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The Joe Cunningham Radio Show

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The Joe Cunningham Show airs daily from 3-4 p.m. CT on NewsTalk 96.5 KPEL in south Louisiana, and you can listen to it anywhere you download your podcasts. joecunninghamshow.substack.com

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Episodes

  1. S5 E126: A Chat With Senate Candidate Jamie Davis

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. A sit down for a conversation with U.S. Senate candidate Jamie Davis, recapping what Speaker Mike Johnson said at campaign events this weekend, and the Callais case’s final(?) hearing this month. Follow Joe on X at...

  2. My Conversation With Jamie Davis, Candidate for U.S. Senate in Louisiana

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The full, uncut interview with Jamie Davis, the Democrat running for U.S. Senate in Louisiana on November 3. We talk data centers, Louisiana issues, and I do give him a chance to answer questions about hot-button national...

  3. S5 E125: An Eye on Polling

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Continuing to look at the midterms and asking, “What if the polls are wrong? What would be causing it?” Plus, a conversation with Matthew Humphrey, one of the folks who filed a lawsuit against Congressional candidate…

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  4. S5 E124: Bill Cassidy’s and John Kennedy’s Plans

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Senator Bill Cassidy has filed a bill to make every state an open primary state, while Senator John Kennedy isn’t shooting down talk of a 2028 presidential run. Follow Joe on X at @JoePCunningham and at the Joe Cunningham…

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  5. S5 E123: Louisiana’s AP Success, and the UL Board’s Silly Idea for Lafayette, Tech, and Monroe

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana’s high school students are reaching new heights in Advanced Placement testing. The University of Louisiana Board thinks the best way to solve university deficits is to force athletics programs out of the FBS.…

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  6. S5 E122: Mitch Landrieu for President? And a Conversation With John Kennedy

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu is seriously weighing a bid for president in 2028. Plus, my conversation with U.S. Senator John Kennedy. Follow Joe on X at @JoePCunningham and at the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook,...

  7. INTERVIEW: Sen. John Kennedy on Iran, Cost of Living, and Chicken Salad

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. U.S. Senator John Kennedy spoke with Joe Cunningham on his wife’s chicken salad recipe, the ongoing conflict with Iran, and how Republicans need to get serious about addressing cost of living issues. Follow Joe on X at...

  8. S5 E121: Is Landry Right About Banning Diesel Exports?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Gov. Jeff Landry wants the U.S. to ban diesel exports to lower prices domestically. Mike Moncla with the Louisiana Oil and Gas Association disagress, and tells Joe why. Follow Joe on X at @JoePCunningham and at the Joe...

  9. S5 E120: The Best Argument for School Choice

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Nikole Hannah Jones at the New York Times accidentally wrote the best argument for school choice. Plus, Andy Beshear says Democrats need to focus on housing in 2028. Is he wrong? Follow Joe on X at @JoePCunningham and at the...

  10. S5 E119: Louisiana’s Economic Future, Missing Stealth Tech, and Football

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. A new census report shows Louisiana leads the nation in poverty, but the economic development coming our way along with academic growth can fix it. Plus, some of our stealth tech has been diverted to China, and no one has an...

  11. S5 E118: Breaking Down the Midterms (So Far)

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. A deep dive into current midterm polling, Hasan Piker proves why Democrats are running away from him, and Louisiana wants a U.S. space academy. Follow Joe on X at @JoePCunningham and at the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook…

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  12. S5 E117: Updating Louisiana’s School Funding Formula

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Two competing groups are looking to overhaul the funding formula for public schools in Louisiana. Plus, the interest rike gets a hike. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook....

  13. S5 E116: Massachusetts Steals a Child, Louisiana Gives a Huge Gift to Hyundai

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. A Massachusetts couple is fighting the state for the return of their daughter, who was taken after a school counselor socially conditioned her to become trans and then reported the family. Plus, how much did Louisiana give...

  14. S5 E115: Louisiana’s Fight Against Mifepristone Continues

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana was back before the 5th Circuit again today, arguing to end telehealth prescription of the abortion drug mifepristone. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook.…

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  15. S5 E114: “So the SEC Won’t Let Me Be...”

