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The Tara Show

The Tara Show

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 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!2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Politics & Government
Episodes
  • BONUS: Here's what doomed Kristi Noem, plus what's going on with Tucker Carlson?

    BONUS: Here's what doomed Kristi Noem, plus what's going on with Tucker Carlson?
    Mar 6 2026
    Kristi Noem's dismissal is at the top of conservative news feeds, and so is the latest in Iran. We dig into those topics, plus Trump's attack on former ally Tucker Carlson.
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    23 mins
  • Full Show - Chaos & Cover-Ups: Trump, Iran, and Election Fallout

    Full Show - Chaos & Cover-Ups: Trump, Iran, and Election Fallout
    Mar 6 2026
    From Congress backing Trump’s Iran actions to shocking election fraud revelations, today’s episode covers it all. Tara dives into the legal wins, global power moves, and assassination plots tied to Iran, while breaking down the SAFE Act, voter fraud, and what it means for American security. Nothing is off-limits, and every development could reshape the nation. 📢 Social Message: ⚡ Trump gets Congress on board, Democrats flail, and Iran is in the crosshairs. Add election fraud, assassination plots, and global power plays—Tara covers all the chaos you need to know TODAY! 🌎🔥 🏷️ Hashtags for Post: #Trump #Iran #Congress #DemocratsFail #ElectionFraud #SAFEAct #AssassinationPlot #GlobalPolitics #BreakingNews #TaraReports 🏷️ Hashtags for First Comment: #TrumpVictory #IranConflict #ElectionIntegrity #VoterFraud #DominionMachines #USMilitary #MiddleEast #FoxNews 🏷️ Custom Labels: foreign policy, iran conflict, trump administration, congress, war powers, election security, assassination plot, middle east, global markets ⏱️ Episode Highlights: Trump & Congress: Democrats’ war powers challenge fails, giving Trump full legal cover for Iran operations. Jonathan Turley Insight: Legal expert explains why Trump’s moves are constitutional under the War Powers Act. Iran Leadership Strategy: Lt. Col. Darren Gobb explains Trump’s plan for transitional leadership post-conflict. Global Impacts: Oil markets, Strait of Hormuz, and the reshaping of alliances, including UK, France, Russia, and China. Assassination Plot: Breaking details on the Iran-linked attempt on Trump’s life and its FBI investigation. Election Fraud Analysis: Donna from Anderson shares insider insights on voter fraud, Dominion machines, and the SAFE Act. Geopolitical Takeaways: NATO and UN credibility questioned as US asserts its power globally. Domestic Fallout: How today’s events expose gaps in election security and foreign policy enforcement.
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    2 hrs and 2 mins
  • H1: War Realignment, DHS Scandal, and the SAVE Act Showdown

    H1: War Realignment, DHS Scandal, and the SAVE Act Showdown
    Mar 6 2026
    A brutal DHS hearing ends a political career, Middle East alliances flip the global order, and the SAVE Act becomes the last stand against election fraud. Tara breaks down how media narratives, foreign policy shifts, and Republican infighting are colliding at once. EPISODE SUMMARY In today’s episode, Tara dives into a stunning political collapse at the Department of Homeland Security after explosive testimony about an alleged affair with political operative Corey Lewandowski. The scandal erupts during a tense congressional hearing, raising questions about ethics, leadership, and the political damage done in the middle of major immigration enforcement efforts. Meanwhile, the geopolitical map is shifting fast. Following military strikes against Iran, several Gulf states—including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain—are quietly aligning with the United States and Israel, offering bases and operational support. Tara explains why this surprising coalition may actually simplify the conflict rather than expand it. At the same time, tension grows with traditional Western allies. Leaders like Keir Starmer face criticism as the United Kingdom and other European governments hesitate to support U.S. operations, sparking debate over whether old alliances are weakening while new ones form in the Middle East. Back in Washington, a political showdown is brewing over election integrity legislation. The SAVE Act could force states to provide voter roll data and require proof of citizenship to vote—potentially reshaping future elections. But Senate leadership battles, including figures like John Thune, John Cornyn, and Lindsey Graham, are threatening to stall it. Finally, Tara looks at rising frustration over judicial decisions in states like South Carolina, where critics say liberal judges are being repeatedly appointed by Republican legislatures despite controversial rulings—including a case where a stabbing suspect was released on minimal bond. It’s a chaotic moment in American politics—scandals, shifting alliances, and battles for the future of elections—all colliding at once. SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS DHS Hearing Explosion A devastating congressional exchange puts DHS leadership under fire after questions about alleged personal misconduct involving Corey Lewandowski. Middle East Alliances Flip Gulf nations quietly move closer to the U.S. and Israel after Iranian attacks across the region. Europe vs. The U.S.? Debate grows as the UK and France hesitate on military cooperation. SAVE Act Power Struggle A major election integrity bill becomes the center of a fierce fight inside the Republican Party. South Carolina’s Judicial Controversy Critics say the state’s judicial selection system keeps producing soft-on-crime rulings. KEY TAKEAWAYS A DHS scandal erupts during a high-profile congressional hearing. Middle Eastern alliances are shifting in unexpected ways. Western allies face criticism for hesitation in regional conflicts. The SAVE Act could dramatically change U.S. election verification. Judicial appointment systems are facing renewed scrutiny.
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    30 mins
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