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The Ancient Strawberry with David Shields
On this episode, Mark sits down with Dr. David Shields, known as "The Flavor Saver," as they discuss his attempts at preserving some of the most endangered fruits and vegetables in the country. They…
S5E21 The Southern Beat-down with Paul Quigley
On this episode, Mark sits down with Director of the Virginia Center for Civil War Studies, Paul Quigley, as they discuss Representative Preston Brooks' historic caning of Senator Charles Sumner in…
S5E20 The Mississippi Misfortune with W. Ralph Eubanks
On this episode, Emily Allen sits down with former Director of Publishing of the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., W. Ralph Eubanks as they discuss his upbringing in Mississippi and how the…
S5E20 Southern Redemption with Scott Gould
In this episode, Emily Allen sits down with South Carolinian author Scott Gould as they talk about his 2025 book, "Peace Like a River," his writing process, and how important southern storytelling…
McNair Conversations | Coach Frank Beamer
Professor Mark Smith sits down with legendary football coach and 2026 Honoree for the McNair Conversations on the American South, Frank Beamer, as they talk about his historic time at Virginia Tech…
S5E19 Art with Artist David McGee | feat. Dr. Nancy Tolson & Katia Zavistovski
On this special episode, Dr. Nancy Tolson sits down with Houston-based artist David McGee and Bechtler Museum of Modern Art Curator Katia Zavistovski as they discuss David's art process as well as…
S5E19 Archive Talk with Dr. W Eric Emerson
On this episode, Mark sits down with the Director of the South Carolina Department of Archives and History, Dr. W. Eric Emerson, to talk about his unconventional career path, his role as the Director…
S5E18 Murder Memories with Dick Harpootlian
On this episode, Mark sits down with fellow SC Senator and attorney Dick Harpootlian as they talk about his time serving as the lead defense counsel for high-profile killer Alex Murdaugh, and his…
S5E16 Columbia's Movie Star with Julian Adams
In this episode, Mark sits down with Columbia-native actor Julian Adams as they discuss his southern upbringing, his producing background, and the many stories he has from working with some of…
S5 Anne Frank's Deeper Story with Dr. Doyle Stevick
Mark sits down with founder and director of the Anne Frank Center at the University of South Carolina, Dr. Doyle Stevick, as they discuss his teaching journey, an in-depth guide to the center, and a…
S5E14 Pub Subs are Goated!? | Southern Hot Takes: Extended
Fellow Southern Studies student Robert sits down with Ava and Sophie, as they give their honest opinions on Southern hot takes collected from people in the local area. This is the extended part 4 of…
S5E13 Buc-ee's is Overrated?! | Southern Hot Takes Pt.3
Mark sits down with two Southern Studies students, Ava and Sophie, as they give their honest opinions on Southern hot takes collected from people in the local area. This is Part 3 of the 3-Part…
S5E12 Southerners Can't Drive?! | Southern Hot Takes Pt.2
Mark sits down with two Southern Studies students, Ava and Sophie, as they give their honest opinions on Southern hot takes collected from people in the local area. This is Part 2 of the 3-Part…
S5E11 Sweet Tea is Bad?! | Southern Hot Takes Pt.1
Mark sits down with two Southern Studies students, Ava and Sophie, as they give their honest opinions on Southern hot takes collected from people in the local area. This is Part 1 of the 3-Part…
S5E10 "Sinful" Faith Talk w/ Jamie Quatro
Matt sits down with New York Times Notable author Jamie Quatro as they talk about her Western upbringing, their similarities growing up in the church, and how her recent book, Two-Step Devil, tackles…
S5E9 BBQ College Course?! w/ Prof. Matthew Simmons
On this episode, Mark sits down with fellow host and professor Matthew Simmons to discuss his spring semester course, SOST350: BBQ: Southern History and Culture on a Plate. They delve into the…
S5E8 Huge Forest Acres Project w/ Stephen Oliver
Mark sits down with small business owner and Forest Acres City Councilman, Stephen Oliver, as they discuss his Southern roots and what he and the council are planning for the future of Forest…
S5E7 Mark and Molly Squash Their Rev. War Beef
Mark sits down with the CEO of 'SC250', Molly Fortune, as they settle their grievances about the Revolutionary War. They discuss the many sides people often forget about the conflict and talk about…
S5E6 Crazy Photo Stories w/ Mark Morrow
Matt sits down with acclaimed journalist, author, editor, and photographer Mark Morrow to talk about his start in USC’s School of Journalism, his “Photographing Southern Writers” exhibition at the…
S5E5 Jeff Blake's Top 10 Drone Moments
Jeff is back! Mark sits down with the acclaimed and super talented Jeff Blake to go over his 10 favorite drone shots of Columbia over the years. Some of which have a powerful backstory. Follow us on…
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