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The SEC is going hard after LSU, Attorney General Liz Murrill, and others. But isn’t the state of college football on organizations like the NCAA and the SEC? Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe...

  16. The Blurred Lines Between College and Pro Athletes

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Joe gives his take on just how screwed up the world of college athletics is and why the drama at LSU is about way more than LSU. Who is really to blame here? Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe…

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  17. S5 E113: Banning AI in Schools, Louisiana’s Data Center Ambitions

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Zohran Mamdani’s New York is banning AI in K-8 schools and… it’s not a bad idea. Plus, Louisiana is at the center of a data center boom, and more people believe the government is corrupt than ever before. Follow Joe on…

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  18. S5 E112: Louisiana Going After PBMs... Again

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana Attorney Liz Murrill is going after another major PBM. Plus, noise at SpaceX and term limits for governors. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook. Subscribe to the...

  19. S5 E111: Trump’s Data Center Blowup

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. President Donald Trump says people who don’t want data centers just want to be poor. Probably not a wise message since a large chunk of his base are vocally questioning, if not opposed, to them. Follow Joe on Twitter at...

  20. S5 E110: Doubling Down on Data Centers in Louisiana

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The governor is doubling down on data centers where other states are pausing them. Despite voter concerns, Jeff Landry sees badly needed economic development and is taking advantage. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham...

  21. S5 E109: Landry on SpaceX, Meta Settles in Teen Addiction Case

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Governor Jeff Landry joins the program to talk SpaceX, Louisiana getting a windfall after Meta settles a case on its algorithm targeting kids and getting them addicted to the scroll. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham...

  22. My Conversation With Gov. Jeff Landry on SpaceX

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Governor Jeff Landry joined The Joe Cunningham Show on Wednesday to discuss the massive SpaceX Starport coming to Vermilion Parish. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook....

  23. S5 E108: Drama in the Louisiana GOP

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The state GOP endorsed state senator Blake Miguez for the 6th Congressional District race and apparently it’s causing some drama. Plus, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has a point about tech companies and data centers “digging their...

  24. S5 E107: Data Center Panic

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. MAHA is speaking out against using coal to power data centers. Plus, we know a bit more about what’s going to be produced at the SpaceX facility. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on...

  25. S5 E106: $40 Trillion in Debt and... Silence

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The GOP is in charge, and yet the national debt climbs at an even faster clip. Naturally, all those campaign promises really didn’t mean anything. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on...

  26. S5 E105: Meta's Trial, SpaceX's Announcement, and a New U.S. Territory?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The trial attempting to put the blame for the teen mental health crisis on Meta is underway. Plus, we know now when the Governor is (supposed to be) announcing the SpaceX deal. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and…

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  27. S5 E104: Concerns with Flock Cameras and Louisiana's Energy Comeback

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Recently, concerns about Flock cameras have been on the rise, and there is a genuinely troubling story out of Florida. Plus, Louisiana’s energy sector seems to be having a moment. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and...

  28. S5 E103: Welcome to Town, Mr. Musk

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. According to reports, Elon Musk’s private jet landed in Lafayette on Thursday, ramping up speculation about SpaceX building a facility in Vermilion Parish. Plus, CMS is ending Medicaid coverage of pediatric gender-affirming...

  29. S5 E102: Grading Dr. Brumley

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley has been at the job for six years. One state representative has graded his performance. Plus, the malpractice that is the lame attack on Blake Miguez in the 6th...

  30. S5 E101: Letlow's NDAs, Campaign Sign Rules, and Debit Card Fees

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Questions are being asked about Rep. Julia Letlow’s Meta stocks, local rules about campaign signs are in effect, and debit card fees are still there, even if you don’t see them. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and...

  31. S5 E100: Another Ambitious Road Project in Lafayette

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Mayor-President Monique Boulet has announce another ambitious road project, this time targeting congestion in Lafayette Parish. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook. Subscribe...

