Holy City Sinner Radio
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Holy City Sinner Radio celebrates the many sides of the historic and lively city of Charleston. From local news aggregation, helpful resources, and interviews to event listings, celebrity sightings, and party previews, the podcast serves as a hub for the city's happenings.
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Episode 9: Rapid Transit with Sharon Hollis and Morgan Grimes of Lowcountry Rapid Transit and BCDCOG
After a short break for a much-needed vacation, Christian is back for another episode of Holy City Sinner Radio. Unfortunately, the show opens with another discussion about the multiple mass shootings and police shootings of Black men (and children) that have dominated the national news. Bringing the news a little closer to home, Christian then discusses the incident near Columbia where a White Fort Jackson sergeant was caught on video berating and shoving a Black man.
Christian then talks with Sharon Hollis, Principal Planner for BCDCOG and the Lowcountry Rapid Transit (LCRT) Project Lead, and Morgan Grimes, BCDCOG Communications and Outreach Specialist for LCRT. The pair provided extensive details and plenty of information about the LCRT project. You can learn more at https://lowcountryrapidtransit.com.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem
Apr 7, 2021
Episode 8: Die Young as Late as You Can with Mark Bryan
Target is coming to King Street and people have FEELINGS about it. After discussing that news, Christian issues a call-to-action regarding several bills that the Women's Rights and Empowerment Network recently highlighted.
Christian then talks with Mark Bryan, one of the founding members and lead guitarist of Hootie & The Blowfish (and a Charleston resident), who released his fourth solo album, Midlife Priceless, on April 2nd. Hootie & the Blowfish is of course the multi-platinum selling, two-time Grammy-winning band that formed at the University of South Carolina in 1986. Bryan also founded Carolina Studios in 2001. This local nonprofit offers an after school music recording and technology program that helps children (ages 8–18) thrive in music and the arts. You can learn more at www.markbryanmusic.com.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem
Mar 29, 2021
Episode 7: Dream The World Anew with Rene Russell and the Bottom End
This week Christian tackles the new South Carolina flag design, before diving into the latest arrest of a well-known Charleston restaurateur and how the community should react to these types of incidents. When a restaurant owner is arrested for serious crimes, should we still support their businesses?
Christian then talks with Charleston based, Americana-Rock group Rene Russell and The Bottom End. The band on Friday released the first single from their upcoming debut album, Dream The World Anew, which is due out on May 21st. The single is called "Unheard Of" and is available on multiple streaming platforms. The band consists of Russell, Jamie Lupini, and Chris Blackwell. You can learn more about the group at renerussellandthebottomend.com.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem
Mar 25, 2021
Episode 6.5: Bonus Interview with Charleston City Council Candidate Stephen Bowden
Christian talks with Stephen Bowden, a West Ashley resident that announced his candidacy for the District 10 seat on the Charleston City Council last week. The seat is currently occupied by Councilman Harry Griffin.
Stephen discusses why he's running, what his priorities for his district and the city are, and why he should unseat Griffin. You can learn more about Stephen and his campaign at www.bowdenforcharleston.com.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem
Mar 22, 2021
Episode 6: Friends of Joseph Floyd Manor with Gabe Pilato
After discussing the recent violent attacks in Atlanta, Christian provides positive updates on several stories he's covered in the past - South Carolina's proposed Hate Crime Bill and the so-called Save Women's Sports Act and Fetal Heartbeat Bill. Then he regales you with the story about the man that was arrested at the Charleston International Airport Police after allegedly biting another man’s ear off!
Christian then talks with Gabe Pilato, a board member of the Friends of Joseph Floyd Manor, an informal group of concerned neighbors and community members. Their mission to advocate with Manor residents for safe and healthy housing, while helping to protect their needs, desires, and interests. You can learn more and donate at facebook.com/friendsofjosephfloydmanor. You can also purchase items off their wishlist at https://tinyurl.com/fx22cav4
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Mar 18, 2021
Episode 5.5: The Most Bunderful Interview with the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile's "Hotdoggers"
Ooooh I wish I were an Oscar Mayer Weiner.... Christian talks with Mayochup Molly and Mustard Mags, two "hotdoggers" who have been driving around the country in the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. The pair were recently bouncing around the Charleston area.
