Newtral Groundz

Ground Zereaux

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The Ground Zereaux Podcast is Newtral Groundz’s official deep-dive into the politics, people, and power plays shaping New Orleans. Hosted with a local lens and sharp insight, each episode breaks down the issues that matter, from mayoral races and public safety to grassroots movements and economic opportunity. We sit down with candidates, community leaders, and everyday New Orleanians to cut through the noise and ask the questions the streets are already asking.

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Frank Janusa: The Accountant Running for Mayor Says New Orleans Is Financially Collapsing 21.08.2025 55:38

Frank Janusa isn’t your typical politician—he’s a Republican CPA with a plan to rescue New Orleans from financial collapse. In this explosive interview, Janusa reveals the shocking truth about the city’s $2 billion budget, hidden trust funds, and why no one’s telling you where the money is really going. From filling potholes himself to uncovering decades of mismanagement, Janusa makes the case for...

Royce Duplessis Talks Community Roots, State Politics, and Why He’s Running for Mayor of New Orleans 18.08.2025 41:47

New Orleans native and State Senator Royce Duplessis joins us to talk about why he’s running for mayor, the challenges facing the city post-Katrina, and what it will take to truly rebuild and retain talent. In this powerful conversation, Royce opens up about growing up in Gentilly, the brain drain crisis, New Orleans' broken infrastructure, the future of public education, and what made him step in...

Oliver Thomas on Power, Politics, and a Second Chance at Leadership - New Orleans Mayor Race 2025 04.08.2025 46:15

In this episode, we sit down with New Orleans City Councilman and mayoral candidate Oliver Thomas for an unfiltered conversation about governance, comeback, and the future of the city. From navigating scandal to shaping public policy, Thomas reflects on his decades-long political journey, what he’s learned on the inside, and why he believes now is the time to lead. We cover crime, infrastructure,...

Helena Moreno: Running for Mayor to Get New Orleans Functioning Again 31.07.2025 48:10

In this powerful episode of Ground Zereaux, we sit down with Helena Moreno—Emmy-winning journalist, longtime City Council President, and now candidate for mayor of New Orleans. Helena opens up about her journey from a small-town news desk to the State Legislature, shares the lessons she’s learned from tragedy and public service, and lays out a bold plan to rebuild a functioning New Orleans. We div...

Ricky Twiggs: “New Orleans Has PTSD, And No One’s Treating It” 25.07.2025 50:54

Ricky Twigs, licensed counselor and independent candidate for mayor of New Orleans, delivers a powerful and urgent message about the city’s unraveling systems—from trauma and hopelessness to institutional collapse and unchecked corruption. In this raw conversation, Twigs breaks down why New Orleans is suffering from collective PTSD, how young people are losing hope, and why the political machine m...

From Courtroom to Campaign Trail: Arthur Hunter’s War on Corruption 22.07.2025 35:56

Former judge and ex-cop Arthur Hunter is running for mayor of New Orleans—and he's not playing politics. In this explosive conversation, Hunter reveals the truth about corruption, crime, and what really broke the city. From filing civil rights lawsuits against the police to rebuilding post-Katrina justice, Hunter shares his unfiltered vision for a safer, fairer, and more innovative New Orleans. Th...