The Officer Tatum Show

In this episode, I break down the horrific Oregon school shooting and the armed Good Samaritan who reportedly ran toward the gunfire, confronted the 16-year-old shooter and stopped the attack before police arrived. I explain why people willing to put their own lives on the line to protect innocent children deserve to be recognized and supported. Then I get into the latest developments surrounding Ilhan Omar, react to Elon Musk and Tesla showing off technology that looks straight out of a James Bond movie, and take on The View’s attempt to fact-check Joe Rogan over the border and immigration.

In this episode, I break down the federal raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington, D.C. home and react to The View claiming the investigation is another example of Donald Trump weaponizing the government against his political enemies. I also get into the viral confrontation outside Huston-Tillotson University, where a dispute over street parking turned into protests outside a couple’s home, and ask how differently America would react if the races were reversed. Then I call out the double standard surrounding D.L. Hughley’s jokes on The View compared with the outrage over Shane Gillis, and take a closer look at the allegations involving Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officers and a group text reportedly containing racially charged messages about Black drivers. I explain why I want to see the actual messages and their context before reaching a conclusion, while making one thing clear: any officer who abuses the badge or violates someone’s constitutional rights should be held accountable.

In this episode, I break down newly released text messages in the Cornell Seven case and why I believe they raise even more questions about the allegations and what was said immediately after the encounter. Then I react to the latest ICE shooting controversy in New York City after DHS said an undocumented man struck government vehicles while agents attempted to take him into custody. I also break down the heated Michigan Senate debate involving Abdul El-Sayed, including the fight over Iran, Israel, terrorism and his past positions on government-run health care. Plus, we get into a few viral videos that prove the internet never runs out of insanity.

In this episode, I break down the latest developments in the Nolan Wells case as Ben Crump continues calling for a federal investigation despite the grand jury findings and both autopsies leaving the cause and manner of death undetermined. I explain why a fair investigation does not guarantee the answer a family wants, and why the evidence has to matter more than the narrative. Then I dig deeper into the explosive Cornell fraternity case as new police interviews, recorded phone calls and competing accounts continue to emerge. I also react to the FBI’s alleged ISIS-inspired Mall of America terror plot and the growing concern over Somali gang violence in Minnesota, before breaking down the shocking Baltimore case involving a 12-year-old accused of driving a stolen car that crashed into and killed a 69-year-old motorcyclist.

In this episode, I break down the latest developments in the Cornell Seven case after newly released text messages and accounts raised more questions about what happened inside the fraternity house. I look at the accuser’s statements, what the men involved say happened, Cornell’s response, and the controversy surrounding New York Attorney General Letitia James’ involvement in reviewing the case. Then I react to Ben Crump calling for federal intervention in the Nolan Wells case and push back on some of the claims still circulating about Nolan’s death. I also cover the heartbreaking deaths of a seven-year-old girl in Chicago and a 12-year-old girl killed during a Baltimore youth football homecoming, a deadly mass shooting at a Georgia block party, and Charles Barkley’s criticism of the Democratic Party’s messaging on policing, ICE and socialism.

In this episode, I break down the terrifying Flydubai flight headed from Dubai to Israel after an altercation inside the cockpit reportedly left the captain stabbed and the plane rapidly losing altitude before passengers and crew helped bring the situation under control. I walk through the flight timeline, the dramatic descent, and the actions that helped get everyone safely on the ground. Then I dig deeper into the Cornell Seven allegations and explain why accusations still have to be tested against evidence before anybody is declared guilty. I also react to the North Miami Beach mother accused of leaving four children home alone while she went on a cruise, and A’ja Wilson’s confrontation with a fan that Stephen A. Smith called an apparent overreaction.

