Talk Louisiana

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.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on the latest on the Supreme Court ruling regarding congressional districts and also the suspension of the US House election. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua comments on various topics locally and nationally including redistricting, upcoming elections, and amendments.

Director of the US Mint Paul Hollis talks his journey and career to this point and also the latest on coins. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including the upcoming senate election and the postponed US House election.

Financial advisor Fred Dent joins for his monthly visit and speaks on the current state of the markets. Chair of the Louisiana Democratic Party Randal Gaines talks current political topics including the recent Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into what's new at the library including the upcoming "Fix-It-Faire". For more information, visit, https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/. Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including the latest in tourism throughout the state and also the closed primary election. Visual artist Jeremiah Ariaz talks his upcoming exhibit at the Baton Rouge Gallery. For more information, visit, https://www.batonrougegallery.org/ariaz-may2026.

Former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by former state lawmaker Garey Forster to discuss various topics including the latest with the May 16th election and the postponing of the House Primary election.

Former Louisiana lawmaker Troy Hebert is joined by member of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and executive director of the LA Democratic Party Dadrius Lanus to discuss the latest in LA politics including the postponing of the House primary election. Lawyer and former head of the ACLU Marjorie Esman comments on the effect and implications of postponing the election.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in LA politics with Gov. Landry and the election delay. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf speaks on the redrawing of LA congressional maps and gerrymandering.

Political consultant Michael Beychok comments on various political topics including breaking news on a Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana v. Callais redistricting case. Author and sustainability expert Dr. Pablo Dias talks his book "Climate Changed: The Science of Sustainability and How Each of Us Can Do Our Part". Proponent of "Charlie's Law" ACT 409 Roger Williams sheds light on details of the bill and shares the harrowing tale of why he supports it.

Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the upcoming primary election and also the latest with Pres. Trump. Author Lev Mandel talks his latest work, "Money is Weird". Actress and filmmaker Jency Hogan talks her upcoming productions, "Every Brilliant Thing" and "Love Acting". For more information, visit, https://pro.gofundme.com/event/every-brilliant-thing/e771431 and https://www.manshiptheater.com/comingsoon/loveactingreelcase-er67h-pptxj.

Politician and former US Ambassador Francis Rooney comments on the latest with Pres. Trump and the conversion of religion and politics. Associate Professor of Systematics at Fordham University Natalia Imperatori-Lee talks theology and the feud between the Pope and Pres. Trump. Author David King Dunaway talks his latest work, "A Four-Eyed World".

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including upcoming festivals throughout the state and the recent Mall of Louisiana shooting. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including congressional redistricting and also upcoming elections.

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including allegations against Blake Miguez and the upcoming 5th Congressional District election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the upcoming US Senate election and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards speaks on the latest throughout the parish including the BR PD pay raise. School of Behavioral and Social Sciences at the University of Louisiana at Monroe Pearson Cross talks various political topics including the upcoming US Senate election.

Former Louisiana Congressman Charlie Melancon is joined by Lt. Colonel Bobbie Ragsdale to speak on various political topics including Pres. Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Dr. Faye Williams talks her latest work, "This is Me" and also gives her thoughts on Bobby Kennedy's remarks regarding Black children.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown to discuss current political topics including the Louisiana senate race and President Trump. Award-winning jazz vocalist, songwriter, and performer Quiana Lynell speaks on her new album titled "Black Magic" and upcoming album release performances. For more information, visit- https://www.quianalynell.com.

Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin discusses the latest in politics and the war in Iran. 57th Governor of Louisiana Jeff Landry speaks on all things Louisiana including the 3rd amendment on the upcoming ballot and LSU athletics.

LSU physics professor and observatory head of LIGO Livingston Joseph Giaime discusses the vital funding for LIGO that is in a precarious state. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks current political topics including the war in Iran, and the Louisiana senate race.

Author Jack McGuire speaks on his book "Killing the Kingfish- The Huey Long Assassination". Republican activist and member of the Republican Central Committee Michael Chittom and former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy discuss the Louisiana senate race and current political topics

Former Gretna Mayor Ronnie Harris talks the upcoming LSU Libraries 50th Book Bazaar. For more information, visit https://lib.lsu.edu/25/03/07/2025bookbazaar. Actor and film producer Louis Herthum speaks on his cancer diagnosis and its impact on his career.Former congressman Charles Boustany comments on various political topics including the war in Iran and also the latest with Pres. Trump

Author Gavin McMahon talks his latest work, "Story Business". The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various topics including the closed primary senate election. Owner of Zeeland Street Market Stephanie Phares remembers her good friend Melinda Walsh and world renowned sculptor Emerson Bell on the 20th anniversary of his death. Associate Professor of Violin at LSU Lin He speaks on his life and career over the years.

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore is joined by activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua to discuss various political topics including the legislative session, the ongoing war in Iran and First Lady Melania Trump's latest press conference. US Senate Democratic candidate Jamie Davis gives insight into his campaign and candidacy.

Senior reporter for the Louisiana Illuminator Julie O'Donoghue talks the latest in local news including the ongoing session and the upcoming election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the war in Iran and Pres. Trump. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers Hugh Hefner on what would have been his 100th birthday.

Retired United States Marine Corps General Ron Richard gives his perspective on the war in Iran and the current cease-fire. Friends of City Park Organization member Brian Dubreuil talks the importance of preserving the golf course within City Park. Journalist and co-writer of Fred Hickman's "Channeling: My Life On Air, Off Air, and In Living Color" Harrison Golden speaks on the process of formulating the book alongside Hickman.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into what's new at the library and also the upcoming tax vote. For more information on library events, visit https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on the latest in politics including the war in Iran and Pres. Trumps comments. Investigative reporter, author, and film maker Greg Palast speaks on the ongoing war and also election integrity.

