Talk Louisiana

District Attorney Hillar Moore speaks on various local topics including new Baton Rouge police chief, crime throughout the community, and also his work with the prosecution of the Taliban. Screenwriter and film director Karey Kirkpatrick reflects on his life and career throughout the years. Reporter, author and film director Jason Berry gives his thoughts on the pope's decision to bless gay marriages.

Former WAFB anchor George Sells reflects on his career throughout the years and also gives his take on journalism today. Author's Mark and Mary Kay Liston talk their latest work, "Diagnosed".

State senator Franklin Foil talks Louisiana politics including the upcoming inauguration of governor Jeff Landry. Political columnist Clancy Dubos gives insight into where we are politically amid the upcoming election year. Singer Philip Manuel talks his annual Christmas show at Snug Harbor. For tickets and more information, visit https://snugjazz.com/tm-event/phillip-manuel-presents-swingin-in-the-holidays/.

Attorney and former communications director for the Democratic Party Susan Nelson is joined by Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf to speak on various political topic including Donald Trump and also the Sharon Lewis vs. LSU trial.

Attorney and former communications director for the Democratic Party Susan Nelson is joined by Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf to speak on various political topic including Donald Trump and also the Sharon Lewis vs. LSU trial.

Actor and film producer Louis Herthum speaks on his life and career throughout the years, the state of Hollywood amid the Writer's Strike, and also his thoughts on the JFK Assassination. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the latest on house bills and also Donald Trump.

Attorney and former communications director for the Democratic Party Susan Nelson is joined by Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf to speak on various political topic including Donald Trump and also the Sharon Lewis vs. LSU trial.

Head of the Dick Gregory Foundation Faye Williams is joined by LSU Shreveport professor Jeff Sadow to discuss several political topics including the pope's recent decision regarding same sex marriage and also congressional delegation. Former longtime editor of the Concordia Sentinel and Adjunct Instructor at the LSU Manship School Stanley Nelson speaks on his work breaking cold cases in Louisiana regarding Black men in the 1960s.

Former head of Dillard University Walter Kimbrough speaks on Roy Fletcher's recent comments on Talk Louisiana regarding Donald Trump and HBCU's. LSU English professor Kevin Cope gives insight into LSU academia and also the ongoing LSU vs Sharon Lewis trial. The director of communications for the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge Pam Bordelon talks the upcoming project, "Writers of Louisiana Short Stories".

Political consultant Roy Fletcher is joined by former member of the LA House of Representatives Melissa Flournoy to discuss various topics regarding the political world including the upcoming inauguration of Jeff Landry and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Tiger Rag editor Todd Horne gives insight into the Sharon Lewis vs LSU case.

Political consultant Roy Fletcher is joined by former member of the LA House of Representatives Melissa Flournoy to discuss various topics regarding the political world including the upcoming inauguration of Jeff Landry and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Tiger Rag editor Todd Horne gives insight into the Sharon Lewis vs LSU case.

President of the EBR Parish School Board Dadrius Lanus speaks on the recent voting against renewing the contract of Superintendent Dr. Sito Narcisse. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including the House of Reps vote on the impeachment of President Biden.

President and CEO of The Water Institute Beaux Jones speaks on the organization as a whole and also his life and career to this point. Former LSU basketball player and Ukrainian businessman Roman Rubchenko talks the war between Ukraine and Russia and Volodymyr Zelenskyy plea for aid.

Former WAFB sports director Steve Schneider is joined by LRN news and sports director Jeff Palermo to talk LSU QB Jayden Daniels' Heisman Trophy win and Louisiana sports. Lobbyist Joe Mapes speaks on various political topics including upcoming legislative sessions.

Libertarian Party Presidential Candidate Chase Oliver speaks on the libertarian party overall, his nomination, and also his campaign and candidacy. Artistic director for BRBT Molly Buchmann talks her final production, The Nutcracker, amid her upcoming retirement.

Former WAFB sports director Steve Schneider is joined by LRN news and sports director Jeff Palermo to talk LSU QB Jayden Daniels' Heisman Trophy win and Louisiana sports. Lobbyist Joe Mapes speaks on various political topics including upcoming legislative sessions.

Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell talks an upcoming project in Calcasieu parish. Head of the Green Army General Russel Honore comments on several political topics including new governor Jeff Landry, what's going on in Washington, and also war throughout the world. Music and film critic John Wirt remembers singer-songwriter Jim Morrison.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the latest political developments locally and nationally.

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Jim Donelon gives insight into his last days on the job and also various topics regarding the insurance industry. Co-owner and operator of Uptown Climbing Lee Guilbeau talks his start into the business and his journey to this point.

Vice president and chief development office for Volunteers of America Shannon Abney speaks on the organization and also the latest with tax relief. For more information and to donate, visit https://www.voascla.org/our-ministry-of-service. Former editor for The Advocate Peter Kovacs talks the world of journalism locally and nationally. Financial advisor Fred Dent gives an update on the markets and beyond as we approach an election year.

Longtime LPB producer Dorothy Kendrick speaks on a major upcoming production ,"A Tall Order", regarding the Louisiana State Capital. For more information, visit https://louisianaradionetwork.com/2023/12/04/new-lpb-documentary-looks-at/ . Jim Caldwell from the Baton Rouge Airport gives insight into what's new and also information with the Washington flight. The Advocate/Times Picayune's Tyler Bridges talks the latest with new governor Jeff Landry, Louisiana congressional districts, and the Louisiana Democratic Party.

Lanny Keller from The Advocate reflects on his career over the years on his last day at The Advocate after 25 years. Artist and former Tulane football player Mark Olivari and former LSU player Robert Dow Jr. remember the iconic 1973 LSU vs. Tulane game on its 50 year anniversary.

Lanny Keller from The Advocate reflects on his career over the years on his last day at The Advocate after 25 years. Artist and former Tulane football player Mark Olivari and former LSU player Robert Dow Jr. remember the iconic 1973 LSU vs. Tulane game on its 50 year anniversary.

City-Parish's former chief administrative officer for Mayor Broome Darryl Gissel speaks on various topics including his experience as chief of staff and also his thoughts on the search for a police chief. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks local and national political topics including the recent passing of Henry Kissinger and the upcoming presidential election year.

Columnist Louis Avallone speaks on the results of the recent Shreveport election for sheriff. Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by reporter Greg Hilburn to talk various local and national political topics.

Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Democratic blogger and Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national political topics. Writer Joseph McBride gives his thoughts on the latest developments with the JFK assassination.

Former secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Charles Melançon Charles Melançon gives his thoughts on local and national political topics including the new governor Jeff Landry and his administration as well as Mike Johnson and the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster speaks on LSU QB Jayden Daniels and the Heisman by referencing Tiger Rag graphic designer Jake McMains' comments from the Tiger Rag podcast.

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott discusses American and regional political topics as well as the upcoming Founders Luncheon. For more information, visit https://www.wrkf.org/tags/wrkf-events. Jim Engster remembers JFK on the 60th anniversary of his assassination by referencing an appearance from Richard Lipsey and Vincent Bugliosi on The Jim Engster Show ten years ago.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser made his regular appearance on the show. Jim and the Lt. Governor spent most of their time together talking about the crime problem in New Orleans and potential solutions. Numerous callers also expressed their thoughts. The Advocate's Washington D.C. correspondent Mark Ballard was also on for his weekly spot. They continued the New Orleans crime problem discussion, but also discussed the 2024 presidential election, abortion rights and the legalization of recreational marijuana.The Advocate's Washington D.C. correspondent Mark Ballard was also on for his weekly spot. They continued the New Orleans crime problem discussion, but also discussed the 2024 presidential election, abortion rights and the legalization of recreational marijuana.

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott discusses American and regional political topics as well as the upcoming Founders Luncheon. For more information, visit https://www.wrkf.org/tags/wrkf-events. Jim Engster remembers JFK on the 60th anniversary of his assassination by referencing an appearance from Richard Lipsey and Vincent Bugliosi on The Jim Engster Show ten years ago.

Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell speaks on carbon capture in Louisiana and also the state of the Democratic party amid the recent elections. CNO of Cane River Pecan Jady Regard talks his journey to this point and the company as a whole.

Law professor at the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Tom Galligan speaks on his career to this point and also various other topics. Board-certified ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist Dr. Henry Barham talks his cutting edge research regarding COVID. Columnist for The Advocate Smiley Anders reflects on his life and times on his 86th birthday.

Democratic candidate for State Treasurer Dustin Granger talks his campaign and candidacy for the upcoming November 18th runoff election. Columnist Quin Hillyer comments on various local and national political topics including Sen. Markwayne Mullin.

Political consultant Roy Fletcher speaks on various local political topics including the upcoming November 18th election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives an update on what's new in Washington and also congressional redistricting in Louisiana.

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf speaks on various political topics including new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and also an update on congressional redistricting in Louisiana. Former head of Visit Baton Rouge Paul Arrigo talks what's new throughout the city.

Journalist Julie Farnam remembers the January 6th insurrection by referring to her latest work, "Domestic Darkness". Former State Rep. Troy Hebert talks various Louisiana political topics including new governor Jeff Landry and the upcoming November 18th election. President and executive director of Louisiana Music Hall of Fame Mike Shepard talks the upcoming induction ceremony this Thursday, November 16th. For more information, visit louisianamusichalloffame.org.

Photographer, publisher, author and inventor Cecil Williams gives insight into his work in the 1950 Civil Rights Movement and also remembers 35th president John F. Kennedy by speaking on the upcoming event at the Old State Capitol, "Photography History: A Talk with Cecil Williams". For more information, visit https://louisianaoldstatecapitol.org/exhibits-events/cecil-williams. Candidate for State Representative for Louisiana House District 68 Belinda Williams speaks on her campaign and candidacy amid the November 18th runoff election. Author Helena de Bres talks her latest work, "How to be a Multiple.

Longtime politico James Carville talks various local and national political topics including the 2024 Presidential Election and also Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and Louisiana Governor, Jeff Landry.

Longtime politico James Carville talks various local and national political topics including the 2024 Presidential Election and also Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and Louisiana Governor, Jeff Landry.

Dean of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Dr. Alena Allen speaks on her life and career to this point and also what's new with the LSU Law Center. Heather Roemer and Will Campbell from b1 Bank give insight into b1's new Foundation, the Buddy Roemer Small Business Center. Author Kelly Sather talks her latest work, "Small in Real Life".

Dean of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Dr. Alena Allen speaks on her life and career to this point and also what's new with the LSU Law Center. Heather Roemer and Will Campbell from b1 Bank give insight into b1's new Foundation, the Buddy Roemer Small Business Center. Author Kelly Sather talks her latest work, "Small in Real Life".

Financial advisor Fred Dent gives insight into the current state of market and what's to come. Associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow speaks on new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and also upcoming elections in Kentucky and Mississippi. Director of Communications at Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Brandee Patrick talks an upcoming show at the Manship Theatre, "Dear Sirs". For tickets and more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/dear-sirs-film.

President of Louisiana Federation of Teachers union Larry Carter discusses the union's stance on appealing standard test scores to aid some high school students in receiving their diploma. Executive director of the Jenny Craig Institute for the Study of War and Democracy Michael Bell speaks on the opening of the last pavilion at the WWII Museum in New Orleans. BR Gallery Development Director Gwen Palagi talks the upcoming event, "Kinetics and BRG". For more information, visit https://www.batonrougegallery.org/kinetics.

Member of the Louisiana State Senate Cleo Fields gives insight into the transition following the October 14th election. MLB legend Denny McLain reflects on his life and career throughout the years.

Manship Chair in Journalism at the Manship School of Mass Communication Bob Mann speaks new governor Jeff Landry impact on his decision to resign from LSU and also what's to come for him. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives his thoughts on Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson.

Member of the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education Ronnie Morris gives his thoughts on the graduation requirements for the state of Louisiana amid the recent objected proposal regarding alternatives to the standardized exam needed to graduate. Talk LA host Jim Engster talks various political topics including the latest on the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Kristin Sosnowsky from the LSU College of Music and Dramatic is joined by Vastine Stabler and director Lori Parquet to talk LSU's Swine Palace and the upcoming event, "Roe" related to the Roe v Wade court case. For tickets and more information, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/theatre/events/index.php.

Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives to represent District 70 Steve Myers speaks on his campaign and candidacy amid the upcoming November runoff. Writer and publisher Trent Angers talks his latest work, "Dale Brown Court".