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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

Trump’s Diplomatic Blitz in Saudi Arabia: Economic Warfare, AI, and the Fight for Global Influence

Live from Saudi Arabia, this broadcast dives into Donald Trump’s aggressive foreign policy strategy as he meets with global dignitaries, tech titans like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, and Saudi leadership. The conversation explores the contrast between Trump’s high-paced diplomacy and Biden’s prior handling of Middle East affairs—highlighting the Biden administration’s alleged softness on Al Qaeda and the weakening of U.S.-Saudi ties. The hosts argue that Trump is reasserting American influence...

May 13, 202511 min

"Democrats Accused of Violence and Cover-Up at ICE Facility Amid Job Data Controversy"

In a fiery commentary, Democrats are accused of violently storming an ICE detention facility in Newark, NJ, in an effort to access and potentially release illegal immigrant detainees with serious criminal records, including gang members and child predators. The transcript claims elected officials acted recklessly and illegally, placing law enforcement and detainees at risk. Additionally, the piece alleges that the Biden administration manipulated job statistics to falsely portray economic growth...

May 12, 202516 min

Temporary Tariff Pause with China Deal or Deception

In this morning's segment, Lee and his co-host unpack the weekend's surprise announcement of a U.S.–China trade agreement, which temporarily lowers reciprocal tariffs as both nations enter a 90-day negotiation period. Despite headlines touting it as a breakthrough, they question the sincerity of China's commitments and highlight deep-rooted concerns—from intellectual property theft to national security threats. Featuring statements from trade officials and critical perspectives from figures like...

May 12, 202512 min

Are we on the brink of nuclear war? Plus, protecting kids from crime, fighting legalized prostitution, and why there's a pope from the US

Red Meat, a collection of the tastiest tidbits from Audacy's conservative News-Talk radio stations, is covering a lot of ground this week. This episode covers kids and vulnerability to crime, efforts to legalize prostitution in one of America's favorite cities -- because that DOESN'T sound like a disaster, am I right? We've got fears of nuclear war all the way to -- you guessed it!-- the new Pope and theories about why the Vatican chose an American.

May 09, 202533 min

Deep State Showdown: Trump’s Prosecutorial Chess Game

As the deep state scrambles to maintain control, Trump counters with a rotating cast of aggressive prosecutors, including Ed Martin and Jeanine Pirro, to expose alleged federal fraud, government corruption, and swamp resistance. With Senate roadblocks and whistleblower revelations piling up, this high-stakes lawfare battle could define the next chapter of the Trump administration.

May 09, 202531 min

From Joint Pain to Justice: Health Hacks and Deep State Battles

This episode covers two major fronts: practical health advice for joint pain—featuring insights on cartilage rebuilding with supplements and QC Kinetics—and a fiery political breakdown of Trump’s strategic appointments to counter the deep state. Also discussed: the growing threat of radicalization on U.S. college campuses, Iran’s influence, and the shocking claims about assassination attempts on Trump. A no-holds-barred look at health, politics, and national security.

May 09, 202532 min

"America’s First Pope, Church in Crisis, and the Missing Children: A Deep Dive into Vatican Politics and U.S. Corruption"

In this explosive commentary, the host dissects the historic election of the first American pope and what it reveals about the Vatican’s financial desperation and political fractures. The episode explores Pope Francis’ controversial legacy, including his perceived hostility toward traditional Catholics, alleged Marxist leanings, and financial mismanagement that alienated American donors. It then shifts to a chilling exposé on the Biden administration’s handling of migrant children, including fak...

May 09, 202531 min

Why the Vatican Chose an American Pope — And the Crisis That Drove It

In this explosive commentary, a longtime Catholic and journalist breaks down the stunning election of the first American pope and the deep political, financial, and ideological fractures that led to it. From Pope Francis’ controversial legacy and alleged Marxist agenda to financial fallout and dwindling support from traditional American Catholics, this analysis exposes how the Church’s internal crisis collided with global politics — including responses to Trump, FBI infiltration, and ties to Chi...

May 09, 202518 min

Tariffs, Tactics, and Trouble: Trump’s Strategy Against China and the Deep State

In this explosive episode, we unpack Trump’s evolving tariff strategy on China—from 45% to 80%—and how it's less about the numbers and more about economic pressure, negotiation optics, and collapsing the Chinese Communist Party. Plus, a deep dive into Letitia James’ alleged mortgage fraud scandal, the FBI's involvement, and the media's portrayal of Trump as a dictator. We also touch on debt, political theater, and the Vatican’s financial struggles. A fiery mix of politics, power plays, and globa...

May 09, 20259 min

How Cartilage, Corruption, and Collusion Collide: From Joint Pain to Geopolitics

A fiery segment weaving together personal health revelations about joint pain and cartilage loss, practical supplement tips, and explosive political commentary. The host dives into the dangers of Hamas infiltration on college campuses, Trump’s strategic maneuvering around DC prosecutions, the deep state’s ties to Iran, and potential assassination attempts. A no-holds-barred discussion connecting domestic health, media manipulation, and global security threats in one fast-paced monologue.

