Podcast appearances and mentions of Mark Sanford

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In Hour 1, Segment 1 of The Charlie James Show on August 3, 2026, host Charlie James kicks off the broadcast by previewing the upcoming South Carolina Republican U.S. Senate primary debate featuring five candidates: Darline Graham, Rep. Russell Fry, Mark Lynch, Rep. Ralph Norman, and former Rep. Mark Sanford. James focuses heavily on candidate Darline Graham, questioning her qualifications and criticizing her reliance on her brother Lindsey Graham's legacy, her Trump endorsement, and her avoidance of local media. He takes a call from listener Mark in Liberty, who humorously compares Graham to "Aunt Bee," while also briefly touching on legal challenges surrounding candidates omitted from the ballot.

Shockwaves hit national security! Discover how thousands on terror watchlists received benefits and Social Security numbers, and learn about the revival of a long-dormant 1996 statute to strip citizenship and deport active plotters!

Host Charlie James opens the segment by reflecting on Mark Sanford's 2019 symbolic presidential primary challenge against Donald Trump, using it to criticize establishment Republicans for lacking a genuine fighting spirit. James argues that conservative voters want leaders who actively fight for their platform—such as passing the SAVE America Act and eliminating the Senate filibuster—rather than yielding to Democrats or giving up on key legislation. He praises senators who refuse to support a Senate recess until legislative goals are met, while calling out Senator Tim Scott for not joining them. Later in the segment, caller Larry from Spartanburg reminds listeners that today is the deadline to request an absentee ballot for the upcoming South Carolina special Senate primary, advising voters to submit or hand-deliver their ballots promptly to ensure they are processed on time.

In Hour 3 Segment 1, Charlie James takes a call from Gerald in Cowpens, who suggests voters are drawn to candidate Darlene Graham out of sympathy for the loss of her brother, Senator Lindsey Graham, and the desire to carry on the family name. James agrees, noting that being a grieving sister and potentially South Carolina's first elected female U.S. Senator are strong appeals. He reviews the latest Trafalgar Group poll numbers for the U.S. Senate special primary, which show Darlene Graham leading at 27%, followed by Ralph Norman and Russell Fry tied at 17.4%, Mark Sanford at 15.1%, and Mark Lynch at 8.1%. James also updates listeners on candidate Danny Lee Ford II's legal challenge against his disqualification by the SCGOP, noting the court's temporary restraining order, and discusses primary runoff strategies with caller Joyce from Pelzer.

Join Jim and Greg for the Thursday 3 Martini Lunch as they dive into reports that Iran and Russia are suffering from severe energy crises, the U.S. economy growing less than expected in the second quarter, 12-day sprint to the GOP South Carolina Senate primary, and the trans community getting furious over donuts.First, they talk about reports that Iran is having to implement rolling blackouts, partly from 120-degree summer temperatures but also because some of it's electrical grid has been damaged in the war. They're also promising long lines at gas stations. Russia is also experiencing an energy crisis. But does this meaningfully weaken either of these regimes?Next, they're disappointed to see lower than expected economic growth in the second quarter. The economy grew by 1.5 percent. It's still positive territory but the cost of gasoline and other essentials are dragging the number lower. What will the impact of this be in November?Then, they dissect the 12-day, 12-candidate sprint for the Republican U.S. Senate primary in South Carolina. Both Jim and Greg think voters deserve much more detail on every issue from Sen. Darline Graham if she wants a six-year term. They also weigh on on the candidacies of Reps. Ralph Norman and Russell Fry and former Gov. Mark Sanford.Finally, they shake their heads as the Tim Horton's chain takes heat from what's now being called the 2SLGBTQ+ community because Tim Horton's plans to create Harry Potter-themed treats next month.Please visit our great sponsors:OneSkinGet 15% off OneSkin Summer Bundles with promo code 3ML at https://oneskin.co/3mlQuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for FREE PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/3MLHomeServeProtect your home through HomeServe.  For 50% less your first year, visit https://HomeServe.com/Martini  for the plan that's right for you. Savings compared to renewal price. Void in Florida.New episodes every weekday. 

In this opening segment of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James provides essential details regarding the upcoming South Carolina Senate primary. He outlines key dates, reminding listeners that early voting runs August 5–7 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with election day following on August 11 from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. He emphasizes that the deadline to apply for an absentee ballot is tomorrow and highlights the primary rules—clarifying that anyone who voted in the June Republican primary, or who didn't vote in June at all, is eligible to cast a ballot. Charlie also analyzes a new Emerson poll following the filing deadline, which shows Ralph Norman leading at 22%, followed by Darlene Graham (19%), Russell Fry (12%), Mark Sanford (11%), and Mark Lynch (7%), with 25% of voters still undecided. He questions Russell Fry's decision to run simultaneously for his U.S. House seat and the Senate, wondering if splitting campaign resources makes practical sense. Throughout the segment, Charlie takes calls from listeners discussing candidate diversity, voter motivations, and primary dynamics before teasing an upcoming discussion contrasting Dr. Anthony Fauci's statements from 2022 with his recent remarks.

On this Thursday afternoon edition of The Charlie James Show (July 30, 2026), host Charlie James breaks down essential information for South Carolina voters ahead of the upcoming Senate primary. Early voting runs August 5–7 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with the primary election on August 11 from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Charlie reviews the latest Emerson poll showing Ralph Norman (22%) and Darline Graham (19%) leading a crowded field, alongside candidates Russell Fry, Mark Sanford, and Mark Lynch, with 25% of voters still undecided. Callers chime in about candidates and campaign ads before Charlie turns to national news: Dr. Anthony Fauci's Congressional testimony. Contrasting Fauci's past statements promising transparency with his frequent invoking of the Fifth Amendment, Charlie—and caller Sarah—criticize public health policy, the suppression of treatments like Ivermectin, and mandatory vaccine policies. Finally, Charlie discusses state politics, noting Democrat Germaine Johnson's gubernatorial running mate pick, Sam Scarden, and former State Senator Katrina Sheely's presence at the announcement.

