Ponchatoula Live

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Chris Pugh. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to Dr. Pugh about the success of Cypress Pointe Pharmacy and much more. You won't want to miss this inspiring story.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Marshall Muse III. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to Marshall about how he inspires our local youth as a teacher and role model. You won't want to miss his story.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Sharon Brown Carter. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to Sharon about how she succeeds as a mom, wife, nurse, realtor, and entrepreneur. You won't want to miss her inspiring story.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Joel Dicharry of Commission Man•Kind. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to Joel about how his family of 9 moved to Kenya (during a pandemic!) to build a well that brings clean drinking water to an entire region. You won't want to miss their inspiring story.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Mandy Mae Poche. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the talented artist and owner of Follow Your Art. You won't want to miss her story.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Tricia Hebert Landaiche. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the beloved coach of our undefeated PHS Girls Basketball Team. You won't want to miss this story of success on and off the court.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guests Stacey and Trevor Bordelon. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the owners of Twisted Tomato Pizzeria and Toula Burger Co. about their lives as successful local business owners. You won't want to miss this story of food, fun, and family.

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Marshall Graves. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the owner of Graves Automotive about his life as a preacher's kid, his experiences driving a school bus, and his success as a business owner. They also discuss the challenges and triumphs of raising not one, but two LSU Tiger basketball players. You won't want to miss this story of faith, fami...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Pete Clark. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the Allstate Insurance Agency owner about his upbringing in Ponchatoula, his leadership that brought the PHS Key Club to national prominence, and his success as a local business owner. You won't want to miss this story of community service and business leadership!

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Dr. Steve Lee, MD. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the physician from Advanced Pain Institute about his journey from New York to Tangipahoa, his training at Harvard Medical School, and his elite medical practice, as well as his harrowing personal battle with COVID-19. You won't want to miss this inspiring story!

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Mark Verbois. Our host Parker Layrisson engages with Mark, a local dad and influential community leader full of bright ideas, clear answers, and helpful information. They discuss the Tangipahoa School System, Leadership Tangipahoa, and Southeastern University, and much more. You won't want to miss this enlightening discussion on community and educa...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guests Capt. Logan Davis and Capt. Jacob Stevens. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to these renowned local experts who deliver unforgettable wildlife adventures such as hunting deer, ducks, and alligators, and spearfishing catfish through their service, NOLA Hunt & Fish. Known for their expertise, Captains Davis and Stevens are in high demand by hunters a...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Jeff Petkevicius. Our host Parker Layrisson is thrilled to introduce Jeff, a man deeply rooted in faith and community service, who is also a grand champion BBQ pitmaster and the founder of United by BBQ. Jeff shares his journey from a challenging past to becoming a beloved figure in Ponchatoula, touching on his diverse experiences from corporate Americ...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Riyen Helg of Stinky Mud Photography.  Our host Parker Layrisson engages with Riyen to explore his deep roots in Ponchatoula, his journey through the swamps and waterways capturing the essence of the region through his lens, and his evolution from an oil field career to a professional photographer. You won’t want to miss this inspiring story!

Join us on Ponchatoula Live as we delve into the world of one of Ponchatoula's most prominent business figures, Jeff LeSaicherre. Host Parker Layrisson welcomes successful entrepreneur and owner of Fleur de Lis Law & Title Company to discuss his deep-rooted family history in Ponchatoula and his evolution into a respected business leader. Jeff also shares insights into the challenges and tr...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Lieutenant Donald Burton from the Ponchatoula Police Department. Host Parker Layrisson talks with Lt. Burton, a real-life hero known for his dedication to community safety, youth education, and his courageous battle with cancer. Beyond his policing duties, Lt. Burton is also celebrated for his deep musical talents and devout Christian faith. This episo...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guests David and Shannon Finley. Our host Parker Layrisson discusses the incredible achievements of TJ Finley, Ponchatoula's star quarterback for the LSU Tigers. His parents, David and Shannon, share their pride and insights into TJ's rigorous training and preparation, reflecting on the emotional highs of his standout performance in his first LSU gam...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Judge Grace Gasaway. Our host Parker Layrisson talks to the award-winning judge and a key figure in Louisiana’s legal sphere. A local success story, Judge Gasaway shares her journey from growing up in Hammond to shaping the legal landscape across the state. You won't want to miss her insights on the diverse range of cases her court handles, includi...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Ponchatoula Police Chief Bry Layrisson. Host Parker Layrisson welcomes his brother, Chief Layrisson, to discuss his extensive service in law enforcement during challenging times. As the head of the Ponchatoula Police Department, Chief Layrisson shares insights into his team's dedication amidst hurricanes and pandemic conditions, notably partnering...

Check out #PonchatoulaLive with special guest Mary Beth Crovetto. Our host Parker Layrisson is joined by Mary Beth, the proud principal of Ponchatoula Junior High School. With over 33 years in education, Mary Beth not only discusses her career and the rich history of the school building, but also shares her exciting experiences on national game shows like 'Family Feud' and 'Wheel of Fo...

Martin Luther King, Jr. once said that the goal of education is intelligence plus character.  If you agree that our community should teach young people to think creatively and act morally, then you will enjoy the story of Dr. Danny Williams.  Danny is a retired educator who has molded Ponchatoula children in every capacity imaginable: teacher, principal, parish-wide curriculum director, college pr...

“The true measure of any society can be found in how it treats its most vulnerable members.” — Mahatma Gandhi  If you agree that our community only does well when we take care of our disabled neighbors, then you will love this interview with TARC CEO Kathleen Abels. TARC is as local nonprofit dedicated to providing opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to realize their full poten...

If you want to know what Ponchatoula was like in the 1950s, and you'd like to hear about it from a community icon, you're gonna love this episode! Eddie Layrisson is best known as the most successful and longest serving Sheriff in Tangipahoa Parish history. But before that he was a kid on his bike, a St. Joseph School student, and the starting quarterback for the PHS Green Wave. His interv...

Business leaders lead lives of impact and influence. They create jobs, training, and other opportunities for our community. They help us pay our bills and provide for our families. Sometimes, they make our dreams come true. Most folks underestimate the work, vision, and financial risk it takes to build a business worth millions. Not Chance Enmon! As the President and Chief Operating Officer of the...

If you like church, family, and Ponchatoula schools, you're gonna love Mary Beth Crovetto. Mary Beth serves as Principal of Ponchatoula Jr. High School, but that's just a small part of who she is. (https://www.tangischools.org/domain/473) She is -- first and foremost -- a devoted Christian. Her faith defines her. She is also a supportive wife and a nurturing mother. Her family enriches her...