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The Sit Down with Russ Latino
by MPB Think Radio
The Sit Down with Russ Latino is where complex issues meet real conversations. From politics and policy to culture and community, we break down the news that shapes your world, one sit-down at a time. Russ Latino is, a thought leader and advocate, as he engages with guests across the spectrum of ideas to dig deep, ask the tough questions, and find common ground. You can join the conversation by sending an email to [email protected] or using the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app, which is available in your mobile device's app store. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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The Sit Down | Same Stadium, Different Sideline: The Return of Lane Kiffin
Today, Russ discusses Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford and the spotlight that will shine on Ole Miss as all eyes in college football turn to Mississippi this weekend. Joining Russ to break down the matchup, the storylines, and everything surrounding Kiffin’s return is Neal McCready of 247Sports.…
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The Sit Down | News & Notes with Shaun Yurtkuran
Today, Russ sits down again with the Former Hinds County Asst. D.A., Shaun Yurtkuran, to discuss the news headlines probably filling your timeline. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out…
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The Sit Down | Spencer Ritchie
Today, Russ sits down with attorney Spencer Ritchie for a candid conversation about the political landscape shaping Mississippi. They talk about redistricting, congressional midterms, 2027 gubernatorial candidates, and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected]…
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The Sit Down | Rep. Otis Anthony
Today, Russ sits down with Mississippi House of Representatives member Otis Anthony of District 31 for a candid and open conversation about race. On this episode of The Sitdown, they look beyond the division that so often dominates the national conversation and explore the experiences,...
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The Sit Down | King of The Chitlin Circuit - Al Warren & Taiwo Gaynor
Today, Russ sits down with the creative minds behind the documentary "King of the Chitlin Circuit," which showcases the blues legend Bobby Rush. He speaks with the film's director, Al Warren, and producer, Taiwo Gaynor, about the vision that led to telling the story of a man who leaves a mark...
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The Sit Down | Commissioner of Public Safety, Sean Tindell - Nolan Wells Investigation Process
Today Russ sits down with the Commissioner of Public Safety, Sean Tindell, to discuss the process being utilized by local and state law enforcement in the Nolan Wells investigation, and some of the challenges in investigating with heavy emotions and national attention. Join the conversation by...
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The Sit Down | Criminal Lawyer, Shaun Yurtkuran - Jackson Bribery & Nolan Wells Cases
Today, Russ sits down with the Former Hinds County Asst. D.A, Shaun Yurtkuran, to discuss the Jackson bribery case, the latest on the Nolan Wells case, and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media…
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The Sit Down | Miss MS Jane Granberry, Miss MS Teen Madalyn Sullivan, & America250
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with the reigning Miss Mississippi Jane Granberry & Miss Mississippi Teen Madalyn Sullivan to chat about their newly appointed titles, their respective platforms, their vision for the...
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The Sit Down | Rundown: AI Traffic Monitoring, The Senate, The Supreme Court & More
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ runs down a week in politics & news… including AI traffic monitoring, the Senate, the supreme court, and more! Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or use the...
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The Sit Down | Rep. Scott Bounds & First Lady of Mississippi Elee Reeves
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with State Rep. Scott Bounds, to discuss the state’s biggest house party, the Neshoba County Fair, and in the second half, it's a sit down with Mississippi’s…
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The Sit Down | IHL's New Funding Formula
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd to discuss the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning's new funding formula and Commissioner Al Rankin. He is also joined by Dr. Jason Dean to…
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The Sit Down | Holy Trump & More!
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today’s show is titled Holy Trump & More! Russ sits down to discuss the commander in chief and other hot topics for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and...
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The Sit Down | State Senator Daniel Sparks & Former Rep. Nick Bain
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today Russ sits down with State Senator Daniel Sparks in the 1st half of the show, and Former Rep. Nick Bain in the 2nd half to discuss their newly announced bids for State Auditor in 2027, their respective...
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The Sit Down | RNC Gen. Counsel Mike Hurst & MSDP Chair Cheikh Taylor
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with RNC General Counsel, Mike Hurst and Chairman of the Mississippi Democratic Party & Representative, Cheikh Taylor to talk redistricting in the wake of the latest Supreme Court...
