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Small Business "Backbone" Podcast — 62 episodes

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Are illegal immigrants voting? Not according to the conservative Heritage Foundation's own data.

2

Is NextEra/Dominion merger good for low-income residents? Appleseed says no.

3

Tired of high electric bills? Expert talks about plug-in solar.

4

Energy expert expresses concerns about Santee Cooper's proposed rate hikes

5

Small business warned about AI tools liability

6

Many SC small towns are on a "Roster of Shame" for corruption, mismanagement and infighting

7

GOP Gubernatorial candidate, Rom Reddy, warns of the danger of corporate money in elections

8

Gubernatorial candidate Nancy Mace ready to take on data centers

9

New report sheds negative light on South Carolina transparency on data center incentives

10

Senator Leber on needed AI regulations: The longer we ignore it, the harder the fight is going to be.

11

Senator Kennedy pushes for small business property tax relief

12

Deepfake expert has warning for all politicians

13

SC Professor talks about his experience in Minnesota

14

National non-profit consumer organization pushes for states to regulate AI

15

National coalition supports regulating AI to protect the public

16

Sierra Club managing attorney gives update on state efforts to regulate data centers

17

Rep. Brandon Guffey on protecting children from digital threats

18

Georgetown, SC, Mayor-Elect makes case for his Forward Party and city’s economic future

19

Crisis with access to capital for small businesses explained by former U.S Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary, Antonio White--Backbone" Podcast

20

Protecting the "Rule of Law" is goal of national small business organization

21

SC GOP state Senator defends “freedom of speech”. Criticizes government silencing efforts

22

National Guard network expresses concerns on misuse of state armed forces

23

More than 12 million small business owners and employees are facing a dramatic rise in health insurance premiums, unless Congress acts

24

Lt. Governor Evette talks about her background, McMaster’s surprise ask, issues, and her take on her gubernatorial opponents

25

Karen Riordan leading association of nonprofits

26

Rep. Hamilton Grant—drum major to state legislator—leadership counts

27

First-term Senator Ed Sutton talks liquor liability, energy and childcare access

28

Rep. Heather Bauer sees the need for a stronger Democratic Caucus on important issues

29

Freshman House member, Robert Reese, talks about what led to his run, DEI, and energy

30

Sen. Rex Rice calls this year one of the best legislative sessions and explains

31

Rep. Seth Rose on social media literacy, the transformation of Columbia's Five Points, and padel tennis (????)

32

First term Senator, Allen Blackmon, talks about the experience and major bills

33

Rep. Jerry Govan points to SC's strong economy to question why an anti-DEI bill

34

Senator Darrell Jackson reminisces on his 32 years of service and changes

35

Ayesha Driggers talks about the many services of the City of Columbia’s Office of Business Opportunities

36

General contractor, Cliff Wilson, discusses how immigration and tarrif policies are impacting his business

37

Rep. Gil Gatch shares fascinating story of his background and talks about family law, the budget and tort reform

38

SC Senate President Thomas Alexander shares the history of his position and his fentanyl bill

39

Representative Todd Rutherford, House Minority Leader, discusses legalized gambling, second chance for previously incarcerated and ticket scalping

40

Representative Micah Caskey describes functions of Rules Committee, the budget process and pay for local law enforcement

41

Representative Brandon Newton discusses the House budget, taxes and election laws

42

Rep. Blake Sanders relates interesting stories of his life adventures

43

Rep. Roger Kirby shares information of the problems facing rural South Carolina

44

Nick Callas, a Columbia attorney, explains Social Security disabiliy and challenges to the system

45

Senator Ronnie Cromer talks South Carolina's high boat tax

46

Representative Spencer Wetmore of Charleston discusses her infrastructure bill to help cities manage growth, DEI and human trafficking

47

Senator Tameka Isaac Devine discusses need for firearm liability insurance and other issues

48

Representative Craig Gagnon talks about chiropractic, healthcare education and Medicaid expansion

49

Angela Barrett talks about her two podcasts: "Talking South Carolina" and "4 All Things Lexington"

50

Representative Jay Jordan talks about the issues of energy, teacher pay, school choice and more

51

Representative Neal Collins discusses his many bills addressing public education

52

Election reform is the focus of several bills introduced by Representive Jermaine Johnson.

53

Senator Majority Leader Shane Massey discusses legislative priorities, energy and tort reform

54

Senator Brad Hutto talks about his role as minority leader, AI generated child pornography and state energy needs.

55

Representative Davey Hiott talks about his role as Majority Leader

56

Senator Russell Ott discusses education and election reform

57

Senator Tom Davis talks about nuclear energy's possible role in the state's future energy needs

58

Dr. Vicki Young - CEO of The South Carolina Primary Health Care Association

59

Energy Sustainability and Small Business Challenges: A Conversation with Eddy Moore

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Introduction to Small Business "Backbone" Podcast