Senator Bill Cassidy joins the show to talk about his recent meeting with President Trump, emphasizing that despite past political differences, they are now focused on future agendas. Cassidy highlights his role in helping Trump secure two cabinet secretaries and mentions Melania Trump's interest in his legislation on online safety for children. He stresses the importance of moving forward and working together for the future of the country and Louisiana.Cassidy also discusses the government's efforts to avoid a shutdown, crediting Mike Johnson and Chuck Schumer for their roles in keeping the government open. He emphasizes the need to balance the budget and avoid unnecessary spending.The conversation shifts to the Social Security Fairness Act, which Cassidy helped pass to ensure that state and local public employees who paid into Social Security receive their deserved benefits. He explains the long-term efforts to keep Social Security viable and prevent future insolvency.Finally, Cassidy talks about the Halt Fentanyl Act, aimed at combating fentanyl-related deaths by giving law enforcement more tools to address the issue. He highlights the success in reducing fentanyl deaths in East Baton Rouge Parish and the importance of comprehensive solutions to stop the inflow of fentanyl.

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Jeff Crouere joins the show to discuss the scheduled execution of Jesse Hoffman by nitrogen hypoxia, marking Louisiana's first execution in a decade. Hoffman was convicted for the murder of Molly Elliot nearly 30 years ago. This execution method, which involves breathing pure nitrogen gas, is controversial and has faced legal challenges. 

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Broadcasting live from the Country Club of Louisiana for Dreams Come True of Louisiana (DCT), Brian speaks with Jeremy Theriot from REV to discuss REV's involvement in the event, highlighting the company's commitment to supporting DCT's mission. He emphasized the importance of community engagement and the positive impact of the event on children with life-threatening illnesses. The conversation showcased REV's dedication to making a difference.

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Broadcasting live from the Country Club of Louisiana, hosted by Dreams Come True of Louisiana (DCT). Becky Prejean joins the show, expressing her excitement about the event and the presence of a "dream child" who came to play golf. DCT is a nonprofit organization that grants dreams to Louisiana children with life-threatening illnesses. Becky shared heartwarming stories of children whose dreams were fulfilled, including trips to Disney and Hawaii. She emphasized the importance of supporting families and ensuring that most of the funds raised go directly to fulfilling dreams. The tournament has 36 teams participating, and Becky expressed gratitude for the golfers' support and the smooth running of the event.

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Moon Griffon joins the show to share his views on Amendment #2. He discussed the potential impacts and implications of the amendment, highlighting both the benefits and concerns. Griffon emphasized the importance of understanding the amendment's details and encouraged listeners to stay informed and engaged in the legislative process. His insights aimed to provide a balanced perspective on the proposed changes.

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Jim Patterson from LABI joins the show to discuss the upcoming Legislative Session's focus on tax reform, dubbed "Full Throttle." He also talked about Amendment #2, which aims to address specific tax-related issues. Patterson emphasized the importance of these reforms for the state's economic growth and the potential benefits for businesses and residents. The discussion highlighted key points and anticipated challenges in implementing these changes.

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Troy “Rocco” Moreau joins the show on this Foodie Friday to delve into the origins of the Potato Po-Boy and share insights about the restaurant's Lenten Menu. He provides a fascinating look at the history behind this unique dish and highlights the special offerings available during Lent.

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Everett Thompson, Coach of the Baton Rouge Zydeco Hockey team, joins the show to talk about the latest season. He shares his relief at returning home after two months on the road and gives a preview of what fans can expect from the upcoming games.

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Early voting for the March 29th election opens tomorrow. Daniel Erspamer from the Pelican Institute discusses key ballot items, focusing on Constitutional Amendment #2. This amendment aims to lower the maximum income tax rate, pay off $2 billion in debt, and make permanent the teacher pay raise.It also doubles the standard deduction for seniors and implements a government spending limit. Despite concerns from the religious community, Erspamer assures that churches will remain exempt from property taxes. He emphasizes the importance of voting, given the low turnout expected. Amendment #2 also aims to free up locked funds in the state budget, allowing lawmakers to prioritize spending more effectively. Erspamer hopes this amendment will lead to broader constitutional reforms in Louisiana.He warns that failure to pass the amendment could halt progress on lowering taxes and complicate budget decisions. The Pelican Institute supports the amendment, highlighting its potential to streamline tax policies and improve fiscal management.

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Lance Fudickar, Physician Assistant and Director at Lake Urgent Care, joins the show to discuss their Medical Weight Loss Program. He explains how the injections aid in weight loss and highlights what makes their program unique compared to other clinics offering similar treatments.

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