Best WWL Podcasts (2026)

Bobby and Steve broke down the Saints' 19-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons to wrap up the 2025 season. Bobby discussed the positives from the loss. The Cajun Cannon shared his thoughts on the Saints' lackluster special teams unit, praised the team's defensive line, and criticized their consistent slow starts. Bobby backed Saints quarterback Tyler Sho…

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Bobby's Rant: Losing to the Falcons is frustrating, but it's not all bad 21:10

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Bobby broke down the Saints' 19-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons in the final week of the regular season. He discussed the positives from the loss: the Saints earned the No. 8 overall pick and a last-place schedule in 2026. Bobby shared his thoughts on the Saints' lackluster special teams unit, praised the team's defensive line, and criticized their …

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Deuce's Dimes: The Saints never quit, but can they continue to build? 7:06

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Deuce joined Steve to recap the end of the Saints' 2025 season, which wrapped up in Atlanta with a 19-17 loss to the Falcons. Deuce praised the Saints' front seven and evaluated quarterback Tyler Shough.

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TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: How Bondi beach has heightened concerns about antisemitic attacks in US and abroad 26:16

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This week, we’re covering several crimes reported over the holidays and diving into the Bondi Beach attack and a concerning rise in antisemitism. We'll also provide an update on the Brown University shooting.

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BONUS: Trump withdraws National Guard troops: the latest 21:00

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Donald Trump faced down leaders of several major American cities, then backed down. Here's what's going on with the National Guard in Chicago, Portland, Los Angeles and more Plus, analysis of how mom and pop investors beat Wall Street in 2025 and how to keep it going in 2026.

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Hour 4: Fighting crime in New Orleans and a fishy story 36:23

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* We’ll go over the strides New Orleans made in combating crime in 2025 and what Mayor-elect Moreno should keep doing...and what she should change with Rafael Goyeneche from the Metropolitan Crime Commission.* Did you know Tulane has over 8 million fish in old World War II bunkers? We'll talk with Brian Sidlauskas, the person in charge of it all…

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Hour 3: How the Saints match up against the Falcons and learning about the Flying Tigers 22:22

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* Previewing the Saints/Falcons game with Mike Detillier. Will the Black and Gold make it five in a row and beat the Dirty Birds? * Claire Chennault grew up in Louisiana, went to LSU, and helped fight Japanese forces in World War II. We’ll talk with Dr. John Curatola from the National World War II Museum about Chennault and his Flying Tigers…

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Hour 2: A local man leads the US Mint and Mayor Cantrell vetoing the Council 24:14

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* Mayor Cantrell vetoed a spending freeze with just weeks left in her term. We’ll talk with Councilmember Joe Giarrusso about that and how the budget situation is looking.* A former state representative from Mandeville, Paul Hollis, is the new director of the US Mint. We’ll talk with him about his new role and how he got there.…

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Hour 1: LSU getting after the portal and French Quarter security recommendations 23:46

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* The transfer portal has opened. What positions do the Tigers need to address? How active will the Purple and Gold be? * We’ll talk with Christian Pendleton from the French Quarter Management District about the various proposals for French Quarter security and how people are feeling.

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Tulane has over 8 MILLION fish specimens in old WWII bunkers. What?? 6:48

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Did you know Tulane has over 8 million fish in old World War II bunkers? We talk with Brian Sidlauskas, the Director of the Tulane University Biodiversity Research Institute and the current curator of the Royal D. Suttkus Fish Collection

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NOPD made big strides in combatting crime in 2025...but still work to do 29:34

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We go over the strides New Orleans made in combating crime in 2025 and what Mayor-elect Moreno should keep doing...and what she should change with Rafael Goyeneche from the Metropolitan Crime Commission.

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BONUS: 'We have a spending problem:' How the right should move on in 2026 26:37

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Let's dig in for the New Year. Massive fraud in Minnesota, inflation, Trump's economic plan for 2026 and a wrap-up of how he handled his first year in this new term in office are the topics in today's Red Meat.

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BONUS: 'We have a spending problem:' How the right should move on in 2026 26:37

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Let's dig in for the New Year. Massive fraud in Minnesota, inflation, Trump's economic plan for 2026 and a wrap-up of how he handled his first year in this new term in office are the topics in today's Red Meat.

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You know about the (LSU) Fighting Tigers...what about the Flying Tigers? 9:50

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Claire Chennault grew up in Louisiana, went to LSU, and helped fight Japanese forces in World War II. We talk with Dr. John Curatola, Samuel Zemurray Stone Senior Historian at the National World War II Museum and a retired US Marine, about Chennault and his Flying Tigers.

