Best WWL First News Podcasts (2025)

Blake Ruffino, the founder of the "Are You Serious" Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino broke down the upcoming early national signing period for LSU under new head coach Lane Kiffin. Mike also slammed the NCAA's disastrous calendar.

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Hour 3: Keeping the murder rate low and looking at some Saints positives 21:02

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* According to data from crime analyst Jeff Asher, New Orleans saw the second-fewest murders through November since 1970. We’ll break it down with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas. * We’ll take another look back at the Saints loss to the Dolphins. What were the positives and the negatives? What are we seeing from Tyler Shough?…

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Hour 2: The Lane Train is in Baton Rouge and Gov. Landry's power accumulation 22:17

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Hour 1: Polarization is too dang high and explaining how Medicaid works 22:18

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* Vast majorities of Americans support compromise, and vast majorities oppose political violence. So why are things so polarized? * Louisiana approved Medicaid contracts totaling over $17 billion. Why is it so expensive? How does Medicaid work? We break it down

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Let's look at some of the positives from the Saints loss to the Dolphins 9:35

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We take another look back at the Saints loss to the Dolphins? What were the positives and the negatives? What are we seeing from Tyler Shough?

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The murder rate has been low this year. How can we keep that going? 11:26

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According to data from crime analyst Jeff Asher, New Orleans saw the second-fewest murders through November since 1970. We’ll break it down with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas.

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Gov. Landry is stepping into a House leadership race, keeping track of those who cross him 10:16

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Governor Landry stepped into the state House leadership race. Why? We talk with Tyler Bridges, staff writer for The Times Picayune | New Orleans Advocate and author of several books, about what’s going on.

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Lane Kiffin is an offensive genius, and LSU will reap the benefits 11:09

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We continue discussing the hiring of Lane Kiffin to be LSU’s new head coach. Who’s he bringing from Ole Miss with him? What can Tigers fans expect? Glenn Guilbeau, Editor of Tiger Rag, joins us.

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Louisiana just signed massive Medicaid contracts. Here's how it all works 9:52

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Louisiana approved Medicaid contracts totaling over $17 billion. Why is it so expensive? How does Medicaid work? We break it down with Walter “Dub” Lane, Associate Professor of Economics & Finance at UNO.

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A vast majority of Americans support compromise. So why are we so polarized? 11:08

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Vast majorities of Americans support compromise, and vast majorities oppose political violence. So why are things so polarized? Robert Hogan, Professor and Department Chair of Political Science at LSU, joins us.

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LSU and Lane Kiffin has a chance to be a "match made in heaven" 12:39

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Glen West, a senior writer at Geaux247 Sports, joined Second Guess. West remembered LSU's journey to landing Lane Kiffin as the program's next head football coach. He discussed the Tigers' advantage with Kiffin leading the way. West also shared his thoughts on LSU's brand mixed with Kiffin's, and the death of "amateur athletics."…

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Bobby: Lane Kiffin is a slam-dunk hire at LSU 4:24

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Mike and Bobby discussed LSU's decision to hire Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin as the program's next head coach. After listening to Coach Kiffin's introductory press conference, Bobby explained why he's "fired up" about the move.

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LSU head coach Lane Kiffin's introductory press conference 12-1-25 36:45

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New LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin held his introductory press conference on Monday, December 1st.

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Full Show 12-1-25: Lane Kiffin arrives, lessons from the Saints loss, and AI is everywhere 1:42:09

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* What can LSU fans expect out of Lane Kiffin?* The New Orleans Saints are losing the physical battle up front* AI is being used everywhere, even when you're probably not aware of it* What you need to know about holiday etiquette* Lane Kiffin will have success at LSU* Bank On It: Fixing your finances before the new year…

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AI has become an everyday part of our lives...even if you don't realize it 15:09

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We get another update on the state of artificial intelligence, how it's being used, and what the average person needs to know.Andrew Schwarz, Professor of IT in the E. J. Ourso College of Business at LSU, joins us.

