Talk Louisiana

Longtime educator and community leader Press L. Robinson reflects on his life and times in his latest work, "Pressing Forward". The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest predictions regarding the upcoming presidential election.

Pollsters Bishop George and Dr. Jim Kitchens discuss the accuracy of polls amid the upcoming elections. Lawyer and musical artist E. Eric Guirard speaks on his support for Trump and his musical ventures.

Secretary of State Nancy Landry talks the upcoming election and election security. Robert and Rita Wetta Adams Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Louisiana State University Kevin Cope gives a review on LSU President Bill Tate and also comments on Mike the Tiger's attendance at LSU football games. Entrepreneur, civic leader, and democrat Faye Williams gives her thoughts on black voters and the upcoming presidential election.

Professor in the Kinesiology department at Louisiana State University Jan Hondzinski speaks on the study of motor control and sensorimotor integration and also the impact of Parkinson's Disease. Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil comments on the Louisiana tax structure and Landry's tax plan. Tiger Rag editor and Tiger Rag Magazine host Todd Horne talks the big LSU Tigers win against Ole Miss and also gives his thoughts on Brian Kelly and the Tigers. Architect Eddie Cazayoux talks the small film, "Ancestral Artistry".

Public health policy expert and founder and CEO of Nest Health Dr. Rebekah Gee speaks on the hybrid health care company and its many years of success. Former member of the Louisiana State Senate Elbert Guillory talks his campaign and candidacy for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District. Author at the Louisiana Illuminator Greg Larose comments on LSU's dismantling of the diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

Governor of Louisiana Jeff Landry speaks on his term thus far, his tax reform ideas, and Mike the Tiger's attendance at LSU Football games. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including Landry's tax reform plans and the upcoming presidential election.

Founder of Victoria's Voice and The Save Our Kids Education and Prevention Programs Jackie Siegel talks the impact of the opioid crisis and also the upcoming event Save Our Kids VITAL SIGNS Baton Rouge. For more information visit https://secure.qgiv.com/for/saveourkidsvitalsignsbatonrouge/event/saveourkidsvitalsignsbatonrouge?utm_campaign=BCBSA-BatonRouge-101218. Former LSU basketball player and LSU and BREC board member Collis Temple comments on the importance of the recreational and parks system, and the BREC tax.

Vice President of Development at the LSU Alumni Association Lauren Giffin is joined by former LSU tight end and Director of Development for the LSU Alumni Association Colin Jeter to discuss organization and also The Tiger Nation Challenge. For more information and to donate, visit https://www.lsualumni.org/. Author for the Baton Rouge Business Report Rolfe McCollister comments on issues throughout the Capital City including the BREC operation and its leadership. Author Chris Champagne talks his latest work, Secret Louisiana".

Veteran anchorman George Sells is joined by TV personality Whitney Vann to remember Baton Rouge therapist Nick Abraham and also to talk the impact of the media has on political news including the upcoming presidential election. Candidate for the Public Service Commission - District 2 Nick Laborde gives insight into his campaign and candidacy. Louisiana State Representative Joseph Orgeron talks House Bill 300.

Legal Director for the ACLU of Louisiana Nora Ahmed talks various political topics including the issue of abortion and women's rights and their effect on the upcoming presidential election. President of the Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills comments on local politics and also the 2024 Presidential Election. Author at the Louisiana Illuminator Greg Larose is joined by WRKF Capitol Access Reporter Brooke Thorington to discuss the latest local and national political news including issues on women's health rights, Landry's Free Executive Speech order, and the overhaul of state taxes.

President of the AFL-CIO Louis Reine is joined by Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO Matt Wood to discuss the dockworkers strike and its impact on the labor union and also the upcoming presidential election and it's canidates. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the local and national political topics including the upcoming presidential election and also Landry's plan for tax reformation. Sportswriter Gil LeBreton talks his induction into the LSU Manship School’s 2024 Hall of Fame.

American journalist and writer Craig Unger talks his latest work, "Den of Spies". Financial advisor Fred Dent gives an overview of the markets. Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss the vice presidential debate.

Assistant Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks whats new at the library and also various upcoming events. Baton Rouge City Court Constable Terrica Williams speaks on her job as constable and also the upcoming reelection. Catering Executive Chef Lulu Chustz gives her thoughts on racism throughout the state.