Former South Carolina Congressman and Governor Mark Sanford joins Bo and Beth to discuss his reason for running for US Senate and what he plans to do if he's elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this Tuesday's edition of the Brett Winterble Show! Brett kicks off the program by talking about the lasting lessons that can be learned from the life and legacy of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and why time, character, and faith are life's most valuable assets. Reflecting on Graham's impact, Brett shares what he believes are ten timeless principles for living a meaningful and purposeful life. Bo Thompson from Good Morning BT is also here for this Tuesday's episode of Crossing the Streams. Brett and Bo talk about the life, legacy, and funeral of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and the impact he had on South Carolina and national politics. Bo reflects on President Donald Trump's remarks during the service, saying the president struck a balance between honoring Graham's legacy and sharing personal stories that highlighted their unique political relationship. Brett and Bo also discuss Graham's rise from a small South Carolina town to one of the most influential figures in Washington, with Bo describing him as a rare politician who maintained relationships across party lines while remaining a trusted adviser to the president. .Bo also shares what he and Beth Troutman have coming up Wednesday morning on Good Morning BT, including an interview with former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford as the race to fill Graham's vacant Senate seat continues. Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show! For more from Brett Winterble check out his YouTube channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Monday, July 27th, 2026. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day | Beth acquires a smoker's cough 6:20 Mark Sanford and Russell Fry announce run for US Senate in SC 6:35 Rick Moranis returns in Comic-Con appearance 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Popcorn at the movies becoming unaffordable 7:05 LeBron James signs with 76ers | Steph Curry unhappy in Golden State? 7:20 Coming of age moment for Jim 7:35 Beth's smokers cough strikes again | Illnesses from the days of yore 7:50 GMBTeam talks Buc-ees employee salaries | The wonders of Costco 8:05 More on Costco with Beth, Bo and Jim 8:20 Congressman Russell Fry interview preview 8:35 Guest: Russell Fry (SC Congressman) - SC Senate Race 8:50 Developing: UNC GM Mike Lombardi placed on paid leave 9:05 Guest: Mick Mulvaney - War in Iran 9:20 Mick Mulvaney cont. - WH Correspondents dinner 9:35 Mick Mulvaney cont. - SC Senate race 9:50 Mick Mulvaney cont. - Cyclosporiasis outbreak See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vince Coakley Radio Program | Friday, July 24th, 2026. Hour 1 Segment 1 – Show rundown Segment 2 – Panthers announce stadium renovations, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell in town Segment 3 – Economic headlines Segment 4 – WSJ Report: President Trump Oval Office meltdown Hour 2 Segment 1 – Guest: Spike Cohen (Founder of Muddied Waters Media) - Faith Focus Friday Segment 2 – Reaction to segment with Spike Cohen and Faith Focus Friday Segment 3 – Iran Update and tensions rise in Red Sea Segment 4 – Mark Sanford releases Campaign adSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the July 23, 2026 broadcast of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James covers an expansive array of state, local, and national topics across four hours of commentary and caller interactions. The show focuses heavily on the upcoming South Carolina U.S. Senate primary, analyzing candidate filings, polling dynamics, potential candidacies of figures like Mark Sanford and Trey Gowdy, guest campaign perspectives from Duke Buckner, and the state GOP's primary rules and precinct updates. Locally, James examines Greenville County's proposed 1% road sales tax initiative with Councilman Curt McGahee while addressing public transit funding concerns. The broadcast also features a passionate defense of homeschooling alongside guest Jessica Brassington of Mama Bears Rising, critiques of public school literacy and progressive politics, discussions on military funding and federal spending, and reflections on political tenure, scientific concepts like the Planck scale, and national media commentary.

On The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James and several callers discuss the field of candidates running in the South Carolina U.S. Senate primary. James outlines current filings—including upcoming plans for Ralph Norman to officially file—and highlights recent polling numbers from Peak Insights showing Trey Gowdy leading with 38% support, despite reports that Gowdy is content with his current media career. Callers chime in on candidate motivations, questioning Mark Sanford's political comeback and criticizing Russell Fry for simultaneously pursuing both a House and a Senate seat.

In this episode of The Charlie James Show, host Charlie James provides in-depth commentary on key political developments and candidate dynamics surrounding the South Carolina Senate race. Throughout the hour, James explores the field of Senate contenders, examining candidate records and recent polling trends while gathering caller perspectives. He delivers strong critiques of Republican immigration policies—highlighting figures like Mike Lindell—and scrutinizes the potential Senate candidacies and public records of both Mark Sanford and Trey Gowdy.

James discusses SC Senate race candidates, Mark Sanford, and caller input

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: Marc Sanford Ends Bid: Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is ending his return to electoral politics, suspending his 2026 congressional campaign just 30 days after entering the race for the state’s 1st Congressional District. No Friendly Fire at WHCA: The round that struck a U.S. Secret Service officer during Saturday's shooting outside the ballroom where the White House Correspondents' Dinner was taking place was not friendly fire, multiple senior law enforcement officials told CBS News Wednesday. Voting Rights Act: The Supreme Court significantly narrowed a key provision of the Voting Rights Act in a 6-3 ruling Wednesday, further eroding the impact of the landmark civil rights-era law. (Politico) Obama Roasted for SCOTUS Take: Former President Barack Obama slams SCOTUS decision on Voting Rights Act. CNN’s Scott Jennings and Matt Whitlock call Obama a hypocrite since he pushed for gerrymandering in Virginia. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, April 30, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Adam tells of his travails in the Texas winter storm and ensuing power outages, the Munchie Boys get down to business, reckoning with the ghost of series past while persevering through an episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit featuring a robot child mimicking human emotion stuck in the strangest of custody battles in “Stolen” (S3E3). While dealing with a bonafide Cragenisode courtesy of his former partner Max Greevey's cold case getting tossed in the microwave, Adam and Josh also dive into post-9/11 SVU credits, do some height detective work, walk the Appalachian Trail with Mark Sanford, and unearth a fictional Juris Doctor degree. They also follow up on last week's promise to watch and talk about the late ‘90s truckin' Swayze gem, Black Dog.Music:Divorcio Suave - “Munchy Business”Thanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Diana R, Tony B, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Suzanne B, Tim Y, John P, John W, Elia S, Rebecca B, Lily, Sarah L, Melsa A, Alyssa C, Johnathon M, Tiffany C, Brian B, Whitney C, Alex, Jannicke HS, Erin M, Melissa H, Olivia, Holly F, Karina H, Zak B, Karyn R, Summer S, and Matt - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonBe sure to check out our other podcast diving into long unseen films of our guests' youth: Unkind Rewind at our website or on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on: BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter/BlueSky and Josh's BlueSky/Letterboxd/Substack)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances:Both of us on: FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, Chick-Lit at the Movies talking about The Thin Man, and last but not least on the seminal L&O podcast …These Are Their Stories (Adam and Josh).Josh discussing Jackie Brown, The Love Witch, The Long Goodbye and Bugonia with the fine folks at Movie Night Extravaganza, debating the Greatest Detectives in TV History on The Great Pop Culture Debate Podcast, and talking SVU/OC and Psych (five eps in all) on Jacked Up Review Show.Visit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comYou can also call in and leave a voicemail at (507) 479-6440 and have your message played on the show.Next New Episode: ***MUNCHIES' CHOICE*** Season 14, Episode 3 "Twenty-Five Acts"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/munch-my-benson-a-law-order-svu-podcast--5685940/support.

Former Governor Mark Sanford has officially entered the race for South Carolina's 1st Congressional District.

While Senator Lindsey Graham faces criticism for vacationing at Disney World instead of working, South Carolina's political landscape is shifting with Mark Sanford officially entering the race for the 1st Congressional District. Meanwhile, despite the massive scale of the "No Kings" rallies, local media has offered celebratory coverage without asking critical questions, even as the movement sparks a broader debate over the unique rights and responsibilities tied to U.S. citizenship.

Politics remains an inherently unpredictable and often bizarre arena, driven by a cast of strange characters whose motivations rarely align with those of the average citizen. This eccentricity is on full display when elected officials like Senator Lindsey Graham prioritize Disney World vacations over urgent legislative duties, or when seasoned figures like Mark Sanford attempt political resurrections. The resulting landscape is a confusing mix of theatrical rallies and unchecked media praise, proving that the world of power operates on a logic all its own, where personal ambition often outweighs public service.

The March 30, 2026, edition of The Charlie James Show centered on the massive, well-funded "No Kings" rallies, critiquing the media's uncritical praise of the movement and its exposure of an "unreasonable" Democrat philosophy. The program balanced this with sharp rebukes of established politicians, questioning Lindsey Graham's fitness for office following a Disney World vacation and discussing Mark Sanford's congressional bid. Finally, the show tackled cultural and international flashpoints, including the United Methodist Church's support for gender surgeries for minors and the bizarre geopolitical tension surrounding Somaliland's interest in extraditing Ilhan Omar.

00:02 The left is rooting against America. And that's their, oh my gosh, they're not even hiding that fact anymore. And that is a fact. They're not even hiding it anymore. Once it is Scott Jennings over on CNN, listen to this. I don't understand your vibe. We're at war with people who have been at war with the Western civilization for 47 years. And you appear to me to be, you know, sort of cheering against American success. I hate to break it to you, but for 47 years. 00:31 They have killed American troops, maimed American personnel, waged war on the civilized world. They have missiles, they have drones, and they told our own negotiators they have a material for 11 nuclear bombs. Does this not seem imminent to you? This is a false choice, Scott. push. You can be against Iran, all the terrorism they support. You can be against Maduro and toppling them. You just don't want to do anything about it. Let me finish. me finish. That, you know who that is? Do you know who that guy is that's talking on CNN right now? 01:02 That is former South Carolina congressman from the first congressional district, Joe Cunningham. That's Joe Cunningham. 01:13 Yeah, that's the guy that beat Katie Arrington with the help of Mark Sanford, by the way, with a lot of help from Mark Sanford to win the first congressional district. Thankfully, he was only a one term congressman. Ooh, thankfully. But they are, they're rooting against America right now. Everybody over on the left. Oh, no, let me explain myself. You got nothing to explain because now I want you to take you over to MSNBC. 01:42 because we just had a former national guardsman show up at Old Dominion, shoot three people, killed one. 01:51 We find out that this guy, his name was uh Muhammad Jallow. 02:00 former Army National Guardsmen arrested in 2016 for providing material support to ISIS. A naturalized US citizen from Sierra Leone traveled overseas multiple times attempting to join ISIS. He was convicted in federal court and released from federal prison in 2024. Guy should have been in Guantanamo Bay. He should have been denaturalized. Then we got the vehicle that was 02:31 the Temple Israel Synagogue that's registered to a naturalized citizen from Lebanon. 02:44 But you know whose fault it is? Do you know whose fault it is? It's Donald Trump's fault. ...between Muslims in the West, Muslims and the people of the Jewish faith, in large part because of what's happening in Iran. And you have to wonder about the connectedness. You have to wonder about the ways in which this environment further radicalizes people. And you have to wonder fundamentally about the degree to which this White House, which has been caught completely flat-footed on a war of choice... 03:11 really has the personnel in place and actually the interest in keeping Americans safe. Because thus far, the data that we've been given, whether it's the Pentagon downplaying the brutality of the attack that killed the six American service members in Kuwait, whether it is the president wearing a baseball cap to a dignified transfer, whether it is the way in which he talks about the collateral damage of war, doesn't give you a sense that the safety and the security of the American people is paramount. 03:40 It's Donald Trump's fault. When that guy showed up at Old Dominion this morning armed, that was Donald Trump's fault. When that vehicle rammed Temple Israel, that was Donald Trump's fault. When those Muslims that vowed allegiance to ISIS threw a bomb in the streets of New York, that's Donald Trump's fault. When that guy showed up in New York wearing a ah 04:09 property of Allah T-shirt or hoodie and killed multiple people. That's Donald Trump's fault. It's all Donald Trump's fault. Let's go to Gene in Greenville and talk to him. Gene, what do you think about this? Well, so much to say, Charlie. It's incredible. But I want to go back to the year 2016, the Democrat National Convention. I don't know if you paid ...

Olivia Nuzzi is in the headlines again for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a source. Nuzzi's former partner, Ryan Lizza, is using his newsletter to make the claims about Nuzzi and…former Republican presidential candidate Mark Sanford in 2020. Lizza's ongoing, multi-part series about Nuzzi amid her book launch is an uncomfortable read for its florid prose and revenge porn vibes. Never forget: The New Yorker fired Lizza for unspecified sexual misconduct allegations in 2017, at the height of the #MeToo movement. Meanwhile, Lizza continues to target Nuzzi, who committed one of the most serious public ethical breaches in journalism with former Democratic-turned-independent presidential candidate and current Trump administration Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This week, Katelyn and Christine discuss the mess with Marisa Kabas, the acclaimed independent journalist who founded The Handbasket. As Kabas says, moral rot in elite journalism is killing the whole field.Stream on our YouTube channel—remember to ring the bell! Listen via Apple or Spotify. Be sure to check out the merch store—Merch Me, Daddy!Links:Marisa Kabas for The Handbasket: https://www.thehandbasket.co/p/moral-rot-elite-journalism-nuzzi-lizza-rfk-jr-trumpKatelyn Burns for Burns Notice: https://www.burnsnotice.com/olivia-nuzzi-is-an-embarrassment-to-journalism/The Guardian on Mark Sanford's Argentina scandal: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2009/jun/24/mark-sanford-infidelity-south-carolinaOlivia Nuzzi on Joe Biden's fitness: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/conspiracy-of-silence-to-protect-joe-biden.htmlKatelyn Burns for Vox on Biden/Sanders LGBTQ record: https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2020/3/6/21167777/sanders-biden-lgbtq-votersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit smokeempodcast.substack.comNancy and Sarah discuss political writer Olivia Nuzzi, who became the main character on Twitter this week when an excerpt from her new memoir, published in Vanity Fair, coincided with a bombshell story by ex-fiancee Ryan Lizza. The scandal included cameos by broadcaster Keith Olbermann, politician Mark Sanford, and Livvy, a pop-music persona Nuzzi created at 16. Nuzzi is a talented journalist who's appeared on this podcast. Last year, she lost her gig at New York magazine after news hit about an entanglement with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This sordid new chapter created a feeding frenzy among (many less talented) journalists, but Sarah and Nancy try to push past the schadenfreude to understand how we got here: the little girl drawn to the spotlight, fluent in the double-speak of politicians, and the ambitious young woman who lost both parents by 30. Also discussed:* That time Patty Hearst and the SLA hid out in Disneyland* The magic of the open road* “I like messy people.”* A political profile vs. a celebrity profile* Rule #1: Don't sleep with your sources.* Rule #2: Do not look through your significant other's stuff* The Keith Olbermann of it all* Vanity Fair and glamour of the 90s* Remember that time a governor from New Jersey was caught having sex with a dude, and it became a whole giant scandal? Yeah, us neither* More Monmouth Musings could use a better name …* Livvy, the “morally bankrupt” and “undeniably infectious” pop tartlet* The dirty-girl era of Ke$ha and Lady Gaga* The exhibitionism of the iPhone * Sarah will lay her chips on Nuzzi's futurePlus, Sarah can see alcoholism in people's eyes, Nancy reconnects with a former flame, a nearly unbelievable story about a 38-year-old unopened letter from Ken Kesey and much more!Make your world bigger. Become a paid subscriber.

SEASON 4 EPISODE 35: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-BLOCK (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Trump is now a lame duck. A lame Donald. A lame duck Donald. A lame Donald Duck. I like it. It’s not just that MAGA stood up to him and a GOP/Democratic coalition beat him 427 to 1 on Epstein. It's that that was something even most of the Washington political media industrial complex can understand, can process, can WRITE using the cliches in which they trafficked until Trump and his unprecedented madness came along. This looked all too familiar and they jumped on it with both feet and the same cliché: LAME DUCK. Fortune used it. NBC. Semafor. The National Review. Nate Silver's site asked "Is Trump A Lame Duck?" CNN's went further: "Is Trump A Lame Duck NOW?" It's so bad there was a Politico Lame Duck Listicle! "Seven signs Trump is losing his groove." And then the final nail: “It’s Official: Donald Trump is a lame duck by President”by Chris Cillizza, part of his weekly conversation with Chuck Todd. It's never over til it's over, Yogi, but it's over. B-BLOCK (25:00) SPECIAL COMMENT: I'm the character in The (Latest) Olivia Nuzzi story who gets shot in the first scene, but I still know more about her than almost any outsider and there is a lot to correct on her epically bad book excerpt in Vanity Fair, and the riposte by the more recent ex, Ryan Lizza, who was apparently told by Olivia that I was stalking her at the same time as Olivia was telling me there was a guy in Washington stalking her, named Ryan Lizza. The Nuzzi News is a Doozy and we all lose. This was to be a comeback; now she'll need an entirely new comeback to come back from her come back. And how does Vanity Fair keep her employed after the Mark Sanford accusation made her explanation of her RFK Jr lies into a separate lie? C-BLOCK (1:00:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Trump accuses himself of rigging the 2020 census. It was in July, but Bill O'Reilly insisted that Jeffrey Epstein was prosecuted by Biden and Garland, and refused to correct himself even after he was reminded Epstein died during Trump's first presidency. And Bill Maher says he's giving up touring because people who are half as funny are selling twice as many tickets. Who does he mean? The New York Jets? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congress approves Epstein files release, new Diddy charges, Tom Cruise on the attack, Georgia coed sends temperatures soaring, in search of a Hooters vest, and the Italian Kardashian gets busted. Register to win tickets to Michigan vs OSU right here thanks to Hall Financial. Get some merch today before it flies off the shelf. ML Soul of Detroit has merch available as well. Hooters is basically dead in Michigan. We call the last surviving one in Saginaw in search of Drew's favorite vest. The US House of Representatives and Senate voted to release “all” the Epstein files. Louisianna Rep. Clay Higgins is the only person to vote against releasing the files. Hmmmmm. Donald Trump and Saudi Arabian Prince MBS hooked up today at the White House. There is a brand new criminal investigation against Diddy. We roll through multiple creepy moments from Sean Combs. Harley Summer (HarleyisBae) is the new ‘it girl' after the television caught a few seconds of her boobs at a Georgia football game. Her TikTok is dedicated to those boobies. More and more info is coming out about would-be-Trump-assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks. Radiohead is touring once again. Sports: Dan Wetzel popped up on ML Soul of Detroit today. Sorry Drew… but James Franklin is the new coach of Virginia Tech football. The Detroit Lions are letting Drew down. The Detroit Pistons are rolling along. Cloudflare had an issue today and knocked a bunch of websites (including ours) down. Shedeur Sanders had his house burglarized during his NFL debut. Some Real Housewives were also burgled. Scientology: Danny Masterson is whining from prison. Scientology is on the down low recently. Suri Cruise is now Suri Noelle. Tom Cruise is bashing Nicole Kidman. Trudi has finally watched the Mission Impossible movies. Jeff Bezos is funding the Met Gala. He's also renovating a home for Lauren Sanchez. Reminder that Adolf Hitler had a tiny pee pee. Elon Musk takes a shot at back at Billie Eilish. Chiara Ferragni is the Kim Kardashian of Italy. Now she's in hot water. Charlie Saunders is a gross OnlyFans creator and it cost her dad his job for some reason. Kim Kardashian wants to be a lawyer so bad, but never will. We've received ANOTHER dash cam of an accident while listening to our program. Some people are saying there may be a warrant out for the arrest of Stuttering John Melendez. Olivia Nuzzi is finally telling her side of the story. She famously had a platonic affair with RFK Jr. Her ex points out that she also nailed the infamous Gov. Mark Sanford. Rap music is falling hard off the charts. “Principled individual” Nicki Minaj is speaking to the UN. Drew has found John Lennon music he's never heard before. There is a new John and Yoko documentary out on HBO Max. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

