The Sit Down with Russ Latino

Today, Russ sits down with Magnolia Tribune editor-in-chief Frank Corder to break down the results of Tuesday night's midterm elections—also, the latest from the too-close-to-call Senate race between Scott Colom and Cindy Hyde Smith. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app . Check out this episode...

Today, Russ sits down again with the Former Hinds County Asst. D.A. , Shaun Yurtkuran , Mississippi Republican Party Executive Director Rance Bilbo, and Mississippi Democratic Party Chair Cheikh Taylor to discuss the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app . Check out t...

Today, Russ discusses Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford and the spotlight that will shine on Ole Miss as all eyes in college football turn to Mississippi this weekend. Joining Russ to break down the matchup, the storylines, and everything surrounding Kiffin’s return is Neal McCready of 247Sports. Join the conversation by sending an email to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature i...

Today, Russ sits down again with the Former Hinds County Asst. D.A. ,  Shaun Yurtkuran ,  to discuss the news headlines probably filling your timeline. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app . Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel : The Sit Down with Russ Latino - News & N...

Today, Russ sits down with attorney Spencer Ritchie for a candid conversation about the political landscape shaping Mississippi. They talk about redistricting, congressional midterms, 2027 gubernatorial candidates, and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app . Check out this episode on MPB's YouT...

Today, Russ sits down with Mississippi House of Representatives member Otis Anthony of District 31 for a candid and open conversation about race. On this episode of The Sitdown, they look beyond the division that so often dominates the national conversation and explore the experiences, perspectives, and common ground that can bring people together. It’s an honest discussion about what we share, wh...

Today, Russ sits down with the creative minds behind the documentary "King of the Chitlin Circuit," which showcases the blues legend Bobby Rush. He speaks with the film's director, Al Warren, and producer, Taiwo Gaynor, about the vision that led to telling the story of a man who leaves a mark everywhere he roams.  Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use...

Today Russ sits down with the Commissioner of Public Safety, Sean Tindell, to discuss the process being utilized by local and state law enforcement in the Nolan Wells investigation, and some of the challenges in investigating with heavy emotions and national attention. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Med...

Today, Russ sits down with the Former Hinds County Asst. D.A , Shaun Yurtkuran , to discuss the Jackson bribery case, the latest on the Nolan Wells case, and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app . Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel : The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Shaun Yurtkuran...

You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with the reigning Miss Mississippi Jane Granberry & Miss Mississippi Teen Madalyn Sullivan to chat about their newly appointed titles, their respective platforms, their vision for the future of, and what it means to represent, Mississippi, and more, plus Russ breaks down America250!...

You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ runs down a week in politics & news… including AI traffic monitoring, the Senate, the supreme court, and more!  Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app . Check out this episode on MPB's YouTu...

You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with State Rep. Scott Bounds, to discuss the state’s biggest house party, the Neshoba County Fair , and in the second half, it's a sit down with Mississippi’s First Lady, Elee Reeves, to chat about the upcoming "United in Song: A Mississippi America250 Celebratio...

You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd to discuss the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning's new funding formula and Commissioner Al Rankin. He is also joined by Dr. Jason Dean to discuss his service under former Gov. Haley Barbour, his work with the Mississippi State Board of Education,...

You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today’s show is titled Holy Trump & More! Russ sits down to discuss the commander in chief and other hot topics for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently. Join the conversation by sendi...

You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today Russ sits down with State Senator Daniel Sparks in the 1st half of the show, and Former Rep. Nick Bain in the 2nd half to discuss their newly announced bids for State Auditor in 2027, their respective careers and more. Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with  RNC General Counsel, Mike Hurst and Chairman of the Mississippi Democratic Party & Representative, Cheikh Taylor to talk redistricting in the wake of the latest Supreme Court decision. Join the conversation by sending an  e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with State Auditor Shad White to discuss new legislation and more, and with State Sen. Briggs Hobson to discuss his work in District 23, his role as chairman of the Appropriations Committee, and more. Join the conversation by sending an  e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , o...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with  U of M Prof. of Philosophy - Steven Skultety & MMI Prof. of History - Rankin Sherling in the first half of the show, then it’s a chat with Dr. Gad Saad , Scholar at the  Declaration of Independence Center for the Study of American Freedom, University of Mi...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Today, Russ sits down with Jackson's new Chief of Police , Dr. RaShall Brackney , to discuss her newly appointed position, her previous reforms as chief of police in Charlottesville, Virginia, her vision for tackling crime in the City of Jackson and more! Join the con...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with  Palmer Home for Children 's Senior Development Dir., Sara Williams and Statewide Senior Director of Church and Community Partnerships, Whit Lewis to discuss the organization 130 year history, and more. In the second half, Russ sits down with Sen....

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with  Attorney General, Lynn Fitch   to discuss her role as the state's 40th & 1st female Attorney General, and more. Join the conversation by sending an  e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the  MPB Public Media app . Check...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with  John McKay, President/CEO   of the Mississippi Business Alliance  to discuss PBM reform legislative and regulatory changes, in addition to his work with MBA, the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, the Mississippi Economic Council, the Business and Industry Politi...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with Secretary of State, Michael Watson   to discuss what’s happening around Mississippi, related to the Office’s dedication to being both a service and information agency for the state, overseeing administrative government procedures, and more. Join the conversation by sending an&n...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ runs down last night’s SOTU speech, then sits down with Chef & Restauranter, Derek Emerson , to discuss his newest restaurant, Masa Mesa , opening the first week of March, and more!   Join the conversation by sending an  e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org , or use the “Talk To U...

You've found  The Sit Down with Russ Latino , where complex issues meet real conversations. Russ sits down with  State Representative Brent Powell , Senator Jeremy England , Lobbyists Serena Flowers , & Arnie Hederman , to discuss booze bills including, Sunday sales, direct ship, problems with ABC and more. Join the conversation by sending an  e-mail to thesitdown@mpbo...