This hour, Newell expresses his disgust at people celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk on social media. Then, Jan Moller, Executive Director of Invest in Louisiana, joins the show to talk about the “Invest in Louisiana Policy Conference” returning to Baton Rouge.

Jan Moller, Executive Director of Invest in Louisiana, joins Newell to talk about the “Invest in Louisiana Policy Conference” returning to Baton Rouge! On September 18th for a day of fellowship and learning about how we can break down racial and economic barriers and create a stronger state economy that works for everyone. This year’s conference theme is “Toward Justice for All: Centering Equity in Louisiana’s Policy Future.”

Newell expresses his disgust at people celebrating the death of Charlie Kirk on social media and underlines the importance of utilizing emotional intelligence.

On today's show, Newell talks about how the killing of Charlie Kirk can potentially change the dynamic of political discourse in America.

Then, Newell has on

Margeurite Oestreicher, Executive Director of New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity, to talk about the Still Rising: A Forum for Housing Innovation event taking place on September 18th,

Michelle Courseault, Execitive Director of the French Quarter Management District, to talk about the supplemental safety patrols going on in the Quarter and the coming addition of officers from the Louisiana State Police,

Jeff Nowak, WWL Saints Sideline Reporter & Digital Content Producer, to review the New Orleans Saints' defeat at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers,

and Guy Williams, President of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, to discuss the latest economic news.

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This hour, Newell is joined by Guy Williams, President of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, to discuss rising inflation and a very weak jobs report challenging the Federal Reserve, the collapse of the French government and why it matters for the U.S., Europe cooling on net zero, nuclear power making a comeback, Jaguar's bold plan to lose 85% of its customers, and a Supreme Court case on tariffs that the president might be better off losing.

This hour, Newell has on Michelle Courseault, Executive Director of the French Quarter Management District, to talk about the supplemental safety patrols going on in the Quarter and the coming addition of officers from the Louisiana State Police. Then, Jeff Nowak, WWL Saints Sideline Reporter & Digital Content Producer, joins the show to review the New Orleans Saints' defeat at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers.

Jeff Nowak, WWL Saints Sideline Reporter & Digital Content Producer, joins Newell to review the New Orleans Saints' defeat at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers.

Michelle Courseault, Executive Director of the French Quarter Management District, joins Newell to talk about the supplemental safety patrols going on in the Quarter and the coming addition of officers from the Louisiana State Police.

This hour, Newell talks about how the killing of Charlie Kirk can potentially change the dynamic of political discourse in America. Then, Margeurite Oestreicher, Executive Director of New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity, joins the show to talk about the Still Rising: A Forum for Housing Innovation event taking place on September 18th.

On September 18, 2025, New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity will host a day-long housing summit featuring experts in the most challenging areas affecting housing today: insurance, financing, design/construction, policy, health, and climate challenges. The event is designed to discuss and develop solutions in real time to meet these challenges, utilizing the knowledge and experiences of both speakers and attendees. Still Rising: A Forum for Housing Innovation takes place at Nieux Society. 2040 St. Charles Avenue, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Tickets are $150.00. Margeurite Oestreicher, Executive Director of New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity, joins Newell to talk about the event.