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: Troy Carter, 09-09-25

Congressman Troy Carter joins the show to reflect on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, honoring the resilience of Louisiana’s communities and spotlighting the ongoing mental health challenges that linger. […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Mike Moncla, 09-09-25

Louisiana Oil & Gas Association President Mike Moncla joins the show to unpack the heated debate around carbon sequestration. With parishes pushing back and misinformation swirling, Moncla explains the science, […]

Would The National Guard be Welcome in Baton Rouge?

Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse joins the show to discuss crime trends, staffing challenges, and the potential role of the National Guard in urban policing. While President Trump has floated […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Lori Melancon, 09-09-25

Lori Melancon of the Baton Rouge Area Chamber joins the show to celebrate a major win: Baton Rouge has been named a Top 10 U.S. Metro for economic growth by Site […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Jeff Crouere, 09-09-25

Jeff Crouere joins the show to dissect the heated New Orleans mayoral race. With Helena Moreno leading in traditional polls and Royce Duplessis surging in grassroots support, the race is […]

Checking in on Tangipahoa Two Weeks After the Smitty’s Explosion

More than two weeks after a massive explosion and fire at Smitty’s Supply, residents downriver are still grappling with the environmental fallout. Pat Mashburn, a local resident, shares his firsthand […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Moon Griffon, 09-08-25

Moon Griffon joins the show to break down Governor Jeff Landry’s recent $900 ethics fine for failing to disclose free flights, including a trip to Hawaii. Griffon explores the implications […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Patrick Robinson, 09-08-25

Patrick Robinson joins the show to preview the upcoming LABI Workers’ Comp Conference, happening October 7–9. Robinson discusses key topics on the agenda, why this event matters for Louisiana businesses, […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Dr. Chris Thomas, 09-08-25

In honor of Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr. Chris Thomas joins the show to shed light on one of the most overlooked medical emergencies. We explore what sepsis is, why early […]

Mornings with Brian Haldane: Jim Ryan, 09-08-25

Jim Ryan from ABC News joins the show to uncover the bizarre case of Indonesian radioactive shrimp allegedly sold at Walmart. Ryan dives into the science behind CCM37 contamination, the […]