Talk Louisiana

Mary Patricia Wray and Jeff Sadow discuss what could be the final day of vote counting before the election is called. Dr. Phebe Hayes, Founder & President of the Iberia African American Historical Society, talks about her work.

Pennington Dr. Tiffany Stewart discusses their work with veterans to promote healthy living and stress management. Vote America National Outreach Director Aisha McClendon celebrates record turnout. The Sage of Louisiana Correspondents Mark Ballard recaps 48 hours of election news.

East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome discusses her runoff reelection effort against former state lawmaker Steve Carter. Political consultant Ray Strother on Democrats remarkable underperformance on election night and whether polls can still be trusted.

Congressman Mike Johnson, Senate candidate Antoine Pierce, Executive Director of the Louisiana Budget Project Jan Moller, and Mayoral candidate Jordan Piazza feature on a packed Election Day program. Plus, Jim predicts a Biden victory.

Darryl Gissel, Chief Administrative Officer for Baton Rouge Mayor Sharon Weston Broome stops by to talk about the state of the city on Election Day eve. Political consultant and brother of Louisiana’s junior Senator George Kennedy surveys the Presidential Race.

Political consultants Roy Fletcher and James Carville give their takes on the upcoming Presidential Election. WRKF station manager Paul Maassen makes his pitch for why you should become a member.

CEO of Acadian Ambulance Richard Zuschlag discusses Louisiana’s recovery from multiple named storms. New Yorker writer Evan Osnos on the life of Joe Biden. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on where we’re at in the battle of the House vs. Governor Edwards.

Conservative commentator Michael Medved discusses the state of the election. State House Republican Chair Blake Miguez on the House petition to end the Governor’s public health emergency.

Dr. E. Faye Williams and Dr. Gene Mills discuss the appointment of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. The Advocate’s Tyler Bridges on the state of the Senate race. Together Baton Rouge’s Maggie Conarro argues against Amendment Five.

Former US Deputy Attorney General Donald Ayer voices his concerns with the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Auburn professor Connor Towne O’Neill discusses the legacy of confederate and pro-slavery monuments in the South. Author James Rollins on his new works of fiction.

World famous tailor Manuel Martinez analyzes how the two presidential candidates presented themselves at last night’s debate. Louisiana Good Roads President Ken Perret asks the question, is the November 3rd ballot just too long? Professor Jean Schroedel discusses voting in Indian country.

Jim talks caller's comments on tonight's presidential debate. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the US Senate race and ammendments.

Baton Rouge DA Hillar Moore discusses another alleged LSU hazing incident and the COVID-linked spike in violent crime. LSU Professor Jerry Ceppos previews the upcoming debate and explains how presidential debate moderation might be the worst job in journalism these days.

Co-founder of Wealth for the Common Good Chuck Collins discusses the US’s rapidly increasing wealth inequality gap. Janet Simmons with Hope Ministries on the dynamics of poverty. Chris Warner on his new book Tailgater’s Guide to SEC Football Volume V.

Libertarian presidential candidate Dr. Jo Jorgensen states her case for why you should vote for her on the November 3rd ballot. Stoneman Douglas AP teacher Jeff Foster explains why we need more citizen involvement in government. Rosemarie Day states the case for why women should lead the fight for universal healthcare in the US.

19th district Judicial candidates Quintillis Lawrence, Joel Porter and Eboni Johnson-Rose drop by to state their case for the job. Investigative reporter Greg Palast discusses voter suppression in the 2020 election. Sarah Smarsh discusses her new book on Dolly Parton.

Eli Lilly COO of Global Marketing Whitney Breaux recounts her battle with breast cancer. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard discusses the ongoing legislative assault on Governor Edwards’ public health authority. Opera Louisiane General Director Leanne Clement previews The Barber of Seville.

Hall of Fame pitcher Denny McLain discusses the upcoming World Series and the Astro’s lack of integrity. Monroe Senator Katrina Jackson explains her support for Amendment One, which touches on abortion. Writer Matt Hart unveils the dark underbelly of Nike running. Mary Stein with the EBR library system celebrates the reopening of book stacks.

Public Affairs Research Council head Robert Travis Scott discusses Amendment Number Five on the November ballot. Clarissa Ward, Chief International Correspondent for CNN, on her new book. Author Brad Meltzer explains why he feels young people need to learn more about the Holocaust and Anne Frank.

General Russel Honoré discusses the need for volunteer work in southwest Louisiana and the Presidential election. The Center for Planning Excellence’s Camille Manning-Broome and Jessica McKelvie-Kemp on the yearly Smart Growth Summit. Professor Howard Frumkin has a new book out Planetary Health.

WRKF Meteorologist Dan Holiday updates us on the status of Delta. US Senate candidate Peter Wenstrup on why he is running to unseat Senator Bill Cassidy. Pelican Institute head Daniel Erspamer discusses the November ballot amendments. Prolific author Lisa Unger drops by to discuss her latest work.

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray reviews the Vice Presidential Debate. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard discusses the sudden resignation of the EBR Superintendent. Historian Kenneth Davis on five of modern history’s most notable dictators.

Political consultant Ray Strother previews the upcoming Vice Presidential Debate and the state of the election just a few weeks out from November 3rd.

Baton Rouge Chamber head Adam Knapp discusses the effects of COVID-19 on BR businesses. Political consultant Roy Fletcher talks about upcoming election and recent mayoral forum. Author Francesca Beauman calls from Great Britain to talk about her new book, “Matrimony, Inc.: from personal ads to swiping right, a story of America looking for love"

Congressman Mike Johnson reviews the President’s health and debate performance. Renowned Louisiana journalist Tyler Bridges on the legacy off the recent departed former Governor Mike Foster. Louisiana Public Health Institute Managing Director Kristie Bardell explains the need for further sex education.

Conservative Intellectual Rod Dreher explains why he feels Christians are under attack by the secular left. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard swings by to update us on whats happening in the special session. Lynne Cheney, wife of Dick Cheney, discusses the Virginian Founding Fathers.

Jim and investigative reporter Dan Moldea review last night’s Presidential debate, the first of three.

Former Baton Rouge Congressman Henson Moore discusses tonight's Presidental debate. Loyola Professor Stan Goldman reviews the legacy of RBG. Dan McAdams talks about The Strange Case of Donald J. Trump.

Quin Hillyer and Melissa Flournoy debate the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court and the P resident’s tax returns. Nick Quested discusses his documentary “Blood on the Wall”, about the journey of a migrant caravan.

Jim updates listeners on the state of the Supreme Court battle and the President's comments concerning a peaceful transition post-election. Writer Richard Grant explores the weird and wonderful town of Natchez, Mississippi. ACLU Louisiana Legal Director Nora Ahmed on her concerns about the upcoming Supreme Court showdown. Tiger Rag’s Ron Higgins on his new book and the start of the football season.

David A. Kaplan explains why the US Supreme Court has gone off the rails over the past fifty years. Mark Ballard previews the upcoming special session. Vox co-founder Matthew Ygleisias makes the case for why we need one billion Americans.

Columnist Stephanie Grace gives her take on the upcoming Supreme Court vacancy battle. Randy Hayden discusses his fight for smoke free music cities. Jody Hanet and Sam Trevathan on the Kid’s Orchestra’s virtual learning opportunities.

Lamar White and Rob Maness debate the selection of a new Supreme Court Justice. Jenee Slocum and Davante Lewis preview their series on dismantling racism. Steven Dudley talks about his book that delves into the origins of MS-13.

Libertarian Dr. Aaron Sigler discusses his efforts to unseat Senator Bill Cassidy in the upcoming election. Country music legend David Frizzell recounts his remarkable career. Movie critic Glenn Kenny reviews the classic Goodfellas in his new book.

