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Bourbon in The Back Room Vincent Sheheen and Joel Lourie
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4.8 • 187 Ratings
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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!
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Why to Run for Office, Improving South Carolina, and the State's Money Troubles - With Guest, Republican Senator Larry Grooms
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Senator Larry Grooms, and discuss his family and background in business, the most recent updates on LOFTISgate, magistrate judge qualifications, how state funds get allocated, and the argument for school choice and public funding for it. Hear how Senator Grooms and Joel come from similar backgrounds, the S.C. Budget, how the senate has changed over the years, and so much more!Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some o...
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Runoff Elections and Close Races - With Guest, Senate Candidate Jeffrey Graham
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Senate Candidate Jeffrey Graham who just won his runoff by less than 30 votes! They discuss the recent primaries, close races, how to win elections in South Carolina, the freedom caucus, losing Katrina Shealy in the Senate, and changes in rural representation. Hear about what it takes to run a competitive political campaign, governance in South Carolina, what our future look like, and so much more! Get your latest Statehouse update and hea...
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ELECTION RESULTS! - From Congress to the Statehouse - With Guest Russell Ott
Vincent and Joel recap the election results from the South Carolina Primaries. They discuss the races spanning from national offices to local House races, how elections work in South Carolina, who is winning, and who will require a run-off to determine candidates in the General election. They discuss the HOT OFF THE PRESS Russell Ott and Dick Harpootlian race for the Senate and hear firsthand what it's like to win a contentious primary race in South Carolina. Hear about the future of South Ca...
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Political Integrity, the Freedom Caucus, and Republican Leadership - with Republican Representative Micah Caskey
Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Representative Micah Caskey and discuss the republican party, changes in politics, the "grifters" and "fraudsters" of SC politics, state agencies, funding our institutions, the ignition interlock bill, open carry laws, medical cannabis, and so much more! They dig into the priority of interests for politicians, how it has changed over the decades, and discuss the good of the State in conservative hands. Get your latest Statehouse update and hear first...
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LIVE! SINE DIE 2024 - With Guest Host Bakari Sellers - 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 Guest Host, Bakari Sellers, sit down and have a few drinks at Bourbon on Main Street across from the Capitol Building. As Senators and Representatives finish up session, they walk across the street, join in on the drinks, and answer some pressing questions for South Carolina's most informational insider political podcast - Bourbon in the Back Room!Sen. Sandy Senn, Rep. Beth Bernstein, Sen. Tameika ...
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How S.C. Spends Your Money, Upcoming Legislation, and How the Capital is Changing - With Guest Mayor Bob Coble
LIVE! From the Columbia Palmetto Club with the leadership columbia class of 2024, Joel hosts legendary Mayor of Columbia Bob Coble. They discuss commitment to public education, taxes, the inner workings of the SC budget, “Loftis-Gate” and the recently found 1.8 billion dollars, allegations relating to SCOUT Motors, changes in the Judicial System, the upcoming SINE DIE, and so much more! Hear about Bob Coble’s background, how politics has changed, and how Columbia is growing and changing....
Customer Reviews
Best show for SC politics
I’m pretty conservative so I was skeptical at first about a political commentary show hosted by two Democracts. I’m glad I gave them a chance. I actually prefer the episodes with a Democrat guest bc it challenges my priors and helps me understand how the other side thinks, even if I disagree. As our population continues to self-sort, it’s important to have a platform for civil and respectful debate. Thank you to Senators Sheheen and Lourie for facilitating it.
Marshall G, Liberty Hill, SC
Best SC Political Podcast
No more Gatekeeping: I immediately skip over other shows on my podcast list when a new episode of BITBR comes out. Vincent and Joel do an outstanding job of keeping SC citizens up to date in government and provide amazing insight from their vast wealth of knowledge and expertise. Through their experience and connections they bring a wide array of guests that always keeps the show interesting and informative. Cheers!
Simply the best
Not a better podcast for politics! I love the fun back-and-forth, the guests, and the show as a whole. Great to relax and listen to.