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

Hunter Lundy, Franklin Foil, Nicholas Smith 26.03.2026

Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy comments on various topics including the staged wreck scheme in New Orleans, the Trump administration, and the upcoming Senate election. Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil speaks on the war in Iran and also the ongoing Legislative Session. Grandson of author Ernest Gaines, Nicholas Smith gives insight into the bill proposal to honor Gaines on a portion of LA...

Mary Patricia Wray, Carolyn Coleman, Chris Csonka, Paul Maassen 25.03.2026

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray comments on the run off in the Louisiana senate race, and topical political subjects. Council member for District 10 Carolyn Coleman is joined by executive director of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Chris Csonka to talk the upcoming 2026 Community Warrant Resolution event happening Friday, March 27th. For more information or to pre-register, please vi...

Collis Temple, George Sells, Donnie Swaggart 24.03.2026

Former LSU basketball player and LSU and BREC board member Collis Temple comments on various topics including the world of NIL, LSU and Troy Middleton, and the City Park Golf Course. Veteran anchorman George Sells speaks on the demise of CBS Radio News. Pastor Donnie Swaggart talks tonight's "Parental Awareness Night". For more information, visit https://www.fwcbr.org/events/parental-awareness-nig...

Nick Albares, Tyler Bridges 23.03.2026

Democratic Candidate for United States Senate Nick Albares talks his campaign and candidacy and also comments on world issues including the war in Iran. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including the upcoming elections and prospective candidate debates.

Kaitlyn Joshua, Troy Hebert, James Carville 20.03.2026

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss various political topics including upcoming elections and the war in Iran. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various topics including upcoming elections and candidates, Pres. Trump, and the war in Iran.

Adonica Duggan, Foster Campbell, Neal Choppin 19.03.2026

Chief Executive Officer for the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Duggan talks the organization and its impact in the community. Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell talks various topics including the latest on the educational trust fund, the upcoming Senate election, and the war in Iran. Board president for DSAG Neal Choppin to speaks on the upcoming "Buddy Walk" event. F...

Sid Edwards, Jonathan Earle 18.03.2026

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks the legislative session and gives updates on what's happening in Baton Rouge. Dean of the LSU Ogden Honors College Jonathan Earle discusses his career and time at LSU, and speaks on his background as a historian.

Charles Lussier, Francis Rooney, Ruth Franklin 17.03.2026

Reporter for The Advocate and president of the Louisiana Capital Correspondents Association Charles Lussier talks the return of "The Gridiron Show". Former U.S. ambassador Francis Rooney comments on Pres. Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Literary critic and author Ruth Franklin talks her latest work, "The Many Lives of Anne Frank".

Mike Wolf, Darrell Glasper, Scott Sternberg, John Wirt 16.03.2026

Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper to discuss various political topics including the upcoming US senate race and the ongoing war in Iran. Attorney Scott Sternberg gives insight into Tiger Rag Magazine, LA Illuminator, and WAFB-TV's lawsuit against LSU. Music and film critic John Wirt comments on the Oscars.

Richard Fontaine, Billy Tauzin, Mandie Landry 13.03.2026

Foreign policy analyst and CEO of CNAS Richard Fontaine comments on the ongoing war in Iran. Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin talks the latest with Pres. Trump and the upcoming midterm election. State Representative Mandie Landry gives a recap of the first week of the legislative session.

AJ Cade, Ted Schirmer, Cleo Fields, Sandy Parfait 12.03.2026

Retired United States Marine and author AJ Cade talks his latest work, "Death or Victory". Former LSU student body president Ted Schirmer gives his thoughts on war draft dodgers in high places. Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various topics including the effects of the ongoing war in Iran. Assistant Director of Operations & Visitor Services at LSU Museum of Art...

Tim Temple, Katie Bernhardt, Quin Hillyer 11.03.2026

Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance Tim Temple speaks on local insurance concerns and upcoming legislation. Former chair of the Louisiana Democratic Party Katie Bernhardt is joined by columnist and writer Quin Hillyer to comment on current political topics and discuss the war in Iran.

