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Bourbon in The Back Room

Bourbon in The Back Room

Written by: Vincent Sheheen and Joel Lourie
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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!© 2026 Bourbon in The Back Room Political Science Politics & Government World
Episodes
  • LIVE! From the Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 - Guest Scott Keogh, President of Scout Motors USA

    LIVE! From the Leadership Columbia Class of 2026 - Guest Scott Keogh, President of Scout Motors USA
    Feb 16 2026

    Hear Vincent and Joel discuss the cutting edge of business development in South Carolina in front of a new class of business leadership in our State's capital with Guest, president of SCOUT MOTORS USA, Scott Keogh. Hear about Scott's background, family, and the business of cars. Listen to recent updates on the debate over South Carolina data centers and their potential drain on state resources, SCOUT motors future in South Carolina, national political updates, statewide political races, and so much more!

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • The Race for the Governor's Office and South Carolina Parks and Recreation - with Special Guest Duane Parrish

    The Race for the Governor's Office and South Carolina Parks and Recreation - with Special Guest Duane Parrish
    Feb 3 2026

    Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Duane Parrish - Director of the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism - to talk about a growing South Carolina, the Amazing Revolutionary War 250th anniversary celebration happening in S.C., the important role of the SCDPR, our state's remarkable environmental commitment and amazing parks, and how the state markets itself. Get an insider's take on the "hidden gems" of South Carolina and hear where to go to experience the best the state has to offer.

    Hear Bourbon Briefs where the Senators discuss N.I.L. transparency, toll lanes, investing in our roadways, and the continued massive population growth in South Carolina. Take an in-depth look at the upcoming statewide races, a breakdown of the latest news in the S.C. Governor's race, and so much more!


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    56 mins
  • A New Year of SC Politics and Newly Elected Democrats - with Guest Senator Ed Sutton

    A New Year of SC Politics and Newly Elected Democrats - with Guest Senator Ed Sutton
    Jan 15 2026

    Vincent and Joel sit down with guest, Senator Ed Sutton, to talk about his history in South Carolina, his military service, and what it was like running as a Democrat, and now serving as a Democrat, in South Carolina.

    Hear about Ed Sutton's plans heading into his second session, his small business rehabbing historic buildings, the future of South Carolina's democratic party, get an inside look at whats next in SC Lawmaking, and so much more!

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    54 mins
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