Talk Louisiana

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.

Jodie Sinclair and husband Billy Sinclair discuss Love Behind Bars: The True Story of an American Prisoner's Wife. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on AG Jeff Landry joining other Republican AGs in an effort to overturn the election results.

State GOP Director of Minority Outreach Elbert Guillory discusses the President’s efforts to overturn the election results and how Trump won a larger than expected share of the Black male vote. Former head of the State Democratic Party Jim Nickel issues a call for a more civil next four years.

The Advocate’s Andrea Gallo updates us on the newest developments in the ongoing sexual misconduct scandal at LSU. Music is Power author Brad Schreiber on the 40th anniversary of John Lennon’s murder.

BRPD Chief Murphy Paul discusses why the city is experiencing its worst crime wave in years. Political analyst and pollster Bernie Pinsonat breaks down the results of the EBR Mayor’s Race and the last days of the Trump Administration.

Attorneys Jimmy Manasseh and Andre Belanger discuss a SCOTUS hearing on whether past non-unanimous convictions should require a trial. Bob Hannaford, founder of a yearly swingers event in New Orleans called Naughty Nawlins, explains why this year’s event became a COVID super spreading incident.

Judge Chris Hester explains why you should vote for him for Court of Appeal. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on why Saturday’s election is expected to see a major drop-off in turnout.

Former Louisiana Planned Parenthood head Melissa Flournoy and Gator PAC Chairman Colonel Rob Maness discuss the President’s reluctance to concede the election.

Associate Administrator for HIV/AIDS Bureau Health Resources and Services Administration Dr. Laura Cheever discusses the advancements in AIDS treatment for World AIDS Day. Council on American-Islamic Relations spokesperson Ibrahim Hooper sounds the alarm about a series of white supremacist posters seen in Caddo-Bossier. West Baton Rouge Superintendent Wes Watts discusses the difficulty of teaching kids during a pandemic. Maddee Helaire, Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire’s sister, drops by for a brief discussion. WRKF GM Paul Maassen pitches listeners on contributing on Giving Tuesday.

Melanie Newkome Jones makes the case for why you should vote for her for Appellate Court Judge. Dustin LaFont discusses Front Yard Bikes. Patricia Peyton argues for more focus on physical intelligence.

Veteran actor Louis Herthum and author Matthew Randazzo V discuss the Audible exclusive audiobook release of Mr. New Orleans. Tyra Banks implores women to vote in the December 5th runoff. Service industry workers Jasman Ellis and Eva Braud on the importance of tipping.

Louisiana culinary historian George Graham discusses some bayou Thanksgiving recipes. Professor Andrew Maynard on his book on futurism “Future Rising”. Renowned actor Hank Garrett tells his life story. MIT Teaching Systems Lab Director Justin Reich explains why technology is no replacement for in-person education.

Judge Darrell White and Libertarian attorney Mike Wolf join Jim to talk about local and federal politics and the presidential election. NYT Best Selling Author Ally Condie on her new book.

Baton Rouge Area Chamber of Commerce CEO Adam Knapp asks listeners to participate in Small Business Saturday this weekend. East Baton Rouge mayoral candidate “Coach” Steve Carter makes his case for why you should vote for him.

UL System President Jim Henderson discusses the difficulties of higher education in the COVID age. The Manship Theatre’s Melanie Couvillon and John Kaufman talk about how the entertainment industry is fighting to stay alive right now. Bill Konigsberg previews his new book about mental health “The Bridge”.

Up first, Jim talks with The Advocate columnist, Smiley Anders, to discuss his recent COVID-19 diagnosis and his many years as a voice in the Capital City. Then, State Representative Clay Shexnayder about the Tax-Free Holiday weekend on Nov. 20-21. Professor Alan Hirsch stops by to discuss the recent presidential election. Jessica Jain from TheaterWorks Hartford closes out this show to discuss the newest production, The Who and The What.

President and CEO of the Louisiana Restaurant Association Stan Harris talks about the current state of the hospitality industry. Then, award-winning journalist Mark Ballard discusses the presidential election.

Up first, Morgan Lamandre, Legal Director with Star Advocates to discuss recent LSU sexual misconduct accusations, Title IX, and how rampant sexual assault is on campuses. Award winning journalist Harvey Wasserman joins Jim to talk about the Presidential election. Rounding out the show will be Lady Carlson with Together Baton Rouge who were major advocates against Amendment 5.

First up on today's show, Glen Guilbeau discusses USA Today's article about LSU mishandling sexual misconduct allegations. Then, State Representative Ted James talks about Congressman Richmond working for Joe Biden. Finally, author Stephen Maitland Lewis joins the show to discuss his new book "Duped" which comes out today.

Up first, Nathan Martin with the Stop the Steal movement, will talk with Jim about the Presidential Election and contesting the results. Then, Lamar White Jr. with Bayou Brief discusses local politics and election results. Finally, Bill Rau from M.S. Rau in New Orleans talks small business.

Up first, Fred Dent, CFA & principal of Dent Wealth Investors and Andy Anderson, President of the firm BF/ Anderson, joins Jim to discuss the financial trends and the effects of the elections. Then, Quin Hillyer, Award winning journalist and Senior Editor for The American Spectator magazine, will discuss the state of the Presidential Election with Jim. Finally, Author Crystal Byrd-Farmer joins the show.

PSC Commissioner Foster Campbell says the Presidential Election is over. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard discusses state news and politics.

Blogger Dayne Sherman, a supporter of the Democratic Party, and GOP Operative Elbert Guillory discuss President Trump’s refusal to concede to President-Elect Joe Biden. Voice of the Valley Dan Borne on postponement of LSU vs. Bama.

Ruta Lee, one of the first female Game Show Hosts, with Alex Trebeck on "High Rollers". Jack Hamilton, Hopkins P. Breazeale Professor of Journalism at the LSU Manship School of Mass Communication, will join Jim to discuss his thoughts on the 28th president Woodrow Wilson. Vastine Stabler discusses Swine Palace’s upcoming virtual program Small Mouth Sounds.

Famed journalist Dan Moldea discusses President Donald Trump’s reelection defeat.