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The Sit Down | State Auditor Shad White & State Sen. Briggs Hobson
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with State Auditor Shad White to discuss new legislation and more, and with State Sen. Briggs Hobson to discuss his work in District 23, his role as chairman of the Appropriations...
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The Sit Down | Dr. Gad Saad, Steven Skultety, & Rankin Sherling
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with U of M Prof. of Philosophy - Steven Skultety & MMI Prof. of History - Rankin Sherling in the first half of the show, then it’s a chat with Dr. Gad Saad, Scholar at the Declaration…
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The Sit Down | City of Jackson Chief of Police, Dr. RaShall Brackney
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with Jackson's new Chief of Police, Dr. RaShall Brackney, to discuss her newly appointed position, her previous reforms as chief of police in Charlottesville, Virginia, her vision for...
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The Sit Down | MPB's "Southern Dish" with Sen. Lydia Chassaniol & Palmer Home for Children
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with Palmer Home for Children's Senior Development Dir., Sara Williams and Statewide Senior Director of Church and Community Partnerships, Whit Lewis to discuss...
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The Sit Down | Attorney General Lynn Fitch
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with Attorney General, Lynn Fitch to discuss her role as the state's 40th & 1st female Attorney General, and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or…
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The Sit Down | John McKay, President/CEO of the Mississippi Business Alliance
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with John McKay, President/CEO of the Mississippi Business Alliance to discuss PBM reform legislative and regulatory changes, in addition to his work with MBA, the Mississippi Manufacturers...
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The Sit Down | Michael Watson, Secretary of State
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with Secretary of State, Michael Watson to discuss what’s happening around Mississippi, related to the Office’s dedication to being both a service and information agency for the state,...
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The Sit Down | SOTU Rundown & Chef Derek Emerson's Masa Mesa
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ runs down last night’s SOTU speech, then sits down with Chef & Restauranter, Derek Emerson, to discuss his newest restaurant, Masa Mesa, opening the first week of March, and more! Join the conversation…
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The Sit Down | Booze Bills w/ Rep. Brent Powell, Sen. Jeremy England, Lobbyists Serena Flowers & Arnie Hederman
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with State Representative Brent Powell, Senator Jeremy England, Lobbyists Serena Flowers, & Arnie Hederman, to discuss booze bills including, Sunday sales, direct ship, problems with ABC and...
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The Sit Down | Week in Review Rundown - ICE, Bad Bunny & More
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world...
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The Sit Down | Medical Marijuana w/ State Rep., Lee Yancey & Christina Dent w/ End it for Good
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with State Representative Lee Yancey for the first two segments, to discuss medical marijuana legislative, and more, and Christina Dent with End it for Good joins the show for the final two...
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The Sit Down | Speaker of the House Jason White
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with House Speaker Jason White to breakdown the 2026 legislative session related to HB 2 and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or use the…
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The Sit Down | Salena Zito & Whitney Lipscomb
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with Salena Zito of the Washington Post & Whitney Lipscomb with Rule of Law Defense Fund. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or use the “Talk To Us”...
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The Sit Down | Ole Miss Playoffs & MS Legislative Preview
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ provides a 2026 MS Legislative Preview with guest Rep. Daniel Sparks, plus, sports reporter Blake Levine joins the show to discuss Ole Miss's playoff run! Join the conversation by sending an…
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The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Year in Review Rundown & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS
Original Air Date: 12/17/2025 You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today on the show, it’s a Year in Review Rundown with Russ then he’ll sit down with Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS, to discuss the state of our state workforce...
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The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Lane Kiffin Day w/ Neal McCready (247 Sports) & Brad Logan (Ole Miss Spirit)
Original Air Date: 12/3/2025 You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In today's show, Russ sits down with Neal McCready of 247 Sports and Brad Logan of Ole Miss Spirit, to discuss Lane Kiffin's departure, the media frenzy surrounding it all, and...
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The Sit Down | Year in Review Rundown & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today on the show, it’s a Year in Review Rundown with Russ then he’ll sit down with Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS, to discuss the state of our state workforce development and more! Join the...
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The Sit Down | School Funding Formulas with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In today's show, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd, to discuss colleges and universities funding formulas and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to [email protected], or use...
