Dateline Louisiana
A provocative look at the deepest of the deep southern states by two veterans of Louisiana politics. Thoughts that are informative, candid, humorous, and sometimes controversial about life in one of the most interesting and rabble-rousing states in the nation. Jim Brown is a veteran of Louisiana statewide politics, has taught Louisiana history, written six books about Louisiana, and presently is the publisher of The Lisburn Press. His website is www.jimbrownla.com. Rannah Gray is a government consultant and is the author of three books including international best seller Familiar Evil. Her website is www.rannahgray.com. You can reach them at huey@datelinelouisiana.com.
Episodes
65 episodes since 2021
Insurance is Absolutely Crazy in Louisiana!
Wow, insurance is bad in Louisiana, here is Jim and Rannah as they discuss why.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com&...
September 06, 2024
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20:57
Are You Sick and Tired of All the Political Bickering? We Are!
Will it ever end? Join Jim and Rannah as they discuss the constant political bickering concerning the US and Louisiana. Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelis...
August 23, 2024
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23:26
Did the Opening of the Olympics Mock Jesus? They Can’t Be Serious.
The Olympics are here, and there is lots to talk about. Join Jim and Rannah as they talk about the peculiarities of the Paris Olympics.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com ...
August 09, 2024
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20:43
After 200 Years, What’s Been Changing Louisiana Cuisine?
You'll likely be hungry after this one, folks; I know I was.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgray...
July 26, 2024
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18:12
At the Southern Border or in Gaza – Where’s the Humanity?
Where is the humanity? Jim and Rannah give their insights and thoughts on the matter.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrow...
July 12, 2024
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21:08
How Much Did His Conviction Damage Trump?
Trump's conviction is in the news, how does it relate to Baton Rouge?Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.r...
June 28, 2024
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24:04
Highs and Lows of the Louisiana Legislative Session
More Louisiana happenings reported by Jim and Rannah.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgray.com
June 14, 2024
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26:28
The Governor’s Daughter: Victoria Edwards Joins Us to Remember Her Father
An interesting interview with Victoria Edwards. Check out here book: The Life and Times of a Governor’s Daughter.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpre...
May 31, 2024
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16:52
Louisiana in the Dark: From the Eclipse to Jailing Librarians
More Louisiana happenings reported by Jim and Rannah.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgray.com
May 17, 2024
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26:40
Our Constitution Needs Reform But the Legislature and Governor are Way Off Base
Here Jim and Rannah chat about legislation reform that concerns all of us in Louisiana.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla....
May 03, 2024
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25:43
OJ and the Rise of TV Trials
Here, Jim and Rannah discuss the rise of TV trials and say farewell to Jim's friend, the great Clarence "Frogman" Henry.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnp...
April 12, 2024
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26:34
Closed Primaries in Louisiana – and Let the Good Time Music Roll
Here Jim and Rannah chat about, well, allot of Louisiana stuff.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahg...
March 01, 2024
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25:38
National Politics: Trump or Biden?
Jim and Rannah chat about our nations politics.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgray.com
February 16, 2024
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23:46
Coach Nick Saban and LSU
Jim and Rannah share stories about legendary coach Nick Saban.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgr...
February 02, 2024
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18:42
Drawing New Congressional and Judicial Districts in Louisiana
Jim and Rannah chat about moves in the Congressional and Judicial Districts. Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com<...
January 19, 2024
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20:05
3 Things That Made Us Mad This Week
Jim and Rannah chat about the stuff that ticks them off in Louisiana. Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com&nbs...
December 29, 2023
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21:32
Jim's Close Call in Israel
Jim tells us about his close call in Isreal. Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgray.com
December 15, 2023
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18:00
Louisiana's First Speaker of the House -- and Three Who Tried Before Him
Jim and Rannah chat about the new Speaker of the House and what it means for Louisiana.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla....
December 01, 2023
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20:28
Disaster for Louisiana, Democratic Party?
Jim and Rannah chat about the state of the Democratic Party in Louisiana. Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com...
November 17, 2023
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24:28
Mississippi Dwarfs Louisiana in Education Reform
Jim and Rannah chat about the education reforms made in rival Mississippi and how the compare to the state of education in Louisiana.Let us know what you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com ww...
November 03, 2023
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21:45
It's All About Football at LSU!
Jim and Rannah chat football tradition and recent developments at LSU. What you think at: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com www.rannahgray.c...
October 20, 2023
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18:42
Kingfish U – New Book About Huey Long and LSU – with special guest Author Robert Mann
Today we have a special broadcast for you. Jim and Rannah chat with the very special guest, author Robert Mann. They discuss his book on how one of the most influential, famous and infamous Louisiana politicians influenced Louisian...
October 06, 2023
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31:12
Jim Journeys to the Holy Land
Today we discuss Jim's upcoming trip to the Holy Land. Let us know what you want us to ask him upon his return: www.datelinelouisiana.com www.thelisburnpress.com www.jimbrownla.com&...
September 22, 2023
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25:18