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WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
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BONUS: Stock markets soar as Democrats sweep in to work with 'predictably unpredictable' Trump
American citizens have paid $100 million more for gasoline since February, and that was one of the motivating factors that brought in a wave of new Democratic…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: What to stream and what to do this weekend
* What’s going on this weekend? We’ll go over some of the big events and happenings around the New Orleans area with Josh Danzig, owner of Where Y’at Magazine…
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Full Show 11-5-26: Saints getting healthier, food fests, midterm aftereffects, and more
* Are the Saints getting healthier now? * Where y'at this weekend * Will Southern states be more in play in future elections? * Is the French Quarter as safe…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Hacking our homes?
* The stock market jumped up after the midterm results, and some analysts say divided government could be a good thing. Why? We’ll dive into it * Hackers have…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Are the Saints starting to get healthier?
* Saints rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson returned to practice on Wednesday. How big will he be for the offense when he makes his debut? * The French Quarter…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: How will the midterm results change politics going forward?
* We’ll continue to break down the election results. Will Republicans try to pass any bills before the next Congress? What will Democrats focus on? We’ll talk…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhere y’at this weekend: There’s a lot for food lovers
* Oak Street Po-Boy Fest is this Sunday form 10am-6pm. You’ll be able to chose from over 100 different sandwiches, and there will be music, arts, and even a…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat's new on streaming this November
A new month means new movies and shows on streaming. We’ll break down WHAT to watch and WHERE to find it with Kourtnee Jackson, CNET’s senior streaming editor.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy the stock market went up after the Democratic midterm victory
The stock market jumped up after the midterm results, and some analysts say divided government could be a good thing. Why? We dive into it with Peter…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAre the smart devices in your home at risk of being hacked?
Hackers have targeted fridges and freezers in grocery stores in Europe, leading to spoiled food. If we have smart devices in our home, are they at risk of…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWill the Saints be able to get after Shedeur Sanders if he starts?
Saints rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson returned to practice on Wednesday. How big will he be for the offense when he makes his debut? And will the Saints be…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs the French Quarter as safe as its ever been?
The French Quarter will see an increase in State Police patrols starting next year. We’ll get the details from Christian Pendleton, the chair of the security…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWill Louisiana wood pellets power artificial intelligence?
Tommy talks with Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, about Louisiana wood pellets, the drought, and more.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWill Southern states be more in play in future elections?
We’ll continue to break down the election results. Has the electoral map changed going forward? Robert Hogan, Professor and Department Chair of Political…
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BONUS: A new day dawns in Washington: Will it bring a fresh era of deal making?
We dive into what happens after Tuesday's election, which showed the mood of the country has taken on a decidedly blue tinge.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Will the Saints get back on track against the Browns?
* We'll talk with Congressman Troy Carter about winning reelection, the midterm results, and what he wants Democrats to tackle with control of Congress * How…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: How is LSU looking ahead of the Alabama game?
* New Orleans voted on several judges. We’ll talk with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas about just how big a role judges play in the criminal justice system. *…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: How Louisiana voted on the constitutional amendments
* We’ll recap how the constitutional amendments turned out and what the results mean with Stephen Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: There was a blue wave last night. Here's what to know
We break down all the election results and break down what it means for Louisiana and for the country. * Justin Buchler: Associate Professor of Political…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerTroy Carter: It's time for change. People want the rule of law
We talk with Congressman Troy Carter about winning reelection, the midterm results, and what he wants Democrats to tackle with control of Congress
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWill the Saints face a back-up QB when they play the Browns?
DeHow are the Saints and Browns injury situations looking? Browns QB Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol. Will the Saints run game get fixed? We dive…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow LSU stacks up against Alabama
What has Lane Kiffin said about Alabama? How healthy are the Tigers? We’ll break it all down with Koki Riley, an LSU beat writer for The Advocate
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerJust how big a role do judges play in the criminal justice system?
New Orleans voted on several judges. We’ll talk with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas about just how big a role judges play in the criminal justice system.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs Louisiana missing a huge economic opportunity with offshore wind?
Is Louisiana missing out on a big economic opportunity by not investing in offshore wind energy? We’ll talk to Madelyn Smith, a senior program manager with the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat happened with the 10 constitutional amendments?
We recap how the constitutional amendments turned out and what the results mean with Stephen Procopio, the president of the Public Affairs Research Council.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat can we learn about Louisiana from the election results
Julia Letlow won the hotly contested Senate race in Louisiana, but it was closer than many expected. What can we take from that result and the other elections…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat to make of the midterm results
The Democrats flipped the House and the Senate. What were voters concerned about? What does it mean for the next two years? Justin Buchler, Associate Professor…
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BONUS: Gas prices highest ever for these midterms: 'It's been 8 months of unhappiness'
If you're tired of the election, we won't belabor the point, but we will discuss the economy, from fuel prices to
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Full Show 11-3-26: Election Day notes, Saints staff moves, and rolling millages forward
* It's Election Day! Who will control Congress? Here's what to watch * The Saints fired their run game coordinator. Will it help? * Does New Orleans have any…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: What to know about diabetes and eating healthy
* November is Diabetes Awareness Month. How does it impact us? How do we treat it? What are the warning signs to watch for? We’ll go over it with Dr. Taniya De…
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Hour 3: Has there been any good news with gas prices?
