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The Tara Show

Tara presides over the Upstate's #1 all news/talk morning show every weekday on News/Talk 989 WORD.Tara's faithful listeners are affectionately known as "Tara-ists" because of their passion and participation in the show. Tara was named 2021 Best News Talk Show and Best overall Personality, AGAIN, by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association! Tara took home the same honors in 2018 and was also named 2016 "Personality of the Year!" In addition, Tara has also won over two dozen state and national journalism awards for column writing, news reporting and investigative reporting while working for three newspapers and writing for a variety of national publications. She won a first place reporting award from the North Carolina Press Association for an investigative series about the weaknesses in Charlotte's overburdened court system, which regularly let murderers off the hook with less than 15 years in prison. Due to her work, that system has been reformed. Tara is also a winner of the prestigious first place Green Eyeshade Award, a national award for column writing from The Society of Professional Journalists. Tara took to the airwaves about 15 years ago to do a radio show heard up and down the coast and fell in love with bypassing her editors to talk straight to the people. Tara hasn't stopped reporting, and still brings her investigative journalism to the show. Tara is a mom, wife and talk radio convert-- and weekday mornings she's live and local on News/Talk 989 WORD. Are you a "Tara-ist"? It's time to get captured!
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Episodes

H3:Sanctuary State Secrets & Wage Theft Revealed: GOP Hypocrisy Exposed

In a fiery back-to-back exposé, Tara Servatius uncovers the hidden truth behind South Carolina's quiet transformation into a sanctuary state — not by Democrats, but by the GOP's own leadership. From sabotaged immigration enforcement bills to shielding illegal immigrant criminals from deportation, Tara reveals the shocking depth of Republican betrayal. She then pivots to powerful economic data showing how Donald Trump’s policies have sparked historic blue-collar wage growth, as over a million ill...

Jun 18, 202531 min

H4:”Rage, Riots, and Burnout: The New American Crisis”

Ilhan Omar calls the U.S. “the worst country” after law enforcement stops leftist riots at $20 million in damages—and Tara isn't having it. From Democrat leaders enabling chaos to ICE agents left trapped without backup, this explosive segment exposes how far the radical left is willing to go. Meanwhile, a shocking new study shows working more than 52 hours a week actually reshapes your brain. Are Americans just overworked, emotionally fried, and bored into madness? Tara and Producer Tim dig into...

Jun 18, 202531 min

Ilhan Omar's America: A Nation Under Siege or Just Overworked and Bored?

From refugee to Congresswoman, Ilhan Omar's rise in America is undeniable—but her recent condemnation of the U.S. as "one of the worst countries" sparks outrage. Tara breaks down Omar’s comments amid the $20 million in riot damage, comparing her views to the dangerous trend of protecting lawlessness. Plus, the LAPD's shocking inaction during ICE agent threats, Steve Hilton’s investigation, and how overwork is literally changing our brains. Is modern America collapsing under leftist ideology—or j...

Jun 18, 202514 min

Ghosts, Nukes, and Global Power Plays: Iran’s Endgame and the U.S. Response

Tensions with Iran reach a breaking point as bizarre propaganda meets deadly serious threats. Tara Servatius breaks down Iran’s outlandish claim that Israel is deploying “ghosts, demons, and witches” to assassinate Iranian leaders, while U.S. officials weigh surgical military strikes to neutralize nuclear facilities. Former Assistant Secretary of State Brian Hook outlines Trump’s strategic options — including joint Israeli strikes and devastating bunker-buster bombing campaigns. Meanwhile, Tara ...

Jun 18, 202512 min

South Carolina: America’s Newest Sanctuary State? Tara Exposes GOP Betrayal

Tara Servatius broadcasts live from what she calls the "de facto sanctuary state" of South Carolina, blowing the whistle on Republican leadership in the state legislature for killing critical immigration enforcement bills. From 287(g) programs to citizenship verification for arrests and school enrollment, Tara walks through how GOP leaders are enabling illegal immigrant crime and shielding lawbreakers — not just from deportation, but from identification altogether. She contrasts this with Florid...

Jun 18, 202516 min

"Trump’s Warning to Iran and the Air War Nobody Expected: Inside the Tables Turning on the Ayatollah"

In this explosive segment, Tara Servatius and Lee uncover a stunning military and political reversal in the Middle East. As Israel carries out airstrikes without losing a single plane, Tara reveals how Trump has now delivered a chilling message to the Ayatollah: we know where you are—and surrender is your only peaceful option. They expose how the Biden administration's betrayal in Afghanistan, especially the abandonment of Bagram Air Base, may now force the U.S. to lead a high-risk, long-range s...