May 09, 202516 min

The Science Behind the Unbreakable Bond Between Mother and Child

New research reveals that fetal cells from a baby migrate to the mother's body as early as six weeks into pregnancy—and stay for life, integrating into organs and even healing tissues. This fascinating biological connection, known as microchimerism, may deepen our understanding of the enduring mother-child bond across generations.

May 09, 202510 min

Firing Squad Fallout Media Spin vs. Justice Debate

A heated discussion unfolds over claims of a "botched" firing squad execution in South Carolina, raising questions about media bias, the ethics of capital punishment, and the legal precedent of inmate-chosen methods. With critics decrying cruelty and hosts defending the justice system’s integrity, the debate exposes deeper political and moral divides on crime and punishment in America.

May 09, 202510 min

Pope Leo: A New Era for the Catholic Church?

A lively discussion on the unexpected selection of the first American pope, the symbolism of a seagull at his announcement, the deepening divide between American Catholics and the Vatican, and how financial pressures and political tensions may have influenced the Church's historic choice.

May 09, 202511 min

Full Show - Unraveling America: Chaos, Corruption, and Cultural Collapse

In today’s fiery broadcasts, the host exposes what he sees as a deliberate dismantling of American values—from the replacement of founding father statues with symbolic figures, to terrorist threats ignored until nearly realized, to universities allegedly serving as recruitment grounds for radical groups. Tying together globalism, immigration, media manipulation, and political betrayal, he paints a stark picture of a nation under siege from both within and without.

May 08, 20252 hr 3 min

“Lawfare & the Immigration Front: The Fight for America’s Red States”

Across two charged segments, hosts condemn judicial interference, GOP betrayal, and deep state inertia while praising bold moves by Florida leaders like AG James Uthmeier and Gov. DeSantis. From alleged plots to jail Trump allies to state-level defiance of federal immigration rulings, the episodes frame a high-stakes battle to stop illegal immigration, dismantle entrenched institutions, and preserve conservative strongholds.

May 08, 202531 min

AI Addiction, Fake Jobs, and Government Breakdown: From Grok to Global Threats

This explosive segment tackles America’s growing AI obsession, with personal stories of reliance on Elon Musk's Grok for everything from therapy to medical advice. Hosts blast the Biden administration over inflated job numbers, likening data manipulation to authoritarian regimes. The episode then turns to blistering criticism of bloated bureaucracy, absurd FAA leave policies, and soft foreign policy—contrasted with Trump’s aggressive stance on Iran and calls to privatize broken government system...

May 08, 202530 min

Boasberg vs. Trump: The Legal Battle for Control over Immigration and Prosecution Powers

As tensions escalate between the judiciary and the Trump administration, Judge Boasberg is moving to assert prosecutorial power over key immigration and human trafficking cases, including efforts to extradite alleged trafficker Saint Kilmayer. Meanwhile, Senator Tillis appears to be blocking Trump's prosecutorial appointments, setting the stage for a constitutional showdown that could see former Trump officials held in contempt. This deep dive reveals the high-stakes struggle between the courts,...

May 08, 202532 min

America Undone: Statues, Terror, and the Infiltration Within

Across two explosive broadcasts, the host lays out a sweeping narrative of cultural erasure, unchecked immigration, and growing radical influence. From the removal of Thomas Jefferson’s statue to a foiled terror plot in Brazil, to U.S. college campuses allegedly harboring Hamas sympathizers via student visas, these segments argue that America is under assault—culturally, politically, and ideologically—from within.

May 08, 202530 min

Statues, Bomb Plots, and Border Lies What the Media Won’t Say

This fiery segment exposes a week of radical shifts—from NYC replacing a Jefferson statue with symbolic art, to a foiled bomb plot by a Trump-deported pedophile, to the Biden-backed Gaza pier sparking outrage. Plus, a deep dive into how U.S. visas are allegedly being used to bring Hamas-aligned activists onto college campuses. The host connects global chaos, media silence, and government complicity in a battle for America’s future.

May 08, 202515 min

Trump’s Global Trade Wins and Europe’s Censorship Crisis What the U.S. Media Won’t Cover

In this eye-opening commentary, hosts highlight major international developments being ignored by U.S. media—India’s unexpected alignment with Trump on trade, promising UK negotiations, and rising censorship in Europe. They argue that Trump's influence is reshaping alliances, with India bowing to U.S. tariff demands and Germany retreating from censoring its leading opposition party after pressure from Elon Musk and American conservatives. As mainstream outlets stay silent, this segment reveals t...

May 08, 202511 min

The Prosecutor Power Play: Boasberg, Tillis, and the War Over Trump’s Agenda

A deep dive into the escalating legal and political showdown involving Judge Boasberg, Senator Tom Tillis, and the Trump administration, as efforts intensify to block Trump's appointments, protect alleged human trafficking networks, and potentially criminalize key Trump officials before a crucial May 20 deadline.

May 08, 202518 min
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