Best Enrollment Management Associations Podcasts (2025)

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New Orleans' recent financial woes are a gut punch to those optimistic about the incoming administration (Full Show: 10/22/2025) 1:49:47

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On today's show, Newell addresses the recent revelation that the City of New Orleans may have to open a line of credit and borrow money to cover their city employee payroll. Then Newell has on Paul Webster, Senior Fellow at the Cicero Institute, to explain how California managed to spend $24 billion in taxpayer money to address homelessness over th…

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There never has been, nor will there ever be, a flawless president 37:27

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This hour, Newell addresses the backlash of President Trump adding a ballroom to the East Wing of the White House. Then, Jay Cicero, President and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, joins the show to speak on the upcoming Honors Luncheon on November 6th, the NOLA Bowl, and what's on the horizon for sporting events coming to New Orlea…

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What's on the horizon for sporting events coming to New Orleans? 14:35

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Jay Cicero, President and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, joins Newell to speak on the upcoming Honors Luncheon on November 6th, the NOLA Bowl, and what's on the horizon for sporting events coming to New Orleans.

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Let's clear up some misconceptions about Trump's ballroom being added to the East Wing of the White House 18:34

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Newell addresses the backlash of President Trump adding a ballroom to the East Wing of the White House.

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The caveat is that New Orleans' problems are low-hanging fruit and can be solved with the right determination 35:45

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This hour, Newell has on Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., joins Newell to talk about New Orleans grappling with major budget and payroll pressures. Then, Ray Gregson, CEO of the River Region Chamber of Commerce, joins the show to discuss all of the amazing progress that he’s leading in the River Region, with an emphasis on catalytic proj…

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This region cannot rely solely on tourism; industry is also needed 13:12

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Ray Gregson, CEO of the River Region Chamber of Commerce, joins Newell to discuss all of the amazing progress that he’s leading in the River Region, with an emphasis on catalytic projects that are expected to impact St. John, St. Charles, and St. James.

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What happened to the hurricanes? Getting to the bottom of El Nino and La Nina, plus what's next 18:11

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A new hurricane seemed to strike at regular intervals the last couple of falls ... but then they disappeared in 2025. What happened and what's next? Experts break it down. Plus, winter is coming and here's how to prepare.

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The Cantrell Administration says there may not be enough money to cover city employee payroll 36:33

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This hour, Newell addresses the recent revelation that the City of New Orleans may have to open a line of credit and borrow money to cover their city employee payroll. Then, Paul Webster, Senior Fellow at the Cicero Institute, joins the show to explain how California managed to spend $24 billion in taxpayer money to address homelessness over the pa…

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How did California's homeless problem get worse after spending $24 billion? 16:09

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How did California manage to spend $24 billion in taxpayer money to address homelessness over the past years, only for the problem to get substantially worse? Massive amounts of corruption and criminality are at least partially to blame. Paul Webster, Senior Fellow at the Cicero Institute, joins Newell to share the details of what's going on.…

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New Orleans' financial mismanagement borders on criminal negligence 16:41

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Newell addresses the recent revelation that the City of New Orleans may have to open a line of credit and borrow money to cover their city employee payroll.

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The U.S. health system is already complex, and the government shutdown isn't making things easier (Full Show: 10/21/2025) 1:48:44

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On today's show, Newell talks about the impact of the government shutdown on health care and the political factors driving up the cost of health care.Then, Newell has on Melissa Martin, Pennington Biomedical's Director of Greaux Healthy, to discuss Louisiana residents rating childhood obesity as the #1 health issue for children in the state, even a…

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What are the implications of the Trump Administration straying away from global health governance? 36:39

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This hour, Newell is joined by Max Primorac, Senior Research Fellow at the Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom at the Heritage Foundation, to discuss if the Trump administration’s shift away from global health governance is scary or better for America. Then, James Karst, Communications Director of the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana, joins …

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Oyster Reef Build at Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium 9:05

