Frogmore Stew

Grace Cowan | The Alliance Coalition
  • 5.0 (28)
  • POLITICS
  • UPDATED WEEKLY

Frogmore Stew is a bold, unfiltered podcast serving up the South’s political history, cultural contradictions, and modern-day reckonings—one spicy episode at a time. Hosted by Southern truth-tellers who love their home and refuse to sugarcoat its reality, Frogmore Stew blends sharp analysis, personal storytelling, and a whole lot of side-eye to explore the people, policies, and power structures shaping life in the Palmetto State. Whether you're a political junkie, a justice-seeker, or just curious about what’s cooking in the South—pull up a chair. This stew’s got heat.

  1. 23H AGO

    Political Divergence

    America’s political divide feels wider than ever, but what is really driving it? Former South Carolina state senator Penry Gustafson joins the conversation to talk about party loyalty tests, Trump support, and why Republicans and Democrats often misunderstand each other. The discussion explores how national politics shapes state politics, why voters feel pushed away from political parties, and how authenticity in leadership influences voters. From media narratives to the Ten Commandments bill in South Carolina, this conversation digs into the real forces behind political polarization in America. 00:00 Introduction 02:20 Penry Gustafson’s Political Roots 07:36 Feeling Overlooked in Senate 11:13 Party Tensions in the Senate 13:48 GOP Delegate Fight 16:53 National vs State Politics 19:53 Civics and How Laws Work 23:30 Trump, ICE, and Policy Priorities 28:27 Democratic Party Divisions 32:39 Authenticity in Politics and Trump’s Appeal 34:41 Safety, Identity, and Human Nature 36:39 South Carolina Ten Commandments Bill 40:47 Teen Slang, Theater, and Closing Penry Gustafson Fmr. South Carolina State Senator https://www.instagram.com/penry_gustafson/ Also available wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frogmore-stew/id1714820542 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6pxy2KuAmOfHCOU7xFQHUj There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

    45 min

  2. 2D AGO

    Life of the Party w/ Joe Cunningham

    We take a hard look at the identity crisis facing the Democratic Party in South Carolina and across the country. Former Congressman Joe Cunningham joins the conversation to discuss rebuilding party credibility, reconnecting with working class voters, and why generational leadership change may be necessary for the party’s future. The discussion explores the fallout from the 2024 election, the limits of a third party movement like No Labels, and the growing number of independent voters reshaping American politics. If Democrats want to win back trust and compete in red states, the path forward may require new ideas, new leaders, and a new message. 00:00 Introduction 04:45 Changing Politics in South Carolina 07:27 No Labels and Third-Party 14:27 Democratic Credibility and Party Renewal 24:06 Independent Voters and the Democratic Reset 29:37 The Democratic Path Forward Joe Cunningham Former Congressman, SC 1st Congressional District https://www.joecunninghamlaw.com/ Also available wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frogmore-stew/id1714820542 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6pxy2KuAmOfHCOU7xFQHUj There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

    31 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Can Citizens Fix South Carolina Politics? w/ Andrew Shue

    What if ordinary South Carolinians could help write the laws that govern their lives? Andrew Shue explains the South Carolina Forum, a citizen assembly experiment designed to bring people from across the state together to deliberate, reach 70 percent consensus, and propose real legislation to lawmakers. We discuss gerrymandering, political polarization, and why many voters feel disconnected from the decisions made in Columbia. If you are interested in citizen assemblies, democracy reform, and the future of South Carolina politics, this episode dives into whether a people powered approach could change the system. 00:00 Introduction 02:06 South Carolina Forum and Assembly Process 08:05 Direct Democracy and Gerrymandering 11:57 Choosing Citizen Assembly Delegates 15:04 Polarization and Electoral Reform 21:50 Andrew Shue’s Activism Journey 26:46 Call to Action and Closing Andrew Shue Founder of The South Carolina Forum https://scforum.org/ There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

    28 min

  4. MAR 4

    I Pledge Allegiance w/ Jalisa Washington Price

    What does it actually mean to pledge allegiance to a political party in 2026? Jalisa Washington Price joins Frogmore Stew to unpack the Democratic Party identity crisis, the struggle to win back working class voters, and the challenge of engaging independents in South Carolina. From post 2024 election lessons to big tent strategy versus purity tests, this conversation dives into party branding, grassroots organizing in the South, and how Democrats can reconnect with everyday people. If you care about the future of Democratic politics in South Carolina and beyond, this is a conversation you cannot miss. 00:00 Rebuilding South Carolina Democrats 05:26 Party Branding and Grassroots Reset 12:19 State vs National Tensions 14:17 Progressive Energy Rising 16:57 Big Tent vs Purity Politics 18:29 The Future of South Carolina Politics Jalisa Washington Price Political Strategist / Communication Advisor https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalisa-washington-price/ There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