Jun 18, 202511 min

"The FBI, China, and the 2020 Election: A Cover-Up Exposed?"

Tara Servatius delivers a bombshell monologue alleging the FBI knowingly covered up a Chinese plot to interfere in the 2020 election by mass-producing fake U.S. IDs for fraudulent ballots favoring Joe Biden. She connects the censorship of election fraud claims, suppression of the Hunter Biden laptop, and border manipulation to a broader pattern of collusion between Democrats, federal agencies, and foreign adversaries. Tara also contrasts Biden's border failures with Trump's recent success, citin...

Jun 18, 202514 min

FBI Scrubs Bombshell Intel: Chinese Election Interference in 2020 Exposed and Erased

Tara Servatius breaks down a jaw-dropping whistleblower report finally emerging after years of stonewalling by the FBI and the Biden administration. According to intelligence now delivered to Congress by Kash Patel, the FBI buried—and ultimately destroyed—evidence of a Chinese plot to interfere in the 2020 U.S. election. Using TikTok-scraped personal data, China allegedly mass-produced fake U.S. driver's licenses to commit mail-in ballot fraud favoring Joe Biden. FBI Director Christopher Wray no...

Jun 18, 202511 min

“The Plot, the Cover-Up, and the Fake Arrest: Explosive Allegations of Election Interference & Political Theater”

In this explosive broadcast, Tara Servatius uncovers bombshell allegations that the FBI actively destroyed intelligence reports exposing a Chinese plot to interfere in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. According to whistleblower revelations, fake U.S. driver's licenses were allegedly mass-produced using TikTok-harvested American data to generate fraudulent mail-in ballots benefiting Joe Biden. Tara breaks down how these reports were buried and scrubbed from FBI systems—raising serious questio...

Jun 18, 202515 min

"Tables Turned: Trump Warns Ayatollah After Iran Assassination Plot"

Once targeted by an Iranian fatwa and multiple assassination attempts, Donald Trump now holds the upper hand. In this explosive segment, Tara and Lee break down how the former president is laying down terms to the Ayatollah of Iran—surrender your nukes or face destruction. As Iran threatens a “surprise the world will remember for centuries,” Trump makes it clear: we know where you are. Plus, how Democrat policies helped empower Iran, why border security proves amnesty was never necessary, and th...

Jun 18, 202510 min

Full Show - "Remote Work Revelations, Office Chair Butt, and the Road to War: Gen Z, Culture Clashes, and Confronting Iran"

Today’s show takes a wild ride through America’s shifting culture and escalating foreign policy threats. Tara and Producer Tim kick things off with an outrageous new poll showing nearly half of Gen Z is enjoying more sex during remote work—and nearly 40% say they’d return to the office if “private hookup spaces” were provided. The conversation turns hilariously uncomfortable with the rise of “office chair butt”—flattened physiques from too much sitting—prompting fitness tips and personal confess...

Jun 17, 20251 hr 58 min

H1:Red Lines and Crossroads: Trump, Tehran, and the War That’s Already Begun

Across two explosive segments, Tara dissects the rapidly unfolding geopolitical crisis involving the U.S., Iran, Israel, and China. From President Trump’s chilling directive to evacuate Tehran and his refusal to negotiate, to the growing threat of Iranian-backed attacks on U.S. assets and political figures, the message is clear: war is no longer hypothetical—it’s underway. Tara contrasts past military missteps in Iraq and Afghanistan with today’s high-tech, high-stakes environment, warning that ...

Jun 17, 202529 min

H2: Immigration Crackdown, Wage Rebound: Unpacking the Economic and Political Fallout

In a pair of fiery segments, the host explores the connection between immigration enforcement and a surprising surge in American wages—up 1.2% over two months. The discussion highlights how a reported self-deportation of one million illegal workers, following Trump-led immigration raids, may be forcing employers to hire Americans at higher wages. However, controversy erupts as an internal memo allegedly halts raids on GOP donor industries like agriculture and hospitality. The host delivers sharp...

Jun 17, 202529 min

H3: From LA Riots to Global Crisis: Democrat Complicity, Trump Under Threat, and the Rising Iranian Alliance

Across two gripping broadcasts, a disturbing narrative unfolds: federal ICE agents were reportedly abandoned during violent LA riots as local leadership, including Mayor Karen Bass, allegedly intervened to block assistance. This domestic dereliction of duty is paralleled by global stakes—claims that Iran, emboldened by Democratic appeasement, has attempted multiple assassinations of Donald Trump. The commentary ties lawlessness at home to geopolitical instability abroad, accusing Democrats of al...

