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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Daniel Brown joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the horrific intentional crash injuring BRPD Motorcycle Officer Sargent Caleb Eisworth. 
Kiran and Daniel discuss the crime, the current status of Sargent Eisworth and take a look into the past of Gad Black, 41, of Baton Rouge, who is charged with attempted first-degree murder of the police officer.

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Chapters
01:52 Sargent Caleb Eisworth’s Critical Condition
02:08 The Crash Overview
05:48 Reporting the Story
10:35 Uncovering Gad Black’s Past
15:36 The Arrest and Initial Charges
17:00 Digging Deeper into the 2014 Incident
31:28 The Girlfriend's Involvement

In this episode Kiran Chawla and Jim Chapman update you on the Louisiana Manhunt for the last two of ten inmates who escaped The Orleans Parish Jail. They discuss the up to the second updates as well as a discussion into the cost to track them.

Chapters
01:23 The national response.
05:07 Inside help and planning.
10:16 The status of the fugitives.
12:55 Social media missteps.
15:43 The budget implications.
19:54 The systemic issues revealed.
25:36 Consequences of the escape.
35:49 The ongoing search. 

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In this powerful conversation, Kiran Chawla and Megan H. Kelly delve into the complex and often taboo subject of domestic violence. Megan shares her personal journey as a survivor, discussing the signs of abuse, the impact of isolation, and the importance of support systems. They explore the societal issues surrounding victim blaming and the need for awareness and resources for those affected. 

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Chapters
03:04 Megan's Personal Journey with Domestic Violence
05:59 Understanding the Dynamics of Control
08:57 The Escalation of Abuse
26:54 The Journey to Becoming a Conqueror
48:42 The Impact of Domestic Violence on Families
50:15 Victim Blaming and Public Perception

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Kiran Chawla interviews John Foster Benoit, the 2025 American Idol runner-up, who shares his inspiring journey from a small Louisiana town to national fame.
John discusses the impact of personal tragedy, specifically the loss of friends, which led him to write the poignant song "Tell That Angel, I Love Her." 
He reflects on his American Idol experience, highlighting a pivotal audition moment and the support he received from judges and his Louisiana community. John also expresses deep gratitude for the friendships he formed during the competition and shares hopes for his future music career.


Brusly High student John Foster composes song to honor teens killed in crash on New Year’s Eve:
https://unfilteredwithkiran.com/brusly-high-student-composes-song-to-honor-teens-killed-in-crash-on-new-years-eve/

Chapters
04:23 Journey to American Idol
07:40 The Judges’ Impact
10:54 Embracing Criticism
13:30 Community Support
16:14 The Top Two Moment
23:24 Remembering Maggie Dunn

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