Louisiana's Nuclear Energy Bid, Mitch McConnell Health Questions & Fauci Under Fire

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 31, 2026.We open with Louisiana's bid to become the nation's leader in nuclear energy after being selected by the U.S. Department of Energy as a finalist for a Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus. We break down what the project could mean for the state's economy, jobs, energy future, and why Louisiana may have the political advantage over the other finalists.From there, we cover the Louisiana Supreme Court's decision allowing the elimination of three Orleans Parish judgeships, the latest state employment numbers, and Governor Jeff Landry's appointment of a new state fire marshal.Later, we debate whether winning free beer for a year is really a prize for a Louisiana fisherman, discuss the challenges former inmates face finding work after prison, and explain why private businesses—not government reports filled with political jargon—may hold the real solution.We also take a closer look at the growing questions surrounding Senator Mitch McConnell's extended hospitalization and whether elected officials owe the public greater transparency about their health. Plus, we react to the American Federation of Teachers embracing gender-affirming care policies, count down the most valuable sports franchises in America, and examine why Anthony Fauci continues to face public scrutiny years after the COVID pandemic.All that, plus plenty of laughs, spirited debate, and the stories shaping Louisiana and the nation.May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy.