This hour, Newell speaks with JP Morrell, New Orleans City Councilmember, and Andreanecia Morris, Executive Director for HousingNOLA about the the bill that's proposing a Constitutional Convention to re-write the Louisiana state constitution.بقلم Audacy

House Bill 800 is the bill that's proposing a Constitutional Convention to re-write the Louisiana state constitution. JP Morrell, New Orleans City Councilmember, joins Newell to share his concerns about the proposal.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to give legislative updates on a number of insurance bills in committee. Then, Michael brings on Chris Massengil, with St Tammany Corps, to talk about two recently announced projects in St. Tammany Parish; the Horsburgh & Scott’s Defense Manufacturing Facility and the Agile C…

Chris Massengil, with St Tammany Corps, joins Newell and Micahel Hecht to talk about two recently announced projects in St. Tammany Parish, the Horsburgh & Scott’s Defense Manufacturing Facility, a 32,000-square-foot facility in Slidell for the repair, service and assembly of industrial gears and gearboxes destined for the defense industry, and the…

Caller Rich in Lakeview and Newell have a back-and-forth about the need for Affirmative Action and laws protecting women's sports from transgender athletes.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with Fariba Mamaghani, Assistant Professor at Tulane University A. B. Freeman School of Business, about "Gravity Batteries", a new green energy technology. Then, Newell shares his thoughts on "Affinity graduations".بقلم Audacy

Newell wants to know is their really any justification for racially segregated college graduation ceremonies, or "Affinity Graduations".بقلم Audacy

Gravity batteries, gigantic bricks, packed full of compressed dirt, as big as a pickup truck, and about five times heavier, are a potentially important solution to a critical problem with the green energy revolution: making sure electricity is available when we need it, not just during the times when sun and wind supply it. Fariba Mamaghani, Assist…

This hour, Newell explaisn why he doesn't believe the Donald Trump is the future of the Republican Party. Then, Ronal Serpas, Professor of Practice in the Department of Criminal Justice at Loyola & former NOPD Chief, comes on the show to discuss the optics of Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Jeffery Vappie dining together.…

Ronal Serpas, Professor of Practice in the Department of Criminal Justice at Loyola & former NOPD Chief, joins Newell to discuss the optics of Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Jeffery Vappie dining togetherبقلم Audacy

Newell explains why he doesn't believe that Donald Trump is the future of the Republican Party and is skeptical of what Trump would be able to accomplish within a single term if he were to win the presidency again.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with Daphine Barnes, Executive Director of Economic Mobility at GNO, Inc., about their work with the NOLA Coalition. Then, Newell talks about universities returning back to using standardized testing scores to assess student acceptance, and the pro-Palestine protestors shutting down the Golden Gate Bridge.…

Newell askes how were pro-Palestine protestors able to shut down the Golden Gate Bridge for such a long period of time?بقلم Audacy

Daphine Barnes, Executive Director of Economic Mobility at GNO, Inc., joins Newell to talk about their goal to raise $15 million in youth services, the impact of the NOLA Coalition so far, the surprising number of people and organizations that are invested in the good of New Orleans, and more.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with President of St. Tammany Parish, Mike Cooper, about Gov. Landry's visit to the storm damaged areas of Slidell. Then, Daniel DePetris, a Defense Priorities Fellow, comes on to discuss what Israel's response may be after being attacked by Iran.بقلم Audacy

Over the weekend, Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, and now the world is awaiting Israel’s response. And officials in the United States (as well as the rest of the world) are calling for restraint from Israel. Daniel DePetris, a Defense Priorities Fellow, joins Newell to give his expert opinion on what happened, why it happened, and …

It's been a week since Slidell was hit by an EF2 tornado. Governor Landry visited the area on Monday. How are they going with the cleanup? President of St. Tammany Parish Mike Cooper joins Newell to discuss how the visit with Gov. Landry went and how the recovery efforts are going.بقلم Audacy

Newell share his thoughts on Gov. Jeff Landry's Letter-to-the-Editor opinion piece he submitted to NOLA.comبقلم Audacy

