Talk Louisiana

Republican Political Consultant Roy Fletcher is joined by columnist and writer Quin Hillyer to discuss various political topics including Charlie Kirk, the upcoming Louisiana primary election, and ABC ending the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel.

Louisiana Lottery's President Rose Hudson gives the latest on the lottery and also whats to come. Executive director of 10,000 Women Louisiana Angela Adkins talks the nonprofit and also the impact of the closing of Planned Parenthood in Louisiana. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster speaks on the recent Charlie Kirk memorial service.

Veteran anchorman George Sells is joined by TV personality and former WBRZ anchorwoman Whitney Vann discuss the world of entertainment as of late with Jimmy Kimmel and Matthew Dowd and their comments regarding Charlie Kirk. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua talks impact of the closing of Planned Parenthood in Louisiana. 

Former NFL player Billy Andrews remembers the premier of Monday Night Football, the New York Jets vs the Cleveland Browns 55 years ago and his game winning interception play. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various topics including the cancellation of The Jimmy Kimmel Show and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray discusses her career, politics in Louisiana, and the tragedies that occur due to political violence. Olympian and Republican politician Claston Bernard speaks on his religious philosophy and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Actress and writer Rani Jessica Jain adulates the late Robert Redford and his legacy.

Veteran attorney Lewis Unglesby comments on various political topics including JD Vance's comments on NGO's and Charlie Kirk and also the latest with the US Supreme Court. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers actor Robert Redford.

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore joins us on his birthday to comment on various local and national topics including the killing of Charlie Kirk, environmental issues such as the Smitty's Supply, and also the department of war.

LSU physics professor and observatory head of LIGO Livingston Joseph Giaime talks the 10 year anniversary of the discovery of LIGO and the significant advances throughout the years. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including Pres. Donald Trump and the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

"The Daily" host Rachel Abrams talks her life and career throughout the years and also speaks on several political topics including Charlie Kirk's assassination and the Epstein files. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including the latest at the nation's capital as well as the new LSU arena.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple speaks on all things insurance in Louisiana during hurricane season. Author Thomas Patterson talks his perspective of Huey Long on the 90th anniversary of his death, and reflects upon his biography of Long- "American Populist".

Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller talks various local and national political topics including the latest on the economy as well as the upcoming Invest in Louisiana Policy Conference. For more information and tickets, visit https://investlouisiana.org/event/2025-invest-in-louisiana-policy-conference/. Senior political strategist and partner at Ourso Beychok Trey Ourso speaks on various politic...

Author and former LSU E.J. Ourso College of Business Dean Richard White Jr talks the life, times, and assassination of Huey P. Long on the 90th anniversary of his assassination. Author Claire Bateman speaks on alleged assassinator of Huey P. Long, Carl Weiss.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various political topics including redistricting in Louisiana, Robert F. Kennedy, and Pres. Trump. Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman talks his recent feud with the university regarding his comments on Talk Louisiana.

Louisiana Illuminator and Tiger Rag reporter Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest on LSU. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including Pres. Trump. troops to New Orleans, and the Epstein files.

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson discuss the current state of the markets and their investment philosophies. Musician Rusty Yates reminisces on his career. Rabbi Peretz Kazen talks the upcoming event 505 Days: A Powerful Event with Hostage Survivor Omer Shem Tov. For more information visit: https://www.chabadbr.com/civicrm/event/info?id=298&reset=1

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein speaks on various upcoming events. For more information, visit https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. Political speechwriter and author David Litt speaks on his latest work. "Its Only Drowning" and also comments on various political topics.

Former editor of The Advocate Peter Kovacs speaks on his time as a journalist during the 2005 Hurricane Katrina. Former Mayor of Gretna Ronnie Harris reflects on Hurricane Katrina and its effects in the city of Gretna. Senior Policy Advisor at Invest Louisiana Courtney Foster speaks on the impact and importance of Medicaid throughout our state. Author Paula Saunders talks her latest work, "Startin...

Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser talks Hurricane Katrina on its 20 year anniversary. Former Gretna Mayor Ronnie Harris remembers the city of Greta during Hurricane Katrina. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore reflects on his time and role in the comeback following Hurricane Katrina. Former LSU head football coach Curley Hallman gives his thoughts...

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various topics including the recent Minneapolis school shooting, the latest with redistricting, and also whats happening in Washington with Pres. Trump. Legendary New Orleans journalist Garland Robinette remembers his time in 2005 during Hurricane Katrina.

Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish Sid Edwards discusses everything Baton Rouge, including the Thrive Plan. Author Rannah Gray speaks on the sordid past of Scott Rogers on the anniversary of his death. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster offers insights on various past events including natural disasters and elections.

Interim LSU President Matt Lee talks the search for a full-time president as well as the latest at LSU including the new arena. KSLA reporter Caroline Marston recalls a shooting she as well as Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster witnessed this past weekend in Atlanta. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by Republican activist and member of the Republican Central Committee Michael Chittom to discuss...

Environmental engineer Bob Jacobsen talks Louisiana preparedness for as well as potential effects of this hurricane season. Associate Vice President for Campus Safety, Emergency Preparedness & Emergency Response at LSU Michael Antoine speaks on his role during Hurricane Katrina as a firefighter. Actress and dancer Ruta Lee reflects on her life and career throughout the years. Talk Louisiana ho...

Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy talks various topics including his move to the Republican party, Pres. Trump, and Louisiana political news. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various topics including Hurricane Katrina and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Candidate for 19th Judicial District Court judge Vicky Jones talks her campaign and candidacy. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the National Guard in Washington and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Author Jessa Crispin speaks on her new book "What is Wrong with Men: Patriarchy, the Crisis of Masculinity, and (Of Course) Michael Douglas Films Explain Everything". Democratic political strategist Dane Strother talks his mentors- the late Jay Perkins, and his father the late Raymond Strother, and also discusses the current state of the Democratic party.