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Bloody Weekend: Michigan Church Massacre, NC Marina Shooting, Eric Adams Drops Out, Portland Troops (Ep 546)

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Bloody Weekend in America: Church Massacre, NC Marina Shooting, NYC Mayoral Shock & Federal Troops in Portland

It was a violent weekend across the U.S. We break down two deadly mass shootings—a Michigan church attack during Sunday service and a North Carolina marina shooting where the suspect fled by boat—plus a political earthquake in New York City as Mayor Eric Adams drops out to block socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani. We also cover the federal deployment to “war-ravaged” Portland, OR after clashes outside an ICE facility, and updates from country music and true crime: Dolly Parton postpones her Las Vegas shows on doctor’s orders, and former prosecutor Tommy Pope argues Susan Smith should remain in prison as her 2026 parole nears.

What you’ll hear in this episode

• Michigan church shooting: timeline, victims, IED reports, first-responder response, community impact

• Southport, NC mass shooting: suspect pulls up to American Fish Company, opens fire, escapes by boat; Coast Guard detains person of interest

• NYC bombshell: Eric Adams ends his campaign; what it means for Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa

• Portland federal deployment: why President Trump sent in agents/troops; clashes near ICE; legal & political stakes

• Dolly Parton health update: postpones Caesars Palace Colosseum dates; what fans can expect

• Susan Smith parole fight: Tommy Pope says her crime warrants continued incarceration; 2026 parole window

• Listener mailbag on faith, forgiveness & public safety

Chapters
00:00 Intro & headlines
01:05 Michigan church massacre—what we know so far
08:42 NC marina mass shooting: suspect flees by boat, Coast Guard stop
14:55 NYC shocker: Eric Adams drops out; can Mamdani be stopped?
23:18 Federal agents in Portland: ICE facility clashes & legal angles
30:44 Dolly Parton postpones Las Vegas residency—doctor’s orders
34:28 Tommy Pope vs. Susan Smith parole: true crime update
39:10 Listener texts & calls + final take

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WEEKEND: Found a Stray in Greenville? GHS Launches 24/7 Roadside Microchip Scanner—Plus Affordable Pet Care” (Ep 545)

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If you find a stray pet in your neighborhood, there’s now a faster, simpler way to get that animal home. The Greenville Humane Society has installed a public, roadside microchip scanning station right outside its Adoption Center at 305 Airport Road, available 24/7/365 with step-by-step instructions, lost-pet resources, and a community bulletin board for updates. (https://www.foxcarolina.com)

How the roadside scanner works (quick guide)

1. Pull in safely at 305 Airport Rd and park near the station.
2. Gently scan the pet’s shoulder/neck area; follow posted instructions.
3. Record the chip ID that appears.
4. Follow the on-site directions to look up the chip and contact information or next steps for reunification. For after-hours hits, owners can still be contacted through the registry; posted guidance explains the process and what to do if no match appears right away. (GREENVILLE JOURNAL)

Safety tips for Good Samaritans: Use a leash or carrier if possible, avoid sudden movements, and check for visible ID or tags before scanning. If the pet appears injured or aggressive, call local animal control or a nearby clinic.

After-hours reunions—what happens at midnight?

Because the station runs all night, a chip match can trigger next steps through the microchip registry even when offices are closed. The on-site instructions walk you through contacting the registry and logging a found report so the owner can be reached promptly. (The Journal’s rollout coverage confirms the station is designed for exactly this kind of round-the-clock use.) (GREENVILLE JOURNAL)

Chip myths vs. reality

• “A chip automatically has my info.” Not quite—chips must be registered and kept up-to-date with your contact details.
• “If one scan fails, there’s no chip.” Not always—re-scan slowly and in multiple passes; universal scanners read multiple chip types and frequencies. If there’s still no hit, follow the posted steps to file a found report. (Facebook)

Community partners who made it possible

NexGard Plus, Cleveland Park Animal Hospitals, and Elanco supported the station’s launch—great examples of public-private collaboration to help lost pets get home faster. Plans to expand public scanners will be explored as the program matures. (https://www.foxcarolina.com)

