In this episode, Jim Chapman sits down with Senator Rick Edmonds, the 6th District Senator in Louisiana, who has announced is intention to run for U.S. Congress in Louisiana’s 5th district. Senator Edmond’s discusses his early life in Shreveport, highlighting the family values that shaped him and his journey from ministry to politics, spurred by a desire for greater representation after being inspired by Phil Robertson's story. 
Edmonds shares his impactful tenure as chairman of the Senate Education Committee, his efforts to strengthen drunk driving penalties, and his work supporting local businesses. He addresses contemporary issues like A.I. and rising insurance costs, and emphasizes the need for balanced governance and community engagement. 

Chapters
01:37 Welcome Senator Rick Edmonds
09:40 Growing Up in Shreveport
12:51 Journey into Politics
14:00 Important Legislation for Families
19:21 Running for Congress
22:25 The Role of AI in Politics
26:24 Tackling Insurance Costs
30:05 Commitment to Law Enforcement
33:41 Advocacy for Family Values

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To Learn More about Senator Rick Edmonds and how you can get involved visit: https://www.facebook.com/RickEdmondsLA/

In this episode, Jim sits down with Sheriff Jason Ard as they discuss a wide variety of topics including the 2025 Christmas Crusade,  the growing results of the ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Program, the general evolution of the Sheriff’s Office  the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office successful fight combating Fentanyl in the parish and the steps the Sheriff has taken to make schools even safer in the Livingston Parish.

#sheriffjasonard #livingstonparish #podcast #louisiana #localleaders 

Chapters
01:57 The Christmas Crusade Legacy
05:17 Impact Beyond Gifts
07:15 Community Partnerships
10:02 Sheriff’s Leadership in Growing Parish
11:24 Adapting to Growth Challenges
13:51 Evolving Law Enforcement Strategies
16:33 Focus on Internet Crimes Against Children
19:24 Proactive Policing with ICAC
23:52 Addressing Online Threats
26:38 Collaboration with Chris Hansen
28:32 School Safety Initiatives
38:58 Enhancing School Security
50:09 Transparency Through Podcasting
54:42 Behind the Scenes Podcast

This episode is brought to you in part by the Pro’s at Cool Kings Heating and Air https://www.coolkingsheatingandair.com

Follow “Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@BTSpodcast911

In this episode, Jim sits down with Sean Aucoin and Mark Nichols to discuss the healing potential of bioactive peptides in MAKE Wellness Products. Sean shares his recovery story post-shoulder surgery using Make Wellness peptides and Mark  joins to discuss how “focused” peptides helped manage his ADHD without side effects. 
They delve into the benefits of products like Lean, Fit, Hydrated, and Restore for fat loss, muscle recovery, hydration, and sleep improvement as well as an affiliate program that can benefit anyone who has seen success with the Products.

#MAKEwellness #Business #peptides #LocalLeaders #health #fitness 

Chapters
02:38 Peptides are Keys to Overall health
06:30 Personal Wellness Journey
17:34 Understanding Peptides
24:57 The Importance of Hydration
33:36 Managing ADHD Naturally
37:01 Stress Relief with Calm
40:01 Sleep Transformation
47:54 Energize Your Day
50:43 The Business Model 

This episode is brought to you in part by the Pro’s at Cool Kings Heating and Air https://www.coolkingsheatingandair.com

To Learn More about MAKE Wellness and place your order
https://meet.makewellness.com/?referral=335941

Closing in on his eleventh year in office, Denham Springs mayor Gerard Landry isn’t slowing down. He has already announced that he will not be seeking a 4th term as the mayor but that does not mean that his final year will not be an epic one. 

Throughout his 3 terms,  Mayor Landry has seen his entire city covered with water, immediately after he traveled to Washington DC and gave a speech to a packed congress that when I saw it live, absolutely moved me to tears.

The Mayor’s city not only came back but it came back stronger and better, we were truly #DenhamStrong
Then in 2020 during his 2nd term, Covid threatened businesses throughout the city, and much like the flood of 2016, with the Mayor’s leadership the businesses survived and the city would once again thrive. 
Now nearing the end of his 3rd term and likely last in office, Mayor Gerard Landry has set his sights on something once deemed not possible in the city of Denham Springs or the entire parish. 

A High End Hotel and Connecting Conference Center have been announced and with just one hurdle left the project that for the past decade has been on the list of citizens as the project most needed, will become a reality. Today I sit down with The Mayor to discuss how the project started, what infrastructure will be added to support it, and how the project will be funded at no additional cost to tax-payers. 

