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Joey Hudson is a conservative Christian, successful businessman and experienced broadcaster who has a passion for seeking the truth in today’s chaotic world. Combining his interest in politics and religion, Joey brings faith, wisdom and keen insight with his straightforward, no nonsense style of talk heard by audiences across the country as a guest speaker, TV guest as well as hosting his own radio show for a decade.
Minnesota Fraud Fallout: GOP Calls for Walz to Step Down + Supreme Court Ruling That Could Change Congress (Ep 623)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson
Minnesota’s political world is on fire — and the pressure is rising fast. Several Republican lawmakers are officially calling for Gov. Tim Walz to resign after explosive fraud revelations that have rocked the state over the past month. We break down the newest developments, what lawmakers are demanding, and what happens next.
Meanwhile in Washington — a major Voting Rights Act case at the Supreme Court could determine control of the House in 2026. Analysts say Democrats could lose several seats if the ruling goes the way many expect… including the only Democrat in South Carolina’s congressional delegation.
Plus — crime is down nationwide, but some U.S. cities are bucking the trend with higher homicide, robbery, rape & assault numbers even as the national average improves. Which cities are getting safer — and which ones aren’t? We have the numbers.
And — SC GOP Chairman Drew McKissick joins us to talk election strategy, 2026 midterm predictions, and reaction to President Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian leadership over the weekend.
This is a loaded show. Grab a seat — and let’s get into it.
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Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Minnesota’s political world is on fire — and the pressure is rising fast. Several Republican lawmakers are officially calling for Gov. Tim Walz to resign after explosive fraud revelations that have rocked the state over the past month. We break down the newest developments, what lawmakers are demanding, and what happens next. Meanwhile in Washington — a major Voting Rights Act case at the Supreme Court could determine control of the House in 2026. Analysts say Democrats could lose several seats if the ruling goes the way many expect… including the only Democrat [...]
December 30, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago this week, and the conversation quickly turned to peace — not war. Zelensky called the talks “a work in progress,” while Trump hinted a deal could be reached sooner than many think. Both leaders expressed the urgent need to end the Russia-Ukraine war, restore stability, and stop the bleeding overseas. Trump revealed he’s already been in contact with Vladimir Putin, saying he plans to personally negotiate an end to the war — a move some critics say is bold, while supporters say [...]
December 29, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Donald Trump is taking his economic message back to the American people — promising a “Golden Age” for the U.S. economy, a booming 4.3% GDP growth rate, and the rollout of the much-anticipated Warrior Dividend. Top economists say the numbers are real — energy production is rising, inflation is falling, and consumer confidence is ticking upward. But is this the beginning of a long-term economic boom, or just a temporary surge? We break it down in today’s show. In this episode, we look at Trump’s new economic push, GDP performance, tariff strategy, [...]
December 26, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Merry Christmas to you and yours. [...]
December 25, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson We’re breaking down the biggest political, cultural, and national security stories shaping America right now — and there’s a lot to unpack. 🔹 President Donald Trump unveils plans for a powerful new U.S. Navy “Golden Fleet,” signaling a major shift toward peace through strength as global threats continue to rise. 🔹 Former MSNBC host Joy Reid escalates her attacks on Turning Point USA President Erika Kirk, drawing backlash after comments many are calling cruel, personal, and deeply hypocritical. 🔹 Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders fires back at activists demanding the state reverse its [...]
December 23, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Next year’s midterm elections may come down to one simple question: How do Americans feel about their household budgets? President Donald Trump is back on the road, making the economy the centerpiece of his message as he argues voters are still paying the price for what he calls the financial mess left behind by the Biden administration. In today’s show, we break down what top economists are saying about the economic outlook, inflation, growth, and whether voters will feel real relief before heading to the polls. We also dig into the latest controversy [...]
December 22, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson The holidays are here — and for a lot of folks, that means packed schedules, big meals, and good intentions that don’t always survive Christmas and New Year’s. Joining us today is Dr. Ashley Lucas, founder of PHD Weight Loss. Dr. Lucas holds a PhD in Sports Nutrition and Chronic Disease and has helped thousands of people lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way — even during the toughest time of the year. In this conversation, Dr. Lucas breaks down practical, real-world holiday eating strategies that actually work — without guilt, extreme dieting, [...]
December 20, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Investigators in New England have identified the suspected Brown University shooter, and now authorities are examining a possible connection to the murder of an award-winning nuclear scientist at MIT, just 50 miles away. What started as a campus tragedy may now be part of a much larger and more disturbing investigation. Meanwhile, “The View” co-host Joy Behar sparked outrage after lashing out at President Donald Trump, floating the idea of invoking the 25th Amendment over mocking plaques beneath portraits of Democratic presidents. Critics say the media meltdown is yet another example of the [...]
December 19, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump Delivers Blistering Address | Bongino Exits FBI | Reiner Murder Case | SC Antisemitic Threat Arrest President Donald Trump delivered a forceful primetime address to the nation, laying out what he called a full-scale reversal of the economic and political damage left behind by the Biden administration. Speaking from the White House, Trump highlighted tax cuts, tariffs, border enforcement, and a new “warrior dividend,” arguing that America is finally “back on track” after years of runaway spending and inflation pasted . We also break down the sudden departure of FBI Deputy [...]
December 17, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Breaking developments across politics, law enforcement, and higher education dominate today’s show. We begin with a major update in the Brown University mass shooting investigation, as police release new surveillance images and ask for the public’s help identifying the suspect. Authorities confirm the person of interest was briefly detained and released, and serious questions are now being raised about campus security failures and delayed emergency alerts. pasted President Donald Trump responds to media backlash after Vanity Fair published comments from Chief of Staff Susie Wiles describing his personality — comments Trump says were [...]
December 17, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson The search continues for the Brown University shooter after police confirmed a person of interest was briefly taken into custody — and then released. Authorities are now asking for the public’s help after releasing new surveillance photos of the suspect. What do we know, and why are there still so many unanswered questions? President Donald Trump escalates the fight against drug cartels, announcing he is officially classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction — a move that could dramatically expand U.S. military and law-enforcement authority against traffickers flooding America with deadly drugs. [...]
December 16, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson It was a violent and unsettling weekend — and we’re breaking down the stories the national media is struggling to explain. A person of interest is in custody after a deadly shooting during final exams at Brown University, leaving two students dead and nine others wounded. Key questions remain unanswered as investigators work to determine motive and how the suspect gained access. Meanwhile, across the globe, a terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration near Bondi Beach in Australia left at least 15 people dead and more than 40 injured. The victims include a [...]
December 15, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson In today’s episode, we sit down with Mark Thompson, Executive Director of the Walhalla Performing Arts Center, and Matt Wills, Vice President of Government Affairs for the Greenville Chamber of Commerce, to talk about what’s ahead for the Upstate as we close out 2025 and look toward 2026. We discuss: What’s next for the Walhalla Performing Arts Center after its final shows of 2025 How the arts impact local jobs, tourism, and economic growth in the Upstate The top legislative and business issues facing South Carolina heading into the 2026 session Why culture, [...]
December 13, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today on the show, we break down a major week in Washington and across the country. The House passed the massive $901 billion National Defense Authorization Act — but 112 lawmakers voted “no,” including 18 Republicans, and we’ve got the full breakdown of who sided against the bill and why. We also cover Erika Kirk’s emotional response to conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of her husband, Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Plus — President Trump’s self-deportation effort continues to surge, with more than 2.5 million illegal immigrants leaving the U.S. this year, [...]
December 12, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Congress has officially passed the $901 billion National Defense Authorization Act, sending the Pentagon’s yearly budget — and all of its major policy fights — to the Senate. The vote breakdown is stunning: 312–112, with 18 Republicans and 94 Democrats voting against it. We’ll walk you through exactly what’s in the bill and why both parties are frustrated. Meanwhile, Erika Kirk — widow of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — is calling out conspiracy theorists spreading false claims about her husband’s assassination. Her powerful statement is breaking through the noise, and we [...]
December 11, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump’s State Department has revoked a record-breaking 85,000 visas, citing DUIs, assaults, theft, and national-security concerns — nearly half tied to criminal activity. We break down the numbers, the policy shift, and what it means for America’s borders under the renewed enforcement push. Meanwhile in Vermont, a school district ignited a firestorm by raising a Somali flag, just as federal investigators continue uncovering massive fraud networks tied to Minnesota’s Somali community. The move drew immediate condemnation from state GOP leadership — and we’ve got the details. In New York, Attorney General Letitia [...]
December 10, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Donald Trump unloaded on CBS and 60 Minutes after Lesley Stahl’s weekend interview with Marjorie Taylor Greene, blasting the “new” CBS ownership as no better than the old guard and demanding an apology over their Hunter Biden laptop coverage. In today’s episode, we break down: 👉 Trump vs. CBS and 60 Minutes – why he says the network has “actually gotten WORSE” 👉 NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani stacking his transition team with radical activists – including a convicted armed robber on his “criminal legal system” committee 👉 Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicting [...]
December 9, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Democrat lawmakers are ramping up their attacks on President Trump’s military strikes on suspected drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean — even tossing around “war crimes” language over a follow-up strike that killed surviving suspected traffickers. Are these cartel boats “innocent fishermen” or narco-terrorists pumping fentanyl into American communities? We’ll also break down Rep. Ilhan Omar’s attempt to reframe Minnesota’s billion-dollar “Feeding Our Future” scandal, where she insists Somalis are “victims” of fraud — even as whistleblowers say Democrat leadership ignored warning signs for years. And in New York City, incoming mayor Zohran Mamdani [...]
December 8, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Tom Tie-ray…VP/Chief Marketing Officer & Communications Officer with the Greenville Spartanburg Internatinal Airport joins us….if you have travelled recently….you know they have a lot going on at GSP…and we will learn all about the new expansion and what’s on the horizon… There’s a great organization working to bridge the gap between communities and law enforcement…Serve and Connect was founded by Kassy Alia Ray after her husband was killed in the line of duty…she joins us on today’s show… AND…with the Christmas Holiday Season upon us…there are grinches out there who want to [...]
December 7, 2025
FBI Nails Pipe-Bomb Suspect | Minnesota Fraud Fallout | Harvard Poll: Young America Worried (Ep 603)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson A huge breakthrough tonight as the FBI — under Trump-appointed leadership — finally arrests the D.C. pipe bomb suspect after nearly five years. FBI Director Kash Patel says it wasn’t tips… it was relentless police work. Meanwhile on CNN’s The Lead, Rep. Ilhan Omar struggles to explain how COVID fraud in Minnesota grew into a billion-dollar scandal tied to a Somali criminal network. Her answers? Well… let’s just say they didn’t go smoothly. Plus — a stunning new Harvard Youth Poll shows young Americans overwhelmingly believe the country is off course. They don’t [...]
December 5, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Are people really losing sleep, friendships, and peace of mind over Donald Trump? A New York psychotherapist says yes — and the backlash to his WSJ article practically proved the point. In this episode, Joey Hudson breaks down: ✔️ What “Trump Derangement Syndrome” actually looks like ✔️ Why a calm, non-political op-ed triggered national outrage ✔️ How political anxiety has become emotional dysfunction ✔️ Why families, marriages, and friendships are breaking apart over Trump ✔️ What this says about the emotional temperature of America in 2025 Psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert says Americans are experiencing [...]
December 4, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today on the show we’re breaking down a massive day in political news — from President Trump wiping out Biden’s autopen actions… to a total media blackout on the explosive COVID fraud scandal in Minnesota… to the USPS’ $3 billion electric-vehicle disaster… to the stunning fall of Larry Summers… and a major update on Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” as Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25 BILLION to expand Trump Accounts for American families. We’ll hit every headline you need to know: 🔥 Trump terminates every Biden action signed by autopen A historic [...]
December 3, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Karoline Leavitt just lit up The New York Times from the White House podium — and we’ve got the full breakdown. In this episode of Just the Truth with Joey Hudson, we dig into Leavitt’s fiery takedown of a NYT “Trump health” hit piece and the media’s double standard after four years of running cover for Joe Biden’s obvious decline. Then we turn to Minnesota, where Governor Tim Walz is facing serious heat. The House Oversight Committee and the U.S. Treasury Department have launched investigations into what may be the largest COVID-era fraud [...]
