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This hour, Newell shares his thoughts on a recent June 2026 poll conducted by Elon University that found that only 18% of self-described Democrats explicitly selected "proud" as the primary word to describe their feelings about the United States as it approaches its 250th anniversary. Then, Lucy Cordts, a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Senior Director of Behavioral Health at CrescentCare, joi...

Louisiana is one of just 10 states to receive federal funding for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics. Lucy Cordts, a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Senior Director of Behavioral Health at CrescentCare, joins Newell to explain why access to mental health care is so important and how we can help break the stigma surrounding it.

Newell shares his thoughts on a recent June 2026 poll conducted by Elon University that found that only 18% of self-described Democrats explicitly selected "proud" as the primary word to describe their feelings about the United States as it approaches its 250th anniversary.

Marco Rubio defends Donald Trump's 'inhumane hours,' plus new study reveals startling truths about how Dems really feel about America. Plus, the latest in Iran strategy, and why Scott Pelley should've expected to be fired.

On today's show, Newell has on Chief Anne Kirkpatrick, NOPD Superintendent, to talk about their press conference to warn car clubs not to engage in street takeovers, the latest on recruitment and retention, going back to biometric timekeeping, and crime trends showing continued reduction in all categories. Also, Mark Katz, Professor Emeritus at George Mason University and a nonresident Senior Fell...

This hour, Newell is joined by Rafael Goyeneche, President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, to talk about the legislature downsizing the New Orleans judiciary, changes in the number of state-funded district attorneys in New Orleans, and House Bill 719, which changes state funding and positions for assistant district attorneys across the state.

This hour, Newell has on Kelly Schulz, Senior Vice President of Communications and Public Relations for New Orleans & Company, to talk about the upcoming New Orleans Restaurant Week and the success of Sail 250. Then, Newell talks about the embarrassment of it taking two weeks for California to count their ballots after their polls close.

Kelly Schulz, Senior Vice President of Communications and Public Relations for New Orleans & Company, joins Newell to talk about the upcoming New Orleans Restaurant Week and the success of Sail 250.

As the midterms shape up, one of the biggest questions surrounds President Donald Trump and how much sway he'll continue to hold. Get the latest on a rare GOP rebuke over Iran, the loss of a $1.8B 'slush fund,' and what's next ... including the role of AI in elections.

This hour, Newell speaks with Chief Anne Kirkpatrick, NOPD Superintendent, about their press conference to warn car clubs not to engage in street takeovers, the latest on recruitment and retention, going back to biometric timekeeping, and crime trends showing continued reduction in all categories. Then, Mark Katz, Professor Emeritus at George Mason University and a nonresident Senior Fellow at the...

The war in Ukraine takes another dramatic turn. Ukraine has launched a major drone attack deep into Russia while questions continue about America’s role and future support as the US grilled Secretary of State Marco Rubio about US funding. Mark Katz, Professor Emeritus at George Mason University and a nonresident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, joins Newell to give the latest on the Ukraine/...

Americans Airlines let the narrative get away from them when first class passengers started getting downgraded to coach and the airline kept the price difference. Here's more. Plus, what did the primaries this week teach about the mood of voters? Simple. It's the economy, stupid.

Chief Anne Kirkpatrick, NOPD Superintendent, joins Newell to discuss their press conference to warn car clubs not to engage in street takeovers, the latest on recruitment and retention, going back to biometric timekeeping, and crime trends showing continued reduction in all categories.

On today's show, Newell opines on the Justice Department finalizing a legal settlement that permanently bars the IRS from auditing or prosecuting past tax returns filed by President Donald Trump, his family, and his business entities. Then, Newell has on Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser to talk about regaining Canadian tourism, his recent trip to Washington, DC, where he talked about the opport...

This hour, Newell is joined by Louisiana State Representative Jessica Domangue to discuss her legislative efforts to protect Louisiana seafood and support the families who depend on the industry. Then, Newell opens the phone lines and the WWL listeners chime in on Louisiana Wildlife & Fisheries programs.

Why is Google releasing 32 million mosquitoes on the U.S? Tommy Tucker discusses. Plus, experts weigh in on CBS' choice to fire Scott Pelley after the veteran "60 Minutes' host accused the network of bias and kowtowing to resident Donald Trump.

Louisiana’s shrimping industry continues fighting for survival against foreign imports and misleading seafood labeling. Louisiana State Representative Jessica Domangue, who comes from a long line of shrimpers, joins Newell to discuss her legislative efforts to protect Louisiana seafood and support the families who depend on the industry.

This hour, Newell has on Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to talk about Louisiana now having a dedicated financing tool for transportation infrastructure, New Orleans ranked second among mid-sized U.S. cities for small business support, and more. Then, Todd Murphy, the Chief Operating Officer of M Wealth Advisors, and Jasmine Brown, Chief External Affairs Officer at GNO Inc., join the s...

Todd Murphy, the Chief Operating Officer of M Wealth Advisors, and Jasmine Brown, Chief External Affairs Officer at GNO Inc., join Newell to give a recap of the legislative session regarding furthering and protecting our economic goals.

This hour, Newell opines on the Justice Department finalizing a legal settlement that permanently bars the IRS from auditing or prosecuting past tax returns filed by President Donald Trump, his family, and his business entities. Then, Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser joins the show to talk about regaining Canadian tourism, his recent trip to Washington, DC, where he talked about the opportunity...

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser joins Newell to talk about regaining Canadian tourism, his recent trip to Washington, DC, where he talked about the opportunity aerospace presents Louisiana, and attending the IPW conference on international tourism in Florida.

Newell opines on the Justice Department finalizing a legal settlement that permanently bars the IRS from auditing or prosecuting past tax returns filed by President Donald Trump, his family, and his business entities.

On today's show, Newell shares his thoughts on the Louisiana Supreme Court ruling in a 4-3 split decision to uphold Act 15, a state law that eliminated the criminal court clerk position won by exoneree Calvin Duncan. Then, Newell has on Janatan Sayeh, an Iran analyst with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, to discuss the latest on the US/Iranian conflict, Daphine Barnes, Executive Director...

This hour, Newell is joined by Mayor Helena Moreno to discuss the passing of the Sewerage & Water Board Governance Legislation, establishing the Adjudicated Property Task Force to tackle New Orleans' pervasive blight crisis, finances for hurricane/storm emergencies, and the success of SAIL 250, which kicked off the national America 250 celebration.