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Hour 4: Everything you need to know about holiday etiquette...and artificial intelligence 32:52

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* Holiday party etiquette and how to handle gift-giving with friends, family, and co-workers* The state of artificial intelligence, how it's being used, and what the average person needs to know

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Hour 3: Election changes coming and some good education news 21:54

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* Louisiana schools showed some improvement in their scores, but changes are on the way. We’ll break it all down * The are some changes coming to how we’ll vote in Louisiana. We go over them with Secretary of State Nancy Landry.

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Hour 2: What to expect from Lane Kiffin and fixing your finances before the new year 23:23

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* What LSU fans can expect from Lane Kiffin as head coach* Bank On It, financial insights you can count on with Jason Shields, the COO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust

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Hour 1: All aboard the Lane Train and making sense of the Saints loss 23:56

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* Why LSU fans should be ecstatic about the Lane Kiffin hire* What we learned from the Saints loss to the Dolphins

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Everything to know about holiday party and gift-giving etiquette 16:11

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We talk with Thomas Farley - Mister Manners, an etiquette expert and columnist - about holiday party etiquette and how to handle gift-giving with friends, family, and co-workers.

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Louisiana schools showed some improvement in their scores, but changes are on the way 9:04

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We break down some good news for Louisiana schools with Barry Erwin, Chief Policy Officer for Leaders for a Better Louisiana.

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Louisiana has some big changes to elections coming. Here's what you need to know 9:00

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There are some changes coming to how we’ll vote in Louisiana. We go over them with Secretary of State Nancy Landry.

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Bank On It: Getting your finances in order before the new year 10:08

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Bank On It, financial insights you can count on with Jason Shields, the COO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust

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What LSU fans can expect from Lane Kiffin 11:20

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LSU has a new coach! Tommy and WWL.com columnist break down how the Tigers pulled Lane Kiffin from Ole Miss.

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Why LSU fans should be ecstatic about Lane Kiffin's hiring 22:10

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Tommy talks with Mike Detillier about the big Lane Kiffin news and what we learned in the Saints loss to the Dolphins.

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Mike: Lane Kiffin is an offensive genius 16:00

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Mike Detillier joined Steve and Charlie on First Take to discuss LSU's pursuit of Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin.

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Full Show 11-29-2025: The Kiffin Craze Continues ahead of the Oklahoma game 1:26:41

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On this episode of the Tiger Tailgatin' show, Mike and Herb stay at the ready for any Lane Kiffin news. We wonder if the Ole Miss coach is ready to commit to LSU, how Oklahoma has adapted to SEC competition, and how Louisiana college football will see head coaching shakeup across the state.

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Lane Kiffin coaching decision coming down to the wire - Brian Haldane 12:58

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Radio and podcast host Brian Haldane gives us the latest on the Lane Kiffin situation. He talks on other head coaches potentially on the move in Louisiana college football, and the implications that has on LSU's back up plan should Kiffin stay at Ole Miss.

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How Oklahoma's built from within to compete in the SEC - with Ryan Aber 15:20

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Sports Illustrated writer Ryan Aber comes on with Mike and Herb to give us the inside scoop on Oklahoma football. He talks on how OU has been forced to adapt to the SEC, why the offense has struggled in recent weeks, and what QB John Mateer needs to do to get back on track.

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Inside the Tiger Den: LSU feels confident Kiffin is set to be the guy at LSU per Jeff Palermo 11:37

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LSU Tigers writer Jeff Palermo joins Mike and Herb to walk us through the latest between Lane Kiffin and LSU. We wonder whether Kiffin will commit to the Tigers, how Ole Miss has adjusted, and more.

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Full Show 11-26-25: Progress on the budget woes, understanding diabetes, and Saints roster moves 1:42:01

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* What to expect from Mayor-elect Moreno’s spending plan for 2026* What you need to know about diabetes* Who will be kicking for the New Orleans Saints against Miami?* The community needs to see that you're managing their tax dollars correctly* How much trust do you have in the government?* Ag Commissioner Mike Strain has some help Thanksgiving tur…

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Hour 4: Saints making some changes and frying that turkey safely 32:43

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* We get a Saints update on the kicking game, fixing the redzone woes, and more with sideline reporter Jeff Nowak.* We talk to Chief Don Robertson, the Jefferson Parish Director of Fire Services, about turkey frying safety, the dangers of carbon monoxide, and heating your home safely

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Frying your turkey? Follow these steps to do it safely 7:10

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We talk to Chief Don Robertson, the Jefferson Parish Director of Fire Services, about turkey frying safety, the dangers of carbon monoxide, and heating your home safely

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Hour 3: Good crime news and fixing NOLA's budget mess 22:45

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* We’ll take our weekly deep dive into crime and policing in the New Orleans area. What should we be most thankful for this year? * We check in with budget chair Joe Giarrusso about Mayor-elect Moreno’s spending plan for 2026 and what residents can expect.