Beyond the scanner—affordable pet care at GHS

GHS continues its core work for families and pets:

• Vaccine Clinic with common preventive services “without breaking the bank,” starting at $10 for select services.
• Spay/Neuter Clinic with transparent add-ons like microchips around $20 (prices subject to change; check site for details). (greenvillehumane.com)

Get your pet microchipped today

You can microchip through GHS during clinic visits; bring ID and your pet’s records if available, then register the chip online and keep your contact info current. Booking, hours, and pricing are posted on the GHS site. (greenvillehumane.com)

Where to go & how to help

Location: Greenville Humane Society, 305 Airport Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
What to do: Use the scanner for found pets, explore lost-pet resources, donate, volunteer, or book clinic services via the website. (greenvillehumane.com)

Also on today’s show: RIZE Prevention—building a drug-free generation

We’re joined by Martine Helou-Allen, Founder & Executive Director of RIZE Prevention, an Upstate nonprofit focused on empowering teens and families with evidence-based prevention tools. We’ll dig into why prevention matters, how RIZE’s approach is working in local schools, and how parents can bring the program to their districts. (RIZE Prevention)

The WAY Forum (Aug 23)—RIZE’s community event aimed at equipping families, schools, and churches—features practical strategies to protect kids and build resilience. Details and recaps have been shared across RIZE social channels. For information, visit RizePrevention.org and ask how to bring the program to your school, volunteer, or support the mission. (Instagram)

 

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BREAKING: James Comey INDICTED!! | Trump OKs TikTok Sale | A Hollywood Story of Forgiveness (Ep 544)

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1) Grand jury indicts former FBI Director James Comey
A federal grand jury returned two counts against James Comey: alleged false statements to Congress and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. We break down what prosecutors allege, why it matters for oversight of federal law enforcement, and what comes next procedurally in court.

2) TikTok gets a U.S. lifeline
President Trump signed an executive order green-lighting a sale of TikTok to U.S. investors in a multibillion-dollar deal. We walk through ownership, control of the algorithm, user data protections, and what it means for creators, advertisers, and national security.

3) Charlie Kirk’s impact—how forgiveness frees you
Two weeks after Charlie’s assassination, stories are pouring in about changed hearts. One well-known actor says the memorial helped him forgive a 60-year grievance. We talk about why forgiveness isn’t forgetting or excusing—it’s releasing the poison and choosing freedom.

4) Lt. Governor Pamela Evette: energy & elections in South Carolina
Pamela Evette joins us on grid reliability, new generation and transmission in SC, permitting and nuclear SMR prospects, and what the latest polling says about the Governor’s race and the issues that will decide it.

 

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TPUSA on Rooftop Jurisdiction; ICE Facility Attack; GOP Diners Dump Cracker Barrel (Ep 543)

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1) Dallas ICE facility shooting
Police identified the gunman who opened fire from a nearby rooftop, killing one and injuring two before taking his own life. Ammunition reportedly bore anti-ICE messages. We walk through the timeline, the response from state/federal leaders, and why rhetoric around immigration enforcement is under the microscope.

2) Who had the rooftops? TPUSA speaks out
Two weeks after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA spokesman Andrew Kolvet explains the limits of private security at campus events—why TPUSA protects the principal’s immediate vicinity while rooftops/perimeter fall under local and campus PD. We break down drones, counter-snipers, and realistic protocols for open-air venues.

3) “Political crisis” mood spike (Quinnipiac)
A new national poll finds nearly 8 in 10 voters say the U.S. is in a political crisis following Kirk’s assassination. Majorities expect more political violence and worry about free speech protections. We unpack the crosstabs and what this means for 2025–26.

4) Cracker Barrel’s customer exodus
From first to worst: fresh restaurant data show Cracker Barrel plunging after the logo/brand pivot backlash—even after the walk-back. We look at who left, why brand trust matters, and which competitors gained.

Plus: forfeited HS volleyball matches over a transgender player, a “quiet time surcharge” at a restaurant that stunned diners, and more headlines.

