Start Streaming These Local Columbia Podcasts

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Whether you’re keen to gain insight from local business leaders, curious about the world of art, or simply love a good story,
Columbia has an assortment of podcasts to cater to your interests. From riveting interviews with influencers to captivating explorations of nature and culture, these local podcasts offer something for everyone.

Engaging Discussions with Cola’s Mayor

Around Town with @Cola Mayor is an entire series where Mayor Daniel Rickenmann presents engaging dialogue with notable personalities of Columbia. Since his election, the mayor has aired 47 episodes featuring guests like USC Athletics Director Ray Tanner and Riverbanks Zoo CEO Tommy Stringfellow, providing residents new insights into their city.

Artistic Insights with The Binder Podcast

From the heart of the Columbia Museum of Art comes The Binder Podcast. Hosted by Ray McManus, this podcast serves as a meeting point for art and insightful conversations, bringing together writers, artists, and scholars for monthly exploration of creativity, culture, and community dialogues.

Midland’s Rich Culture: Explore Lake Murray Podcast

A brainchild of former COLAtoday intern Kelly Hughes, the Explore Lake Murray Podcast welcomes you to discover the Midlands. The podcast features enlightening interviews with local artists such as Michael Geddings and the representatives of prominent local landmarks like Congaree National Park.

A Journey Through History: Imagining Anne

Imagining Anne brings a unique narrative scene to Columbia’s podcast domain. Produced by the Anne Frank Center at the University of South Carolina, it includes interviews with activists and those connected to Holocaust survivors, providing a vivid insight into an epochal historical period.

Music Unplugged with the Jam Room Podcast

Jam Room Podcast gives music enthusiasts an intimate look into Columbia’s music scene. Showcasing in-depth interviews with Columbia’s leading musicians, this podcast presents regular episodes hosted by local musicians Sam + Illia and recorded at the Jam Room Recording Studio.

The State’s Stories Unveiled: Our State, Our Stories

Our State, Our Stories, the South Carolina State Museum’s first podcast initiative, dives deep into the history of the state, uncovering unique stories like “Bubba the Ghost” and going behind-the-scenes with museum collections staff.

From historical incidents to contemporary life, from arts and culture to sports and tourism, these local Columbia podcasts provide residents a rich and versatile template of intriguing content. These podcasts easily connect citizens of Columbia to their city in a more direct and engaging manner, opening up a new dimension of local knowledge and community identity.