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Grand Strand Politics
by Randal Wallace
🎙️ Grand Strand Politics “The inside story of power, growth, and change along the Grand Strand.” A local podcast from Randal Wallace Presents A podcast covering the people, decisions, and issues shaping life along South Carolina’s Grand Strand—from Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach to Surfside Beach and across Horry County. Local politics isn’t abstract—it affects growth, development, taxes, public safety, and the future of the community. This show breaks down what’s happening, who’s involved, and what it means for residents, business owners, and voters across the Grand Strand. From city council decisions to county-wide issues and election coverage, Grand Strand Politics provides context, insight, and a clear look at the forces shaping one of South Carolina’s fastest-growing regions. 🎧 What You’ll Hear Local elections and candidates Development and growth debates
Episodes
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The Endorsements in the 2026 South Carolina Governor's and Attorney General's Run off Races with a bombshell ending..
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS — Episode 46 The Endorsements for the 2026 Runoff Elections Governor and Attorney General of South Carolina With South Carolina's primary elections complete and the runoff campaigns entering their final stretch, Grand Strand Politics brings you a special...
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Primary Night 2026: Addresses for South Carolina Governor and U.S. Senator in both Primaries
Send us Fan Mail Primary Night 2026 Addresses for South Carolina Governor and U.S. Senator in Both Primaries A Grand Strand Politics Special Election Night Broadcast Election night is one of the great traditions of American democracy, and in this special edition of Grand Strand Politics, we bring...
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Alan Wilson and Mike Reichenbach for Governor Rally at the Boathouse in Myrtle Beach June 3, 2026
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT Alan Wilson and Mike Reichenbach for Governor Rally The Boathouse, Myrtle Beach — June 3, 2026 In this special event edition of Grand Strand Politics, we bring you full coverage of the gubernatorial campaign rally featuring Alan Wilson and Mike...
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The 150 year old GrandDaddy of them All!! A Day at the Galivants Ferry Stump ( Ernest Hollings & Joe Biden )
Send us Fan Mail Looking Back at the Granddaddy of Them All!! A Day at the Galivants Ferry Stump with Ernest Hollings and Joe Biden Sometimes politics isn't found in television studios, campaign headquarters, or social media feeds. Sometimes it's found under the shade of South Carolina trees,...
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The Horry County Republican Stump from the Peanut Warehouse (Part 2) The South Carolina Statewide Candidates: U.S. Senate, Secretary of Agriculture, Governor and the Keynote Address by U.S. Representative Russell Fry R- SC 7th
Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our special coverage of the Horry County Republican Stump from the historic Peanut Warehouse in Conway, the focus shifts from local races to the candidates seeking statewide and federal office in what is shaping up to be one of South Carolina's most important…
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The Horry County Republican Stump (part 1) The Local candidates: Horry County School Board, Horry County Council, and the South Carolina State Representatives event hosted by Autry Benton
Send us Fan Mail The Horry County Republican Stump (Part 1) The Local Candidates: Horry County School Board, Horry County Council, and South Carolina State Representatives In this special edition of Grand Strand Politics, we bring you Part 1 of the Horry County Republican Stump, an event designed...
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LIndsey Graham at the Trestle in Conway S.C. on May 28, 2026
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT Lindsey Graham at The Trestle in Conway, South Carolina In this special event edition of Grand Strand Politics, we bring you full coverage of Senator Lindsey Graham's campaign stop at The Trestle in downtown Conway as he continues his bid for...
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Pamela Evette for South Carolina Governor Live from North Myrtle Beach May 26, 2026
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette Campaign Event in Myrtle Beach In this special event edition of Grand Strand Politics, we bring you coverage of a campaign stop by Pamela Evette as she met with supporters and community leaders in the Myrtle...