Grammy-award winning operatic tenor and general director of Opera Louisiane Paul Groves is joined by operatic soprano Teresa Perrotta to talk the upcoming performance, "Madama Butterfly". For tickets and more information, visit https://www.operalouisiane.com/madamabutterfly.Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the upcoming senate election and its candidates and also the latest with Pres. Trump.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various political topics including the upcoming senate election, the latest on Pres. Trump, and the war in Iran. Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller talks various topics including the ongoing legislative session.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including Pres. Trump's recent address to the nation. Southern University Political Science Professor Albert Samuels is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss various local and national topics including the latest on Pres. Trump and also the upcoming session.

Financial advisor Fred Dent discusses the markets, his career, and investment philosophies. Literary editor Monique Morrison talks the upcoming book "Waiting to Die: One Man's Journey on Death Row" and speaks on her time facilitating the release of this memoir by Feltus Taylor, Jr..

Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann comments on various topics including the upcoming senate election, the war in Iran, and the latest with Pres. Trump. LSU professor Kevin Cope speaks on the latest LSU news including the return of Will Wade. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on various local and national topics.

Pastor Donnie Swaggart speaks on his life and work within the ministry over the years. Retired general surgeon Dr. Allen Saxon speaks on his latest work, "Training in Charity". Actor and life coach Michael Graham talks his life and career throughout the years and also his current endeavor, Mindset Matters Consulting.

Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser speaks on tourism throughout the state. the upcoming closed primary election, and also the upcoming Louisiana Political Hall of Fame induction. Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest higher education news including LSU's rehiring of Will Wade. Musician and Moody Blues guitarist Justin Hayward reflects on his life and career over the years and also speaks on his upcoming performance. For tickets and more information, visit https://justinhayward.com/pages/current-tour-dates. 

Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy comments on various topics including the staged wreck scheme in New Orleans, the Trump administration, and the upcoming Senate election. Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil speaks on the war in Iran and also the ongoing Legislative Session. Grandson of author Ernest Gaines, Nicholas Smith gives insight into the bill proposal to honor Gaines on a portion of LA Highway 1.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray comments on the run off in the Louisiana senate race, and topical political subjects. Council member for District 10 Carolyn Coleman is joined by executive director of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Chris Csonka to talk the upcoming 2026 Community Warrant Resolution event happening Friday, March 27th. For more information or to pre-register, please visit - https://www.ebrcjcc.org/ WRKF Station Manager Paul Maassen chats about the importance of donating to your local public radio station during the ongoing WRKF pledge drive. You can learn more about donating to WRKF here- https://wkrf.donorsupport.co/page/P26S

Former LSU basketball player and LSU and BREC board member Collis Temple comments on various topics including the world of NIL, LSU and Troy Middleton, and the City Park Golf Course. Veteran anchorman George Sells speaks on the demise of CBS Radio News. Pastor Donnie Swaggart talks tonight's "Parental Awareness Night". For more information, visit https://www.fwcbr.org/events/parental-awareness-night/2026-03-24.

Democratic Candidate for United States Senate Nick Albares talks his campaign and candidacy and also comments on world issues including the war in Iran. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including the upcoming elections and prospective candidate debates.

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss various political topics including upcoming elections and the war in Iran. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various topics including upcoming elections and candidates, Pres. Trump, and the war in Iran.

Chief Executive Officer for the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Duggan talks the organization and its impact in the community.Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell talks various topics including the latest on the educational trust fund, the upcoming Senate election, and the war in Iran. Board president for DSAG Neal Choppin to speaks on the upcoming "Buddy Walk" event. For more information, visit, https://dsagbr.org/buddy-walk/.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks the legislative session and gives updates on what's happening in Baton Rouge. Dean of the LSU Ogden Honors College Jonathan Earle discusses his career and time at LSU, and speaks on his background as a historian.

Reporter for The Advocate and president of the Louisiana Capital Correspondents Association Charles Lussier talks the return of "The Gridiron Show". Former U.S. ambassador Francis Rooney comments on Pres. Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Literary critic and author Ruth Franklin talks her latest work, "The Many Lives of Anne Frank".

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper to discuss various political topics including the upcoming US senate race and the ongoing war in Iran. Attorney Scott Sternberg gives insight into Tiger Rag Magazine, LA Illuminator, and WAFB-TV's lawsuit against LSU. Music and film critic John Wirt comments on the Oscars.

Foreign policy analyst and CEO of CNAS Richard Fontaine comments on the ongoing war in Iran. Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin talks the latest with Pres. Trump and the upcoming midterm election. State Representative Mandie Landry gives a recap of the first week of the legislative session.

Retired United States Marine and author AJ Cade talks his latest work, "Death or Victory". Former LSU student body president Ted Schirmer gives his thoughts on war draft dodgers in high places. Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various topics including the effects of the ongoing war in Iran. Assistant Director of Operations & Visitor Services at LSU Museum of Art Sandy Parfait speaks on the upcoming event, "Southern Palette". For more information, visit, https://www.southernpalette.org/.

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple speaks on local insurance concerns and upcoming legislation. Former chair of the Louisiana Democratic Party Katie Bernhardt is joined by columnist and writer Quin Hillyer to comment on current political topics and discuss the war in Iran.

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including Gov. Landry's recent "State of the State" speech and the upcoming senate primary. Colonel Rob Maness is joined by former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann and journalist and activist Lamar White to discuss various political topics including Pres. Trump and the war in Iran.

Former editor at the Business Report and Tiger Rag Magazine JR Ball gives his thoughts on our community and also speaks on his latest endeavor involving "RedEye BR". Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the upcoming senate election and the effects of the war in Iran.