December 2, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson An Afghan refugee brought to the U.S. under Biden’s Operation Allies Welcome is now accused of murdering a 20-year-old National Guard soldier and critically injuring another just blocks from the White House. Tonight on Just the Truth with Joey Hudson, we break down the leaked emails, the ignored red flags, and the total failure of America’s refugee and asylum system that allowed Rahmanullah Lakanwal to stay in this country… and then allegedly carry out an ambush-style attack on Thanksgiving Eve. Kristi Noem, President Trump’s Secretary of Homeland Security, now says Lakanwal was radicalized [...]
December 1, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Thanksgiving Gratitude, Feeding the Hungry & Reuniting Lost Pets | Joey Hudson Podcast This Thanksgiving episode brings together two powerful stories of service in our community — one focused on feeding the hungry, the other on bringing lost pets home safely. We begin with a message of gratitude as families across America gather for Thanksgiving weekend. Then we’re joined by Greenville’s own “servant-in-chief” Redd Martin, co-founder of Sunday Dinner With a Twist — an outreach that has grown from a simple Sunday meal into a life-changing ministry for men and women battling homelessness [...]
November 29, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson breaks down the real origins of Black Friday, how the tradition grew into a national event, and why Black Friday spending still matters today. You will learn the history behind the term, how retailers turned the day after Thanksgiving into a major shopping milestone, and what Black Friday numbers reveal about consumer confidence. We also talk about how holiday spending connects to the broader economic debate surrounding the Trump economy. Whether you view Black Friday as a fun tradition, an economic signal, or a cultural snapshot, this video gives you a grounded look [...]
November 28, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Thanksgiving Gratitude & Feeding the Hungry: Conversation with Redd Martin | Joey Hudson Podcast This Thanksgiving week, we’re taking a moment to slow down… reflect… and remember what truly matters. Before the plates fill up and the family gatherings begin, today’s episode opens with a message of gratitude — a reminder that every blessing we enjoy is worth pausing to acknowledge. Then we turn to someone who embodies that spirit of thankfulness and service every single week — Greenville’s own “servant-in-chief” Redd Martin, co-founder of Sunday Dinner With a Twist. What started as [...]
November 27, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 🚨 BREAKING: Major Political Developments Shaking America 🚨 Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) is under Pentagon investigation after appearing in a viral video telling service members to “refuse illegal orders.” The FBI has contacted Capitol Police to interview all six Democratic lawmakers involved. Could a sitting Senator actually face court-martial? We break down the legal implications and what this means for civilian-military relations. PLUS: ✅ Hawaii’s gun law declared “blatantly unconstitutional” by DOJ – Supreme Court showdown ahead ✅ Trump’s hilarious 2024 turkey pardon: “I almost named them Chuck and Nancy” ✅ Communist Party [...]
November 26, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson A federal judge just threw out the indictments against James Comey and Letitia James — and the decision has a South Carolina twist. Federal Judge Cameron McGowan Currie, a longtime South Carolina jurist and Clinton appointee, ruled that the special prosecutor who brought the cases — Lindsey Halligan, a Trump-appointed interim U.S. attorney — was not legally installed in the role. The result? The indictments are dismissed, not because Comey and James were cleared of wrongdoing, but because of a procedural flaw in Halligan’s appointment. The ruling is a major setback for President [...]
November 25, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Breaking weekend shockers: President Trump meets NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office—and finds surprising common ground on affordability. Then Marjorie Taylor Greene announces she’ll resign her House seat in January. We’ve got analysis, listener reaction, and the political fallout. Plus: a heartwarming visit with Joyce in Tryon, NC, who just turned 100—Mike Gallagher joins Joey for the birthday conversation and Joyce’s simple secret to longevity. Locally: Greenville’s anti-camping ordinance is back on the agenda after heated debate—what’s changed, what’s likely to pass, and how outreach requirements reshape enforcement. 📩 Join the [...]
November 24, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today on Just the Truth with Joey Hudson we’re tackling two major issues affecting families right here in South Carolina — our growing doctor shortage and a heartbreaking victory for justice in Greenwood. First up, Dr. Oran Smith, Senior Fellow at the Palmetto Promise Institute, joins us to break down a crisis impacting every American: a nationwide shortage of physicians that’s only getting worse. On average, Americans wait 20 days to see a doctor — and in rural and growing states like South Carolina, that delay can turn dangerous. Dr. Smith explains how [...]
November 22, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Washington is heating up again as Democratic leaders accuse President Trump of “encouraging political violence” after he called out six Democrat senators for what he described as seditious behavior. But what they’re not telling you is what sparked this firestorm in the first place — a viral video of those same lawmakers urging military and intelligence officials to defy the Commander-in-Chief. We break down the full story, the spin, and what it means heading into 2026. PLUS — Cracker Barrel is back in the news after a year filled with controversy. Following the [...]
November 21, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson A major new development in the assassination of TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk — and the details are disturbing. Charlie’s security director is speaking out for the first time, revealing shocking failures by Utah Valley University and law enforcement that may have left critical vulnerabilities wide open. We break it all down. PLUS — ABC’s Jonathan Karl drops a truth grenade on “The Breakfast Club,” admitting Joe Biden’s decision to run again in 2024 was never seriously debated… and may have erased his entire presidency. Even Democrats are calling it “reckless.” And in Washington, [...]
November 20, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Well folks… it was a whirlwind of a day in Washington. Both houses of Congress — yes, both — agreed to send the Epstein Files Disclosure Act straight to President Trump’s desk. That means every unclassified page, every memo, every interview transcript connected to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell is now headed for the public vault. After years of rumors, leaks, and political games — the sunlight is coming. And we’ve got the very latest for you. Meanwhile at the White House… things got a little heated. President Trump lit into ABC’s Mary [...]
November 19, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson The House is poised to vote on forcing the DOJ to release the Epstein files—we break down what could finally come to light. Plus: a top Michigan education official refuses to answer “How many genders are there?”—and parents are done with the dodging. We’ve got the latest on President Trump’s proposed $2,000 Tariff Dividend—who might see it and what hurdles remain. And DHS launches “Operation Charlotte’s Web” in North Carolina, with dozens arrested in a targeted immigration crackdown. ▬ Subscribe & Join the Conversation ▬ ► Website: JoeyHudson.com ► Text/VM on the Firmin [...]
