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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show March 9, 2026.

We start with a moment that got everyone’s attention across north Louisiana—a sudden shelter-in-place order at Barksdale Air Force Base. When a base that houses Air Force Global Strike Command and the 2nd Bomb Wing locks down, it raises serious questions. We break down what happened after a drone was spotted in restricted airspace, why drones have become a real security concern in modern warfare, and why a base that plays a critical role in America’s nuclear deterrent has zero tolerance for anything flying where it shouldn’t.

From there, we run through the Three Things You Need to Know Before Tomorrow—including the start of the Louisiana legislative session and Jeff Landry outlining his priorities for the state. Lawmakers are facing a packed agenda with more than a thousand bills filed, covering everything from court reform and government waste to changes in vehicle inspection requirements and education policy. We also talk about the ongoing infrastructure struggles in New Orleans, where yet another water main break flooded neighborhoods and triggered a citywide boil-water advisory for the East Bank—raising fresh questions about the future of the city’s water system and who should control it. 

Later in the show, we dig into several proposals coming out of the legislative session, including the debate over expanding the Louisiana GATOR Scholarship Program and whether school choice should operate alongside—or instead of—the current public education funding model. The conversation turns to Medicaid budget gaps, government spending priorities, and how lawmakers should tackle waste, fraud, and abuse in state government.

We also explore new proposals aimed at public safety and infrastructure—from making extreme speeding a felony offense to requiring stronger, hurricane-resistant roofs on new homes in coastal parishes.

Plus, we unpack some of the science behind recent earthquakes felt in north Louisiana. Are they natural, or could wastewater injection wells tied to energy production be playing a role? And what does that mean as debates grow over carbon capture projects and property rights?

Finally, we take a look at a new global ranking from The Heritage Foundation on economic freedom—where countries like Singapore and Switzerland top the list while North Korea, Cuba, and Venezuela fall at the bottom. The surprising part? The United States isn’t even in the top 20.

It’s a wide-ranging episode covering national security, state politics, infrastructure challenges, and the policies shaping the future—right here on American Ground Radio.

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show March 6, 2026.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill takes on some of the most powerful financial institutions in the world—BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street—over allegations that ESG investing schemes pressured energy companies to cut production for political reasons. Weexplain how these environmental, social, and governance policies may have manipulated markets, driven up energy costs, and used Americans’ retirement funds to advance ideological agendas.

We cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know Before Tomorrow: the suspension of Shreveport judge Sheva Sims, a federal indictment involving threats against House Speaker Mike Johnson and Donald Trump, and a Baton Rouge city councilman ordered to pay damages in a property dispute.

Plus, we Dig Deep into Louisiana’s upcoming Senate race as Bill Cassidy challenges Julia Letlow to a series of debates—while critics question why frontrunner John Fleming wasn’t invited. Is it a strategic political move or an attempt to reshape the narrative of the race?

And we explore congressional oversight after tough questioning from John Kennedy regarding a controversial $200 million Department of Homeland Security marketing campaign tied to former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.

Plus: practical advice on protecting your identity online, a look at how much state legislators are paid across America, and a broader discussion about government accountability, political strategy, and the role of oversight in a constitutional republic.

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show March 5, 2026.

We kick off talking about New Orleans ditching a $3.9 million EPA grant to expand curbside recycling—citing budget deficits and the fact that the program would become an unfunded mandate after the "free" money runs out. We dig into why recycling rarely pays for itself, how much of it historically got shipped overseas and buried instead of reused, and why the city's decision shows some fiscal realism despite the "save the planet" backlash.

We debate a proposed Louisiana bill (Click to Cancel Act) requiring streaming services and subscriptions to make cancellation as easy as signing up—no more hidden hoops. One side sees it as common-sense consumer protection; the other calls it unnecessary government overreach since people should read the fine print and take responsibility for their choices.