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What to know about Chris Olave's medical condition, available receivers for the Falcons game 12:32

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We preview the Saints/Falcons game with Mike Detillier. Will the Black and Gold make it five in a row and beat the Dirty Birds?

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Mayor Cantrell is fighting with the Council again in her final weeks in office 12:09

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Mayor LaToya Cantrell vetoed a spending freeze with just weeks left in her term. We talk with Councilmember Joe Giarrusso about that and how the budget situation is looking.

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How this Metairie native ended up as the Director of the US Mint 12:04

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A former state representative from Mandeville, Paul Hollis, is the new director of the US Mint. We talk with him about his new role and how he got there.

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It's been just over a year since the Bourbon St. terror attack. What's changed? 11:48

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We talk with Christian Pendleton from the French Quarter Management District about the various proposals for French Quarter security and how people who live and work there are feeling.

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The transfer portal is open! LSU is expected to be very active 11:58

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The transfer portal is open. What positions do the Tigers need to address? How active will the Purple and Gold be? We’ll break it down with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo

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Chris Olave health scare changes A LOT for Saints vs Falcons | Week 18 preview & 1-on-1 with Audric Estime 1:34:11

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The New Orleans Saints are on a roll as the Falcons loom in Week 18, but can they keep things going without Chris Olave after a medical emergency sent him to the hospital this week? In the latest edition of WWL Radio's Inside Black & Gold podcast, Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and WWL Sports Director Steve Geller break down the latest injurie…

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Full Show 12-31-25: The Saints outstanding rookies, the crazy world of college sports and money, and more 1:41:10

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* The Saints rookie class has been outstanding* College sports has rules about paying players, but is anyone following them?* Many are making financial resolutions for 2026. These are the top ones* Keeping your pets safe and relaxed while fireworks are going off* Moreno can keep crime reduction momentum going but has tough challenges* Up Close and …

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Hour 4: College sports has rules about paying players, but is anyone following them? 32:15

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College football has changed dramatically in recent years between the transfer portal, NIL, and revenue sharing. What could 2026 hold for the sport? We talk with Matt Brown, publisher of the Extra Points newsletter.

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Hour 3: Keeping the crime reduction momentum rolling and honoring Clancy Dubos 22:16

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* 2025 is coming to a close, and we’ll take our last deep dive into crime and policing of the year. What was the good news? What was the bad news? * WWL Louisiana political analyst Clancy Dubos is retiring

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Hour 2: Saints rookies shining, Bourbon St attack anniversary, and more 22:03

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* The 2025 regular season is almost over for the Saints. Will they beat the Dirty Birds? How high are you on the Black and Gold for 2026? * What was the big news in 2025 when it comes to coastal restoration?* The anniversary of the Bourbon Street terror attack is almost here.

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Hour 1: Approval ratings, helping others, and improving your finances 24:35

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* How are Americans feeling about President Trump after the first year of his second term? What about the Republican and Democratic parties? Are voters pleased with anyone in DC? * We'll get the details on how you can donate to or volunteer with the United Way* Many of us make New Year’s resolutions, and more than a quarter of Americans plan on mak…

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Up Close and Personal with Clancy Dubos as he gets ready to retire 7:38

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Moreno can keep crime reduction momentum going but has tough challenges 9:16

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2025 is coming to a close, and we’ll take our last deep dive into crime and policing of the year. What was the good news? What was the bad news? We break it down with Ronal Serpas, Professor of Practice in the Department of Criminal Justice at Loyola and a former NOPD chief.

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Keeping your pets safe and relaxed while fireworks are going off 5:21

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FIreworks can stress your pets out. Dr. Claire Guichard from Lakeview Veterinary Hospital explains how to help them.

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The anniversary of the Bourbon St. terror attack is almost here. How are people in the Quarter feeling? 8:41

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We’ll check in with Glade Bilby, president of French Quarter Citizens, about how people in the Quarter are feeling a year later.

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What were the biggest stories for our coast in 2025? 3:04

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What was the big news in 2025 when it comes to coastal restoration?James Karst, Director of Communications for the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana, joins us.

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The Saints rookie class has been outstanding 10:14

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The 2025 regular season is almost over for the Saints. Will they beat the Dirty Birds? How high are you on the Black and Gold for 2026?

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Many Americans are making financial resolutions for 2026. These are the top ones 7:05

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Many of us make New Year’s resolutions, and more than a quarter of Americans plan on making a finance-related resolution. We go over the top ones and some of the steps you can take with Chip Lupo from WalletHub.

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You can ring in the new year by helping those less fortunate than you 8:45

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We get the details on how you can donate to or volunteer with the United Way from Michael Williamson, CEO of United Way of Southeast Louisiana

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How are President Trump's approval numbers looking as 2025 ends? (Pt. 2) 8:45

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How are Americans feeling about President Trump after the first year of his second term? What about the Republican and Democratic parties? Are voters pleased with anyone in DC? David Schultz, Professor of Political Science at Hamline University, joins us.

