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The Founders Show

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A look at Louisiana politics from Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Protests At Tulane, Columbia Universities - 1968 All Over Again? 04.05.2024

Hy and Christopher address the recent clearances of pro-Palestinian protesters at Tulane and Columbia universities— and cite the uncanny comparisons to the 1968 Presidential race. Will the upcoming Democratic convention in Chicago have a similar effect as it did 56 years ago? We also talk about how the new NOPD headquarters will now cost over $12 million in rent! Hy and Christopher wonder if it wo...

Louisiana's Deteriorating Wetlands 26.04.2024

Hy and Christopher examine Louisiana’s deteriorating wetlands, and the major efforts that are being made to restore them. In the last 20 years, 800 acres of land have returned near Mardi Gras pass 1100 acres at Canaveron. There are a literal forest of Cypress trees where there once was just water. The state is about to embark on the multi billion dollar mid-Barataria diversion, to restore thousand...

Woeful Condition of NOLA Parks, Latest In Israel/Iran Conflict 19.04.2024

Hy and Christopher the address the woeful conditions of New Orleans’ parks, and then turn our attention to the Middle East. Israel’s missile strike early Friday morning on Isfahan, Iran was far more measured—and much smaller—than anyone expected. Could it be part of a bigger strategy to untie the IDF’s hands in a coming assault on southern Gaza? But first, we start the show talking about the New “...

Could Landry’s School Voucher Program Require A Renewal Of 45-Cent Sales Tax? 12.04.2024

This week on The Founders Show - could Gov. Jeff Landry’s school voucher program require a renewal of a 45-cent sales tax?  And how could the 10 Commandments legislation actually avoid religious establishment complaints because school vouchers exist? Then the discussion moves on to Donald Trump‘s plea to leave abortion to the states. Could his stance make pro-lifers abandon him? And we close with...

Are We Moving Too Quickly Towards A Constitutional Convention? 05.04.2024

On this week’s show, Hy and Chridtopher wonder if a Hasty Constitutional Convention Presents Problems and whether bypassing a delegate electon is a good idea? A political cartoon once displayed a man walking into a library and asking, “Do you have a copy of the Louisiana Constitution?” The librarian replied, “I’m sorry, sir; we don’t carry periodicals.”    From its enactment in 1974 to the present...

A New NOPD HQ, S&WB Changes, Election '24 & Easter 29.03.2024

Hy and Christopher reflect on the legacy of Joseph Lieberman, ‘No Labels’, and the increasingly bright chances for RFK Jr.— in part due to his new VP running mate. In the second segment, we answer questions debating New Orleans investing in a new NOPD HQ as well as Gov. Jeff Landry’s hope to reduce local representation on the S&WB to just three members. Concluding with a special Easter segment...

Will the state takeover the New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board? 22.03.2024

Gov. Jeff Landry has floated the idea of a state takeover of the New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board. Hy and Christopher remind the audience that it IS a Louisiana state agency after all, but why isn’t there more local opposition?  We explain. In our breaking story segment, we unveil the discussions about a possible deal—where a “property service fee” might take the place of the current propert...

The Churchill Society of New Orleans, Rats Are Getting High, Bike Lanes and More! 16.03.2024

Hy and Christopher are joined by Ben Capshaw of The Churchill Society of New Orleans to talk about teaching about how their 2024 essay contest keeps alive the memory of the great historical leader to high school students. MORE INFORMATION: The Churchill Society of New Orleans Then, Hy and Christopher move on to talk about “high rats” & a new NOPD headquarters, the practicality of bike lanes Ne...

Super Tuesday Analysis, Regular Session Possibilities, and More! 08.03.2024

Super Tuesday has passed, Nikki Haley is out, and the presidential race is on. Will Donald Trump be able to unify the Republican party, or will GOP divisions have impacts on downticket U.S. Senate races like Texas? Looking at the upcoming Louisiana legislative session, Christopher and Hy discuss the idea of New Orleans area legislators leveraging their votes for a new Mississippi River Bridge in S...

