SCETV to premiere Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum on Oct. 22, highlighting voter perspectives ahead of November election

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will premiere Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum on Oct. 22 live at 7 p.m. on ETV, bringing together voters across generations to discuss the issues shaping their priorities ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

Hosted by SCETV’s Beryl Dakers, the live program will provide a space for South Carolinians of different generations and from communities across the state to share their perspectives on the issues they are considering as they prepare to head to the polls. The conversation will explore what concerns are top of mind for voters, whether they feel candidates are addressing the issues that matter to them and how priorities may differ across generations and between urban and rural communities.

Topics discussed during the forum will include transportation, housing costs, Social Security, Medicare, health care costs, utilities and the overall cost of living. Through conversations with voters and panelists, the program will examine how these issues affect South Carolinians and the questions voters are bringing with them to the ballot box.

The public is invited to attend as part of the studio audience for this live forum. We welcome individuals and community groups to register and be part of the conversation as South Carolinians share their perspectives on the issues that matter most. Seating is limited, and advance registration is encouraged.

The program will air live on ETV and stream on SCETV.org, the SCETV Facebook page and SCETV News YouTube channel; or on the SCETV and PBS apps. The live broadcast can also be streamed by using SCETV+ and clicking on the “Live” channels section. Listeners can access SC Public Radio’s live program through broadcast radio, the SC Public Radio website and the SC Public Radio Facebook page. The program will also re-air at 9 p.m. on Oct. 22 on ETV World and be available for streaming on-demand following the live broadcast across all SCETV platforms, including SCETV+.

SCETV continues its commitment to provide comprehensive election coverage throughout the 2026 election cycle, offering South Carolinians access to candidate information, election-related reporting and in-depth analysis across television, radio and digital platforms. SCETV strives to ensure every South Carolinian has access to trusted, nonpartisan information needed to make informed voting decisions. Through comprehensive, statewide coverage, SCETV works to remove barriers to access information, foster civic engagement and support informed citizens during the 2026 election cycle and beyond.

Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum is produced by SCETV with production funding provided by AARP.

Additional South Carolina Election 2026 information is available at SCETV.org/elections.

“Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum creates an opportunity for South Carolinians to hear directly from voters about the issues that are shaping their priorities ahead of Election Day. By bringing together perspectives from across generations and communities, SCETV is providing a space for thoughtful discussion about the issues that matter to people throughout our state.” –SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell

“Every generation brings its own experiences and priorities to the voting process, but there are also issues that affect South Carolinians across generations. This forum gives voters an opportunity to share what matters to them, hear different perspectives and take part in a meaningful conversation before heading to the polls.” –SCETV Director of Special Projects Darryl Huger

“From rising everyday costs to the future of Social Security and Medicare, the issues on voters’ minds have real consequences for how we live and age in South Carolina. AARP is proud to support this forum with SCETV, giving older adults and voters across generations an opportunity to share their concerns, hear one another’s perspectives and bring their priorities into focus ahead of Election Day.” –AARP South Carolina Associate State Director of Communications James Agens

FAST FACTS

• Generations in Conversation: A Voters’ Forum premieres Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. on ETV.
• The live program brings together voters across generations to discuss the issues shaping their priorities ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
• Topics include transportation, housing costs, Social Security, Medicare, health care costs, utilities and the cost of living. Viewers can stream the program across SCETV’s digital platforms.
• Listeners can access SC Public Radio’s live coverage through broadcast radio, the SC Public Radio website and the SC Public Radio Facebook page

About South Carolina ETV and Public Radio

South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is the state’s public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working toward creating a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. In addition to airing local programs, such as The Know Show, Making It Grow, and This Week in South Carolina, SCETV also presents multiple programs to regional and national audiences, including Books By The River, After Action, Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, Reel South and Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis