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Liz Murrill, McGehee Woolf, Darren James

Louisiana's first female Attorney General Liz Murrill talks various challenges she faces as well as her goals as attorney general. Mortgage lender McGehee Woolf speaks on in interest rates and home affordability. Louisiana real estate agent Darren James gives insight into the market trends for home buyers and sellers.

Mar 25, 202444 min

Tyler Bridges, Troy Hebert, Jan Moller

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune's Tyler Bridges speaks on what's going on at the State Capitol amid the regular session and also tomorrow's election. Former State Representative Troy Hebert is joined by head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller to discuss various political topics including Gov. Jeff Landry.

Mar 22, 202444 min

Tyler Bridges, Troy Hebert, Jan Moller

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune's Tyler Bridges speaks on what's going on at the State Capitol amid the regular session and also tomorrow's election. Former State Representative Troy Hebert is joined by head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller to discuss various political topics including Gov. Jeff Landry.

Mar 22, 202444 min

Emily Soule, Mark Ballard, Jada Yuan

East Baton Rouge Parish School Board candidate Emily Soule speaks on her campaign and candidacy amid the upcoming election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various national and local political topics. The Washington Post's Jada Yuan gives insight into an upcoming documentary regarding Stormy Daniels and Donald Trump.

Mar 21, 202444 min

Louis Reine, Madison Smith

President of the Louisiana AFL-CIO Louis Reine talks the current bills affecting the unions and his gives thoughts on the potential 32-hour work week. Southern University broadcast journalism student Madison Smith speaks on the impact of the TikTok shutdown.

Mar 20, 202444 min

Deborah Todd, Steve Crump, Kelly Kissel

Motorcyclist Deborah Todd gives her thoughts on the recent bill regarding motorcycle helmets passed by the House of Transportation. Unitarian minister Steve Crump talks his candidacy for the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board. Journalist Kelly Kissel speaks on the upcoming Gridiron Show.

Mar 18, 202444 min

Cleo Fields, Mark Ballard

Attorney and member of the Louisiana State Senate Cleo Fields talks his campaign and candidacy and also the ongoing legislative session. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on various national pollical topics including Mike Johnson and the aid to Ukraine.

Mar 15, 202444 min

Roman Rubchenko, Chauna Banks

Former LSU basketball player and Ukrainian businessman Roman Rubchenko speaks on the war against Ukraine and the need for funding. Councilwoman Chauna Banks talks the recent major metro council vote.

Mar 14, 202444 min

Joy Reid, Skip Philips, Chuck Spicer, Jonathan Brouk, Melinda Deslatte

Journalist and national correspondent for MSNBC Joy Reid talks her latest work, "Medgar and Myrlie". CEO of OLOL Chuck Spicer is joined by OLOL Children's Health President Jonathan Brouk and lawyer Skip Philips to discuss their collaboration regarding pediatric medicine. Research director for the Public Affairs Research Council Melinda Deslatte speaks on the upcoming Gridiron Show.

Mar 13, 202444 min

Dan Moldea, Dr. Neal Barnard

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea talks various political topics including this year's presidential election and also Donald Trumps upcoming trial. Author, clinical researcher, and founding president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine Dr. Neal Barnard speaks on his latest work, "The Power Foods Diet".

Mar 12, 202444 min

Jeffrey Marx, Molly Ryan

Journalist and author Jeffrey Marx talks his life and career to this point and also his upcoming appearance on "Antiques Roadshow". WRKF's Molly Ryan gives a preview on the upcoming Legislative Session and other political topics.

Mar 11, 202444 min

Gary Chambers, Quin Hillyer

Activist and politician Gary Chambers speaks on the recent State of the Union address, the Democratic party, and also gives his thoughts on the state under Jeff Landry. Columnist Quin Hillyer talks the State of the Union and the presidential election and it's candidates amid this election year.

Mar 8, 202444 min

Faye Williams, Elbert Guillory, Mark Ballard

Entrepreneur, civic leader, and democrat Faye Williams is joined by Republican and former member of the Louisiana State Senate Elbert Guillory to discuss this year's presidential election and its candidates. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the upcoming State of the Union address.