Author and historian Max Boot talks his latest work on 40th President Ronald Reagan, "Reagan: His Life and Legend". Retired police officer and author Ron Stallworth recounts his infiltration of the KKK and also speaks on his work, "The Gangs of Zion". Former MLB player Denny McLain comments on the ongoing baseball playoffs.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser speaks on his latest business endeavors including his current trade mission in India and also comments on various political topics. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including the upcoming presidential election and its candidates. Author at the Louisiana Illuminator Greg Larose is joined by WRKF Capitol Access Reporter Brooke Thorington to discuss the latest in political news.

Longtime WAFB award-winning anchor and reporter Greg Meriwether talks his career throughout the years and also the latest on the world on media. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on local and national political topics including the upcoming elections and also the recent news on Mike Johnson and Clay Higgins.

Louisiana State Representative and candidate for Baton Rouge City Constable Denise Marcelle speaks on her candidacy and upcoming election. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on the latest in Capitol news including the state budget and taxes. Managing Director of Live After 5 Luke Lognion talks the upcoming performance of George Porter Jr. For more information visit- https://downtownbr.org/live-after-five/.

Director of inpatient perinatal for Woman's Hospital Dr. Kelly Cannon is joined by executive vice president of patient care and chief nursing officer at Woman's Hospital Cheri Johnson to speak on the importance of perinatal health and also Louisiana's first inpatient mental health unit for pregnant and new mothers, Woman's PMHU. Founder, president, and CEO of Dialogue on Race Louisiana Maxine Crump talks the idea of racism and the construct of race.

Vocalist Phillip Manuel remembers the lives of four greats in the entertainment industry; Tito Jackson, Sergio Mendez, James Earl Jones, and Frankie Beverly. Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller comments on the latest with tax and budget problems throughout the state.

Member of the Louisiana State Senate and candidate for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District Cleo Fields gives insight into his campaign and candidacy and also comments on various national and local political topics. Author at the Louisiana Illuminator Greg Larose is joined by news director for WWNO in New Orleans and WRKF in Baton Rouge Ryan Vasquez to discuss the latest in politics including the recent comments by Senator John Kennedy.

BetOnline's Sportsbook Brand Manager Dave Mason talks online betting and the 2024 presidential election odds. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf speaks on the idea of weed legalization and also the comments from Richard Nixon regarding marijuana. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on national and political topics including the recent comments from Louisiana Senator John Kennedy. Development Director for Baton Rouge Gallery Gwen Palagi talks the upcoming event, "Movies and Music on the Lawn". For more information, visit https://www.batonrougegallery.org/movies-music-on-the-lawn.

District Attorney Hillar Moore speaks on property tax throughout the state, advancements in technology within the criminal justice system, and the upcoming event "Saving Aziz and Those Left Behind". For more information, visit https://apat.memberclicks.net/savingazizpfpfundraiser#!/. BRSO's Music Director Adam Johnson gives insight into what's new with the Baton Rouge Symphony, including "Opening Night with Olga Kern". For more information, visit https://www.brso.org/event-calendar/24-25openingnight. Former Member of the Louisiana State Senate Marc Morial is joined by Executive Vice President of Insights and Multiplatform Analytics for BET Networks Tiyale Hayes to bring awareness to the importance of National Black Voter Day on September 20th. Author Chris Colbert talks his latest work, "Technology is Dead".

Librarian Amanda Jones speaks on anti-censorship in libraries throughout the state and her latest work regarding this, "That Librarian". Columnist Danny Heitman reflects on his journalism career the impact and importance of libraries, and also the the upcoming library series, "The Bill of Obligations". For more information, visit https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/event/library-series%3A-the-bill-of-obligations-the-ten-habits-of-good-citizens/229006/. Political scientist Nancy Rosenblum talks her latest work, "Ungoverning".

President and CEO of Visit Baton Rouge Jill Kidder talks the latest in local tourism as well as the effect the Super Bowl in New Orleans will have on Baton Rouge. Former Louisiana Congressman Charlie Melancon comments on various local and national political topics including the upcoming presidential election.

