Talk Louisiana

Political commentator and author George Will reflects on his career as a writer, how America has changed over the years, and his new book "American Happiness and Discontents: The Unruly Torrent, 2008-2020." LSU assistant professor and researcher Joshua Darr talks the effects of local newspapers dropping national opinion columns, new book "Home Style Opinion: How Local Newspapers Can Slow Polarizat...

James Lee Burke talks growing up in Louisiana and Texas, his career as an author, and his new book "Another Kind of Eden." Reverend Steve Peters recalls his interview with Tammy Faye Bakker and being diagnosed with AIDS in the 1980s.

Dr. Michael Castine has an informative conversation about prostate cancer and encourages men to get regular screenings. Mark Ballard discusses vaccinations and the Louisiana State Police.

Bob Mann talks COVID and vaccine restrictions at LSU and his new book, "Backrooms and Bayous: My Life in Louisiana Politics." Dr. Juko Holiday discusses her experience losing her home in the California wildfires and the recall election in California. Oscar Shoenfelt refelcts on his career as a sports agent and talks his book, "Sports Agent: Up the Mountain and Down."

Mary Patricia Wray and Colonel Rob Maness come on to talk the impact Hurricae Ida had on their respective areas. They also discuss their differing views on vaccine mandates, and the January 6th inserruction at the Capitol.

Reporter Lamar White talks his research into the assassination of Huey Long. Former Major League Baseball great Roger Clemens was a guest to talk about a philanthropic award he's set to receive and a look back on his career. The Voice of Tiger Stadium Dan Borne began his 36th season as LSU's public address announcer for football games. He's also the former president of the Louisiana Chemical Assoc...

The Washington Post's National security reporter Joby Warrick talks about the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks. Former Louisiana Congressman Billy Tauzin talks about Hurricane Ida recovery and a spirited discussion erupted over January 6, 2021 and the riot on the U.S. Capitol. Author Lauren Tarshis discusses her book "I Survived the Attacks of September 11th," part of her "...

Mark Ballard speaks on delayed state elections and the nursing home situation in Louisiana. Jere Longman discusses his book, Among the Heroes and 9/11.

James Donelon discusses insurance policies after Hurricane Ida. John Schneider speaks on helping the community after the hurricane. Brian Fort reflects on his time spent in the Navy. Due to technical difficulties, this post will be updated at a later time with missing audio.

Dr. Loren Scott discusses Hurricane Ida's economic impact. Mayor Nic Hunter speaks on where Lake Charles is in their rebuilding efforts. Mary Stein talks reopening the library after the hurricane. Ruchi Gupta discusses food allergies, tolerances and sensitivities.

Member of the board of Oyster South Jim Gossen discusses the impact Hurricane Ida has had on the Gulf of Mexico's seafood industry.

Chief Meteorologist Jay Grymes speaks on his experience reporting on Hurricane Ida. Mark Ballard discusses the effects Hurricane Ida is having on Louisiana.

Pat Shingleton talks about Hurricane Ida and past hurricanes in Louisiana. Foster Campbell discusses power outages in Louisiana. Dan Moldea talks Sirhan Sirhan's possibility of parole.

Dayne Sherman, Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, and East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome survey the state in the wake of Hurricane Ida.

Washington Post reporter Tyler Pager assesses the situation in Afghanistan. Author Rannah Gray discusses her book "Familiar Evil" and its subject Scott Rogers. Lt. Gen. Russel Honore gives his perspective on Afghanistan.

Reverend Chris Andrews discusses the vaccine and encourages people to get vaccinated. Mark Ballard speaks on new COVID restrictions at LSU.

Dean of UC Berkeley Law Erwin Chemerinsky speaks on his new book "Presumed Guilty" and systemic racism in America. Dr. Mike Robichaux discusses vaccines.

Member of the Louisiana Senate Cleo Fields discusses redistricting Louisiana. Jak Kuntzler and Steven Cavalier talk about the joining of their synagogues. Janeshia Adams-Ginyard talks her career as an actress, stunt woman and professional wrestler.

Dean of UC Berkeley Law Erwin Chemerinsky speaks on his new book "Presumed Guilty" and systemic racism in America. Dr. Mike Robichaux discusses vaccines.

Secretary of Louisiana's Department of Transportation and Development Dr. Shawn Wilson discusses new infrastructure bill. Denny McLain reflects on late teammate Bill Freehan and his time in the MLB. Blythe Grossberg talks her new book "I Left My Homework in the Hamptons."

The Washington Examiner's Quin Hillyer and National President/CEO of the National Congress of Black Women Dr. Faye Williams discuss the situation in Afghanistan. Major Bobbie Ragsdale gives his perspective on Afghanistan.

Pulitzer prize-winning journalist John Hale remembers his life in the field. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses chaotic BESE meeting.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Spencer Ackerman surveys the situation in Afghanistan. Washington Post national security writer Dan Lamothe grades the Biden Administration’s pullout from Afghanistan. Louisiana State Museum director Rodneyna Hart on their new exhibit.

Attorney Lewis Unglesby on the state’s woefully low vaccination rates and resistance to masking. Dr. Samantha Montano previews her new work Disasterology .

East Baton Rouge DA Hillar Moore on the city and nationwide spike in crime.