Mornings with Brian Haldane

Lon Vicknair highlights the unique opportunity to strategically shape Central’s infrastructure and avoid historical municipal pitfalls as the city marks its twentieth year. Key campaign priorities focus on crucial infrastructure developments, including expanded road projects on Hooper Road and Magnolia Bridge Road to ease traffic congestion. Drainage improvements and real-time water monitoring rem...

Representing the Louisiana Chemistry Association, David Cresson recently joined state leaders in Paris to highlight Louisiana’s expanding industrial capabilities on a global stage. International energy and manufacturing companies increasingly prioritize Louisiana as their primary target for future business expansion. Essential local industries provide the critical materials needed for data centers...

Geographic reality dictates much of global energy transit. With key chokepoints vulnerable to geopolitical tensions, shipping routes face difficult choices. Opting for alternatives like the Suez Canal or navigating around Africa adds weeks to transit times, escalating shipping costs and straining international supply chains. While domestic production remains robust, the concentration of global shi...

Local experts Manny Landry and Dr. Susan Thorton share essential guidance on student substance prevention and Halloween safety during an engaging broadcast interview. The conversation covers Red Ribbon Week's core anti-drug themes, risk factors, and protective measures implemented across East Baton Rouge schools. Additionally, practical Halloween tips highlight costume visibility, candy inspection...

Louisiana voters have established robust midterm participation records by casting over 500,000 early and absentee ballots ahead of the November 3rd election. Secretary of State Nancy Landry attributes this extraordinary turnout to a rare convergence of numerous local races, congressional contests, and ten constitutional amendments. Local election offices handled immense logistical complexity while...

A groundbreaking study reveals staggering numbers regarding former NFL players and CTE, but what does the future of football safety look like? Listen in as Jim Ryan breaks down the new research and what it means for the game we love.

Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple outlined key state initiatives aimed at stabilizing Louisiana's insurance market through proactive regulation and consumer support. Louisiana is stepping up its fight against insurance fraud by hosting a national conference and using artificial intelligence to detect fraudulent claims that inflate consumer premiums. Additionally, Medicare open enrollment is curren...

State Senator Blake Miguez joins Brian Haldane to outline his campaign priorities for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District ahead of election day. Drawing from his experience as a business owner, lawgiver, and father of four, Blake Miguez focuses on curbing inflation, lowering fuel prices, and delivering direct economic relief to local families. He highlights legislative efforts to hold corrupt p...

Brian Haldane speaks with Meg Placke and Rob Wilson about the upcoming Louisiana Book Festival in downtown Baton Rouge. The festival showcases over 200 authors, special award presentations, and engaging panels covering everything from history to romance. Highlights include Farrah Rochon receiving the Louisiana Writer Award, cooking demonstrations from top Louisiana chefs, and youth activities like...

Record early voting turnout is shifting how political campaigns execute their final get-out-the-vote strategies across the country. In a recent interview, Chairman & CEO at FullPAC Travis Trawick explained to host Brian Haldane how real-time data tracking helps campaigns suppress outreach to citizens who have already voted. This strategy allows political organizations to conserve their final b...

Brian Haldane and attorney Franz Borghardt discussed the trial timeline for Tyler Robinson in the murder of Charlie Kirk during a segment of  Legally Served . Prosecutors proposed starting the 17-week trial in late 2027, whereas defense counsel requested a delay until 2029 to prepare for a multi-month proceeding. Borghardt detailed how capital cases demand extra time to handle jury selection, venu...

Congressman Troy Carter joins Brian Haldane to discuss record-breaking early voting turnout and the urgent push to release withheld federal solar funding. The conversation explores how these clean energy grants will lower electricity costs for Louisiana families and strengthen community storm resilience. Furthermore, Carter stresses the importance of protecting voting access and constitutional che...

Brian Haldane and former LSU basketball star Ricky Blanton pay tribute to the late Dale Brown, exploring his unmatched legacy as both a legendary coach and a devoted humanitarian. Blanton shares heartfelt memories of a 43-year bond, revealing how Brown’s deep personal connections and relentless drive to help others defined his 25-year tenure in Baton Rouge. From unforgettable recruiting stories to...

