Best Walter Edgar Podcasts (2025)

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SC A-Z - Back stories 34:10

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(This week we are going to be exploring South Carolina from A to Z. That’s the title of our sister podcast from which we will select topics that deserve a longer look that just 60 seconds.This time out we'll discuss the ambitious man whose name adorns a Christmas decoration; the aristocratic Royal Governor who just didn't "get" South…

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Does Subsidizing E-Bikes Reduce Carbon Emissions? A Chat With Anders Anderson 27:01

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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff and Scott talk with Anders Anderson, a finance professor at the Stockholm School of Economics about, his research evaluating Sweden’s nationwide e-bike subsidy. The program successfully doubled e-bike sales, but had only a modest impact on reducing car use—far less than survey responses suggested. People bought …

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Heart and Hand Extra - Avoiding a Greek Tragedy 45:00

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Cammy is back with the first Extra for season 25/26 as he and Colin McMillan discuss Rangers navigation through to the next Champions League qualifier with a draw in Athens, and look forward to the league kicking off on Saturday afternoon against Motherwell at Fir Park. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/heartandhand Try it risk-free now …

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The Madness of Lancelot Biggs by Nelson S. Bond 52:47

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There was more at stake than just a football game for Lancelot Biggs and the crew of the Saturn. So Biggs made a bargain; his rocket emblem in exchange for a new uranium condenser—and how it worked! The Madness of Lancelot Biggs by Nelson S. Bond. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Some of you have probably noticed that there haven’t been as m…

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“W” is for Wofford, Kate Vixon (1894-1954) 0:59

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“W” is for Wofford, Kate Vixon (1894-1954). Educator. The author of two books, Kate Vixon Wofford was nationally renowned for her expertise in rural education.By Walter Edgar

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“S” is for Slave codes 0:59

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“S” is for Slave codes. South Carolina’s earliest formal code of law regarding enslaved persons (1690) borrowed heavily from statutes governing slavery on Barbados.By Walter Edgar

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Remembering Ryne Sandberg with Pat Hughes & "Ryno" himself 49:39

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In this heartfelt episode, Fran Spielman and Pat Hughes commemorate the life and career of legendary Cubs player Ryne Sandberg, who recently passed away from prostate cancer at 65. The episode also features a past interview with Sandberg, offering further glimpses into his philosophy and approach to the game.…

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“S” is for Slave Badges 0:59

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“S” is for Slave Badges. Slave badges served as the physical proof required to demonstrate the legal status of enslaved persons hired out by their masters.By Walter Edgar

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Heart and Hand - Greece is the Word 42:15

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David is here joined by Adam and the returning David Graham after his five years away doing whatever it is he was up to! This week, the guys look back over the Panathanaikos and Middlesbrough games and look ahead to a huge night in Athens. EDMISTON HOUSE AUG 15 TICKETS https://edmistonhouse.co.uk/en-GB/events/heart%20and%20hand%20live%20summer%2020…

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“S” is for 6-0-1 Law 0:59

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“S” is for 6-0-1 Law (1924). The 6-0-1 Law, passed in March 1924, guaranteed at least a seven-month school term for all White children.By Walter Edgar

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Making a Refuge of Resistance: A History of the U.S. Sanctuary Movement with Lloyd Barba 55:06

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Is sacred space protective space? This question lies at the heart of the Sanctuary Movement. From the 1980s to the present, this practice has protected undocumented immigrants at risk of deportation by offering them refuge in churches, where federal immigration agents to this day still fear to tread. In this lecture, Lloyd Barba, Assistant Professo…

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Making a Refuge of Resistance: A History of the U.S. Sanctuary Movement with Lloyd Barba 55:06

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Is sacred space protective space? This question lies at the heart of the Sanctuary Movement. From the 1980s to the present, this practice has protected undocumented immigrants at risk of deportation by offering them refuge in churches, where federal immigration agents to this day still fear to tread. In this lecture, Lloyd Barba, Assistant Professo…

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Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar 47:25

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Fran Spielman interviews former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, discussing his views on legacy, his approach to public service, and significant moments from his political career. Edgar reflects on his pardon of Alderman Walter Burnett, his perspective on the death penalty, and his tenure during which he aimed to restore public confidence in state gove…

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“S” is for Seneca 0:59

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“S” is for Seneca (Oconee County; 2020 population 8,850).By Walter Edgar

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“R” is for Rock Hill Movement 0:59

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“R” is for Rock Hill Movement. Following the 1955 bus boycott in Montgomery and the 1960 lunch-counter sit-ins in Greensboro, African Americans in Rock Hill took the lead in energizing the civil rights movement in South Carolina.By Walter Edgar