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore speaks various topics including the aftermath of Hurricane Francine, this hurricane season, and also comments on the upcoming presidential election. Head of Nungesser Consulting and Republican Sally Nungesser talks the upcoming presidential election and its candidates.

Congressman Troy Carter talks the aftermath of Hurricane Francine and also comments on the recent presidential debate. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on national political topics including the upcoming presidential election and the recent presidential debate in Philadelphia. LSU's first Black football player Lora Hinton talks his football career and also LSU's current football season.

Columnist and writer Quin Hillyer talks the upcoming presidential election and it's candidates and also comments on last night's debate. Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin gives an update on Hurricane Francine. Associate AD of NIL & Strategic Initiatives Taylor Jacobs talks the world of NIL and it's impact on college athletes and also the new Amazon series, "The Money Game".

Istrouma High head football coach and candidate for mayor Sid Edwards talks his decision to run for mayor-president and his campaign. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray comments on the upcoming presidential election, the upcoming presidential debate in Philadelphia and also remembers Baton Rouge attorney Mary Olive Pierson.

Executive Director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Louisiana and Mississippi Chapters Meghan Goldbeck gives insight into the statistics of suicide and also the importance of this Suicide Prevention Month. A representative for Hispanic Heritage Month Discovery Day Robert Freeland speaks on the upcoming holiday and its impact throughout the community. For more information, visit https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/event/discovery-day%3A-celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month/227791/. Louisiana political analyst Ron Faucheux comments on various political topics including the upcoming presidential and mayoral debates.

Former executive director of the Louisiana Democratic Party Stephen Handwerk is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss the November 5th elections including the presidential and its candidates. Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller comments on the Landry administration thus far, the idea of Louisiana and a fiscal crisis, and also the upcoming presidential election.

Commissioner of Insurance of Louisiana Tim Temple talks the insurance crisis, the effects of insurance rates due to hurricane season, and the Louisiana fortified roof program. Former Baton Rouge Advocate reporter George Morris remembers the great Paul Dietzel on what would have been his 100th birthday.

Financial advisor Fred Dent gives an assessment of the markets thus far. Former EBR Parish city council member and founder of The W Consulting Group and Community Builders, Inc. Tara Wicker gives her perspective on abortion rights and it's impact on the upcoming presidential election. The Washington Post's Emily Wax-Thibodeaux talks on men's perspective on reproductive rights by referencing her Washington Post article "A Louder Voice in Fighting Abortion Bans: Men in Red States".

Assistant Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks whats new at the library including the upcoming 85th anniversary of the EBR Parish library, other upcoming events, and also the latest on library cards. Delta College President Billy Clark speaks on his journey to this point and also the importance and impact of Delta College. Pollster Bernie Pinsonat comments on the upcoming presidential and mayoral elections and their candidates.

Former LSU basketball player Jose Vargas reflects on his career at LSU and what he's been up to since. Professor in the Center for Computation & Technology Supratik Mukhopadhyay speaks on the idea revolutionizing chronic disease with AI. Psychiatrist Dr. Melvyn Lurie talks the mind's effect on politics. Veteran anchorman George Sells comments on the upcoming election.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser talks various topics including what's new with tourism throughout the state, hurricane season and the 2025 Super Bowl to be held in New Orleans. Louisiana Lottery's President/CEO Rose Hudson talks the latest with the LA Lottery.

Democratic State Central Committee member Aimee Robinson speaks on the state of the Democratic party in Louisiana and also thoughts on Randal Gaines. Associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Dr. Jeff Sadow is joined by Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf to discuss Louisiana and national politics including Jeff Landry's LSU National Anthem decision and the upcoming presidential election.

Author and Pulitzer Prize winner David Rhode talks his latest work, "Where Tyranny Begins". Community Organizer for the Power Coalition for Equity and Justice Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by her twin sister and community activist Angelle Bradford tp discuss Joshua's speech at the Democratic National Convention and the implications and effects the laws on abortions have on the upcoming presidential election. Author Rannah Gray speaks on Baton Rouge TV show host Scott Rogers on the ten year anniversary of his murder by referencing her book "Familiar Evil".

