07/31 Monday: Billy Nungesser, Robyn Stein DeLuca, Gus Weill

Hour 1:

Billy Nungesser

Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser joins Jim in the first hour of the show to discuss the removal of the Confederate Monuments in New Orleans and what is the next step. Nungesser also comments on his recent trip to Quebec and Maine. The Lt. Gov. was named the Admiral of the Fleet for the 2017 Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo.

Robyn Stein DeLuca

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Dr. DeLuca chats with Jim about her latest book, The Hormone Myth. 

"In this breakthrough book, Robyn Stein DeLuca fearlessly exposes and debunks pervasive myths about women’s hormones, and reveals how flawed, outdated research and sexism have joined forces throughout history to keep women “in their place.” With a revolutionary exploration of women’s hormonal lives­­­­­­­—from menstruation to childbirth to menopause—DeLuca shines a much-needed light on the lies that have impacted women."- Amazon

Hour 2:

Gus Weill

Former PR consultant Gus Weill discusses the resignation of Anthony Scaramucci as the White House's communication director. 

Zeus

The Jim Engster Show had a special guest producer in the studio, Zeus. Zeus is a 10-year-old boxer/pitbull mix. 

06/12 Monday: Louise Nayer, Gus Weill, D’Seante Parks

Hour 1:

Louise Nayer

Author of Poised for Retirement: Moving from Anxiety to Zen chats with Jim about her latest book. 

"A unique narrative on a unique time offering solace to people nearing retirement. Poised for Retirement is not your parents’ retirement guide, nor is it a financial planning guide; rather, it’s the relatable story of an ordinary working woman reflecting on her life and career."- Amazon

Gus Weill

Former PR consultant Gus Weill chats with Jim about former FBI director James Comey and comments on President Trump's travel ban and a lawsuit against the president. 

Hour 2:

D’Seante Parks

Director of Public Affairs for the Louisiana Democratic Party, D’Seante Parks, visits Jim in studio to discuss the future of the Democratic party in Louisiana. 

05/26 Friday: Lauren Lipton, Gus Weill and Mike Strain

Hour One

Lauren Lipton

Lauren Lipton is a journalist who mostly covers trends, style and travele, according to her website (laurenlipton.com). She recently authored, Yoga Bodies: Real People, Real Stories & the Power of Transformation, where she interviews a diverse set of people who regularly practice yoga.

Gus Weill

Former PR consultant Gus Weill, returns to comment on President Trump, the upcoming birthday of President John F. Kennedy and politician Greg Gianforte's attack on a British reporter. Weill is originally from Lafayette, La. 

Hour Two

Mike Strain

Mike Strain is the first Republican to be elected to the position of Louisiana Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner. He is a doctor of veterinary medicine, with a degree from LSU and is a former member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, from Covington. 

05/12 Friday: Steve Carter, Deborah Newmyer, Gus Weill and James Robenalt

Hour One

Steve Carter

Steve Carter is a Republican member of the Louisiana House of Representatives and former LSU tennis coach. He came on the show to discuss the legislature, counsel on aging, gas tax, TOPS and more.

Deborah Newmyer

Author Deborah Newmyer came on the air to talk about her new book, MOMS FOR HIRE: 8 Steps to Kickstart Your Next Career. She is also a TV and Film producer has made  a career out of scouting and developing movies like, Jurassic Park, The Color Purple and more. 

Hour Two

Gus Weill

Gus Weill is a former PR specialist from Lafayette, La and now resides in Baton Rouge. He is also an author and poet who attended LSU; he graduated with a degree in journalism. He came on the show to talk about Trump and the firing of James Comey.

James Robenalt

James Robenalt is a lawyer and author in Cleveland and originally from Lima, Ohio. He will be discussing comparisons between Watergate and Trump.

02/09 Thursday: F. King Alexander, Mark Ballard, Mary Stein, Gus Weill

Hour One

F. King Alexander

F. King Alexander is the president and chancellor of Louisiana State University and stopped by to give us updates about what is happening on campus. He was previously the president of two other universities: California State University, Long Beach and Murray State University.

Mark Ballard

Mark Ballard of the Advocate joins the show to give updates on affairs going on in the state of Louisiana. Ballard is the editor of the Capitol News Bureau.

Hour Two

Mary Stein

Mary Stein is the Assistant Director, Administrative Services at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library. She joined the show to discuss Baton Rouge's bicentennial and its connection to Mark Twain.

Gus Weill

Political consultant and former PR specialist Gus Weill joined the show to discuss the presidency of Donald Trump. He originates from Lafayette, Louisiana and now resides in New York City. 

12/28 Wednesday: Gus Weill, David Fa-Kouri, Dan Borne

HOUR ONE

Gus Weill

Gus Weill joins the show to talk about the campaigns of Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.  Weill describes the money spent on the Hillary campaign and what to expect when Donald Trump comes into office.

David Fa-Kouri

Fa-kouri joins the show to talk about the receding coastline and the risk of biochemicals learned about in Louisiana since the excessive flooding this past year.

HOUR TWO

Dan Borne

The public address announcer at Tiger Stadium and the PMAC joins the show to talk about the future of the LSU Tigers, U.S. presidents, and Borne's career.  Borne makes his way to the studio after welcoming a new grandchild this afternoon.