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Today, we're putting on some sparkly slippers and travelling over the rainbow to the land of Oz. In this episode, we'll get a preview of a boots on the ground from Audacy podcasters who visited the Oz museum in Wamego, Kansas. Before we do that, well also hear about “zombie fish” that sound like they would be more at home in one of Baum's tales than in real life and a modern-day invention that's making us think of the “Emerald Glasses” featured in the first Oz book. And of course, our Oz-themed journey wouldn't be complete without a tornado. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, KCBS Radio in the Bay Area and Own the Road with Kelli and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas.

Val Kilmer is dead and also starring in a new movie thanks to AI; What dead actors would you be happy to see come back as AI? Why aren't teens as interested in getting their drivers license any more? Dont smoke weed and drive. Or go to work. Or drive to work; Dave doesn't sleep; he recharges

NASCAR! Teen driving! Cyborgs! It's the last hour of the show on a beautiful Friday and there are no rules. Have fun!

Young adults seem to be a lot less enthusiastic today about getting their driver's licenses than they were in generations past. What gives?

Ian shares the awful story of his first driver's license exam with Dave. It's not pretty.

Val Kilmer's new movie "As Deep as the Grave" is out - but Val Kilmer died a while back and the Val Kilmer in the movie is an AI recreation. What does this mean for the future of filmmaking?

How will AI impact the film and entertainment industry? Dave visits with Jason Waggenspack, the President of Film Louisiana, about it and gets an update on how things are going in Hollywood South.

It's opening day of French Quarter Fest, and Dave talks about what makes Southeast Louisiana so special! Also, Dave Cohen talks about how the New Orleans City Council, on Thursday, in a 4-3 vote, approved the New Orleans Police Department's purchase of the $250,000 drone and docking station, despite opposition from residents and three city council members. Then, Dave has a discussion about the Louisiana Senate approving a bill (SB4) with a 26-7 vote, allowing local communities to vote on removing fluoride from their public water systems. Finally, Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, joins the show to discuss farmers saying they can't survive without migrant labor, then on the flip side, others said that farmers are being too greedy and won't pay an American wage.

This hour, Dave Cohen is joined by Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, to discuss farmers saying they can't survive without migrant labor, then on the flip side, others said that farmers are being too greedy and won't pay an American wage.

This hour, Dave Cohen has a discussion about the Louisiana Senate approving a bill (SB4) with a 26-7 vote, allowing local communities to vote on removing fluoride from their public water systems.

Dave Cohen talks about the New Orleans City Council on Thursday in a 4-3 vote approved the New Orleans Police Department's purchase of the $250,000 drone and docking station, despite opposition from residents and three city councilmembers.

President Donald Trump was reportedly pitched the idea of merging United and American airlines ... But will it happen? And what would it mean for consumers? Also, we explore summer travel prices and why so many surcharges seem to be hidden -- and piling up.

On today's show, Dave Cohen speaks with Joseph Rosenberg, Senior Fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, to explain where income tax dollars come from, how much the lower, middle, and upper classes are paying, and if the rich are able to take advantage of ways to lower their tax rates, leaving more of a burden on the middle class. Also, Dave talks about developers finally getting permission to tear down the former Lindy Boggs Medical Center, one of the biggest eyesores in New Orleans that sits on prime real estate in Mid City. Eventually, the conversations of the day's show devolve into an argument about the economic impact of illegal immigrants.

Eyesores in your neighborhood, your commute, or blight, blemishes, and messes you see as you work and play in Greater New Orleans. Developers finally got permission to tear down the former Lindy Boggs Medical Center, one of the biggest eyesores in New Orleans that sits on prime real estate in Mid City. What do you see every day that you wish you could make go away?

This hour, Dave Cohen speaks with Joseph Rosenberg, Senior Fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, to explain where income tax dollars come from, how much the lower, middle, and upper classes are paying, and if the rich are able to take advantage of ways to lower their tax rates, leaving more of a burden on the middle class.

Dave Cohen speaks with Joseph Rosenberg, Senior Fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, to explain where income tax dollars come from, how much the lower, middle, and upper classes are paying, and if the rich are able to take advantage of ways to lower their tax rates, leaving more of a burden on the middle class.

Get the latest on a Super El Nino on its way, the demands the U.S. wants Iran to meet, and how stress is good for us. Plus learn about meat raffles, a Minnesota tradition, and find out who's the most popular person in the world. Hint: She's workin' 9-5.

On today's show, Dave Cohen speaks with Cory Stahle, an economist at Indeed, about how long the average person stays with one company, if job-hopping is more or less common these days, and how many jobs a person tends to have over their life. Then, Dave ponders if people have become more comfortable using profanity in general conversation while in public.

This hour, Dave Cohen ponders if people have become more comfortable using profanity in general conversation while in public.

Texas' Tony Gonzalez and California's Eric Swalwell both resigned from Congress over sex allegations ... so how will that affect the midterms, and does this mean they're done forever? Plus, the FAA is looking for gamers to hire and more bad news about summer gas prices.

This hour, Dave Cohen speaks with Cory Stahle, an economist at Indeed, about how long the average person stays with one company, if job-hopping is more or less common these days, and how many jobs a person tends to have over their life.

Cory Stahle, an economist at Indeed, joins Dave Cohen to discuss how long does the average person stay with one company, if job-hopping more or less common these days, and how many jobs does a person tend to have over their life?

