Best Pels Game Podcasts (2025)

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Solving the insurance crisis, breaking down the Saints schedule, and more: Full Show 5-15-25 1:38:00

1h ago1:38:00

1:38:00

* Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple on the "fleecing of Louisiana"* This state rep. wants to address misleading ads by attorneys* Breaking down the Saints 2025 schedule game-by-game* We warned about screwworms last week & they're back in the news now* Mid-Barataria project supporters are pushing for action, plans for future* Sen. Bill Cassidy on pr…

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Saints schedule breakdown and Cassidy on flood insurance: 9am hour 32:35

1h ago32:35

32:35

* Breaking down the Saints 2025 schedule * Senator Bill Cassidy on school choice and his letter to President Trump about flood insurance

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Sen. Bill Cassidy on pressing Trump on flood insurance, school choice, and more 10:53

21m ago10:53

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Spending a little time with Senator Bill Cassidy talking school choice and his letter to President Trump about flood insurance.

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Breaking down the Saints 2025 schedule game-by-game 21:44

36m ago21:44

21:44

Tommy and Jeff Nowak, WWL Saints sideline reporter, break down the Saints 2025 schedule.

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Diving into the insurance crisis: problems, red herrings, and more: 8am hour 22:41

1h ago22:41

22:41

* St. Tammany representative Kim Carver has a bill that would tighten regulations around attorney advertising in Louisiana. We’ll talk with him about what the measure would do.* Getting an update with Commissioner Tim Temple

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Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple on the "fleecing of Louisiana" and disinformation in the debate 10:47

22m ago10:47

10:47

We get an update with Commissioner Tim Temple about some of the insurance bills being debated in the legislature, what he calls a "red herring," what he thinks the right way to address the crisis would be.

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This state representative wants to address misleading ads by attorneys 11:54

1h ago11:54

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St. Tammany representative Kim Carver has a bill that would tighten regulations around attorney advertising in Louisiana. We talk with him about what the measure would do.

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LA truckers are hurting and the Mid-Barataria project: 7am hour 20:26

2h ago20:26

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* The insurance crisis is affecting truck drivers as well. We talk with Renee Amar from the Louisiana Motor Transport Association about how big of a problem it is and the legislation they’re watching.* Supporters of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion pushed state leaders to move forward with the project.…

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Mid-Barataria project supporters are pushing for action, plans for future 8:58

1h ago8:58

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Supporters of the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion are pushing state leaders to move forward with the project.Tommy talks with Simone Maloz, campaign director for Restore the Mississippi River Delta

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Louisiana truckers are getting pinched by the insurance crisis. Here's what they want 11:28

3h ago11:28

11:28

The insurance crisis is affecting truck drives. We talk with Renee Amar from the Louisiana Motor Transport Association about how big of a problem it is and the legislation they’re watching.

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Increasing debt and screwworms: 6am hour 22:17

3h ago22:17

22:17

* There’s a big tax bill moving through Congress. Do either Republicans or Democrats really care about the debt and deficit?* Checking in with Ag Commissioner Mike Strain

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We warned about screwworms last week, and they're back in the news now 10:23

38m ago10:23

10:23

Tommy and Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, talk about the big threat screwworms pose

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The House budget reconciliation bill would add TRILLIONS to the debt. Does anyone care? 11:54

30m ago11:54

11:54

There’s a big tax bill moving through Congress. We take a look at it with Maya MacGuineas from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. Do either Republicans or Democrats really care about the debt and deficit?

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Joe Dumars and Zion Williamson Face MONUMENTAL Task of Rescuing Pelicans from NBA Mediocrity 27:32

6h ago27:32

27:32

Are the New Orleans Pelicans stuck in mediocrity, or is there a path to greatness? With Zion Williamson's health and performance at the forefront, the Pelicans' journey in the NBA is anything but straightforward. Host Jake Madison explores the pivotal role of Zion Williamson in the team's success, highlighting his impressive impact on the court. Th…

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Pelicans to the East? 🏀 NBA Mock Draft & Offseason Buzz with Big Q! 39:08

3h ago39:08

39:08

🏀 Welcome to The Sports Coma – PPR Edition! 🏀 Big Q dives into the latest Pelicans buzz, featuring: 📋 In This Stream: Pelicans to the East? What an NBA expansion could mean for New Orleans. Draft Predictions: 7 players the Pelicans could select at No. 7 in the 2025 NBA Draft. Offseason Preview: Breaking down the moves New Orleans needs to make to c…

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PPR: Pelicans Draft Position Revealed | Post-Lottery Show 2:04:35

4h ago2:04:35

2:04:35

🌟 PPR Post-Lottery Show! Join Big Q, DC, and Lexxah as they break down the Pelicans' NBA Draft position revealed after the lottery! 🎲 Get the latest updates, insights, and expert analysis on the Pelicans' plans for the upcoming draft and how it impacts the future of the team. Plus, stay tuned for in-depth discussions on all things Pelicans and NBA!…

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Lowering insurance rates, NOPD's consent decree, and an advertising explainer: Full Show 5-14-25 1:30:42

34m ago1:30:42

1:30:42

* How companies convince us to buy their products* How do we get insurance companies to lower rates?* NOPD has constitutional policing, consent decree or not* Lawmakers are trying to solve the insurance crisis. Will the bills help?* Is subliminal messaging real? Does it actually work?

