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Nora Ahmed, Mark Ballard

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2025/06/26

Legal Director for the ACLU of Louisiana Nora Ahmed talks various topics including the ten year anniversary of Obgerfell v. Hodges and congressional redistricting. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national topics including the bombing of Iran and Trump's "big beautiful bill".

44:29

Colonel William Dunn, Paul Arrigo, Glenn Guilbeau

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2025/06/25

Colonel William Dunn shares his insights on the US strike on Iranian nuclear sites. Former president and CEO of Visit Baton Rouge Paul Arrigo discusses tourism in Louisiana and his induction into the Destinations International Hall of Fame. Editor of Tiger Rag Magazine Glenn Guilbeau talks his career in journalism, the state of LSU athletics, and his upcoming induction into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.

44:30

Jim Brown, Peter Kovacs

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2025/06/24

Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown talks various local and national political topics including the war in the Middle East and the upcoming US Senate race. Former editor of The Advocate Peter Kovacs comments on the world of media and journalism today.

44:26

Francis Rooney, Mike Wolf, Bernie Pinsonat

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2025/06/23

Politician and former US Ambassador Francis Rooney talks the idea of peace with new Pope Leo XVI and various political topics. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by Pollster Bernie Pinsonat comment on national and local political topics including the bombing in Iran and upcoming elections and candidates.

44:29

General Russel Honore

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2025/06/20

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various local and national topics including the recent legislative session, the "big beautiful bill, and ongoing wars within various countries.

44:29

Ed Pratt, Mark Ballard

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2025/06/19

Former Advocate columnist Ed Pratt speaks on his retirement from the Advocate and his future endeavors. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including Blake Miguez running for Senate and Steve Bannon's comments regarding Israel.

44:29

Dadrius Lanus, Troy Hebert, Chris Maxwell, Christina...

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2025/06/18

Louisiana Democratic Party's executive director Dadrius Lanus and Former Louisiana lawmaker Troy Hebert discuss the US Senate race in Louisiana, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and various local political topics. Owner and operator of the Red Dragon Listening Room Chris Maxwell reminisces on his time with the Red Dragon and the memorable performances at the venue over the years. Executive Director of the Knock Knock Children's Museum Christina Melton talks exciting upcoming events at the

44:25

Melissa Flournoy, Jeff Sadow, Laci Lemoine, Heather...

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2025/06/17

Cofounder of 10000 Women Louisiana and Democrat Melissa Flournoy is joined by LSU Shreveport professor Jeff Sadow to discuss various local and national political topics. Educator Laci Lemoine talks the latest on education throughout the state including teacher pay and the impact of implementation of AI in classrooms. Author Heather Clark speaks on her latest work, "The Scrapbook".

44:28

Dr. Loren Scott, Meg Kelly, Zia Tammami

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2025/06/16

Economist and president and founder of Loren C. Scott & Associates Loren Scott comments on the markets response to tariffs and the future for the economy under the Trump administration. Spokesperson for Swaggart Ministries speaks on Jimmy Swaggart amid his recent health scare. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami remembers music icons Sly Stone and Brian Wilson.

44:31

Cleo Fields, James Carville

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2025/06/13

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on various national political topics including Alex Padilla and Trump's "big beautiful bill". Longtime politico James Carville talks various topics including the war in the Middle East and Mike Johnson's response to the restraining of Alex Padilla.

44:28

Chris Drew, Jay Shelledy, Mark Ballard

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2025/06/12

Leader of the Manship School's experiential journalism curriculum Chris Drew is joined by the former editor of The Salt Lake Tribune and director of the student-staffed Manship School News Service program Jay Shelledy to remember great journalist, editor, and historian, Stanley Nelson. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including "the big beautiful bill".

44:29

Ed Pratt, Ron Faucheux

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2025/06/11

Advocate columnist Ed Pratt discusses the recent fire at Nottoway Plantation and the implications of inadequate education of the history of racial inequality. Polling analyst Ron Faucheux speaks on current political topics including Bill Cassidy and the escalation in Los Angeles.

44:18

Kelli Knight, Rafael de Castro, Dr. Peter Kaufman

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2025/06/09

Outreach Coordinator at LaFASA Kelli Knight is joined by Executive Director at LaFASA Rafael de Castro to talk the impact of sexual assault. Professor at George Matthews & Virginia Brinkley Modlin Chair in Leadership Studies Dr. Peter Kaufman speaks on the first pope from the Order of Saint Augustine, Pope Leo XIV.

44:30

Walt Leger, Tyler Bridges

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2025/06/06

President and CEO of New Orleans & Company Walt Leger talks the city of New Orleans and the uncertainty in terms if tourism. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various Louisiana political topics.

44:30

Mary Stein, Mark Ballard

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2025/06/05

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks November 15th voting and also upcoming events at the library including Movies on the Plaza and the Summer Reading Challenge. For more information, visit https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including the latest with GOP's bill.

44:29

Fred Dent, Andy Anderson, Katherine Anders, Kelly...

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2025/06/04

Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson discuss the markets and their philosophies on investing. Wife of Louisiana legend Katherine Anders remembers her dear husband Smiley Anders. Author and podcaster Kelly Corrigan speaks on her new children's book "Marianne the Maker".

44:29

Sid Edwards, Tom Aswell

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2025/06/03

Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish Sid Edwards gives his review on his first five months in office. Journalist and publisher of Louisiana Voice Tom Aswell talks various political topics including Trump and "TACO".

44:29

Roy Fletcher, Jere Longman, Sam Corso, Gwen Palagi

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2025/06/02

Republican Political Consultant Roy Fletcher comments on various political topics including the upcoming US Senate race with Bill Cassidy and John Fleming. Reporter for the New York Times Jere Longman talks his former career in sports writing and his current career in obituaries. Multi-media artist Sam Corso is joined by the director of development for the Baton Rouge Gallery Gwen Palagi talks Corso's upcoming gallery exhibition. For more information, visit

44:30

Billy Nungesser, Charlie Melancon

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2025/05/30

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser talks the latest in tourism throughout the state as well as various political issues throughout Louisiana. Former Louisiana Congressman Charlie Melancon speaks on various topics including Louisiana and Trump, the congressional delegation, and the upcoming closed primary election.

44:29

Jimmy Wetherford, Mark Ballard

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2025/05/29

Louie's Café owner Jimmy Wetherford talks the upcoming celebration of life for longtime Louie's chef Frenchie Cox .The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including the latest on tariffs, Bill Cassidy and the upcoming senate race, and insurance reforms throughout the state.

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