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James Karst, Communications Director of the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana, joins Newell to explain more about their Oyster Reef Build at Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium in Terrebonne Parish on October 23 through 25 and November 6 through 8, and a volunteer event they are doing on Grand Isle in November: planting grasses near the l…

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Is the Trump administration’s shift away from global health governance scary or better for America? 19:47

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The Trump administration, along with US Secretary of Health & Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has been shifting its posture toward global health governance, particularly in relation to the World Health Organization (WHO) and its Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. Back in January, the US formally announced its withdrawal from the WH…

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How possibly is it for New Orleans to attract businesses from New York during the next administration? 35:06

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This hour, Newell has on Carolina Guadalupe, Creative Design Director for Trinity City Arts, to talk about the Artivist Awards, an annual celebration and fundraiser that honors local changemakers who use art for social justice. Then, Newell opens the phone lines, and the WWL callers chime in on the cost of health care, attracting New York businesse…

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Trinity City Arts encourages the youth to be seen and heard through their art 13:10

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Carolina Guadalupe, Creative Design Director for Trinity City Arts, joins Newell to talk about the Artivist Awards, an annual celebration and fundraiser that honors local changemakers who use art for social justice.

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Democrat states are feeling to burden of health care costs without federal financial support 36:59

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This hour, Newell talks about the impact of the government shutdown on health care and the political factors driving up the cost of health care. Then, Melissa Martin, Pennington Biomedical's Director of Greaux Healthy, joins the show to discuss a recent study showing that Louisiana residents rated childhood obesity as the #1 health issue for childr…

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Study reveals childhood obesity is the #1 health issue for children in Louisiana 14:40

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Louisiana ranks third in the nation for its childhood obesity rates, putting it behind only West Virginia and Mississippi nationally. Childhood obesity is a health crisis, as nearly 7 in 10 kids with childhood obesity will bring obesity with them into adulthood if not addressed. Melissa Martin, Pennington Biomedical's Director of Greaux Healthy, jo…

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How much pain are the Democrats willing to make us suffer before they get out of the way and work with Republicans? 18:16

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Newell talks about the impact of the government shutdown on health care and the political factors driving up the cost of health care.

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NOPD has been increasing the removal of street performers from the French Quarter (Full Show: 10/20/3035) 1:50:07

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On today's show, Newell talks about how unpermitted street vendors and performers in the French Quarter are now feeling the same woes as legitimate businesses as law enforcement in the Quarter has increased. Also, Newell shares some observations about the second series of No Kings protests. Then, Newell has on Bryan Lagarde, the Executive Director …

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What's the significance of the crash of First Brands? 38:15

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This hour, Newell is joined by Guy Williams, President of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust, to discuss the significance of the crash of First Brands, the continuing economic chaos in France, good news coming out of Tulane, and advanced AI fraud.

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With the exception of Tulane, it was a bad weekend for Louisiana football 34:41

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This hour, Newell has on Bryan Lagarde, the Executive Director of Project NOLA, to talk about proposing a system that would alert NOPD officers when a vehicle drives down Bourbon Street, presumably when traffic is supposed to be blocked. Then, Jeff Nowak, WWL Saints Sideline Reporter & Digital Content Producer, joins the show to talk about the Sain…

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Was there any silver lining to the Saints' performance against the Bears? 13:41

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Jeff Nowak, WWL Saints Sideline Reporter & Digital Content Producer, joins Newell to talk about the Saints' loss against the Bears.

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Project NOLA proposes a system that would alert NOPD when a vehicle drives down Bourbon St when it's closed to traffic 18:25

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The city has seen imagery of people easily moving barricades placed on Bourbon Street. These barricades were there to deter vehicular traffic and prevent another terror-type attack like the one on January 1st. In response, Project NOLA, an organization in New Orleans, is proposing a system that would alert NOPD officers when a vehicle drives down B…

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Sustained enforcement is the only way to send a message that New Orleans expects higher standards 37:10

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This hour, Newell talks about how unpermitted street vendors and performers in the French Quarter are now feeling the same woes as legitimate businesses as law enforcement in the Quarter has increased. Then, Newell opens the phone lines, and the WWL callers chime in about concerns in Jefferson Parish. Also, Newell shares some observations about the…

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"Kingly Behavior": Newell share his thoughts on the second No Kings Protests 4:57

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Newell shares some observations about the No Kings Protest part 2.