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Convincing advertising and Jefferson Parish pickleball: 9am hour 33:24

36m ago33:24

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* Is subliminal messaging real? How do big companies try to influence us and get us to pick their products? * A huge new pickleball complex is open in Jefferson Parish. We’ll get the details from President Cynthia Lee Sheng

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A huge new pickleball complex is open in Jefferson Parish. Cynthia Lee Sheng has the details 9:05

37m ago9:05

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A huge new pickleball complex is open in Jefferson Parish. We get the details from President Cynthia Lee Sheng.

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How companies design ads to convince us to buy their products 24:08

1h ago24:08

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Is subliminal messaging real? How do big companies try to influence us and get us to pick their products? Tommy talks with Laura Crosswell, Director of the Center for Advanced Media Studies and an Associate Professor of Health Communication at the University of Nevada-Reno.

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Losing the consent decree and Air Force One: 8am hour 19:16

1h ago19:16

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* New Orleans is seeking an immediate end to NOPD's consent decree* If President Trump accepts a 747 from Qatar, what would it take to actually convert it to Air Force One?

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What would it cost to turn a Qatari plane into Air Force One? 7:10

1h ago7:10

7:10

If President Trump accepts a 747 from Qater, what would it take to actually convert it to Air Force One?Tommy talks with Richard Aboulafia, Managing director of AeroDynamic Advisory. He's an expert in military aircraft

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NOPD has constitutional policing, consent decree or not 12:06

1h ago12:06

12:06

New Orleans is seeking an immediate end to NOPD's consent decree. What could that mean for NOPD?Tommy breaks it down with Rafael Goyeneche, President of the Metropolitan Crime Commission

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How to actually lower insurance rates in Louisiana: 7am hour 18:00

2h ago18:00

18:00

* Talking with State Senator Pat Connick about efforts to lower insurance costs* Ben Riggs from Real Reform LA onthe insurance bills and debates and how to lower rates

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Lawmakers are trying to solve the insurance crisis. Will any of the bills really help? 7:22

35m ago7:22

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Checking in with Ben Riggs from Real Reform LA to get his take on the insurance bills and debates

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How do we get insurance companies to lower rates? 10:40

1h ago10:40

10:40

We continue to check in with local lawmakers and talk with State Senator Pat Connick about some of his bills and what he’s hearing in the insurance debates.

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Explaining habeas corpus and the LA oil industry: 6am hour 20:01

3h ago20:01

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* The Trump administration has floated the possibility of suspending habeas corpus. What IS habeas corpus? Could the administration actually do that?* Some Louisiana lawmakers want to cut taxes for the oil industry, hoping it’ll boost production. Would it work?

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Louisiana wants to cut taxes on oil & raise taxes on natural gas. Would it help? 9:35

35m ago9:35

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Some Louisiana lawmakers want to cut taxes for the oil industry, hoping it’ll boost production. Would it work? Tommy talks with Greg Upton, Director of LSU's Center for Energy Studies

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What is habeas corpus? Could the Trump administration suspend it? 10:25

1h ago10:25

10:25

The Trump administration has floated the possibility of suspending habeas corpus. What IS habeas corpus? Could the administration actually do that?Tommy talks with David Schultz, Professor of Political Science and Law at Hamline University

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Pelicans Trade BLOCKBUSTERS: Dylan Harper, Lauri Markkanen, Zion Williamson Deals? 27:25

1d ago27:25

27:25

Can the New Orleans Pelicans Transform Their Future with Bold Trades? The New Orleans Pelicans face a pivotal moment after a disappointing NBA draft lottery. Could strategic trades involving star players like Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum reshape their destiny? Host Jake Madison explores three intriguing trade scenarios that could redefine the Pe…

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Car insurance, food allergies, and AI friendships: Full Show 5-13-25 1:32:40

26m ago1:32:40

1:32:40

* Could AI REALLY replace your real, human friends?* Why does Louisiana have higher car insurance rates than other states?* What to know about food allergies and your kids* Will legislators make it so they can accept more gifts from people?* What needs to change to get car insurance under control in Louisiana?* The Pels didn't have a good draft lot…

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Pels and the draft and...AI friends? 9am hour 29:40

8m ago29:40

29:40

* Recapping the NBA draft lottery and the Pelicans' position* Mark Zuckerberg said AI will fill the need for human friends. Can anything ever replace the benefits of having human-to-human interaction with people

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Could AI ACTUALLY replace your real, human friends? 16:30

9m ago16:30

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Mark Zuckerberg said AI will fill the need for human friends. Can anything ever replace the benefits of having human-to-human interaction with people? We talk with our friend, Dr. Judy Ho, a licensed clinical therapist.

