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Black White and Blue in the South

Dr. Jumelle Brooks and Bill Kimler

Welcome to "Black White and Blue in the South," the dynamic podcast that unites two progressive Democrats with distinct perspectives on the pressing issues of our time. Join hosts, Dr. Jumelle Brooks and Bill Kimler, as they engage in candid conversations about politics, society, and the pursuit of a more equitable future.

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01:24:55

I Have Uranium Already (with Kyle Freeman and Sylvia...

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/05/07

We welcome two candidates who may appear on every South Carolinian’s ballot next year!Kyle Freeman (for US Senate)Sylvia Wright (for SC Superintendent of Education).You can also WATCH this episode and see all of the clips played as well as the guests we interviewed over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening Banter

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01:10:58

Or Better Yet... Again?

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/04/23

We are on Spring Break, so here is a best-of episode to tide you over. We’ve compiled a bunch of hilarious “Or Better Yet” segments that open each of our episodes.You can also WATCH this episode with tons of never-before-seen footage over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening Banter (0:00:00)Introduction (00:01:02)From Episode 34:

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01:28:00

Never Correct an Enemy Making Mistakes! (with Rep...

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/04/11

We’re thrilled to host South Carolina House Representative Heather Bauer as we covered a wide range of topics and received an exclusive peek behind the curtains at how things operate at the SC State House.You can also WATCH this episode (and see all the clips we play) over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening (0:00:00)Introduction

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01:23:11

Did You Know? The Big Bad Budget Boondoggle! (Pt 2)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/03/28

We’re back at the South Carolina State House with Day 2 of the marathon budget debate. If you thought Day 1 was crazy, the wheels absolutely came off during Day 2! You’ll want to hear every minute of this compelling show.You can also WATCH this episode (and see all the clips we play) over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening

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55:40

Did You Know? The Big Bad Budget Boondoggle! (Pt 1)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/03/26

With more drama than is found in a Real Housewives episode, the South Carolina State House debated over the 2026 budget over the course of three days. There were heroes. There were villains. There were alliances forged and broken. You won’t want to miss this episode!You can also WATCH this episode (and see all the clips we play) over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently

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01:23:56

“Stewed Moose” (with Caroline and Phillip Dennis)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/03/12

In our most captivating episode to date, we spoke with Phillip and Caroline Dennis, two ordained pastors who were in the air nearly 25 years ago while the attacks of 9/11 were happening. Their plane was diverted to a small town in Canada along with dozens of others, a heartwarming tale of humanity and compassion that was captured in the award-winning musical, Come From Away.We also welcome back former guest and candidate for SC State House, Matt Vilardebo!You can also WATCH this episode (and see all

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51:00

Voting in Their Imaginary Tax Bracket

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/03/05

We had over an hour’s worth of news analysis left over from our last episode so we’re dropping this unexpected treat to you during our “off” week!You can also WATCH this episode (and see all the clips we play) over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening (0:00:00)Introduction (00:01:24)ICE Deporting Those Here Legally

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01:17:26

Weaponized Ignorance (with Anjene “AJ” Davis)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/02/26

We’re excited to speak with education and civil rights activist Anjene “AJ” Davis! Hailing from Charleston, South Carolina, AJ is the founder of the Lowcountry Black Parents Association and co-founder of Pro-Truth South Carolina.You can also WATCH this episode (and see all the clips we play) over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree

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57:40

The Clustermuck Continues (with Michael Layer)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/02/05

We continue our conversation with Michael Layer, candidate for SCDP 3rd Vice Chair as we cover pressing news items and other miscellanea.You can also WATCH this episode (and see all the clips we play) over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening (0:00:00)Mass Deportations Have Begun (0:03:05)Mayor accuses ICE of detaining vet, U.S

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01:07:04

They Created This Clustermuck!

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/01/29

We welcome Michael Layer, candidate for SCDP 3rd Vice Chair to our show! We interview him as well as dive deep into the committee hearings in Columbia, SC that have just kicked off.If you would rather watch this episode (and see all the clips we play) you can do so over on our YouTube channel.Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening (0:00:00)SC Senate can’t

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01:19:19

Do I Earn a Grammy for That?

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2025/01/15

We're back for our third season! Jumelle & Bill recaps what's occurred since they last recorded in October including November's election results. We then cover some important happenings from across the country and in South Carolina. Send us your questions and comments! You can find our email address and links to all of our social media accounts and past episodes conveniently in one spot on our LinkTree page.Opening (0:00:00)McCravy Resigns (YouTube)SC legislator loses leadership role, asks to be

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01:38:26

I Am Candidate, Hear Me Roar!

