Truth in Politics and Culture with Dr. Tony Beam

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, close to 150 pastors rallied and supported a press conference at the Statehouse in Columbia. The pastors gather to push back against gambling and push for pro-life legislation to shut down chemical abortions in South Carolina. Six Minnesota prosecutors resign and then are fired by the Justice Department over a proposed investigation into Renee Good and her p...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the upcoming South Carolina Legislative Session will feature debates over the expansion of gambling, and the willingness of lawmakers to go beyond the fetal heartbeat law in protecting life in the womb. In a closed door, classified session with lawmakers from both parties, Secretary of State Marco Rubio outlines the longterm plan for Venezuela, and the ICE a...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, South Carolina is on the verge of passing gambling legiislation that would allow casinos and online sports wagering and cause negative consequences for the culture. President Trump takes action on what is now called the "Donroe" Doctrine, in a daring military and law enforcement raid that brings Maduro and his wife to New York to face justice. What...

Today on Truth on Politics and Culture, the 2026 South Carolina General Assembly will hold its first meeting on January 13. Casino Gambling and online sports wagering will top the list of cultural issues that have to potential to radically redefine the cultural climate in South Carolina. The Trump Administration releases its National Security Strategy inciting harsh criticism from some and rave re...

Today on Truth on Politics and Culture I will talk briefly about special selections in South Carolina that will be held on December 23. What is the latest information about the possibility of peace between Russia and Ukraine? Can Europe, the U.S. and Ukraine get on the same page and put pressure on Putin to accept the U.S. peace proposal? Also, IVF has become a political hot potato, especially amo...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, we will talk about the latest peace proposals for ending war in Ukraine. The US, Ukraine, and Europe are now on the same page, but will Putin get on board? The Trump Administration appears to be on the verge of invading Venezuela...what are some possible reasons for talking this bold action? Also, the GOP faces a tough challenge in a red district in Tennesse...

Today on Truth and Politics and Culture the Epstein Files are going to be released but will their release satisfy the conspiracy theorists? A new Fox News poll that contacted 1,005 registered voters reveals many Americans may be losing trust in President Trump. Rep. Jasmine Crockett falsely implies prominent Republicans accepted campaign cash from Jeffery Epstein, A UN backed climate change confab...

President Trump calls for Congress to vote in favor of releasing the Epstein Files., The simmering rift between President Trump and Majorie Taylor Greene boils over into open hostility as the President withdraws all support for Greene, New information provided to the New York Post from an anonymous source reveals disturbing details about Thomas Crooks digital footprint, including posts that called...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, President Trump signs a bill ending the longest government shutdown in U.S, history. Democrats, with help from many in the legacy media, try to blame Republicans for the failure of Obama Care. The Epstein files controversy grows as democrats release emails between Epstein and Maxwell and Epstein and Wolfe.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, exit polling data in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia reveal a growing radicalism among younger voters as women, independents, and immigrants fuel democrat victories. What, if anything, does this mean for the 2026 midterm elections? Also, the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on the constitutionality of Trump's tariff policies. What is the likely...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture I break down the polling ahead of key mid-term races in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York, plus a look at California's Proposition 50, Former VP Dick Chaney dies at 84, and Americans are moving rapidly toward a revolutionary mindset that could lead to a rise in political violence.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture President Trump's Asian tour nets investment deals for the U.S. and trade agreements designed to blunt the impact of China's stranglehold on rate earth minerals, His meeting with President Xi garners mixed results. The government shutdown enters a critical phase, Erica Trump leads a Turning Point Rally at Ole Miss, VP Vance takes questions..

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the effects of the government shutdown are now being felt my more Americans. Will it be enough to persuade democrats to sign on to a clean CR? Also, the manufactured, progressive driven controversy over White House renovations continues to dominate left wing media and influencer discussions, Who has the upper hand politically and will it matter for the midte...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture new developments in the war between Russia and Ukraine, Hamas violates the ceasefire drawing the ire of President Trump and threatening the fragile agreement. The United States steps up its pressure campaign against Venezuela as the administration seeks to force Madurea out. President Trump signs a historic agreement with Australia on rare earth mineral produ...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture I will talk about the government shutdown. Will republicans be able to avoid being blamed? What is their strategy and how is it working? I will also take a look at the Trump economy. GDP is up but the jobs numbers are way down. Interest rates are falling but inflation continues to be a problem,

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture I will talk about Jimmy Kimmel's return to late night TV. Also, has the stirring memorial service for Charlie Kirk changed the way we talk to each other? Three violent left wing attacks since Kirk's murder raises the tension and makes the point we have a long way to go to find peace.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, how Charlie Kirk's memorial service emphasized forgiveness, love, unity, and the power of the Gospel to change lives. Why hate crimes ordinances won't solve our hate problem, and two shootings over the weekend demonstrate we have a long way to go in spreading the message of tolerance concerning ideas we disagree with.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture Jimmy Kimmel's late night show is suspended indefinitely in response to comments he made linking MAGA supporters to the murder of Charlie Kirk. A new massive study (over 1 million women studied from 2006 to 2022) suggests over time, women who have abortions are more likely to suffer from mental health issues, drug abuse disorders, and a host of other nega...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture I will share my thoughts about the brutal and horrific assassination of TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk. What will happen to the movement he stated? It's up to us to decide. Also, I will talk about a recent appearance of Ben Shapiro on Bill Maher's show where Ben teaches Bills some important facts about the nature of morality. And, Israel begins its final...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture lawsuits are filed after two people who turned to AI for help with their suicidal thoughts commit suicide. Can adequate protections be incorporated into AI to prevent tragedies like this from happening? What does it say about our society when people are isolated to the point of depending on AI as a counselor and friend? And, what will motivate the Supreme Cou...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture China holds a summit of over 20 nations to strengthen their drive to become the world's leading economic and military power. India's attendance raises eyebrows in the U.S., but can this alliance last? The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit declared most of President Trump's tariffs unconstitutional. Next stop, the U.S. Supreme Court. An...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, Cracker Barrel goes back to their original logo but forges ahead with restaurant decor do overs. How will their customers respond? I will pay tribute to Dr. James Dobson and his legacy and talk about how we should react to the latest horrific act of violence, this time in Minneapolis where the shooter targeted a school, a church, and people of faith.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, Cracker Barrel totally misreads their customers and rolls out a new logo and a new look that fall flat. Kim Davis, the former clerk of Rowan County, Kentucky who refused to sign same-sex marriage licenses asked the Supreme Court to review her case. Will SCOTUS take the case, and if so, will they use it as an opportunity to overturn same-sex marriage?

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the Fourth District Court os Appeals allows a transgender student to chose which bathroom to use. Texas completes the redistricting process as democrats cry foul even though they are doing the same thing in California. According to a Wall Street Journal poll, support for democrats is cratering and that poll is backed up by a story in The New York Times that...

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, we do a deep dive into the White House meeting about Ukraine that included President Trump, President Zelensky, and a group of European leaders. President Trump wants to get rid of mail in ballots (so do I), but can he do it by executive order? We will talk about all of this and more on today's podcast.