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Jim's Guest: September 2006 Sept 5: Jerry Stovall, James Sullivan Sept 6: Lewis Unglesby, Arnold Zenker Sept 7: Margaret Mitchell, Sharon Beard, Jeff Palermo Sept 11: John Cooksey, Gus Weill Sept 12: Elizabeth Dent, Elaine Allison, Tracie Washington Sept 13: Charlie Valluzzo, Carolyn Bennett Sept 14: Richard Campanella, Jim Brandt, C.B. Forgotston Sept 18: Ray Stevens, Mitch Landrieu Sept 19: Bill Watts Sept 20: John Barry Sept 21: Chris Whittington, Scott Wilfong Sept 25: John Wirt, Paulette Senior Sept 26: Sidney Blumenthal, David Madden Sept 27: Alan Weisman, David Dixon Sept 28: Bernie Pinsonat Sept 4: Encore presentation of interviews with Rolfe
McCollister and Jim Wharton. Sept 5: Former LSU football coach Jerry Stovall assessed
current Tigers’ coach Les Miles and noted changes since Stovall played the game
for LSU; James Sullivan, author of
“Jeans,” talked of how blue jeans are a unique part of modern America. Sept 6: Former CBS anchor Arnold Zenker, who subbed 13
nights for Walter Cronkite, assessed Katie Couric’s first night at the CBS
anchor desk; Lawyer Lewis Unglesby reflected on 35 years of work in the legal
community. Sept 7: Sharon Beard of LSU’s Langiappe Studies, previewed
35 programs offered this fall; Margaret D. Mitchell, author of “100
Passengers,” detailed changes in the airline industry post 9/11; Louisiana
Network News and Sports Director Jeff Palermo predicted victory for LSU over
Arizona and recalled his interview five years ago that derailed the political
ambitions of Congressman John Cooksey. Sept 11: Former Congressman John Cooksey recalled the chaos
at the Capitol on 9/11/2001; Political consultant Gus Weill surveyed the
environment in New York on the fifth anniversary of the attack on America. Sept 12: Elizabeth Dent previewed an event saluting famed
Louisiana female politicians; Author Elaine Allison showcased her book, “The
Velvet Hammer,” about female power; NAACP attorney Tracie Washington detailed
legal woes for displaced Hurricane Katrina victims. Sept 14: Richard
Campanella previewed his book, “Geographies of New Orleans,” focusing on the
history, geography and culture of the Crescent City; State Capitol analysts C.B. Forgotston and Jim Brandt reviewed
proposed constitutional amendments on the Sept. 30 ballot. Sept 18: Singer Ray Stevens previewed his song, “New Orleans
Moon,’” and recapped a remarkable four-decade long career; Lieutenant Gov.
Mitch Landrieu gave a four star review to “All the King’s Men and announced
plans to seek re-election in 2007. Sept 19: Wrestling legend Bill Watts said he was victimized
by shakedowns from politicians in Louisiana while Watts served as a promoter in
the 70’s and 80’s. Sept 20: John Barry, author of “Rising Tide,” urged the
federal government to make New Orleans more resistant to powerful hurricanes. Sept 21: La. Democratic Party Chair Chris Whittington and
GOP strategist Scott Wilfong differed on the outcome of the fall elections. Sept 25: John Wirt of the Baton Rouge Advocate offered a
thumbs down review to the remake of the film “All the Kings Men,” filmed in
Louisiana; Paulette Senior of the Baton Rouge Journal discussed her odyssey
from Australia to Louisiana. Sept 26: Sidney
Blumenthal, former Clinton adviser, criticized the Bush Administration for its
performance in the past six years;
Author and LSU Professor David Madden showcased two new books he has
written about the craft of writing. Sept 27: Longtime CBS Producer Alan Weisman unveiled his
book, “Lone Star,” about the life and times of Dan Rather; Superdome and New
Orleans Saints visionary David Dixon praised the post-Katrina comeback of the
Saints and the Superdome. Sept 28: Pollster Bernie Pinsonat predicted low voter
turnout for Saturday’s Louisiana elections for Secretary of State and Insurance
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August 1: August 2: Charles Barbre, James David Cain, Michael Medved August 3: Chris Love, Jim Donelon August 7: Leo Honeycutt August 8: Andrew Revkin, Darrell Ourso August 9: Rod West August 10: Trey Ourso, Fred Dent August 14: Mickey Dolenz, William Daniel August 15: Bob Mann, Charlotte Placide, Noel Hammatt August 16: John Folse, Hypolite Landry, Ray Green August 17: Stephen MoretAugust 21: Jack Wardlaw, John Camp (Guest Host: Jim Nickel) August 22: Juan Williams, Walter Boasso (Guest Host: Karen Henderson)
August 31: Richard Fontanesi, Matt Deville Jim's August 2006 Topics: August 1: August 2: Film critic Michael Medved reviewed the DUI arrest of Mel Gibson and the actor's alleged anti-Semitic comments; Writer Charles Barbre unveiled his book, "LSU, A Legacy of Leaders;" Senator James David Cain discussed his race for insurance commissioner. August 3: In-Register publisher Chris Love previewed this month's cover subject, Ernest Gaines; Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon discussed challenges in the industry post-Katrina. August 7: Leo Honeycutt recalled the four terms of Gov. Edwin Edwards on his 79th birthday. Honeycutt is writing a biography about EWE, who is imprisoned in a federal facility in August 8: New York Times science writer Andrew Revkin detailed the political and environmental consequences of global warming; Baton Rouge Councilman