Mornings with Brian Haldane

Jordan Generes from NeuroJust joins the show to discuss Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)—a breakthrough therapy for depression and anxiety that treats the root cause, not just the symptoms. With powerful analogies, and real data, Jordan explains why TMS is the game-changer patients have been waiting for. If traditional meds aren’t working, it might be time to call an audible.

As the federal government shutdown reaches day 29, Louisiana faces a critical challenge: ensuring nearly 800,000 residents continue receiving SNAP benefits starting November 1st. State Representative Jack McFarland joins the show to explain the state's proactive efforts to protect its most vulnerable populations—primarily the elderly, disabled, and children—from losing access to food assistance. M...

Attorney Franz Borghardt returns from France with jet lag and hot takes on an audacious Louvre jewel heist. Borghardt dissects the crime that sounds like Ocean’s Twelve but played out more like a clumsy smash-and-grab. From cherry pickers to crown jewels, he explores the legal implications, international law, and the surprising ease of the theft. Plus, Franz shares insights on how antiquities laws...

Congresswoman Julia Letlow joins the show for DC Current to unpack the ongoing government shutdown, now nearing a month. With SNAP and WIC benefits on the brink and TSA workers stretched thin. She shares personal frustrations, district concerns, and a hopeful outlook despite the gridlock. The conversation shifts to lighter moments, including LSU’s White House celebration and the buzz around Trump’...

Louisiana GOP Chairman Derek Babcock joins the show to unpack the controversy surrounding Loyola University's rejection of a Turning Point USA chapter. Babcock calls the decision “puzzling,” citing Loyola’s Jesuit values of truth and discernment. With no official explanation from the Student Government Association, speculation swirls around politics, protests, and faith. The GOP is stepping in to...

Congressman Troy Carter joins the show to discuss the ongoing federal government shutdown, now in its 28th day, and its growing impact on American families and federal workers. Carter emphasized the urgent need for bipartisan cooperation, compromise, and negotiation to end the shutdown, noting the strain on TSA workers, delayed services, and looming financial consequences for millions. He highligh...

Donnie Miller from the Ascension Parish Chamber joins the show for a crisp, foggy Tuesday chat about leadership, community, and connection. With applications closing soon for the 2026 Leadership Ascension class, Donnie shares how this 10-month program builds future leaders through hands-on experience and service projects. We explore Ascension’s unique blend of communities, its recent “winning seas...

Julie Emerson, Chair of Louisiana’s House Ways and Means Committee, has officially announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate. Emerson joins the show to share her motivation: a desire to offer voters a strong conservative alternative to Senator Bill Cassidy, whose recent decisions have frustrated many in the Republican base. Emerson emphasized her proven track record of passing conservative refor...

Jeff Crouere joins the show for a fiery Tuesday check-in. From LSU’s jaw-dropping $71 million coaching payouts to the tangled mess of Louisiana’s redistricting drama, Crouere unpacks the political and fiscal chaos gripping Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Jeff weighs in on gerrymandering, Troy Carter’s district protests, and the capital’s push for fair representation. Down south, New Orleans faces a s...

State Representative Paula Davis joins the show to unpack Louisiana’s unusually focused special session, centered on just two key bills: moving primary election dates and adjusting constitutional amendment timelines. Davis shares insights on the partisan dynamics, the importance of voter education around the new closed primary system, and the challenges facing no-party voters. She also reflects on...

Colin Raby and Grant Muslow from FarmMind.org join the show to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming agriculture. Born from a university research project, FarmMind uses agentic AI networks to turn massive datasets—weather, soil, regulations, and crop science—into actionable insights for farmers, consultants, and researchers. The system streamlines decision-making, boosts yields, redu...

Hunt Palmer, host of The Hunt Palmer Show and reporter for LouisianaSports.net, joins the show to break down the dramatic firing of LSU head coach Brian Kelly. Palmer recounts how the story unfolded Sunday, from early rumors to the confirmed team meeting that sealed Kelly’s fate. He discusses the heated exchange between Kelly and Athletic Director Scott Woodward, the massive $54 million buyout, an...

Rowdy Gaudet from the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI) joins the show to preview the upcoming Cybersecurity and AI Summit on November 5th. Hosted at LABI’s Baton Rouge headquarters, the event brings together top experts from Sparkhound, General Informatics, and the Cyber Innovation Center to explore how AI and cybersecurity are reshaping business. With sessions covering threat...

