Talk Louisiana

Louisiana Chemical Association CEO Greg Bowser discusses the industry under the Biden Administration. Lloyd Wills, the first Black athlete at LSU, on his experience on the track team. Independent Institute fellow John Goodman says Obamacare needs more market reforms.

Former NPR host Diane Rehm on her advocacy for right to die. Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell on the historic failure of the Texas power grid.

LSU Comms Professor Judith Sylvester on making LSU a smoke-free campus in more than just name only. Former BR Councilwoman Donna Collins-Lewis on the violence plaguing Baton Rouge.

Columnist Clarence Page discusses Rush Limbaugh’s death and The Advocate’s Mark Ballard details the ongoing power woes related to this historic winter weather.

Former LA Farm Bureau President Ronnie Anderson on his career and battle with COVID. Blue Cross Chief Economist Mike Bertaut discusses pandemic healthcare.

Maika and Maritza Moulite detail their new book about racial injustice One of the Good Ones. Ernie Gremillion gives his take on what happened the day Huey Long was killed. Author Jenny Lecoat on the Nazi occupation of the Channel Islands.

Investigative reporter Dan Moldea discusses the second Trump impeachment trial. Former State Climatologist Jay Grymes on the historic ice storm battering Baton Rouge.

LSU Board of Supervisors current member Collis Temple and former member Rolfe McCollister discuss the future of Rouses’ business with LSU. Mary Stein with the EBR Library System on how the system will celebrate Black History Month.

Professor Marvin Broome, first gentleman of Baton Rouge, drops by to share the story of how he ended up marrying Mayor-President Sharon Weston-Broome. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on Senator Cassidy’s surprise impeachment vote.

Conservative columnist Quin Hillyer and former conservative State Senator Dan Richey discuss the ongoing impeachment trial and whether Black Lives Matter and Antifa were responsible for the January 6th Capitol Hill Riot. Famed journalist Olivier Knox on the legacy of the Trump Years.

Former Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell discusses his new life as a literacy advocate. Egyptian political satirist Bassem Youssef tells us how he went from heart surgeon, to Middle Eastern TV icon, to living in L.A. Reverend Bill Nash on the life and influence of Congressman Otto Passman.

University of Oklahoma Professor Jensen Moore runs down this year’s Super Bowl ads. The Advocate’s Andrea Gallo on being sued by AG Jeff Landry. Author Kimberly Willis Holt on her latest work.

Reverend Reginald Pitcher and Dianne Andrews discuss Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ascendance as a public figure. Lamar White of the Bayou Brief analyzes the state Congressional Delegation’s adherence to Trumpism. Author Judith Little previews her book about the life of Coco Chanel and her sister into the 20s.

Greg LaFleur tells his story that took him from LSU to the NFL and ultimately to being Southern’s AD before a scandal ended his career. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard runs down the week in news.

Financial gurus Andy Anderson and Fred Dent discuss the state of the stock market in the opening days of the Biden Administration. Democratic candidate for Congress Sandra “Candy” Christophe explains why she should represent the 5th District. Statistician Tim Harford on how to see through faulty statistics.

STD expert Dr. Ina Park advocates for breaking the taboos keeping people from discussing the downsides of intimacy. Southern Business School Dean Donald Andrews gives his take on Biden’s push for a 15 dollar an hour federal minimum wage.

State Representative Jack McFarland advocates for a gas tax. John Lewis and Sonja Wiley discuss their work on a commission designed to address racial inequality in Baton Rouge.

WBRZ weatherman Pat Shingleton drops by on his last day on the job. Climate reporter David Pogue discusses how to convert climate change deniers and more.

NYT finance writer Ron Lieber on the real cost of college. Baton Rouge General’s Dr. Henry Barham on taste tests and COVID. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin discusses purchasing new voting machines.

We run a 2013 rebroadcast of an interview with legendary broadcaster Larry King, who passed away at the age of 87. Louisiana Family Forum President Gene Mills discusses the Trump impeachment and whether the election was fairly won by Biden. Craig Unger argues President Trump was a KGB asset.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser updates us on the state of tourism in Louisiana. Advocate Editor Peter Kovacs on the paper’s editorial approach to the Biden Administration.

Attorney Lewis Unglesby breaks down Trump’s upcoming impeachment trial. Gabriel Bump, winner of the Ernest Gaines Award for Literary Excellence discusses his book.

Democratic blogger Dayne Sherman and conservative activist Colonel Rob Maness discuss whether Joe Biden is a legitimate president. Southern Poli Sci Chair Albert Samuels and LSU Vice Provost for Diversity Dereck Rovaris preview an upcoming forum about HBCUs and PWIs.

In the first half of today's program Mark Ballard memorializes his wife and legendary former WAFB anchor Donna Britt, who passed away this morning. Gary Lewis discusses his life as a popstar and time in Vietnam.

Kenesha Antoine and Carolyn Hill discuss the impact of Vice President Kamala Harris’ inauguration. Ray Strother recounts Joe Biden’s long road to the White House.

Famed lawyer Gloria Allred discusses President Trump’s potentially problematic legal future. The Advocate’s Tyler Bridges analyses the thought process behind Congressman Scalise’s continued support for the President.

EBR Coroner Dr. Beau Clark gives a break down on where the parish’s fatalities came from in 2020. Pastor Raymond Jetson discusses the ideology behind the January 6th Capitol Hill riot.

Ed Cullen, formerly of the Advocate, looks at writing in the Baton Rouge region. Pastor Tony Spell discussess his church's activties and his ongoing legal battle with state and local officials. Jael Holmes from Tara High explains their unique new computer science college prepatory course.

Longtime Democratic activist E. Faye Williams discusses the Democrats impeachment of President Donald Trump. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard analyses the LA GOP Congressional Delegation’s no votes on impeachment.

Lamar White of the Bayou Brief and former Louisiana Planned Parenthood head Melissa Flournoy discuss President Trump’s second impeachment. Livingston Parish favorite, Actor John Schneider updates us on all the happenings at his Holden based film studio, and entertains Jim’s queries about a potential run for office.

Wall Street Journal Print Editor Alex Martin runs down the barnstorming start to 2021. EMILY’s List President Stephanie Schriock celebrates President-elect Kamala Harris.

Democrat Mary Patricia Wray and Republican Scott Wilfong spend the hour discussing election fraud, the Capitol Hill Mob, and the 2022 Louisiana Senate race.

Investigative reporter Dan Moldea discusses Wednesday’s mob assault on the US Capitol, just blocks away from his home. Mike Wolf throws cold water on the idea that the President could be removed from office before Inauguration Day.

Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell discusses the pro-Trump mob assault on the US Capitol. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on how LA’s delegation voted for certification.

Baton Rouge DA Hillar Moore discusses the huge spike in crime for 2020. Ara Rubyan previews this year’s BR Jewish Film Fest. Marissa King discusses her new book on more effective organizational communication.

WAFB anchor Matt Williams discusses a long year in local news and his early morning routine. Southern Poli Sci Chair Albert Samuels analyzes how the LA GOP Congressional delegation is approaching the certification vote. Author Sharon G. Flake on the follow-up to her bestselling book.

Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness & Sports head Rudy Macklin gives tips for keeping your New Year’s weight loss resolution. Conservative columnist Quin Hillyer on President Trump’s desire to find 11,000+ votes in Georgia. Baton Rouge Bluesman Henry Turner Jr. on his new ode to Saints fans.

The Advocate’s Mark Ballard wraps up an eventful 2020. Dr. Allan Lichtman on his technique for predicting presidential wins.

Chief Advocate editorial writer Lanny Keller discusses the shocking death of Congressman-elect Luke Letlow from COVID-19. Louisiana Voice publisher Tom Aswell discusses his new book.

Baton Rouge’s beloved horticulturalist Walter Imahara discusses his internment during WW2. Actor Louis Herthum gives his thoughts on the Kennedy assassination.

Jan Swift guest hosts today’s program. BESE member Dr. Holly Boffy discusses the challenges of educating kids in the COVID age. Former lawmaker Julie Stokes talks about her new women’s organization Ellevate Louisiana.

Music and Film critic John Wirt talks about his favorite Christmas tunes and some interesting upcoming movies. Baton Rouge Bishop Michael Duca discusses how the church is handling the holidays. Michael Stein previews his new book “Broke”.

BR Chamber head Adam Knapp discusses the new COVID relief bill. E. Faye Williams and Jeff Sadow square off for a left vs. right debate of the President’s final days in office and what comes next.

Stanford Genome Technology Center Director of Translational Medicine Dr. Ami Mac discusses the potential long term health impacts of contracting COVID-19. You can read Dr. Mac's study on the issue here.

Together Baton Rouge Leader Maggie Conarro discusses the group’s recent electoral success and the recent election. Perry Greco talks about the family business and the Greco legacy.

Pennington Biomedical’s Dr. Owen Carmichael discusses an upcoming study that asks why some people benefit from exercise more than others. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on Gov. Edwards’ response to AG Landry’s support of an election lawsuit.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser discusses the Lauren Daigle/Mayor Cantrell ABC New Year’s Eve controversy. LaPolitics.com Publisher Jeremy Alford on the history of the state constitution. FTC representative Rosario Mendez discusses holiday scams.

Retired Marine Major General Ron Richard discusses his service and time as the head of TAF. Viki Mayk on her new book about the tragic life of football player Owen Thomas, and the CTE he suffered.

Advocate columnist Stephanie Grace discusses the GOP’s concerns about the validity of the election results. Mark Calvit makes a brief appearance to talk about meeting the recently departed country music superstar Charlie Pride at an airport. Cleveland Clinic Doctor Michael Roizen gives his tips for living to 100 and touts his new cookbook.

Dr. Cyril Wecht details just a few of the iconic investigations he’s played a role in from JFK to OJ. Libertarian activist Mike Wolf discusses a legal effort to overturn the Presidential Election results. Songwriter Aimee Mayo on her journey from small town Alabama to a major player in Nashville.