Talk Louisiana

American publisher, investigative journalist, political blogger, and author of the Bayou Brief Lamar White discusses the insurrection of the Capital as well as the congressional redistricting in Louisiana. Antiracist educator and author Britt Hawthorne talks about her book "Raising Antiracist Children".

Oncology Specialist Dr. Gerald Miletello discusses the risks and dangers of various forms of cancer as well as the upcoming Cancers Survivors Program on Sunday, June 12th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Josephs Cathedral in Downtown Baton Rouge. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on gun safety regulations.

Executive Director of the Manship Theatre Melanie Couvillon speaks on the Manship Theatre and several upcoming events. More information can be found on manshiptheatre.org. Acadiana Table food blogger and author and President of the Graham Group George Graham talks his blog as well as his cookbook "Fresh from Louisiana: The Soul of Cajun and Creole Home Cooking". Two-time world champion debater and...

PAR Research director Melinda Deslatte discusses the recent legislative session as well as several other upcoming bills. Cat Haven's Tammy Morgan and Holly Carey talk about the organization as well as the upcoming fundraising event today, June 7th 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at VooDoo BBQ on Drusilla Lane. A percentage of the money spent will go towards helping Cat Haven. Planetary scientist, professor, and...

Attorney Mary Olive Pierson discusses St. George as well as the conceded carry bill. Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome talks the US Conference of Mayors, issues across American mayors face, and several other Louisiana issues.

The Advocate's Smiley Anders reflects on his years as a columnist at The Advocate. East Baton Rouge Metro councilman Darryl Hurst speaks on St. George, transitions within EBR Parish, as well as crime in Baton Rouge. American investigative reporter, author, and film director Jason Berry talks about the Catholic church and the upcoming documentary based on the book, "City of a Million Dreams". Pract...

Chief Administrative Officer for Baton Rouge Darryl Gissel talks gun control amid the recent Tulsa hospital shooting, the blocking of St. George as well as homelessness in Baton Rouge. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the amending of the concealed carry bill. Entertainment editor and author Ryan Britt speaks on his recent book "Phasers on Stun!".

American politician and member of the Democratic Party from the U.S. state of Louisiana Foster Campbell talks about LA Senate Bill 381. Executive Director of the Partnership for Safe Medicines Shabbir Safdar speaks on the impact of counterfeit prescription drugs laced with fentanyl. Technology reporter for The New York Times covering Apple Tripp Mickle speaks on his recent book "After Steve: How A...

Veteran, pilot, and candidate for U.S. Senate in the state of Louisiana Luke Mixon talks about the U.S. Senate race as well as his stance on gun laws in America. Architect Coleman Brown discusses traffic issue in Baton Rouge. Retired four-star U.S. naval officer Admiral James Stavridis speaks on his recent book, "To Risk it All".

Veteran, pilot, and candidate for U.S. Senate in the state of Louisiana Luke Mixon talks about the U.S. Senate race as well as his stance on gun laws in America. Architect Coleman Brown discusses traffic issue in Baton Rouge. Retired four-star U.S. naval officer Admiral James Stavridis speaks on his recent book, "To Risk it All".

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser talks about the tragedy in Texas and discusses several Louisiana issues. Publisher for The Louisiana Voice Tom Aswell speaks on the recent Texas shooting and comments on the Beto O'Rourke and Gov. Abbott's press conference feud. WRKF's Paul Braun joins Tom Aswell to discuss upcoming gun regulation bills.

Collegiate Professor of History at the University of Michigan Juan Cole speaks on the "race replacement theory" in relation to the recent mass shootings. Associate State Director of Advocacy for AARP Louisiana talks about the shelving of recent House Bill in Louisiana. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the 2nd amendment and its impact since the recent mass shootings.

Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Dr. Shawn Wilson speaks on the recent elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas as well as construction details on the new bridge. Libertarian attorney Mike Wolf talks about the Texas shooting. American writer Phil Klay refers to a section from his book "Uncertain Ground" to speak on the shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

Associate professor and department head of the Political Science Department at UL Lafayette Dr. Pearson Cross discusses Louisiana governors and refers to his book, "The Party is Over". Community advocate Tania Nyman talks about redistricting issues in Baton Rouge. The Pew Charitable Trusts' Alex Horowitz speaks on payday loan operations.

Former pastor of First Methodist Church in Baton Rouge Rev. Chris Andrews speaks on issues in the world today as well as his part as leader of Jubilee Pioneers. Former metro councilman of Baton Rouge Darrell Glasper talks about NCAA sports and comments on the Nick Saban-Jimbo Fisher feud. The Washington Post journalist Robert Samuels discusses the life and death of George Floyd and makes reference...

Former LSU basketball player and Ukraine businessman Roman Rubchenko discusses the Russia-Ukraine war. For information on how you can help, visit youkraine.org. Attorney, author, and producer Henry Bushkin talks about the life and career of television host, writer, and producer Johnny Carson. WRKF's Paul Braun speaks on recent budget passing and several other political issues.

Director of Hope Medical Group for Women Kathaleen Pittman speaks on the long-term effects of the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the upcoming governor election, the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and several other political issues.

Director of Hope Medical Group for Women Kathaleen Pittman speaks on the long-term effects of the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the upcoming governor election, the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and several other political issues.

Partner in the Baton Rouge office of Breazeale, Sachse & Wilson Tim Hardy reflects on the life and career of former Louisiana governor Buddy Roemer. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami talks about his 45-years as host of “Spontaneous Combustion". American writer and professor Melissa Febos speaks on her recent book "Girlhood".

Attorney Mary Olive Pierson discusses issues pertaining to St. George parish and comments on the overturning of Roe v. Wade. American novelist and short-story writer Jennifer Egan speaks on her recent book, "The Candy House". American novelist and bookstore owner Emma Straub talks about her recent book, "This Time Tomorrow".

Professor and chairman at the Manship School of Mass Communication at LSU Bob Mann speaks on a few economic issues in Louisiana and on the life and career of former Alabama governor George Wallace. Rabbi Barry Weinstein talks about his career as rabbi and the six year anniversary of his aortic aneurysm. WRKF Reporter Paul Braun gives insight on the 813 Bill as well as several other upcoming bills.

General Russel Honore talks about current issues in Louisiana, Exxon, and tax exemptions. Journalist Mark Ballard speaks on House Bill 813 voting as well as several other upcoming bills.

American conservative newspaper columnist and writer Quin Hillyer and journalist and reporter Sue Lincoln discuss the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the Danny McCormick bill. Journalist and author Tyler Bridges speaks on his conversation with Danny McCormick, the overturning of Roe v. Wade as well as the impact of several other upcoming bills.

Journalist and publisher Lamar White speaks on the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the Danny McCormick bill, as well as his upcoming article featured on The Daily Beast. Associate Director for Louisiana Right to Life Angie Thomas talks about the organization and the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Attorney and former member of the Louisiana House of Representatives for District 86 in Orleans and Jefferson parishes Sam Leblanc reflects on the life and career of former Louisiana governor Edwin Edwards. Professor of Law at Columbia University and author Lev Menand discusses the details of his recent book "The Fed Unbound: Central Banking in a Time of Crisis". USA Today and internationally best...