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/10/23

In this bonus episode of Black, White and Blue in the South, we focus on several candidates who will be on the ballot here in Greenwood, SC. From US Congress to School Board and everything in between (include your humble hosts) we hear unedited speeches from those who are looking to serve in public office.Opening (0:00:00)Dr. Jumelle Brooks for SC House 12 (0:02:28)jumelleforsc.comBill Kimler for SC House 13 (0:13:43)kimlerforsc.com"We Have a Choice commercial (YouTube)Francie Kleckley for SC Senate

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01:15:37

Candidate Speed Dating (live @ MCDP Fish Fry)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/10/09

We interview Jay Parmley (Executive Director of the South Carolina Democratic Party) and nine candidates for office in the most guest-packed show we ever recorded!We also say our final good-byes (for now).Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Opening & Intro (0:00:26)Jay Parmley, Executive Director of the SCDP (0:01:04)South Carolina Democratic PartyCompulsory voting (Wikipedia)Tim Kelly, Candidate for McCormick County Sheriff (0:14:06)timkellyforsheriff2024.comTitle 56 - Motor Vehicles (South Carolina Code

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01:33:46

You Almost Made Me Curse! (with Dee Elder and Amanda...

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/09/25

It’s a show full of guests and almost curses!Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Opening & Intro (0:00:38)I'm Just a Bill - Schoolhouse Rock [YouTube]The Project 2025 Song! [YouTube]On the Campaign Trail (0:08:14)The Harris-Trump Presidential Debate (0:14:00)Full video of Harris-Trump Debate (CNN YouTube)Kamala Harris effectively baited Donald Trump during the debate, drawing out his insecure white masculinity (The Conversation)SC Dept of Education & PragerU (0:23:02)SC educators raise concerns over

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01:44:44

Progressive Doodling (with The Letterhack, Matt...

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/09/11

We welcome comic artist, author and progressive podcaster Matt Strackbein (aka The Letterhack)!Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Opening (0:01:12)Intro (0:007:18)On the Campaign Trail (0:09:15)Jumelle takes over the GWCDP Breakfast Meeting (YouTube)Bill’s Campaign Speech at GWCDP Breakfast Meeting (YouTube)Yet Another School Shooting: Apalachee High School (0:22:20)Mother of mass shooting suspect called Apalachee High School with warning after getting alarming text, grandfather says (CNN)Discussions erupted

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01:34:20

Torts and Drams (with Rauch Wise & TJ Jenks)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/08/27

We welcome lawyer extraordinaire Rauch Wise and local restaurant manager TJ Jenks for a no-holds barred discussion about Liquor Liability laws in South Carolina!Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Opening (0:01:13)Photo: JD Vance In Drag at Beer Pong Party—Unlike His Friend (Daily Beast)JD Vance in the Donut Shop (@HowardMortman)JD Vance in the Park (@samcahntent)Intro (0:008:12)Montague's RestaurantOn the Campaign Trail (0:10:31)Bill's new yard sign design (Spoutible)Chucks & Pearls Day (National

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01:34:35

Welcome to the Jockey Lot! (with Emily Mayer)

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/08/14

We can't believe we got one of our she-roes, Emily Mayer, to join us for this epic discussion about her amazing political journey in South Carolina and a whirlwind tour of what's happening in our county and in our state.Pre-show banter (0:00:00)Opening (0:00:58)Republican congress accomplishments (@realdlhughley on Instagram)Congress limps toward the end of a disappointing session, with just 78 laws to show (South Carolina Daily Gazette)Intro (0:07:28)Frogmore StewOn the Campaign Trail

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01:41:18

What is Brat? Who is Brat? Are We Brat?

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/07/31

It's a jumbo-sized episode, but it's been a jumbo-sized week of national events, hasn't it? We welcome SC House Candidate Clemson Turregano as he talks about his campaign and helps us make sense of what just happened at the top of the Democratic Party!Opening (0:00:00)Intro (0:01:22)Michael Knowles Show claiming that liberals have a weak meme/trolling game (YouTube)Trump makes very weird noises and hand gestures (@MeidasTouch on Twitter)Hood Politics with Propaganda (iHeartRadio)On the Campaign

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01:24:20

Let Us Indoctrinate Your Kids!

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/07/17

Opening (0:00:00)Happy Birthday to Us! (0:00:51)An Acapella Happy Birthday Song (by Sonny Vande Putte on YouTube)Our very first episode: Let 'em ALL debate President Biden?The All About Nothing PodcastWhat the Pod Was That?On the Campaign Trail (0:17:57)Francie Kleckley for SC SenateJessicka Spearman for SC SenateClemson Turregano for SC State HouseSC Festival of Discovery in Greenwood, SCBuena Vista Latin CafeAssassination Attempt on Former President Trump (0:28:30 )Here's what we know about Thomas

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01:21:53

This One Took The Cake!

Black White and Blue in the South ·

2024/07/03

We're back after a little June break and boy did we have a lot to get off our minds!Opening (0:00:00)Abortion Cake! (0:00:39)Facebook post from Rep John McCravyRemembering Eric Childs (0:05:34)Upstate political candidate killed in crash (Fox Carolina)Democrats will have a candidate for Upstate House seat following fatal crash (SC Daily Gazette)Jessicka Spearman for Senate (https://spearmanforsc.com/)A Podcast Review and Trump Youth (0:10:39)On the Campaign Trail (0:17:44)The story of Barack Obama

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