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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

Full Show - America on the Brink: Iran, Open Borders, and the Democrats’ Dangerous Agenda

On today’s explosive show, Tara exposes the growing threats facing America—from nuclear escalation in the Middle East to chaos at our own border. Defense reporter Mike Bress joins to dissect the Biden administration’s hesitant Iran strategy, the potential use of America’s most powerful non-nuclear bomb, and whether Israel can succeed without U.S. intervention. Meanwhile, back home, Tara uncovers the shocking release of violent gang members under Biden’s DOJ, including rapists and murderers shiel...

Jun 20, 20252 hr 8 min

H1:Manufactured Enemies, Real Consequences: Iran, China, and the War We Keep Avoiding

In this explosive two-part exposé, Tara and Lee uncover how U.S. foreign policy has been hijacked by a shadow agenda—funding and enabling terrorist regimes like the Taliban and al Qaeda while ignoring or enriching true threats like Iran and China. From nuclear escalation and EMP attack plans to bioweapons targeting America's food supply, the hosts lay bare the high stakes of refusing to confront our real enemies. Meanwhile, the media pushes distraction campaigns, including climate hysteria, even...

Jun 20, 202532 min

H2: Enemies Within: Chinese Influence, Economic Awakening, and the Mental Health Divide in America

In this explosive two-part episode, Tara uncovers the hidden forces shaping America's decline—from Chinese-backed protest movements on U.S. soil to the shocking economic turnaround triggered by Trump’s policies. She connects the dots between global manipulation, Democratic complicity, and a staggering blue-collar wage resurgence tied to immigration enforcement and onshoring. In part two, Tara dismantles Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s claim that Trump supporters are “mentally ill,” revealing Pew data th...

Jun 20, 202530 min

H3: Social Security Collapse & Iran on the Brink: America's Double Crisis

In this explosive back-to-back breakdown, Tara tackles two of America's most urgent threats: the looming insolvency of Social Security and the escalating standoff with Iran. First, she exposes how decades of bad policy, IOUs, and congressional theft have turned Social Security into a raw deal for Americans—costing retirees real freedom and financial security. Then, the spotlight shifts to Trump's high-risk “two-week” delay in the Israeli-Iranian conflict. Is it brilliant disinformation or a coun...

Jun 20, 202532 min

H4:Standoff with Iran and a Border Under Siege: Nukes Abroad, Chaos at Home

In two fiery segments, Tara dives deep into escalating threats—both foreign and domestic. First, she breaks down the Biden administration’s wait-and-see strategy on Iran’s nuclear program with defense reporter Mike Bress of the Washington Examiner. They explore Israel’s covert capabilities, the uncertain power of America’s bunker-buster bombs, and whether regime change is truly on the table. Then, Tara unleashes fury over Biden’s immigration policies, spotlighting shocking ICE arrests of violent...

Jun 20, 202534 min

“He Can’t Be Deported… He Has a Cat”: Biden’s Immigration Chaos and the Growing National Security Threat

Tara goes scorched-earth in this Friday call-in hour, exposing shocking details of who Joe Biden’s DOJ is protecting—and the terrifying implications for American safety. From ICE arrests of violent gang members like Alexander Guevara—who claimed deportation protection because of a cat—to an attempted stabbing of a Trump-appointed federal prosecutor by an illegal alien, Tara connects the dots between Biden’s immigration policy, Sorrenos gang activity, Antifa assaults on ICE buildings, and rising ...

Jun 20, 202516 min

Two Weeks to Stop the Nukes: Inside Trump’s High-Stakes Iran Gamble

Tara dives into a critical conversation with Washington Examiner defense reporter Mike Bress about the Biden-era nuclear standoff and Trump’s controversial “two-week delay” strategy. Is it a calculated move to give Israel time to neutralize Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, or a risky pause that could escalate tensions across the Middle East? They discuss the capabilities of America’s massive bunker-buster bomb, the danger of mission creep, potential environmental fallout, and whether regime change is...