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Hour 2: Good and bad news for the job market and what you need to know about diabetes 23:20

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* Seasonal job hiring is looking better than previous years, but there are still some concerns. We’ll break it down * November is American Diabetes Month. We’ll talk with Dr. Taniya De Silva with LSU Health New Orleans about the causes, the symptoms, and the treatments

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Hour 1: Trust has dropped in the US and Thanksgiving tips 22:12

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* Trust in the government remains near record lows. What’s driving that?* Checking in with Ag Commissioner Mike Strain

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The Saints have a decision to make at kicker. Who will they go with? 19:25

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We get a Saints update on the kicking game, fixing the redzone woes, and more with sideline reporter Jeff Nowak.

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Cuts and furloughs coming to fix New Orleans' budget mess 9:27

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Checking in with budget chair Joe Giarrusso about Mayor-elect Moreno’s spending plan for 2026 and what residents can expect.

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What we have to be thankful for with crime/policing in New Orleans 12:00

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Taking our weekly deep dive into crime and policing in the New Orleans area. What should we be most thankful for this year? Ronal Serpas, Professor of Practice in the Department of Criminal Justice at Loyola and a former NOPD chief, joins us.

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What you need to know about diabetes and taking care of yourself 8:46

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November is American Diabetes Month. We talk with Dr. Taniya De Silva, an endocrinologist with LSU Health New Orleans, about the causes, the symptoms, and the treatments.

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Good news and bad news from the seasonal job market. Let's take a look 10:26

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Seasonal job hiring is looking better than previous years, but there are still some concerns. We break it down with Cory Stahle, an economist at Indeed.

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Thanksgiving turkey tips with Ag Commissioner Mike Strain 8:10

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Tommy talks with Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, about Thanksgiving cooking and getting yourself a Louisiana Christmas tree.

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Why is trust in the government SO low? 8:55

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Trust in the government remains near record lows. What’s driving that?Robert Hogan, Professor and Department Chair of Political Science at LSU, joins us.

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LSU is throwing "obscene money" at Lane Kiffin to land him 13:23

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Mike and Steve interviewed Buddy Songy, an analyst for TigerBait.com. Songy remembered former LSU kicker Cade York's legendary "fog kick" against Florida after he signed with the Saints. He broke down the latest news regarding LSU's pursuit of Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin. Songy said the Tigers are throwing "unprecedented" amounts of money to br…

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BONUS: 2025 holiday shopping trends reveal deep divides in this US economy, plus can a new ChatGPT feature find gifts for everyone? 20:10

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Can you trust your holiday shopping to AI? Find out about a new ChatGPT feature that suggests gifts for hard-to-buy-for recipients. Plus, a holiday shopping forecast that reveals the cracks between the haves and the have-nots.

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BONUS: 'Don't take the bait!' How to avoid holiday arguments, the emergency room, and the dangers of 'Blackout Wednesday' 19:02

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The holidays tend to get busy in the emergency room, and that's not just because there are so many dinner table arguments. Here's how to keep the holidays peaceful, injury free, and get guests not to overstay the welcome.

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Full Show 11-25-25: Making those leftovers last, grocery prices up and down, and beating holiday stress 1:35:57

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Hour 4: Coping with holiday stress and helping those who need it 32:00

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* How you can help families in need during the holidays* The holiday season is upon us. Do you love it, or does it stress you out? Do you worry about navigating politics with the extended family?

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Hour 3: Everything you want and need to know about leftovers and food safety 21:19

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How do you prepare Thanksgiving dishes safely? How long can you keep food out before it goes bad? How long will those leftovers last if you put them in the fridge or freezer? We answer all your questions.