November 18, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 👉 After 41 days of government shutdown, the Trump administration is cracking down on SNAP fraud, requiring 42 million recipients to reapply for benefits. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins calls it the biggest welfare reform in decades. 👉 Nearly 30 years after the O.J. Simpson trial, the Goldman family may finally get justice — the Simpson estate begins paying the $58 million wrongful death judgment. 👉 In foreign affairs, Operation Southern Spear continues: U.S. forces have now killed 82 narco-terrorists in the Pacific as part of a campaign to stop cartel drug shipments before [...]
November 17, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Chalk up another win for the Trump administration — California is being forced to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses issued to illegal immigrants after pressure from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Plus, inside the Democratic National Committee’s office drama — staffers are furious over a new rule requiring them to return to work five days a week. We’ll break down the hypocrisy inside “the party of workers.” And later: an emotional update from Nir Oz, Israel, where survivors of the October 7th Hamas attacks are finally rebuilding their homes and lives. South Carolina [...]
November 14, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson The government shutdown is over after a late-night House vote. We break down what’s in the bill, when paychecks resume, and how SNAP and federal services restart. Plus: students at Point Loma Nazarene University (San Diego) say they’ve been denied—again—in their push to start a Turning Point USA chapter. What does this mean for campus free speech after the assassination of TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk? And Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signals the administration may target the $2,000 “tariff dividend” to families under $100,000. How would means-testing work—and who qualifies? 📩 Join the list: [...]
November 13, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson The House is expected to take its first vote to reopen the government this afternoon—while the Supreme Court extends its temporary stay blocking lower-court orders for full November SNAP payments during the shutdown. We break down what the stay means for EBT benefits, the separation-of-powers fight, and how a funding deal could make the case moot fast. Plus: a violent clash at UC Berkeley during a Turning Point USA event leads to an arrest—raising new questions about campus free speech and political double standards. And is the administration’s 50-year mortgage idea a lifeline [...]
November 12, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson After 41 days, the Senate passed a revised clean CR to reopen the government; the House is expected to approve the changes next. We break down what’s funded, what’s punted, and how quickly federal services—especially air travel—come back online. Plus: even The View is blasting Chuck Schumer after eight Dem senators crossed over, and the Supreme Court declines to revisit Obergefell, leaving same-sex marriage as settled law. SCGOP Chair Drew McKissick joins Joey on what comes next. 📲 Text/VM on the Firmin Ford Text Line: 864-477-JOEY (5639) | 🌐 joeyhudson.com Tags: government shutdown, [...]
November 11, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson “Breaking overnight: the Senate voted to end the Democrat filibuster on the House-passed clean continuing resolution—paving the way to reopen the government this week. We’ll walk through what’s in it, what’s not, and how fast agencies spin back up. Plus: President Trump floats a $2,000 ‘tariff dividend’ for every American—what that could actually look like. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns the shutdown is denting Q4 growth, and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says Senator Chuck Schumer is ‘playing politics’ as flight delays grind on. And in South Carolina, authorities rescue 47 dogs in a [...]
November 10, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Here in South Carolina, parents are gaining more control over their children’s education. Freedom In Education has awarded a $50,000 grant to the Palmetto Promise Institute — helping expand the state’s Education Scholarship Trust Fund, which now provides 10,000 scholarships for families seeking private or alternative schooling that better fits their values and their kids’ needs. Joining us to discuss the impact of this growing school choice movement is Dr. Oran Smith, Senior Fellow with Palmetto Promise Institute. And on our guest line — Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union — [...]
November 9, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson As we celebrate National STEM Day, there’s an incredible story unfolding right here in the Carolinas and across the nation — how America’s future workforce is being built one classroom at a time. Joining Joey Hudson is Heidi Magyar, General Motors’ Director of Corporate Citizenship and Heritage Operations, to discuss GM’s $110 million investment since 2021 to strengthen STEM and STEAM education. From EV technology to advanced manufacturing, GM is helping close the nation’s 6.5 million-worker skills gap, connecting classrooms, colleges, and communities through programs like the EmployED Initiative at Greenville Technical College [...]
November 8, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson A federal judge orders full SNAP payments for November—even during the shutdown. How can a court compel spending when “the money isn’t there”? Joey breaks down the legal levers (injunctions, contingency funds, and agency discretion) and what it means for taxpayers and 42 million SNAP recipients. Plus: Rep. Buddy Carter’s MAMDANI Act would block all federal funds to New York City while socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani is in office. Smart pushback—or pure symbolism that still frames 2026? We also cover Nancy Pelosi’s retirement (effective January 2027): respect for the first female Speaker’s trailblazing [...]
November 7, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Democrats may be celebrating their election wins — but all is not well inside the party. At a post-election press conference, Sen. Bernie Sanders crashed Chuck Schumer’s podium, blasting party leadership for abandoning socialist candidates like New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. What followed was a stunning display of infighting and political tension that shows how fractured the Democratic coalition has become. Meanwhile, the Schumer Shutdown enters week five — and the fallout is hitting air travelers hard. The FAA and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a 10% reduction in flights across 40 [...]
November 6, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson It wasn’t a good night for Republicans. From coast to coast, Democrats held key ground in Tuesday’s elections—despite predictions that voters would punish them over the month-long Schumer Shutdown. We’ll break down what happened, why it matters, and how it could shift the balance in Washington. 🏈 Legendary coach Lou Holtz is weighing in too—reminding Americans there’s “no free lunch” and calling on Democrats to reopen the government and stop making empty promises. Plus—another Washington showdown. Texas Congressman Brandon Gill has officially filed articles of impeachment against U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, reigniting [...]
November 5, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump’s administration moves to partially restore SNAP benefits during the Schumer Shutdown, even as new polling shows voters blaming Democrats for the fallout. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries signals Democrats still won’t end the standoff. We break down what’s real, what’s politics—and what it means for families. Plus: Rep. Nancy Mace fires back after a confrontation with Charleston Airport Police, saying security failures put her at risk. We’ve got the incident report details, her press conference, and reaction from GOP rivals. Also on deck: Election Day reminders (city councils, school boards, special [...]
