Talk Louisiana

Melissa Flournoy and Jeff Sadow discuss the overturning of Roe v. Wade. EBR Director of Transportation and Drainage Fred Raiford talks about drainage and traffic issues in Baton Rouge as well as some solutions to these issues. WRKF's Capitol Access Reporter Paul Braun speaks on Roe v. Wade, the Danny McCormick bill, and other recently passed bills.

Law professor Leslie Gerwin and journalist Mark Ballard discuss the House Criminal Justice Committee's 7 to 2 vote to charge a woman with murder if they get an abortion.

Gene Mills & Nora Ahmed discuss the political atmosphere of the country and the Supreme Court's leak about overturning Roe vs. Wade.

Fred Dent of Dent Wealth Advisors discusses strategies that could positively impact today's market as well as political implications surrounding it. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray and a former member of the Louisiana Senate Troy Hebert talk about the abortion ban, its impact on women in America as well as its relation to the Roe v. Wade court case.

Laura Vinsant gives insight on Teach For America as well as her role in the organization. Founder and chairman of Dementia Society for America Kevin Jameson talks about the organization as well as gives information on the Alzheimer's disease. For more information, visit dementiasociety.org or call 1800-DEMENTIA. Writer and journalist Matt Richtel discusses his recent book "Inspired: Understanding...

Former State Representative Ted James talks about his part in the Biden Administration and addresses several political issues. Denny McLain reflects on his time in the MLB and his thoughts on the league today. Sayantani DasGupta speaks on her life as a physician and an author as well as her recent book "Debating Darcy".

Mark Ballard covers conversion therapy ban, Senate bill 151 and raising the State minimum wage. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser talks about his recent home invasion, Louisiana tourism including the recent Strawberry Festival, upcoming Garth Brook's concert and Jazz Fest, and Dr. Dana Suskind discusses her new book Parent Nation- Unlocking Every Child's Potential, Fulfilling Society's Promise .

Best-selling author Charlotte Dennett gives details on her book "Follow the Pipelines: Uncovering the Mystery of a Lost Spy and the Deadly Politics of the Great Game for Oil". Judge Freddie Pitcher Jr. talks about his many years as Chancellor of the Southern University Law Center and the life and impact of Johnnie Jones. Political scientist Yascha Mounk discusses his book "The Great Experiment: Wh...

Jan Moller, discusses Louisiana's minimum wage, Andrew Muhl of AARP talks about House bill 645 and how it would benefit everyone in the state, allowing seniors to stay in their own homes longer and Steve Binder relives the Elvis '68 Special and what it meant for both of their careers.

Edward Ashworth discusses his controversial article titled "NCAA should make an example, shut down LSU football and basketball". The Advocate writer Lanny Keller talks about politicians in today's world of social media as well as several political issues. Author Tom Clavin gives insight on his book "To the Uttermost Ends of the Earth: The Epic Hunt for the South's Most Feared Ship and the Greatest...

Jenny Ballard talks about the 77th season of Theatre Baton Rouge and its upcoming play "Sweet Charity" starting on April 22nd and ending on May 1st on the TBR Main Stage. 19th Judicial Court District candidate Jordan Faircloth discusses the upcoming election as well as his thoughts on solutions to crime in Baton Rouge. Award-winning and best-selling author Vanessa Hua speaks about her recent novel...

Brad Myers reflects on life as an attorney and former federal prosecutor as well as his running for the 19th Judicial District Court judge. Mark Ballard talks about the governor veto and both Bill Cassidy and Billy Nungesser consideration for the upcoming governor election.

Wayne Sims recalls the night of the senseless killing of his son, Wade Sims in 2018 and the recent trial an verdict of his murderer. Louisiana Commissioner for Agriculture and Forestry Dr. Mike Strain talks his long running as commissioner as well as the Russia-Ukraine war and the effect is has on the increase in the price of food. Glen Scheuermann and Jody Hanet speak on arts and music in Baton R...

Chris Nakamoto reflects on his start into journalism and discusses the CATS sandal as well as what new stories are to come. Darlene Adams Rowland speaks about BREADA, the hardships of local farmers, and the Red Stick Farmers Market, which will be held on Tuesday at the Goodwood Library from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m..

Robert Costa comments on the text messages between Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas's wife Ginni Thomas and Mark Meadows as well as his thoughts on the possible overturning of the 2020 election. Melinda Deslatte gives insight on the return of "Gridiron Show".

Dr. Lisa Delpit reflects on growing up in the 60's in Baton Rouge as well as her thoughts on racial issues in our country today. Coach George "Tic" Price speaks on his life and coaching career as well as his book "Locker Room Talk".

Dr. Christopher Axelrod of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center gives insight on a recently discovered chemical compound and its research in relation to obesity. Quin Hillyer and Melissa Flournoy discuss various political topics including the confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as well as Senator Karen Peterson's investigation.

Dan Moldea talks about Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's senate confirmation as well as her treatment during this time. Criminal Defense Attorney John Mclindon speaks on the senates response to child pornography. Eugene Linden refers to his book "Fire and Flood: A People's History of Climate Change, from 1979 to the Present" to reflect on the progression of climate change.

Chef and Restauranteur Peter Sclafani talks the re-opening of Juban's and explains why they made the decision to close during the pandemic. Mark Ballard shares his thoughts on the vote in the Supreme Court today regarding Ketanji Brown Jackson, specifically on Louisiana Senators Bill Cassidy and John Kennedy's plans to vote no. LeAnne Weill remembers her friend, New Orleans icon, Chris Owens.

Jared Hymowitz explains the Healthy BR initiative and what it entails and gives an update on how Baton Rouge is doing in terms of public health. Andre Moreau and Dr. Katie Fetzer bring attention to Human Trafficking and how people get caught up in it. Kate Swenson discusses her book "Forever Boy," and having a child with Autism.

Political Consultant Roy Fletcher speaks briefly on the NCAA National Championship game and discusses the upcoming governor election, as well as Baton Rouge traffic issues. Cindy Hurst refers to her film "Natural Woman" in relation to the recent Will Smith and Chris Rock fiasco. Ashley Yablon talks about his book "Standing up to China" and his feelings during a large illegal scheme.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon Commissioner of Insurance Jim Donelon announces that he is planning on running for re-election, he also gives information on the current insurance rates, and encourages residents of Louisiana to invest in flood insurance. Louis Herthum shares his thoughts on what happened between Will Smith and Chris Rock.

Manuel Martinez talks men's fashion, Olivia Pass discusses the upcoming Audubon Gala, and Paul Maassen shares his appreciation for Talk Louisiana and its listeners.

Former Congressman Charles Melancon gives his perspective on the district lines. Mark Ballard covers the veto override, and the possibility of Senator Bill Cassidy running for Governor, and remembers his late wife Donna Britt as she is being inducted into the LSU Manship School Hall of Fame.

Former Senator Elbert Guillory discusses running for Lieutenant Governor, he also comments on why Black people don't vote Republican. Robyn Dow and Elisha Davis get together and exchange their views and opinions on the Will Smith and Chris Rock fiasco. Julie Wright talks her book, "The Happy Sleeper," which examines teens' sleep schedule today and how to better their sleep schedule.