We cover the Livingston Parish library's search for its fourth director in three years after a resignation tied to a public book complaint over sexually explicit material, the Bossier City Council's new open-container law to revive the struggling Boardwalk, and a 4.9 magnitude earthquake in northwest Louisiana (felt as far as Texas, no major damage reported).

Plus, a fun game on college football's winningest coaches, with a nod to the passing of legend Lou Holtz.

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show March 4, 2026.

we break down the Louisiana U.S. Senate race, including Governor Jeff Landry's endorsement of Rep. Julia Letlow shortly after President Trump's endorsement of her. We discuss Treasurer John Fleming's accusation that the governor is "meddling" through behind-the-scenes efforts—lobbying donors, pressuring party officials, and allegedly offering Fleming alternative positions (like administration roles or ambassadorships) to exit the race—claims the governor has denied. We explore whether these actions cross from standard endorsements into interference, the weight of Trump's "insurmountable" endorsements, and how this dynamic affects the closed primary field (Fleming, Letlow, and incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy).

We cover President Trump's statement that he will endorse either John Cornyn or Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race and that the non-endorsed candidate should immediately drop out—raising questions about heavy-handed influence versus ensuring Republican unity in November.

We look at the DeRidder former mayor's conviction for carnal knowledge of a juvenile and indecent behavior with a minor (facing up to 10 years), the Bossier City Council's vote to end funding for the Bossier Arts Council due to three years of noncompliance with financial reporting, and a 12,600-gallon crude oil spill at the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port (with rapid containment and recovery using 32 vessels).

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show March 2, 2026.

We break down the Louisiana State Police's active monitoring of potential domestic threats tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict, including the risk of sleeper cells or lone actors entering through open borders. We discuss the recent shooting in Austin, Texas, where a man wearing an Iranian flag T-shirt opened fire on a crowd (killing two, wounding 14), and why incidents like this highlight the real-world implications of unsecured borders even when major conflicts seem far away.

We cover the ongoing Louisiana National Guard deployment in New Orleans, extended through August to combat violent crime in high-risk areas (with 350 soldiers currently active), and local updates like Shreveport's water main break causing low pressure and a boil notice—along with expected infrastructure upgrades from incoming data center investments. S&P also upgraded Shreveport's credit outlook from negative to stable, signaling fiscal improvement.

We examine pre-filed bills in the Louisiana legislature, including one to fine pedestrians $25 for using cell phones while crossing streets (aimed at distracted walking safety), and another to allow the governor to suspend judges or DAs for incompetence (with Senate approval), raising separation-of-powers concerns.

We also look at AT&T's $45 million investment to boost cell service inside Tiger Stadium, making calls and texts more reliable during LSU games.

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for February 26, 2026. 

We dig into the massive $1.2 billion spent over six years on Louisiana state-issued P-cards (purchase cards) held by 8,600 employees. The investigation highlights LSU as the top user, with one athletic department coordinator charging $5.2 million—mostly on hotels ($3.7 million), Delta Airlines ($2.2 million), and even $251,000 at Chick-fil-A. We discuss whether handing out thousands of taxpayer-funded credit cards is the smartest way to handle state business travel and expenses, or if better oversight and reimbursement processes could prevent questions about accountability.

The Louisiana Legislative Auditor and Inspector General are now reviewing the entire P-card program, including LSU's spending, to ensure proper checks and balances.

We cover local developments like the arrest of Arcadia Mayor Landis Milliken (D) on malfeasance and theft charges for allegedly using city funds for personal vehicle repairs and parties, New Orleans auctioning off 150 surplus city vehicles to help close a $224 million budget deficit, and New Orleans attorney John Fuller being disqualified from a judicial race for failing to file 2020 state income taxes.

We break down proposed bills in the Louisiana legislature, including one from Rep. Mike Bayham to fine pedestrians $25 for looking at cell phones while crossing streets (a misdemeanor aimed at distracted walking safety), and another from Sen. Jay Morris to allow the governor to suspend judges or DAs for incompetence—with Senate approval—raising separation-of-powers concerns.

