The Boone Show

Casual. Community. Conversations. We interview community and school leaders, teachers, students, business people and citizens of our area in Upstate South Carolina. We keep it light and fun, while also being educational and informative.

The Boone Show is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 86 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The Boone Show, a news show with 86 episodes published.

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  Episode #3

  The Boone Show - S7 E3 - The State of Agriculture in SC, Denver Downs Fall Festival, and Student Ag at ACTC

  Sep 24, 20261h 19mS7

  Text us what you think of this episode! We talk with fifth generation farmer and South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture candidate Cody Simpson about protecting working farms, cutting red tape, and building real pathways for students into modern agriculture. Then we shift to Denver Downs Farm Fall Festival with Catherine Garrison and get an on-the-ground update from Trey Harris on what ACTC agriculture students are doing right now. • Why protecting farmland also protects heritage, culture, and food supply • Conservation easements and the Working Agricultural Lands Protection Act basics • A one-stop shop for young and beginning farmers, connecting state help to USDA programs • Youth loans and early business experience as a farm pipeline • Preparing students for high-tech agriculture careers, from drones to robotics • Reducing duplication in permits and inspections for eggs, meat, and seafood • Diesel price pressure, diesel tax suspension ideas, and red dye fuel for off-road use • How agritourism keeps farms viable at Denver Downs, from corn mazes to bee education • Pig Tucky Derby highlights, live music, fireworks, food, and ticket tips • ACTC program growth, plant sale, livestock work, and hands-on vet opportunities • Restaurant and food recommendations, from shrimp off the boat to hummingbird cake Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

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  Episode #3

  The Boone Show - S7 E2 - Superintendent Dr. Seth Young Explains Growth, Scores, And Safety In District One

  Sep 17, 20261h 4mS7

  Text us what you think of this episode! We sit down with Superintendent Dr. Seth Young to talk through what’s driving District One’s growth and why the district keeps posting big results despite tough funding realities. We also get practical about safety, phones, and AI, then lighten it up with a surprisingly intense food taste-test and a quick sports check-in. • opening Oak Hill Elementary and tying the new campus to local history • the multi-year timeline behind school construction, staffing, and rezoning • planning for overcrowding and rapid housing growth in multiple areas • strong district performance on test scores, Algebra 1 results, and SC Ready • college and career readiness gains through the career center, dual credit, and AP options • why per-pupil funding is so low and how Act 388 affects revenue • modern school safety features like secure entry, badges, alerts, and lockdown zones • how cell phone restrictions are changing school days and lunchrooms • setting AI guidelines so students learn without cheating • trying viral food combos that claim to taste like pineapple, bubblegum, watermelon, pizza, and Coke • entertainment and food recommendations, then a candid Clemson football discussion Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

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  Episode #1

  The Boone Show - S7 E1 - More Than A Hot Air Affair: Two of Anderson's Leading Ladies, Angie Stringer & Brandie Greer

  Sep 3, 20261h 9mS7

  Text us what you think of this episode! Hot air balloons are the headline, but the real story is what they lift up: people. We sit down with Angie from the Cancer Association of Anderson to get a clear update on local cancer support services and the progress on the Malik Center for Hope and Healing. From mileage-based travel reimbursement to nutrition help, medical equipment, massage therapy, and plans for a teaching kitchen, we talk about what patients actually need when life turns into appointments, bills, and long drives. Then we zoom out to the community calendar that fuels that mission. We break down the Hot Air Affair schedule, the best times to see balloons in the air, and what’s new this year, including the Rural Agricultural Expo built to reconnect families with the county’s agriculture roots. We also highlight Warrior Day, including the moving Warrior Walk where survivors walk through balloon baskets lit like candlesticks, a moment that turns celebration into something deeper. Brandie joins us to share what the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce is building through Leadership Anderson and Junior Leadership Anderson, with a sharper focus on college readiness, career prep, mentors, and real-world soft skills. We also take a call from Zach with the kind of update every family wants to hear, plus a few lighter segments that keep the tone honest and human. Subscribe for more local stories with real impact, share this with someone who loves Anderson County, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Support the show Thanks for listening! Direct all inquiries to jboone@mypulseradio.com.

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  Episode #20

  THE BOONE SHOW - S6 E20 - Principals Roundtable

  Apr 30, 20261h 17mS6

  <p>Text us what you think of this episode!</p><p>We close out the year with four high school principals sharing what they’re proud of, what still needs work, and what they’re building next for students across academics, athletics, arts, and culture. We also get a leadership transition at Wren, a look at a big middle school vote, and a not-so-serious principal challenge that turns very serious very fast. <br/><br/>• Dr Kyle Whitfield on leaving Wren High School and moving to the district office <br/>• How a principal transition works when you prioritize relationships and continuity <br/>• Mary...

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  Episode #19

  The Boone Show - S6 E19 - New Pelzer Mayor Chase Smithwick, plus Tod Miller On What's New At The Great Anderson County Fair

  Apr 23, 20261h 4mS6

  <p>Text us what you think of this episode!</p><p>We talk with Pelzer Mayor Chase Smithwick about why local leadership moves faster than national politics and how showing up changes what a town can become. Along the way we get a preview of the Great Anderson County Fair plus a grounded look at budgets, grants, and rebuilding quality of life in a mill town. <br/>• deciding to run for office after seeing a need for change <br/>• a service mindset shaped by charity work and military disaster response <br/>• why council meetings beat Facebook for learning how government works <br...

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