Jim Engster

Talk Louisiana

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Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster airs weekdays at 9am and 9pm on WRKF.

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Jim Engster

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News

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www.wrkf.org

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Emilie Rhys, Dan Moldea 01.07.2024

Artist Emilie Rhys talks her latest work , "New Orleans Music Observed: The Art of Noel Rockmore and Emilie Rhys". Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea gives his take on American political topics including the upcoming presidential election and his thoughts on President Joe Biden stepping down and Vice President Kamala Harris stepping up.

Billy Nungesser, Mark Ballard, Mike Strain, Avery Davidson, Fred Hankton 28.06.2024

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser gives insight into what's new in tourism throughout the state. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on last night's presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry Mike Strain and Communications director for the Farm Bureau Avery Davidson talk agriculture throughout America and also the Louisiana Farm Bu...

Lester Duhé, Pete Crean, James Williams 27.06.2024

Political consultant Lester Duhé talks various topics including his WWII veteran father and also the great entity of the WWII Museum amid the anniversary of D-Day. Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the WWII Museum James Williams is joined by Vice President of Education and Access Pete Crean to discuss upcoming events at the museum and other WWII topics.

Piper Hutchinson, Tim Temple 26.06.2024

Reporter for the Louisiana Illuminator Piper Hutchinson gives insight into whats new regarding higher education in Louisiana with the latest bills and university faculty. Commissioner of Insurance of Louisiana Tim Temple talks the latest veto session and the ongoing insurance crisis in our state.

Clarence Page, Jeannie Luckett, Lynn Rossi, James Charles Smith 25.06.2024

Award-winning journalist Clarence Page talks various topics and also comments on American political topics including the presidential election and its candidates amid the upcoming debate. Education Curator at West Baton Rouge Museum Jeannie Luckett is joined by photographer and set designer Lynn Rossi to speak on the latest exhibit, "Evolution of the Revolution ". For more information, visit westb...

Jim Engster, Foster Campbell, Jency Griffin Hogan, Jason Furrate 24.06.2024

Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster comments on various topics including the upcoming presidential election and its candidates, various local elections, and also insurance in our city amid hurricane season. Public Service Commission Foster Campbell talks potential candidates. Writer and director Jason Furrate is joined by actress and casting director Jency Griffin Hogan to speak on their latest work,...

Gene Mills, Kevin Cope, Regina Barrow 21.06.2024

President of Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills comments on the latest session and the Ten Commandments bill. Robert and Rita Wetta Adams Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Louisiana State University Kevin Cope talks the Ten Commandments bill and other Louisiana political topics. District 15 as a Louisiana State Senator Regina Barrow speaks on the recent surgical castration bill.

Gene Mills, Kevin Cope, Regina Barrow 21.06.2024

President of Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills comments on the latest session and the Ten Commandments bill. Robert and Rita Wetta Adams Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Louisiana State University Kevin Cope talks the Ten Commandments bill and other Louisiana political topics. District 15 as a Louisiana State Senator Regina Barrow speaks on the recent surgical castration bill.

Denny McLain, Mark Ballard 20.06.2024

MLB legend Denny McLain remembers the great Willie Mays amid his recent passing. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including the Ten Commandments in schools and the upcoming presidential election.

Gary Chambers, Elbert Guillory, Remembering Willie Mays, Lucy Antek Johnson 19.06.2024

Civil rights activist and politician Gary Chambers is joined by former member of the Louisiana State Senate Elbert Guillory to discuss various political topics. Producer and author Lucy Antek Johnson speaks on her latest work, "This Was Toscanini".

Francis Rooney, Jim Engster, Don Nelson 18.06.2024

Former US Representative Ambassador Francis Rooney talks various political topics including the war on Ukraine and the upcoming presidential election. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster talks political topics including Donald Trump and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Louisiana Radio Network salesman Don Nelson remembers talk show host Alan Berg on the 40th anniversary of his assassination.

