Talk Louisiana

Veteran basketball player for the Harlem Globetrotters Louis Dunbar talks his life and times throughout the years. General manager at Sullivan's Steakhouse Victoria DeJohn speaks her career and journey to this point. Author Kaye Courington talks her latest work, "Skrim".

Director of Development at Waterways LA Caroline Marston is joined by Executive Director for Waterways LA Emily Mott to discuss the importance of reliable waterways throughout our state. Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown comments on various political topics including congressional redistricting, new Mayor of New Orleans Helena Moreno, and also the latest with Pres. Trump and Israel.

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various topics including the ongoing government shutdown, Pete Hegseth's recent comments, and also the idea of sending National Guard troops to our state.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various political topics including the ongoing government shutdown. Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann speaks on his latest works and also various topics including the implications of the government shutdown.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the latest in politics including the government shutdown and its effects locally and nationally as well as the Trump administration thus far. MLB legend Denny McLain comments on the world of baseball with ongoing the MLB playoffs.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson give their thoughts on the markets during their monthly visit. Author Mark Kram Jr talks iconic boxing match between Ali and Frazier billed "The Thrilla in Manilla" on the 50th anniversary of the bout. Author Brian Boone discusses his latest book "Uncle John's Know It All Bathroom Reader".

Former State Rep Ted James reflects on last years mayoral race and also talks his current career and local and national news. Politician Luke Mixon talks various political topics including the state of the Democratic party in Louisiana and also the upcoming government shutdown.

An encore interview from 2017 remembers German-American physicist Rainer Weiss amid his recent death. Journalist Jane Eisner speaks on her latest work "Carole King: She Made the Earth Move". Leadership team members of Indivisible Baton Rouge Connor Welch and Lisa King give insight into the organization and its work throughout the community. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on various topics.

Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser gives a recap of his trip to Canada, thoughts on an open primary, and events and tourism throughout the state. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges talks various political topics including Jim Kitchens poll, redistricting, and also the upcoming US Senate election.

Personal injury attorney E. Eric Guirard speaks on his law career as well as Jimmy Kimmel and his Charlie Kirk comments. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including the Trump administration thus far, redistricting, and the potential government shutdown.

Recently retired President of the Louisiana AFL-CIO Louis Reine speaks on passing the torch at the AFL-CIO, and various topics focusing on the American labor force. LSU professor Kevin Cope discusses various political topics including political violence, the current administration's attack on higher education, and Jimmy Kimmel's comeback.

Republican Political Consultant Roy Fletcher is joined by columnist and writer Quin Hillyer to discuss various political topics including Charlie Kirk, the upcoming Louisiana primary election, and ABC ending the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel.

Louisiana Lottery's President Rose Hudson gives the latest on the lottery and also whats to come.Executive director of 10,000 Women Louisiana Angela Adkins talks the nonprofit and also the impact of the closing of Planned Parenthood in Louisiana. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster speaks on the recent Charlie Kirk memorial service.

Veteran anchorman George Sells is joined by TV personality and former WBRZ anchorwoman Whitney Vann discuss the world of entertainment as of late with Jimmy Kimmel and Matthew Dowd and their comments regarding Charlie Kirk. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua talks impact of the closing of Planned Parenthood in Louisiana.

Former NFL player Billy Andrews remembers the premier of Monday Night Football, the New York Jets vs the Cleveland Browns 55 years ago and his game winning interception play. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various topics including the cancellation of The Jimmy Kimmel Show and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray discusses her career, politics in Louisiana, and the tragedies that occur due to political violence. Olympian and Republican politician Claston Bernard speaks on his religious philosophy and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Actress and writer Rani Jessica Jain adulates the late Robert Redford and his legacy.

Veteran attorney Lewis Unglesby comments on various political topics including JD Vance's comments on NGO's and Charlie Kirk and also the latest with the US Supreme Court. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers actor Robert Redford.

