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This week, Michelle and Ellie are joined by Louisiana State Senator Royce Duplessis for a candid conversation about one of the most consequential legislative sessions in recent Louisiana history. From attacks on voting rights and Black political representation to the targeting of New Orleans institutions, Sen. Duplessis breaks down what happened, why it matters, and what comes next. Follow Senator...

In this episode Ellie and Michelle break down some of the most notable bills from the 2026 legislative session—from anti-abortion messaging bills, attacks on LGBTQ+ protections, parental rights legislation, and the latest entries in Louisiana's MAGA agenda. You can now watch us on YouTube Send us a message on Instagram or at info@liftlouisiana.org Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @LiftLouisiana ...

In this week’s episode, Michelle and Ellie unpack another chaotic week in Louisiana and national politics. Governor Jeff Landry is trying to lure the youth of Greenland to his house with promises of unlimited chocolate chip cookies. Trump’s stealing our money and giving it to criminals. The Louisiana Right to Life cannot be trusted and their messaging sucks.  You can now watch us on YouTube Send u...

Louisiana's legislature held hearings until 4:30 IN THE MORNING to ram through redistricting maps that gut Black voting power — and Michelle was there for basically all of it. Ellie was not, because she's been on a journey of self-discovery and starting a new firm, which she hates talking about but talked about anyway. This week: a racist senator yells "shut up" at a room full of constituents, a c...

We’re going to do something different this week. On May 8th, the Louisiana Senate Government Affairs committee held a hearing about proposed new maps that would redraw our 6 Congressional Districts. Hundreds of people came to the Capitol to testify. We are going to play some of that testimony without commentary because we think everyone needs to hear it.  To keep up with what's happening with Loui...

Courts are doing things. Louisiana is doing things. The Fifth Circuit is doing things. None of it is good. Pour yourself something strong and join Ellie and Michelle as they try to make sense of the week that was. The SCOTUS opinion in Louisiana v. Callais dropped this week and Alito is gaslighting us all. And a three-judge Fifth Circuit panel effectively reinstated in-person prescription requirem...

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk about the conservative freakout about the declining teen birth rate, the middle finger voters in Virginia gave to Trump, Jazzfest drivers messing up New Orleans, whether Charlie Kirk was a model of success that students should be forced to emulate, and finally, Michelle backs up her thesis about Senator Jay Morris. From this episode: Judge bars certificatio...

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk about JD Vance’s warning to Pope Leo, the absurd outcome of the debate over pregnancy centers providing healthcare without being licensed, and, of course, another chapter in Representative Crew’s crusade against pronouns.  To contact legislators about specific bills: Yes on HB 897 Protect Health Data Privacy   You can now watch us on YouTube Follow us on In...

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle are joined by Aubrey Allison, a content creator in New Orleans who blends culture, news and politics with humor and sarcasm in a way that is delightful. Aubrey shares how she thinks about using social media to spread information people need but making sure there’s hope core in the mix. Then Ellie and Michelle give a quick update on the pregnancy center bills.  L...

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle run through a laundry list of batshit stuff that happened nationally and in Louisiana. How did the Artemis II launch get overshadowed by the Supreme Court’s bizarre decision on conversion therapy, the spectacle of Kristi Noem, Lindsey Graham, and Pam Jo, and Trump’s temper tantrum at SCOTUS. Back on the Gulf, The Right to Life wants to show kids propaganda video...

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle discuss recent legislative developments in Louisiana, how the SAVE Act disenfranchises women, and why we need more secular traditions. Also, Louisiana is trying to sneak through a Baby Olivia Bill - but we’re on to them. VoteRiders is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization that for more than a decade has helped voters who live in states that require I...

Michelle and Ellie unpack recent legislative developments in Louisiana including the influence of religious and unlicensed pregnancy centers, their role in propagation of misinformation, and their lack of regulation. They also discuss Ohio Republicans proposing a pregnancy registry requiring health providers to report fetal heartbeats and pregnancy outcomes. And the US Congress's Ludicrous proposa...

Michelle and Ellie are back in the legislative trenches after last week’s podcast episode suffered a catastrophic recording error. So they recorded it again, because there’s wild stuff this legislative session in Louisiana. Lawmakers are trying to do everything from changing the definition of abortion to giving parents unfettered rights- including refusing to treat their children with cancer. Seri...

In this episode, Michelle and Ellie analyze recent and proposed Louisiana bills, focusing on regulation of pregnancy centers and MAGA legislator’s absurd response to Minneapolis protests. They also discuss the broader implications for civil liberties and healthcare access in the state. From this episode: Louisiana Lawsuit Seeks Immediate Nationwide Restrictions on Medication Abortion Louisiana, Tr...

In this episode, Michelle and Ellie discuss Trump’s meltdown over the Supreme Court decision in the tariff’s case, the March for Life spawning a measles outbreak, and the disturbing new campaign to ban sex-sex marriage.  From this episode: March for Life attendees may have been exposed to measles Court clears way for Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms to take effect Trump adds...

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk to Jessica Valenti about the current state of abortion rights in the U.S., the importance of local advocacy, and the impact of misinformation. They dig into the BS coercion narrative surrounding abortion and how critical it is to understand the complexities of abortion legislation to effectively advocate for change. From this episode: Get Jessica’s book Abo...

and does Landry think Greenland in covered in "snow"?

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle discuss the lawless and tumultuous start to 2026. They delve into the political climate under the Trump administration, focusing on the controversial actions in Venezuela and the implications of U.S. foreign policy. The conversation also touches on domestic issues, including the shooting in Minneapolis and the total lack of accountability for law enforcement act...

We hope you enjoy this little skip down memory lane. These are the best moments from the pod in 2025. We'll be back next year with new episodes.   You can now watch us on YouTube Send us a message on Instagram or at info@liftlouisiana.org - tell us what your Seriously?! moment is. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @LiftLouisiana Get Updates from Lift Louisiana

In this episode, Ellie and Michelle talk to Executive Director of Reproductive Health and Freedom Watch, Debra Rosen. They go deep on the sketchy fundraising practices of unregulated pregnancy clinics (UPCs) and their violations of patient privacy. They also discuss the Diddy documentary, Catahoula Crunch, and why middle-aged women just don’t give a F*** anymore.  Follow Reproductive Health and Fr...

This week, we want to introduce you to another awesome podcast, rePROs Fight Back. Every other Tuesday, Host Jennie Wetter does a deep-dive into reproductive health, rights, and justice issues like abortion, birth control, sex education, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more.  Preying With Pseudoscience: Crisis Pregnancy Centers’ New, Dangerous Rhetoric The term crisis pregnancy center (CPC) ref...

Ellie and Michelle continue the conversation delves into the controversial activities and beliefs of the anti-abortion organization. This week they focus on Live Action, led by Lila Rose. They have some hot takes on Rose's undercover investigations, her views on IVF, and the contentious topic of abortion pill reversal (which is not a thing).  Leave us a comment or review and you might just win som...