    25 min

  5. MAR 3

    The Rise of Christian Nationalism w/ Pamela Brown

    The Rise of Christian Nationalism is not a fringe story unfolding in the shadows. It is a fast growing movement reshaping politics, churches, and communities across America. Grace sits down with CNN chief investigative correspondent Pamela Brown to unpack the ideology behind Christian nationalism, its push to redefine church and state, and its growing influence in Washington and beyond. From biblical hierarchy and household voting to Trump’s alignment with conservative Christian leaders, this conversation explores how faith, power, gender roles, and political authority are converging in ways many experts say the country has never seen. 00:00 Introduction 02:46 What Is Christian Nationalism? 07:47 Church, Power & Politics 12:15 Patriarchy & Women’s Stories 17:01 Community or Cult? 18:55 Scripture, Gender, and Household Power 28:05 Trump and Christian Power Nationalism 31:38 Faith and Politics Pamela Brown CNN Anchor / Chief Investigative Correspondent https://www.instagram.com/pamelabrowncnn There's more stew on Substack! https://frogmorestew.substack.com/ Learn more about Frogmore Stew at https://www.frogmorestewsc.com/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frogmorestewsc on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@frogmorestewsc Frogmore Stew is brought to you by The Alliance Coalition The Alliance Coalition works to redistribute power back to YOU, the voter. We do this by collecting data on belief systems, providing clear and digestible political information, history and trends, while building a community for those of us who feel politically unhoused. We encourage all to engage in shaping our state’s future and communicating our thoughts about how to do that productively. https://www.thealliancecoalition.org/

    33 min

  6. FEB 27

    Trump, Trade Deficits, and Local Fallout w/ Dan Wheeler

    Tariff chaos is hitting small businesses where it hurts. In Trump, Trade Deficits, and Local Fallout, congressional candidate and fintech attorney Dan Wheeler breaks down how shifting US tariff policy, trade deficits, and supply chain volatility are squeezing small business owners and reshaping local economies. From rising retail prices and manufacturing hollowing to affordability challenges in places like South Carolina and San Francisco, this conversation unpacks what trade wars really mean for Main Street. If you want a clear explanation of how Trump era tariffs impact small businesses, consumers, and the 2026 political landscape, this episode connects the dots. 00:00 Introduction 02:08 Tariffs and Trade Deficits 05:10 The Real Cost of Tariffs 13:51 How Small Businesses Survive Tariffs 15:45 Tariffs and Affordability 23:14 SF Primary, Crime, and Homeless Reform 27:06 Political Identity and Bipartisan Strategy 33:33 AI Regulation, Section 230, and States

    40 min

  7. FEB 21

    Passing, Privilege, and Interracial Marriage w/ Dorothy Roberts

    Is interracial marriage proof that racism is fading, or does it reveal something far more complicated? Grace talks with scholar and MacArthur Fellow Dorothy Roberts about the hidden history of interracial couples in Chicago, the legacy of the racial caste system, and how the one drop rule still shapes identity today. Drawing from Roberts’ book The Mixed Marriage Project, this conversation explores passing, white privilege, and the myth that love alone can dismantle institutional racism. From the Great Migration to modern debates about race and belonging, this episode digs into what interracial marriage does and does not fix in America. 00:00:00 The Invention of Race 00:01:11 Who Is Dorothy Roberts? 00:03:37 Growing Up Between Black and White in Chicago 00:09:05 A White Father’s Early Life 00:12:04 India, Caste, and Race 00:13:19 Education, Exposure, and Book Deal 00:20:26 Interracial Marriage and the Limits of Change 00:24:13 White Privilege, Colorism, and Passing 00:28:32 The Everett Family Story 00:34:04 White Supremacy and Identity 00:39:56 Interracial Marriage, Identity, and Privilege 00:49:05 20th-Century Marriage & Civil Rights 00:54:43 Politics, Marriage, Reflection

    59 min

  8. FEB 20

    Progressive Media in a Red State

    What happens when local news stops calling lies lies and starts softening the truth? In this conversation, journalist Deanna Pan joins Frogmore Stew to talk about media bias, editorial pressure, and why progressive journalism in South Carolina matters more than ever. From Trump coverage and the refusal to use words like racist, to the collapse of local watchdog reporting and the need for independent Substack voices, this is a candid look at how headlines shape public understanding. If you care about South Carolina politics, media accountability, and building progressive media in a red state, pull up a chair. Deanna's Pulitzer Nominated Series https://www.postandcourier.com/news/special_reports/stinney/ 00:00 Introduction 02:39 Journalism & Media Bias 04:30 CBS, Barry Weiss & Media Power 07:51 Epstein Files & Systemic Failure 12:30 Newsroom Ethics & Editorial Pressure 15:29 Trump, Lies & Who Controls Coverage 19:35 Why Local Journalism Still Matters 24:33 Building Progressive Media in SC

    30 min
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Frogmore Stew is a bold, unfiltered podcast serving up the South’s political history, cultural contradictions, and modern-day reckonings—one spicy episode at a time. Hosted by Southern truth-tellers who love their home and refuse to sugarcoat its reality, Frogmore Stew blends sharp analysis, personal storytelling, and a whole lot of side-eye to explore the people, policies, and power structures shaping life in the Palmetto State. Whether you're a political junkie, a justice-seeker, or just curious about what’s cooking in the South—pull up a chair. This stew’s got heat.

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  • Creator
    Grace Cowan | The Alliance Coalition
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    184
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Grace Cowan | The Alliance Coalition
  • Show Website
    Frogmore Stew

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