Talk Louisiana
Weekdays at 9am and 9pm
Talk Louisiana connects listeners with Louisiana newsmakers through live interviews. Hosted by award-winning journalist and broadcast veteran Jim Engster, Talk Louisiana brings listener insight into the conversation. In addition to the weekday morning broadcast and evening rebroadcast, hear Talk Louisiana at wrkf.org, on the WRKF App, and on your smart speaker.
To make yourself a part of the conversation
Call during the program's morning broadcast: 877-217-5757
Email any time: talk@talklouisiana.org
Latest Episodes
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The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in LA politics with Gov. Landry and the election delay. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf speaks on the redrawing of LA congressional maps and gerrymandering.
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Political consultant Michael Beychok comments on various political topics including breaking news on a Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana v. Callais redistricting case. Author and sustainability expert Dr. Pablo Dias talks his book "Climate Changed: The Science of Sustainability and How Each of Us Can Do Our Part". Proponent of "Charlie's Law" ACT 409 Roger Williams sheds light on details of the bill and shares the harrowing tale of why he supports it.
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Republican political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including the upcoming primary election and also the latest with Pres. Trump. Author Lev Mandel talks his latest work, "Money is Weird". Actress and filmmaker Jency Hogan talks her upcoming productions, "Every Brilliant Thing" and "Love Acting". For more information, visit, https://pro.gofundme.com/event/every-brilliant-thing/e771431 and https://www.manshiptheater.com/comingsoon/loveactingreelcase-er67h-pptxj.
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Politician and former US Ambassador Francis Rooney comments on the latest with Pres. Trump and the conversion of religion and politics. Associate Professor of Systematics at Fordham University Natalia Imperatori-Lee talks theology and the feud between the Pope and Pres. Trump. Author David King Dunaway talks his latest work, "A Four-Eyed World".
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Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including upcoming festivals throughout the state and the recent Mall of Louisiana shooting. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various political topics including congressional redistricting and also upcoming elections.
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The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including allegations against Blake Miguez and the upcoming 5th Congressional District election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks the upcoming US Senate election and the latest with Pres. Trump.
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Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards speaks on the latest throughout the parish including the BR PD pay raise. School of Behavioral and Social Sciences at the University of Louisiana at Monroe Pearson Cross talks various political topics including the upcoming US Senate election.
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Former Louisiana Congressman Charlie Melancon is joined by Lt. Colonel Bobbie Ragsdale to speak on various political topics including Pres. Trump and the ongoing war in Iran. Entrepreneur, civic leader, and activist Dr. Faye Williams talks her latest work, "This is Me" and also gives her thoughts on Bobby Kennedy's remarks regarding Black children.
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Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown to discuss current political topics including the Louisiana senate race and President Trump. Award-winning jazz vocalist, songwriter, and performer Quiana Lynell speaks on her new album titled "Black Magic" and upcoming album release performances. For more information, visit- https://www.quianalynell.com/
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Former United States Representative Billy Tauzin discusses the latest in politics and the war in Iran. 57th Governor of Louisiana Jeff Landry speaks on all things Louisiana including the 3rd amendment on the upcoming ballot and LSU athletics.