In this episode, I break down the latest developments in the Nolan Wells case, including the grand jury findings, the Snapchat conversations surrounding Nolan’s disappearance, and new clarification about what actually happened with his phone. I also react to Nancy Grace’s trip to Horn Island and her conclusion that the young men who left the island before Nolan disappeared were not responsible for his death. Then I respond to Terrell Owens after his comments about the Nolan Wells case, his criticism of Shaquille O’Neal, and the messages he sent me personally. Plus, attorney Ed Paltzik joins the conversation surrounding the Lindsay Clancy mistrial, defending the lone holdout juror and explaining why he believes the attacks against that juror could have serious consequences for the jury system.

In this episode, I break down Ben Crump’s latest press conference on the Nolan Wells case and the new forensic analysis of Nolan’s phone. I dig into the Snapchat messages, GPS data, reported deletions, and the biggest question I still have: if investigators can determine when the phone was accessed and data was deleted, where is the complete timeline showing exactly when those actions occurred and who had possession of the phone? I also examine what the medical findings actually say about Nolan’s death, including the absence of visible water in his airways, the injuries documented around the back of his head and neck, and why the cause and manner remain undetermined.

In this episode, I break down the major developments in the Nolan Wells case after a Mississippi grand jury returned no indictments and the district attorney publicly addressed some of the biggest claims surrounding Nolan’s disappearance and death. I go through what investigators found about the racial allegations, Nolan’s cell phone, the independent autopsy, and the evidence presented to the grand jury. I also react to Ben Crump’s response to the decision and fire back at critics who accused me of spreading false information about Nolan’s toxicology. I play exactly what I said at the time, explain what was presented to me as unverified information, and discuss why this case is a reminder that evidence has to matter more than speculation, narratives, or social media outrage.

In this episode, I react to Macklemore turning an Ed Sheeran concert into a political statement about Gaza, Israel, and ICE, and the backlash that followed. I also break down Colin Kaepernick’s latest comments about the NFL, his claim that the league cost him more than $150 million, and why I believe his talent-to-drama ratio ultimately ended his football career. Then we get new insight into the Lindsay Clancy deliberations from someone who spoke directly with the lone holdout juror, including why he believed Clancy was legally sane when she killed her children. Plus, I react to the outrage surrounding Arch Manning laughing at an AI-generated video involving reporter Holly Rowe and explain why I think people are taking a joke way too seriously.

In this episode, I break down the backlash surrounding Sydney Sweeney’s new sports betting ad and ask why some of the same people criticizing her for sexualizing herself have no problem when female athletes and influencers do the exact same thing. Then I give the latest update in the Lindsay Clancy case as questions continue to surround the lone juror who prevented a unanimous verdict and the possibility of another trial. I also take a hard look at the violence in Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s approach to policing and incarceration, and a disturbing viral video showing a kindergarten teacher dancing with students to explicit music inside her classroom. Plus, I respond to criticism over my friendship with Candace Owens and explain why disagreeing with somebody politically does not mean I’m going to let the internet dictate my personal relationships.

In this episode, I reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and why America can never forget the lives lost, the heroes who stepped up, and the unity we saw after our country was attacked. Then I break down the battle for the midterms, why I believe the polls are underestimating Republicans again, and the growing Senate fight in Minnesota between Michele Tafoya and Peggy Flanagan. I also dig into new revelations from a juror in the Lindsey Clancy trial, including who the lone holdout was and what kept him from accepting the insanity argument. Plus, I react to Oprah’s discussion on postpartum psychosis and the growing debate over accountability in the Clancy case. Then James Talarico joins Jimmy Kimmel and uses Christianity to defend his politics, and I explain why I believe his version of Jesus leaves out a whole lot of the Bible.

In this episode, I break down the growing controversy over New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attending the 25th anniversary 9/11 memorial despite objections from some victims’ families and first responders. I also react to the deadly Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami as investigators examine what happened during the landing and whether pilot error, mechanical failure, or another factor played a role. Then I dig into the trial of Nicole Linton, the former nurse accused of causing the horrific 2022 Windsor Hills crash that killed six people, as her defense argues she suffered a seizure before the impact. Plus, I react to people on social media celebrating the anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death and explain why political disagreement should never turn into celebrating somebody being killed.