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The Pels didn't have a good draft lottery, but there's plenty of good options at #7 13:12

23m ago13:12

13:12

Tommy and Jake Madison of Locked on Pelicans break down the NBA draft lottery and go over some names to know for the draft.

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Food allergies and homestead exemptions: 8am hour 18:50

1h ago18:50

18:50

* It’s National Food Allergy Awareness Week. We talk with Dr. Alice Hoyt, a board-certified food allergist, about how common food allergies are and what to know if you or a loved one have one.* Checking in with State Representative Matthew Willard for an update on his bills and in general what he’s been seeing in the session.…

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How this state representative is trying to provide some property tax relief to people 8:02

1h ago8:02

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We check in with State Representative Matthew Willard for an update on his bills - including one about homestead exemptions - and in general what he’s been seeing in the session.

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What to know about food allergies and your kids 10:47

2h ago10:47

10:47

It’s National Food Allergy Awareness Week. We talk with Dr. Alice Hoyt, a board-certified food allergist, about how common food allergies are and what to know if you or a loved one have one.

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Lawmakers are trying to change ethics investigations and allow themselves to accept more gifts 9:22

2h ago9:22

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We talk with Julie O’Donoghue with the Louisiana Illuminator about efforts to let elected officials accept more gifts and to change how ethics investigations work.

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Why does Louisiana have higher car insurance rates than other states? What needs to change? 13:02

2h ago13:02

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We talk with the chairman of the Senate Insurance Committee, Kirk Talbot, about the bills, what he’s heard from other lawmakers, and what to expect this week.

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High drug costs and high auto insurance: 6am hour 21:46

3h ago21:46

21:46

* President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at cracking down on high prescription drug costs. Will it work? * Car insurance is a major topic in the legislative session this week.

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Car insurance is the big issue in Baton Rouge this week. Here's what to know 8:42

3h ago8:42

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Car insurance isbe a major topic in the legislative session this week. We talk with Tyler Bridges, a writer with the Times Picayune, about some of the bills up for debate and why it’s contentious.

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President Trump wants to lower drug costs. Will his plan work? 13:03

4h ago13:03

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President Trump has signed an executive order aimed at cracking down on high prescription drug costs. Will it work? Tommy talks with David Howard, Professor in Health Policy at Emory University

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DISASTER: Pelicans' Draft Plans in SHAMBLES After Falling to 7th | Silver Linings for Next Season 33:31

3d ago33:31

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Pelicans' Draft Disaster: What’s Next for New Orleans? The New Orleans Pelicans face a challenging road ahead after landing the 7th pick in the NBA draft lottery. With division rivals like the Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs securing higher picks, the Pelicans' offseason is off to a bad start. Host Jake Madison breaks down the implications o…

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Derek Carr retires, tariff talk, and fixing insurance: Full Show 5-12-25 1:29:06

1d ago1:29:06

1:29:06

* Derek Carr has retired. What does this mean for the Saints?* Why this conservative economist has concerns with Trump's economic plans* Car insurance is a major topic this week. Would the bills actually help?* Monday Morning Markets with Mark Rosa: Wall Street likes the tariff deal* LSU baseball had a good weekend series, is well-placed for the po…

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A conservative economist on tariffs and the Pels draft odds: 9am hour 32:25

1d ago32:25

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* Jessica Riedl, a conservative economist, is skeptical of President Trump’s economic plans. We talk with her about why she thinks they won’t work* We break down the NBA draft lottery with Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter

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The NBA draft lottery is Monday night. Here's where the Pelicans could end up 4:12

1d ago4:12

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Tommy and Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans, break down the NBA draft lottery

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Why this conservative economist has concerns with Trump's economic plans 28:12

1d ago28:12

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Jessica Riedl, a conservative economist, is skeptical of President Trump’s economic plans. We talk with her about why she thinks they won’t work

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Derek Carr retires and LSU baseball: 8am hour 14:22

1d ago14:22

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* Derek Carr has retired. What does this mean for the Saints?* How did LSU baseball do over the weekend? How are they sitting for the postseason?

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LSU baseball had a good weekend series and is well-placed for the postseason 3:00

1d ago3:00

3:00

LSU won two out of three against Arkansas this weekend. Tommy breaks it down with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo

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Derek Carr has retired. What does this mean for the Saints? 11:20

1d ago11:20

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Derek Carr has retired. What does this mean for the Saints, with the QB room and with the salary cap?Tommy talks with WWL sports director Steve Geller

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