Jun 17, 202530 min

H4: "Gen Z’s Remote Work Demands & Iran’s Reckoning: Culture Shock Meets Global Conflict"

In this back-to-back commentary blitz, Tara and Producer Tim begin with a jaw-dropping look at Gen Z's remote work culture—where nearly half admit to sex on the clock and a shocking percentage demand private spaces for “hookups and solo play” in the office. The segment swerves into comedic territory with a deep (and slightly too detailed) discussion of “office chair butt.” But things take a serious turn as Tara delivers a fiery indictment of U.S. foreign policy failures with Iran, warning of esc...

Jun 17, 202530 min

From Office Chair Butts to War with Iran: A Wild Ride Through Remote Work, Workplace Culture, and Foreign Policy

In this hilarious yet hard-hitting segment, Tara and Producer Tim dive into a bizarre new Gen Z workplace poll revealing surprising reasons some workers love remote jobs—hint: it’s not productivity. The duo mock the shocking stat that 38% want “private spaces for hookups” at the office and riff on the phenomenon of “office chair butt.” But the tone shifts dramatically as Tara pivots to rising tensions with Iran, condemning decades of weak U.S. responses and praising Trump’s strategy of decisive ...

Jun 17, 202515 min

Culture War Revival and Foreign Collusion: How the Right Is Fighting Back

In this fiery segment, Tara and Lee examine how cultural issues have shifted in the GOP's favor, driven by Donald Trump's unapologetic stance on topics like transgender athletes and gender identity on IDs. Citing Gallup polls, they argue the tide is turning as Americans reject progressive overreach. The discussion then pivots to explosive allegations from Kash Patel about Chinese-produced fake U.S. driver’s licenses used in a 2020 election interference scheme, and the FBI’s alleged cover-up. The...

Jun 17, 202511 min

LAPD Stand-Down, Trump Assassination Attempts, and Iran’s Alliance with the Left: A Call to Action

This explosive monologue explores shocking revelations surrounding the LA riots, where federal ICE agents were allegedly abandoned by city leadership under Karen Bass. It escalates into a fiery critique of Democrat policies, accusing leaders like Gavin Newsom and President Biden of enabling lawlessness and aligning with Iran—culminating in attempted assassinations of Donald Trump. The speaker warns of a dangerous alliance between Iran and the Democratic Party, urges continued pressure on Trump t...

Jun 17, 202515 min

“Evacuate Tehran”: Trump, Iran, and the Unfolding Shadow War"

As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, this explosive segment tracks a surge in U.S. military movements—including unprecedented aerial refueling tanker deployments—and urgent warnings from Donald Trump for civilians to flee Tehran. With reports of multiple explosions in the Iranian capital, encrypted nuclear alerts, and Iran’s alleged assassination attempts on Trump, the conversation unpacks the global stakes. The host defends Trump’s unpredictable negotiation style, questions neocon moti...

Jun 17, 202513 min

Wage Surge and Immigration Raids: The Real Reason for Rising Paychecks?

An explosive commentary dives into the unexpected surge in American wages—up 0.8% in April and another 0.4% in May—linking the gains to a mass self-deportation of illegal immigrants, reportedly spurred by Trump-era immigration raids. The host argues that illegal immigration is a tax evasion scheme benefiting elite employers and blames both political parties for selectively enforcing immigration laws. Citing a controversial memo halting workplace raids in agriculture and hospitality, the segment ...

Jun 17, 202516 min

Existential Crosshairs: Iran, Trump, and the Merger That Threatens America

In a fiery and urgent monologue, Tara breaks down the escalating threat from Iran—not just to Israel, but to the United States itself. She argues that Iran's ambitions have moved beyond rhetoric, highlighting real attempts on Donald Trump's life, attacks on U.S. naval and commercial vessels, and leaked plans for nuclear grid strikes. Tara claims the Democrat Party has formed a de facto alliance with Iran, turning a blind eye to assassination attempts and continued aggression. She warns that unle...

Jun 17, 202511 min

“Evacuate Tehran Now” Trump’s Warning and the Brewing U.S.–Iran Crisis

In this urgent and fiery broadcast, Tara dives deep into escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, highlighting President Trump’s dramatic return from the G7, his call to evacuate Tehran, and his stark warning against Iran’s nuclear ambitions. With references to Iran’s assassination attempts, China’s strategic targeting, and the alleged alliance between Democrats and America's enemies, Tara argues that the U.S. is already at war—even if not officially declared. She calls for immediate actio...