November 4, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Donald Trump made headlines this weekend after a tense, no-holds-barred interview on CBS’s “60 Minutes.” From nuclear testing to immigration crackdowns, the President didn’t pull any punches — and we’ve got the highlights. Plus, a federal judge blocks Trump’s citizenship-proof order for voter registration — a move raising big questions about election integrity and who gets to protect the ballot box. We’re also digging into a disturbing new trend online: AI-generated deepfake videos showing fake food-stamp recipients “melting down” over the shutdown. They look real… but they’re not. What does this mean [...]
November 3, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson The rush to manufacture EV’s that the Biden-Harris administration was pressuring auto makers to do …is not working out so well…. General Motors announced the lay- off of more than 1,200 workers at its electric vehicle plant in Detroit. A Squatting nanny is in the news in Upstate New York after refusing to leave a couple’s lavish $1M farmhouse and turning their life into “ a living hell” according to the couple. Ryan Lifchitz with the Jewish News Syndicate, my host for the week, joins us to offer his perspective of how the [...]
October 31, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Broadcasting Day 4 from Jerusalem at JNS. The ceasefire is “back on”—but only because Israel is enforcing it after Hamas violations. We break down the IDF’s targeted strikes, the politics of “peace through strength,” and the narrative war playing out with staged propaganda claims. Plus: Trump’s renewed maritime crackdown on cartels—why the open sea is no longer a safe corridor for cocaine runners, and how squeezing sea lanes changes cartel math. And back home: Washington, D.C. endures one of its most violent weekends of the year—even with beefed-up security—raising hard questions about policing, [...]
October 30, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Shalom from day two in Israel…broadcasting from the Jewish News Syndicate … Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered “immediate and powerful strikes” just down the road in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday after an Israeli military official told the media that Hamas violated the ceasefire….again. I will be sharing with you a conversation I had yesterday with Uri Avouskine about what the people of Israel really believe about the peace agreement with Hamas and where he thinks we are headed. Also today….Senate Democrats on Tuesday blocked Republicans’ 13th attempt to reopen the government after having [...]
October 29, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Broadcasting from Jerusalem | Just the Truth with Joey Hudson We’re on the ground in Jerusalem, broadcasting all week from the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) — bringing you firsthand coverage of life after the Israel–Gaza ceasefire. In today’s episode: 🇮🇱 Americans and the Israel–Gaza War — A brand-new survey from the Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs reveals how U.S. attitudes toward the conflict are changing. While most Americans still side with Israel over Hamas, there’s a noticeable rise in empathy for Palestinian civilians. What does this mean for U.S. foreign policy, [...]
October 28, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson From Washington to South Carolina — it’s a packed episode of Sunrise Carolina with Joey Hudson. 👉 Segment 1: White House Meltdown — California Democrat Eric Swalwell says no Democrat should run for president in 2028 unless they promise to “take a wrecking ball” to President Trump’s brand-new East Wing Ballroom. We’ll break down what’s really behind this outburst and why the ballroom — privately funded by Trump and donors — is triggering the Left. 👉 Segment 2: Deadly Shooting at Lincoln University — One killed, six injured during a homecoming tailgate in [...]
October 27, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson First up — Dr. Oran Smith with the Palmetto Promise Institute joins Joey to break down how school choice is changing the game for parents. The Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) gives families the power to choose the right educational path for their kids — whether that’s a private school, homeschool, or other learning opportunities. We’ll talk about how this program is helping thousands of South Carolina students thrive. Also — Mark Thompson, Executive Director of the Walhalla Performing Arts Center, stops by to preview an exciting lineup of shows coming this fall. [...]
October 25, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Democrats are now calling the ongoing government shutdown “leverage,” while Republicans blast it as political hostage-taking. We break down the stalemate—and what it means for paychecks, defense, and negotiations. In Memphis, President Trump’s federal crime crackdown reports 1,000+ arrests, over 100 alleged gang members off the streets, and dozens of missing children located—what the operation is targeting and how long it lasts. Back home, South Carolina’s state-owned utility Santee Cooper is poised to choose partners to revive the partially built V.C. Summer AP1000 reactors—potentially transforming a costly failure into reliable, carbon-free baseload power. [...]
October 24, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Demolition kicks off on President Trump’s $250M White House ballroom—the largest East Wing expansion in 70+ years—while America’s national debt blasts past $38 trillion. We break down what the Minnesota Supreme Court’s powerlifting ruling means for women’s sports, and why the NFL is sticking with Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show despite backlash. Plus: what history tells us about big White House overhauls—and why this one’s different. TOP STORIES White House renovation begins: East Wing demolition for Trump’s glass-lined ballroom (capacity ~900). How it compares to Teddy Roosevelt’s West Wing, FDR’s [...]
October 23, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump slams Senate Democrats over government shutdown; Turning Point USA Faith reports explosive growth after Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Bible sales hit record highs. Updates on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and more. Block 1: Trump Accuses Schumer of Holding Government Hostage President Donald Trump isn’t mincing words: Senate Democrats, led by Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, are to blame for the ongoing government shutdown. Now entering its third week, the shutdown centers on Senate Democrats refusing to pass a clean continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government funded. Speaking from the White House Rose Garden, [...]
October 22, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump says Hamas must “be good or be eradicated” as his team works to safeguard the Israel–Hamas cease-fire. We also break down a major legal twist in the James Comey case—federal prosecutors may seek to disqualify Comey’s lead defense attorney over a potential conflict tied to 2017 disclosures. Plus, Karoline Leavitt torches HuffPost’s S.V. Dáte in a viral back-and-forth—and SC GOP Chairman Drew McKissick joins us to talk party politics and the response to the weekend’s “No Kings” protests. 📬 Join our list: joeyhudson.com ▶️ Subscribe on YouTube: @JoeyHudson ☎️ Text/VM on [...]