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Live Saints Mailbag: Have Audric Estime, Chris Olave earned big paydays this offseason? 40:51

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NOTE: This was recorded prior to MNF. The Falcons beat the Rams 27-24. It's time for a special mailbag edition of Inside Black & Gold! Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak hung around for about 45 minutes after Monday's live, reaction show after the Saints took down the Titans 34-26. We dive into questions about Audric Estime's big day and whether h…

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Saints Hour: Audric Estime knows the Saints are "super hungry" to improve and finish strong 43:20

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Mike Hoss interviewed Saints running back Audric Estime on WWL's weekly "Saints Hour." Estime recapped his strong Week 17 performance against the Tennessee Titans, discussed his opportunity in New Orleans, and previewed the team's upcoming matchup against the Falcons. He remembered his NFL journey and his collegiate career at Notre Dame. Estime pra…

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Mulkey: Grace Knox could be the most talented athlete in LSU WBB history 14:04

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LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey joined Sports Talk. Coach Mulkey recapped the Tigers' 14-0 start in their non-conference schedule, explaining her scheduling philosophy. Coach Mulkey also shared her thoughts on Flau'jae Johnson, the SEC gauntlet, forward Grace Knox, and Tiger Ukrainian center Kate Koval.…

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Full Show 12-30-25: Is Shough the best rookie? Is NOLA ready for New Year's? What makes Charlie Smyth so successful? 1:48:21

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* Is Tyler Shough the offensive rookie of the year?* New Orleans is prepared, safe, and secure ahead of terror attack anniversary* Charlie Smyth's kicking coach details his success, rise to fame* New Orleans made a ton of progress on homelessness in 2025. Here's how much* Practice heating and firework safety responsibly this week* 2025 was a big ye…

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Hour 4: Shough for Rookie of the Year, firework safety, and helping the hungry 39:37

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* We’ll take another look back at the Saints win over the Titans with Jeff Nowak. Is Tyler Shough the offensive rookie of the year? * We check in with Ken Pastorick from the State Fire Marshal’s office to go over proper heating safety...and fireworks safety.* Second Harvest can always use donations or volunteers. We’ll find out how you can help…

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Hour 3: How Charlie Smyth has succeeded at American football & big tourism wins for New Orleans 22:33

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* It was a huge year for tourism for New Orleans. We'll go over the top 10 accomplishments* With Charlie Smyth's success with the Saints, American football is growing even more popular in Ireland

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Hour 2: Making New Orleans safe and getting peace in the Middle East 23:42

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* We check in with Collin Arnold, the director of homeland security for New Orleans, about getting ready for New Year’s, the Sugar Bowl, and making the city safe and secure.* We’ll get the details on the NOLA New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show * President Trump met with Benjamin Netanyahu about Gaza and Iran.…

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Hour 1: 2025 was a mixed bag for real estate, but progress made on homelessness 22:26

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* How was 2025 for the real estate market in the New Orleans area? How are things looking for 2026? We’ll take a look with local real estate expert Arthur Sterbcow. * And what about the fight against homelessness? What strides did we make in getting people off the street this past year? We’ll talk with Martha Kegel, the executive director of UNITY …

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You can ring in the new year by helping hungry families 4:51

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Second Harvest can always use donations or volunteers. We find out how you can help with John Sillars, the chief strategy officer.

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How to practice heating and fireworks safety with temperatures low and New Year's coming up 7:49

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We check in with Ken Pastorick from the State Fire Marshal’s office to go over proper heating safety...and fireworks safety.

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Is Tyler Shough the offensive rookie of the year? 19:48

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We’ll take another look back at the Saints win over the Titans with Jeff Nowak. Is Tyler Shough the offensive rookie of the year?

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Charlie Smyth's kicking coach details his success, skills, and rise to fame 12:08

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Darragh Leader, from Leader Kicking in Ireland, is one of Charlie Smyth's kicking coaches; and he took part in the NFL International Player Program along with Charlie.We talk with Darragh about Smyth's success and rise to fame and the growing popularity of American football in Ireland.

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These were the biggest tourism accomplishments for New Orleans in a successful year 10:25

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It was a huge year for tourism for New Orleans. We go over the top 10 accomplishments with Walt Leger, President and CEO of New Orleans & Company

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Are we closer to a longer term peace deal between Israel and Hamas? 6:17

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President Trump met with Benjamin Netanyahu about Gaza and Iran. We talk with Bruce Jentleson, a Middle East expert from Duke, about it and where things stand with Israel and Hamas