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Unpermitted street performers in the French Quarter are feeling the burn of increased law enforcement 17:07

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Newell talks about how unpermitted street vendors and performers in the French Quarter are now feeling the same woes as legitimate businesses as law enforcement in the Quarter has increased.

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Mayor-Elect Moreno has to balance excited optimism with management of expectation (Full Show: 10/17/2025) 1:52:07

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On today's show, Newell has on Helena Moreno, New Orleans City Council Member and New Orleans Mayor-Elect, to talk about her primary win, the transition process, her strategy for the first 100 days, budget challenges, and more,JP Morrell, New Orleans City Councilmember President (At-Large), to discuss Mayor-elect Helena Moreno’s victory and the Can…

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Turnovers are the source of any team's turmoil 14:13

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Mike Hoss, the Voice of the New Orleans Saints, joins Newell to preview the Saints vs. the Chicago Bears.

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BONUS: Is anyone winning as the shutdown drags on? Plus, Dems gamble with No Kings events as Trump to meet with Putin 31:22

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No Kings rallies are set to take over the U.S. this weekend and insiders say the Dems are banking big on using that as part of their shutdown strategy. Marc Cox, Rich Zeoli, FOX News, Tara Servatius, Annie Frey and more weigh in on Trump's work overseas and the state of the domestic agenda. Plus, there's a question: Do Democrats feel above the law?…

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Containing Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia won't be an easy task for LSU 16:29

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Chris Blair, the Voice of the LSU Tigers, joins Newell to preview LSU vs. Vanderbilt.

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We have a vested interest in ensuring the landscape in our community is alive and well 38:05

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This hour, Newell has on Tim Temple, Louisiana Insurance Commissioner, to talk about how the government shutdown is affecting the national flood insurance program and real estate transactions. Then, Newell talks about the importance of prettying up real estate to make New Orleans more marketable to outside investors.…

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How is the government shutdown affecting the national flood insurance? 21:38

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Tim Temple, Louisiana Insurance Commissioner, joins Newell to talk about how the government shutdown is affecting the national flood insurance program and real estate transactions.

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Mayor-Elect Moreno doesn't have a day to lose to right the ship 37:44

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This hour, Newell speaks with Helena Moreno, New Orleans City Council Member and New Orleans Mayor-Elect, about her primary win, the transition process, her strategy for the first 100 days, budget challenges, and more. Then, JP Morrell, New Orleans City Councilmember President (At-Large), joins the show to discuss Mayor-elect Helena Moreno’s victor…

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Mayor Cantrell has been very creative in trying to direct a contract to her friend 15:52

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JP Morrell, New Orleans City Councilmember President (At-Large), joins Newell to discuss Mayor-elect Helena Moreno’s victory, the potential future direction of New Orleans, and the Cantrell administration opening a new search for a sanitation contractor to serve the French Quarter and Downtown Development District.…

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Mayor-Elect Moreno is getting a head start on putting New Orleans on the right path by January 21:25

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Helena Moreno, New Orleans City Council Member and New Orleans Mayor-Elect, joins Newell to talk about her primary win, the transition process, her strategy for the first 100 days, budget challenges, and more.

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BONUS: Nancy Pelosi snaps, Trump goes public with CIA operation in Venezuela and green fentanyl floods US streets 35:32

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Rich Zeoli talks about what made Nancy Pelosi yell 'shut up' at a reporter. Tommy Tucker discusses green fentanyl, where it's coming from and how to fight it while Bob Rose takes on Trump's transparency with what's going on between the CIA and Venezuela.