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The Myrtle Beach Vietnam Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony May 23, 2026
Send us Fan Mail In this special broadcast edition, we bring you the full dedication ceremony for the new Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Myrtle Beach — a moving and heartfelt tribute honoring the service, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of the men and women who served during the Vietnam War. More…
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South Carolina Attorney General Candidates Debate in Myrtle Beach Stephen Goldfinch, David Pascoe and David Stumbo Part 2
Send us Fan Mail This is the second of two episodes where we let you listen in on the Attorney General's race debate from the Robert Reed Recreation Center in Myrtle Beach. This debate had some fireworks and it was also very informative. I think all three candidates did an impressive job. Enjoy!...
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South Carolina Attorney General Candidates Debate in Myrtle Beach Stephen Goldfinch, David Pascoe and David Stumbo Part 1
Send us Fan Mail This is the first of two episodes where we let you listen in on the Attorney General's race debate from the Robert Reed Recreation Center in Myrtle Beach. This debate had some fireworks and it was also very informative. I think all three candidates did an impressive job. Enjoy!...
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT - LINDSEY GRAHAM SWING THROUGH MYRTLE BEACH part 2 - The Campaign Event Live from The Veteran's Cafe in Myrtle Beach
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT Lindsey Graham Swing Through Myrtle Beach (Part 2) The Campaign Event — Live from the Veteran’s Cafe in Myrtle Beach In Part 2 of our special coverage of Senator Lindsey Graham’s swing through Myrtle Beach, we take you live to the Veteran’s…
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT - LINDSEY GRAHAM SWING THROUGH MYRTLE BEACH part 1 - The Logan's Law Press Conference with Stephen Federico and Congressman Russell Fry
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS SPECIAL EVENT Lindsey Graham Swing Through Myrtle Beach (Part 1) The Logan’s Law Press Conference with Stephen Federico and Congressman Russell Fry In this special event edition of Grand Strand Politics, we bring you coverage of Senator Lindsey Graham’s…
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Russell Fry South Carolina Gubernatorial Candidates Forum Part 2: : Congresswoman Nancy Mace, Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, and Congressman Ralph Norman
Send us Fan Mail Russell Fry South Carolina Gubernatorial Candidates Forum — Part 2 Featuring Congresswoman Nancy Mace, Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, and Congressman Ralph Norman In this special rebroadcast edition, we continue our coverage of the South Carolina Gubernatorial Candidates…
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Russell Fry South Carolina Gubernatorial Candidates Forum Part 1 : Senator Josh Kimbrell, and Attorney General Alan Wilson
Send us Fan Mail Russell Fry South Carolina Gubernatorial Candidates Forum — Part 1 Featuring Senator Josh Kimbrell and Attorney General Alan Wilson In this special rebroadcast edition, we bring you Part 1 of the South Carolina Gubernatorial Candidates Forum hosted by Russell Fry — an event that...
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A Housekeeping Episode to talk about Season Three Starting Now
Send us Fan Mail Introducing our Third Season, and why it is beginning so quickly after the end of our Second Season. The coverage of the 2026 South Carolina Elections.