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“P” is for Pinckney, Eliza Lucas (ca. 1722-1793) 0:59

9d ago0:59

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“P” is for Pinckney, Eliza Lucas (ca. 1722-1793). Planter, matriarch.By Walter Edgar

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“P” is for Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth (1746-1825) 0:59

10d ago0:59

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“P” is for Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth (1746-1825). Soldier, statesman, diplomat.By Walter Edgar

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The Star Beast by Damon Knight 31:48

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They called this strange tentacle-headed blob that had floundered into the System Oscar. They were to learn a better name. The Star Beast by Damon Knight. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Damon Knight returns to the podcast today with a story from Planet Stories Magazine. We will discover our story in the Spring 1949 issue on page 59, The St…

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“M” is for Mennonites 0:59

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“M” is for Mennonites. The Mennonites of South Carolina are a Protestant group descended from the Anabaptists of the Reformation.By Walter Edgar

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AI and Tax Research: A (third!) Chat with BlueJ Tax CEO Ben Alarie 35:57

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Send us a text Jeff and Scott chat for a third time with BlueJ CEO Ben Alarie about new innovations in tax research using artificial intelligence, especially how these tools are being used by tax practitioners, the efficiency gains to using them, and how BlueJ goes about continually improving these tax research tools.…

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“S” is for Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy 0:59

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“S” is for Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy. In 1829 the Catholic Bishop John England founded Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy in Charleston.By Walter Edgar

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Ald. Walter Burnett (27th) Reflects on 30 Years in Chicago Politics and Future Plans 1:03:02

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In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews Ald. Walter Burnett (27th), discussing his career highlights and the emotional farewell he received from the Chicago City Council. Burnett shares insights from his 30-year tenure, working with four Chicago mayors, and the challenges faced in political mediation and community development.…

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“R” is for Rugeley, Rowland (1738-1776) 0:59

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“R” is for Rugeley, Rowland (1738-1776). Author. One of South Carolina's earliest writers, Rugeley was born in England.By Walter Edgar

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“R” is for Rubin, Lewis Decimus, Jr. (1923-2013) 0:59

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“R” is for Rubin, Lewis Decimus, Jr. (1923-2013). Teacher, author, editor, publisher.By Walter Edgar

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Heart and Hand - Tactics Talk: Why Use Positional Play? 1:02:13

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In Episode 1 of our mini-series on Russell Martin's philosophy, Adam and Ally break down the foundations of position play and why it's central to how his teams control matches. From predetermined structures to stretching the pitch with width, we look at how this tactical approach can give players clarity and help create connections across the pitch…

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“P” is for Pollock, William Pegues (1870-1922) 0:59

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“P” is for Pollock, William Pegues (1870-1922). U. S. Senator.By Walter Edgar

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“P” is for the Pollitzer sisters 0:59

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“P” is for the Pollitzer sisters. Educators, suffragists, reformers. Carrie, Mabel, and Anita Pollitzer were all born in Charleston.By Walter Edgar

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You Were Right, Joe by J. T. McIntosh 33:40

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You Nailed the Future, Joe—Why Didn’t You See This Coming? You Were Right, Joe by J. T. McIntosh. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. We start the podcast today with a huge THANK YOU to you, our listeners around the world. We’ve just reached a new milestone — we’re now the #2 Science Fiction Podcast in Japan! That makes 44 countries where we ar…

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“M” is for Molloy, Robert (1906-1977) 0:59

21d ago0:59

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“M” is for Molloy, Robert (1906-1977). Novelist, editor, critic.By Walter Edgar

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The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe 31:55

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A man and his cat. A bond… broken. Then came the madness. The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe… That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Here’s another new 5-star review from Apple Podcasts Australia, courtesy of a listener named “Why make it worse?” “Fantastic Podcast - Can’t wait for each story. Every time I get in the car for the commute I check if I…

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“M” is for Moore, Darla Dee 0:59

22d ago0:59

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“M” is for Moore, Darla Dee. Business woman, philanthropist.By Walter Edgar

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David Axelrod on Chicago Politics, Mayor Johnson's Challenges, and Democratic Party Prospects 1:03:14

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In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews David Axelrod, a veteran political consultant turned commentator. The discussion covers a wide range of topics including the struggles of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, the upcoming mayoral race, and the challenges facing the Democratic Party on national and local levels. Axelrod shares his insights on key …

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“M” is for Moore, Andrew Charles (1866-1928) 0:59

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“M” is for Moore, Andrew Charles (1866-1928). Biologist, educator.By Walter Edgar

