Take On The South

By: Institute for Southern Studies University of South Carolina
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  • Take On The South, the podcast of the University of South Carolina's Institute for Southern Studies, examines the highs and lows of the American South through interesting conversations about everything from gumbo to grits, pro wrestling to poetry, and identity to Interstate highways. Join us as we take on the South!
    Institute for Southern Studies, University of South Carolina
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Episodes
  • S4E9--Students of the South: Voodoo Magic, Conjuring & More with Dylan Kobus

    S4E9--Students of the South: Voodoo Magic, Conjuring & More with Dylan Kobus
    Nov 28 2024

    In this episode, Matt sits down with Dylan Kobus, the 2024 recipient of the David G. Ellison Graduate Student Fellowship, to discuss his southern upbringing and research on southern magic conjuring. Together, they explore how these practices bridged diverse groups, blending medicinal knowledge with cultural traditions in the post-bellum era. Follow us on Take on the South socials!
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    41 mins
  • S4E8--Students of the South: DINKWADS in Greenville with Sophie deMaine

    S4E8--Students of the South: DINKWADS in Greenville with Sophie deMaine
    Nov 27 2024

    In this episode, Matt chats with Sophie deMaine, a rising sophomore at the University of South Carolina and the second recipient of the 2024 Neuffer Family Scholarship in Southern Studies. Sophie reflects on growing up in Greenville, a town now being transformed by DINKWADs—dual-income, no kids, with a dog households. She discusses how the town's vibe has changed and the challenges of dealing with Northern classmates' negative stereotypes of the South.


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    23 mins
  • S4E7--Students of the South: Sweet Tea & COLA with Addy Lee

    S4E7--Students of the South: Sweet Tea & COLA with Addy Lee
    Nov 26 2024

    In this episode, Matt chats with Addy Lee, a senior at the University of South Carolina and one of the two recipients of the 2024 Neuffer Family Scholarship in Southern Studies. Addy discusses growing up in Columbia, South Carolina, and the contrasts between her Southern roots and Northern family background. She also shares her journey in Southern Studies and her plans after graduating in May.


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    37 mins

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