Tyler Bridges, Colonel Rob Maness, Bob Mann, Lamar White 10.03.2026

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including Gov. Landry's recent "State of the State" speech and the upcoming senate primary. Colonel Rob Maness is joined by former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann and journalist and activist Lamar White to discuss various political topics including Pres. Trump and the war in Iran.

JR Ball, Scott Wilfong, Dayne Sherman 09.03.2026

Former editor at the Business Report and Tiger Rag Magazine JR Ball gives his thoughts on our community and also speaks on his latest endeavor involving "RedEye BR". Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the upcoming senate election and the effects of the war in Iran.

Cleo Fields, Melissa Flournoy, Jeff Sadow 06.03.2026

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various topics including the war in Iran, Kristi Noem, and the upcoming election. Former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss various political topics including the Iranian war and the...

Remembering John Belushi, Todd Gaudin, Mark Ballard 05.03.2026

Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers comedian and actor John Belushi on 44th anniversary of his death. Lawyer Todd Gaudin speaks on the importance of estate planning and wills. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in local and nation politics including the upcoming election and the war in Iran.

Dan Moldea, General Russel Honore 04.03.2026

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea talks the current political climate amidst the war in Iran. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore gives his perspective on the war in Iran.

Mary Stein, Fred Dent, Stephen Maitland-Lewis 03.03.2026

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library talks the latest at the library including the upcoming "Attic Treasures and Collectibles" event and the upcoming tax vote. For more information, visit https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. Financial advisor Fred Dent joins for his monthly visit to discuss the current state of the markets with the ongoing war in Iran. Author Steph...

Christy Green, Alex Martin 02.03.2026

President of League of Women Voters Louisiana Christy Green talks the upcoming closed primary election. Wall Street Journal Print Editor Alex Martin comments on the latest in world news with Pres. Trump and the war in the Middle East.

Desiree Lemoine, Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser, Jan Moller, Dr. Faye Williams 27.02.2026

Campaign manager for Industry Makes Desiree Lemoine talks the latest in industrial developments throughout Louisiana. Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser speaks on various topics including tourism throughout the state, the "Make America Beautiful" initiative and also a new bill regarding a lifetime term limit on Louisiana governors. Executive director of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller...

Dr. David Putrino, Chesley Heymsfield, Mark Ballard, George Bell 26.02.2026

Director of Rehabilitation Innovation for the Mount Sinai Health System Dr. David Putrino is joined by the Executive Director of The Chesley Initiative Chesley Heymsfield to speak on the initiative as well as the impact and effects of long Covid. For more information, visit https://www.chesleyinitiative.org/event-details/louisianaroundtable. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various politica...

Michael Medved, Angela Roberts 25.02.2026

Radio host, author, and political commentator Michael Medved speaks in depth on the president's state of the union address from last night. Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives (District 69) Angela Roberts discusses her campaign and philosophies. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua also joins to advocate and endorse Angela.

Carlotta Walls LaNier, Warren Perrin 24.02.2026

The youngest of the 1957 Little Rock Nine Carlotta Walls LaNier reflects on her life and times by referencing her latest work "A Mighty Long Way". Lawyer and author Warren Perrin talks his life throughout the years as well as the importance of the preservation of French culture.

Rabbi Sarah Smiley, Dr. Brian Pedraza, Maria Chiriboga, Rachel Taber 23.02.2026

Rabbi Sarah Smiley of the Unified Jewish Congregation is joined by Dr. Brian Pedraza from Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University to discuss various topics regarding morality. Immigration attorney at The Scott Law Firm Maria Chiriboga in joined by immigration activist Rachel Taber to speak on immigration throughout our state.

Shawn Wilson, Tyler Bridges 20.02.2026

Democratic politician and former Secretary of the Louisiana DOTD Shawn Wilson speaks on various local political topics including the state of politics and campaigns, and also upcoming elections. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various topics including the closed primary senate election and the candidates.

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