Bourbon in The Back Room
Bourbon in The Back Room is hosted by former state senators Vincent Sheheen and Joel Lourie, covering South Carolina politics, legislation and state connections. The show has 172 episodes, released roughly every eight days, with a median length of about 53 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach South Carolina political insiders through long-running weekly conversations with former state senators
- 172 episodes with interviews of candidates, officeholders and analysts across South Carolina
- Live episodes recorded at events, including university and city venues
- Regular listener engagement with statewide election and legislative topics
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, live event recording
- Tone
- candid, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
A funding link labelled 'Support this Podcast' points to the Buzzsprout support page, but no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Explicit flag is set in the feed, but recent titles are political interviews and election coverage with no visible profanity or adult content; political content is the main consideration.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | bourboninthebackroom.buzzsprout.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1550598280 |
| RSS feed | rss.buzzsprout.com/1625422.rss |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| LIVE! Midterm Elections and the University of South Carolina - Guest U | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 19 min |
| LIVE! From Furman University - Mayor of Greenville, Knox White | 2026-10-06 | 58 min |
| Attorney General Candidate Richard Hricik | 2026-09-21 | 23 min |
| S.C. Commissioner of Agriculture - Hugh Weathers | 2026-09-15 | 57 min |
| SC Workforce and Economic Activity - Guest, SCDEW Director, William H. | 2026-09-01 | 1 h 1 min |
| State Budget and State Politics - Guest Maayan Schechter | 2026-08-18 | 54 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 8 days.
An inside look at politics with Senators Sheheen and Lourie. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the important, fun, and sometimes weird world of South Carolina Politics. Learn how the laws that impact your life every day get made and find a unique perspective on connections around the state!
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About Bourbon in The Back Room
Bourbon in The Back Room is a South Carolina politics podcast hosted by Vincent Sheheen and Joel Lourie, two former state senators, according to the show's feed and website. Each episode features interviews with candidates, officeholders, and analysts, along with live recordings, and the show has released 172 episodes at a cadence of about one every eight days. A typical episode runs about 53 minutes, and the Apple Podcasts listing shows 200 ratings with a 4.8 average.
Listeners are estimated, not measured, to number roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an audience skewing toward adults aged 35 and older in the United States. The feed shows no visible sponsors in its recent episodes, though it includes a 'Support this Podcast' funding link. The show is best suited to brands serving South Carolina professionals and civic campaigns.
Sponsorship is estimated at $90 to $625 per host-read episode, based on the show's estimated download range. Sponsors who want a neutral, politically aware environment in South Carolina may find this a fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Bourbon in The Back Room can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Bourbon in The Back Room
How much does Bourbon in The Back Room charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener signals, not a published price.
What is Bourbon in The Back Room about?
It is a South Carolina politics podcast hosted by former state senators Vincent Sheheen and Joel Lourie, featuring interviews with candidates, officeholders and analysts, plus live episodes.
How do I contact Bourbon in The Back Room about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.