Jun 20, 202512 min

Two Weeks to Stop the Nukes: Trump’s High-Stakes Standoff with Iran

As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Tara dissects Trump's ambiguous “two-week delay” on striking Iran. Is it a strategic psy-op to buy Israel time for a covert op—or a final warning before unleashing hell? Joined by military analysts and clips from Victor Davis Hanson and General Jack Keane, Tara explores how Iran’s regime is teetering, its leadership bunkered, and its air defenses dismantled. From Soleimani’s assassination to China’s role in targeting U.S. ships, this fiery segment lays ba...

Jun 20, 202517 min

Social Security Meltdown: How Congress Raided Your Retirement and What Could’ve Saved It

Tara and Lee dive into the coming collapse of Social Security, now projected to go bust by 2034. With biting sarcasm and sobering facts, they expose how Congress raided the so-called “lockbox,” replacing real money with IOUs and creating a $6 trillion shortfall. The discussion unpacks how privatization—once proposed by George W. Bush and Paul Ryan—could have yielded five times the returns for Americans if enacted. Tara connects the crisis to broader systemic failures, including illegal immigrati...

Jun 20, 202510 min

Mental Health, Politics, and Predators: What Pew Data and 50 Years of Abuse Reveal About America’s Crisis

Tara dives deep into the week’s most provocative themes—from Rep. Jasmine Crockett labeling Trump supporters as “mentally ill” to startling Pew data showing liberal women as the most self-diagnosed group with mental illness. She explores the connection between ideology, happiness, and personal struggle, and why conservatives rank as the most content and mentally healthy Americans. In the second half, Tara delivers a powerful and deeply personal warning about child sexual predators, revealing chi...

Jun 20, 202516 min

The Real Economic Boom: How Trump Policies, Border Enforcement, and Market Correction Are Powering Blue-Collar Wages

Tara and Lee break down the hidden forces driving America’s recent blue-collar wage surge—revealing how Trump’s immigration enforcement and economic reforms are restoring fairness in the labor market. They highlight how illegal immigration was long used by elites to suppress wages, avoid taxes, and prop up Wall Street profits—all at the expense of American workers. With nearly a million illegals self-deporting and the market readjusting, real wages are rising for the first time in decades. Plus,...

Jun 20, 202511 min

Fake Enemies, Real Threats: How U.S. Policies Empower Terrorists and Bury the Truth on Climate and War

Tara exposes the dangerous consequences of U.S. foreign and domestic policy, arguing that America has spent decades propping up "fake enemies" like the Taliban and al Qaeda through agencies like USAID while ignoring or funding the very regimes that seek to destroy us—Iran and China. She details U.S. complicity in arming terrorists, Iran's deadly attacks on Americans, and how real enemies are enriched while innocent lives are lost. Plus, a major climate cover-up: record-breaking ice growth at bot...

Jun 20, 202514 min

Two Weeks to Stop the Nuclear Spread: Iran, China, and America's Real Enemies

Tara and Lee dive deep into the escalating threat of a nuclear-armed Iran, Donald Trump's dilemma, and Israel’s limited military options against hardened sites like Fordo. They unpack Russia’s warnings of a Chernobyl-style disaster, Iran’s EMP attack plans, and the broader danger posed by enemies within and without. From bioweapons and agricultural sabotage tied to China, to FBI cover-ups and foreign election interference, the episode exposes how the U.S. continues to target fake enemies while r...

Jun 20, 202512 min

Full Show - “Global Flashpoints, Digital Tyranny & MAGA at War: What the Media Won’t Say”

Today’s full breakdown covers the most explosive stories reshaping global politics and American power: Israel-Iran on the Brink: Following the bombing of a hospital, Israel’s top officials publicly hint at the assassination of Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei. Trump warns Iran is just weeks away from a nuclear weapon, vowing they will never be allowed to get one. MAGA Civil War Ignites: A jaw-dropping exchange between Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson reveals Carlson’s ignorance of Iran’s assassination plots...

Jun 19, 20252 hr 4 min

H1:Cultural Uprising & Global Chaos: SCOTUS Blocks Child Transitions as Trump Confronts Iran’s Regime

A tidal shift is underway in both American culture and foreign policy. In a landmark 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court rules that states can ban gender transition procedures for minors—halting the left’s push for medicalized ideology, speech codes, and potential parental disempowerment. At the same time, former President Donald Trump demands Iran’s unconditional surrender amid rising Middle Eastern tensions, while the Ayatollah’s regime continues to target Israeli civilians. This dual-pronged broa...

