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Talk Louisiana
Talk Louisiana
Weekdays at 9am and 9pm

Talk Louisiana with Jim Engster airs weekdays at 9am and 9pm on WRKF.

Latest Episodes
  • Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser talks the latest in tourism through the state, ongoing state plans and projects, and also the idea of the closed primary upcoming election. Member of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and executive director of the LA Democratic Party Dadrius Lanus talks the latest in local politics including the upcoming senate election and its candidates.
  • The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in politics including the national deficit, the upcoming midterm elections, and the Florida governor election. Former UNO baseball coach Ron Maestri reflects on his career over the years and also remembers legendary LSU baseball coach Skip Bertman and legendary MLB pitcher Tommy John.
  • In an encore interview, legendary blues singer and guitarist Buddy Guy reflects on his life and career over the years and also his upcoming performance at the Saenger Theatre. For tickets, visit https://us.atgtickets.com/events/buddy-guy/saenger-theatre/. President of Consumer Energy Alliance David Holt addresses concerns regarding carbon capture, data centers, and green energy. Actor John Mese talks his upcoming presentation at the Manship Theatre, "Me and My Dad". For more information, visit https://manshiptheatre.org/comingsoon/thestoryofmeandmydad-pptxj-a7mhr.
  • Programming Director and Social Media Curator at The Manship Kelly Swift talks the upcoming Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival. For more information, visit https://www.batonrougeunderground.com/. Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin discusses the latest in politics including stock trading and members of the US House. District 5 Metro Councilman Darryl Hurst talks the latest in local news including taxing districts.
  • Former mayor of Cleveland Dennis Kucinich gives his thoughts on the Democratic party. Polling analyst Ron Faucheux speaks on various local political topics including Gov. Landry's recent statements regarding the city of New Orleans and the upcoming senate race. Republican candidate for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District Monique Appeaning speaks on her campaign and candidacy.
  • Lawyer and former Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana Jay Dardenne remembers legendary LSU baseball coach, Skip Bertman amid his recent death and also talks the life and legacy of football star Billy Cannon by referencing his upcoming documentary, "Circles: The Life of Billy Cannon. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry speaks on various local topics including Meta centers throughout the state, NDAs, SpaceX, and AG Liz Murrill.
  • Author and columnist Humberto Fontova speaks on the impact and effect of leadership of former Cuban President Fidel Castro on the 100th anniversary of his birth. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the upcoming November election and Pres. Trump and mail-in voting. Author David Hill talks his hometown of Hot Springs, Arkansas on its 150th anniversary.
  • Author, political organizer, and co-founder/president of Run for Something Amanda Litman talks the impact and importance of young people in politics by referencing her latest work, "When We're In Charge". The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in local and national politics including candidate qualifying in Louisiana, the upcoming US Senate election, and the latest on Pres. Trump.
  • Author and columnist Humberto Fontova speaks on the impact and effect of leadership of former Cuban President Fidel Castro on the 100th anniversary of his birth. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the upcoming November election and Pres. Trump and mail-in voting. Author David Hill talks his hometown of Hot Springs, Arkansas on its 150th anniversary.
  • Candidate for Louisiana's 6th District Pat Forbes gives insight into his campaign and candidacy. Environmental engineer Bob Jacobsen talks the impact and effect the 2016 flood had on the city ten years later. Associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow is joined by former state lawmaker and cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy to discuss various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump and the upcoming midterm elections.