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS Season Three Preview : The 2026 Election - Governor and U.S. Senate plus Horry County Council
Send us Fan Mail GRAND STRAND POLITICS — Season Three Preview The 2026 Election: Governor, U.S. Senate, and Horry County Council Season Three of Grand Strand Politics is here — and it begins with a look ahead to one of the most important election cycles in South Carolina in years. In this preview...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW with Councilman Cam Crawford (Part 8, The Season Two Finale) Personalities and Politics (B) Rep. Mark Kelly, Governor Henry McMaster and we wrap it all up
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview with Councilman Cam Crawford (Part 8 — Season Two Finale) Personalities and Politics (B): Rep. Mark Kelly, Governor Henry McMaster, and Closing Reflections In Part 8 — the Season Two finale of our John Bonsignor series — we bring this remarkable set…
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW with Councilman Cam Crawford (Part 7) Personalities and Politics (A) Henry Brown, Russell Fry, & Alan Clemmons
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview with Councilman Cam Crawford (Part 7) Personalities and Politics (A): Henry Brown, Russell Fry, & Alan Clemmons In Part 7 of our continuing series, John Bonsignor and Horry County Councilman Cam Crawford take a step back for a wide-ranging, personal...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW (Part 6 Special Edition) A Tribute to BENNIE SWAN, the Community Law Enforcement Appreciation Committee and BIG TALK
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview (Part 6 — Special Edition) A Tribute to Bennie Swan, the Community Law Enforcement Appreciation Committee, and Big Talk In Part 6 of our John Bonsignor series, we pause to honor a remarkable life of service and community leadership — a tribute to the...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW with Councilman CAM CRAWFORD (Part 5) Congressman Henry Brown, The South Strand Republican Club, The TDF, & The Media
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview with Councilman Cam Crawford (Part 5) Congressman Henry Brown, The South Strand Republican Club, The TDF, & The Media In Part 5 of our John Bonsignor series, we continue our second day of conversations — this time joined by Horry County Councilman Cam...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW (Part 4 Special Edition) A Rebroadcast of BIG TALK with Paul Gable and guest: Randal Wallace (currently the host of the Wallace Podcast Network) from 2018
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview (Part 4 — Special Edition) A Rebroadcast of Big Talk with Paul Gable and Guest: Randal Wallace (2018) In Part 4 of our John Bonsignor series, we present a special edition — a rebroadcast of Big Talk from 2018, featuring Wallace Podcast Network host...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW (Part 3) Broadcasting, Paris, the Philippines, and Betty Sue Bonsignor
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview (Part 3) Broadcasting, Paris, the Philippines, and Betty Sue Bonsignor In Part 3 of our ongoing series, we explore the most personal chapter yet in the life of John Bonsignor — the early experiences that shaped the broadcaster, public figure, and...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW (Part 2 Special Edition) A Rebroadcast of BIG TALK with Paul Gable and Guest: Former Congressman John Jenrette
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview (Part 2 — Special Edition) A Rebroadcast of Big Talk with Paul Gable and Guest: Former Congressman John Jenrette In Part 2 of our John Bonsignor interview series, we present a special edition — a rebroadcast of Big Talk, featuring a memorable...
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THE JOHN BONSIGNOR INTERVIEW ( Part 1) BIG TALK, Politics, and The Grand Strand Opera Workshop
Send us Fan Mail The John Bonsignor Interview (Part 1) Big Talk, Politics, and The Grand Strand Opera Workshop In this first installment of our eight-part interview series, we sit down with a true pioneer of local media and civic life in the Grand Strand — John Bonsignor, longtime host of Big…
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MAYOR HIRSCH (Part 6) Ethel Hirsch, Myrtle Beach World War 2 Memorial Address, and some lasting advice....
Send us Fan Mail In our final episode in this special series we will listen in as Mayor Hirsch talks about his wife of many years, Ethel Hirsch. Her many contributions to his successful life, and career, and the raising of 10 children. The real keys to happy life are right here to be learned in...
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MAYOR HIRSCH (Part 5) Mayor of Myrtle Beach 1973 - 1977 ( 6 Part Series)
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, in our special series, looking at the career of former Mayor Robert Hirsch, we look back at his arrival in Myrtle Beach and his single term as Mayor. It was a term of extraordinary accomplishment, much of which may not be as well known by the public in general...
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MAYOR HIRSCH (Special Edition) Introducing you to Strom Thurmond, Governor Jim Edwards, and General George S. Patton
Send us Fan Mail In this special Edition within our special series I thought it was important to introduce you to three of the names you have heard or will hear in our series. As a person in my 50s who has worked in or around politics my entire life these names are familiar to me. That may not be...
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Mayor Robert Hirsch (Part 4) The Holocaust and the End of the War (Special 6 Part Series)
Send us Fan Mail As the War came to its end it brought about the confirmation that up to that point had been known but not confirmed. That the horrific genocide of a people had gone on throughout Europe. The Deathcamps that were discovered , one by one , by the Allied troops as they moved closer…
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Mayor Robert Hirsch (part 3) Operation Market Gardens (special 6 part Series)
Send us Fan Mail Operation Market Garden was an enormous effort led by General Montgomery that included 41,268 troops from Allied countries. It was designed to capture several bridges so that the Army could cross over into Germany and , with any luck, end the war by Christmas of 1944. The overall...
