Doug Kelly from American Edge joins the show to discuss the global race in artificial intelligence, emphasizing Congress’s critical role in shaping AI policy. He highlights AI’s potential as a national security advantage and its transformative power across industries. Kelly underscores the importance of maintaining U.S. leadership in AI development to safeguard innovation, economic strength, and global competitiveness in this rapidly advancing technological frontier. 

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Moon Griffon joins the show to share his reflections on the recent legislative session, offering insights into key takeaways and whether his views have shifted since it concluded. He discusses the outcomes, legislative priorities, and how they align with or challenge his previous expectations. Griffon provides a candid perspective on the session’s impact and what it could mean for Louisiana moving forward.

Rowdy Gaudet from LABI joins the show to highlight the upcoming Business Excellence Awards in November, celebrating outstanding business owners who positively impact their communities and create jobs across Louisiana. The event also features the prestigious Ed Steimel Achievement Award, recognizing exceptional leadership and service. Gaudet emphasizes the importance of honoring those driving economic growth and community development throughout the state.

Dr. Tiffany Ardoin from Our Lady of the Lake joins the show to discuss the Geaux Get Healthy Program, which addresses food insecurity through nutrition education and guided grocery store tours. The initiative empowers individuals to make healthier food choices by teaching practical skills and increasing access to nutritious foods. Dr. Ardoin highlights the importance of community involvement and education in promoting long-term health and wellness across underserved populations.

Tressy Leindecker from Chris’s Specialty Foods joins the show to share the 30-year history of the family-run business. She brings in a delicious selection of items, including ground ribeye burgers and brisket. However, the standout of the day is the Wagyu hot dogs, which steal the spotlight with their rich flavor and quality. The segment highlights the company’s dedication to premium meats and culinary tradition.

Johnny Denham and Ned Fasullo join the show to share about the upcoming benefit concert on August 2nd, supporting Capital Region Crimestoppers. The event will feature a Bobby Darin tribute band and take place at LSU’s Union Theater. The concert aims to raise funds and awareness for community safety initiatives, while offering attendees an evening of nostalgic music and entertainment for a meaningful cause

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Kelly Schulz from New Orleans & Company joins the show to discuss the region’s tourism growth and its positive economic impact. She highlights major travel milestones for Louisiana and announces that New Orleans will host IPW 2027, a significant international tourism event. Schulz also previews the upcoming Essence Festival, emphasizing its cultural importance and the boost it brings to local businesses and the city’s vibrant hospitality and entertainment sectors.

On the heels of the 2025 Louisiana legislative session’s conclusion, Speaker Phillip Devillier joins the show to reflect on key developments. The session officially ended at 5:55 PM last Thursday, marking the close of the regular fiscal period. Devillier began by addressing national concerns, particularly a tragic shooting in Minnesota, emphasizing the importance of mindful public discourse and the need for heightened awareness and security, which has already been enhanced at the Louisiana Capitol.Turning to legislative matters, Devillier highlighted the extensive groundwork laid since the previous session, particularly around insurance reform. Committees began meeting as early as June 2024, leading to the swift introduction of around 30 insurance-related bills at the start of the 2025 session.

He also praised the proactive efforts in tax reform, led by Chairwoman Emerson, which began in a special session in November. Although further reforms were paused due to unexpected fiscal note changes, significant progress was made, including lowering personal income tax to a flat 3% and corporate tax to 5.5%, and eliminating the franchise tax.Devillier also noted the strategic planning behind budget allocations, with a focus on infrastructure, higher education, and debt reduction. He commended the work of various committee chairs for ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency. Despite the setback of a failed constitutional amendment, he expressed optimism about future reforms and emphasized the importance of monitoring the impact of recent changes before proceeding further.Overall, Devillier portrayed a productive session marked by collaboration, long-term planning, and meaningful policy shifts aimed at improving Louisiana’s business climate and public services. He concluded with a hopeful outlook, citing over $60 billion in new investments and a significant rise in the state’s national business rankings as signs of positive momentum.

Elizabeth Valure, a Physician Assistant at Lake Urgent Care, highlights the most common summer-related visits to urgent care. These include minor bug bites, burns, sprains, and strains from outdoor sports. However, the most frequent issue is the removal of fishing hooks. As outdoor activities increase during the summer months, urgent care centers often see a rise in these types of injuries, emphasizing the need for caution during recreational outings.