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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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Roy Fletcher, Mark Ballard 16.11.2023

Political consultant Roy Fletcher speaks on various local political topics including the upcoming November 18th election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives an update on what's new in Washington and also congressional redistricting in Louisiana.

Mike Wolf, Paul Arrigo 15.11.2023

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf speaks on various political topics including new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and also an update on congressional redistricting in Louisiana. Former head of Visit Baton Rouge Paul Arrigo talks what's new throughout the city.

Julie Farnam, Troy Hebert, Mike Shepard 14.11.2023

Journalist Julie Farnam remembers the January 6th insurrection by referring to her latest work, "Domestic Darkness". Former State Rep. Troy Hebert talks various Louisiana political topics including new governor Jeff Landry and the upcoming November 18th election. President and executive director of Louisiana Music Hall of Fame Mike Shepard talks the upcoming induction ceremony this Thursday, Novem...

Cecil Williams, Belinda Davis, Helena de Bres 13.11.2023

Photographer, publisher, author and inventor Cecil Williams gives insight into his work in the 1950 Civil Rights Movement and also remembers 35th president John F. Kennedy by speaking on the upcoming event at the Old State Capitol, "Photography History: A Talk with Cecil Williams". For more information, visit https://louisianaoldstatecapitol.org/exhibits-events/cecil-williams . Candidate for State...

James Carville 10.11.2023

Longtime politico James Carville talks various local and national political topics including the 2024 Presidential Election and also Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and Louisiana Governor, Jeff Landry.

James Carville 10.11.2023

Longtime politico James Carville talks various local and national political topics including the 2024 Presidential Election and also Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and Louisiana Governor, Jeff Landry.

Dr. Alena Allen, Heather Roemer & Will Campbell, Kelly Sather 10.11.2023

Dean of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Dr. Alena Allen speaks on her life and career to this point and also what's new with the LSU Law Center. Heather Roemer and Will Campbell from b1 Bank give insight into b1's new Foundation, the Buddy Roemer Small Business Center. Author Kelly Sather talks her latest work, "Small in Real Life".

Dr. Alena Allen, Heather Roemer & Will Campbell, Kelly Sather 08.11.2023

Dean of the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center Dr. Alena Allen speaks on her life and career to this point and also what's new with the LSU Law Center. Heather Roemer and Will Campbell from b1 Bank give insight into b1's new Foundation, the Buddy Roemer Small Business Center. Author Kelly Sather talks her latest work, "Small in Real Life".

Fred Dent, Jeff Sadow, Brandee Patrick 07.11.2023

Financial advisor Fred Dent gives insight into the current state of market and what's to come. Associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow speaks on new Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and also upcoming elections in Kentucky and Mississippi. Director of Communications at Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs Brandee Patrick talks an upcoming sh...

Larry Carter, Michael Bell, Gwen Palagi 06.11.2023

President of Louisiana Federation of Teachers union Larry Carter discusses the union's stance on appealing standard test scores to aid some high school students in receiving their diploma. Executive director of the Jenny Craig Institute for the Study of War and Democracy Michael Bell speaks on the opening of the last pavilion at the WWII Museum in New Orleans. BR Gallery Development Director Gwen...

Cleo Fields, Denny McLain 03.11.2023

Member of the Louisiana State Senate Cleo Fields gives insight into the transition following the October 14th election. MLB legend Denny McLain reflects on his life and career throughout the years.

Bob Mann, Mark Ballard 02.11.2023

Manship Chair in Journalism at the Manship School of Mass Communication Bob Mann speaks new governor Jeff Landry impact on his decision to resign from LSU and also what's to come for him. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives his thoughts on Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson.

Ronnie Morris, Jim Engster, Lori Parquet, Kristin Sosnowsky, Vastine Stabler 01.11.2023

Member of the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education Ronnie Morris gives his thoughts on the graduation requirements for the state of Louisiana amid the recent objected proposal regarding alternatives to the standardized exam needed to graduate. Talk LA host Jim Engster talks various political topics including the latest on the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Kristin S...

