The Tara Palmeri Show

• Why Journalists Protect their Powerful sources with Cenk Uygur

  Is the Press Protecting Power Instead of Exposing It?In this revealing conversation with The Young Turks, Tara Palmeri Show host and veteran investigative journalist Tara Palmeri pulls back the curtain on how access-driven journalism has warped the media’s role in Washington. From breaking the Hunter Biden gun story to being blacklisted by Trump's inner circle, Tara shares her unfiltered experience navigating a media landscape where proximity to power often means silence—and where telling the truth can cost you your career.Do you trust the mainstream media to hold power accountable—or are they too compromised by access? Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show!  Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conversation. Tara has covered national politics and foreign affairs for fifteen years. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News, where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the Chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She’s also worked for the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, POLITICO Europe and Puck, and she hosted The Ringer's election podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win." Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein called "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Subscribe to Tara’s weekly newsletter The Red Letter on Substack  Support her independent journalism on GoFundMe Visit her channel on YouTube Follow Tara on Social Media: Instagram X TikTok Got guest ideas or news tips? [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Tara talks to forensic psychologist Leslie Dobson about the Epstein case

  Unmasking Power: Epstein, Trump, and the Fight for Truth In this powerful episode of The Tara Palmeri Show, host Tara Palmeri sits down with forensic psychologist Leslie Dobson of Intentionally Disturbing to uncover the chilling realities of the Jeffrey Epstein case and the challenges of reporting on powerful figures like Donald Trump. Tara shares her firsthand experiences, from investigating Epstein’s sex trafficking network alongside survivor Virginia Giuffre to facing harassment from Trump’s war room for her unfiltered journalism. Recorded on the day of the controversial "Big Beautiful Bill" passage, this episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking to understand the intersections of power, media, and justice. What do you think—could Trump’s inner circle be shielding secrets tied to Epstein’s network? Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show!  Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conversation. Tara has covered national politics and foreign affairs for fifteen years. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News, where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the Chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She’s also worked for the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, POLITICO Europe and Puck, and she hosted The Ringer's election podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win." Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein called "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Subscribe to Tara’s weekly newsletter The Red Letter on Substack  Support her independent journalism on GoFundMe Visit her channel on YouTube Follow Tara on Social Media: Instagram X TikTok Got guest ideas or news tips? [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Trump Can’t Escape Epstein—Even MAGA Wants the Truth Now

  Tara Palmeri talks to  @underthedesknews 's Vitus Spehar about her latest Jeffrey Epstein reporting and how President Trump is failing to sweep it under the rug because it's a story about two tiers of justice that speaks to his MAGA base. What do you think? Will this ever go away? Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show!  Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conversation. Tara has covered national politics and foreign affairs for fifteen years. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News, where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the Chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She’s also worked for the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, POLITICO Europe and Puck, and she hosted The Ringer's election podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win." Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein called "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Subscribe to Tara’s weekly newsletter The Red Letter on Substack  Support her independent journalism on GoFundMe Visit her channel on YouTube Follow Tara on Social Media: Instagram X TikTok Got guest ideas or news tips? [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Why Trump Can't Kill the Epstein Case with Jim Acosta

  Did the DOJ just bury the Epstein case—for good? Tara Palmeri joins Jim Acosta to unpack what the government really revealed over the July 4th weekend about Jeffrey Epstein—and what they may still be hiding. From redacted files and unreleased videos to Trump's name in Epstein's little black book, Tara dives deep into her two-year investigation and firsthand interviews with survivors and law enforcement sources.Do YOU believe the Epstein case is being covered up? Who's protecting who?  Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show!  Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conversation. Tara has covered national politics and foreign affairs for fifteen years. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News, where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the Chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She’s also worked for the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, POLITICO Europe and Puck, and she hosted The Ringer's election podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win." Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein called "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Subscribe to Tara’s weekly newsletter The Red Letter on Substack  Support her independent journalism on GoFundMe Visit her channel on YouTube Follow Tara on Social Media: Instagram X TikTok Got guest ideas or news tips? [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Trump and Epstein: Why he Wants the Scandal Buried

  Is the Epstein case really closed—or is it just being buried? Investigative journalist and Tara Palmeri Show host Tara Palmeri joins Will Sommer of The Bulwark to unpack the DOJ's abrupt "case closed" memo on Jeffrey Epstein. With explosive allegations, botched investigations, and missing surveillance footage, Tara explains why many—including Trump’s own base—aren’t buying the official story. Did Pam Bondi fumble the case? Is Trump trying to kill the conversation because it hits too close to home? And why does the DOJ insist there’s “no list” when victims say otherwise? Is this the end of the Epstein investigation—or just the start of something bigger? Welcome to The Tara Palmeri Show!  Tara Palmeri is one of the most feared and fearless political journalists. As a deeply-sourced reporter, she brings her audience inside the machinations of the highest level of power. Her quick wit and unvarnished reporting goes beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the intrigues of the permanent political class. This show is not about platitudes. Rather it's about what’s really happening at the highest levels of power and the inside conversation. Tara has covered national politics and foreign affairs for fifteen years. She was formerly a White House Correspondent for ABC News, where she covered the first Trump administration. She was the Chief National Correspondent for POLITICO during the Biden administration. She has been a political analyst for CNBC, CBS and CNN. She’s also worked for the Washington Examiner, the New York Post, POLITICO Europe and Puck, and she hosted The Ringer's election podcast "Somebody's Gotta Win." Tara also hosted two acclaimed podcasts on Jeffrey Epstein called "Broken: Jeffrey Epstein" and "Power: The Maxwells." Subscribe to Tara’s weekly newsletter The Red Letter on Substack  Support her independent journalism on GoFundMe Visit her channel on YouTube Follow Tara on Social Media: Instagram X TikTok Got guest ideas or news tips? [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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