 

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Trump at the UN, Melania’s “Protect the Kids,” BLM Fraud and Late-Night TV Backlash (Ep 542)

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President Donald Trump shook the United Nations General Assembly with a full-throated defense of national sovereignty—calling out “failed globalism,” border chaos, and child trafficking. First Lady Melania Trump then used the UNGA stage to launch Fostering the Future Together, urging world leaders to protect kids as technology races ahead.

In Florida, the Trump golf club gunman was found guilty on all counts—and tried to stab himself in the courtroom as the verdict was read. We break down the evidence, the chaos, and what’s next at sentencing.

On the book circuit, Kamala Harris is promoting 107 Days—and she’s not kind to her 2024 running mate Gov. Tim Walz, blasting his debate performance against JD Vance and reliving campaign missteps.

Plus: A BLM associate is sentenced to 18 months in federal prison after blowing pandemic and donated funds on vacations, fine dining, and housing. We have the receipts—and what prosecutors said in court.

We also hit UNGA reactions: Zelenskyy says his rapport with Trump has strengthened; Macron calls for “unity” and draws a sharp rebuke from Sen. Ted Cruz. And in media land, Disney brings back Jimmy Kimmel, but major affiliate groups keep preempting—keeping the late-night fight very much alive.

Today’s lineup

• Trump’s UNGA address: sovereignty, borders, trafficking, speech & faith

• Melania at UNGA: protecting children in the digital age

• Golf club gunman verdict: guilty—then a self-harm attempt in court

• Kamala’s book tour: shots at Tim Walz & 2024 hindsight

• BLM fraud case: 18-month sentence for luxury spending of raised funds

• UNGA ripples: Zelenskyy’s take; Macron vs. Cruz

• Kimmel returns; affiliates resist—what it means for viewers

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ABC Brings Back Jimmy Kimmel—TPUSA Pushes Affiliates to Say No (Ep 541)

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ABC says “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” returns tonight—after a brief suspension over remarks tied to Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Disney calls the comments “ill-timed,” critics call the return predictable, and some big station groups still say “not so fast.” Turning Point USA is urging ABC affiliates to keep Kimmel off the air—while dropping a star-studded campus tour in Charlie’s honor.

Tonight’s rundown:

• Kimmel’s comeback: Disney puts the show back on; Sinclair and other groups weigh preemption; free-speech vs. standards debate explodes.

• TPUSA tour after Charlie Kirk: New Turning Point Tour lineup includes Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson, Vivek Ramaswamy, Glenn Beck, Allie Beth Stuckey, Gov. Jeff Landry, Gov. Greg Gianforte, Sen. Mike Lee, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, Jason Chaffetz, Alex Clark, Rob Schneider & more—hitting Minnesota, Virginia Tech, Utah State, Montana State, UND, Oklahoma, IU, LSU, Ole Miss, Auburn, UC Berkeley and others.

• Starbucks firing: Ohio barista terminated after writing a slur about Charlie Kirk on a customer’s cup—company says it violated policies for a welcoming environment.

• Domestic terror label: President Trump signs an order designating Antifa a “domestic terrorist organization,” directing agencies to investigate, disrupt, and prosecute terror-linked activity.

• Security & law enforcement:

  • Man charged for allegedly pointing a laser at Marine One near the White House.

  • South Carolina “Move Over” blitz: ~2,400 tickets as officials push roadside safety after trooper strikes.

  • SC trooper fired, charged in a separate, tragic child-abuse case.

• Health policy tease: From the Roosevelt Room, President Trump signals a major autism announcement and warns pregnant women against acetaminophen (Tylenol) use—citing studies that show associations. (HHS notes association ≠ causation; expect label and guidance debates.)

TPUSA to ABC affiliates: “Don’t air Kimmel.”
Spokesman Andrew Kolvet says Disney “caved,” while some affiliates argue Kimmel should apologize and make amends before any return. Critics call ABC’s pause a slap on the wrist; others oppose ‘cancellation’ over one monologue and want broader debate—with guests across the aisle.

