Talk Louisiana

Member of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and executive director of the LA Democratic Party Dadrius Lanus is joined by columnist and writer Quin Hillyer to discuss the latest in politics including Pres. Trump's recent address and the upcoming midterm elections. LSU's first All-American QB and NFL star Bert Jones talks his football career and the retiring of his jersey.

Veteran journalist and co-founder of Red Eye JR Ball talks the latest in local news including City Park Golf Course, and community pools. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the upcoming midterm elections and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks a variety of city subjects including cleaning up blight and crime. Public affairs specialist for the US Small Business Administration Michelle Genovese is joined by media relations specialist for FEMA Nate Custer to expound upon their work involving disaster relief for parishes affected by tropical storm Arthur. Southern University professor of political science Albert Samuels discusses political topics including the trials amidst the aftermath of redistricting.

The Advocate's Patrick Sloan-Turner speaks on the latest in local news including the indictment of Liz Murrill, and Tony Spell.Vice President and Executive Editor of Tiger Rag Todd Horne joins Sloan-Turner to comment on the new LSU arena and Bayou Fountain Economic Development District. Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann talks various political topics including the death of Lindsey Graham and Louisiana State Sen. Larry Selders, and also the latest on Pres. Trump and Mitch McConnell.

Author Chuck Klosterman talks his life and career over the years and also his latest work, "Football". Veteran attorney Lewis Unglesby talks the start to his career and work over the years and also comments on the latest in the political world. Executive director of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana and author Frank Perez talks speaks on his latest work, "Café Lafitte in Exile". 

Longtime politico James Carville talks various topics including the war in Iran, the upcoming midterm elections, and also the replacement of Graham Platner as Maine's Democratic nominee. Journalist and author Leo Honeycutt reflects on the life and times of the 50th Governor of LA, Edwin Edwards. Democratic Political Consultant Mary Patricia Wray and associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow chime in on Edwin Edwards and also discuss the latest in local and national politics including upcoming midterm elections and the candidates.

Former state lawmaker Garey Forster talks the latest in local political news including Orleans criminal court judges recusing themselves from the indictment of Liz Murrill. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national politics including the upcoming midterm elections and Maine Democratic senate candidate Graham Platner.

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf and Republican activist and member of the Republican Central Committee Michael Chittom debate their opposing political philosophies in regards to current political topics. Real estate professional Jerry Del Rio comments on the present conditions of the real estate market. Former professional baseball player Denny McLain talks his storied career and the current state of the league.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into what's new at the library including the recently approved millage continuation. Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman and activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua to discuss various political topics including allegations against Graham Platner, recent Supreme Court decisions, and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil speaks on the results of the recent legislative session and also ongoing local and statewide projects, including the USS Kidd. LSU's Communications Director and Associate Athletics Director Michael Bonnette comments on LSU and the general changes in college athletics. Family medicine Dr. Ericka Flood and GaitWay Therapeutic Horsemanship board member Joile LeBlanc talk the impact and importance of the local nonprofit organization. For more information, visit https://www.gaitway.org/.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on the latest in politics including the indictment of Attorney General Liz Murrill, recent Supreme Court decisions, and the upcoming senate election. Polling analyst Ron Faucheux speaks on various political topics including the 250th anniversary of the United States, upcoming elections, and the indictment of Liz Murrill.

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple gives an recap of the recent legislative session and also talks insurance throughout the state amid hurricane season. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the results of the recent Senate election, Bill Cassidy, and Pres. Trump.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson share their investment philosophies and give their monthly update on the markets. Democratic politician and former Secretary of the Louisiana DOTD Shawn Wilson discusses topical political topics such as the supreme court upholding birthright citizenship, and closed versus open primaries.

Journalist and activist Lamar White comments on the latest in politics including the Nov. 3rd runoff Senate race, recent Supreme Court decisions, and Pres. Trump. Former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper speaks on various topics including the recent altercation involving Central Pastor Tony Spell and his neighbor, the results of the recent Senate race, and the Supreme Court decisions.

Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann comments on the latest in politics including the recent primary election and Pres. Trump. Republican Political Consultant Roy Fletcher talks the results of the recent primary election and its candidates.

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser talks the latest in tourism throughout the state and his opposition to the closed primary election. Former Louisiana lawmaker Troy Hebert is joined by state representative and chairman of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus Edmond Jordan to discuss various local political topics including the upcoming primary runoff and its candidates.

Talk LA host Jim Engster talks various politic topics including the recent Capitol Hill lunch. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including Sen. Cassidy and Pres. Trump's recent exchange and the upcoming Senate election. Former LSU basketball, NBA player, and director of the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Rudy Macklin remembers LSU's first black coach Ron Abernathy amid his recent death.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein sheds light on the East Baton Rouge Parish library's dedicated millage, which is on the ballot this weekend- June 27th, 2026. Don't forget to vote! Sportswriter Gil LeBreton speaks on his storied career and his upcoming induction into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman talks his upcoming retirement from Southeastern and pertinent political topics.

Retired associate professor and the LSU Manship School Judith Sylvester comments on the evolution of journalism throughout the years and also her work in making LSU a smoke-free campus. Former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss the upcoming Louisiana senate election and its candidates.

NAACP State President Michael McClanahan comments on the boycott against congressional redistricting. Democratic US Senate Candidate Jamie Davis talks his campaign and candidacy amid the upcoming runoff election.

Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry Mike Strain speaks on the Farm Bureau and also the effect of the war in Iran and tariffs on the farming industry. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on the upcoming primary election and its candidates. Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Gary Crockett talks his campaign and candidacy in the upcoming runoff election. Communications Director at Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation Louisiana Avery Davidson talks the 104th Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation Convention.

Executive director of Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks the current state of the economy under Pres. Trump. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including Pres. Trump, the war in Iran, and also upcoming elections.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards discusses all that is happening in the city including pay raises and the initiative to clean up blight around BR. Veteran journalist JR Ball talks independent news venture "Red Eye", and speaks in depth on the City Park golf course.

Columnist and writer Quin Hillyer is joined by member of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and executive director of the LA Democratic Party Dadrius Lanus to discuss various political topics including upcoming elections and the parties. LSU professor Kevin Cope announces his retirement from LSU and also comments on the latest in politics including the recent UFC fight at the US Capitol.

State Representative Mandie Landry comments on various political topics including the recent legislative session and the current state of the Democratic party. Louisiana Public Service Commissioner for District 1 Eric Skrmetta talks his roll as a PSC, the upcoming Meta data center in Richland Parish, and other local political topics.

Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including the last with Pres. Trump. Chief Executive Officer of Nest Health Rebekah Gee talks her organization and also gives her view on healthcare in America.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in national politics including the upcoming runoff elections, the midterm election, and Pres. Trump. Assistant professor in the Jepson School of Leadership Studies at the University of Richmond Lauren Nicole Henley talks her latest work "Inquisition for Blood".

Former Editor of The Advocate and The Times-Picayune Peter Kovacs gives his perspective on the current state of journalism and talks various political topics.

Member of the Louisiana State Senate from the 15th district Regina Barrow comments on the recent legislative session and also the upcoming Flag Day event celebrating it's 250th year. Executive director of CASA Dalton Kuehn is joined by marketing and outreach director for CASA Allison Traxler speak on the impact and importance of the organization. Journalist and publisher of Louisiana Voice Tom Aswell talks his latest work, "The Dinosaur Club".

Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Faye Williams reflects on her life and times by referencing her latest work "This Is Me". American investigative reporter, author and film director Jason Berry talks his career throughout the years in his latest work, "Conversations with Jason Berry".

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields talks the Supreme Court's decision regarding congressional redistricting and the elimination of one of the state's two majority-Black congressional districts. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on the latest world news including Pres. Trump, the war in Iran, and the recent legislative session.

Wife of longtime Baton Rouge columnist Smiley Anders Katherine Anders remembers her husband on the anniversary of his column. Veteran anchorman George Sells comments on the firing of CBS correspondent Scott Pelley. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the various politics topics including the latest with Pres. Trump and the war in Iran.

Journalist and biographer Jonathan Eig reminisces on the life of Muhammad Ali on the 10th anniversary of Ali's death. Financial advisor Fred Dent gives perspective on the current state of the markets. Civil rights activist and politician Gary Chambers talks politics in Louisiana including the recent strike out with all proposed amendments, and the LA Democratic Party.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into what's new at the library this month and also the upcoming library millage vote. Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest local news including the recent legislative session and LSU news.