Megyn Kelly is joined by Emily Jashinsky, host of "After Party with Emily Jashinsky," to talk about Olivia Nuzzi's new memoir revealing wild and intimidate details about her texting relationship with RFK Jr., what the excerpt shows about the state of journalism, what Nuzzi's ex-fiance and fellow journalist Ryan Lizza is now revealing in his Substack, allegations Nuzzi had an affair with former presidential candidate Mark Sanford who was the subject of Nuzzi's reporting, the sordid reality show soap opera playing out in the press and political circles, the investigation into Trump's would-be assassin Thomas Crooks, questions about why the FBI hasn't released more information, new details emerging about his social media presence, the attacks on Tucker Carlson's son Buckley who works for JD Vance, attempts to smear and bully Vance in an effort to get him to disavow Tucker, Dasha Nekrasova being dropped from her agency and movie after her Nick Fuentes interview, the effort to cancel individuals for interviewing certain people, and more. Subscribe now to Emily's "After Party":Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/after-party-with-emily-jashinsky/id1821493726Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0szVa30NjGYsyIzzBoBCtJYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AfterPartyEmily?sub_confirmation=1  Masa Chips: Ready to give MASA or Vandy a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/MK and using code MK.Grand Canyon University: https://GCU.edu/MYOFFERCozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Go to https://cozyearth.com/MEGYN for up to 40% off.Byrna: Go to https://Byrna.com or your local Sportsman's Warehouse today.  Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The internet is not a cloud; it's a house of cards that is built on the foundation of a small number of companies. When one of those companies goes down, it becomes a widespread issue. We saw that today when Cloudflare's latest outage took out X, ChatGPT, Spotify, and other websites. Glenn breaks down how each outage affects you and ponders what happens when a foreign enemy goes after some of these critical companies. Texas has become the home of hundreds of mosques, as Glenn warns of the political religion that could lead to the complete takeover of Texas and the West. As more information comes out about the man who tried to assassinate President Trump, the FBI's failure comes to light. How did the FBI fail to stop somebody who openly threatened the president? Glenn and Stu further discuss the degenerate nature of the furry community. Justin Haskins, the Heartland Institute vice president and author of “The Next Big Crash,” joins to discuss the signs that a big economic crash is coming. Stu discusses an alleged love triangle involving RFK Jr., political reporter Olivia Nuzzi, and South Carolina politician Mark Sanford.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Ralph Norman has officially entered the South Carolina governor's race, promising to “clean up Columbia” and take on the entrenched political establishment. Known for his unwavering fiscal conservatism—even when it meant opposing Donald Trump—Norman brings backbone and a reform-minded agenda, including a proposed Department of Government Efficiency. The hosts explore the brewing primary showdown between moderate and hardline conservatives, the influence of past figures like Jim DeMint and Mark Sanford, and why this race is shaping up to be anything but boring. With potential entrants like Nancy Mace and policy positions from abolishing the state income tax to expanding gun rights, South Carolina's GOP primary could be a defining moment for the future of red-state governance.

Upper West Side, Lea Thone, Los Angeles, Indian Wells, Rain in Indian Wells and San Diego, Central Park April 2001, Al Gore chart, Very little snow in New York City anymore, Callback to Bully Tanner episode, Citizen Cope, Appalachian extends through the Berkshires, Lee in particular, Hike with Max and Milo, One granola bar, Trail marked with paint slashes, Markings spread out, Milo is 5 and Max is 8, Daryl with a horrendous sense of direction, Daryl concerned each time the markings are out of view, Visions of The Blair Witch Project, No phone on me, Boys made fun of me for years about that hike, Second hike included Alana, This time we really got lost, Park services picked us up in a golf cart, Max was just hiking in Zion and Bryce Canyon, Milo loved to make fun of Daryl for those hikes, Better to have Alana around on the second hike for a variety of reasons, No need to mention Mark Sanford 

In this hour, we dive into the latest political happenings in South Carolina. Bob Fetterly from the Pickens County GOP sheds light on the ongoing reorganization process, emphasizing the need for grassroots involvement in shaping the party's future and tackling financial issues within the GOP. Next, we hear from Katie, who shares her emotional experience at an immigration ceremony, followed by a discussion on the rise of minority Democrats in leadership roles and the ongoing pork-barrel spending in the state. The hour wraps with an in-depth analysis of South Carolina's upcoming gubernatorial race, featuring controversial candidates like Thomas Ravenel and Mark Sanford. Finally, Charlie takes on Maxine Waters' outrageous behavior at the Department of Education, questioning the motives behind her actions and dissecting President Trump's latest remarks. Tune in for a packed hour of political insight and drama! | https://www.audacy.com/989word | The Charlie James Show | Listen on Spotify : https://spoti.fi/3MXOvGP | Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-charlie-james-show-podcast/id1547262821 | Join our Live Stream Weekdays - 3pm to 7pm | Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/989word, Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2031096, X: https://twitter.com/989word, Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/989word/ | Red Meat, Greenville." 02/07/25

Former Governor, Congressman, and Presidential Candidate Mark Sanford joins me this week to discuss resilience, leadership, and lessons from his dynamic political journey. A prominent Republican figure, Sanford rose to national attention in 1994 as South Carolina's Congressman, quickly earning a reputation as one of the most fiscally conservative members of Congress. He later served two terms as Governor, implementing policies aimed at improving the state's business climate and job prospects. However, his career faced a turning point in 2009 due to a widely publicized affair that led to the end of his marriage and seemingly his political future.In a remarkable comeback, Sanford reclaimed his congressional seat in 2013 and became one of President Trump's few vocal Republican critics, a stance that ultimately led to his 2018 primary defeat. In his memoir, Two Roads Diverged, Sanford reflects on the defining moments of his public life, sharing candid insights on his mistakes, growth, and the lessons learned in maintaining integrity even when it's challenging. Sanford's story is a compelling look at resilience, redemption, and the complexity of American politics._______________________​More about Mark SanfordSanford burst onto the national stage in 1994 when he was elected to represent South Carolina's 1st congressional district. A fiscally conservative Republican, Sanford quickly gained a reputation as Congress's most fiscally conservative member, known for his unwavering commitment to reducing government spending. His political star continued to rise as he was elected Governor of South Carolina, serving two terms and accomplishing a long list of firsts designed to better people's lives and make the state more inviting for businesses and entrepreneurs.However, Sanford's life took a major turn in his sixth year as Governor. In 2009, a well-chronicled affair brought about the collapse of his 20-year marriage and what seemed to be the end of his political career. Yet, in a remarkable display of political resilience, Sanford made a comeback in 2013, winning a special election to reclaim his old congressional seat and serving until 2019.During his second stint in Congress, Sanford became known as one of President Trump's most vocal Republican critics, a stance that ultimately contributed to his primary defeat in 2018. Never one to shy away from a challenge, Sanford briefly threw his hat into the ring for the 2020 Republican presidential nomination, positioning himself as a voice for fiscal responsibility.Discover more about Mark Sanford at https://www.marksanford.com/_______________________Connect with Whitney McDuffAttribution Link: Whitney's Website Attribution Link: The Dames Group Attribution Link: Standing Ovation Society –––––––––––––––––––––––––––Track: Welcome — Declan DP [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: • Welcome — Declan DP | Free Background... Free Download / Stream:

With the election and its implications still fresh on everyone's minds, we're talking with two political scientists about some of the biggest national and local political scandals in recent history. Jaci Kettler and Charlie Hunt both teach at Boise State University and are the co-hosts of the new “Scandalized” podcast. They're digging into salacious tales of the past — from Rod Blagojevich to Mark Sanford — and the arrest of former Idaho Sen. Larry Craig in 2007. What can these stories teach us about our politics?  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Communications expert Tucker Eskew has been a participant in some of the most seminal moments in American political history over the course of the past 30+ years...a protege of the famed Republican strategist Lee Atwater, senior aide to the Bush 2000 win over John McCain in the fractious South Carolina primary, working in the White House the morning of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a stint representing the Bush Administration at 10 Downing Street in London, one of Sarah Palin's lead handlers during her whirlwhind 2008 VP experience...among many other momentous experiences during his decades in and around politics. In this conversation, Tucker talks his path to politics and his time as both observer and player in some of the most important moments in recent American history.IN THIS EPISODETucker's roots as the son of a journalist growing up in the Southeast...The DC internship that set him on a path toward working in politics...A couple of his favorite Strom Thurmond stories...Tucker, in his mid 20s, becomes Press Secretary for South Carolina Governor Caroll Campbell...Tucker remembers lessons learned from his mentor - the famed GOP operative, Lee Atwater...Tucker's role on the ground during the bruising, fractious 2000 South Carolina primary between Bush and McCain...Tucker talks the strategic acumen of Karl Rove...Tucker's role as a Bush spokesman in West Palm Beach during the 2000 post-election chaos...Tucker recounts his amazing story of working in the White House on the morning of the 9/11 terrorist attacks...Tucker works out of 10 Downing Street for months, partnering with British Prime Minister Tony Blair, in the aftermath of 9/11...Tucker's stint as one of the senior handlers for Sarah Palin during her tumultuous 2008 VP experience...Why John McCain had a sense of relief after losing the 2008 presidential race...Lessons learned from 19 years as a partner at the corporate comms firm Vianovo...AND Whit Ayres, the BBC, Doug Bailey, James Baker, Dan Bartlett, John Buckley, Blaine Bull, Alistair Campbell, Chad Man, Lon Chaney, Dick Cheney, Bill Clinton, the Coalition Information Center, Candy Crowley, Matthew Dowd, emergency bunkers, Ray Eskew, flashbulb moments, fog of war, Gerald Ford, Michael Gerson, the Greenville News-Piedmont, Albert Hawkins, Karen Hughes, Jesse Jackson, Greg Jenkins, Lafayette Square, Jim Lake, Joe Lieberman, Larry Lindsey, low bono, Mary Matalin, Bob McAllister, Anita McBride, Tim McBride, mimeographs, next man up, the News Literacy Project, Richard Nixon, Bob Novak, pocket doors, the Presidential Campaign Hotline, the Reagan/Bush 1984 war room, red light moments, Condaleeza Rice, the Roosevelt Room, Mark Sanford, South Lawn moments, sucker optimists, James Taylor, UPI, The University of the South, ugly babies, George Wallace, Jim Wilkinson & more!

After Eric unleashes a tirade against Pinterest, his winner for Most Homophobic Social Media Platform In Existence, he and Christopher kick off the next chapter of Sex Scandal Summer by serving up an hour of television that makes its host look worse than the scandalous subject. In episode 2, season 1 of THE UNITED STATE OF SCANDAL, entitled “Mark Sanford”, the notoriously unfaithful conservative Southern politician pales in comparison to host Jake Tapper, who, while making the story largely about himself, reveals distressing political biases hiding behind a strange soft-pedaled apology. In the end, Christopher and Eric are left craving some real journalism on this iconic political sex scandal — or maybe just a long hike on the Appalachian Trial with their favorite international reporters.

Mark Sanford is the former Governor of South Carolina and a former United States Congressman. Governor Sanford joins Adam to share his journey and his best lessons learned along the way. Governor Sanford and Adam discuss a wide range of topics: winning and losing elections; leadership; ethics; overcoming obstacles, challenges, and failure; authenticity; personal and professional development; relationships; and more.

Carlos Lozada is currently an Opinion columnist at The New York Times, after spending nearly 20 years at The Washington Post - where he earned the Pulitzer Prize in 2019 for criticism as The Post's nonfiction book critic. He's also an author, with his second book -  The Washington Book - recently published: a collection of essays exploring what books by and about D.C. power players reveal about the people and political conflicts that define Washington. In this conversation, Carlos talks his path from Peru to South Bend to D.C., his accidental route to working in the press, some of his favorite Washington books and stories, and deeply mining his own insights into our current political moment.IN THIS EPISODECarlos' personal journey from Lima, Peru to Washington D.C...Carlos "gateway drug" books into the genre of Washington books...How Carlos defines what exactly is a "Washington Book"...Carlos weighs in on what he considers some of the earliest Washington Books...Carlos' rave  review of the U.S. Grant memoir...The place of All The President's Men in the pantheon of Washington Books...Carlos' favorite cliches from presidential campaign memoirs...The D.C. corridors of power that are undercovered in Washington Books...The Washington Books that are purely exercises in settling scores...Carlos compares the Donald Trump of 2016 to the Donald Trump of 2024...The Washington Books that never were that Carlos would love to read...What reading Vladimir Putin revealed to Carlos about the Russian leader...Carlos' 101 on sharp essay-writing...Carlos waxes nostalgic about the late Washinton Post Outlook Section...AND The 1619 Project, Alexis de Tocqueville, all sorts of minutia, Jody Allen, the American Enterprise Institute, Carol Anderson, animating impulses, The Appalachian Trail, Appomattox, asymmetric polarization, Peter Baker, Steve Bannon, Bob Barnett, beleaguered officials, Joe Biden, Joan Biskupic, Kate Boo, George H.W. Bush, Robert Caro, Jimmy Carter, Jesus Christ, Julie Davis, drop-down menus, enabling environments, farm foremen, The Federal Reserve, Craig Fehrman, Foreign Policy magazine, full absorption, Susan Glasser, Garret Graff, Lindsay Graham, Alan Greenspan, Stephanie Grisham, Maggie Haberman, Susan Hennessey, Fiona Hill, Dustin Hoffman, holy crap anecdotes, David Ignatius, joining-ness, Jurassic Park, Bob Kaiser, Ibram X. Kendi, the Kerner Commission, Adam Kushner, Robert E. Lee, Joe Lieberman, Steve Luxenberg, Thomas Mann, David Maraniss, Mark Meadows, mid-level authoritarian regimes, military duds, Mark Milley, Robert Moses, Robert Mueller, murdered darlings, murky institutions, The New York Review of Books, Kirstjen Nielsen, Notre Dame, Barack Obama, obligatory campaign memoirs, obscene crescendos, Norm Ornstein, parallel histories, the paralysis of power, George Pataki, Tim Pawlenty, policy wonks, John Pomfret, Robert Redford, Marco Rubio, Mark Sanford, Michael Schaffer, Brent Scowcroft, Michael Shear, silent Moscow, John Sununu, Barton Swaim, targeted excerpts, Mark Twain, Mario Vargas Llosa, velociraptors, Scott Walker, Ben Wittes, Michael Wolff, Bob Woodward...& more!