Emmy award-winning journalist and sports writer Armen Keteyian speaks on his latest work, "The Price : What It Takes to Win in College Football's Era of Chaos". Former state lawmaker, cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana, and Democrat Melissa Flournoy is joined by former member of the Louisiana State Senate and Republican John Milkovich to discuss various local and national political topics including the issue on critical race theory in schools and the upcoming presidential debate and its candidates. Co-founder of Disrupt Ready Henry Hays talk the evolution of AI technology.

Author and editor in chief for Louisiana Illuminator Greg LaRose talks various Louisiana news topics including local politics and also comments on Louisiana treasurer, John Fleming. Author John Ed Bradley speaks on his career and works such as "It Never Rains in Tiger Stadium" and "Restoration". Singer song-writer Peter Himmelman reflects on his life and career throughout the years and also speaks on his latest work,, "Suspended by No String".

Attorney and first Republican woman elected to statewide office in Louisiana Suzanne Haik Terrell talks the funding for Louisiana museums. Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on American politics with the upcoming presidential election and also Kamala Harris' speech at the Democratic National Convention.

Author David Daley speaks on democracy and voters rights by referencing his latest work "Antidemocratic". Public Service Commissioner for District 5 Foster Campbell talks the recent PSC vote and the idea of it being controlled by a conservative majority. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various American political topics including the upcoming presidential election and its effects on Louisiana politics.

Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers sports commentator Jack Buck on what would've been his 100th birthday. Journalist Martin Baron comments on Donald Trump and others by referencing his work, "Collision of Power". Actress, singer, daughter of the great Frank Zappa, Moon Unit Zappa talks her memoir, "Earth to Moon".

Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers sports commentator Jack Buck on what would've been his 100th birthday. Journalist Martin Baron comments on Donald Trump and others by referencing his work, "Collision of Power". Actress, singer, daughter of the great Frank Zappa, Moon Unit Zappa talks her memoir, "Earth to Moon".

Former NPR commentator, poet, and novelist Andrei Codrescu comments on the latest world news with the upcoming presidential election, Republican nominee Donald Trump, Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and the ongoing Democratic Convention. Former Democratic Party chair Katie Bernhardt talks her time as chair and also the ongoing Democratic Convention. Entertainment reporter and author William Keck reflects on his life and times in his latest work, "When You Step Upon a Star".

Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown speaks on various political topics including the upcoming Democratic National Convention with Democratic nominees Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, the upcoming presidential election, and also Brown's latest work regarding his Jerusalem journey, "Jesus, Jews, Jihad & Me". Republican and former member of the Louisiana State Senate Elbert Guillory talks his campaign and candidacy for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District.

Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown speaks on various political topics including the upcoming Democratic National Convention with Democratic nominees Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, the upcoming presidential election, and also Brown's latest work regarding his Jerusalem journey, "Jesus, Jews, Jihad & Me". Republican and former member of the Louisiana State Senate Elbert Guillory talks his campaign and candidacy for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District.

State Representative Mandie Landry gives an assessment of the Legislature and also speaks on other political topics including the upcoming presidential election. The Advocate's Andrea Gallo talks various local topics including the Landry administration thus far and also the idea of executive privilege in Louisiana. Writer Barbara Sims remembers the great Elvis Presley on the 47th anniversary of his death.

Former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper comments on various local news topics including the latest with the metro council, Downtown Baton Rouge and the new LSU Arena. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the latest in the political world with the upcoming presidential election and its candidates. Attorney and media personality Faith Jenkins talks her life and success throughout the years along with her latest endeavors.

Reporter for The New York Times Jere Longman talks his coverage of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Republican Political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor and Democratic blogger Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national political topics including the Jeff Landry administration thus far and the upcoming presidential election and its candidates. Rabbi Peretz Kazen gives insight into the upcoming event on 99-year-old Holocaust survivor Saul Dreier and his life story to be held at Crowne Plaza Executive Center in Baton Rouge. For more information, visit https://www.chabadbr.com/civicrm/event/register%3Fid%3D231.

Attorney and candidate for mayor Ted James talks his campaign and candidacy for the upcoming mayoral election. Louisiana Illuminator reporter Piper Hutchinson speaks on higher education in Louisiana with a pay raise for LSU President William Tate and also Tate's comments on the Olympic Games. Attorney and former Louisiana politician Phil Preis gives insight into what's next following the verdict of the Stanford Trust Ponzi scheme.