Molly and Mags talk about how they scored such a unique job and what life on the road is like. You won't want to miss this one!
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Mar 15, 2021
Episode 5: Nurturing the Power Within with Ashley Mizzell of Breath To Blossom
Christian talks about Mental Health, an update on the city's efforts to increase Workforce Housing Fees, and the disgusting (yet unsurprising) move by a SC House Subcommittee to strip “sexual orientation” and “gender” from H.3620 (Hate Crime Bill), effectively removing all protections for the LGBTQ community.
Christian then talks with Ashley Mizzell, a yoga teacher, and the founder and executive director of a brand new nonprofit called Breath to Blossom, a yoga teacher who is also the founder and executive director of a brand new nonprofit called Breath to Blossom. The organization connects survivors of various forms of trauma with sliding scale, trauma-informed, holistic healing initiatives and programs. You can learn more and donate at https://breath2blossom.org.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Mar 11, 2021
Episode 4.5: Public Transit Updates with Charleston City Councilman Mike Seekings.
Christian talks with Charleston City Councilman Mike Seekings, the chairman of CARTA (www.ridecarta.com). Councilman Seekings talked about CARTA's newest initiatives including the transition to electric buses, providing free COVID testing to the community, CARTA OnDemand, expanded service to Folly Road, and more.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Mar 8, 2021
Episode 4: Coffee's for Closers with ReZsaun Lewis of Lowcountry Youth Services
Christian talks about Charleston's "Workforce Housing" and how most developers rather pay a fee than opt to help the community by providing affordable housing within their properties. Then he calls out state politicians that want more money in politics.
Christian then chats with ReZsaun Lewis of Lowcountry Youth Services, a nonprofit which aims to create quality programs for youth in the Charleston area. You can learn more at www.lowcountryyouth.org. He is also a podcast host (www.realtalkwithrezsaun.com).
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Mar 4, 2021
Episode 3.5 with Chef Jamie Lynch, the Executive Chef/Partner with the 5th Street Group (5Church, Tempest) and former contestant on Bravo's "Top Chef"
Surprise! It's a bonus episode! Christian talks with Chef Jamie Lynch about operating restaurants during a global pandemic, life on a farm, opening Tempest in 2020, his upcoming project in Nashville, his experience on "Top Chef," and his legacy.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Mar 1, 2021
Movement Building with Joshua Parks (Lowcountry Action Committee)
Christian talks about what was found in the John C. Calhoun Monument's time capsule and then discusses the South Carolina legislature's latest bizarre and disappointing (and discriminatory) priority - the so-called "Save Women’s Sports Act," which targets transgender girls for exclusion from school athletics. Learn more and advocate at www.southcarolinaunited.org.
Christian then chats with Joshua Parks of the Lowcountry Action Committee, a Black led grassroots organization dedicated to Black liberation through service, political education, and collective action in the Lowcountry. Among their initiatives is a fundraiser for the Charleston Eastside Community. You can learn more at www.lctakesaction.com.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen (glancastergoguen@gmail.com). This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Feb 22, 2021
It's Getting Hot In Here with Shep Rose
We're turning up the heat for Episode 2! Christian tries to make sense of 'Nelly Week' and the South Carolina Legislature's current priorities - which are apparently regulating pornography, banning abortion, and allowing some residents to openly carry gun.
Christian then chats with Shep Rose of "Southern Charm," whose debut book, "Average Expectations: Lessons in Lowering the Bar," will be released by Simon & Schuster on March 16th. The guys talk about what they love about Charleston, the city's growing tech and entertainment industries, Shep's work on a scripted series, an update on The Palace Hotel, Shep's short-lived podcast, and, of course, his book.
The show's artwork was created by Grace Lancaster-Goguen. This episode's music is "Short Skirt, Bare Knees," "Front Page Show," and "When I Was Young" by Tyler Boone (tylerboonemusic.com). The episode was produced by LMC Soundsystem.
Feb 12, 2021
Holy City Sinner has a podcast?!
The pilot episode is here! Christian Senger (aka The Holy City Sinner) shares exactly what you can expect from his forthcoming podcast Holy City Sinner Radio.Subscribe now so you don't miss a minute of Charleston's hottest news.