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various topics including the last day of the legislative session, the upcoming election, and the latest on Pres. Trump. Music and film critic John Wirt remembers actor and comedian Andy Griffith on the 100th anniversary of his birth. Biographer Carl Rollyson remembers actress and model Marylin Monroe on the 100th anniversary of her birth.

President of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers Larry Carter talks the latest in the teacher pay raise and also the failing of Amendment 3. Democratic political strategist Dane Strother comments on the latest in politics including the upcoming midterm election and the Texas primary runoff results. Senior Advisor for Resilience at NWF and MRD Charles Sutcliffe speaks on "Restore the Mississippi River Delta" projects. For more information, visit www.mississippiriverdelta.org.

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser talks the latest in tourism and upcoming events throughout the state and also the results of the recent closed primary election. Baton Rouge attorney Stephen Dixon speaks on his current time in Ukraine. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including Pres. Trump and the Texas GOP runoff.

Author, actor, and political commentator John Fugelsang talks various political topics in regards to religion. Former congressman Charles Boustany speaks on his first-hand experiences in Kiev and his perspective on the war in Ukraine.

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on the latest in politics including Pres. Trump, the Texas primary runoff, and the upcoming midterm elections. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami remembers legendary jazz musician and saxophonist Sonny Rollins amid his recent death.

Legendary blues singer and guitarist Buddy Guy reflects on his life and career over the years and also his upcoming performance at the Saenger Theatre. For more information, visit https://www.buddyguy.net/#tour. Author and journalist Danielle Crittenden talks her latest work, "Dispatches From Grief". Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on the latest in the entertainment world including Stephen Colbert's last episode of "The Late Show", the anniversary of the the last episode of the Johnny Carson Show, Cher's 80th birthday.

State representative and chairman of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus Edmond Jordan talks the latest in the legislature with congressional redistricting. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including Pres. Trump and the upcoming midterm elections.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in the political world including the results of the recent primary election, Cassidy, Letlow, and Fleming. Commissioner of insurance Tim Temple speaks on the latest in the insurance industry.

President of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss current political topics including recent comments from senator Bill Cassidy. Veteran anchorman George Sells talks the end of the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the state of CBS.

Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann speaks on local politics including the latest with Bill Cassidy, John Fleming, and Julia Letlow. Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin talks the latest in Louisiana politics including the results of the recent primary election.

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by political consultant Mary Patricia Wray and former Louisiana lawmaker Troy Hebert to discuss the recent primary election results. Feeding Louisiana’s executive director Pat R. Van Burkleo speaks on the organization and its upcoming "Anti-Hunger Day". For more information, visit https://www.feedinglouisiana.org/news/dayatthecapitol2025.

Democratic Candidates for United States Senate Nick Albares, Gary Crockett, and Jamie Davis speak on their views and policies. Former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10,000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper to talk the latest on local politics including congressional redistricting.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including congressional redistricting and the upcoming senate elections. Chief Policy Officer of Leaders for a Better Louisiana Barry Erwin talks the upcoming election and the amendments on the ballot. Talk Louisiana Host Jim Engster remembers journalist and film critic Rex Reed by playing an encore interview from 2012 amid his recent death.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks the happenings in the city over the past month, and introduces "Mayor President for the day" Serenity Smith as a guest. Democratic candidate for congress in Louisiana's 5th District Lindsay Garcia speaks on her political philosophy, and gives her perspective on the offensive exchange that occurred during the recent committee hearing over redistricting. Author Tom Clavin discusses his newest book "Vengeance: The Last Stand of Custer, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull". Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami promotes the final River City Jazz Masters' performance of the year happening at the Manship Theatre. For more information visit- https://manshiptheatre.org/

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including the upcoming US Senate election and congressional redistricting. Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss the upcoming primary election and the candidates.

Republican and former Louisiana State Senator Elbert Guillory talks various political topics including congressional redistricting. Member of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and executive director of the LA Democratic Party Dadrius Lanus responds to Sen. Jay Morris' remarks at the recent committee meeting regarding LA's congressional map. Award-winning producer Melissa Berton talks "The Pad Project". For more information, visit www. thepadproject.org.