Listener corner:

“It felt like a revival… for five hours we felt safe.”
“Forgiveness on that stage changed hearts.”

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Is Charlie Kirk a Martyr? What the Word Means|Highlights from Charlie Kirk’s Stadium Memorial (Ep 540)

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Yesterday, more than 200,000 mourners gathered at State Farm Stadium to say goodbye to Charlie Kirk—husband, father, founder of Turning Point USA, and a defining voice for a generation. In today’s show, we bring you the moments that mattered—and what they mean next.

In this episode:

• Stadium memorial highlights: tributes, testimonies, and a call to carry the torch
• “Martyr” debate: what the term means historically and why so many used it yesterday
• Trump & Musk together at the memorial: symbolism and possible thaw in tensions
• Investigation update: where the case stands and what’s being examined
• Policy watch: the death-penalty discussion and how Utah/South Carolina approach it
• Health policy tease: President Trump signals a “major” autism announcement

Key takeaways:

• The memorial blended grief with resolve: “You can silence a man, not a movement.”

• The “martyr” label isn’t a slogan—it’s about how attempts to silence can amplify a message.

• Public safety and political violence are under a microscope as investigators probe every angle.

• A renewed push for debate, mentorship, free speech, and disciplined civic engagement.

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WEEKEND:How to Build a Church Safety Team (Fast) + Horse-Assisted Grief Support for Kids (Ep 539)

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Protecting the Flock & Healing the Hurt: Church Security Training + Free Grief Support for Families (Upstate SC)

In today’s show we cover two urgent, hopeful topics for our communities in the Upstate:

1. how to protect houses of worship with practical, faith-focused security training, and

2. how grieving kids and caregivers can find free support through horse-assisted peer groups.

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 “Securing Sacred Spaces” (C&C Indoor Range – Sept 25)

Churches, synagogues, and faith-based schools are often labeled “soft targets,” but they don’t have to be. C&C Indoor Range (Asheville Hwy, Boiling Springs — CCIndoorRange.com) is hosting Securing Sacred Spaces on September 25 — a focused, two-hour workshop designed for pastors, ushers/greeters, safety teams, school staff, and volunteers (armed or unarmed, no prior experience required).

What you’ll learn (real-world, church-specific):

• Recognizing pre-attack indicators (behavioral red flags greeters can spot early)

• Emergency Action Plans: evacuation, lockdown, medical response, rally points

• Legal & Liability basics for church safety teams (use of force, carry on church property)

• Insurance: what your policy likely covers — and what it doesn’t

• Team roles that work on Sundays: team lead, door posts, internal rover, medical, comms

• Sample security plan templates for small, medium, and large congregations

Register: CCIndoorRange.com → Training → Securing Sacred Spaces (Sept 25)
Location: C&C Indoor Range, Asheville Hwy, Boiling Springs, SC
Note: Seats are limited.

Quick disclaimer: This segment provides general information, not legal advice. Always follow South Carolina law, your church’s policies, and coordinate with local law enforcement.

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 Tomorrow’s Rainbow (Free Grief Support • Travelers Rest)

Tomorrow’s Rainbow offers free, twice-monthly grief support groups for children (age 3–18) and their caregivers, now serving families here in the Upstate from Travelers Rest. The program blends clinician-led peer support with on-the-ground interaction with horses (no riding) — a calm, hands-on setting that helps kids regulate big emotions and reconnect with joy.

Who should attend: families experiencing the loss of a loved one or significant trauma.
How it works: age-appropriate groups (Littles, Bigs, Teens) meet twice monthly; caregivers receive support, too.
Extras: “Grief on the Go” and the Coping Academy bring this model to schools, churches, camps, and community partners.

Learn / Enroll / Donate: TomorrowsRainbow.org

Programs are free thanks to community support. If you’re able, consider donating at TomorrowsRainbow.org to keep services accessible to every family that needs them.

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Quick Shout-Out — Great American Cleanup

Want a practical way to bless your neighborhood? Check out the Great American Cleanup and plug your group into a local project: https://kab.org/our-signature-programs/great-american-cleanup/

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