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The Sit Down | Lane Kiffin Day w/ Neal McCready (247 Sports) & Brad Logan (Ole Miss Spirit)
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In today's show, Russ sits down with Neal McCready of 247 Sports and Brad Logan of Ole Miss Spirit, to discuss Lane Kiffin's departure, the media frenzy surrounding it all, and more! Join the conversation by...
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The Sit Down | Thanksgiving with Chefs Chaz Lindsay & Geno Lee
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. With Thanksgiving around the bend, today Russ sits down with top Mississippi chefs, Chaz Lindsay, owner of Pulito Osteria and Geno Lee, owner of Big Apple Inn, to talk...
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The Sit Down | State Auditor, Shad White & Blake Levine, Sports Reporter
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with State Auditor, Shad White, to discuss the session, the 2027 race, and more… In the second half of the show, Russ sits down…
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The Sit Down | Week in Review Rundown - 11/12/25
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world...
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The Sit Down - Quick Classic | A Year In Review: Top 10 Episodes
Original Air Date: 10/22/2025 You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re celebrating Russ’s one-year anniversary on MPB Think Radio with a Top 10 review of the Sit Down’s most popular episodes to date and...
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The Sit Down | Rundown with Magnolia Tribune's Frank Corder
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, politics and policy, to monkeys on the loose, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world...
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The Sit Down | A Year In Review: Top 10 Episodes
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re celebrating Russ’s one-year anniversary on MPB Think Radio with a Top 10 review of the Sit Down’s most popular episodes to date and more. Join the conversation by...
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The Sit Down | Sean Tindell, Director of Public Safety
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half of the show, it’s a rundown of the most recent state and national hot topics, and in the 2nd half, it’s a discussion with Mississippi’s Commissioner of Public...
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The Sit Down | Aaron Rice, CEO of American Dream Legal & Senator Jeremy England
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half of the show, Russ sits down with Aaron Rice, Founder & CEO of American Dream Legal, to discuss the new MS bases public interest law firm, & in the 2nd half…
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The Sit Down | MS Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson & MSDH Officer Dr. Daniel Edney
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson to dig into the 166th Annual MS State Fair, the Great American Fair Competition & America250,...
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The Sit Down | Jere Nash "Reconstruction in Mississippi: 1892 - 1877"
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with author & former political consultant, Jere Nash, to discuss his most recent release, "Reconstruction in Mississippi, 1862 - 1877," in addition to his...
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The Sit Down | Week-in-Review Rundown with Kimberly Ross
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Kimberly Ross, Columnist with the Washington Examiner for a full rundown of recent national news including Charlie Kirk and more. Join the…
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The Sit Down | Ellen Daniels of the Mississippi Book Festival
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with MS Book Festival Executive Director and Rolling Fork Native, Ellen Daniels to talk Mississippi Book Festival 2025, in addition to her respective work...
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The Sit Down | House Representative, Jansen Owen
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Mississippi House Representative, Jansen Owen, representing District 106, to talk the House's education push, in addition to his respective work, and...
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The Sit Down | Hurricane Katrina @ 20 with Former Governor Haley Barbour
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi Governor, Haley Barbour to discuss Hurricane Katrina at 20 and more! Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to...
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The Sit Down | Former Governor Phil Bryant
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi Governor & Senior Advisor at AFPI (America First Policy Institute), Phil Bryant, as he joins the show to talk all things...
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The Sit Down | Philip Gunn
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi State Representative & House Speaker, Philip Gunn, to talk all things Mississippi, and more! Join the conversation by sending an...
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The Sit Down | Kimberly Ross, Washington Examiner Columnist
You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Kimberly Ross, Columnist with the Washington Examiner for a full rundown of recent national news including Sidney Sweeney's jeans, the Epstein files,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Sit Down with Russ Latino is where complex issues meet real conversations. From politics and policy to culture and community, we break down the news that shapes your world, one sit-down at a time. Russ Latino is, a thought leader and advocate, as he engages with guests across the spectrum of ideas to dig deep, ask the tough questions, and find common ground.
You can join the conversation by sending an email to [email protected] or using the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app, which is available in your mobile device's app store.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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