Steve Myers, Trent Angers 31.10.2023

Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives to represent District 70 Steve Myers speaks on his campaign and candidacy amid the upcoming November runoff. Writer and publisher Trent Angers talks his latest work, "Dale Brown Court".

Steve Myers, Trent Angers 31.10.2023

Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives to represent District 70 Steve Myers speaks on his campaign and candidacy amid the upcoming November runoff. Writer and publisher Trent Angers talks his latest work, "Dale Brown Court".

Gene Mills, Chris Andrews 31.10.2023

President at Louisiana Family Forum Gene Mills gives his take on local and national politics by speaking on the October 14th election and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Rev. Chris Andrews talks various political topics including thoughts on Mike Johnson.

Adam Johnson, Mandie Landry 30.10.2023

BRSO’s Music Director Adam Johnson gives the latest on the program so far and the upcoming performance "Orchestral Series II". For tickets and more information, visit https://www.brso.org/event-calendar/os2-nov2 . Democrat and Louisiana House of Representative member Mandie Landry speaks on her recent win, the future of the Democratic party, and also thoughts on the new governor.

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser, Stephanie Grace 27.10.2023

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser speaks on his reelection for his third term and also new governor, Jeff Landry. The Advocate's Stephanie Grace speaks on various political topics including the October 14th election and new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson.

Chief Murphy Paul, Mark Ballard, Brandon Jolly, Molly Buchmann 26.10.2023

EBR Parish Police Chief Murphy Paul speaks on the days leading up to his departure from the force and also comments on the recent tragedy in Maine. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the latest on the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Local citizen involved in the I-55 pileup Brandon Jolly gives his take on the tragedy. Co-artistic director of BRBT, co-owner of The Dancers’ Workshop and retir...

Steve Myers, Trent Angers 24.10.2023

Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives to represent District 70 Steve Myers speaks on his campaign and candidacy amid the upcoming November runoff. Writer and publisher Trent Angers talks his latest work, "Dale Brown Court".

Sister Helen Prejean, Melissa Flournoy 20.10.2023

Leading voice for death penalty abolition Sister Helen Prejean speaks on her best selling book turned film, "Dead Man Walking" and also gives her thoughts on the death penalty in Louisiana. Chair of the Board of Louisiana Progress Melissa Flournoy talks the results of the October 14th primary election and what's to come.

Fred Dent, Mark Ballard, David Alexander 19.10.2023

Financial analyst Fred Dent remembers the 1987 stock market crash, "Black Monday" on its 36 year anniversary. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives an update on national and local politics. Photographer David Alexander talks his latest work, "Pictures of Time".

Lindsey Cheek, Ted James, Morris Ardoin, Robert Boyers 18.10.2023

Louisiana Attorney General candidate Lindsey Cheek speaks on campaign and candidacy moving towards the run-off election. Region VI Administrator Ted James gives insight into the Democratic party following recent elections. Writer Morris Ardoin reflects on his life by referencing his memoir, "Stone Motel". Essayist Robert Boyers talks his latest work, " Maestros & Monsters".

Mary-Patricia Wray, Gary Chambers, John Ed Bradley 17.10.2023

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray is joined by civil rights activist and politician Gary Chambers to discuss Louisiana politics moving forward after the recent governor's election. Writer John Ed Bradley remembers legendary LSU football coach Charles McClendon on what would have been his 100th birthday.

Tyler Bridges, Ron Faucheux, Brig. Gen. Justin Swanson 16.10.2023

Writer for The Advocate and The Times-Picayune Tyler Bridges is joined by Louisiana Politico Ron Faucheux to give a recap on the primary election. Commander for the 310th Sustainment Command Brig. Gen. Justin Swanson talks LSU's upcoming game against ARMY.

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