Jun 19, 202531 min

H2:"Trump, Iran & Tucker: Assassination Plots, Nukes, and the Fight for America's Future"

In a two-part explosive breakdown, Tara and Lee expose the chilling reality behind Iran’s growing nuclear ambitions and its attempted assassinations of U.S. leaders on American soil—including Donald Trump. While The View outrageously compares life in the U.S. to Iran, ignoring Iran's brutal regime, executions, and censorship, Tara delivers a blistering reality check. Meanwhile, Trump hints at major military decisions following the Ayatollah’s threats, as Axios reveals internal debates about the ...

Jun 19, 202530 min

H3:Delusion, Detention, and Deadly Consequences: From Office Chair Butt to Iranian Threats

In this explosive two-part episode, Tara dives into the absurd and the alarming. First, it’s a mix of comedy and caution with the viral phenomenon “Office Chair Butt”—how sedentary lifestyles are reshaping more than just our routines. Tara and Producer Tim share laughs and fitness hacks, including a shocking Washington Post test that claims to predict your odds of dying within a decade. Spoiler: it's harder than it sounds! Then, things get serious fast. Tara unpacks the jaw-dropping arrest of NY...

Jun 19, 202533 min

H4:“Iran Showdown, Chinese Control & MAGA’s Deep Divide”

First, Israel signals it's ready to eliminate Ayatollah Khamenei and Iran’s nuclear program—whether Trump joins or not. With Iran accused of funding the October 7 attacks and even plotting to assassinate Trump, pressure mounts for decisive action. Trump reiterates: Iran cannot have nukes, a stance he’s held since 1985. Meanwhile, Tucker Carlson appears unaware of Iran’s assassination attempts, revealing shocking ignorance in a tense exchange with Ted Cruz—highlighting the deepening civil war ins...

Jun 19, 202530 min

“China’s Surveillance Nightmare, Iran’s Assassins, and the MAGA Civil War”

In this explosive episode, Tara dives deep into the chilling realities of China’s techno-authoritarian regime—where jaywalking triggers automatic bank deductions, facial recognition enforces obedience, and social credit scores dictate your entire life. Featuring highlights from Eric Prince on the Sean Ryan Show, it’s a sobering warning about what could happen here if America loses its constitutional foundation. Meanwhile, Israel vows to eliminate Iran’s nuclear threat—and possibly the Ayatollah ...

Jun 19, 202516 min

"Targeting the Ayatollah: Israel’s Message, Trump’s Calculus, and the DNC’s Collapse"

As tensions with Iran reach a boiling point, Israel signals it's ready to act decisively—Defense officials openly say the Ayatollah “can no longer continue to exist.” Tara unpacks Israel’s bold warnings following devastating attacks and what it means for U.S. policy. With Trump vowing Iran “will not have nuclear weapons,” and Netanyahu hinting Israel may strike with or without U.S. backing, the countdown to a possible attack on Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility is underway. Meanwhile, Trump’s war p...

Jun 19, 202511 min

Office Chair Butt, Longevity Tests & the Looming War with Iran: From Fitness to Fallout

In this jam-packed episode, Tara and Producer Tim cover everything from hilarious modern health trends to sobering geopolitical threats. First up: “Office Chair Butt” is trending again—what it is, how to spot it, and how to fight it with squats, walking during calls, and yes, even gym butt-lift competitions. Then, Tara tests out a viral Washington Post fitness challenge that supposedly predicts your chances of dying in the next 10 years—and it's harder than it sounds. But the tone turns serious ...

Jun 19, 202517 min

"ICE Standoff Backfires: Democrat Chaos, Illegal Immigration, and Surprising Voter Shift"

Tara and Lee unpack the absurdity of New York mayoral hopeful Brad Lander’s viral ICE confrontation—where he physically grabbed a federal agent and demanded a warrant during an immigration arrest, then cried foul when detained. The fallout exposes deep delusions on the Left: Lander is shocked to learn the ICE agents he harassed are themselves legal immigrants, and can’t understand why they won’t join his lawless crusade. Meanwhile, Democrats continue to blur the lines between legal and illegal i...

