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Walter Edgar's Journal

South Carolina Public Radio
South Carolina
Charleston
Civil Rights Movement
International African American Museum
Slavery
Transatlantic Slave Trade
Gadsden's Wharf
South Carolina History
Prohibition
Civil War
Ashley’s Sack
Harry Truman
Middleton Place
David Drake
Isaac Woodard
Genealogy
Methodism
George Singleton
Southern Cooking
Jewish Culinary Traditions

From books to barbecue, and current events to Colonial history, historian and author Walter Edgar delves into the arts, culture, and history of South Carolina and the American South. Produced by South Carolina Public Radio.

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Latest Episodes

Today we’ll be switching things up a bit. Instead of Walter and Alfred interviewing a guest we will have a guest interviewing Walter.

The conversation is part of the Spring 2025 program put on by the University South Caroliniana Society: “E is for E... more

In his book Grant’s Enforcer: Taking Down the Klan Guy Gugliota offers a gripping story of the early years after the Civil War and the campaign led by President Ulysses S. Grant’s attorney general Amos T. Akerman to destroy the Ku Klux Klan. Akerman,... more

This week we’ll be talking with Dr. Kathleen DuVal about native Americans in Colonial South Carolina.

Long before the colonization of North America, Indigenous Americans built diverse civilizations and adapted to a changing world in ways that reverb... more

This fall we are celebrating 25 years of Walter Edgar’s Journal!

We thought that a good way to start that celebration would be to look back on the launch of our podcast. So, this week we bring you an encore of our final *broadcast* episode of May 20... more

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Recent Guests

Beryl Dakers
President of the University South Caroliniana Society and longtime producer with SCETV.
University South Caroliniana Society
Episode: "E" is for Edgar
Guy Gugliotta
Author of 'Grant's Enforcer: Taking Down the Klan' and a Vietnam veteran
Episode: Grant’s Enforcer: Taking down the Klan
Kathleen DuVal
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian specializing in Native American history
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Native nations in colonial South Carolina
Ben Beard
Author of 'The South Never Plays Itself, A Film Buff's Journey Through the South on Screen'
Episode: The South never plays itself: The South on screen
Molly Fortune
CEO of the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission
South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission
Episode: The Francis Marion papers: The legend, tactics and life of the Swamp Fox
Rick Wise
Director of the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust, co-editor of the project
South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust
Episode: The Francis Marion papers: The legend, tactics and life of the Swamp Fox
Ben Rubin
Co-editor of the Francis Marion papers project
Episode: The Francis Marion papers: The legend, tactics and life of the Swamp Fox
Kevin Sack
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of "Mother Emanuel, Two Centuries of Race, Resistance, and Forgiveness in One Charleston Church"
Episode: Mother Emanuel: Two centuries of race, resistance, and forgiveness
Scott Romine
Author of The Zombie Memes of Dixie
Episode: The Zombie Memes of Dixie

Host

Walter Edgar
Host of a cultural and historical analysis program focusing on South Carolina's history and societal issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 195 ratings
  • Great Intro to Indigenous American History

    I enjoy all of your cultural and historical programs, but I especially enjoyed today’s conversation with Dr. Kathleen DuVal about our colonial history with Indigenous Americans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Azalea240
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you, Walter!

    Thank you for teaching me so much about our amazing state! I’ve enjoyed your content for years!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben Wineland
    United States3 months ago
  • Getting away from interviews of people actually from SC

    I love the show because it was unique to South Carolina southern history, it seems like they are no longer interviewing true SC natives. The show is quickly becoming a show of people from the outside writing nothing but books about race and politics, very disappointing

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Scpodcast
    United States4 months ago
  • SC history

    Always enjoy the story telling of SC history and culture by well curated guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WolfCat8
    United States10 months ago
  • Favorite radio show finally a podcast!

    Since podcasts became a thing, I’ve wanted Walter Edgar to have one. That day is here, and I couldn’t be happier! Thanks for being here. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bean...jean
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep insights into South Carolina's history and culture, praising the engaging storytelling and knowledgeable guests.
There are some criticisms regarding a perceived shift away from local stories to more external perspectives, suggesting a desire for more authentic local narratives.
Many have expressed admiration for the host's ability to make complex historical topics accessible and relevant to today's social issues.

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"E" is for Edgar
Q: What are you doing with these memories from the Vietnam War?
I have started editing my own Vietnam letters, which are personal reflections from my time there.
"E" is for Edgar
Q: Why did you choose to become a teacher?
I prefer to identify as a teacher rather than a professor and I have a passion for sharing knowledge.
"E" is for Edgar
Q: What makes you tick, Walter?
My fascination with history and storytelling, which I've pursued throughout my life.
Native nations in colonial South Carolina
Q: What strategies did the Cherokee use to maintain their identity?
The Cherokee tried to centralize their nation in response to external threats and to gain a foothold in modernity while maintaining their distinct tribal traditions.
Native nations in colonial South Carolina
Q: What does the term 'race' mean in the context of Native Americans?
Native Americans were often seen by Europeans as a singular race, but historically, they identified with specific tribes, rejecting the concept of racial categorization imposed by Europeans.

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This podcast provides an extensive exploration of South Carolina's rich history, arts, and culture, often featuring conversations with noteworthy guests like authors, historians, and civil rights activists. Topics range from Native American history and plantations to the American Revolution and contemporary issues of race and identity, reflecting the complex narratives that shape South Carolina and the broader Southern United States. Unique content includes in-depth discussions tied to current events and the personal reflections of those who have shaped or chronicled the state's past.

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