The NFL schedule leaks are starting to roll in, and one matchup already feels completely unreal: the Saints and Steelers in Paris on October 25th. Matt breaks down why this might be the funniest international game the league has ever booked, from Saints fans trying escargot like crawfish to Steelers fans invading France like it’s a steel mill field trip. He also gets into the real football side of it too, including what the overseas trip means for the Saints schedule, possible bye week scenarios, and why losing a Superdome home game still stings.

On this day in 1938, Louis Armstrong recorded his legendary version of When The Saints Go Marching In and helped turn it into one of the most recognizable songs in music history. Michelle looks back at how Satchmo gave the classic its unmistakable New Orleans spirit and why the song still feels larger than life today.

Louisiana chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois joins Michelle Southern on Eagle 98.1 ahead of the premiere of Food Network’s new survival-style competition series Chopped: Castaways. Jean-Paul talks about growing up in Thibodaux, bringing Louisiana culture to a national audience, his hit series Duck Camp Dinners, and what it was really like competing on a remote island for $100,000. Plus, how his outdoors lifestyle may have given him an edge over the competition.

Lane Kiffin tried to walk back his Vanity Fair comments after Ole Miss fans erupted online, but Matt explains why this was never really about one interview. From leaving during the Rebels’ biggest season ever to becoming the face of their frustration, Matt breaks down why every comment Kiffin makes is going to reopen old wounds in Oxford.

Today’s Southern Salute celebrates the birthday of Steve Winwood, the legendary voice behind The Spencer Davis Group, Traffic, Blind Faith, and an incredible solo career. Michelle looks back at how Winwood exploded onto the music scene at just 15 years old, helped shape multiple generations of rock music, and delivered one of the most haunting songs ever recorded with “Can’t Find My Way Home.”

LSU gets swept in Athens and now the Tigers are staring down a brutal postseason reality. Matt breaks down what went wrong, what’s left to play for, and why a major offseason could be coming. Also, the latest from Saints rookie camp and why fans noticed Jordan Tyson missing practice.

On this day in 1981, the world lost reggae icon Bob Marley at just 36 years old. Today’s Southern Salute looks back at how Marley brought reggae to the mainstream, stayed true to his beliefs, and left behind music that still connects generations around the world.

Today’s Chad’s Collision Center Southern Salute celebrates Alex Van Halen turning 73 and the unbelievable story of how he and his brother Eddie accidentally changed rock history by switching instruments as kids. Plus, Michelle dives into why Alex’s drumming helped make Van Halen one of the most explosive bands of all time and spotlights a deeper cut fan favorite, “Light Up The Sky.”

Matt breaks down a massive weekend series for LSU baseball as the Tigers head to Georgia needing wins to stay on track for postseason positioning. Hear what Jay Johnson told his team ahead of the showdown, injury updates on key players, and why slowing down Georgia’s explosive offense won’t be easy. Plus, Will Wade lands another transfer as LSU basketball keeps building for the future.

Every May, Eagle 98.1’s Michelle Southern catches up with the man who held down afternoons before her, Baton Rouge radio legend Scotty Drake. This year’s conversation marked a pretty wild milestone: Michelle celebrating 8 years in afternoon drive on Eagle 98.1, while Scotty celebrates 8 years of retirement. The two talk motorcycles, road safety, the continued mission of the Motorcycle Awareness Campaign, and how you can grab one of MAC’s bright yellow “Please Watch for Motorcycles” yard signs during Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month. They also discuss encouraging new statistics showing motorcycle fatalities in Louisiana dropped 25% in 2024 compared to the previous year. A Baton Rouge radio reunion with laughs, memories, and an important reminder for drivers across Louisiana: watch for motorcycles.