October 21, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson On today’s show, we break down the nationwide “No Kings” rallies (mostly peaceful), the Secret Service investigation into a suspected sniper perch with a sight line to Air Force One near Palm Beach—and why President Trump used the rear stairs to board. We cover the latest campus craziness after an Illinois State University faculty member was arrested for flipping a Turning Point USA table, and the bombshell from Karine Jean-Pierre: in a new book excerpt, Biden’s former press secretary says she’s leaving the Democratic Party. Plus: highlights from the Sunday shows on the [...]
October 20, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson explores the importance of meal plans, daily routines, hydration tactics for your pets. A Natural Path to Pet Health: Dr. Dennis Black’s Blueprint (and Why We Use RuffGreens®) Intro If you want your dog or cat to live longer, feel better, and thrive on real food—not marketing hype—Dr. Dennis Black’s new book, A Natural Path to Pet Health, is a gift. In it, the founder of RuffGreens® lays out a no-nonsense, low-cost plan any family can follow: what to feed, what to avoid, how to spot dehydration early, daily routines that extend quality [...]
October 18, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson As the government shutdown drags into Week 3, Senate Democrats blocked a GOP move to pay U.S. troops—again. We break down the vote math, the “piecemeal funding” fight, and how long emergency workarounds can really last. Then: Supreme Court controversy. Did Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson just compare minority voters to people with disabilities? We unpack her ADA analogy in the Louisiana voting-rights case, why it blew up online, and what it says about the Left’s outcomes-over-intent approach. Plus: Nancy Pelosi’s viral “shut up” moment when pressed on National Guard decisions around January 6. [...]
October 17, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson NYC’s mayoral race took a hard-left turn as Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani said New York City should arrest Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits—citing an ICC warrant the U.S. does not recognize. We break down what Mamdani actually said, what the law allows, and why this matters for Jewish New Yorkers, U.S.–Israel relations, and the city’s already-strained NYPD and diplomatic norms. PLUS: Letitia James scandal deepens. New revelations around New York’s recently indicted Attorney General add fuel to an already explosive story. We walk through the latest developments, why her Norfolk property [...]
October 16, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Donald Trump awards Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom in an emotional White House Rose Garden ceremony—while the State Department revokes six U.S. visas for foreign nationals who publicly celebrated Kirk’s murder. Plus: less than a week into the ceasefire, Hamas appears to test the peace deal—and Trump answers with a clear warning: “Hamas will disarm—or we will disarm them.” We also break down the latest in South Carolina: former Rep. RJ May faces a House Ethics probe amid allegations he failed to pay state income taxes for years. Real news, [...]
October 15, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump addressed Israel’s Knesset, then joined world leaders in Egypt to finalize what many are calling the most significant Middle East peace deal in modern times—capped by the long-awaited return of the final living hostages. Pakistan’s Prime Minister says he’ll nominate Trump (again) for the Nobel Peace Prize. Plus: Former President Joe Biden’s reaction, why several blue-state airports refused to air DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s shutdown PSA, and a new Family Research Council study showing a troubling decline in biblical convictions among U.S. churchgoers. 👉 Join the conversation: Text the Firmin Ford [...]
October 14, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson BREAKING: Trump in Israel as Phase One Gaza deal moves—hostages expected “within days.” VP J.D. Vance warns not all will return. Plus: Kamala Harris says Biden sent her call to voicemail amid cancer treatment, shutdown Day 10 with Democrats “holding the line,” and a tragic St. Helena Island bar shooting in South Carolina (4 dead, 20 injured). We’ve got the latest—straight, fast, and unafraid. 🔔 Subscribe & turn on notifications: new episodes every weekday morning 📲 Text the show: 864-477-JOEY (5639) — Firmin Ford Text Line 📝 Join the mailing list: joeyhudson.com 👍 [...]
October 13, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson After two long years of war and heartbreak, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a fragile ceasefire — one that could finally bring dozens of hostages home. But is this truly a step toward peace, or just another temporary pause in the violence? Joining me today is Arielle Nakdimon — a Ph.D. student at Gratz College specializing in Antisemitism Studies. Arielle recently served as a Scholar-in-Residence at Oxford University with the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy, and as a Postgraduate Fellow at the London Centre for the Study of [...]
October 11, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson BLOCK 1 — Gaza deal (≈11:00) Deal inked: Israel & Hamas sign first-phase agreement: ceasefire framework, hostage releases, partial IDF withdrawal; cabinet ratification steps underway. Reuters+1 Timeline: Hamas to begin releases within ~72 hours of ceasefire start; prisoner exchanges and aid surge tied to sequence. Reuters Obama reaction: “Encouraged and relieved… end within sight.” (post on X). X (formerly Twitter)+1 Caveat: Sporadic strikes reported ahead of full implementation; IDF says it hit a Hamas cell posing an immediate threat. CBS News Suggested sound bites / lines “Peace through strength—pressure + backchannels delivered a [...]
October 10, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump says Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan—hostage releases and an initial Israeli pullback—after two years of war. Plus: Jeffries vs. Lawler in a hallway blowup, an Oconee County fight over a Clemson-linked mega-development, and Minnesota’s deadline over trans athlete policies and federal funds. “Facts first” bullets Trump announced both sides signed off on a first-phase Gaza plan: hostages released, initial IDF pullback, aid surge; signing expected within days. Reuters+2AP News+2 Jeffries–Lawler hallway shouting match breaks out amid shutdown stalemate. Yahoo+1 Oconee County chair [...]
October 9, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Illegal crossings along the U.S.–Mexico border reportedly fell to a 55-year low in FY2025, with most unlawful attempts occurring in the final months of the Biden era. Plus: a NYC dispensary’s “courier pigeon” delivery gimmick that had animal-welfare activists crying foul, and Portland business owners pleading for help as federal deployments face legal pushback. Join our mailing list at joeyhudson.com and also subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeyhudsononline/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/joeyhudson Your texts are always welcome on the Firmin Ford text line 864-477-JOEY(5639) and you can also leave a voice message to [...]
October 8, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order prohibiting federal immigration agents from using city-owned property for immigration enforcement operations—part of a wider clash with federal deployments and Operation Midway Blitz. CBS News+1 Hours earlier, a DOJ complaint alleged Juan Espinoza Martinez (37) offered $2,000 for info and $10,000 to “take down” a senior immigration officer—he was arrested and charged with murder-for-hire. Department of Justice+1 Why It Matters (Safety, Law, Federalism) Officer safety: A bounty on a federal officer is a direct attack on rule of law; DOJ says it will prosecute fully. [...]
