Talk Louisiana

Actor and film producer Louis Herthum speaks on his life and career throughout the years as well as his interest in the Kennedy assassination. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the latest with Trumps appointing Gov. Landry as special envoy for Greenland.

Former mayor-president of Baton Rouge Sharon Weston Broome talks her time in Louisiana politics as well as the current state of affairs in East Baton Rouge Parish. Award-winning journalist Clarence Page comments on various topics including the latest with Pres. Trump.

Columnist and writer Quin Hillyer comments on various topics including the latest in politics with Pres. Trump and also LSU and Tulane. Attorney William Most talks his ongoing case representing former metro councilman Darryl Glasper regarding LSU's arena plan.

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including ICE activity throughout the state and upcoming events. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump. General Manager and President of WRKF Paul Maassen speaks on public broadcasting funding and the ongoing pledge drive.

Former Editor of The Advocate and The Times-Picayune Peter Kovacs discusses the current state of journalism in the United States. Executive Director of the Atchafalaya Basinkeeper Dean Wilson and attorney for Atchafalaya Basinkeeper Brennan Spoor talks their lawsuit against the Atchafalaya Basin Program featuring additional commentary from the President of the Louisiana Crawfish Producers Association West Avery Theriot, and Scientist and former Deputy Director of the LSU Hurricane Center Ivor van Heerden.

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on latest in national news including shootings in Australia and Brown University and also the murder of Rob Reiner. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers film director Rob Reiner and also plays an encore interview from his father, Carl Reiner.

Former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by former state lawmaker Garey Forster to discuss various topics including the latest with Pres. Trump, the upcoming senate election, and also recent breaking news stories.

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges talks various topics including Sen. John Kennedy, his NY Times best selling book, and also the upcoming election. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump.

Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Faye Williams talks her latest honor of Queen Mother in Accra, Ghana and also comments on the latest in politics with Pres. Trump. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks local and national political topics including Bill Cassidy's recent health proposal.

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump and the upcoming primary election.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives her final EBR Library update of the year as we prepare to roll into 2026. For more info on library events visit: https://www.ebrpl.com/ Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman and Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong speak on their opposing political perspectives after a fond remembrance of Sammy Davis Jr. by Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster.

Executive director of Real Reform Louisiana Ben Riggs talks the insurance crisis throughout our state. Music and film critic John Wirt remembers Sammy Davis Jr. and Jim Morrison. Reporter for The New York Times and author Ken Belson talks his latest work, "Every Day Is Sunday".

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields talks various political topics including Texas redistricting, the upcoming election, and the latest on Pres. Trump. Republican and former Louisiana State Senator Elbert Guillory remembers civil rights activist Jamil Abdullah al-Amin (Rap Brown) amid his recent passing.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including federal troops throughout our state and also the latest with Pres. Trump. District Attorney and chair of the Southern University System Board of Supervisors Tony Clayton comments on new SU football coach, NFL Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk and new LSU football coach, Lane Kiffin.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson give their perspective on the past and current markets as we prepare to say farewell to 2025. Professor of law and author Bernadette Atuahene reflects on racial injustice when it comes to housing in America and speaks on her new book "Plundered: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Home". President and CEO of Strada Education Foundation Stephen Moret fondly remembers former President and Chancellor of LSU William Jenkins.

Renowned tailor Manuel Martinez comments on the fashion choices of new LSU coach Lane Kiffin and new Southern coach Marshall Faulk and also Trump's comments on airport attire. President and CEO of Build Baton Rouge Deidre Robert speaks on the importance and impact of the organization in our community as well as whats new. Journalist and author Ace Atkins talks football and also his latest work, "Everybody Wants to Rule the World".

Secretary of State Nancy Landry talks various political topics including the upcoming election. Vice president of Tiger Rag Magazine Todd Horne is joined by editor of Tiger Rag Magazine Glenn Guilbeau to comment on the latest LSU news with new coach Lane Kiffin. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami remembers singer Lou Rawls on what would have been his 92nd birthday and also talks the life and times of film maker and actor Woody Allen on his 90th birthday.

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including the upcoming election and tourism throughout the state. Actor, writer, and political commentator John Fugelsang talks his latest work, "Separation of Church and Hate". President of Highland Coffees Clarke Cadzow reflects on the success of the coffee shop 35+ years running.

The Advocate's Jan Risher comments on the latest in local news. Editorial cartoonist Fred Mulhern talks his career throughout the years and also the world of editorial cartoons. Clinical psychologist Dr. Chloe Carmichael speaks on her latest work, "Can I Say That". Musician and author James Linden Hogg talks their latest works as well as upcoming holiday performances.