Save Our Cemeteries, Special Session On Crime Recap & More 02.03.2024

Hy and Christopher talk about Save Our Cemeteries: Run Through History at Metairie Cemetery on March 24 to begin, and then transition into talking about the end of the special legislative session on crime. They conclude talking about the budget deal in Washington and the chances that Mike Johnson might be a victim of his own success in passing the continuing resolution.

Firings, Mergers, Special Session On Crime & More 23.02.2024

This week, Hy and Christopher explore how Louisiana government is doing nothing about either the Hundreds of American Queen cruise ship personnel who received a termination notice last week, or the announcement that Marsh McLennan, the world’s largest insurance broker, acquired two middle-market agencies—Querbes & Nelson (Q&N) and Louisiana Companies. These mergers may constitute one of th...

Author Jon Gegenheimer, Asking If There's Too Many Parades, Election 2024 & More! 17.02.2024

Hy McEnery & Christopher Tidmore host Jon Gegenheimer, author of the new historical novel “Churchill v. Hitler”. We talk about the psychology of the great rivals which form of our world, and invite our audience to an event to premier the book on Feb. 25 at the Garden District Book Shop. From there, we ask the question if there are too many parades each evening during the last week of Carnival—...

Mardi Gras Traditions 08.02.2024

It’s Carnival time all the time on this edition of The Founders Show, talking Mardi Gras traditions to the melodies of Armand St. Martin’s original musical compositions, heard exclusively on this week’s broadcast with Hy & Christopher.

DC and NOLA Mardi Gras, Redistricting and More 02.02.2024

State Rep. Michael Bayham has the unique distinction of being both a freshman legislator, and one of the most experienced legislative hands at the state capitol. He joins Hy and Christopher to talk about DC Mardi Gras, problems with the portNola expansion in Violet, possibilities of tax reform, and carnival politics!

Louisiana's New Congressional District, Presidential Election Latest, Chris' 25th Anniversary 26.01.2024

It’s Christopher Tidmore’s 25th anniversary as a radio talk show host, and he and Hy are joined by Christopher’s original on-air partner, Jeff Crouere. They reminisce about major stories over the years - including David Duke’s tax dodges and other stories of Louisiana political malfeasance they exposed. The three also review the special session, the new minority district (and whether it meets cons...

The Founders Show #501 20.01.2024

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The Founders Show #500 12.01.2024

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The Founders Show #499 06.01.2024

You are invited, and so join us for a CUP of TEA, Hot and Spicy, to Listen to and/or Talk on The Founders' Show, a Politically Incorrect Christian Talk Show, with your host, the Spingiree Baba of New Orleans, Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore.

The Founders Show #498 28.12.2023

You are invited, and so join us for a CUP of TEA, Hot and Spicy, to Listen to and/or Talk on The Founders' Show, a Politically Incorrect Christian Talk Show, with your host, the Spingiree Baba of New Orleans, Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore.

The Founders Show #497 23.12.2023

You are invited, and so join us for a CUP of TEA, Hot and Spicy, to Listen to and/or Talk on The Founders' Show, a Politically Incorrect Christian Talk Show, with your host, the Spingiree Baba of New Orleans, Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore.

The Founders Show #496 16.12.2023

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The Founders Show #495 08.12.2023

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The Founders Show #494 01.12.2023

You are invited, and so join us for a CUP of TEA, Hot and Spicy, to Listen to and/or Talk on The Founders' Show, a Politically Incorrect Christian Talk Show, with your host, the Spingiree Baba of New Orleans, Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore.

The Founders Show #493 22.11.2023

You are invited, and so join us for a CUP of TEA, Hot and Spicy, to Listen to and/or Talk on The Founders' Show, a Politically Incorrect Christian Talk Show, with your host, the Spingiree Baba of New Orleans, Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore.

The Founders Show #492 17.11.2023

You are invited, and so join us for a CUP of TEA, Hot and Spicy, to Listen to and/or Talk on The Founders' Show, a Politically Incorrect Christian Talk Show, with your host, the Spingiree Baba of New Orleans, Chaplain Hy McEnery and Christopher Tidmore.

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