  32. S5 E99: Who Qualified for the Midterms in Louisiana?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Qualifying has ended and Blake Miguez has officially jumped into the LA-6 race. Plus, there are plenty of local races coming in November as well. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on...

  33. S5 E98: The LCG Budget, Blake Miguez's Decision, and More

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Blake Miguez will make a decision on which Congressional race to hop into soon. Plus, a look at the Lafayette Consolidated Government budget. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on...

  34. S5 E97: Hakeem Jeffries Lost Big Last Night

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. In a series of losses in Michigan last night, centrist Democrats are worried that the Democratic Socialists of America will take over and Hakeem Jeffries won’t be the next Speaker. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham…

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  35. My Chat With Governor Jeff Landry

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry joins the show to talk about Louisiana’s opportunity to lead the way on nuclear energy, economic development, and more. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show...

  36. S5 E96: Louisiana's Nuclear Renaissance (ft. Governor Jeff Landry)

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry wants to see a second nuclear Renaissance, and he is fighting to put Louisiana at the forefront. He joins today’s show to talk more about his vision and Louisiana’s economic development wins....

  37. S5 E95: Meta and SpaceX Come to Louisiana

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Entergy and Meta sign an agreement that says ratepayers won’t pay for new power plants, and SpaceX will be another example of trickle-down economics in Vermilion Parish. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the...

  38. S5 E94: Mitch Landrieu Is Running, Isn't He?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook. Subscribe to the newsletter by visiting http://joecunninghamshow.substack.com. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, or...

  39. S5 E93: What Is the "Common Good"?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana is top of the nation in construction jobs, and there is a movement on the right to redefine “freedom” as what we ought to do instead of what we have the right to do. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and…

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  40. S5 E92: BESE In Trouble? And Trump's Economic Dilemma

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education is accused of violating open meetings laws. And Trump’s Iran War and tariffs are still acting like a one-two punch on our wallets. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and...

  41. S5 E91: Liz Murrill's Rage

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is enraged over the case that was brought against her, and for good reason. A corrupt process, a political vendetta, and petty revenge tried to get her put in jail. Follow Joe on…

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  42. S5 E90: Charges Dropped

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The case against Louisiana AG Liz Murrill has been dropped. It should never have been brought in the first place. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook. Subscribe to the...

  43. S5 E89: It's Becoming a Regional War

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The conflict with Iran is becoming regional. The Houthis are going after Saudi Arabia, Iran is going after more than just U.S. forces. It’s all becoming a mess. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe...

  44. S5 E88: Socialist Candidates Are Adopting Barack Obama's Style

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Abdul el Sayed, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and other socialist figures are modifying their approach. They are adopting the cadence and tone of Barack Obama, the most successful national candidate in decades, in an effort to...

  45. S5 E87: Is China Winning the AI War?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Several news outlets say China has passed the U.S. in AI development. Is it true? Or is there something else at play? Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook. Subscribe to the...

  46. S5 E86: The Rise and Risk of the DSA

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. The rise of the Democratic Socialists of America within the Democrat Party is becoming a bigger and bigger issue, and the Democrats might not be prepared for what it means. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like…

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  47. S5 E85: What Is Reconciliation 3.0?

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Republicans in Congress are preparing for their next reconciliation bill, calling it “Reconciliation 3.0.” What is it and how will it work? Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on…

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  48. S5 E84: Why the Meta Data Center Is a Good Thing

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. That $50 billion investment from Meta is a big deal for Louisiana, and a good one. Plus, Governor Jeff Landry is right about New Orleans. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and Like the Joe Cunningham Show on Facebook....

  49. S5 E83: Meta's $50 Billion Louisiana Investment.

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. Meta announced a massive investment in Louisiana, which would double the size of their upcoming data center and put billion’s more into the state’s economy and infrastructure. Follow Joe on Twitter at @JoePCunningham and…

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  50. S5 E82: Louisiana's Education Scores Are Not a Conspiracy

    The official podcast for the Joe Cunningham Show on News/Talk 96.5 KPEL. There are a number of people who are so cynical about public education that they really find it easier to believe Louisiana is cooking the books rather than actually getting better in education. Follow Joe on Twitter at...

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