Brian Haldane and Anna Nguyen from the Water Collaborative explore Louisiana's Constitutional Amendment 7, which permits public funds to replace hazardous lead service lines on private property. With nearly 90% of tested homes in New Orleans containing lead, this amendment unlocks critical funding to modernize aging drinking water infrastructure. Discover how this vote impacts local communities an...

As early voting comes to a close, State Senator Rick Edmonds spoke with Brian Haldane regarding his campaign for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District. Edmonds outlined key regional priorities, focusing heavily on public safety, flood protection, and critical infrastructure improvements like the proposed new Mississippi River bridge. He emphasized the need for federal support to eliminate red tap...

The Ascension Parish Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its annual Sporting Clay Shoot at Covey Rise on November 16th. Host Brian Haldane and Donnie Miller also highlight the upcoming member luncheon, which honors the 2026 leadership cohort. Furthermore, the Chamber continues to foster business growth and community development throughout the region. Plans are also underway to take the successfu...

Brian Haldane and Jeff Crouere examine the pros and cons of early voting, debating whether the convenience outweighs the traditional excitement of casting a ballot on election day. The conversation dives into recent voter turnout trends among Democrats and Republicans in Louisiana and across the nation. They also analyze how shifting party tactics and a lack of clear future leadership are impactin...

Congresswoman Julia Letlow joins the program in the final week of the Senate campaign to discuss her statewide tour and the critical importance of voter turnout. Highlighting her extensive travel across Louisiana's parishes, Letlow outlines key constituent concerns and emphasizes the weight of federal responsibilities. As early voting closes and election day approaches, she encourages voters to ma...

Brian Haldane hosted talk show host Moon Griffon to cover a dynamic mix of college sports, local basketball history, and state politics. They analyzed the chaotic SEC football standings, noting how LSU could capitalizes as rivals struggle with tough schedules. The two shared personal stories regarding legendary LSU basketball coach Dale Brown and the program's iconic 1981 Final Four team. Finally,...

Brian Haldane hosted Jamie Setze from the Capital Region Planning Commission to analyze the MOVE 2050 long-range transportation plan for the Baton Rouge metropolitan area. Setze highlighted key infrastructure priorities, including the LA 30 widening project across East Baton Rouge, Iberville, and Ascension Parishes to relieve severe I-10 congestion. The conversation detailed ongoing state efforts...

Mary Beth Derrickson joins host Brian Haldane to discuss the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children’s report titled "The Missing Piece." Expanding early childhood education yields billions in increased earnings and tax collections while addressing critical workforce shortages. Furthermore, solving teacher recruitment and retention challenges enables more parents to enter the workforce successfull...

Dr. Christopher Woodward joins host Brian Haldane on Medical Monday to discuss critical Halloween safety strategies for families. The discussion highlights major hazards such as low-visibility pedestrian accidents, motorized vehicle risks, and food allergy management. Furthermore, the expert provides actionable advice on inspecting candy, carrying flashlights, and handling outdoor community gather...

Ragin' Cajun expands its popular seasoning lineup with the introduction of two unique spice blends: a sweet-and-savory Butter Rub and a bold Cheeseburger Rub. Crafted with high-quality natural ingredients like real butter, garlic, and dried Worcestershire sauce, these rubs are designed to enhance everything from burgers to holiday turkeys. Listeners can take advantage of an exclusive 20% discount...

L.T. Dupré discusses the unique structure and demanding responsibilities of the East Baton Rouge Family Court system. Drawing upon over two decades of dedicated family law experience, Dupré highlights the critical need for fairness, dignity, and calm judicial leadership during high-stakes domestic cases. Furthermore, the interview explores the geographical and demographic challenges spanning the p...

The global demand for lithium has skyrocketed due to its critical role in battery manufacturing for electronics and energy storage. Traditionally mined in Australia and South America, lithium is now being efficiently extracted from oilfield brines across the United States. This innovative extraction process taps into existing oil and gas operations to capture valuable lithium directly from produce...