Libertarian attorney Mike Wolf and LSU Poli Sci Professor Jeff Sadow debate AG Bill Barr’s performance. Photographer Philip Gould took pictures of every bridge spanning the Mississippi. Todd Snyder on his book about Ali’s hypeman Drew “Bundini” Brown.

New Schools for Baton Rouge CEO Chris Meyer discusses charter schools and Baton Rouge. Rhea Farberman with Trust For America’s health on the nation’s obesity epidemic. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on the latest election plan update.

Famed lawyer Mary Olive Pierson covers a range of topics from St. George to Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Manship School Professor David Stamps discusses the impact of COVID on black Baton Rouge communities. Peter Alsen on his new work of fiction about underground gambling.

WRKF Meteorologist Dan Holiday updates us on Hurricane Sally’s track. E. Faye Williams and Scott Wilfong debate the state of the Presidential Race. Terri Cheney previews her book about living with bipolar.

LSU School of Public Health and Medicine Professor Dr. Rebekah Gee discusses her work as the former head of LDH, and where we stand with the pandemic. UL Lafayette Poli Sci Professor Pearson Cross analyses the state of the Presidential Race. Louisiana Restaurant Association President Stan Harris warns us about the state of the industry.

State Rep. C. Denise Marcelle discusses her run for Mayor. Republican strategist Elizabeth Dent and Democratic activist and STAR head Morgan Lamandre discuss the role of women in the upcoming presidential election.

The great-grandson of Huey P. Long, Russell Mosely, stops by to talk about the Kingfish. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard updates up us on the status of the fall election plan. Colonel Zachary Miller explains the situation on the ground in southwest Louisiana post-Laura.

Christian right leader Ralph Reed gives his thoughts on the Falwell fallout and answers whether or not Jesus was a liberal. Environmental lawyer Erin Brockovich sounds the alarm over America’s impending water crisis. Dr. Emily Ventura warns against giving kids sugar.

Former US Senator Connie Mack discusses his time in office. Reverend Chris Andrews on the role of the state when it comes to marriage. Democratic activist Lynda Woolard states he case for why she should lead the state party.

Legendary comedic writer Carl Reiner passed away in June, we run an older interview with Reiner from eight years ago. Writer Jeff Hobbs on his new book Show Them You're Good: A Portrait of Boys in the City of Angels the Year Before College. Writer Sue Stuart-Smith discusses her book The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature.

Baton Rouge mayoral candidate Councilman Matt Watson explains why he is running for Mayor. Marilyn Stephens, Assistant Regional Census Manager for the 2020 Census for the Atlanta Region on the state’s census progress.

True Colors United Public Policy Director Dylan Waguespack discusses a life spent in Louisiana politics and the party Chair race. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray gives her thoughts on the party Chair race and the future of the state party. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on his weekend column detailing the labyrinthine process voters at risk for COVID must endure to obtain an absentee ballot under a proposed election plan by the Secretary of State.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser discusses Hurricane Laura recovery efforts and the state’s now packed hotels. Former state lawmaker Dan Claitor gives his take on the BR mayor’s race. Poet Joshua Bennett on the mistreatment of African Americans in America.

Local TV legend George Sells discusses reporting in the age of Trump. Charismatic preacher David Diamond explains evangelical support for the President. Grammy nominated Baton Rouge bluesman Henry Turner Jr. talks about his new album and his Baton Rouge anthem.

Head of the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus Dr. Tim Seelig recounts his time as a Baptist preacher. LSU great and Governor’s Council of Physical Fitness Director Rudy Macklin encourages people to drop the Quarantine 15. Lake Charles Nic Hunter updates the audience on his city’s recovery from Hurricane Laura.

General Russel Honore‘ discusses recovery from Hurricane Laura and recent police shootings of Black men. Former White House aide Carter Page explains why he feels he was illegally targeted for harassment by the FBI, CIA, and Obama Administration over alleged ties to Russia. UL Lafayette Professor and Author John McNally on his latest work.