Mornings with Brian Haldane

Governor Jeff Landry says Constitutional Amendment 3 would finally deliver a permanent teacher pay raise by using existing education funds to pay down retirement debt and redirect interest savings into salaries. Paired with Amendment 4, which phases out the inventory tax, Landry says the plan strengthens Louisiana’s finances, improves the business climate, and creates a path toward future income t...

Baton Rouge Police Chief T.J. Morse says a proposed pay raise for BRPD officers could be a game‑changer for public safety in the capital city, calling it long overdue and badly needed. The plan would raise starting pay from about $41,000 to $58,000 in an effort to address a shortage of nearly 170 officers, improve morale, and attract top‑tier law enforcement talent. Set for a Metro Council vote ne...

Louisiana lawmakers are advancing a $47 billion state budget they say reflects fiscal discipline while continuing to invest in key priorities across the state. State Rep. Jack McFarland, who carried multiple budget items through the House Appropriations Committee, joined Talk 107.3 to outline where the budget stands and what could still change as it moves forward.

Brian checked in with Jeff Crouere of Ringside Politics to break down several key issues on Louisiana’s upcoming May ballot and major developments in New Orleans. Greer said there is quiet but meaningful support statewide—especially in New Orleans—for Constitutional Amendment 2, which would allow the City of St. George to form its own school district, noting parallels to New Orleans’ post-Katrina...

State Representative Mark Wright joined the show to explain why he missed a closely watched committee vote last week, citing real‑life responsibilities as a caregiver for his mother with Alzheimer’s and the unpredictable demands of Louisiana’s part‑time legislature. Wright also discussed his legislation to allow the state to hedge the Budget Stabilization Fund with assets like gold, arguing it’s a...

In a wide‑ranging Monday conversation, Moon Griffon joined the show to reflect on everything from a rare weekend off to deeper concerns about technology’s growing role in everyday life. Griffon shared his thoughts on why today’s kids are losing basic life skills—like mental math, cursive writing, and tying shoes—arguing that convenience and constant reliance on phones have replaced hands‑on learni...

Will Green, president and CEO of the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry, says BayouWorks is designed to help Louisiana employers train and retain workers as billions of dollars in new projects come to the state. Modeled after Michigan’s successful “Going Pro” initiative, the program would help offset the cost of apprenticeships, certifications, and workforce training. Green says BayouW...

Wellness Wednesdays, through Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, help families build healthier habits by focusing on simple, realistic changes in nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and overall wellness. Experts say involving both kids and parents makes habits more likely to stick, especially when families cook, shop, and move together. The free weekly program makes healthy living approachabl...

On Foodie Friday, Talk 107.3 teamed up with Hope Ministries to spotlight A Taste of Hope, the organization’s annual fundraiser happening Tuesday, April 14, combining culinary creativity with a powerful mission. David Tidwell and chef Barrett Meeks shared how the event supports Hope Ministries’ work to prevent homelessness by addressing barriers before families fall into crisis—through initiatives...