Mar 7, 202444 min

Fred Dent, Ted James, Trent Angers

Financial advisor Fred Dent speaks on the current state of the economy amid this election year. Former State Representative and candidate for Mayor of Baton Rouge Ted James gives insight into his campaign and candidacy. Author and journalist Trent Angers talks Shaquille O'Neal on his 52nd birthday.

Mar 6, 202444 min

Mary Stein, Gene Mills, Zia Tammami

Assistant Library Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks what's to come and also bills regarding the public library. President of the Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills comments on the upcoming regular session and various social issues. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami speaks on the upcoming jazz event at the Manship School, River City Jazz Masters- Blue Note Records 85th Anniversary Tour. For more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/river-city-jazz-masters-blue-note-records-85th-anniversary-tour..

Mar 5, 202444 min

Desiree Lemoine, Mandie Landry, Molly Ryan

Campaign manager for Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks environmental misconceptions. State representative Mandie Landry speaks on crime amid the ending of the crime session. WRKF's Molly Ryan recaps on the recent crime session and also speaks on the upcoming session.

Mar 5, 202443 min

Desiree Lemoine, Mandie Landry, Molly Ryan

Campaign manager for Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks environmental misconceptions. State representative Mandie Landry speaks on crime amid the ending of the crime session. WRKF's Molly Ryan recaps on the recent crime session and also speaks on the upcoming session.

Mar 4, 202443 min

Desiree Lemoine, Mandie Landry, Molly Ryan

Campaign manager for Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks environmental misconceptions. State representative Mandie Landry speaks on crime amid the ending of the crime session. WRKF's Molly Ryan recaps on the recent crime session and also speaks on the upcoming session.

Mar 4, 202443 min

Mark Ballard, Tyler Bridges

The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives his take on various political topics including Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and also this presidential election year. Reporter for the Advocate/The Times-Picayune Tyler Bridges talks Jeff Landry and the ending of the special crime session.

Mar 1, 202444 min

Ryan Fitzgerald, Maggie Conarro, Quiana Lynell, Mike Costello

General manager of Nola Gold Rugby Ryan Fitzgerald speaks on his work with the team and also this upcoming season. Community organizer and educator Maggie Conarro talks her advocacy work and her work within politics. Singer Quiana Lynell gives insight into her new ventures. WTIX owner and morning show host Mike Costello remembers "The Beatles".

Feb 29, 202444 min

Mike Wolf, Troy Hebert, Steve Berry

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by former state lawmaker Troy Hebert to discuss various local and national political topics including the ongoing crime session and the upcoming November presidential election. Author Steve Berry talks his latest work, The Atlas Maneuver".

Feb 28, 202444 min

Mike Wolf, Troy Hebert, Steve Berry

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by former state lawmaker Troy Hebert to discuss various local and national political topics including the ongoing crime session and the upcoming November presidential election. Author Steve Berry talks his latest work, The Atlas Maneuver".

Feb 28, 202444 min

Peter Kovacs, Blake Gilpin

Journalist Peter Kovacs gives his take on journalism in America as well as remembers Times-Picayune columnist James Gill amid his recent passing. Tulane professor Blake Gilpin talks his upcoming lecture at the Louisiana Old State Capitol regarding Black suffrage, "The Dawn of Black Suffrage". For more information, visit https://louisianaoldstatecapitol.org/exhibits-events/the-dawn-of-black-suffrage.

Feb 26, 202444 min

Billy Nungesser, Jeff Landry, Betsy West

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser gives an assessment of Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Restoration Plan and the CPRA's recent meeting. Louisiana governor Jeff Landry gives an update on the ongoing special crime session. Filmmaker Betsy West talks her upcoming panel discussion at LSU Law Center regarding the ‘My Name is Pauli Murray’ documentary.

Feb 23, 202444 min

Mark Ballard

The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including the border bill and aid to Ukraine as well as the Baton Rouge crime session.

Feb 22, 202444 min

Angelle Bradford, Kaitlyn Joshua, Cecily Holland, Lesley-Ann Noel

Volunteer leader with the Louisiana chapter of "Moms Demand Action" Angelle Bradford is joined by her twin sister and community organizer for the Power Coalition for Equity and Justice Kaitlyn Joshua to discuss the recent special session on crime. Project analyst and marketing director from the 2024 The Shades of Success calendar Cecily Holland speaks on the importance of this calendar and honoring Louisiana connected women of color. Designer and design educator Lesley- Ann Noel talks her latest work, "Design Social Change".

