Talk Louisiana

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.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon discusses several topics including causality insurance costs as well as his thoughts on running for re-election next year. Author Catherin Musemeche talks her recent book "Lethal Tides".

LSU Geology professor Brooks Ellwood talks his findings on LSU's Indian Mounds being the oldest man-made structure in North America. Louisiana State Representative for District 98 Garey Forster is joined by Southeastern professor and political authority Dayne Sherman to discuss several political topics including recent and upcoming elections and their candidates as well as the verdict of the 2019 killing of Ronald Greene. Musician James Linden Hogg talks his upcoming performance and book signing for his recent book "Finding Faith in the Waste Land" held at Cavalier House Books on December 17th at 2 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.livingstonparishnews.com/comingup/author-musician-to-launch-new-book-at-cavalier-house-books/article_4151694c-7cba-11ed-a134-8bbd544175e2.html.

Sportscaster Tim Brando talks his career throughout the years and also reflects on the career of Mike Leach amid his recent sudden passing. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on several political topics including the upcoming governors election.

Attorney William Most discusses Louisiana keeping prisoners behind bars despite being free and other political topics. Director of the Louisiana Budget Project Jan Moller comments on Public Service Commissioner elect Davante Lewis and gives his thoughts on the upcoming governor election. Cardiology Specialist Dr. Carl Luikart speaks on heart disease amid the recent sudden passing of Mike Leach.

Legal director of the ACLU Louisiana Nora Ahmed talks several issues affecting our state and also comments on the effects of the abortion ban on health care. Jazz vocalist Phillip Manuel talks the start to his career as well as his upcoming Christmas performance at Snug Harbor in New Orleans on December 17th at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.snugjazz.com. General director of Opéra Louisiane Kathryn Frady talks the upcoming production "Amahl and the Night Visitors" on December 17th and 18th at The Manship Theatre. For more information, visit https://www.operalouisiane.com/tickets.

Policy & Compliance Director of Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response (STAR) Morgan Lamandre talks sexual misconduct and its relation to the recent elections and also comments on the recent Shreveport elections and the candidates. Journalist Clancy Dubos talks John Kennedy and the upcoming governors election as well as several other political topics.

Former Metro Councilman and SU Hall of Famer Darrell Glasper is joined by LSU Hall of Famer Rudy Macklin to talk several sports topics including Deion Sanders as well as the release of Brittney Griner. Former LSU beach volleyball players and current AVP beach volleyball members Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss talk the evolution of beach volleyball as well as what's to come with their careers.

Section 1, Division B of the Louisiana 19th Judicial District Court Judge Don Johnson talks his candidacy and campaign in the upcoming runoff election for appeals court seat as well as a few other local political topics. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks what's going on in politics in Washington as well as the recent Georgia election. Executive Producer at Louisiana Public Broadcasting Linda Midgett talks the upcoming documentary "Why Louisiana Ain't Mississippi … or Any Place Else!"

Reporter for The Advocate/The Times-Picayune Tyler Bridges talks the results of the Georgia election as well as several other political topics including John Kennedy and the upcoming mayoral runoff in Shreveport. Executive director of the Manship Theatre Melanie Couvillon talks an upcoming performance December 9th and 10th, "Simply Having a Wonderful Christmas Time". For more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/simply-having-a-wonderful-christmastime. Secretary of State of Louisiana Kyle Ardoin talks this Saturday's election as well as the First Amendment.

Fred Dent of Dent Financial Advisors talks the the current economic state including inflation and the thought of an upcoming recession. Director Nutrition Obesity Research Center, Douglas L. Gordon Chair in Diabetes and Metabolism, Boyd Professor and Associate Executive Director for Clinical Science Dr. Eric Ravussin talks his obesity research and the impact of obesity in America.

Candidate for Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Hunter Greene talks his candidacy and comments on his opponents for the upcoming election. Pollster and political consultant Bernie Pinsonat talks several campaign topics including upcoming elections. Music writer and critic John Wirt is joined by Masahiro Sumori to talk Wirt's book "Huey "Piano" Smith and the Rocking Pneumonia Blues" and Sumori's translation of the book into Japanese.

The show begins with an encore presentation of an interview done with Dick Cheney twenty years ago. BRASS and Circa 1857 owner Luke Lognion talks what's new on Government St. and several upcoming events. Physician and author Michael Stein talks recent book "Me vs. Us: A Health Divided". Children's writer Deborah Wiles talks her latest work "Bobby: A Story of Robert F. Kennedy".

Louisiana Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne talks Louisiana politics and his upcoming LPB documentary "Why Louisiana Ain't Mississippi". The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks what's going on in Washington.

LSU professor Kevin Cope talks what's going on at the university and also comments on the renaming committee and President Tate. The Bayou Brief's Lamar White talks several political topics including the same-sex marriage bill and Nick Fuentes.

Political consultant Michael Beychok talks several political topics including the upcoming Georgia election and the results of the recent midterm elections. Jazz musician Brian Shaw talks his upcoming show back in Baton Rouge, "Cool Winter Nights and Hot Jazz", tonight and tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m. at the Manship Theatre Baton Rouge. For tickets and more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/brian-shaws-cool-winter-nights-and-hot-jazz-2022.

Executive director of the Ports Association of Louisiana Jennifer Marusak talks current developments with the association. Actor and country music singer John Schneider talks his intro into politic s as well as his recent film, "To Die For". Author E.M. Tran speaks on her recent work, "Daughters of the New Year".

Advocate reporter Mark Ballard

Advocate reporter Mark Ballard

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser talks several political topics including his potential candidacy for governor. Republican and former member of the Louisiana State Senate Elbert Guillory talks his potential candidacy for lieutenant governor and comments on the upcoming governors election and other political topics.

Attorney Lewis Unglesby talks what's going on in the legal world and also comments on the new NIL world and the 1986 assassination his former client, Barry Seal. Film historian, biographer, screenwriter, author and educator Joseph McBride talks John F. Kennedy on the 59th anniversary of his assassination. Artistic director of BR Ballet Theatre Molly Buchmann talks several upcoming events. For more information, visit https://batonrougeballet.org/.

Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor and political authority Dayne Sherman to discuss Louisiana politics, including the governor election and potential candidates. American radio show host, author, political commentator, and film critic Michael Medved talks American politics and comments on the 1963 assassination of John Kennedy.

LSU Manship School professor and longtime politico Robert Mann talks what's going on at LSU and also his upcoming book on Huey Long. Longtime Advocate columnist Smiley Anders comments on his column, LSU, and his upcoming 85th birthday. Hollywood acting coach, business trainer and life coach Bernard Hiller speaks on his life and start into the acting coach world.

Pollster and former state law maker Ron Faucheux talks the recent midterm elections and also comments on upcoming elections and candidates. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on several political topics including elections and what is going on nationally.

Member of the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board and executive director 100 Black Men Metro Baton Rouge Dadrius Lanus talks EBR Parish district race, runoffs, and issues within the school system. Louisiana Voice publisher Tom Aswell comments on several political topics including Ted Cruz and the upcoming Louisiana governor election. David Kneipp and Shannon Abney from Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana talk the school readiness tax credit program. For more information, visit getsmartla.org.