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Top tech leaders have signed a new accord with President Trump promising to "self-police" their artificial intelligence development. But can we really rely on major tech companies to monitor themselves when billions of dollars are on the line? LSU IT professor Dr. Andrew Schwarz joins Newell to break down what this voluntary agreement actually means, whether independent audits and internal committ...

This hour, Newell addresses President Donald Trump sharing what he said was U.S. Senator Tom Cotton’s personal cellphone number on his Truth Social platform for disagreeing with the Sunshine Protection Act, which seeks to make daylight saving time permanent and eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes, passed the House in July but has stalled in the Senate. Then, Barry Kern, CEO & President of Ker...

What happens when New Orleans royalty, NFL legends, and the masterminds behind Mardi Gras team up to take over the streets? Kern Studios and Mardi Gras World CEO Barry Kern joins Newell to give an exclusive look behind the scenes at a high-energy second-line parade featuring Saints icons Drew Brees and Steve Gleason.

Newell addresses President Donald Trump sharing what he said was U.S. Senator Tom Cotton’s personal cellphone number on his Truth Social platform for disagreeing with the Sunshine Protection Act, which seeks to make daylight saving time permanent and eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes, passed the House in July but has stalled in the Senate.

We're diving into the 1995 murder of Collen Slemmer and the botched execution of her convicted murderer, a story that’s been making headlines. 50-year-old Christa Pike still remained alive but in critical condition Friday, days after her scheduled execution on September 30. Featuring audio from Scoot out of WWL in New Orleans, The Dave Glover Show out of KMOX in St. Louis, the Dana & Parks Show ou...

This week, we’ll listen to the latest developments in the case of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of strangling her three young children to death. Last month, her murder trial ended in a mistrial, and its still unclear whether a new trial will be held. We also have quick crime updates from across the country. Featuring audio from WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, KYW Newsradio in Philadelph...

This week, we’ll listen to the latest developments in the case of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of strangling her three young children to death. Last month, her murder trial ended in a mistrial, and its still unclear whether a new trial will be held. We’ll also dive into the 1995 murder of Collen Slemmer and the botched execution of her convicted murderer, a story that’s been maki...

Is it time to cordon off AI? We discuss that, how working from home has changed, and we discuss a study on life outside our solar system.

On today's show, Newell talks about developers having officially closed on financing for the Rivana Apartments, a $111 million affordable housing complex that will serve as the first major residential piece of the massive River District development in New Orleans. Then, Newell has on New Orleans District A Council Member Aimee McCarron to discuss a newly approved $26.6 million backup battery progr...

This hour, Newell is joined by the "Voice of the LSU Tigers" Chris Blair to preview Saturday night's matchup in Death Valley as LSU prepares to take on the McNeese State Cowboys. Then, Jake Madison, the host of the “Locked on Pelicans” podcast, joins the show to break down everything you need to know as New Orleans tips off its preseason slate this Tuesday, rotational battles and roster chemistry...

Jake Madison, host of the Locked on Pelicans podcast, joins Newell to break down everything you need to know as New Orleans tips off its preseason slate this Tuesday, rotational battles and roster chemistry in these warm-up games, and what the realistic expectations look like for the upcoming regular season.

The "Voice of the LSU Tigers" Chris Blair joins Newell to preview Saturday night's matchup in Death Valley as LSU prepares to take on the McNeese State Cowboys. Fresh off a commanding victory over Texas A&M, Chris breaks down what the Tigers need to do to maintain their momentum, avoid a trap-game letdown against an in-state opponent, and keep Death Valley rocking from the opening kickoff.

This hour, Newell has on Chief Economic Analyst of The Hamrick Brief (on the web and Substack) Mark Hamrick to analyze what the latest employment figures reveal about wage growth, market trends, and where the economy is headed next. Then, Tulane University AI expert Aron Culotta joins the show to break down what the high-stakes battle between tech titans and Washington means for everyday people an...

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes everything from the workforce to national security, tech giants like Elon Musk and Anthropic are locking horns over who should control the future of AI and how fast it should grow. Tulane University AI expert Aron Culotta joins Newell to break down what this high-stakes battle between tech titans and Washington means for everyday people and whether self-...

With affordability at the top of mind for every household, all eyes are on the brand-new jobs report. Chief Economic Analyst Mark Hamrick joins Newell to cut through the economic noise and analyze what the latest employment figures reveal about wage growth, market trends, and where the economy is headed next.

This hour, Newell talks about developers having officially closed on financing for the Rivana Apartments, a $111 million affordable housing complex that will serve as the first major residential piece of the massive River District development in New Orleans. Then, New Orleans District A Council Member Aimee McCarron joins the show to discuss a newly approved $26.6 million backup battery program de...

New Orleans District A Council Member Aimee McCarron joins Newell to discuss a newly approved $26.6 million backup battery program designed to keep the power on during frequent grid outages. With local homes enduring over 150 hours of power losses in just the past six months, McCarron breaks down how this plan could provide instant funding for more than 1,000 homes and businesses, protect vulnerab...

Newell talks about developers having officially closed on financing for the Rivana Apartments, a $111 million affordable housing complex that will serve as the first major residential piece of the massive River District development in New Orleans. The financial closing allows the lead contractor, Gibbs Construction, to immediately begin fencing off the site in the 1400 block of Tchoupitoulas Stree...

A decade-long, multi-jurisdictional scheme targeting tourists in the French Quarter has finally come to an end following the convictions and heavy sentencings of Danette Colbert and Rickey White in connection to the February 2025 death of Kansas City sports reporter Adan Manzano. What began as an investigation into a stolen phone and a fatal drug overdose in a Kenner hotel room uncovered an intric...

This hour, Newell has on Barry Kern, CEO & President of Kern Studios and Mardi Gras World, to share all the details on this epic procession celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Domecoming, 15 years of Team Gleason's impact, and the release of Steve’s new album, Rebirth. Then, Newell opens the phone lines, and the WWL listeners chime in on Sen. John Kennedy's term coming to an end, the effective...

We begin with a look at what happened when Tennessee tried to execute a woman for the first time in 200 years, and then what happened when Pete Hegseth revealed his boot-stomping, testosterone-fueled rant about the future of the military, and while there may not be fat bears in the military, there are still plenty in the wild. Here's what you need to know about bears this fall.

New Orleans is getting ready to celebrate a historic milestone for the Who Dat nation with a massive pregame second line parade! Kern Studios and Mardi Gras World CEO Barry Kern joins Newell to share all the details on this epic procession celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Domecoming, 15 years of Team Gleason's impact, and the release of Steve’s new album, Rebirth.

This hour, Newell speaks with New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Chief Anne Kirkpatrick to discuss crime numbers continuing to trend in the right direction, new momentum in officer recruitment, how targeted law enforcement partnerships are delivering real results across the Crescent City, and the latest on City Council budget hearings. Then, Port NOLA Chief of Staff Loren Marino and Nune...

The Louisiana International Terminal is set to transform St. Bernard Parish, bringing thousands of jobs and millions in new local tax revenue, but taking advantage of that opportunity starts right now. Port NOLA Chief of Staff Loren Marino and Nunez Community College Chancellor Dr. Tina Tinney join Newell to break down the immediate workforce training available, how local residents can prepare for...

New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Chief Anne Kirkpatrick joins Newell to discuss crime numbers continuing to trend in the right direction, new momentum in officer recruitment, how targeted law enforcement partnerships are delivering real results across the Crescent City, and the latest on City Council budget hearings.