Mornings with Brian Haldane

Join the conversation with Brian Haldane every weekday morning from 6am through 9am as he broadcasts live just steps away from the capitol! Connected to the local newsmakers, Brian has some of the biggest names in local politics on the air everyday. Start each hour with news updates from our friends at ABC News, get around the trouble spots in traffic and get the latest weather updates from our partners at WBRZ. Stay up to date on the biggest stories in the city, state and beyond with Top Stories & Trending just past 6am and 7am every morning. We hope you'll join us mornings on TALK 1073!

Show Archive

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Johnny Dunham and Ned Fasullo, 11-06-25

This week’s Crime Stoppers segment hits all the right notes—literally. The team gears up for “Holiday Sinatra,” a big-band concert on December 6th at LSU Union Theater, blending classic Christmas […]

What’s in the 2026 EBR Budget?

The Baton Rouge mayor’s office has released its 2026 budget proposal, facing significant financial constraints and a mandate to present a balanced budget. Mason Batts from the mayor’s office joins […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Haggai Davis, 11-06-25

Tech Gumbo kicks off its 12th year with a fiery blend of humor and outrage. Haggai Davis joins the show to dive into the jaw-dropping cybersecurity fail at the Louvre—where […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Chad Bailey, 11-05-25

Hockey season is back in Baton Rouge, and new Zydeco head coach Chad Bailey is ready to lead the charge. With a fresh system, returning players, and a growing rivalry […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Lauren Giffin and John Schiller, 11-05-25

Lauren Giffin and John Schiller from the LSU Alumni Association join the show to spotlight how the organization is building lifelong connections for Tigers across the country. As a nonprofit […]

When is the USS Kidd Coming Home?

The USS Kidd, a beloved World War II-era destroyer and staple of Baton Rouge’s riverfront, is nearing the end of an extensive restoration project. Les Nicholson, chair of the restoration […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Cheryle Totten, 11-05-25

Cheryle Totten joins the show to spotlight Louisiana’s Youth Legislature—a dynamic, hands-on program empowering 6th–8th graders to write, debate, and pass mock legislation. With over 2,000 students from 45+ schools […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Brendan Buck, 11-05-25

Brendan Buck from Keep Americans Covered joins the show to break down the looming expiration of enhanced premium tax credits (EPTCs)—a financial lifeline for millions buying health insurance through the […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Franz Borghardt, 11-05-25

Attorney Franz Borghardt joins the show for Legally Served to dive into a fiery recusal controversy surrounding Judge Gail Horne Ray in the high-profile Madison Brooks case. With text messages, […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Troy Carter, 11-04-25

Congressman Troy Carter returns for another candid conversation on the show for DC Current, diving into his bipartisan FEMA Continuity Act—a bill ensuring disaster relief continues even during government shutdowns. […]