* We'll get the latest on oil and gas prices and what we're paying at the pump with Patrick De Haan, the chief of petroleum analysis for Gas Buddy. * Bike Easy…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Why a millage roll forward is necessary for New Orleans
* Tech stocks lost $1 trillion in value amid fears there may be an AI bubble. What’s going on? We’ll sort it out with financial analyst Ted Rossman. * The City…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Who's likely to win the midterms?
* It’s Election Day! Have you voted? We’ll get an update on the political picture from Todd Belt with George Washington University as America heads to the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow to make sure your kids have a healthy relationship with eating
Can you actually restrict what your kids eat too much and end up leading to overeating? We’ll talk with Bryn Beeder, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIt's Diabetes Awareness Month. Here's everything to know about the disease
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. How does it impact us? How do we treat it? What are the warning signs to watch for? We’ll go over it with Dr. Taniya De…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe Pelicans have been on a roll
The Pelicans got off to a rocky start this season, but they’ve started to bounce back. Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA writer covering the Pelicans, joins us to…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerInterested in a bicycle second line?
Bike Easy is hosting a bicycle second line on November 14. Allene La Spina, Executive Director of Bike Easy, gives us the details.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerGas prices are the highest they've ever been for a midterm election
We'll get the latest on oil and gas prices and what we're paying at the pump with Patrick De Haan, the chief of petroleum analysis for Gas Buddy.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerDoes New Orleans have any choice but to roll millages forward?
The City Council is getting closer to voting on a budget for New Orleans. We’ll check in with Councilmember Freddie King for where things stand, especially…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAre we in an AI bubble?
Tech stocks lost $1 trillion in value amid fears there may be an AI bubble. What’s going on? We sort it out with Ted Rossman, Principal Consumer Finance…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe Saints fired their run game coordinator. Will it help?
The Saints fired their run game coordinator. Are other changes coming? We break it down with Ross Jackson, host of the Locked on Saints podcast.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIt's Election Day! Who will control Congress? Here's what to watch
Have you voted? We’ll get an update on the political picture from Todd Belt, Professor and Director of the Political Management Program at George Washington…
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Full Show 11-2-26: Saints & Tigers with big match-ups, stalled Six Flags development, midterms, and more
* How does LSU compare to Alabama? * Have the Saints been the most disappointing team in the NFC South? * JP Morrell: Don't see how Six Flags redevelopment…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Crafting a more sustainble budget for New Orleans
* New Orleans is getting closer to settling on a budget. And BGR has a new report on how the city can make things stable. We’ll dive into it with Becky…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: Will the Saints get back on track against the Browns?
* The Saints were off, but how did the rest of the NFC South look? What do the Black and Gold need to do to get back on track against the Browns? * We’ll get…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Is a historic upset in Louisiana politics brewing?
* How are the races in Louisiana looking? The Senate race is close…what would it take for each candidate to win? * Bank On It, financial insights you can count…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Who's got the advantage heading into Election Day?
* Election Day is tomorrow. We’ll get a rundown of how things look nationally and which races could decide who controls Congress * It’s LSU/Alabama game week!…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerQuestions around Meta-fueled real estate deals in north Louisiana. Here's what to know
Real estate in north Louisiana has become a hot commodity after the Meta data center deal. But some are crying foul. We’ll break down what’s going on with Sam…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow New Orleans can create a sustainable budget for the future
New Orleans is getting closer to settling on a budget. And BGR has a new report on how the city can make things stable. We dive into it with Becky Mowbray, the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerJP Morrell: I don't see how Six Flags redevelopment comes out of a death spiral
We’ll get an update on the budget hearings with Councilmember JP Morrell and talk about where things stand with the redevelopment of the old Six Flags site.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHave the Saints been the most disappointing team in the NFC South?
The Saints were off, but how did the rest of the NFC South look? What do the Black and Gold need to do to get back on track against the Browns? Have the Saints…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerBank On It: What you need to know about cryptocurrency after a huge heist
Bank On It, financial insights you can count on with Jason Shields, the COO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerA Jamie Davis win would be a historic upset. Here's what it would take to happen
The Senate race between Julia Letlow and Jamie Davis is close…what would it take for each candidate to win? Tyler Bridges, chief political reporter for The…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerElection Day is tomorrow. Which races could decide control of Congress?
We get a rundown of how things look nationally and which races could decide who controls Congress with Michele Swers, Professor of American Government at…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIt's LSU/Alabama week! How do the Tigers compare to the Tide?
LSU is favored over Alabama for the first time since 2007. We break it down the big match-up with WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo.
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: A convicted killer is still on the lose after a prison break and a hospital shooting that raises questions
Out of Missouri, a hospital shooting has sheds light on safety and security needs in the healthcare system, and we’ll hear a discussion about that. Experts in…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Do we let suspects go free too soon? Plus, a look back at the Tree of Life massacre eight years later
In this episode, we’ll hear about crimes that raise questions about the bail and prison system, how the Pittsburgh community is still healing from the 2018…
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OFFBITES: A 1940s UFO tale and America's legendary 'dog men'
We’ll hear about some researchers who have looked into stories that might be more fantastical than they are real. One is an author who looked into a UFO story…
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OFFBITES: Thomas Edison's train lab and Goldilocks behind bars
This is Halloween weekend, and here on Something Offbeat, our theme today is campfire stories. Sit back, relax imagine toasting some marshmallows and listen in…