit a local barbershop as costumers return, and hear how some are looking to the past for guidance on moving forward in a COVID-19 world.
South Carolina Public Radio Partners With Spoleto Festival USA For 'Spoleto At Home' Initiative
Beginning Friday, May 22, South Carolina Public Radio is proud to present special Spoleto Festival programming as part of a new “Spoleto at Home” initiative, featuring our weekday classical program Sonatas & Soundscapes and our Spoleto Backstage podcast. On March 24, Spoleto Festival USA made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s festival – a first in the event’s 44-year history.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Work Or Home Or Myrtle Beach
Boeing will be cutting its workforce 10% in light of economic headwinds as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Deeper cuts are expected in its commercial airplane sector, which includes the North Charleston plant.
SC Lede: COVID-19 - Racial Disparities In Real Time
On this episode of the South Carolina Lede for April 28, 2020, we take you to Greer, SC, where a shipment of over a million face masks were delivered this weekend for Prisma Health with local, state, and national political leaders in attendance. We also examine the pandemic's impact on tax revenues could mean for the state economy, discuss racial disparities related to COVID-19, and more. South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV.
About Our Coronavirus Coverage
Here at South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV, we believe accurate, factual, and timely information can save lives in these uncertain times. That's why we are committed to bringing you a wide range of perspectives to help you understand the scope and scale of this pandemic. As an NPR member station, we rely on their reporters to cover national and global updates during the top-of-the-hour newscasts we carry almost every hour every day of the week.
SC Lede: Super Tuesday Stupor - LIVE From North Charleston
By Sean Birch • 17 minutes ago Gavin Jackson speaks with Meg Kinnard and Jamie Lovegrove in front of a live audience at Holy City Brewing in North Charleston, SC, on Thursday, March 5, 2020. On this 100th episode of the South Carolina Lede, recorded live at Holy City Brewing in North Charleston, SC, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The Post and Courier's Jamie Lovegrove and The Associated Press' Meg Kinnard to recap both the South Carolina Democratic primary and Super Tuesday.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - President Donald Trump
By Sean Birch • 32 minutes ago Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of March 5, 2020, host Gavin Jackson takes us to a recent rally by President Donald Trump in North Charleston, SC. Full remarks from candidates who visit South Carolina during the campaign on the SCETV YouTube page.
SC Lede: Biden Blowout, Bye Bye Buttigieg, Sayonara Steyer, & Ciao Klobuchar
By Sean Birch • 38 minutes ago The South Carolina Democratic primary came and went this weekend with former Vice President Joe Biden quickly being declared winner and several of his fellow candidates ending their campaigns soon after. On this editon of the South Carolina Lede, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The Associated Press' Meg Kinnard and The State's Maayan Schechter to discuss the results, the importantance of the South Carolina primary heading into Super Tuesday, and more.
SC Lede: Biden Blowout, Bye Bye Buttigieg, Sayonara Steyer, & Ciao Klobuchar
The South Carolina Democratic primary came and went this weekend with former Vice President Joe Biden quickly being declared winner and several of his fellow candidates ending their campaigns soon after. On this editon of the South Carolina Lede, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The Associated Press' Meg Kinnard and The State's Maayan Schechter to discuss the results, the importantance of the South Carolina primary heading into Super Tuesday, and more.
SC Lede: 2020 Primary Rose Ceremony
By Sean Birch • 24 minutes ago Clockwise from left: Meg Kinnard, Jamie Lovegrove, Maayan Schechter, and Gavin Jackson. Credit A.T. Shire/South Carolina Public Radio The week we've been talking about for more than a year is finally here: The South Carolina Democratic presidential primary is this Saturday.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, Tom Steyer
By Sean Birch • 50 minutes ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of February 20, 2020, host Gavin Jackson takes us to recent campaign stops by former Vice President Joe Biden, Sen.
SC Lede: Trail Bites — Pete Buttigieg Has Breakfast With The Lede
By Sean Birch • 14 minutes ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - King Day At The Dome
Leading up to the 2020 election, the South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of January 22, 2020, host Gavin Jackson takes us to the recent King Day at the Dome event in Columbia, SC, to hear from Democratic presidential candidates Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Sen.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Pete Buttigieg
By Sean Birch • 5 minutes ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Leading up to the 2020 election, South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of December 4, 2019, host Gavin Jackson takes us to a recent campaign stop by South Bend, IN Mayor Pete Buttigieg in Okatie, SC.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Saying High To Joe Biden
Leading up to the 2020 election, South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition, host Gavin Jackson speaks with former Vice President Joe Biden before a town hall forum at Lander University on Nov. 21, 2019. Biden discussed what his South Carolina momentum might look like after early voting states in February, his thoughts on Sen.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Seven Minutes with Sen. Kamala Harris
By Sean Birch • 26 minutes ago Leading up to the 2020 election, South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of October 24, 2019, host Gavin Jackson speaks with Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif) during her visit to Orangeburg, SC on October 18. Full remarks from candidates who visit South Carolina during the campaign on the SCETV YouTube page.
SC Lede: A Most Wanted Warren
By Sean Birch • 1 hour ago Gavin Jackson (l) and Maayan Schechter in the South Carolina Public Radio studios in Monday, October 21, 2019. Credit A.T. Shire/South Carolina Public Radio On this episode of the South Carolina Lede, host Gavin Jackson is joined by The State's Maayan Schechter to look at Sen.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, Sen. Kamala Harris, Tom Steyer
By Sean Birch • 41 minutes ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Leading up to the 2020 election, South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes.
SC Lede: Mark Sanford Is Running For President. Sort Of
By Sean Birch • 16 minutes ago Gavin Jackson (l) and Meg Kinnard in the South Carolina Public Radio studios on Monday, September 9, 2019. Credit A.T. Shire/SC Public Radio On this episode of the South Carolina Lede, host Gavin Jackson is joined by the Associated Press' Meg Kinnard to discuss two storms which recently affected the Palmetto State — one political, the other an actual hurricane. They talk about former South Carolina Congressman and Gov.
SC Lede: Trail Bites - Sen. Bernie Sanders
By Sean Birch • 6 minutes ago South Carolina Lede is a production of South Carolina Public Radio and SCETV. Leading up to the 2020 election, South Carolina Lede is keeping you up to speed on what the candidates are saying on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State with these "Trail Bites" mini-episodes. On this edition for the week of September 5, 2019, host Gavin Jackson sits down for an interview with Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT).
SC Lede: Pence, Haley, & Sanford - The Republican Party Party
By Sean Birch • 33 minutes ago On this edition of the South Carolina Lede, host Gavin Jackson is joined by the Associated Press' Meg Kinnard and The State's Maayan Schechter to discuss the shape of the Republican party in the Palmetto State. We look at a recent visit by Vice President Mike Pence to rally the GOP base, Pence's relationship with former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, and what could be in store for former Rep. Mark Sanford's political future.
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