Feb 21, 202444 min

Angelle Bradford, Kaitlyn Joshua, Cecily Holland, Lesley-Ann Noel

Volunteer leader with the Louisiana chapter of "Moms Demand Action" Angelle Bradford is joined by her twin sister and community organizer for the Power Coalition for Equity and Justice Kaitlyn Joshua to discuss the recent special session on crime. Project analyst and marketing director from the 2024 The Shades of Success calendar Cecily Holland speaks on the importance of this calendar and honoring Louisiana connected women of color. Designer and design educator Lesley- Ann Noel talks her latest work, "Design Social Change".

Feb 21, 202444 min

Mark Martin, Jeff Sadow

Cyclist Mark Martin talks the importance of bicycle safety and also Baton Rouge as a recreational city. Associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University in Shreveport Jeff Sadow speaks on the opening of the special session and also the presidential candidates for this election year.

Feb 20, 202444 min

David Matlock, Marylee Orr, Molly Ryan

Secretary of the Department of Children and Family Services David Matlock gives insight into the new regime. Co-founder of The Louisiana Environmental Action Network (LEAN) Marylee Orr talks what's going on in environmental legislation. Political reporter for WRKF Molly Ryan speaks on the upcoming crime session.

Feb 19, 202444 min

David Matlock, Marylee Orr, Molly Ryan

Secretary of the Department of Children and Family Services David Matlock gives insight into the new regime. Co-founder of The Louisiana Environmental Action Network (LEAN) Marylee Orr talks what's going on in environmental legislation. Political reporter for WRKF Molly Ryan speaks on the upcoming crime session.

Feb 19, 202444 min

Richard Nelson, Walt Leger

Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson speaks on various board proposals and his thoughts on eliminating the state income tax. President and CEO of New Orleans & Company Walt Leger talks the nonprofit organization and upcoming plans for the city of New Orleans.

Feb 19, 202444 min

Richard Nelson, Walt Leger

Louisiana Secretary of Revenue Richard Nelson speaks on various board proposals and his thoughts on eliminating the state income tax. President and CEO of New Orleans & Company Walt Leger talks the nonprofit organization and upcoming plans for the city of New Orleans.

Feb 16, 202444 min

Joby Warrick, Mark Ballard, Vastine Stabler, Marina Deyoe-Pedraza

Washington Post journalist Joby Warrick talks Donald Trump and his recent comments regarding NATO. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the cancellation of the Blue Cross and Elevance merge and also Washington politics. Managing artistic director for the Swine Palace Vastine Stabler and member of the cast Marina Deyoe-Pedraza gives insight into an upcoming production, "The Book of Will". For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/theatre/events/index.php.

Feb 15, 202444 min

Joby Warrick, Mark Ballard, Vastine Stabler, Marina Deyoe-Pedraza

Washington Post journalist Joby Warrick talks Donald Trump and his recent comments regarding NATO. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the cancellation of the Blue Cross and Elevance merge and also Washington politics. Managing artistic director for the Swine Palace Vastine Stabler and member of the cast Marina Deyoe-Pedraza gives insight into an upcoming production, "The Book of Will". For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/theatre/events/index.php.

Feb 15, 202444 min

Mary Patricia Wray, Remembering Bob Edwards, Dr. Griffin Rogers

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray talks the upcoming special session on crime, the cancellation of Blue Cross Blue Shield and Elevance merge, and other local and national political topics. Director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Dr. Griffin Rogers speaks on the importance of being informed on the importance of kidney health. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers veteran NPR broadcaster Bob Edwards.

Feb 15, 202444 min

Mary Patricia Wray, Dr. Griffin Rogers, Remembering Bob Edwards

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray talks the upcoming special session on crime, the cancellation of Blue Cross Blue Shield and Elevance merge, and other local and national political topics. Director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Dr. Griffin Rogers speaks on the importance of being informed on the importance of kidney health. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers veteran NPR broadcaster Bob Edwards.

Feb 14, 202444 min

Mary Patricia Wray, Dr. Griffin Rogers, Remembering Bob Edwards

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray talks the upcoming special session on crime, the cancellation of Blue Cross Blue Shield and Elevance merge, and other local and national political topics. Director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Dr. Griffin Rogers speaks on the importance of being informed on the importance of kidney health. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers veteran NPR broadcaster Bob Edwards.

Feb 14, 202444 min

Mary Patricia Wray, Dr. Griffin Rogers, Remembering Bob Edwards

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray talks the upcoming special session on crime, the cancellation of Blue Cross Blue Shield and Elevance merge, and other local and national political topics. Director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Dr. Griffin Rogers speaks on the importance of being informed on the importance of kidney health. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers veteran NPR broadcaster Bob Edwards.

Feb 14, 202444 min

Jennifer Marusak, Jensen Moore, Kelly Swift, Remembering Bob Edwards

Executive director of the Ports Association of Louisiana Jennifer Marusak speaks on the port system and processes to keep it going. Mass communication specialist Jensen Moore gives a recap on the Super Bowl commercials. Film Programming Manager at Manship Theatre Kelly Swift talks upcoming movies to be shown at the Manship. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers longtime NPR "Moring Edition" host Bob Edwards on his recent passing.

Feb 13, 202444 min

Rabbi Weinstein, Emad Nofal, John Dominic Crossan

Rabbi Barry Weinstein of Temple Sinai is joined by chairman of the Islamic Center of Baton Rouge Emad Nofal to discuss their differences in religion as friends. Bible scholar John Dominic Crossan talks scripture in relation to love.

Feb 12, 202443 min

James Carville, Andy Maas

Political consultant and author James Carville speaks on various national and local political topics including Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and topic surrounding the border. Associate Vice President for Research at LSU Andy Maas talks the recent receival of the NSF grant.

Feb 9, 202444 min

Stephanie Riegel, Mark Ballard

Journalist Stephanie Riegel speaks on the Blue Cross and Elevance Health merge. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks what's going on in Washington politics including the border bill and also Gov. Landry's proposal to send Louisiana troops to the Mexican border.

Feb 9, 202444 min

Stephanie Riegel, Mark Ballard

Journalist Stephanie Riegel speaks on the Blue Cross and Elevance Health merge. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks what's going on in Washington politics including the border bill and also Gov. Landry's proposal to send Louisiana troops to the Mexican border.

Feb 8, 202444 min

Fred Dent, Frederic Frommer, Mary Landrieu

Financial advisor Fred Dent gives insight into the current markets and the economy amid this election year. Washington Post sports writer Frederic Frommer talks Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio in comparison to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Former United States Senator Mary Landrieu talks the lobbing world and also various American political topics.

Feb 8, 202444 min

Fred Dent, Frederic Frommer, Mary Landrieu

Financial advisor Fred Dent gives insight into the current markets and the economy amid this election year. Washington Post sports writer Frederic Frommer talks Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio in comparison to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Former United States Senator Mary Landrieu talks the lobbing world and also various American political topics.

Feb 7, 202444 min

Mary Stein, Jay Dardenne

Assistant Library Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks what's new at the library and the One Book One Community selection. Former Secretary of State of Louisiana Jay Dardenne joins us on his birthday to give his thoughts on the new administration.

Feb 6, 202444 min

Greg Bowser, Dr. James O'Connell, Dr. Romie Mushtaq

President of the Louisiana Chemical Association Greg Bowser speaks on the chemical industry's impact on the environment and also the liquefied natural gas controversy. President of BHCHP and an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School Dr. James O'Connell gives insight into his work with the homeless by referencing his book, "Stories From the Shadows". Board-certified physician and award-winning wellness speaker Dr. Romie Mushtaq talks her latest work, "The Busy Brain Cure".

Feb 5, 202444 min

Jim Brown, Tyler Bridges

Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown talks his life and career throughout the years and also various Louisiana political topics. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges speaks on local and national politics.

Feb 2, 202444 min

Maxine Crump, Mark Ballard

Founder, president, and CEO of Dialogue on Race Louisiana Maxine Crump speaks on the organization, her and work throughout the years, and also issues on race. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks local and national politics including congressional reapportionments.

Feb 1, 202444 min

Dan Moldea, Andre' Moreau

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea talks sport gambling amid the Kayshon Boutte gambling allegations and also national political topics including Donald Trump. Veteran news reporter Andre' Moreau speaks on his run in with dating scams.

Jan 31, 202444 min