Darrell Ourso noted a crackdown on panhandlers in the area. August 9: LSU Board of Supervisors Chairman Rod West discussed the selection process for replacing departing system president William Jenkins. August 10: Republican Fred Dent and Democrat Trey Ourso discussed national and local politics. August 14: Mickey Dolenz of the Monkees recalled the group's genesis in 1966; Rep. William Daniel discussed traffic enhancements in August 15: Veteran politico Bob Mann predicted Democrats would regain control of the U.S. House of Representatives after the fall elections; East Baton Rouge Parish Superintendent of Schools Charlotte Placide and School Board member Noel Hammatt noted improvements in area classrooms over the past two years. August 16: Chef John Folse, former coroner Hypolite Landry and ex-radio personality Ray Green remembered Elvis Presley on the 29th anniversary of his death. August 17: Greater Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce President Stephen Moret reviewed his first year as a pitch man for the August 21: Retired journalists Jack Wardlaw and John Camp discussed the massive coverage of a suspect in the Jon-Benet Ramsey murder case. (Guest Host: Jim Nickel) August 22: NPR's Juan Williams unveiled his new book about race in Aug 23: Gov. Blanco's retired press secretary Denise Bottcher talked of her role as the governor's advisor during and after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. (Guest Host: Jim Nickel) Aug 24: Encore interview of Corrections Sec. Richard Stalder. Aug 28: LPB producer Dorothy Kendrick previewed a Louisiana Public Broadcasting documentary about the youngest victims of Katrina; Sportswriter Lee Feinswog previewed the upcoming college football seasons. (Guest Host: Miriam Davey) Aug 29: Jim Nickel interviewed LSU hurricane expert Ivor van Heerden on the first anniversary of Katrina. Aug 30: Encore interview of Jed Horne of New Orleans Times-Picayune.
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July 3: Steve Rabalais (guest host) Ron Gomez, Robert Jensen July 4: Helen Thomas, Pat Williams (encore presentation of June 6) July 5: Bob Mann July 6: Rolfe McCollister, Jim Wharton July 10: Mark Upton, Scott Wilfong, John Kennedy July 11: Mary Louise Prudhomme, Ivor van Heerden July 12: Tony Guarisco, July 13: Karen Elkind-Hirsch July 17: Roy Fletcher, Janie Oldfield July 18: Gus Weill July 19: Sally Nungesser, Marsanne Golsby July 20: Jed Horne July 24: Laura Maloney, Robert Dreyfuss July 25: Rose Hudson July 26: Connie Caldwell, Mike McDaniel July 27: Wayne Parent, Claudia Kozman, Larry Michaud, Norma Michaud July 31: Sidney Coffee, Charles Melancon July 2006 Topics: July 3: Author and former lawmaker Ron Gomez surveyed the July 4: Helen Thomas chided the Bush administration; Pat Williams previewed "The Warrior Within." July 5: Former Blanco Communications director Bob Mann reviewed his two and one-half years of service, including the chaos surrounding the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. July 6: Greater Baton Rouge Business Report publisher Rolfe McCollister offered high marks for Mayor-President Kip Holden a year and a half into his term; former LSU Chancellor Jim Wharton criticized a move to name a building at LSU in honor of Union Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman. July 10: State Treasurer John Kennedy recommended $9 million in budget cuts; Political activists Mark Upton and Scott Wilfong discussed the re-election chances of Gov. Blanco in 2007. July 11: July 12: July 13: Karen Elkind-Hirsch of Woman's Hospital discussed advances in treating obesity in women. July 17: Janie Oldfield of the Manship Theatre promoted upcoming performances featuring Randy Newman, Judy Collins and Charmaine Neville; Political consultant Roy Fletcher assessed the 2007 governor's race and discussed Congressman Richard Baker's vote against renewal of the Voting Rights Act. July 18: Veteran political consultant Gus Weill chided former client, Congressman Richard Baker, for voting against renewal of the Voting Rights Act. July 19: Former gubernatorial press secretaries Sally Nungesser and Marsanne Golsby recalled their tenures in the adminstrations of Gov. Dave Treen and Gov. Mike Foster. July 20: New Orleans Times-Picayune metro editor Jed Horne detailed his book, "Breach of Faith," which covers the Hurricane Katrina catastrophe. July 24: Laura Maloney, head of the Louisiana Chapter of the
Society for Protection against Cruelty to Animals, voiced approval for
legislation aimed at pet evacuations during disasters; Contributing editor to
The Nation, Robert Dreyfuss, assessed the political maneuvers in the Middle
East clash between July 25: Rose Hudson, new president of the Louisiana
Lottery, disclosed that lottery revenues have reached new heights in
post-Katrina July 26: Connie Caldwell, development director for Cancer
Services in July 27: Wayne Parent, LSU political science chairman,
stated that a rematch between Gov. Blanco and Congressman Bobby Jindal in next
year's gubernatorial election is possible;
LSU graduate and July 31: Gov. Blanco's coastal advisor, Sidney Coffee,
advocated passage of federal legislation aimed at funding coastal restoration
efforts; Congressman Charles Melancon assessed the war in |