Dr. Alena Allen, Tyler Bridges, Dayne Sherman, Sid Champagne 17.06.2024

Dean of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Dr. Alena Allen gives insight into whats new at the law center. Reporter Tyler Bridges is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various topics including local politics and academia. Photographer Sid Champagne talks his life and career to this point.

Melissa Flournoy, Quin Hillyer, Dr. Michael Henderson 14.06.2024

Cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by columnist Quin Hillyer to discuss various local and national political topics. Political communication area head at the Manship School Dr. Michael Henderson talks major issues throughout the state and also comments on the upcoming presidential election.

Greg Iles, Mark Ballard 13.06.2024

Novelist Greg Iles talks his latest work, "Southern Man". The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various national and local political topics.

Michelle Singletary, Molly Sullivan, Eric Weiner 12.06.2024

Washington Post journalist Michelle Singletary speaks on the etiquette of tipping in America. Molly Sullivan remembers the heroic act of saving the life of Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster 20 years ago today. Author Eric Weiner talks his latest work "Ben and Me".

John Couvillon, Adonica Duggan 11.06.2024

Pollster and political strategist John Couvillon comments on various local political topics including the latest legislative session. Chief Executive Officer for Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Duggan talks education throughout the state and also federal politics amid the upcoming presidential debate.

John Couvillon, Adonica Duggan 11.06.2024

Pollster and political strategist John Couvillon comments on various local political topics including the latest legislative session. Chief Executive Officer for Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Duggan talks education throughout the state and also federal politics amid the upcoming presidential debate.

President-Chancellor Dennis Shields, Chancellor John Pierre, Chancellor-Dean Orlando McMeans 10.06.2024

President of the Southern University System and chancellor of Southern University and A&M College Dennis Shields is joined by Southern University Law Center Chancellor John Pierre and Dean of Southern University Dr. Orlando McMeans to discuss all things Southern University, from the Law Center to the Ag Center.

Tolley Fletcher, James Carville 07.06.2024

D-Day Veteran Tolley Fletcher reflects on the historic event 80 years later. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various topics.

General Russel Honore, Mark Ballard 06.06.2024

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore remembers "D-Day" on it's 80th anniversary and also comments on the recent legislative session. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the Trump trial verdict.

Susan Mailer, J. Michael Lennon, Fred Dent, Heather Prudhomme, John Lyons 05.06.2024

American psychoanalyst, writer, and daughter of legendary novelist and journalist Norman Mailer Susan Mailer is joined by writer J. Michael Lennon to reflect on the life and times of Norman Mailer. Financial advisor Fred Dent gives an update on the markets amid the 2024 presidential election. Founder of Queens of Louisiana Heather Prudhomme is joined by vice president and board member John Lyons t...

Mary Stein, Mary Patricia Wray, Remembering Smiley Anders 04.06.2024

Assistant Library Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks upcoming events at the library. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray comments on various political topics including the ending of the session and also the Trump trial verdict. Talk Louisiana remembers veteran columnist Smiley Anders.

Lewis Unglesby, Dayne Sherman, Troy Hebert 03.06.2024

Defense attorney Lewis Unglesby comments on the recent Trump trial verdict as well as the upcoming trials. Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman is joined by former State Rep. Troy Hebert to discuss the ending of the legislative session and also the upcoming presidential election.

Smiley Anders, Joyce Malcolm, Tim Wendel, Leigh Steinberg 03.06.2024

Columnist for The Advocate Smiley Anders reflects on his career over the years and also the current state of journalism. Author Joyce Malcolm, talks her latest work, "The Times That Try Men's Soul". Writer Tim Wendel talks his latest book, "Rebel Falls". Sports agent Leigh Steinberg speaks on his career and also what's new in the world of sports.

Billy Nungesser, Jim Brown 31.05.2024

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser talks tourism throughout the state. Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown speaks on various political topics including the Trump trial verdict.

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