Newell Normand

Newell Normand

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Newell Normand episodes

  • What will happen with the "Big Beautiful Bill" in the House?
    This hour, Newell is joined by political analyst Bernie Pinsonat to discuss the "Big Beautiful Bill" being debated in the House of Representatives. Then, Debbie Bresler, Crescent City Countdown Club, joins the show to share all the details about this spectacular fireworks display that can be seen from the East and West Banks of the River from Hilton New Orleans Riverside to Crescent Park in the French Market District.
    37 min
  • CNN will be covering this year's Go 4th on the River Fireworks Show
    Debbie Bresler, Crescent City Countdown Club, joins Newell to share all the details about this spectacular fireworks display that can be seen from the East and West Banks of the River from Hilton New Orleans Riverside to Crescent Park in the French Market District. And there’s more! CNN will be showcasing the NOLA fireworks around the world as part of its “Fourth in America” special!
    8 min
  • The "Big Beautiful Bill" returns to the House after passing the Senate
    Senate Republicans passed Donald Trump’s massive tax and spending bill after spending all night voting on amendments. The bill, which the GOP has dubbed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," now returns to the House of Representatives, which passed their version last month, before a Friday deadline the president has imposed for the legislation to be on his desk. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat joins Newell to talk about the bill and what comes next.
    22 min
  • The next mayor of New Orleans needs to "just get the basics done" first
    This hour, Newell has on Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to talk about the debate over Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," Gov. Jeff Landry signing a law that puts new limits on how much money an injured person can win in a lawsuit after an accident, Troop NOLA's impact on crime in New Orleans, the possibility of Plaza Tower serving a purpose as low-income housing for the elderly, financial cuts to the Sheriff's office, and more. Then, Harrison Crabtree, Director at the World Trade Center New Orleans, joins the show to discuss the recent Louisiana International Terminal Conference.
    38 min
  • Changing some minor habits can save you some major bucks
    All of us are looking to cut costs from groceries to gas. The year’s edition of AARP Bulletin’s “99 Great Ways to Save” showcases an all-new collection of tips to help consumers save big bucks. David Brindley, Deputy Editor of AARP Bulletin and AARP The Magazine, joins Newell to share some tips and give advice.
    15 min
  • We've never been told the truth about New Orleans city government finances (Full Show: 7/1/2025)
    On today's show, Newell addresses the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office's quarterly allocation being cut in half.
    Then, Newell has on
    Leonard Raybon, Artistic Director of Summer Lyric Theatre, to announce its 58th season,
    Pastor Jacques Williams of Crossing Jordan Christian Fellowship to discuss his impactful community initiatives that foster unity and support by working hand-in-glove with law enforcement agencies,
    David Schultz, Professor of Political Science at Hamline University, to discuss the Supreme Court curbing injunctions that blocked Trump's birthright citizen plan,
    Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill to talk about the state suing CVS over alleged deceptive text messages sent to customers.
    1 hr 55 min
  • Comfortable Lies vs. Unpleasant Truths
    This hour, Newell is joined by Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill to talk about the state suing CVS over alleged deceptive text messages sent to customers. Then, Newell has a passionate conversation with a caller about immigration.
    39 min

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