I’m Jim Chapman and This is Local Leaders 

Local Leaders the Podcast is brought to you in part by Cool Kings Heating and Air https://www.coolkingsheatingandair.com

Timestamps
01:37 Welcome Mayor Gerard Landry
04:10 Exciting New Projects for Denham Springs
05:01 The Denham Springs Conference Center
07:16 Bringing Community Needs to Life
07:49 The Potential for Growth
13:43 Addressing Traffic Concerns
14:39 Infrastructure Developments in Progress
23:25 Understanding Tax Increment Financing
25:31 Community Impact

The “Cool Guys” of Cool Kings Heating and Air Join Jim Chapman on this edition of Local Leader the Podcast Cool Kings to discuss HVAC industry changes, the importance of efficiency and maintenance, the benefits of smart thermostats and what you can do to extend the life of your A/C unit.

Timestamps
05:47 Understanding AC Repair Challenges
07:14 Exploring Refrigerant Efficiency Changes
11:49 Types of AC Systems Explained
15:50 Common AC Repairs You Should Know
22:42 The Importance of Regular Maintenance
24:54 The Benefits of Professional Service
31:31 Basic vs. Smart Thermostats
35:07 Choosing the Right Air Filters
38:04 Importance of Professional AC Companies
41:31 Building Trust in the AC Industry
46:11 Financing Options for Customers
50:42 Expanded Services Beyond AC Repair
56:32 Indoor Air Quality and Duct Services

Visit Cool Kings Heating and Air on the web 
https://www.coolkingsheatingandair.com

Follow Cool Kings on Facebook
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In this episode of Local Leaders the Podcast, Jim Chapman sits down with David and Marissa Hofstetter of Restoration 1 of East Baton Rouge to discuss the lesser known facts of storm prep as well as other information to get you ready should disaster strike. 

Restoration1 on the web:
https://restoration1.com/east-baton-rouge

Restoration1 on facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/R1EBR

Jody Purvis, the Superintendent of Livingston Parish Public Schools Joined Jim Chapman of Local Leaders the Podcast Louisiana as we discussed the importance of an upcoming renewal on the May 3rd ballot supported by the parish for nearly 70 years.

Be an informed voter and give this one a watch before voting.

The importance of mentorships...the truancy issue and what it leads to...is "locking them up and throwing away the key" the answer, and what is something Jenny Richardson Fore would like to see changed currently in the 21st JDC Juvenile court division.

Jenny Richardson Fore for Juvenile Judge sits down with Jim Chapman OF Local Leaders the Podcast Louisiana as we discuss these topics and much more.

Early voting for this election is April 19 to April 26 with Election Day on May 3rd!

In this episode of Local Leaders the Podcast, Jim Chapman sits down with volunteers of “The Louisiana Orphan Train Museum”. This non-profit museum located in Opelousas, Louisiana highlights the story of children placed on orphan trains from the mid-1800’s to early 1900’s with many transported right here in Louisiana.

It’s a deep dive into an often overlooked part of both Louisiana and American History.

You can learn more about the Louisiana Orphan Train Museum via the website below https://www.laorphantrainmuseum.com

Follow them on Facebook here:
 https://www.facebook.com/p/Louisiana-Orphan-Train-Museum-100044257255165/

Jim Chapman sits down with Jenny Fore, a candidate for Juvenile Court Judge in the 21st Judicial District. We discuss the critical role of juvenile justice in shaping our community, highlighting Jenny's journey from Louisiana State University to working closely with legendary Judge Blair Edwards. Her unique qualifications as it relates to this Juvenile Judgeship really set her apart and her choice to stay above the fray of the typical political “mud slinging” and run her race off of her qualifications make Jenny both a rare and refreshing choice in this election. 
Be an informed voter and check out this edition of Local Leaders the Podcast. 

Early voting starts March 15-22, 2025 

Election Day is March 29th, 2015 

You can learn more about Jenny Fore here: https://www.jenny4juvenilejudge.com/

Timestamps
0:31 The most important election of 2025 is upon us
7:38 Jenny’s journey into Law
11:52 Jenny’s decision to Focus on Juvenile Court
18:29 Jenny Fore’s unique Experience and Leadership 
23:01 Running on her own Merit
25:42 Call to Action for Voters

#Judge #louisiana #court #Juvenile #21stJudicial