Talk Louisiana

(Talk Louisiana) EBR Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome discusses the overnight shooting of two police officers and the possibilities for repoening the economy come May. 

Sandy McDade and Dayne Sherman debate Trump’s coronavirus performance. Dan Moldea discusses Trump’s reelection chances.  

Celebrated tailor Manuel Martinez discusses fashion in the Covid-19 Era and the challenge of serving clients without taking measurements. Advocate Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Ballard looks at a potential soft roll out as Gov. Edwards weighs changes to his stay at home order.

Political consultant Ray Strother discusses the impact of coronavirus on the 2020 Presidential election. Reverend Ralph Reed on the evangelical case for Trump.

Jeffrey Marx, Pulitzer Prize winning sportswriter who lives in Baton Rouge, details his 17,000 word profile of LSU Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow, who is the likely first pick in Thursday’s NFL Draft. Sandy Rosenthal, founder of levees.org after Hurricane Katrina in 2005, compares that tragedy to the Covid-19 pandemic and is impact on New Orleans.

Faye Williams and Darrell Glasper debate the President’s coronavirus response. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser remembers the BP Oil Spill.

Restaurant owners Stephanie Phares and Clarke Cadzow talk about losing more than 70 percent of their business since the March 16 stay at home order in Louisiana.  Business owner Deborah Sternberg previews the April 19 salute at 1900 hours for workers who continue to toil amid the Covid-19 crisis. Pulitzer Prize winning reporter Eric Eyre, graduate of Loyola in New Orleans and author of “Death in M...

Rep. Ted James, D-Baton Rouge, details his recovery from a near fatal case of Covid-19. Mark Ballard, Capitol Bureau Chief of The Advocate, looks at last four weeks which have seen an increase in Coronavirus deaths in the state go from four to 1103.

Pastor Donnie Wilkinson of Broadmoor United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge comments on two suspected arson cases at his church and tending to his congregation amid Covid-19.  Julie Baxter-Payer, Deputy Secretary for the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, assesses Veterans’ facilities. Noted Architect Trey Trahan discusses efforts to help New Orleans in a time of crisis and reflects on his...

Adam Knapp, President and CEO of the Baton Rouge Area Chamber, surveys the economic climate amid Covid-19. Baton Rouge lawyer Steve Myers, who owns 60 properties, looks at landlord challenges spurred by the Coronavirus pandemic. Historian Robert Hutchinson reflects on the assassination of President Lincoln 155 years ago today.

Rick Edmonds discusses the operation of abortion clinics during the coronavirus shutdown. Fashion icon Betsey Johnson on life in the fashion industry, and if the industry can survive coronavirus.

Joseph Long, attorney for Pastor Tony Spell, talks about his client’s refusal to adhere to Gov. John Bel Edwards’ stay at home order amid the coronavirus pandemic. Baton Rouge businessman Jim Mayer looks at the future of rural hospitals in the Covid-19 environment. Baseball great Denny McLain says his hometown of Detroit has been devastated by coronavirus cases.

Jim discusses the latest in coronavirus news, and Senator Bernie Sanders’ departure from the Democratic Primary. Mark Ballard talks about how long it may be before life can return to normal.

Actor John Schneider discusses his efforts to continue filming during the statewide lockdown, and offers coronavirus advice. Former Advocate reporter Elizabeth Crisp discusses the state of D.C. during the COVID crisis. Rabbi Barry Weinstein explains how he’s keeping his congregation together, and offers a reading.

Ag Commissioner Mike Strain discusses the impact of coronavirus on the state agricultural economy, and the possibility that the virus can spread to cats. Former New Orleans Mayor Marc Morial on the virus’s impact on New Orleans.

New Orleans singer Phillip Manuel remembers the life and accomplishments of Ellis Marsalis and Bill Withers, and talks about life in New Orleans during the COVID-19 Crisis. Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray discusses the President’s and Joe Biden’s response to coronavirus.  

Financial adviser Ameen Walker explains the new SBA loan process for businesses suffering from COVID-19 closures. Former state senator Dr. Mike Robichaux on healthcare in the time of coronavirus. Dr. Chad Seals discusses his book Religion Around Bono.

Veronica Mosgrove on her cruise line trip on the boat that was patient zero for many US coronavirus transmissions. The Advocate's Mark Ballard on Ed O, COVID in NYC, and local responses. 

  Baton Rouge Bishop Michael Duca comments on the impact of coronavirus on the Catholic Diocese in the Capital region. NPR Morning Edition Host Steve Inskeep reflects on Covid-19 and discusses his book about John Fremont, the first Republican presidential nominee in 1856. The book is “Imperfect Union” which focuses on Fremont’s fame and his impact on his Republican successor Abraham Lincoln.

LA State Director for AARP Denise Bottcher on a statewide teleconference. Dr. Andrew McCall on telemedicine. Rudy Macklin on state efforts to prepare for the possibility of a hurricane in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thomas Kostigen on his new book “Hacking Planet Earth”.

Dr. Charles Page, author and surgeon from Texas, assesses the Coronavirus pandemic. Loyola University President Tania Tetlow looks at the impact of Covid-19 in New Orleans and on her campus. Former Louisiana Health Secretary Rebekah Gee stresses the importance of staying at home during this time. Jim recalls WRKF legend Bob Mooberry, who died yesterday in Las Vegas at 79.

LSU History Professor Paul Hoffman on the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic and it’s impact on LSU. OLOL infectious disease specialist Catherine O’Neal on the state’s progress with COVID-19 and how we could develop herd immunity over the next six to nine months.

LSU Mathematics Professor Jim Madden on COVID-19 grow rates. Advocate reporter Mark Ballard on the state of COVID-19 in Louisiana and it’s likely devastating impact on the state budget.

Rev. Chris Andrews analyzes the spiritual aspect of coronavirus.   Captain Bobbie Ragsdale, West Point graduate and New Orleans-area native, examines scams erupting during a pandemic.   Actress Jessica Jain, graduate of LSU, talks about the surreal shutdown of New York City with Broadway shuttered and businesses closed.

Jeanne Smith, underwriting director for Louisiana Public Broadcasting recaps her trip to Italy amid the Covid-19 outbreak.   Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser discusses the challenges of tourism and the state budget with the state and nation stalled due to coronavirus.   Actress Lee Purcell reflects on the 90 th  anniversary of the birth of her mentor, legendary actor Steve McQueen.   Ingrid Newkirk, found...