Moon Griffon joins the show to unpack the political undercurrents behind LSU’s decision to fire head coach Brian Kelly. Griffon claims Governor Jeff Landry played a pivotal role in raising the $54 million buyout, assembling a coalition of donors to make it happen. The conversation explores how Louisiana’s political structure gives the governor influence over LSU’s leadership, including the upcomin...

After Further Review host Matt Moscona joins the show to discuss the firing of LSU football coach Brian Kelly, a rare but increasingly familiar event for the university. Kelly, who had a 10-year, $95 million contract, was let go after a disappointing loss that capped a season filled with high expectations. Despite LSU’s financial constraints, the decision was made during Saturday’s game, with conv...

Joining the show for Medical Monday is Dr. Nakhle Saba to discuss CAR T-cell therapy, a groundbreaking cancer treatment offered by Our Lady of the Lake Health. CAR T uses a patient’s own immune cells, genetically reprogrammed to target and destroy cancer, offering a one-time, potentially curative option for several blood cancers. Dr. Saba explains how the therapy works, its FDA-approved uses, side...

Jasmine Lombrage from Bullfish Bistro, the Baton Rouge gem where Caribbean flavors meet Southern hospitality. Jasmine shares the story behind Bullfish, its commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and signature dishes like jerk fish, lamb chops, and life-changing ribeye. We also dive into their upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Brunch—a special event blending delicious food with community...

Tonight marks the grand finale of Baton Rouge’s beloved Live After Five fall concert series at Rhorer Plaza from 5–8 PM. Event organizer J Hover joins us to recap the season and preview the high-energy performance by Mixed Nuts, America’s favorite party band. Expect nonstop music, dancing, and a festival vibe with food trucks, local vendors, and family-friendly fun—all for free. J also shares how...

Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta is stepping into the U.S. Senate race, and in this episode, he shares his vision for Louisiana and America. With 17 years on the PSC and 40 years as an attorney, Skrmetta explains why he’s running, his plan to make America energy dominant, and how Louisiana can lead in industrial growth. From tariffs and manufacturing to veterans’ housing, school choice, a...

LSU fans heading to campus for the upcoming game tomorrow will notice significant changes aimed at improving safety and traffic flow. Michael Antoine, Associate Vice President of Public Safety at LSU, joins the show to outline the updates. The most visible change will be new traffic checkpoints along the campus perimeter, restricting access to permit holders in core areas. Non-permit holders will...

Chief Tracy Normand of the Louisiana Fire and Emergency Training Academy and Mike Smith from ExxonMobil join the show to explore Louisiana’s groundbreaking CO₂ Pipeline Emergency Training Program—a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to prepare firefighters and first responders for potential pipeline incidents. This program combines classroom instruction at River Parishes Community College with...

State Senator Caleb Kleinpeter joins the show to break down Louisiana’s urgent special session as lawmakers scramble to delay spring primaries. With the Supreme Court yet to rule on redistricting challenges under the Voting Rights Act, the legislature aims to push elections back by a month—hoping for clarity before deadlines hit. Kleinpeter explains the stakes: potential changes to Section 2, risk...

Marc Goldwein from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget joins to discuss the “Break Glass Plan”—a proactive strategy for handling future crises without ballooning the national debt. Goldwein explains why waiting until disaster strikes leads to reckless spending and outlines a four-part approach: immediate crisis response, responsible offsets, a spending freeze, and a fiscal commission to...

David Scott joins the show to discuss Season 3 of Interview with a Killer on Court TV, diving deeper into the minds of murderers. This season opens with a chilling two-hour special on Adam Curtis Williams, a career criminal who brutally killed a retired couple before fleeing to Mexico. Other cases include Rachel Wade, who admits for the first time that her teenage love-triangle murder wasn’t self-...

Kyle Callihan and Anthony Winters join the show to preview a jam-packed Veterans Week in Baton Rouge, blending tradition with fresh ideas to honor those who served. From a new golf tournament at Greystone to youth-focused JROTC events, cigar socials, gospel brunches, and Southern University football, the week is designed to meet veterans where they are and strengthen community ties. The duo also s...