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore joins us on his birthday to comment on various local and national topics including the killing of Charlie Kirk, environmental issues such as the Smitty's Supply, and also the department of war.

LSU physics professor and observatory head of LIGO Livingston Joseph Giaime talks the 10 year anniversary of the discovery of LIGO and the significant advances throughout the years. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including Pres. Donald Trump and the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

"The Daily" host Rachel Abrams talks her life and career throughout the years and also speaks on several political topics including Charlie Kirk's assassination and the Epstein files. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including the latest at the nation's capital as well as the new LSU arena.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple speaks on all things insurance in Louisiana during hurricane season. Author Thomas Patterson talks his perspective of Huey Long on the 90th anniversary of his death, and reflects upon his biography of Long- "American Populist".

Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller talks various local and national political topics including the latest on the economy as well as the upcoming Invest in Louisiana Policy Conference. For more information and tickets, visit https://investlouisiana.org/event/2025-invest-in-louisiana-policy-conference/. Senior political strategist and partner at Ourso Beychok Trey Ourso speaks on various political topics including thoughts on the political parties, the upcoming primary election, and the Epstein files.

Author and former LSU E.J. Ourso College of Business Dean Richard White Jr talks the life, times, and assassination of Huey P. Long on the 90th anniversary of his assassination. Author Claire Bateman speaks on alleged assassinator of Huey P. Long, Carl Weiss.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various political topics including redistricting in Louisiana, Robert F. Kennedy, and Pres. Trump. Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman talks his recent feud with the university regarding his comments on Talk Louisiana.

Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest on LSU. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including Pres. Trump. troops to New Orleans, and the Epstein files.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson discuss the current state of the markets and their investment philosophies. Musician Rusty Yates reminisces on his career. Rabbi Peretz Kazen talks the upcoming event 505 Days: A Powerful Event with Hostage Survivor Omer Shem Tov. For more information visit: https://www.chabadbr.com/civicrm/event/info?id=298&reset=1

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein speaks on various upcoming events. For more information, visit https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. Political speechwriter and author David Litt speaks on his latest work. "Its Only Drowning" and also comments on various political topics.

Former editor of The Advocate Peter Kovacs speaks on his time as a journalist during the 2005 Hurricane Katrina. Former Mayor of Gretna Ronnie Harris reflects on Hurricane Katrina and its effects in the city of Gretna. Senior Policy Advisor at Invest Louisiana Courtney Foster speaks on the impact and importance of Medicaid throughout our state. Author Paula Saunders talks her latest work, "Starting From Here".

Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser talks Hurricane Katrina on its 20 year anniversary. Former Gretna Mayor Ronnie Harris remembers the city of Greta during Hurricane Katrina. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore reflects on his time and role in the comeback following Hurricane Katrina. Former LSU head football coach Curley Hallman gives his thoughts on the LSU Tiger's season opener against Clemson.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various topics including the recent Minneapolis school shooting, the latest with redistricting, and also whats happening in Washington with Pres. Trump. Legendary New Orleans journalist Garland Robinette remembers his time in 2005 during Hurricane Katrina.

Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish Sid Edwards discusses everything Baton Rouge, including the Thrive Plan. Author Rannah Gray speaks on the sordid past of Scott Rogers on the anniversary of his death. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster offers insights on various past events including natural disasters and elections.

Interim LSU President Matt Lee talks the search for a full-time president as well as the latest at LSU including the new arena. KSLA reporter Caroline Marston recalls a shooting she as well as Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster witnessed this past weekend in Atlanta. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by Republican activist and member of the Republican Central Committee Michael Chittom to discuss various political topic including the latest with Pres. Trump.

Environmental engineer Bob Jacobsen talks Louisiana preparedness for as well as potential effects of this hurricane season. Associate Vice President for Campus Safety, Emergency Preparedness & Emergency Response at LSU Michael Antoine speaks on his role during Hurricane Katrina as a firefighter. Actress and dancer Ruta Lee reflects on her life and career throughout the years. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers best-author Greg Iles.

Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy talks various topics including his move to the Republican party, Pres. Trump, and Louisiana political news. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various topics including Hurricane Katrina and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Candidate for 19th Judicial District Court judge Vicky Jones talks her campaign and candidacy.The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the National Guard in Washington and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Author Jessa Crispin speaks on her new book "What is Wrong with Men: Patriarchy, the Crisis of Masculinity, and (Of Course) Michael Douglas Films Explain Everything". Democratic political strategist Dane Strother talks his mentors- the late Jay Perkins, and his father the late Raymond Strother, and also discusses the current state of the Democratic party.

Attorney Gloria Allred speaks on her representation of the victims of Jeffery Epstein. Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Dr. Faye Williams comments on various political topics including the indictment of New Orleans Mayor Cantrell and protests of Trump's D.C. police takeover.

Louisiana Illuminator reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on local and national redistricting and various topics regarding LSU including former president Bill Tate and his move to Rutgers. Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann talks various topics including LSU's new arena, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, and also the latest on Pres. Trump.

Investigative reporter and editor for The Texas Newsroom Lauren McGaughy comments on Texas Democrats and redistricting. Criminal and immigration lawyer David Rozas talks immigration and Alexandria, LA's staging facility. Biblical scholar Daniel McClellan speaks on various controversial topics and what the Bible says in reference to them.

Writer Jeremy White talks his latest work, "InHumana: An American Healthcare Story". Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by Olympian and Republican politician Claston Bernard to discuss various political topics including Pres. Trump's upcoming meeting in Alaska with Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin.

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea discusses the Trump administration's declaration of federal control of the DC police department. American sportswriter, biographer, and author Jane Leavy talks the life and career of Mickey Mantle on the anniversary of his death.

Metro councilman for District 5 Darryl Hurst comments on various local topics including the recent blight and tire ordinance and his thoughts on the new LSU arena. Democrat Melissa Flournoy is joined by former member of the Louisiana State Senate and Republican John Milkovich to discuss various political topics including Trump's Washington, DC police takeover.

LSU Professor Kevin Cope speaks on several education topics including thoughts on a new LSU president and the latest in higher education under Pres. Trump. Former chancellor of LSU Sean O'Keefe remembers the tragic 2010 Alaska plane crash involving himself and his son as two of the four survivors and also his tenure as chancellor during the Hurricane Katrina. Writer Joseph McBride talks the 1950 film Sunset Boulevard on its 75th anniversary.

Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin comments on various political topics including Bill Cassidy, Pres. Trump, and ICE Centers in Louisiana. Japanese-American, six-time USA National Weightlifting Champion and longtime Baton Rouge resident Walter Imahara reflects on his life and times on the 80th anniversary of the Bombing of Nagasaki.

Lawyer, veteran, and member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing the 88th district Don Scott reflects on his life and also comments on various political topics including the latest in Virginia. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including congressional districts and its effect on Louisiana and also Trump's firing of the the BLS chief.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson give their opposing perspectives on the market, past, present, and future. Community activist Dr. Angelle Bradford and founding member of Tax Busters Elizabeth Sumrall discuss their differing views on current topics such as President Trump, Planned Parenthood, and climate change.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into whats new at the library. Veteran attorney Lewis Unglesby comments on various local and national political topics including Mike Johnson and Pres. Donald Trump.

Republican and former Louisiana State Senator Elbert Guillory talks various political topics including Pres. Trump and Republicans. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua comments on various political topics including the state of the Democratic party and Pres. Trump.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields talks the latest on various political topics including Pres. Trump, Mike Johnson, and Liz Murrill. MLB legend Denny McLain comments on the world of baseball and MLB trade deadline.

Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Dr. Faye Williams talks Pres. Trump's and his comments on Beyoncé and the Kamala Harris campaign endorsement. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including Pres. Trump, the Epstein files, and Texas district reconfiguration.