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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!     

  1. 6 HRS AGO

    BONUS: Trump proves his Midas touch, plus judge forces rape victim to pay perpetrator in latest travesty of American justice

    Thomas Massey and Bill Cassidy proved what happens when you 'F around and find out' with President Donald Trump. Get the latest on those primary losses, plus a case of bad justice you have to hear and officer discusses renewed respect for military. Plus, new details about the death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch.

    31 min

  2. 8 HRS AGO

    H1: CA moves Nick Shirley Act; $14B MN fraud probe; Trump fan beaten in San Diego; US pauses Taiwan weapons sales amid Iran war.

    The May 22, 2026, episode of The Tara Show on 98.9 WORD examined California's "Stop Nick Shirley Act" and a massive $90 million autism fraud indictment in Minnesota. Additional topics included a violent assault on a San Diego Trump supporter and a U.S. pause on arms sales to Taiwan due to conflict in Iran.

    29 min

  3. 9 HRS AGO

    Nick Shirley act through in CA; Fraud Charges in MN

    California Democrats are advancing Assembly Bill 2624, the "Stop Nick Shirley Act," which seeks to criminalize the filming and online posting of information about taxpayer-funded immigration service workers. Critics, including Assemblymember Carl DeMaio, contend the legislation is designed to shield NGO corruption and intimidate journalists like Nick Shirley. Simultaneously, federal authorities in Minnesota charged 15 individuals in what is described as the largest autism fraud scheme in U.S. history, involving the theft of $90 million in taxpayer funds.

    14 min

  4. 9 HRS AGO

    14B in Fraud in Minnesota; Kelly Loeffler on the Fraud

    The Tara Show highlights up to $19 billion in suspected Minnesota welfare and pandemic fraud, featuring investigations into fake NGOs, daycare centers, and masked operations. SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler initiated federal intervention, halting $400 million in loans and auditing fraudulent entities.

    6 min

  5. 10 HRS AGO

    Democrats adopting anti-semitism; Maureen Galindo comments

    The Tara Show (Friday, May 22, 2026) — Hour 1, Segment 2 focuses heavily on the massive government fraud investigations unfolding in Minnesota.Key Details from the Segment:The Minnesota Fraud Probe: Host Tara Servatius dives into details revealing up to $14 billion to $19 billion in suspected welfare and pandemic funding fraud within Minnesota. The broad scheme includes a network of fake NGOs, daycare facilities, and masked operations.Federal Intervention: SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler has initiated aggressive federal enforcement, freezing $400 million in suspicious loans and ordering comprehensive audits of the fraudulent entities.

    14 min

  6. 10 HRS AGO

    Are we out of munitions to continue the Iran war

    The Tara Show reports that the U.S. is facing critical shortages in precision-guided munitions and artillery due to the ongoing Iran conflict. These supply shortages have forced the U.S. to pause a weapons sale to Taiwan and are raising concerns regarding national security readiness.

    6 min
  7. Full Show - “REALITY FRACTURE: POWER, TRUST & THE NEW INFORMATION WAR”

    1D AGO

    Full Show - “REALITY FRACTURE: POWER, TRUST & THE NEW INFORMATION WAR”

    Today’s AMPERWAVE briefing pulls together a single, volatile through-line across politics, foreign policy, and institutional trust: a country increasingly split not just over solutions—but over what is real. From contested intelligence narratives and media distrust to escalating debates over Iran, China, and domestic institutions, the central question is no longer just policy—it’s credibility. ⚡ COLD OPEN “What happens when a nation stops agreeing on facts… and starts arguing over reality itself?” Today’s episode tracks a series of overlapping controversies—from global flashpoints involving Iran and China, to domestic battles over law enforcement, political legitimacy, and institutional trust inside the United States. 🧭 SEGMENT 1: THE REALITY CRISIS A recurring theme across today’s discussions: declining public trust in media, polling, and official narratives. Key dynamics raised: Conflicting interpretations of political violence and public events Growing skepticism toward legacy media and social platforms Concerns that artificial intelligence and misinformation are amplifying confusion The result is a fragmented information environment where agreement on basic facts is no longer guaranteed. 🌍 SEGMENT 2: IRAN, CHINA & THE ESCALATION DIVIDE Foreign policy tensions dominate multiple discussions, particularly around Iran and broader geopolitical alignment. The episode highlights: Competing views inside U.S. leadership circles on diplomacy vs. military deterrence Allegations of indirect coordination or influence involving Iran and China in regional conflicts Concerns about repeated strikes on U.S. interests and allied assets Internal disagreement over whether negotiations strengthen or weaken deterrence The divide is framed as a strategic identity crisis: negotiation versus escalation under pressure. 🏛️ SEGMENT 3: INSTITUTIONS UNDER FIRE A major domestic thread centers on allegations of politicized enforcement and institutional influence. Key institutions discussed include: Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Investigation Advocacy and legal groups shaping enforcement narratives Claims raised across segments include: Accusations of selective enforcement or politicized training materials Debate over whether advocacy organizations have outsized influence on federal interpretation of “extremism” Ongoing congressional scrutiny led by figures such as Jim Jordan Supporters of current institutions argue these systems operate within legal frameworks; critics argue they’ve become entangled in political feedback loops. ⚖️ SEGMENT 4: ACCOUNTABILITY, POWER & THE JUSTICE DEBATE The conversation expands into accountability at the highest levels of government and intelligence. Figures referenced include: James Comey Donald Trump Senior political operatives across multiple administrations Themes include: Allegations of investigative overreach and surveillance controversies Claims of bureaucratic entrenchment across administrations Counterarguments emphasizing legal legitimacy of investigations The tension: whether accountability is being restored—or politicized. 🏦 SEGMENT 5: MONEY, POWER & POLITICAL INFLUENCE Economic power and political influence intersect throughout today’s narrative. Key points raised: Debate over wealth concentration and political messaging Criticism of elite influence across party lines Commentary on figures such as Jeff Bezos regarding taxation and economic structure The broader argument centers on whether economic inequality is being addressed—or weaponized rhetorically. 🧨 SEGMENT 6: INFORMATION WARFARE & DOMESTIC POLARIZATION The episode closes on a unifying theme: escalating polarization across all domains. Key observations: Domestic political language becoming more extreme and adversarial Foreign policy debates bleeding into ideological identity conflicts Institutional distrust reinforcing partisan interpretation of every major event Even shared events are no longer pro ...

    1h 50m
  8. H1: DOJ Indicts Castro as Democrats Face Extremism Backlash

    1D AGO

    H1: DOJ Indicts Castro as Democrats Face Extremism Backlash

    Castro Indicted & Democrat Chaos EPISODE DESCRIPTION The DOJ indicts former Cuban leader Raul Castro over the 1996 civilian aircraft attack that killed Americans, while political controversy erupts inside the Democrat Party over radical rhetoric, antisemitism accusations, and growing fears of extremism. Tara and Lee also dive into explosive allegations of federal fraud, DOGE investigations, Medicaid abuse, and a major South Carolina redistricting fight that could reshape congressional power. HOOK From Raul Castro’s indictment to accusations of extremism inside the Democrat Party and billions in alleged federal fraud — today’s show covers political chaos on every front. KEY TALKING POINTS DOJ indicts Raul Castro over the 1996 plane shootdown USS Nimitz strike group increases pressure on Cuba Trump administration vows accountability for Americans killed overseas Obama-Castro relations contrasted with Trump’s Cuba policy Debate over communism, authoritarianism, and modern political rhetoric Controversy surrounding Democrat candidate Graham Plattner Discussion of “armed revolution” rhetoric and political extremism Marine Galindo backlash over comments targeting “American Zionists” Jared Moskowitz threatens expulsion effort if elected Democrat leadership criticized for limited response Allegations of massive federal fraud uncovered through DOGE investigations Senator Joni Ernst cites $1.4 billion per day in fraud allegations Senator John Kennedy discusses Medicaid abuse claims South Carolina redistricting battle intensifies Shane Massey and GOP infighting over congressional maps SEO KEYWORDS Raul Castro indictment, Trump Cuba policy, Marine Galindo controversy, Graham Plattner, DOGE fraud investigation, Joni Ernst fraud claims, John Kennedy Medicaid fraud, South Carolina redistricting, Shane Massey, Jared Moskowitz, Cuba news, political commentary podcast, Tara Servatius, Lee Cunningham, conservative talk radio SOCIAL MEDIA POST 🚨 MASSIVE political fallout today: 🇺🇸 DOJ indicts Raul Castro over Americans killed in 1996 🔥 Democrat candidates face backlash over radical rhetoric 💰 DOGE investigators uncover staggering fraud allegations 🗺️ South Carolina’s redistricting war heats up Tara & Lee break down the biggest stories shaking Washington and beyond. This episode covers EVERYTHING. 👀 #Trump #Cuba #Politics #DOGE #Fraud #Congress #BreakingNews #Podcast #AmericaFirst #SouthCarolina What is this? YOUTUBE TITLE Raul Castro Indicted | Fraud Scandal & Democrat Extremism Explode YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION The DOJ officially indicts former Cuban leader Raul Castro over the 1996 aircraft attack that killed Americans, while controversy grows around Democrat candidates accused of promoting extremist rhetoric. Tara and Lee also discuss: Cuba and Trump’s foreign policy approach Graham Plattner and Marine Galindo controversies DOGE fraud investigations Medicaid abuse allegations South Carolina redistricting battles Republican infighting and congressional power struggles Subscribe for daily political commentary and breaking analysis. #Trump #Politics #Cuba #DOGE #Congress #Podcast THUMBNAIL TEXT INDICTED • EXPOSED • CHAOS HASHTAGS #Trump #RaulCastro #DOGE #Politics #BreakingNews #Congress #Fraud #SouthCarolina #Podcast #AmericaFirst CUSTOM LABELS Raul Castro, Cuba, Trump, DOJ, Marine Galindo, Graham Plattner, DOGE, federal fraud, Medicaid fraud, Joni Ernst, John Kennedy, South Carolina politics, Shane Massey, redistricting, Jared Moskowitz, political commentary, conservative podcast, Tara Servatius, Lee Cunningham

    27 min
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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!     

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  • Creator
    Audacy
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    564
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.
  • Show Website
    The Tara Show

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