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Mayor Robert Hirsch (Part 2) Operation Overlord (6 part special Series)
Send us Fan Mail Operation Overlord, known to the world as D-Day, was the beginning of the end for the Nazi Regime of Adolf Hitler. It was the start of the Allied march across the European Continent. Bob Hirsch had not yet arrived in England in time to take part in the invasion. However, a decade...
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THE BLONDE BOMBSHELL - The Life of Robert Hirsch available at Amazon
Send us Fan Mail This is a quick announcement about the recent book release titled "The Blonde Bombshell: The Life of Robert J. Hirsch" available now on Amazon. We can highly recommend this book and we hope you will join us over the next few episodes as we look back at our documentary on the…
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FEBRUARY 2026 : A Preview for across The Wallace Podcast Network (WPN) An exciting month of podcasts
Send us Fan Mail February 2026 on the Wallace Podcast Network — One Month. Three Podcasts. A Shared Journey Through History. This February, all three shows across the Wallace Podcast Network come together for a powerful month of storytelling that connects world history with hometown legacy. On...
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS episode 17 : Robert Hirsch - OUR MAYOR (Part 1) Preparing for War
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this rebroadcast of our documentary series on the life and legacy of former Myrtle Beach Mayor Robert J. “Bob” Hirsch. This series originally explored the remarkable journey of a man whose life mirrored the story of the World War II generation — Americans who came of…
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS Episode 16: WAYNE GRAY 2026 Humanitarian of the Year
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Grand Strand Politics — the show where we explore the stories that shape our community, our history, and the people who make a difference. I’m your host, Randal Wallace. Today we honor a man whose service to the City of Myrtle Beach and Horry County runs deep — both...
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS Episode 15 : Looking back at North Myrtle Beach's Mayor MARILYN HATLEY
Send us Fan Mail Grand Strand Politics – Season Two, Episode 15 “Looking Back at North Myrtle Beach’s Mayor Marilyn Hatley” In this episode, we look back on the extraordinary 24-year mayoral career of Marilyn Hatley, the longest-serving mayor in the history of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina,...
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS Episode 14: A Look back at Myrtle Beach Mayor JOHN RHODES
Send us Fan Mail Rebroadcast: A Tribute to Mayor John Rhodes (Five Years Later) This special rebroadcast revisits our original tribute to former Myrtle Beach Mayor John Rhodes, who passed away five years ago this month. The episode opens with a brief new reintroduction before presenting the...
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GRAND STRAND POLITICS Update about the Coming Attractions for Season 2!!!
Send us Fan Mail Coming Attractions & Housekeeping: What’s Ahead in Season Two of Grand Strand Politics In this special “housekeeping” episode, we roll out the roadmap for Season Two and preview the major stories and tributes you won’t want to miss. First, we look ahead to the Mark Kruea Era as…
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Grand Strand Politics 2026 The MARK KRUEA ERA BEGINS (Season Two Premiere) episode 13
Send us Fan Mail Season Two Premiere: The Mark Kruea Era Begins A new chapter in Myrtle Beach politics is officially underway. In the Season Two premiere of Grand Strand Politics, we break down the first City Council meeting of the Mark Kruea era and take an early look at what kind of leadership...
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Grand Strand Politics 2025 Myrtle Beach City Council Run Off Wrap up and thank You edition Episode 12 (First Season Finale)
Send us Fan Mail This episode is a simple thank you for tuning in and joining our Grand Strand Politics Group. Congratulations to Mayor Elect Mark Kruea, Councilman Mike Lowder, Councilwoman Jackie Hatley, and returning councilman Phil Render, and also Congratulations to the new Mayor of North...
