Tara presides over the Upstate's #1 all news/talk morning show every weekday on News/Talk 989 WORD.Tara's faithful listeners are affectionately known as 'Tara-ists' because of their passion and participation in the show.Tara was named 2021 Best News Talk Show and Best overall Personality, AGAIN, by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association! Tara took home the same honors in 2018 and was also named 2016 'Personality of the Year!'In addition, Tara has also won over two dozen state and national journalism awards for column writing, news reporting and investigative reporting while working for three newspapers and writing for a variety of national publications. She won a first place reporting award from the North Carolina Press Association for an investigative series about the weaknesses in Charlotte's overburdened court system, which regularly let murderers off the hook with less than 15 years in prison. Due to her work, that system has been reformed.Tara is also a winner of the prestigious first place Green Eyeshade Award, a national award for column writing from The Society of Professional Journalists. Tara took to the airwaves about 15 years ago to do a radio show heard up and down the coast and fell in love with bypassing her editors to talk straight to the people. Tara hasn't stopped reporting, and still brings her investigative journalism to the show. Tara is a mom, wife and talk radio convert-- and weekday mornings she's live and local on News/Talk 989 WORD.Are you a 'Tara-ist'? It's time to get captured!     more

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South Carolina State Representatives Brandon Guffey #48 and Heath Sessions #46 opine on the current legislative session over a pint. Produced by: Tad Atkinson more

Gardening and horticulture news and tips, as well as agricultural information from Amanda McNulty, the host of SCETV's 'Making It Grow' and Clemson University Extension Agent. Produced by South Carolina Public Radio.Making It Grow Minutes are produced by South Carolina Public Radio, in partnership with Clemson University's Extension Service. more

South Carolina News and Info TrackerStay updated with 'South Carolina News and Info Tracker,' your go-to podcast for daily news highlights and updates. From political developments to local events, we provide the essential news you need to stay informed about what's happening in South Carolina. more

Rapp on Jazz, co-produced by South Carolina Public Radio and the ColaJazz Foundation, highlights the Palmetto State's connection to the history of jazz music and the current jazz scene. Join Mark Rapp, executive director of the foundation and host of SC Public Radio's ColaJazz Presents , for these 60-second segments covering everything from famous South Carolinians like Dizzy Gillespie and Eartha Kitt to the 'Big Apple' dance craze of the 1930s to the best clubs to experience jazz in the state. more

South Carolina Lede is a podcast about the people, issues, and events shaping the Palmetto State. Join host Gavin Jackson and reporters from across the state each week for in-depth discussions of the biggest news affecting you, your family, and your fellow South Carolinians from state politics and legislative happenings inside the state house to the ongoing effects of the pandemic and more. It's the factual and timely information you need, with a dash of irreverent fun to keep it all interesting. more

'While I Breathe I Hope.' It's the state motto of South Carolina. It's about surviving and fighting and overcoming despair.While I Breathe is a wide-ranging program from the ACLU of South Carolina about the most important civil rights and civil liberties issues of our time. We feature interviews with people living and working on the front lines. We'll learn a few things and get to work building the state we deserve. more

A fearless dive into backwater scandals, secrets, and power struggles, revealing how politics and corruption play out not just in Elloree, South Carolina — but in rural communities across America.Each week, community advocate Krista Hassell and actor Timothy Gibbs unpack the good, bad and ugly aspects of small-town life in America. more

Welcome to 'Charleston's Retirement Coach,' hosted by Brandon Bowen, seasoned financial advisor and founder of Bowen Wealth, LLC. Each week, join Brandon as he unpacks the complexities of planning for retirement with straightforward, actionable insights tailored specifically to help you achieve financial peace of mind.In Charleston and beyond, retirement planning can seem daunting. Brandon brings over two decades of experience directly to you, covering everything from investment strategies and estate planning to tax considerations and insurance options. Whether you're an early-career professional beginning to save, or you're nearing retirement age and need to refine your plans, this show has something valuable for you.Brandon's down-to-earth approach makes financial concepts accessible to all, no matter your level of financial knowledge. 'Charleston's Retirement Coach' strives to equip listeners with the knowledge they need to navigate their retirement journey confidently. Tune in to transform how you think about retirement.Secure your future with Brandon Bowen, and take the first step towards a retirement filled with freedom and stability. Subscribe now to never miss an episode of Charleston's Retirement Coach.Like what you hear? Get a second opinion today ? https://bit.ly/3WoNJZTAlso on Facebook and YouTube. more