Hour One

Kate Hamer

Author Kate Hamer talked about her newest book The Doll Funeral; Hamer is also the author of The Girl in the Red Coat. Hamer was born in the United Kingdom and grew up in West Country and Wales.

“[Evokes] both Jeanette Winterson and Ian McEwan . . . an elegiac and uplifting novel about the indissoluble bonds between mothers and daughters, and a reminder of how the imagination can set you free.” — The Guardian

Billy Nungesser

Billy Nungesser is the current Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana. He was a guest on today's show discussing various topics. Nungesser has been Lt. Governor since being elected in 2016.

Hour Two

E. Eric Guirard and Melissa Flournoy

Attorney E. Eric Guirard and Melissa Flournoy will discuss Trump from opposite sides and weigh in on the flood in Houston. Flournoy will represent the left and Guirard for the right.

HOUR ONE

Former City Councilman Darrell Glasper

Former Baton Rouge Metro councilman Darrell Glasper talks to Jim about supporting Donald Trump. Trump made an appearance at the Baton Rouge River Center earlier this month. Glasper gives his opinions on what it's like being an African American supporting Donald Trump and his reasoning behind it.

Kate Hamer: The Girl in the Red Coat

Author Kate Hamer talks to Jim about her first novel, The Girl in the Red Coat. Her characters Carmel and her mother, Beth, both embark on journeys of their own when Carmel goes missing. Hamer describes the book as relatable, especially to mothers and daughters.

HOUR TWO

Melissa Flournoy & Representative Dee Richard

Independent Representative Dee Richard of Thibodaux (left) and Melissa Flournoy (right) both discuss the status of the state of Louisiana and legislature. Richard and Flournoy give their opinions on budget cuts, future taxes and who they plan on voting for in the upcoming presidential election.