Guy Williams, President of Gulf Coast Bank and Trust, joins Newell to discuss local fraud targeting the elderly, the latest inflation news and interest rates, and The Jamie Dimon shareholders news letter.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with Brian Kish, President of the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, about the impact of the foundation and the recent event Newell attended that they hosted. Then, Newell shares his thoughts on an op-ed piece Gov. Jeff Landy submitted to NOLA.com clarifying his statements about LSU's Lady Tigers not being present for the National …

Brian Kish, President of the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, joins the show to talk about the impact of the foundation and the recent event Newell attended that they hosted. The Emeril Legasse Foundation has three core areas of focus; 1. Community Grants (mentorship & support) 2. Signature Program, a school based gardening & cooking program with Emeril’…

This hour, Newell speaks with Rafael Goyeneche, President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, about the MCC's Letter of Complaint to Public Integrity Bureau regarding Officer Jeffrey Vappie dining with New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell on the balcony of Tableau on April 7th. Then, they discuss the continuing criminal legacy of Darnell Hunter.…

Rafael Goyeneche, President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, joins Newell to talk about the MCC's Letter of Complaint to Public Integrity Bureau regarding Officer Jeffrey Vappie dining with New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell on the balcony of Tableau on April 7th.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks Shelby Mounts, Executive Director of NextOp, about his nonprofit organization's growing success at finding careerr for miltary vetertans. Then, Newell opens the phone lines for "No-Filter Friday" so the WWL callers to share their thought on highway safety, Slidell disaster assistance, and Rubenstein's 100th anniversary.…

Did you know that only about 25% of transitioning service members have a new job secured before leaving the military? NextOp, the nonprofit dedicated to recruiting, developing and placing high-performing, enlisted veterans into meaningful careers, placed 669 veterans and transitioning service members in 2023. With an average starting salary of $66,…

This hour, Newell speaks with Donna O’Daniels, St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce board member and President & CEO of “Visit The Northshore”, about the growth on the Northshore. Then, housing advocate, Andreanecia Morris, joins the show to talk about Senate Bill 484, which offers 4 important updates/changes to the current Fortified Roof program.…

Housing advocate, Andreanecia Morris, who leads the "Put Housing First" Triad will joins Newell to discuss Senate Bill 484: Reform Fortified Roof Program, which offers 4 important updates/changes to the current Fortified Roof program. The most important one is guaranteed savings for homeowners, a minimum of 20%-30% off your insurance bill. This bil…

St. Tammany is one of the fastest growing parishes in the state. And it’s now becoming a travel destination! In fact, it’s the fourth-largest visitor economy in the state. Visitors in 2022 spent more than $1.03 billion in St. Tammany Parish. St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce board member and President & CEO of “Visit The Northshore,” Donna O’Daniels …

This hour, Newell speaks with Kenny Rubenstein, Owner & General Manager of Rubensteins about the 100th anniversary of the clothing store. Then, Colonel Alex Gan, a former Israeli Air Force fighter pilot, joins the show LIVE from the desert in northern Israel to let us know how the situation is on the ground in Israel and to give his very unique per…

Colonel Alex Gan, a former Israeli Air Force fighter pilot, joins Newell LIVE from the desert in northern Israel to let us know how the situation is on the ground in Israel and get his very unique perspective on the Israel/Hamas conflict.بقلم Audacy

Rubenstein's celebrates 100 years as a cornerstone of the New Orleans community on Canal and St. Charles, and the gold standard for men’s apparel in New Orleans. Rubenstein's been a family business since its earliest days in 1924 on Canal and St. Charles, when Morris Rubenstein opened as a haberdashery. Shortly later, his brothers Elkin and Sam joi…

This hour, Newell speaks with Arthur Sterbcow, Local real estate analyst, about the state of the housing market in the New Orleans metropolitan area. Then, Thomas Ecker, President of the Mid-City Neighborhood Organization, joins the how to discuss the residential reaction to the shooting at Wit's Inn in Mid-City.…

Newell reacts to a text message that the negative criticism of violence in Mid-City is racially motivated.بقلم Audacy