On today's show, Dave Cohen speaks with Stephen Griffin, Professor of Constitutional Law at Tulane Law School, about what history and the Constitution tell us about a president's ability to wage war. Also, Keith Savoy, Deputy Director of NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility, joins the show to talk about Michoud's heavy involvement in the production of the rocket used in the Artemis II mission. Then, Jillian Scudder, Associate Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Oberlin College, talks about what the future holds for the space program after the successful Artemis II mission. Finally, Dave Cohen opens the phone lines, and the WWL listeners call in to share their thoughts on the war of words between President Trump and Pope Leo.

This hour, Dave Cohen is joined by Jillian Scudder, Associate Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Oberlin College, to talk about what future holds for the space program after the successful Artemis II mission. Then, Dave asks, who can the Democrats put up to excite their base in 2028?

Jillian Scudder, Associate Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Oberlin College, and an author of three books on astronomy for the general public, joins Dave Cohen to talk about what the future holds for the space program after the successful Artemis II mission.

On today's show, Dave Cohen speaks with Stephen Griffin, Professor of Constitutional Law at Tulane Law School, about what history and the Constitution tell us about a president's ability to wage war. Alo, Keith Savoy, Deputy Director of NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility, joins the show to talk about Michoud's heavy involvement in the production of the rocket used in the Artemis II mission. Then, Dave Cohen opens the phone lines, and the WWL listeners call in to share their thoughts on the war of words between President Trump and Pope Leo.

The ceasefire in Iran is 'fragile' by many definitions ... But is it so fragile as to be useless? Get the latest, plus what people are skipping as gas prices skyrocket, and a zombie fish invades the Great Lakes.

Michoud was heavily involved in the production of the rocket used in the Artemis II mission! And they're hard at work on Artemis III, IV, and V. Keith Savoy, Deputy Director of NASA's Michoud Assembly Facility, joins Dave Cohen to talk about it.

This hour, Dave Cohen speaks with Stephen Griffin, Professor of Constitutional Law at Tulane Law School, about what history and the Constitution tell us about a president's ability to wage war.

With Democrats vowing to challenge President Trump's war powers again, what do history and the Constitution tell us about a president's ability to wage war? Stephen Griffin, Professor of Constitutional Law at Tulane Law School, joins Dave Cohen to talk about it.

This week, things are getting a little intense. We have a playdate with snakes, spiders and bullfrogs, a discussion about flatulence research, questions about robot doctors and a peek into the world of black market fish. Featuring audio from KCBS Radio in the Bay Area, The Dave Glover Show out of KMOX in St. Louis, the Dana & Parks Show out of Audacy station KMBZ in Kansas City and Tommy Tucker out of WWL in New Orleans.

On today's show, Ian Hoch celebrates the triumphant return of the limited edition Creamy Coconut Dr. Pepper! Then, Ian Hoch has on Jeanne Nathan, Executive Director at Creative Alliance of New Orleans, to talk about their effort to turn this region's artistic talent into real economic and civic power. and Donald Jones Jr. & Keith Claverie, cast members of "Last Night at the Rue Bayou," to talk about how their production brings a new immersive musical experience to the French Quarter.

This hour, Ian Hoch is joined by Donald Jones Jr. & Keith Claverie, cast members of "Last Night at the Rue Bayou," to talk about how their production brings a new immersive musical experience to the French Quarter, where live music, shared tables, food, drink, and the electricity of the night will welcome you in to experience the love and community of the Rue Bayou.

This hour, Ian Hoch asks what's the best show you've ever seen, and did you ever see a band perform before they became famous.

This hour, Ian Hoch celebrates the triumphant return of the limited edition Creamy Coconut Dr. Pepper! Then, Jeanne Nathan, Executive Director at Creative Alliance of New Orleans, joins the show to talk about their effort to turn this region's artistic talent into real economic and civic power.

New Orleans loves to call itself a creative city, but are we really investing in the people who make that true? Enter The Creative Industries Assembly, a major new effort to turn this region's artistic talent into real economic and civic power, all unfolding inside the old Ford Assembly Plant in Arabi, now reimagined as a hub for culture, ideas, and possibility. Jeanne Nathan, Executive Director at Creative Alliance of New Orleans, joins Ian Hoch to talk about it.

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This hour, Ian Hoch is joined by Pandora Gastelum, the founder of the Giant Puppet Festival, and Nate Puppets w/ Mr. Troll, to talk about the 12th Annual New Orleans Giant Puppet Festival.

The 12th Annual New Orleans Giant Puppet Festival is here with over 40 shows, 100 puppeteers, 16 venues, a parade and much more! Pandora Gastelum, the founder of the Giant Puppet Festival, and Nate Puppets w/ Mr. Troll, join Ian Hoch to talk about the events.

This hour, Ian Hoch debuts "Lights Out," a radio play written, directed, produced by, & starring Ian Hoch himself. Then, JoDee Neil, trial attorney, child abuse expert & survivor, tried to explain why there have been so few arrests after the release of the Epstein files.

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests? Will the survivors ever get justice? How hard is it to win criminal prosecutions decades after the crimes? JoDee Neil, trial attorney, child abuse expert & survivor, joins Ian Hoch to make sense of what's going on.

Ian Hoch debuts a radio play he's written, directed, produced, and also starring in.