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“L” is for Lucas, Jonathan (ca.1754-1821) 0:59

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“L” is for Lucas, Jonathan (ca.1754-1821). Millwright. Born in England, Lucas immigrated to South Carolina around 1786, which proved a fortuitous time and place for the arrival of a talented young millwright.By Walter Edgar

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Heart and Hand - Beginning With the Belgians 37:07

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David and Cammy look back on yesterday's 2-2 draw with Belgian side Brugge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Heart and Hand

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“L” is for Loyalists 0:59

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“L” is for Loyalists. Perhaps twenty-five percent of White South Carolinians either actively opposed the movement for independence or supported British authority against the state government during the American Revolution.By Walter Edgar

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The Big Bounce by Walter S. Tevis 26:47

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Seeing it in action, anybody would quaver in alarm: What hath Farnsworth overwrought? The Big Bounce by Walter S. Tevis. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Today’s tale comes from an author whose name may not be as instantly recognizable as some, but whose work has left a lasting impact on both science fiction and American literature. Born in …

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“H” is for Huguenots 0:59

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“H” is for Huguenots. Huguenots are French Calvinists.By Walter Edgar

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The South never plays itself: The South on screen 42:02

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Ben Beard(Courtesy of the author) This time out we are bringing you an encore from our broadcast archive featuring a conversation with Ben Beard, author of The South Never Plays Itself: A Film Buff’s Journey Through the South on Screen (2020, UGA Press). Beard’s idiosyncratic narrative—part cultural history, part film criticism, part memoir—journey…

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“H” is for Huguenot Church (Charleston) 0:59

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“H” is for Huguenot Church (Charleston). Located at 140 Church Street, the French Protestant Huguenot church was the first Gothic Revival ecclesiastical building erected in Charleston.By Walter Edgar

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“G” is for Gregg, William (1800-1867) 0:59

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“G” is for Gregg, William (1800-1867). Manufacturer, industrial promoter.By Walter Edgar

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Ray Long Reflects on a Storied Career in Journalism 40:04

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In this episode, Fran Spielman welcomes Ray Long, a recently retired investigative reporter for the Chicago Tribune with over 45 years in journalism. Long discusses his career journey, including his early days covering City Hall with Spielman, memorable stories from his stint as a reporter, and significant events like the turbulent tenure of Mayor …

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“G” is for Greer, Bernard Eugene (b. 194 0:59

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“G” is for Greer, Bernard Eugene (b. 1948). Writer.By Walter Edgar

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D” is for Dunovant, John (1825-1864) 0:59

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“D” is for Dunovant, John (1825-1864). Soldier.By Walter Edgar

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Flight Through Tomorrow by Stanton A. Coblentz 24:04

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Super warfare has destroyed the old race of man, but elsewhere a new civilization is dawning… Flight Through Tomorrow by Stanton A. Coblentz. That’s next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. Stanton A. Coblentz was born in San Francisco, California, in 1896. He earned a master’s degree in English literature from the University of California, Berkeley, and b…

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Rain of Ash: Roma Jews and the Holocaust 1:06:22

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What paradoxes arise when victims of related persecution tell their stories next to, and after, each other? This question is at the heart of Ari Joskowicz’s highly acclaimed book “Rain of Ash,” which examines the unlikely entanglement of the histories of Jews and Romani people—the only two racialized groups the Nazis targeted for wholesale extermin…

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Rain of Ash: Roma Jews and the Holocaust 1:06:22

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What paradoxes arise when victims of related persecution tell their stories next to, and after, each other? This question is at the heart of Ari Joskowicz’s highly acclaimed book “Rain of Ash,” which examines the unlikely entanglement of the histories of Jews and Romani people—the only two racialized groups the Nazis targeted for wholesale extermin…

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“C” is for Chapman, Martha Marshall, II (b. 1949) 0:59

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“C” is for Chapman, Martha Marshall, II (b. 1949). Musician. Classified by many as a country-music artist, Martha Marshall Chapman,II, and her style nonetheless have been difficult to categorize.By Walter Edgar

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“C” is for Cleveland, Georgia Alden (1851-1914) 0:59

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“C” is for Cleveland, Georgia Alden (1851-1914). Writer, activist.By Walter Edgar

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WBBM's Craig Dellimore: Reflections on a Legendary Career in Journalism 37:12

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In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews Craig Dellimore, now retired City Hall reporter for WBBM News Radio 780. Craig reflects on his 25-year career covering Chicago politics, sharing his experiences from growing up in Jamaica, Queens, to his time working as a copy boy at The New York Times. He also recalls his memories of significant events, su…