Monday, security guard, Darriel King, was fatally shot at Wit's End bar on Carrollton Ave when he stopped the suspected shooter from entering the bar, because King suspected the guy had too much to drink. Residents and business owners mourn the death of this beloved citizen, and sound the alarm again about the rapid degeneration of that entertainme…

Arthur Sterbcow, local real estate analyst, has been at a real estate conference with big brokers from around the country. He joins the show to bring interesting info and updates on the National Association of Realtors doing away with policies that helped set agent commissions. He also talks about the state of the housing market in the New Orleans …

This hour, Newell speaks with Jefferson Parish Council-At-Large, Scott Walker, about the flooding in Jefferson Parish after some severe weather. Then, Lyonel Myrthil, the new Special Agent in Charge of the New Orleans FBI Field Office, joins the show to talk about his new assignment in The Big Easy!بقلم Audacy

Lyonel Myrthil is the new Special Agent in Charge of the New Orleans FBI Field Office. Agent Myrthil has a vast background in fighting violence and terrorism, having served in key roles to combat both his entire career. So how will he collaborate with the NOPD & OPSO to combat crime in our city? Agent Myrthil joins Newell to talk about his new assi…

Jefferson Parish experienced widespread flooding, extremely high canals, and both Jefferson & Orleans struggled with jaw dropping street flooding on Airline after yesterday's sever weather. Jefferson Parish Council-at-Large Scott Walker, joins Newell to discuss the flooding and the state of the water pumping infrastructure.…

This hour, Newell discusses the Biden Administration's handling of the Hamas hostage negotiations. Then, Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer joins the show to to give in assessment of the damages after Slidell was hit with tornadic activity and the progress of the recovery efforts.بقلم Audacy

Yesterday’s severe weather brought tornadoes, damaging winds and flooding across Southeast Louisiana, and the Mayor of Slidell, said, “We haven’t seen this much damage since Katrina.” A tornado in Slidell and a powerful line of storms left behind several injured people and widespread and catastrophic damage. Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer joins Newell t…

This hour, Newell speaks with Walt Leger, President & CEO, New Orleans & Company, about what conventions are coming to town, Global Meetings Industry Day, the economic and cultural impact of French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest on our region, development of the River District, new restaurants coming to the city, and how the legislators in Baton Rouge …

This hour, Newell brings in Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to discuss violent crime plummeting in New Orleans, City Council approving a landswap which woould allow the development of a Topgolf complex, and Latter & Blum being acquired by Compass. Then, Jerry Bologna, President & CEO of JEDCO, joins the show to talk about development of…

Fat City used to be “the place to be!” But that was a looong time ago. For years, Jefferson Parish business and political leaders have been studying how to revitalize the area. And now it looks like they have a plan for the construction of new greenspace and parking and nixes an earlier proposal to build a multi-million-dollar coworking space. Jerr…

This hour, Newell talks about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denying allegations that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Then, Morgan Valerie, Marketing Director for French Quarter Festivals Inc., comes on to share what's new at this year's French Quarter Fest.بقلم Audacy

Newell shares his thoughts on Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin denying allegations that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.بقلم Audacy

Morgan Valerie, Marketing Director for French Quarter Festivals Inc., joins Newell to share what's new at this year's French Quarter Fest.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with Ron Faucheaux, Political Analyst & publisher of "Lunchtime Politics", about the process of Louisiana’s Constitutional Convention. Then, PANO Attorney, Eric Hessler joins the Sheriff to talk about NOPD's new DNA crime lab.بقلم Audacy

NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, Congressman Troy Carter, the mayor, and other officials held a press conference Friday at the new crime lab, where they announced a $3.3 million federal grant for crime initiatives in New Orleans. With thousands of untested DNA samples in its warehouse, there’s no doubt the announcement is welcome news to both …

Political Analyst & publisher of "Lunchtime Politics,” Ron Faucheaux, joins Newell to talk about Gov. Jeff Landry wanting to replace Louisiana’s constitution with a new one, and how he may have the power to do it.بقلم Audacy

This hour, Newell speaks with Élan Jones, Executive Director of NOLA_CODE. NOLA_CODE is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing access to Computer Science education for students in grades K through 8. Then, Newell asks what do politicians in Baton Rouge have to fear from the general public having access to public records.…