October 7, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump said Gaza cease-fire/hostage talks are “moving fast,” warning “time is of the essence” and that “massive bloodshed” could follow if Hamas rejects the plan. Teams are meeting in Egypt to finalize details this week. Fox News+1 In Chicago, Fox News published a computer-aided dispatch message allegedly showing CPD’s chief of patrol telling officers not to respond as ICE/Border Patrol agents were surrounded and rammed by vehicles—while CPD’s official statement claimed officers were on scene for safety. Follow-up reporting quoted former CPD sources blasting that account. Fox News+1 Greta Thunberg Detention Claims—And [...]
October 6, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson First… we’ll welcome Shelly Hamilton—author, musician, and a woman whose testimony has carried countless families through their darkest valleys. Her new book, Unshaken: Faith Forged Through Fire, is a daily guide for holding fast when the winds blow strong—grounded in Scripture, forged through trials, and anchored in the hope only God can give. https://www.majestymusic.com/unshaken-faith-forged-through-fire-book.html Then, we’ll welcome Ryan Duerk, CEO of Miracle Hill Ministries—a cornerstone of hope for men, women, and children across our community. Ryan is once again joining other homeless service providers around the country in “Conversations on a Bench,” [...]
October 4, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Day three of the shutdown brings the same stalemate in DC—short-term funding vs. policy riders—with health-care benefits and border policy emerging as the core flashpoints. A viral exchange featuring Rep. Maxine Waters (“health care for everybody”) lit up social media as Republicans argued Democrats are moving the goalposts. Meanwhile, a Portland city council video advising activists on avoiding immigration detection drew fresh scrutiny. On TV, Sunny Hostin argued it’s hypocritical to call yourself pro-life while owning AR-15s—reigniting the faith, life, and Second Amendment debate. Why It Matters (Wallet, Safety, Liberty) Wallet: Shutdowns disrupt [...]
October 3, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson On Day 2 of the partial government shutdown, Speaker Mike Johnson sparred with ABC’s George Stephanopoulos over who’s to blame—and what’s actually in (and out of) the funding bills. We break down what’s closed, what stays open, and how the shutdown could hit your travel plans (TSA, FAA training, national parks, passports, Amtrak). Plus: Elon Musk becomes the first person to cross the $500B net-worth mark, and a South Carolina judge rejects an attempt to block the state from sharing voter data with the DOJ—here’s what it means. Key takeaways Shutdown mechanics: Many [...]
October 2, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Are we headed for a government shutdown at midnight? President Trump, Speaker Mike Johnson, and VP JD Vance say Senate Democrats are risking a shutdown to restore “illegal immigrant healthcare.” We break down the clean CR, Schumer’s counter, what actually stops at midnight, and who owns the optics if the lights go out. Next: Hillary Clinton backlash. On Morning Joe, she said “white men of a certain religion” are damaging the country—critics call it divisive and dangerous. We cover the quote, the response, and why rhetoric matters as tensions run high. Plus: Harvard [...]
October 1, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson To close or not to close? Washington faces a government shutdown showdown as Democrats and Republicans spar over a clean CR vs policy add-ons. We break down Speaker Mike Johnson’s plan, Senate dynamics, and who owns the blame if the lights go out. Plus, new details on the bloody weekend: a Michigan church shooting and a North Carolina waterfront restaurant shooting in Southport. Authorities say both suspects were veterans with apparent service-related mental-health issues. We ask the hard question: Are we taking care of our veterans? We’ll outline where VA support works, where [...]
September 30, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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: [...]
September 29, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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) Pull in safely at 305 Airport Rd and park near the station. Gently scan the pet’s shoulder/neck area; follow posted instructions. Record the chip ID that appears. Follow the on-site [...]
September 27, 2025
BREAKING: James Comey INDICTED!! | Trump OKs TikTok Sale | A Hollywood Story of Forgiveness (Ep 544)
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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, [...]
September 26, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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 [...]
September 25, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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 [...]
September 24, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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 [...]
September 23, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson 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 [...]
September 22, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson – WEEKEND 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: how to protect houses of worship with practical, faith-focused security training, and how grieving kids and caregivers can find free support through horse-assisted peer groups. “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 — [...]
September 20, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Trump: “I Predicted Charlie Kirk Would Be President.” What’s next for Turning Point USA after the assassination of its founder? We’ve got the latest on TPUSA’s leadership path and how Charlie’s mission continues on campuses nationwide. We’re also breaking down a major South Carolina Supreme Court decision: a unanimous ruling upholding the state’s congressional districts after a challenge by the League of Women Voters. What it means for the Lowcountry seat, the Upstate, and 2026. And today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (LEAD) in the Upstate. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Greenville County [...]
September 19, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson York County Police Ambush, Rise of “Assassination Culture,” House Moves to Honor Charlie Kirk, Trump’s Windsor State Dinner, & ABC Pulls Kimmel A heartbreaking day in Pennsylvania: five officers shot, three killed in an ambush in York County. We break down the timeline, what authorities have confirmed, and how the law-enforcement community is responding. Then we examine researchers’ warnings about a growing “assassination culture” online in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder—what that term means, where it’s showing up, and why leaders are sounding alarms. Plus: the U.S. House advances a resolution to [...]
September 18, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Kirk Case Charges Filed • Alleged Text Confession Emerges • ABC’s Matt Gutman Backlash • Patel vs. Schiff Fireworks • SC House Shake-Up? We open with the latest in the Charlie Kirk assassination case. Prosecutors formally charged 22-year-old Tyler James Robinson and say the evidence now includes text messages and online chats in which the suspect allegedly admits to the killing and discusses retrieving and hiding a rifle. According to prosecutors, Robinson’s transgender partner, Lance Twiggs, provided screenshots and cooperated with investigators. In one exchange (as described by prosecutors), Robinson allegedly wrote, “I [...]
