Talk Louisiana

University of Oklahoma Professor Jensen Moore runs down this year’s Super Bowl ads. The Advocate’s Andrea Gallo on being sued by AG Jeff Landry. Author Kimberly Willis Holt on her latest work.

Reverend Reginald Pitcher and Dianne Andrews discuss Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ascendance as a public figure. Lamar White of the Bayou Brief analyzes the state Congressional Delegation’s adherence to Trumpism. Author Judith Little previews her book about the life of Coco Chanel and her sister into the 20s.

Greg LaFleur tells his story that took him from LSU to the NFL and ultimately to being Southern’s AD before a scandal ended his career. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard runs down the week in news.

Financial gurus Andy Anderson and Fred Dent discuss the state of the stock market in the opening days of the Biden Administration. Democratic candidate for Congress Sandra “Candy” Christophe explains why she should represent the 5 th District. Statistician Tim Harford on how to see through faulty statistics.  

STD expert Dr. Ina Park advocates for breaking the taboos keeping people from discussing the downsides of intimacy. Southern Business School Dean Donald Andrews gives his take on Biden’s push for a 15 dollar an hour federal minimum wage.

State Representative Jack McFarland advocates for a gas tax. John Lewis and Sonja Wiley discuss their work on a commission designed to address racial inequality in Baton Rouge.

WBRZ weatherman Pat Shingleton drops by on his last day on the job. Climate reporter David Pogue discusses how to convert climate change deniers and more.

NYT finance writer Ron Lieber on the real cost of college. Baton Rouge General’s Dr. Henry Barham on taste tests and COVID. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin discusses purchasing new voting machines.

We run a 2013 rebroadcast of an interview with legendary broadcaster Larry King, who passed away at the age of 87. Louisiana Family Forum President Gene Mills discusses the Trump impeachment and whether the election was fairly won by Biden. Craig Unger argues President Trump was a KGB asset.

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser updates us on the state of tourism in Louisiana. Advocate Editor Peter Kovacs on the paper’s editorial approach to the Biden Administration.

Attorney Lewis Unglesby breaks down Trump’s upcoming impeachment trial. Gabriel Bump, winner of the Ernest Gaines Award for Literary Excellence discusses his book.

Democratic blogger Dayne Sherman and conservative activist Colonel Rob Maness discuss whether Joe Biden is a legitimate president. Southern Poli Sci Chair Albert Samuels and LSU Vice Provost for Diversity Dereck Rovaris preview an upcoming forum about HBCUs and PWIs.  

In the first half of today's program Mark Ballard memorializes his wife and legendary former WAFB anchor Donna Britt, who passed away this morning. Gary Lewis discusses his life as a popstar and time in Vietnam. 

Kenesha Antoine and Carolyn Hill discuss the impact of Vice President Kamala Harris’ inauguration. Ray Strother recounts Joe Biden’s long road to the White House.

Famed lawyer Gloria Allred discusses President Trump’s potentially problematic legal future. The Advocate’s Tyler Bridges analyses the thought process behind Congressman Scalise’s continued support for the President.

EBR Coroner Dr. Beau Clark gives a break down on where the parish’s fatalities came from in 2020. Pastor Raymond Jetson discusses the ideology behind the January 6 th Capitol Hill riot.

Ed Cullen, formerly of the Advocate, looks at writing in the Baton Rouge region. Pastor Tony Spell discussess his church's activties and his ongoing legal battle with state and local officials. Jael Holmes from Tara High explains their unique new computer science college prepatory course. 

Longtime Democratic activist E. Faye Williams discusses the Democrats impeachment of President Donald Trump. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard analyses the LA GOP Congressional Delegation’s no votes on impeachment.

Lamar White of the Bayou Brief and former Louisiana Planned Parenthood head Melissa Flournoy discuss President Trump’s second impeachment. Livingston Parish favorite, Actor John Schneider updates us on all the happenings at his Holden based film studio, and entertains Jim’s queries about a potential run for office.

Wall Street Journal Print Editor Alex Martin runs down the barnstorming start to 2021. EMILY’s List President Stephanie Schriock celebrates President-elect Kamala Harris.

Democrat Mary Patricia Wray and Republican Scott Wilfong spend the hour discussing election fraud, the Capitol Hill Mob, and the 2022 Louisiana Senate race.

Investigative reporter Dan Moldea discusses Wednesday’s mob assault on the US Capitol, just blocks away from his home. Mike Wolf throws cold water on the idea that the President could be removed from office before Inauguration Day.

Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell discusses the pro-Trump mob assault on the US Capitol. The Advocate’s Mark Ballard on how LA’s delegation voted for certification.

Baton Rouge DA Hillar Moore discusses the huge spike in crime for 2020. Ara Rubyan previews this year’s BR Jewish Film Fest. Marissa King discusses her new book on more effective organizational communication.

WAFB anchor Matt Williams discusses a long year in local news and his early morning routine. Southern Poli Sci Chair Albert Samuels analyzes how the LA GOP Congressional delegation is approaching the certification vote. Author Sharon G. Flake on the follow-up to her bestselling book.