In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” Kiran Chawla chats with Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser about Hurricane Katrina's impact, rebuilding efforts, tourism recovery, and the need for political reform, showcasing Louisiana's resilience and community spirit.

Chapters
01:45 Reflections on Katrina's Aftermath
06:44 Preparing for Future Hurricanes
08:42 The Transparency of Politicians
16:05 Population Trends and Migration
19:16 Cleaning Up Louisiana
24:57 Supporting Veterans and Community
33:38 The Importance of Local Businesses
39:24 Celebrating Louisiana's Unique Culture

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In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” 21st Judicial District Attorney Scott Perrilloux  joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the recent lawsuit brought against Roblox by the State of Louisiana, The rising success of the Attorney General’s ICAC program and the lowering rate of Fentanyl related overdose deaths in Livingston Parish and surrounding parishes. 

Chapters
01:59 Roblox Lawsuit
09:44 Safeguards and Responsibilities
19:14 Shifting to Internet Crimes
21:59 Overdoses Declines
28:08 Mental Health and Addiction Issues

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In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” 21st Judicial Juvenile Judge Jenny Fore joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the rising pace of crime committed by juveniles and what is being done to combat it.

Chapters
03:09 The Role of Poverty and Education
05:48 Family Structures and Their Impact
07:46 The Influence of Technology on Youth
09:34 Shifts in Juvenile Crime Trends
13:25 Detention Center Insights
14:26 Addressing Recidivism
18:37 The Importance of Mentorship
25:50 Community Involvement in Solutions
28:48 Truancy and Its Consequences
31:52 Current Juvenile Crime Statistics
37:04 The Impact of Social Media
43:03 Addressing Supervision and Safety
48:28 The Judge's Perspective on Change

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In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” Megan Kelly joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the recent domestic violence related murder/suicide in East Baton Rouge Parish.

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Chapters 
02:01 Understanding the Cycle of Abuse
05:21 The Risks of Leaving
07:49 Real Stories of Survival
13:56 The Central Case Breakdown
15:54 The Aftermath of Violence
24:09 The Second Chance
27:13 Understanding Emotional Abuse
34:35 The Impact of Domestic Violence
37:46 Resources for Help
41:41 Financial Independence Matters
44:38 Call to Action for Safety

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In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” Sheriff Sid Gautreaux and Detective Scott Henning join Kiran Chawla to discuss the Crime Rate statistics in 2025 for the capital city and the measures they have taken such as a new Gang Intelligence Unit to lower the crime rate. 

Chapters
01:46 Interview with Sheriff Sid Gautreaux
19:43 Gang Activity 
26:11 Drug Enforcement Achievements
29:11 Fentanyl and Its Impact
41:16 Juvenile Crime Trends
49:58 The Role of Family in Crime
54:05 Judicial System Challenges
1:02:11 Jail Conditions and Future Plans

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In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” Rebekah Prevost joins Kiran Chawla to discuss her survival story after being struck by lightning.

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Chapters
01:23 The Day Everything Changed
03:49 The Moment of Impact
05:09 The Aftermath of the Strike
07:14 Family's Reaction and Hospital Visit
10:25 Healing and Recovery
23:09 The Miracle of Recovery
35:57 Sharing the Journey

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In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered” April Johnson joins Kiran Chawla to discuss the 95-year sentence of Brynnen Murphy for the murders of her daughter, grandson, and unborn granddaughter.


Chapters
13:47 The Aftermath of the Courtroom
15:55 A Mother's Loss and Naming
17:20 Struggles of Healing
25:12 Memories and Moving Forward
29:57 A Complex Relationship with the Grandfather
40:08 Advice for Those in Danger
42:59 Reflecting on Loss and Sympathy

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In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla and Daniel Brown look into the July 4th flash flooding of the Guadalupe River, which has now claimed over 100 lives. They look into communication failures, the need for improved warning systems, and what can be done to address such catastrophes in the future.

Chapters
05:29 Setting the Scene: The Flood Details
14:43 The Camp Experience 16:02 Past Disasters
23:57 The Impact of Warnings
25:08 System Failures and Realizations
47:43 The Climate Conversation
50:55 The Path Ahead

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In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Sheriff Gerald Sticker and his Public Information Officer Ashley Rodrigue to discuss the Amber Alert system and how it had a direct affect on a case in Tangipahoa Parish on June 13, 2024 incident where two girls were kidnapped following the tragic murder of their mother.

Chapters
02:10 Discussing the June 2024 Incident
05:39 The Importance of Timely Alerts
14:21 Learning from Tragedy
19:58 Balancing Public Awareness and Fatigue
27:25 The Role of Social Media in Alerts
36:45 Transparency and Community Trust

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In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla and Megan Kelly delve into Reverend Jimmy Swaggart's life, recent health crisis, and legacy.

Chapters
09:35 Who is Jimmy Swaggart?
11:55 The Swaggart Family Legacy
13:53 The Ministry's Evolution
20:36 The Impact of Camp Meetings
22:40 Addressing the Scandal
26:57 The Aftermath of the Scandal
36:55 Lessons from Jimmy Swaggart


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