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Grand Strand Politics The Results and the 2025 Myrtle Beach City Council Run off Election Episode 11
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we look back at the election of Mayor Elect Mark Kruea and Councilman Mike Lowder and then review the Myrtle Beach City Council Race. We share our own thoughts for the race and the recommendation of Mayor Elect Mark Kruea. The 2025 Myrtle Beach City Council Run…
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J Black Out and About Interviews with the Myrtle Beach City Council Candidates episode 10
Send us Fan Mail Our podcast wishes to thank J Black Out and About for the use of his interviews with the various City Council and Mayoral candidates. This episode is with 6 of the council candidates that he interviewed. We earlier used the interview with Mark Kruea, a candidate for Mayor. So…
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The 2025 Myrtle Beach Mayoral Forum from the Market Common Episode 9
Send us Fan Mail The 2025 Market Commons - Grand Dunes Debate at the Robert Reed Recreation Center featuring all five Mayoral Candidates: Mayor Brenda Bethune Former Mayor Mark McBride Mark Kruea Daniel Aumen Eva Rigney Hosted by Bob Jubak former anchorman with WBTW in Myrtle Beach/Florence
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The 2025 Myrtle Beach City Council Forum from the Market Common Episode 8
Send us Fan Mail This episode is the debate from the Robert Reed Center put together by the Market Commons Home Owners Association group and the Grand Dunes Sub Associations. All of the City Council Candidates appeared. Former WBTW-13 News Anchor Bob Juback was the host of the event. This is a…
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The Forest Dunes Homeowners Association 2025 Myrtle Beach Mayoral and City Council Meet and Greet Oct 18, 2025 Episode 7
Send us Fan Mail The Forest Dunes Homeowner Association every election cycle invites all the Myrtle Beach City Council and Mayoral candidates to come speak at their Association meeting. It is always a very interesting event. This one was no different. It was a chance to hear all of the candidates...
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The 2025 NAACP Myrtle Beach Mayoral Forum from Horry Georgetown tech (Part B) Episode 6
Send us Fan Mail This is part B of the NAACP Candidates forum and this one features the Mayoral candidates. One candidate, incumbent Mayor Brenda Bethune did not appear. This debates features the other four candidates for Mayor : Mark Kruea, Mark McBride, Eve Rigney, and Daniel Aumen. It is the...
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The 2025 NAACP Myrtle Beach City Council Forum from Horry Georgetown Tech (Part A) Episode 5
Send us Fan Mail Here is the NAACP forum for the candidates for the Myrtle Beach City Council. There was one candidate unable to be there Dr. Phil Render but all the others were in attendance. Enjoy this opportunity to learn the positions of the candidates for Myrtle Beach City Council in 2025.
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Myrtle Beach Mayoral and Council Meet and Greet from the Robert Reed Recreation Center - Episode 4
Send us Fan Mail This is the Myrtle Beach Municipal Meet and Greet from late September of 2025. It features all the candidates for Mayor of Myrtle Beach and most of the candidates for Myrtle Beach City Council. Our Host, Randal Wallace, a former Myrtle Beach City Councilman, also served as the MC...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
🎙️ Grand Strand Politics
“The inside story of power, growth, and change along the Grand Strand.”
A local podcast from Randal Wallace Presents
A podcast covering the people, decisions, and issues shaping life along South Carolina’s Grand Strand—from Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach to Surfside Beach and across Horry County.
Local politics isn’t abstract—it affects growth, development, taxes, public safety, and the future of the community.
This show breaks down what’s happening, who’s involved, and what it means for residents, business owners, and voters across the Grand Strand.
From city council decisions to county-wide issues and election coverage, Grand Strand Politics provides context, insight, and a clear look at the forces shaping one of South Carolina’s fastest-growing regions.
🎧 What You’ll Hear
Local elections and candidates
Development and growth debates
HOSTED BY
Randal Wallace
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🎙️ Grand Strand Politics “The inside story of power, growth, and change along the Grand Strand.” A local podcast from Randal Wallace Presents A podcast covering the people, decisions, and issues shaping life along South Carolina’s Grand Strand—from Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach to Surfside...
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