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LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ Symposium (Full Show: 10/16/2025) 1:46:42

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On today's show, Newell broadcasts LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ 15th annual Economic Real Estate Symposium at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.Newell talks to Mignon Richard-Diaz, 2025 NOMAR Symposium Chair, CID President Elect,Ileana Ledet, LED Chief Economic Competitiveness Officer,Rhonda Reap-Curiel, Presid…

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LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ Symposium (Hour 3) 36:48

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Newell broadcasts LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ 15th annual Economic Real Estate Symposium at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.This hour, Newell talks to Bob Bergeron, President/Principal of Crescent Title, Guy Williams, President & CEO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust,and Cameron Lombardo, 2026 NOMAR Symposium Chair…

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Real estate investors respond when the government makes permitting easier 36:50

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Newell broadcasts LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ 15th annual Economic Real Estate Symposium at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.This hour, Newell talks to Rhonda Reap-Curiel, President of Louisiana Realtors, and Mike Sherman, founder of Sherman Strategies, LLC.

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LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ Symposium (Hour 1) 33:01

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Newell broadcasts LIVE from the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors’ 15th annual Economic Real Estate Symposium at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.This hour, Newell talks to Mignon Richard-Diaz, 2025 NOMAR Symposium Chair, CID President ElectIleana Ledet, LED Chief Economic Competitiveness Officer.…

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BONUS: Trash piles up in parks, airports jam and Trump wages court battles: government chaos continues, but when will the shutdown end? 26:28

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Tariffs, court battles, a full government shutdown and more have the United States in chaos. Here's what's going on and what experts say it will take for it to end.

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LIVE from People's Health Medicare Center for MEDICARE ENROLLMENT DAY! (Full Show: 10/15/2025) 1:51:48

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On today's show, Newell talks about the City Council budget hearings, the Council and Administration working together, and possible ways to reduce the deficit. Then, Newell has on Billy Nungesser, Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana, to discuss his optimism of a Moreno Administration coming in and more,Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to ta…

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Stephanie Turner discusses upcoming conventions and major meetings 16:15

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Stephanie Turner, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales & Strategies, joins Newell to give highlights from IMEX 2025, discuss upcoming conventions and major meetings, give us the latest from the convention sales team, talk about how conventions are a catalyst for growth, and also discuss the partnership with the Ernest N. Morial Convention Cent…

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"Nick Karl Saved Money on Medicare" 20:29

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Nick Karl, Vice-President of Growth for People's Health, joins Newell to talk about Medicare Advantage & the Annual Enrollment Period.

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New Orleans residents deserve a "Super Bowl level" city every day 36:58

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This hour, Newell has on Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to talk about the transition to the Mayor-Elect Moreno Administration, Police Chief Michelle Woodfork winning the Sheriff's race outright with 53%, and more. Then, Mike Katz, Senior Managing Director of Benson Capital Partners, joins the show to discuss how they recently led a $2M…

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Civilized AI is addressing a critical civic challenge: making government services more efficient, accessible, and resident-focused 13:01

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Mike Katz, Senior Managing Director of Benson Capital Partners, joins Newell to discuss how they recently led a $2M seed round in Civilized AI, a GovTech startup transforming how cities serve residents. Civilized AI is addressing a critical civic challenge: making government services more efficient, accessible, and resident-focused. Their platform …

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With the election of a new mayor this is truly a defining moment for New Orleans 37:02

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This hour, Newell talks about the City Council budget hearings, the Council and Administration working together, and possible ways to reduce the deficit. Then, Billy Nungesser, Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana, joins the show to discuss his optimism of a Moreno Administration coming in, going to Utah for a committee meeting to grow the aerospace in…

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Lt. Gov. Nungesser has optimism in the incoming Moreno Administration 15:48

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Billy Nungesser, Lieutenant Governor of Louisiana, joins Newell to discuss his optimism in a Moreno Administration coming in, going to Utah for a committee meeting to grow the aerospace industry, and the upcoming Louisiana Book Festival.

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The City Council and Administration have to come together to reduce the deficit 16:49

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Newell talks about the City Council budget hearings, the Council and Administration working together, and possible ways to reduce the deficit.