Jun 17, 202515 min

"Targeted by Tehran: The War We’re Already In"

In this fiery and urgent monologue, the host confronts what they describe as the growing alliance between the Democratic Party and Iran, arguing that attempted assassinations of Republican leaders—like the recent alleged plot against Donald Trump—are proof that America is already at war with Iran and China. Citing military cooperation between China and Iranian-backed Houthis, and referencing unpunished attacks on U.S. and allied ships, the host calls out GOP figures like Thomas Massie for failin...

Jun 17, 202511 min

Full Show - Survival, Subversion, and Sky-High Stakes: From Air Disasters to Political Crashes

Today's segments blend the astonishing and the alarming—from the miraculous survival of a man in a catastrophic Air India crash to deep political analysis charging the Democrat party with aiding foreign adversaries like Iran and China. Fear of flying morphs into a metaphor for national instability, as listeners share phobias and strategies for airplane survival, while hosts spotlight concerns over immigration, college campus radicalization, and foreign influence campaigns. Tying it all together ...

Jun 16, 20252 hr 1 min

H1:Secret Drone Bases, Nuclear Threats, and Iran’s Allegiances: A Region on the Brink

Two explosive transcripts reveal a rapidly escalating conflict involving Israel, Iran, and the United States. First, it’s uncovered that Israel’s Mossad constructed a covert drone base inside Iran, used to launch strikes against Iranian ballistic missile infrastructure. Then, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims Iran has attempted to assassinate former President Trump—twice—framing Iran as both a nuclear threat and a strategic ally of the U.S. Democrat Party. With enriched uranium st...

Jun 16, 202531 min

H2:Foreign Influence, Domestic Unrest, and Political Backpedaling: America at a Crossroads

Across two searing segments, the conversation exposes the growing threat of foreign interference in American politics, with China named as a key player in influencing U.S. leaders like Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna confronts Walz over documented ties to Chinese-backed organizations, while alarming evidence points to CCP-funded chaos in American streets—from ICE facility sieges to leftist-led protests. The second transcript delves into Donald Trump's controversial reversal o...

Jun 16, 202529 min

H3:Iran’s War Against Trump? Netanyahu's Claims, FBI Silence, and Explosive Allegiances Unveiled

Two explosive broadcasts unravel a tangled web of intelligence failures, assassination attempts, and global proxy warfare. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stuns Fox News by alleging Iran tried to assassinate Donald Trump twice—contradicting U.S. intelligence officials and raising questions about who truly controls America's security apparatus. As Bret Baier, Dan Bongino, and CIA veteran Dan Hoffman weigh in, the deep state’s opacity and missing documents deepen the mystery. Meanwhile, ...

Jun 16, 202532 min

H4:Crash Survival, Border Chaos, and Foreign Influence: Fear in the Skies and on U.S. Soil

From the unbelievable survival of a man in a fiery Air India plane crash to rising fears of political conquest on American soil, these segments weave personal anxiety with national security. The first explores a harrowing aviation tale that segues into a relatable, humorous yet serious discussion on fear of flying, survival strategies, and seat safety. The second dives deep into political commentary—alleging Democrat collusion with Iran and China, suggesting immigration and unrest are tools for ...

Jun 16, 202529 min

Sole Survivor of Air India Crash Sparks Aviation Safety Fears Amid Immigration Controversies

In this gripping segment, the hosts discuss the miraculous survival of Vishwaskumar Ramesh—the lone survivor of a tragic Air India crash that killed 240 others. The story triggers a wider conversation about aviation safety, fear of flying, and practical strategies for surviving a crash, including ideal seating and the potential value of parachutes. The segment then shifts to explosive political commentary, alleging ulterior motives behind U.S. aid efforts in Gaza, questioning the Democrat party’...

Jun 16, 202518 min

Rare Earth Reckoning: How China’s Grip and U.S. Regulation Threaten American Dominance in AI and Defense

In a deep-dive segment, Tara and Lee explore the urgent crisis over rare earth minerals—the essential elements powering everything from smartphones and fighter jets to AI dominance. Once a global leader, America’s rare earth industry crumbled after environmental regulations in the 1980s, leaving China with near-total control. Now, amid Trump's controversial visa concessions and a proposed $120 million mining investment in Greenland, the U.S. scrambles to catch up. The conversation highlights the...

Jun 16, 202510 min
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