Former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper remembers his neighbor, civil rights activist, H. Rap Brown. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the latest with Trump and his comments on Illinois governor, and also the latest on the Ukraine.

Minister and Executive Director of Non-Profit at Jubilee Pioneers Reverend Chris Andrews talks his philosophy on civil rights and remembers the late civil rights activist Jamil Al-Amin (Formerly known as H Rap Brown). Author Fred Reggie speaks on his book "Tell Me: How to Initiate and Nurture Meaningful Conversations with Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime".

Political Consultant Mary Patricia Wray talks various local and national political topics including the upcoming election and the Epstein files. Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest LSU news.

Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin talks various political topics including the latest in the world of Trump. Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown comments on local and national politics and also remembers John F. Kennedy 62 years since his assassination.

Manger of Indian Hills Nudist Park Tim Kraemer gives insight into the ins and outs of the park. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the latest on the Epstein files and Texas congressional redistricting.

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple comments on the insurance crisis in the state as well as this past hurricane season. Talk LA host Jim Engster talks the latest on various political topics including the Epstein files and the Texas congressional map. Principal & President of CSRS Tim Barfield is joined by Planning & Resilience Practice Lead of CSRS Mark Goodson talks their work on the LSU Lakes restoration project.

Data analyst and mathematician James Finney endeavors to scrutinize the unbalanced representation on local school boards. General Director at Opera Louisiane Paul Groves promotes their upcoming event featuring Lisette Oropesa. For more information, visit- https://www.operalouisiane.com/ Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Revenue Richard Nelson talks taxation in Louisiana. Political consultant Michael Beychok speaks on the voters recent shut down of the Thrive plan at the polls.

Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the recent Thrive tax results and the latest with the Epstein files. Talk Louisiana remembers former president of the Shaw Group and former chair of the Louisiana Democratic Party Jim Bernhard.

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various local and national topics including Pete Hegseth's comments and the government shutdown. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges talks various topics including Clay Schexnayder and Gov. Landry's running for reelection.

Governor of Louisiana Jeff Landry talks the latest in local and national news with the government shutdown and LSU. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the ending of the shutdown as well as the latest regarding the Epstein files.

Civil rights attorney, activist, and author Gloria Browne Marshall discusses various political topics and her new book "A Protest History of the United States". Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein speaks on the importance of the upcoming vote for the Thrive EBR partnership. Musical artist David St. Romain shares details on the upcoming Songs of Survivors workshop for veterans. For more information, visit- https://sosmusic.org/sos4vets-signup/.

President and CEO of the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank Elizabeth Pfifer speaks on the importance of organization and the impact of the cutting of SNAP benefits. Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest LSU news. Writer and the late Norman Mailer’s archivist and authorized biographer J. Michael Lennon remembers writer, journalist, and World War II veteran, Norman Mailer and talks his novel, "The Naked and the Dead".

Major General Ronald G. Richard talks the 250th anniversary of the US Marine Corps., his time during service as well as the latest at LSU. Japanese-American, six-time USA National Weightlifting Champion and longtime Baton Rouge resident Walter Imahara reflects on his life and times.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various political topics including congressional redistricting, the ongoing government shutdown, and the results of Tuesday's election. Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell talks on the new North LA Meta development and his prediction regarding Brian Kelly.

President/CEO of the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge Jonathan Grimes is joined by veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami to talk the upcoming River City Jazz Masters performance by ARTEMIS. For tickets and more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/river-city-jazz-masters-artemis and use code ENGSTER50 for discount off your ticket purchase. They also speak on Johnny Rivers amid his upcoming 83rd birthday. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on local and national political topics including this election week and the Democratic party.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson speak on their differing philosophies on the markets and investments. District Attorney Hillar Moore sheds light on the upcoming Thrive EBR proposal. Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana Shannon Abney shares information about Volunteers of America and the importance of uplifting the most vulnerable members of our community.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks the Thrive proposal and also gives insight on upcoming events at the library. Political consultant George Kennedy comments on the world of political consulting and also various political topics. Writer, researcher, and cultural analyst Ashley Farmer talks her latest work, "Queen Mother".

Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish Sid Edwards talks the latest in Baton Rouge including the upcoming tax initiative election. Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on various topics including the ongoing government shutdown, congressional redistricting, and the latest with the Trump administration. Managing Artistic Director at Swine Palace and LSU Theatre Vastine Stabler is joined by actress Christine Saenez to speak on the upcoming show, "Miss Bennett: Christmas at Pemberley". For tickets, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/theatre/events/2025-26_season.php.