September 17, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Utah prosecutors are set to unveil charges in the Charlie Kirk assassination case—revealing whether the death penalty is in play, as Gov. Spencer Cox has urged. We break down the law, the timeline, and what to watch next (all suspects are presumed innocent). Plus: President Donald Trump confirms a second high-seas strike against Venezuelan drug traffickers, warning cartels they’re “officially on notice.” In South Carolina, Clemson University fires one employee and removes two professors from teaching over posts about Kirk’s killing. And we read an open letter from a moderate Democrat arguing the [...]
September 16, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson We open the week with sober updates on the assassination of Charlie Kirk—what investigators say about the suspect, timeline, and motive clues, plus details on a Sunday memorial service honoring his life. We also cover the nationwide free-speech fallout: teachers, professors, healthcare workers, and corporate staff disciplined for social posts celebrating Kirk’s death—where’s the line between protected speech and professional standards? In South Carolina, Clemson University faces intense scrutiny over employees’ posts and has called a Board of Trustees meeting; we break down the policy, funding, and First Amendment cross-currents. And Rep. Luke [...]
September 15, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Today’s show: a different kind of broadcast after a heartbreaking week. We open with the latest official updates in the investigation into the assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk, then reflect on his life, faith, and impact—including two classic campus exchanges that show why Charlie connected with a generation: “How do you persuade the one you love?” — Charlie’s gentle roadmap for sharing your faith without pressure: love first, live it out, ask better questions. “What is a woman?” — a calm, fact-based debate on biological sex, fairness in women’s sports, and free [...]
September 13, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson We begin with the latest on the assassination of my colleague and friend, Charlie Kirk. Overnight, authorities released new surveillance images and video of a person of interest—a lanky, college-aged male in dark clothing, wraparound sunglasses, gray cap, and Converse sneakers—seen near the scene at Utah Valley University. Tips have now topped 7,000, and the FBI is asking anyone with information to call 1-800-CALL-FBI; there’s a $100,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. The Washington Post+2The Washington Post+2 Investigators also confirmed recovery of a high-powered bolt-action rifle believed to be the murder [...]
September 12, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Remembering Charlie Kirk (1993–2025) A life lived out loud for faith, freedom, and America. It’s a day of sadness and gratitude. Sadness, because our friend and colleague Charlie Kirk—conservative activist, founder of Turning Point USA, husband and father—was shot during a campus event at Utah Valley University yesterday and later died of his injuries. Gratitude, because even in grief we can give thanks for a life spent rallying young Americans to love their country and to speak boldly. What happened in Orem Witness video from the event shows a single shot as Charlie [...]
September 11, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Texas immigration mega-operation: Federal agents in southeast Texas detained 822 illegal immigrants in one week—netting gang members, convicted murderers, child predators, and foreign fugitives. We break down who was caught, why it matters, and the policy shift behind it. Media firestorm: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt blasted legacy outlets for slow coverage of the fatal stabbing of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte. We examine the case, cashless bail, and the media double standard. Girls’ sports lawsuit in California: Three Jurupa Valley HS athletes are suing CIF, CDE, and JUSD over a [...]
September 10, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Federal agents detained nearly 500 workers during a Homeland Security raid at a Hyundai battery plant construction site near Savannah, Georgia—a sweeping operation rattling U.S.–South Korea relations and raising questions about visa overstays, subcontracting, and illegal labor on mega-projects. We also cover the viral Phillies home run ball dust-up (a mom pressuring a dad to hand over a souvenir meant for his son), a cashless-bail failure tied to the killing of a Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte (mental-health red flags + transit security gaps), and Clemson University’s decision to shut down multiple DEI advisory [...]
September 9, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Russia just carried out its largest air assault on Ukraine to date—800+ drones/decoys and missiles targeting Kyiv and striking a government building. President Donald Trump says he’s moving to “stage two” Russia sanctions—potentially secondary sanctions on Russian oil buyers—as Ukraine’s Prime Minister signals support. We break down what “stage two” could mean, how it would choke Kremlin revenue, and whether Europe will follow. At the US Open Men’s Final, Trump’s appearance reportedly caused VIP gridlock at Flushing Meadows—Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Ben Stiller and more seen waiting in line as the USTA told [...]
September 8, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Good morning and welcome in! Big show today—next weekend is Freedom Farm Fest: BBQ, live music, and an old-school stump rally with elected officials and candidates shaking hands and making their case. And my friend Mike Gallagher is coming to town—he’ll join us later in the show with a preview and a few stories you won’t want to miss. And circle September 19th—we pause to say thank you to the men and women who wear the badge. It’s LEAD—Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Brian Hightower and our friends at Pepsi of Greenville are among [...]
September 6, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson President Trump plans to rebrand the Pentagon back to the Department of War—what the symbolism means and why the White House says “warrior ethos” matters. Portland’s Democratic mayor warns Trump could “target” the city next if homelessness isn’t fixed. We break down the email… and the results-first vs. optics-first debate. Plus: Biden health update after Mohs surgery—what we know and why transparency matters. And South Carolina’s voter data fight: DOJ wants SC’s voter registration info sent to a federal database. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette joins us to dig into privacy, state sovereignty, and [...]
September 5, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is under fire after joking about rumors of President Trump’s health. We break down the backlash, the double standard, and why rhetoric matters. Then—Feds announce the largest ever seizure of drug precursor chemicals headed from Communist China to Mexican cartels. What it means for the synthetic-drug war on America. Plus: Are insurance companies flying drones over your home to flag roof/tree “hazards” and cancel policies? Where’s the line between risk management and invasion of privacy? And in South Carolina, a judge hits pause on turning over state voter data [...]
September 4, 2025
Just the Truth Podcast with Joey Hudson House Oversight just dropped 34,000 pages tied to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell ahead of a House vote to formalize the inquiry. We break down what’s new, what’s noise, and what should be unredacted next. Plus: South Carolina’s single-sex restroom law is Supreme-Court bound, Sen. Joni Ernst announces retirement and Ashley Hinson jumps into the race, and fresh income data shows Biden widened inequality while Trump grew real middle-class pay. Join the conversation: 864-477-JOEY (5639) — text the Firmin Ford line or leave a voice message for the show. Join our mailing list [...]
September 3, 2025
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