Host of CNN's State Of The Union, Jake Tapper joins us to discuss his new CNN series United States Of Scandal, which includes the unethical behavior of Rod Blagojevich, Mark Sanford, John Edwards, and more. Plus, the Fani Willis case against Trump can continue if she or special prosecutor Wade remove themselves. And ... its an Antwentig. Are you ready for the truth? Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Subscribe to The Gist Subscribe: https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ Follow Mikes Substack at: Pesca Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vincent and Joel reminisce about some of their favorite episodes and talk about having guests ranging from Meet the Press's Chuck Todd to Mark Sanford and the famous "mother's day episode".  The Senators review the impact of the Podcast on their own lives and on the State of South Carolina, hit the highlights of national and statewide politics, and dig into a fascinating interview with newly elected Senator Tameika Isaac Devine. They talk about her priorities, affordable housing, education, and infrastructure, and what it's like being a new Senator. Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's most controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C. Support the showKeep up to Date with BITBR: Twitter.com/BITBRpodcastFacebook.com/BITBRpodcasthttps://bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com

Remember that politician who disappeared to South America for a week and then got busted sleeping with that hot Argentinian lady?

The 12 Days of Winter and Mark Sanford is Back with a Bad Take With Special Guest Host Heidi Harris https://www.audacy.com/989word The Charlie James Show   Listen on Spotify : https://spoti.fi/3MXOvGP Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-charlie-james-show-podcast/id1547262821   Follow us on Social Media Join our Live Stream Weekdays - 3pm to 7pm   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/989word Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2031096 X: https://twitter.com/989word Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/989word/   "Red Meat, Greenville." 12/26/23

Ali Velshi is joined by Rep. Don Bacon, (R) Nebraska, Maria Ressa, Nobel Prize winner and journalist, Devlin Barrett, Justice Reporter at The Washington Post, David Graham, Staff Writer at The Atlantic, Fmr. Rep. Charlie Dent Executive Director & Vice President of the Congressional Program at Aspen Institute, Fmr. Gov. Mark Sanford, (R ) South Carolina, Lindsay Dougherty, Vice-President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and David Polonsky, Award-winning Illustrator of ‘Anne Frank's Diary: The Graphic Adaptation'.

This episode of Speaking Of...College of Charleston is a special edition about cannabis legislation in South Carolina. The program is hosted by Washington Post columnist Kathleen Parker. Guest panelists include South Carolina State Senator Tom Davis, Gary Hess, the founder and executive director of the veterans alliance for holistic alternatives and Pawleys Island attorney Margaret Ann “Muffy” Kneece. Featured on this Episode:Kathleen Parker writes a weekly column on politics and culture. In 2010, she received the Pulitzer Prize for Distinguished Commentary "for her perceptive, often witty columns on an array of political and moral issues. gracefully sharing the experiences and values that lead her to unpredictable conclusions.” A Florida native, Parker started her column in 1987 when she was a staff writer for the Orlando Sentinel. She joined the Washington Post Writers Group in 2006. She is the author of Save the Males: Why Men Matter, Why Women Should Care (2008).“Parker writes with grace, wit and style and is always prescient, prophetic, ahead of the curve.” Doug Marlette, Political cartoonist & author (1949-2007)HONORS & AWARDSErnie Pyle Lifetime Achievement AwardSouth Carolina Academy of Authors2010 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary1993 H.L. Mencken Writing AwardParker divides her time between Washington, DC, and South Carolina —and points beyond. When she isn‘t immersed in writing, she enjoys interior design, an array of fur and winged friends, and long pauses with nature.Senator Tom Davis has lived in Beaufort, South Carolina, since 1985, practicing law at the firm of Harvey & Battey, P.A. He is the managing partner in the firm's real estate department. Sen. Davis obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Furman University in 1982, obtained a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1985. He served in Gov. Mark Sanford's administration as senior policy advisor, co-chief of staff, deputy chief of staff and chief of staff from 2003 to 2007. In November 2008, he was elected State Senator for South Carolina Senate District 46 and was re-elected to second and third four-year terms in 2012 and 2016. Gary Hess is the founder and Executive Director of the Veterans Alliance for Holistic Alternatives (VAHA), CEO of Teleleaf, and Partner of Dynamic Growth Solutions – organizations he founded to help destigmatize and provide access to medical cannabis.Gary served in the Marine Corps for 11 years, both enlisted and as an Infantry Officer. After serving during the heaviest levels of fighting in Irag, Gary experienced the challenges of living with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, chronic pain, and pharmaceutical dependency first-hand. He used cannabis not only to manage his conditions safely on his path to recovery, but also to catalyze and expedite Post-Traumatic Growth. He is now an advocate and activist for the use of medical cannabis in post-traumatic recovery – both for veterans and trauma survivors.Margaret Ann “Muffy” KneeceIn 1992 Muffy received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of South Carolina, with a major in History. She received her Juris Doctor from The University of South Carolina School of Law in 1995. After law school Muffy was employed with the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office.Muffy initially worked in the Family Court Division and was the Chief Prosecuting Attorney for the Fifteenth Circuit Family Court when she returned to her true passion as a General Sessions Assistant Solicitor for Georgetown County.  It was there she tried an array of cases from Murder, Homicide by Child Abuse, Criminal Sexual Assault, Armed R