We also look at AT&T's $45 million investment to upgrade cell service inside Tiger Stadium, making calls and texts easier during LSU games.

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for February 25, 2026. 

We break down a proposed Louisiana bill from State Representative Sylvia Taylor that would criminalize knowingly or negligently throwing objects from Mardi Gras parade floats if they could cause harm. Penalties include fines up to $1,000, six months in jail, or three years for serious injury. Existing laws already prohibit intentional assault or throwing dangerous objects, so this new measure could unnecessarily complicate a beloved cultural tradition like bead-throwing. Self-policing by krewes—kicking out members who cross lines—and plain common sense might address issues more effectively than expanding the criminal code.

Major investment continues in Louisiana. Hut 8 is developing a $3 billion data center in West Feliciana Parish, covering all upgrades to water and electric infrastructure (including a $17 million substation) at no cost to ratepayers. The project will create 200 permanent jobs starting in October.

Secretary of State Nancy Landry has obtained $75 million toward the $100 million required to replace 35-year-old voting machines. Legislative procurement rules have extended the timeline for touchscreen systems with voter-verifiable paper ballots and improved cybersecurity.

State Representative Tammy Phelps has entered the Shreveport mayoral race, adding to the Democratic contenders. In Baton Rouge, a former top aide to Mayor Sharon Weston Broome faces indictment on corruption charges involving kickbacks and contract fraud.

President Trump's recent State of the Union address emphasized economic progress and optimism, including the Ratepayer Protection Pledge to ensure data centers pay their own way on infrastructure. Louisiana now ranks in the top four states for election integrity per the latest Heritage Foundation report.

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You're listening to American Ground Radio wtih Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for February 24, 2026. 

In this episode of American Ground Radio, we spotlight Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's bold federal lawsuit against the FDA, challenging the Biden-era rule that eliminated the in-person dispensing requirement for the chemical abortion drug mifepristone. Joined by 21 state AGs, 60 members of Congress, and pro-life groups in amicus briefs, the case argues this change undermines state pro-life laws post-Dobbs, enables mail-order abortions across state lines, bypasses medical safeguards, and puts women at risk of serious complications like hemorrhage and sepsis. It's a direct assault on federalism and the safety of unborn children and mothers—God bless AG Murrill for standing firm. 

We celebrate real progress in Louisiana: Governor Jeff Landry's new executive order and proclamation, "A Home for Every Child," joining a Trump administration initiative to strengthen foster care. With Louisiana lagging at just 48 licensed foster homes per 100 children (vs. the national 57), the plan focuses on recruiting/retaining foster families, reducing unnecessary entries, eliminating bureaucracy, and ensuring federal benefits (like Social Security survivor payments) go directly to foster kids—not state coffers. It's a true pro-life step: not just anti-abortion, but pro-life at every stage, supporting vulnerable children and families.

Plus, exciting economic wins: Amazon's massive $12 billion investment in northwest Louisiana data center campuses (across Caddo and Bossier parishes) to support AI and cloud computing—creating hundreds of high-paying jobs, fortifying the electrical grid, water infrastructure, workforce training, and fiber connectivity without burdening locals. We tie it to the Haynesville Shale's natural gas boom, rising LNG exports, and why Louisiana is open for business.

We also discuss dropping auto insurance rates (nearly 6% in 2025, thanks to tort reforms curbing excessive lawsuits), ongoing homeowner challenges, a judge's ruling on New Orleans' sanctuary policies, stock trade reporting issues for Congresswoman Julia Letlow, and corruption charges in the Capital Area Transit System scandal.

Tune in for Louisiana-focused truth, bright spots in economic growth and child protection, and why fighting for life, safety, and prosperity matters. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for February 23, 2026. 

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for Febraury 20, 2026.