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On today's show, Newell shares his thoughts on the results of the 2026 midterm elections, in which Democrats take control over both the House and the Senate, and what message President Trump should take away from the voters. Then, Newell has on Robert Hogan, Professor & Department Chair of Political Science at LSU, to review yesterday’s election: who came out on top, where the major upsets unfolde...

This hour, Newell is joined by Daniel DePetris, Foreign Policy Fellow at Defense Priorities, to examine the latest developments on the battlefield of the war between Ukraine and Russia, the implications for U.S. strategy, and what may lie ahead for both Kyiv and Moscow. Then, political analyst & publisher of Lunchtime Politics Ron Faucheux joins the show to take another look at yesterday’s electio...

The ballots are tallied, the dust is beginning to settle, and the political fallout is just getting started, so what do yesterday’s election results mean for the balance of power? Nationally renowned political analyst and publisher of Lunchtime Politics, Ron Faucheux, joins Newell to break down the biggest surprises, the key takeaways, and what this all signals for the road ahead.

With the conflict between Russia and Ukraine grinding on and shifting the balance of global security, is a path toward peace even on the horizon, or are both sides locked in an endless war of attrition? Daniel DePetris, Foreign Policy Fellow at Defense Priorities, joins Newell to unpack the latest developments on the frontlines, what it means for U.S. strategy, and what the coming months could loo...

This hour, Newell has on Michael Hecht of GNO Inc. to discuss GNO, Inc., LED, and Mayor Helena Moreno "working the room" in Paris and London, Louisiana putting $265.7 million in coastal restoration funds into two projects that restore up to 1,700 acres of land, Louisiana earning a better report card from Fitch Ratings, and more. Then, Dr. Joseph Bouie, Jr., Chancellor of Southern University at New...

Dr. Joseph Bouie, Jr., Chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans, joins Newell to discuss the launch of new academic programs and the reimplementation of weekend and evening college.

This hour, Newell shares his thoughts on the results of the 2026 midterm elections, in which Democrats take control over both the House and the Senate, and what message President Trump should take away from the voters. Then, Robert Hogan, Professor & Department Chair of Political Science at LSU, joins the show to review yesterday’s election: who came out on top, where the major upsets unfolded, an...

The polls are officially closed, the ballots are counted, and the political landscape has shifted, so what do the results actually mean for you? LSU Political Science Department Chair Dr. Robert Hogan joins Newell to review yesterday’s election: who came out on top, where the major upsets unfolded, and what these numbers signal for the road ahead.

Newell shares his thoughts on the results of the 2026 midterm elections, in which Democrats take control over both the House and the Senate, and what message President Trump should take away from the voters.

If you're tired of the election, we won't belabor the point, but we will discuss the economy, from fuel prices to

On today's show, Newell talks about the importance of voting, having fair and free elections, the value of keeping up with the voter rolls, and the immoral harm of purposely deceiving the voters. Then, Newell has on Veteran political analyst and pollster Bernie Pinsonat to break down the marquee races, what voter turnout signals for both parties, and which key precincts will tell the story tonight...

This hour, Newell is joined by Mayor Helena Moreno to discuss the key infrastructure and cultural takeaways from her recent official trip to Paris, the future of the Essence Festival, what a partial millage roll forward means for your bottom line, and more.

This hour, Newell has on Dottie Belletto, CEO of the Bayou Classic, and Candice Brock, Project Manager of the Bayou Classic, to take us inside the Bayou Business Bowl, an innovative HBCU student competition that's connecting tomorrow’s talent with corporate leaders and investors, creating pathways to internships, mentorships, and careers right here in Louisiana. Then, Ira Mehlman, Media Director f...

A major legal blow to release without bond for undocumented migrants facing deportation. The full Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that migrants subject to mandatory detention have no constitutional right under the Fifth Amendment to a bond hearing or release into the United States. Backing arguments from the Federation for American Immigration Reform, the en banc court determined that bec...

Dottie Belletto, CEO of the Bayou Classic, and Candice Brock, Project Manager of the Bayou Classic, take us inside the Bayou Business Bowl, an innovative HBCU student competition that's connecting tomorrow’s talent with corporate leaders and investors, creating pathways to internships, mentorships, and careers right here in Louisiana.

This hour, Newell talks about the importance of voting, having fair and free elections, the value of keeping up with the voter rolls, and the immoral harm of purposely deceiving the voters. Then, veteran political analyst and pollster Bernie Pinsonat joins the show to break down the marquee races, what voter turnout signals for both parties, and which key precincts will tell the story tonight.

The polls are open, the votes are coming in, and the stakes couldn’t be higher across Louisiana; it’s Election Day! Veteran political analyst and pollster Bernie Pinsonat joins Newell to break down the marquee races, what voter turnout signals for both parties, and which key precincts will tell the story tonight.

Newell talks about the importance of voting, having fair and free elections, the value of keeping up with the voter rolls, and the immoral harm of purposely deceiving the voters.

On today's show, Newell shares his thoughts on Democratic Representative Haley Stevens sparking an election-week political firestorm by revoking her endorsement of Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and instead backing Trump-backed Republican Mike Rogers. The sudden announcement has thrown Michigan’s critical U.S. Senate race into chaos just days before the election. Then, Newell has on CEI...

This hour, Newell has on Jennifer Carpenter, President & CEO of The American Waterways Operators, as the administration weighs a critical decision on whether to extend the controversial Jones Act waiver.

Newell is joined by Jennifer Carpenter, President and CEO of the American Waterways Operators, as the administration weighs a critical decision on whether to extend the controversial Jones Act waiver. With lawmakers demanding answers over foreign vessels moving tens of millions in petroleum without required disclosures and growing alarms raised about Chinese state-owned shipping near U.S. coastlin...

This hour, Newell is joined by Athletic Director Mike Giorlando, Head Coach Stacy Hollowell, former LSU Head Coach John Brady, and former UNO star and 13-year NBA veteran Ervin Johnson to talk about the UNO's transition to LSU New Orleans, the season ahead, and a huge opening week for the program.

This hour, Newell shares his thoughts on Democratic Representative Haley Stevens sparking an election-week political firestorm by revoking her endorsement of Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and instead backing Trump-backed Republican Mike Rogers. The sudden announcement has thrown Michigan’s critical U.S. Senate race into chaos just days before the election. Then, CEI Senior Economist Rya...

Still feeling the pinch at the grocery store and the pump? The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady for now, but with stubborn inflation fueled by overseas conflict and market uncertainty, the relief might not last. Ryan Young, Senior Economist at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, joins Newell to explain why your wallet should brace for the Fed’s next move and why another rate hike...

Newell shares his thoughts on Democratic Representative Haley Stevens sparking an election-week political firestorm by revoking her endorsement of Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed and instead backing Trump-backed Republican Mike Rogers. The sudden announcement has thrown Michigan’s critical U.S. Senate race into chaos just days before the election.