Our military veterans represent a larger percentage of federal employees than they do in the private sector. So federal job cuts are hitting them much harder. After years of veterans being prioritized in filling jobs they are qualified for, they're being fired in large numbers. Jim and Rannah discuss whether we are betraying our commitment to our military veterans and what you can do about it.

Jim and Rannah take a look at declining church attendance, churches closing and how the decline in organized religion impacts our daily lives.  

Coming off the very successful Super Bowl in New Orleans, the city is ready for Mardi Gras like never before. Jim and Rannah talk about favorite parades, traditions, music and more. Is riding in a Mardi Gras parade on your bucket list? We'll talk about that experience and some traditions that date back almost 200 years. 

Jim and Rannah take a look at the national stories that impacted Louisiana during January. Starting on New Year's Day, we take a look at how the good and bad national news affected us. 

Jim and Rannah talk about how Christmas has become a secular holiday embraced by more religions and the new ways we're celebrating Christmas in 2024 -- with a funny observation about how Christmas cards have evolved. 

Last weekend, there were 8 college football team brawls -- players were pepper sprayed and one police officer sent to the hospital. Jim and Rannah sound off on how colleges are paying huge fines but taking no steps to curb violence on the field or in the stands. Join the conversation about college football in chaos! 

Jim and Rannah talk about favorite dishes and traditions for Thanksgiving in Louisiana and their origins. And Jim's updating his cookbook and looking for your holiday favorites. Join the conversation on Dateline Louisiana as we get ready for Thanksgiving in Louisiana! 

Jim and Rannah sound off on the Louisiana Governor's decision to bring a live tiger into Tiger Stadium before the LSU-Alabama football game - a tradition the university stopped a decade ago. What do you think?