Talk Louisiana

EBR Parish libraries assistant director Mary Stein discusses the censorship of library books. Political consultant Roy Fletcher talks the upcoming governors race and its candidates. Multi-media artist Sam Corso gives insight to his life and career and also speaks on his upcoming exhibit. For more information, visit https://www.batonrougegallery.org/current. Artistic director of Of Moving Colors Productions Garland Goodwin Wilson speaks on several upcoming events. For more information, visit https://www.ofmovingcolors.org/currentwork.

East Baton Rouge Parish board member Patrick Martin discusses the progress within the school system and what is to come. Former state representative Elbert Guillory talks his candidacy for lt. governor. Author Johanna Seigmann speaks on her latest work, "In Good Company".

Politician and former law maker Troy Hebert is joined by attorney and former communications director for the Louisiana democratic party Susan East Nelson to discuss politics locally and nationally as well as comment on several other topics. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on Gov. John Bell Edwards thoughts on the renaming of the Dale Brown court.

Sportscaster Tim Brando speaks on his life and career to this point and also comments on the recent renaming of the Pete Maravich Assembly Center court. The Voice's Tom Aswell discusses several political topics including the upcoming governors election and its candidates.

East Baton Rouge Parish board member Patrick Martin discusses the progress within the school system and what is to come. Former state representative Elbert Guillory talks his candidacy for lt. governor. Author Johanna Seigmann speaks on her latest work, "In Good Company".

19th Judicial Court Judge Donald Johnson is joined by Traffic Court Coordinator at 19th Judicial District Court Genevieve Robichaux to discuss traffic violations throughout the city. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks several political topics including the upcoming elections.

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser discusses several topics including his decision to run for re-election, the upcoming governors election, and the recent Mardi Gras events. Femi Euba, Vastine Stabler, and Chuck Mike from LSU's Swine Palace talk their latest production, "Craters". For more information, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/swinepalace/index.php. Author Lynn Cullen speaks on her most recent work, "The Woman with the Cure". Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers Edward Kennedy on what would be his 91st birthday.

Lawyer and author James B. Stewart is joined by senior producer and reporter for “The New York Times Presents", Rachel Abrams to discuss their recent work, "Unscripted: The Epic Battle for a Hollywood Media Empire". Executive Director of the Louisiana Democratic Party Stephen Handwerk speaks on the upcoming governor's election and other political topics. Conservative newspaper columnist and writer Quin Hillyer talks national and local politics. Author Joanna Schwartz discusses her recent work, "Shielded".

WAFB morning host Matt Williams reflects on his career to this point, talks Jimmy Carter, and also speaks on recent news including the past weekends Mardi Gras events. LSU Vice President for Agriculture and Dean of the College of Agriculture Dr. Matt Lee discusses LSU Ag Center as well as several agricultural topics.

Politician and former law maker Troy Hebert is joined by attorney and former communications director for the Louisiana democratic party Susan East Nelson to discuss politics locally and nationally as well as comment on several other topics. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on Gov. John Bell Edwards thoughts on the renaming of the Dale Brown court.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses politics in Washington as well as upcoming elections and the congressional delegation. Writer and reporter John Wirt remembers the great pianist Huey "Piano" Smith by referring to his work "Huey “Piano” Smith and the Rocking Pneumonia Blues" and also remembers Raquel Welch on her recent passing.

Director of Woman's Center for Wellness Brooke Coogan emphasis the importance health and wellness. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf discusses the legalization of marijuana in Louisiana and its potential impact on the community. President and CEO of the Louisiana Chemical Association Greg Bowser talks his life and career as well as how COVID has effected the chemical industry today.

Former Louisiana state legislator and pastor Raymond Jetson comments on education and gun violence in our community as well as gives insight to his new group MetroMorphosis as well as his recent project Aging While Black. Musicians Herman Jackson and Earnest Jackson reflect on their life and career and also their 1975 song "Inflation".

Advocate staff photo by PATRICK DENNIS shot on 12-19-07. 00010080a. Headshots of Gov.-elect Bobby Jindal's staff: Timmy Teepell, Nial Patel, Shephen Waguespack, Trey Williams Melissa Sellers, Kellie DeRouen, Luke Letlow and Sean Smith. THIS IS: Timmy Teepell, Chief of Staff.(PATRICK DENNIS / 00010080a)Political strategist Timmy Teepell gives insight as to what happening in American politics. Attorney Drew Louviere discusses LSU head football coach Brain Kelly's recent divorce filling. Talk Louisiana Jim Engster comments on the renaming of the Dale Brown court amid today's LSU board meeting.

Pollster Bernie Pinsonat discusses the upcoming governors election and its candidates as well as the renaming of the Dale Brown court. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the renaming of the Dale Brown court as well as several political topics including the upcoming governors election and the recent State of the Union address.

President-Chancellor of Southern University Dennis Shields reflects on his life and career to this point and also what's going on on The Bluff. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers Tee Jules on the 15th anniversary of his passing and also comments on the State of the Union Address. Former metro councilman Darrell Glasper talks several topics including the recent State of the Union address as well as a few local issues.

Financial advisor and CFA of Dent Wealth Advisors Fred Dent gives insight to what's going on on Wall Street and also his thoughts on the markets. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray discusses several political topics including the upcoming governors race as well as the upcoming State of the Union Address. Sports commentator Tim Brando reflects on the legacy of former LSU basketball coach Dale Brown amid the renaming of the Pete Maverick Assembly Center court.

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf reflects on the life and presidency of the 40th US President, Ronald Reagan. Economist Jim Richardson speaks on several political topics including the lifting of the debt ceiling. Washington Post reporter Mariana Alfaro gives insight the upcoming State of the Union Address. Author Goldie Taylor talks about her recent work, "The Love You Save".

Chief of Police Murphy Paul discusses what's going on in our community with crime and the efforts to reduce crime rates in the capital city. Journalist Jeff Marks is joined by LA Public Broadcaster Andre Moreau to speak on the renaming of LSU's Pete Maravich Assembly Center court currently named after former head coach Dale Brown.

Political reporter for The Washington Post Leigh Ann Caldwell reflects on her journey to this point and also discusses politics in Washington including President Biden and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks what's new in Washington politics as well as the upcoming Louisiana governor's race.

Executive Vice President of the Baton Rouge Area Foundation John Spain discusses his life and career as well as several major projects throughout the city including the passenger rail system and the preservation of the LSU Lakes. Archivist and Head of the Ernest J. Gaines Center Cheylon Woods remembers the great author and gives insight to the center. For more information, visit https://ernestgaines.louisiana.edu/.

Head football coach at Tulane University Willie Fritz speaks on their successful season and how they got to this point. Writer and the late Norman Mailer’s archivist and authorized biographer J. Michael Lennon is joined by author, actor, and son of the late Norman Mailer John Buffalo Mailer to remember Norman Mailer on what would have been his 100th birthday and also to talk their recent work, "A Mysterious Country".

Renowned sports writer Dave Kindred reflects on his life and career and also his writings on Muhammad Ali and Howard Cosell. Attorney Mary Olive Pierson discusses several topics including the proposal of St. George and the tragic death of LSU Manship student Madison Brooks.

U.S. representative for Arkansas's 4th congressional district Bruce Westerman speaks on several political topics including Kevin McCarthy and natural resource issues. Lt. Gov. of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on the upcoming governors election, its candidates, and his decision not to run as well as Washington Mardi Gras.

Veteran sports writer George Morris remembers the great college football coach Bear Bryant on the 40th anniversary of his death. Alcohol Beverage Control board member Scott Wilfong gives insight to the boards decision following the tragic death of LSU student Madison Brooks. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks Washington Mardi Gras and several political topics including the banning of income tax and the upcoming governor's race.

Journalist and novelist Ken Wells speaks on his life and times and also his latest work, "Swamped!". Democratic politician Luke Mixon reflects on his campaign in the recent US Senate Race and also comments on the state of politics in Louisiana. John Wirt and Johnny Palazzotto talk the debut of the Slim Harpo documentary, "The Original King Bee". For tickets and more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/the-original-king-bee-documentary.

Owner & Attorney at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Gordan McKernan discusses the evolution of the advertising world in law as well as the NIL world in relation to his work with college athletes throughout Louisiana including LSU. Author Jeff Hobbs gives insight to his recent work, "Children of the State".

Chair of the Board of Louisiana Progress and founder of 10,000 Women Louisiana Dr. Melissa Flournoy is joined by Col. Rob Maness to discuss violence throughout the city amid the recent night club shooting as well at their thoughts on the banning of assault weapons. Councilman Darryl Hurst comments on the crime in North Baton Rouge speaking on the recent night club shooting and also the pulling of The Harmony Behavioral Health Center.

Head of Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills discusses several topics including his stance on the abortion ban in Louisiana as well as the banning of assault weapons. Executive Editor at Business Report and the head lacrosse coach at Louisiana State University JR Ball speaks on what's happening in the city, including the upcoming mayor's race and also LSU's lacrosse team. Jason Andreasen and Marco Mazzoni from the Baton Rouge Gallery talk the upcoming event, "Surreal Salon". For tickets and more information, visit https://www.batonrougegallery.org/.

College and professional basketball legend Rick Barry reflects on his life and career and also talks his current career as a professional pickleball player. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on what's going on in Washington and locally, including the upcoming governors race.

Rep. Richard Nelson announces his candidacy for governor and gives insight into his campaign. Author Wendy Willis Baldwin speaks on her debut novel "The Sisters We Were".

Author Jacinda Townsend speaks on her life and the start to her career as well as her recent book "Mother Country". Louisiana Voice's Tom Aswell comments on several topics including Karen Carter Peterson and also remembers Muhammad Ali on what would have been his 81st birthday. American author and political commentator Jared Yates Sexton talks his recent work, "The Midnight Kingdom".

Founder and CEO at SPIRO Stretch Elena Keegan joins us to provide tips on how to improve our fitness and flexibility with her stretching tool, the Spiro. National President and CEO of the National Congress of Black Women Dr. Faye Williams is joined by District Attorney Tony Clayton to discuss the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on what would have been his 94th birthday as well as what has changed in regards to race issues today.

Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Republican and former metro councilman of Baton Rouge Darrell Glasper to discuss several political topics including the GOP and comment on upcoming elections. Republican and member of Louisiana State Senate Sharon Hewitt gives insight to her decision on running for governor as well as her campaign.

Assistant Library Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein discusses the importance of libraries and books amid Jeff Landry's recent comments and also what new books are to come. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on several political topics including Karen Carter Peterson's recent sentencing and the speaker of the House race.

Award-winning speaker, writer, and author Danté Stewart gives his thoughts on the Georgia senate runoffs by referencing his New York Times work "What White Voters See in Herschel Walker". Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola is joined by his brother San Diego Padres catcher Austin Nola to speak on their careers to this point as well as promote their upcoming ALS event "STRIKE OUT ALS WITH AARON & AUSTIN NOLA". For more information, visit https://goallevents.com/e/strike-out-als-with-aaron-andamp-austin-nola-E200021902052004. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster ends the show by commenting on Billy Nungesser's decision on running for governor.

Mayor-President of EBR Parish Sharon Weston Broome address several parish issues such violence in the city as well as transportation and drainage. She also speaks on her running for mayor-president in next year's election. Director of communications for the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge Pam Bordelon comments briefly on John Kennedy and Billy Nungesser and also promotes the council's 50 year MPAC event. For more information, visit https://www.artsbr.org/mpac.

Head of the Jewish Film Festival Ara Rubyan details this years Jewish festival which is held January 11-15. For more information, visit https://brjff.com/. Member of the Louisiana Public Service Commission Foster Campbell reflects on his career over the years and also gives insight on what is happening in politics locally and nationally.

Photojournalist Nate Gowdy reflects on the January 6 insurrection on its two year anniversary by referencing his latest work "INSURRECTION". Author and historian John Barry speaks on his latest works as well as what is happing in Washington, including the race for speaker of the House. Social commentator and writer Brad Onishi discusses his latest work "Preparing for War" and also comments on the January 6 insurrection. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster talks several political topics and also acknowledges the longest standing restaurant near LSU, Wienerschnitzel.

EBR parish and the 19th Judicial Court District Attorney Hillar Moore reflects on the year 2022's crime and murder rate in EBR and Louisiana and also what could be happening in the new year. Cardiology specialist Dr. Carl Luikart discusses cardiovascular related sudden death in athletes amid Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest.

On the first live show of 2023, Jim sat down with financial advisor Fred Dent to discuss what the stock market might do in 2023. Tailor Manuel Martinez came into the studio to discuss the latest fashion trends. And environmental and history preservationist Carolyn Bennett stopped by to discuss her work with FEMA.

On the first live show of 2023, Jim sat down with financial advisor Fred Dent to discuss what the stock market might do in 2023. Tailor Manuel Martinez came into the studio to discuss the latest fashion trends. And environmental and history preservationist Carolyn Bennett stopped by to discuss her work with FEMA.

Former LSU and professional basketball player Rudy Macklin discusses his work as the director of the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports as well as the importance of being physically fit. Musician Rusty Yates talks his upcoming performances tonight at Sullivan's Steakhouse and tomorrow night at Churchills. For more information, visit https://www.225liveevents.com/band/detail/Rusty-Yates/661.

Attorney Larry English talks his client Sharon Lewis and her ongoing lawsuit again LSU. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks several political topics including the upcoming governor's election.

Lawyer, writer, and political activist Mike Wolf talks various political topics including his thoughts on Ketanji Brown Jackson and Donald Trump. Lead consultant of First Financial of Baton Rouge Ameen Walker speaks on Donald Trump's tax return release.

Guest host Rev. Dr. Steve Crump is joined by Rabbi Barry Weinstein and Rev. Chris Andrews to discuss several theological topics.

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea talks several topics including the 1/6 committee report and the recent documents found regarding John F. Kennedy's assassination. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster wraps up the holiday show.

(Andrew Corpuz)Author and educator Joseph McBride talks John F. Kennedy's assassination amid the recent release of new documents. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on several political topics including Ukraine's President meet up with President Biden as well as the upcoming governors race.

Retired Lieutenant General Russel Honoré discusses several political topics including the Green Army and remembering General George Patton on the 77th anniversary of his passing. Musician Benjy Davis talks his recent album "Lindeville".

Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil speaks on several political topics including his running for re-election and the upcoming governor's election. Author Samuel "Chris" Spitale talks his recent book "How to Win the War on Truth" and his upcoming book signing on December 22nd at Garden District Book Shop in New Orleans from 5 to 8 p.m.