This episode for our Host Randal Wallace may be the most fun of any we have done. It tells the story of the life of the Congressional District and region of South Carolina that was the 6th District of South Carolina. It opens after ABSCAM has ended John Jenrette's career and everyone involved is moving on from the scandal. The District was represented by John Napier for a single term, then by a Florence , South Carolina Democrat named Robin Tallon for a number of years. But after the 1990 census the former 6th District is divided up geographically and its political strength evaporates. Tallon steps down as James Clyburn is elected to serve the new 6th District which engulfs Florence County. While Horry County is placed in the South Carolina First District where it is dominated by Charleston S.C. Over the next twenty years the region  has several different Congressman all but one of which is from Charleston County with various interest levels for what is happening in Horry and Georgetown Counties. We are represented by Tommy Hartnett, Arthur Ravenell, Mark Sanford, Henry Brown (Berkely County) , and Tim Scott. Then in 2010 everything changed. A new census led to a big fight in the South Carolina State House as the state was awarded a new 7th Congressional District. We will see the maneuverings by the man who could rightfully be called the Father of the 7th district, Alan Clemmons, lead to the South Carolina Pee Dee Region finally getting its seat back in which the region was represented together. That is where the fun part for our Host begins as we relive that very first race for Congress and the election of that first 7th district Congressman  ensues. which eventually led to the election of Tom Rice.  A race in which our host, Randal Wallace,  was a small part as a candidate for Congress. We will also see the rise of our new Congressman Russell Fry, who attained the office just at the beginning of this year , 2024, after his endorsement by former President Donald Trump, and his historic election victory.All of which will lead us back to a final look at the remarkable life and contributions to our region of our first, and until this year, only Horry County native Congressman John Jenrette. His career was a rollercoaster ride of wild excess, historic success, and an enormously dramatic and historic fall, all of which happened in a pivotal 6 year period that laid the foundation for a region of the country that can now lay claim to the title the fastest growing area in the nation. History Nerds UnitedLet's make history fun again! Come listen to interviews with today's best authors.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Questions or comments at , Randalrgw1@aol.com , https://twitter.com/randal_wallace , and http://www.randalwallace.com/Please Leave us a review at wherever you get your podcastsThanks for listening!!

Comets have staying power because they orbit the sun, while shooting stars burn up as they crash through the Earth's atmosphere. The early take on Nikki Haley, who made her GOP presidential primary debut yesterday with a speech in Charleston, S.C., is that she's more likely to shine brightly for a moment and then fall to Earth. “[H]ers will be a highly conventional campaign,” wrote Rich Lowry after watching her announcement video, and “there will be a number of other candidates with as strong or a stronger case to represent generational change.” In a pretty brutal editorial this morning, the Wall Street Journal says there is “no clear rationale for her candidacy.” Over at the Times, they assembled 10 pundits to assess Haley's candidacy, and the majority opinion was that the two-term governor and former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations shouldn't be taken very seriously. “Nikki Haley Will Not Be the Next President,” reads the headline. We are old enough to remember when pundits in 2015 declared that Donald Trump would never be president, and we can recall nights in Iowa, New Hampshire and Nevada in late 2019 and early 2020 when the same was said about Joe Biden.  Haley acknowledged the low expectations set by the nattering nabobs. “I've been underestimated before,” she said. She entered politics in 2004 by defeating South Carolina's longest-serving House member. In 2010, she leapt from the statehouse to the governor's mansion after defeating a field of seasoned politicians in a GOP primary and overcoming her close association with disgraced Gov. Mark Sanford. Subscribe to the POLITICO Playbook newsletter Raghu Manavalan is the host and senior editor of POLITICO's Playbook Daily Briefing. Jenny Ament is the executive producer of POLITICO Audio.

Wesley Donehue has an unconventional background for a Republican consultant…growing up in public housing with two parents who struggled with drug addiction…but that upbringing fueled his passion to work in politics and his interest in crisis communications. In this conversation, we talk Wesley's path to politics, his work as a digital consultant for big GOP names like Lindsay Graham, Marco Rubio, Herschel Walker, and many more – and his recent book Under Fire, which lays out his 13 rules for how candidates, campaigns, and organization should handle crisis.IN THIS EPISODE…How failing a college class leads Wesley to a career in politics…How Wesley gravitated to an expertise in digital politics…Wesley talks best practices for digital politics…Wesley talks about the role that digital played on Lindsay Graham's $100M 2020 Senate re-election…Wesley on how anti-Trump candidates have gotten back into the good graces of Trump voters…Wesley on the best campaign managers he's worked with…Wesley talks how his chaotic upbringing led him to the field of crisis communications…What led Wesley to write Under Fire, his new book on dealing with crisis and cancel culture…Wesley talks the most importance of his 13 rules to deal with crisis…Wesley cites a politician who handled crisis especially poorly…Wesley's analysis of how Donald Trump handles crisis…Wesley on kitchen cabinets, preparation, and the question of apologies…Wesley touches on the recent crisis surrounding his firm's client Herschel Walker…Wesley recounts when he personally faced an effort to “cancel” him…Wesley talks his habits that have helped him develop an energetic work ethic…Wesley's recommendations when visiting his hometown of Charleston, SC…AND 1-star reviews, BLM, Calculus II, cold-and-flu season, cord cutters, Jim DeMint, Dow Chemical, earthquake plans, engineering majors, Ferraris, the gap and the gain, David Goggins, Trey Gowdy, Instagram, Ironman marathons, the King of Pop, the MCU, Pabst Blue Ribbon, pounds of flesh, Push digital, Joe Rogan, Mark Sanford, the scraps, Section 8 Housing, soul mates, stoicism, thin skin, Star Trek, U of South Carolina, Phil Vangelakos, vulnerability studies, yachts & more!

Vincent and Joel sit down with Will Folks from FITSnews to get a behind the scenes look at what's going to happen this year at the State House and hear riveting details about some of South Carolina's most prominent politicians.  They discuss how Mr. Folks went from bar bouncer in Five Points, Columbia to Press Secretary for the Governor, what it was like working for Mark Sanford, how one party super-majority is harming the state, and so much more. Get your latest Statehouse update and hear firsthand the rationale behind some of the legislature's controversial bills. Join Senators Sheheen and Lourie in this week's episode where they take a deeper look at upcoming legislation and lawmakers' actions in S.C.