Jefferson Parish President and co-chair of NACo's task force Cynthia Lee Sheng talks the committee and its work with FEMA. Political scientist and author Thomas Patterson speaks on his upcoming appearance at the Louisiana Book Festival for his book, "American Populist". Former LSU President King Alexander comments on the latest at LSU. Former LSU basketball coach Dale Brown is joined by former LSU basketball and NBA player Rudy Macklin on Brown's 90th birthday.

The Baton Rouge State Fair president Cliff Barton gives details on the final days of the fair. For more information, visit https://www.gbrsf.com/. Director of The Louisiana Book Festival Robert Wilson speaks on the features and exhibitors of the upcoming festival. For more information, visit https://www.louisianabookfestival.org/. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including Jeff Landry's comments regarding LSU, redistricting, and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson.

Political Consultant Mary Patricia Wray talks politics in Louisiana and nationally. Former professional baseball player Denny McLain discusses his career and the 2025 MLB World Series. Director of policy and advocacy for Crescent Care Sarah Jane Guidry speaks on the cut to medical premium tax credits and the impact it will have on the cost of health care in Louisiana.

Section 1, Division B of the Louisiana 19th Judicial District Court Judge Don Johnson gives his thoughts on congressional redistricting in our state. Vice president of Tiger Rag Magazine Todd Horne is joined by editor of Tiger Rag Magazine Glenn Guilbeau talks the latest LSU new with the recent firing of head football coach Brian Kelly and the search for a new head coach.

Magazine editor, columnist, and author Danny Heitman talks his career throughout the years and also his work with Phi Kappa Phi's magazine, "The Forum. State Archivist at Louisiana Secretary of State Dr. Florent Hardy speaks on his life and times and his latest work, "A Brief History of The University of Southwestern Louisiana 1900 to 1960". Author Tom Clavin talk his latest work "Running Deep".

Longtime politico James Carville comments on various local and national political topics including upcoming elections, the ongoing government shutdown, and the Trump administration. MLB legend Denny McLain talks the latest in sports including Chauncey Billups and the upcoming opening of the World Series.

Talk Louisiana plays and encore interview with lawyer and personal legal adviser, fixer, confidant, and close friend to Johnny Carson, Henry Bushkin on Carson's 100th birthday. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the upcoming special session and the ongoing government shutdown.

Executive director of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller speaks on the government shut down and it's potential effects on the state of Louisiana. President and CEO of Capital Area United Way George Bell talks community organization and the United Way's upcoming event "Jambalaya Jam". For more information, visit here- https://www.cauw.org/jamjam Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives for District 29 Edmond Jordan discusses the Supreme Court's upcoming decision on congressional redistricting.

Historian and author Diane Ravitch talks her latest work, "An Education: How I Changed My Mind About Schools and Almost Everything Else" and also comments on the dismantling of the Department of Education. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf comments on various political topics including the upcoming special session regarding redistricting and the latest with the U.S. military.

Author and film producer Essie Chambers speaks on receiving the Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence for her debut novel, "Swift River". Campaign manager for Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks economic developments under the Landry administration. Vice president of Tiger Rag Magazine Todd Horne is joined by editor of Tiger Rag Magazine Glenn Guilbeau comment on LSU head football coach Brian Kelly and the season thus far. Owner of the women-only, alcohol-free club designed for women 25 and older, "The 5 to 9 Club", Alyssa Lundy talks the start and inspiration behind her business.

Owner and publisher of The Advocate John Georges talks his life and career as well as the story of him saving the life of guitarist and singer Peter Frampton. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various topics including the upcoming special session regarding redistricting. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by Republican and former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss local and nation political topics.

Karen Rowley speaks on her involvement with the St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery and their upcoming event, "Come Meet the Saints & Sinners of St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery". For more information, visit https://www.saintjosephcemeterybr.org/. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including redistricting and the ongoing government shutdown. District 5 Metro Councilman Darryl Hurst talks the revitalization of Plank Road.

Former columnist and political editor at the Gambit in New Orleans Clancy Dubos offers comments the newly elected mayor of New Orleans Helena Moreno and other political topics. Former Louisiana state representative Woody Jenkins discusses the proposed entertainment arena and the increased LSU campus tax. Journalist and activist Lamar White speaks on his book titled "The Original Gangster: The American Saga of Carlos Marcello" and various political topics. General manager of WRKF and WWNO Paul Maassen talks his philosophy of public radio and the importance of the current member drive. We always appreciate your support! More information here- https://www.wrkf.org/all-the-ways-to-support-wrkf