Jun 19, 202510 min

"Is Iran Safer Than the U.S.? The View Sparks Outrage as Reality Check Shreds the Narrative"

As co-hosts on The View suggest life in the U.S. may be worse than in Iran, a fiery broadcast pushes back hard—detailing the brutal repression under Iran's regime and highlighting the absurdity of such comparisons. The segment contrasts real-world oppression in Iran—where citizens are executed for dissent and the internet is shut down to hide mass killings—with the performative politics of U.S. Democrats seeking staged arrests to boost campaign optics. Tara and Lee tear into the chaos in cities ...

Jun 19, 202516 min

Trump Teases Major Iran Decision as Questions Mount Over Nuclear Strike, Regime Change, and Retaliation Risks

With tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran escalating, President Trump hints at a major decision in the coming days—possibly involving a strike on Iran's fortified Fordow nuclear site. As Ayatollah Khamenei mocks Trump and refuses to negotiate, Trump faces both technical and strategic dilemmas: Will bunker-busting bombs work? Can Iran's nuclear ambitions be ended without catastrophic fallout or civilian casualties? This detailed segment explores Trump’s decades-long stance on Iran, media d...

Jun 19, 202512 min

Trump Demands Iran’s Unconditional Surrender as Ayatollah Regime Targets Civilians, Escalates War

As Iran continues its aerial attacks against Israel—hitting civilian targets including hospitals—Ayatollah Khamenei rejects former President Donald Trump’s call for unconditional surrender. But what does Trump’s demand really mean? Is it a surrender of nuclear capabilities, regime change, or both? This fiery segment questions the motives of pro-Ayatollah voices on both the left and right, while condemning Iran’s civilian-targeted attacks. It also dives into how Trump survived two assassination a...

Jun 19, 202516 min

Supreme Court Delivers Major Blow to Transgender Mandates: A Return to Sanity and States’ Rights

In a powerful 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court rules that states can ban gender transition procedures for minors—striking a decisive blow to forced compliance with radical gender ideology. This landmark ruling puts America on a path back to parental rights and free speech, as public support swings heavily against policies promoting gender transitions for children. The conversation exposes the origins of the movement, its spread from America to Europe, and how even European nations are now re...

Jun 19, 202510 min

Full Show - “America on Fire: Riots, Rage, and the Cost of Collapse”

From Ilhan Omar’s shocking claim that America is becoming “the worst country” to federal agents trapped during riots while Democrat leaders stood down, today’s show is a scathing indictment of leftist chaos and media coverups. Tara breaks down the staggering $20 million in damages, exposes officials who enabled the violence, and unpacks why radicals seem hellbent on destroying the nation that gave them everything. Plus, a deep dive into new studies showing how overwork can physically alter your ...

Jun 18, 20252 hr

H1:“Election Deception & Manufactured Outrage: From Chinese Interference to Fake ICE Arrests”

Tara Servatius dives deep into two of the most shocking revelations rocking American politics. First, she exposes newly surfaced whistleblower claims that the FBI buried and destroyed critical intelligence pointing to a Chinese plot to interfere in the 2020 election—using TikTok-harvested data to create fake U.S. IDs and mail-in ballots for Joe Biden. Tara details how FBI Director Christopher Wray allegedly lied to Congress and orchestrated a massive cover-up to erase the scandal from history. T...

Jun 18, 202529 min

H2:"Foreign Election Interference and the Border Lie: FBI, China, and the Biden Agenda"

In this explosive two-part broadcast, Tara Servatius unpacks staggering revelations about the FBI's alleged cover-up of a massive Chinese plot to rig the 2020 election with fake driver’s licenses and ballots—evidence that was buried, censored, and denied. She connects the dots between deep state censorship, Hunter Biden’s foreign cash flow, and the push to protect Joe Biden at any cost. Then, she shifts focus to the southern border, exposing what she calls “one of the biggest lies ever told”—tha...

Jun 18, 202529 min
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