Marvin's Podcast

Join Marvin as he talks about recent redistricting in the State of Louisiana Brought to you by Lance Lopez with Farm Bureau, Harrington Law Firm, Sharpco Hotel Group and the Mariner Restaurant. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he chats with Van Erickson about enrollment, recruiting and Retention of today's college students.

Join Marvin and Travis as they talk about the need for a new tax for the Natchitoches Parish Port Brought to you by the Harrington Law Firm, Lance Lopez with Farm Bureau, Sharpco Hotel Group and the Mariner Restaurant. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he address the following questions about the transparency of Ronnie Williams. QUESTION ONE: Was Mayor Williams accurate on why electrical rates have increased in here in Natchitoches, in America and across the world?   QUESTION TWO: Has the Mayor been totally transparent since he signed the original LEPA agreement in March of this year and at the August 11th Council Meeting?

Join Marvin as he and NSU President Jimmy Genovese discuss the adverse Impact from the City of Natchitoches  utility rate increase to NSU. Brought to you by Lance Lopez with Farm Bureau, Sharpco Hotel Group and the Mariner Restaurant. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he discusses the Trump "Big Beautiful Bill" and the Courage of Pontress Tousant. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he shares a Press Release issued by the Mayor and staff claiming a big reduction in crime in the City of Natchitoches. The subject Press Release lacked transparency and did not meet the responsibilities of a Public Body responsible for Public Safety and a Fiduciary responsibility for taxpayer funds.  In this podcast's opinion is that, by "Cherry-Picking" selected crim...

Join Marvin as he talks about the Notice of Electrical Rate Increase received by the City of Natchitoches from their newest electrical supplier - LEPA

Join Marvin and his guest, Reneka Hayes Clark, to learn about the services of Youth and Families Empowerment.

Join Marvin as he shares a letter received from Waste Connection regarding the Parish of Natchitoches trash collection. * Parish President declined to appear. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he explains the Tale of Two Cities,  Both Cities sing new utility rate agreements with LEPA.  One City celebrates the saving being passed on to its Utility Customers, the other city remains silent about the use of the windfall margin. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he talks about the Natchitoches Parish Water System and the report cards they recently received.

Join Marvin and he explains the behavior of some City of Natchitoches leaders and unethical procedures concerning the Natchitoches Event Center. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he introduces the new NPSO Criminal Impact Team and the three leaders. Paid Content

John Marvin as he talks about the recent power contract agreement for the City of Natchitoches and related customers utility bills. Paid Content

Join Marvin as he inspects the donations to local non-profits. Paid Content

Nepotism The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives, friends, or associates, especially by giving them jobs.

Join Marvin as he discusses these points: 1. When will the City Utility Customers see their utility bills decrease now that the City buys cheaper power through LEPA. 2. Why was the City Budget not adopted on at the April 14, 2025 City Council Meeting/ 3. Mayor Williams, Where are you?  Who is in control of the City while your gone?

Join Marvin as he chats with Victor Pinkney, Sr. about Crime & Violence in our community, Law Enforcement engagement and the role that Social Media plays.

Join Marvin as he discusses a proposed New Law School in Northwest Louisiana located in Natchitoches, an innovation Park, Concussion Research, Drone Aviation and Artificial Intelligence.     Genovese talks about removing drugs, gang members, guns and violence from the football program and to watch for an exceptional year – Fork ‘em Demons!

Join Marvin as he chats with J.D. Oliphant regarding J.D.'s distinguished career in law enforcement.

Join Marvin for information on business and plant closings and the reserves on-hand with our local governments.

Join Marvin as he provides information regarding the 1954 IRS Law passed know as the Johnson Amendment.  The law ban all 501 C-3's non-profits from involment in political campaigns.

Join Marvin for a discussion regarding the 2025 Proposed Constitutional Amendments in the State of Louisiana appearing on the ballot this March 29, 2025. * A Copy of the Proposed Constitutional Amendments is attached to this Podcast.

Join Marvin as he visits with David about the Clerk's office and the upcoming election.