Talk Louisiana

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including Pres. Trump's recent address to the nation. Southern University Political Science Professor Albert Samuels is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss various local and national topics including the latest on Pres. Trump and also the upcoming session.

Financial advisor Fred Dent discusses the markets, his career, and investment philosophies. Literary editor Monique Morrison talks the upcoming book "Waiting to Die: One Man's Journey on Death Row" and speaks on her time facilitating the release of this memoir by Feltus Taylor, Jr..

Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann comments on various topics including the upcoming senate election, the war in Iran, and the latest with Pres. Trump. LSU professor Kevin Cope speaks on the latest LSU news including the return of Will Wade. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on various local and national topics.

Pastor Donnie Swaggart speaks on his life and work within the ministry over the years. Retired general surgeon Dr. Allen Saxon speaks on his latest work, "Training in Charity". Actor and life coach Michael Graham talks his life and career throughout the years and also his current endeavor, Mindset Matters Consulting.

Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser speaks on tourism throughout the state. the upcoming closed primary election, and also the upcoming Louisiana Political Hall of Fame induction. Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest higher education news including LSU's rehiring of Will Wade. Musician and Moody Blues guitarist Justin Hayward reflects on his life and career over the years and also speaks on his upcoming performance. For tickets and more information, visit https://justinhayward.com/pages/current-tour-dates.

Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy comments on various topics including the staged wreck scheme in New Orleans, the Trump administration, and the upcoming Senate election. Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil speaks on the war in Iran and also the ongoing Legislative Session. Grandson of author Ernest Gaines, Nicholas Smith gives insight into the bill proposal to honor Gaines on a portion of LA Highway 1.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray comments on the run off in the Louisiana senate race, and topical political subjects. Council member for District 10 Carolyn Coleman is joined by executive director of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Chris Csonka to talk the upcoming 2026 Community Warrant Resolution event happening Friday, March 27th. For more information or to pre-register, please visit - https://www.ebrcjcc.org/ WRKF Station Manager Paul Maassen chats about the importance of donating to your local public radio station during the ongoing WRKF pledge drive. You can learn more about donating to WRKF here- https://wkrf.donorsupport.co/page/P26S

Former LSU basketball player and LSU and BREC board member Collis Temple comments on various topics including the world of NIL, LSU and Troy Middleton, and the City Park Golf Course. Veteran anchorman George Sells speaks on the demise of CBS Radio News. Pastor Donnie Swaggart talks tonight's "Parental Awareness Night". For more information, visit https://www.fwcbr.org/events/parental-awareness-night/2026-03-24.

Democratic Candidate for United States Senate Nick Albares talks his campaign and candidacy and also comments on world issues including the war in Iran. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including the upcoming elections and prospective candidate debates.

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss various political topics including upcoming elections and the war in Iran. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various topics including upcoming elections and candidates, Pres. Trump, and the war in Iran.

Chief Executive Officer for the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Duggan talks the organization and its impact in the community.Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell talks various topics including the latest on the educational trust fund, the upcoming Senate election, and the war in Iran. Board president for DSAG Neal Choppin to speaks on the upcoming "Buddy Walk" event. For more information, visit, https://dsagbr.org/buddy-walk/.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks the legislative session and gives updates on what's happening in Baton Rouge. Dean of the LSU Ogden Honors College Jonathan Earle discusses his career and time at LSU, and speaks on his background as a historian.

Reporter for The Advocate and president of the Louisiana Capital Correspondents Association Charles Lussier talks the return of "The Gridiron Show". Former U.S. ambassador Francis Rooney comments on Pres. Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Literary critic and author Ruth Franklin talks her latest work, "The Many Lives of Anne Frank".

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper to discuss various political topics including the upcoming US senate race and the ongoing war in Iran. Attorney Scott Sternberg gives insight into Tiger Rag Magazine, LA Illuminator, and WAFB-TV's lawsuit against LSU. Music and film critic John Wirt comments on the Oscars.

Foreign policy analyst and CEO of CNAS Richard Fontaine comments on the ongoing war in Iran. Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin talks the latest with Pres. Trump and the upcoming midterm election. State Representative Mandie Landry gives a recap of the first week of the legislative session.

Retired United States Marine and author AJ Cade talks his latest work, "Death or Victory". Former LSU student body president Ted Schirmer gives his thoughts on war draft dodgers in high places. Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various topics including the effects of the ongoing war in Iran. Assistant Director of Operations & Visitor Services at LSU Museum of Art Sandy Parfait speaks on the upcoming event, "Southern Palette". For more information, visit, https://www.southernpalette.org/.

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple speaks on local insurance concerns and upcoming legislation. Former chair of the Louisiana Democratic Party Katie Bernhardt is joined by columnist and writer Quin Hillyer to comment on current political topics and discuss the war in Iran.

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including Gov. Landry's recent "State of the State" speech and the upcoming senate primary. Colonel Rob Maness is joined by former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann and journalist and activist Lamar White to discuss various political topics including Pres. Trump and the war in Iran.

Former editor at the Business Report and Tiger Rag Magazine JR Ball gives his thoughts on our community and also speaks on his latest endeavor involving "RedEye BR". Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the upcoming senate election and the effects of the war in Iran.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various topics including the war in Iran, Kristi Noem, and the upcoming election. Former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss various political topics including the Iranian war and the upcoming legislative session.

Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers comedian and actor John Belushi on 44th anniversary of his death. Lawyer Todd Gaudin speaks on the importance of estate planning and wills. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in local and nation politics including the upcoming election and the war in Iran.

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea talks the current political climate amidst the war in Iran. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore gives his perspective on the war in Iran.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library talks the latest at the library including the upcoming "Attic Treasures and Collectibles" event and the upcoming tax vote. For more information, visit https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. Financial advisor Fred Dent joins for his monthly visit to discuss the current state of the markets with the ongoing war in Iran. Author Stephen Maitland-Lewis talks his latest work, "The Unlikely Huntress".

President of League of Women Voters Louisiana Christy Green talks the upcoming closed primary election. Wall Street Journal Print Editor Alex Martin comments on the latest in world news with Pres. Trump and the war in the Middle East.

Campaign manager for Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks the latest in industrial developments throughout Louisiana. Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser speaks on various topics including tourism throughout the state, the "Make America Beautiful" initiative and also a new bill regarding a lifetime term limit on Louisiana governors. Executive director of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller comments on the upcoming legislative session. Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Dr. Faye Williams remembers Civil rights activist Jesse Jackson amid his recent death.

Director of Rehabilitation Innovation for the Mount Sinai Health System Dr. David Putrino is joined by the Executive Director of The Chesley Initiative Chesley Heymsfield to speak on the initiative as well as the impact and effects of long Covid. For more information, visit https://www.chesleyinitiative.org/event-details/louisianaroundtable. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the latest on Pres. Trump, the State of the Union Address, the Epstein files, and also upcoming elections and the candidates. President & CEO of Capital Area United Way George Bell talks the upcoming Super Tax Day. Visit https://www.wafb.com/2026/02/19/entergy-louisiana-offers-free-tax-assistance-super-tax-day-events/ for more information.

Radio host, author, and political commentator Michael Medved speaks in depth on the president's state of the union address from last night. Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives (District 69) Angela Roberts discusses her campaign and philosophies. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua also joins to advocate and endorse Angela.

The youngest of the 1957 Little Rock Nine Carlotta Walls LaNier reflects on her life and times by referencing her latest work "A Mighty Long Way". Lawyer and author Warren Perrin talks his life throughout the years as well as the importance of the preservation of French culture.

Rabbi Sarah Smiley of the Unified Jewish Congregation is joined by Dr. Brian Pedraza from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University to discuss various topics regarding morality. Immigration attorney at The Scott Law Firm Maria Chiriboga in joined by immigration activist Rachel Taber to speak on immigration throughout our state.

Democratic politician and former Secretary of the Louisiana DOTD Shawn Wilson speaks on various local political topics including the state of politics and campaigns, and also upcoming elections. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various topics including the closed primary senate election and the candidates.

Former LSU basketball, NBA player, and director of the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Rudy Macklin joins us on his birthday to give his thoughts on the current state of LSU athletics and also the latest in physical fitness throughout the state. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster reflects on the life of former Xavier President Norman Francis, Civil Rights activist Jesse Jackson, and actor Robert Duvall. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including the recent deaths of Jesse Jackson and Norman Francis and also the upcoming primary election.

President of the Louisiana NAACP Rebecca Perloff talks stepping into her new role, and future plans and focal points for the local Louisiana branch. Representatives from the Democratic Socialist Baton Rouge chapter Ben Wendt and the New Orleans chapter John Lewis speak on their political philosophies and current political topics.

Comedian Brad Williams talks "The Tall Tales Tour". For dates and tickets, visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/brad-williams-the-tall-tales-tour-baton-rouge-louisiana-02-19-2026/event/1B0062C5B97F4998. Republican and former Louisiana State Senator Elbert Guillory is joined by Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf to discuss various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump and upcoming elections and the candidates. Author Steve Berry talks his latest work, "The Devil's Bible".

Southern University Political Science Professor Albert Samuels is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including upcoming elections and their candidates as well as the latest with Pres. Trump. Grammy-award winning operatic tenor and general director of Opera Louisiane Paul Groves talks the upcoming "Sing & Swing" event. For more information, visit https://www.operalouisiane.com/. Capitalist and author Jonathan Tepper talks his latest work, "Shooting Up".

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various topics including the pardoning of Billy Cannon, the upcoming primary election, and the latest on Trump and EPA's Power. Louisiana developer John Miller speaks on the airlines and the idea of a hub in New Orleans. MLB legend Denny McLain reflects on the life and times of MLB left-hand pitcher Mickey Lolich amid his recent death.

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss various political topics including upcoming elections and recent comments from Pam Bondi. The Advocate's Mark Ballad comments on the latest in local and national politics including the upcoming midterm elections.

Financial advisor Fred Dent joins for his monthly visit and speaks on the market one year into the current administration. The Louisiana Democratic Party's executive director Dadrius Lanus discusses the current state of the democratic party in Louisiana and the upcoming November general election. Dean of Southern Business school Donald Andrews talks academia and innovations at the Southern Business School.

UL System President and CEO Rick Gallot talks the legislature and higher education throughout the state. Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray comments on various political topics including the house senate race and the upcoming midterm election.

Opinion page editor of The Advocate Arnessa Garrett talks the impact of questions and commentary from readers. Associate Professor of Public Relations at the Gaylord College of Mass Communication Jensen Moore talks the winning and losing commercials of Super Bowl LX. Zydeco musician and son of Grammy Award winning Clifton Chenier C.J. Chenier talks his fathers life and legacy and also Clifton's new box set. For more information, visit https://folkways.si.edu/clifton-chenier/king-of-louisiana-blues-and-zydeco.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various political topics including ICE activity in Minneapolis and also the upcoming Congress and Senate elections. Lawyer and former Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana Jay Dardenne talks various topics including elections throughout the country as well as the current state of politics.

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple comments on the insurance crisis throughout the state. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including Washington Post layoffs, the upcoming election, and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks his time as mayor 13 months into his term. Talk Louisiana Host Jim Engster remembers actor Demond Wilson after his recent passing, and pays homage by playing a past interview. Louisiana developer John Miller speaks on his career in development projects in Louisiana and his current project with Spirit Airlines.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into what's new at the library including library funding and Mid City Micro-con. Civil rights activist and politician Gary Chambers comments on various political topics including the Democratic party and the upcoming election.