The Newell Normand Show

10/09/2026

🎙️ TODAY ON THE NEWELL NORMAND SHOW 🎙️
Tune in on WWL AM 870 / FM 105.3 or stream live on the Audacy app!

⏰ 10:10 AM
NEWELL'S MONOLOGUE

⏰ 10:30 AM
Joe Giarrusso | Chief Administrative Officer, City of New Orleans
Following a major Louisiana Supreme Court ruling that resolves a decades-long legal battle over the historic Wisner trust, millions of dollars in port lease revenues are finally cleared to flow into New Orleans city coffers. CAO Joe Giarrusso joins us to break down what this multimillion-dollar windfall means for the city's bottom line and taxpayers.

⏰ 11:10 AM
"DELGADO FIRST" with:
• Elizabeth Duett | Dean, School of Business, Delgado Community College
• Chef Tasheena Butler | Culinary & Hospitality Enrollment Coordinator, Adjunct Instructor & Delgado Alumna
We’re celebrating 105 years of powering New Orleans’ world-famous hospitality scene! Discover how Delgado Community College is serving up flexible degree pathways and launching a brand-new, cutting-edge Culinary Arts facility.
Plus, learn how you can support the next generation of local talent at upcoming community events:
🗓️ Building Futures Event – November 1st
🗓️ The Next Course Fundraiser – November 3rd (in partnership with Ralph’s on the Park)
🌐 Visit dcc.edu to get started today!

⏰ 11:30 AM
Matt Timmons | Chief Operating Officer, Manning Family Children’s Hospital
Matt Timmons joins the show to discuss the future of pediatric healthcare and LCMC Health’s expanding mission to care for Louisiana's kids. From cutting-edge medical advancements to community outreach, he breaks down how the region's premier children's hospital is transforming care and what new initiatives are on the horizon.

⏰ 12:10 PM
Chris Blair | The Voice of the LSU Tigers
The legendary Voice of the LSU Tigers joins us to break down everything you need to know ahead of LSU’s high-stakes SEC matchup against Kentucky in Lexington this Saturday. Chris gives an insider’s look at how the Tigers are preparing for a tough road environment, key match-ups to watch, and what LSU must do to bring home a victory.

⏰ 12:30 PM
Mike Hoss | Voice of the New Orleans Saints
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Voice of the Saints Mike Hoss joins the show to share his take on this Sunday’s matchup against the undefeated Minnesota Vikings inside the Caesars Superdome. Following a tough Monday night loss, Mike breaks down how the Saints plan to bounce back on their home turf and the key adjustments needed to get back on track.

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10/08/2026

Catch Newell Normand Broadcasting LIVE from NOMAR’s 16th Annual Economic & Real Estate Forecast Symposium at JPAC! 🎙️📈
Tune in as Newell covers the key trends, development momentum, and market insights shaping our region.

Here is today’s lineup:

* 10:10 AM – Cameron Lombardo, CCIM (2026 NOMAR Forecast Symposium Chair) kicks off the 16th annual symposium, sharing what makes this event a must-attend.

* 10:30 AM – Mike Sherman (Founder, Sherman Strategies) explores market momentum and where the region is heading.

* 10:45 AM – Craig Jacomine (Owner, Craig's Electrical & Generator Service) shares critical generator prep, maintenance essentials, and safe operational guidelines as Tropical Storm Isaias approaches.

* 11:10 AM – Dr. Jessica Lautz (Deputy Chief Economist & VP of Research, National Association of REALTORS®) breaks down national economic momentum.

* 11:30 AM – Bob Bergeron (Principal, Crescent Title) provides a market closing snapshot, insights on 1031 exchanges, and local opportunities stemming from North Louisiana developments.

* 12:10 PM – Guy Williams (Chairman & CEO, Gulf Coast Bank & Trust) shares reflections on the symposium and market outlook.

* 12:30 PM – Louis Lauricella (Managing Member, Lauricella & Company) discusses real estate development in today's economy.

* 12:45 PM – Mignon Richard Diaz (President, NOMAR Commercial Investment Division) wraps up key takeaways from the day.

Listen live on WWL AM 870 / FM 105.3 or stream anytime on the Audacy app! 📻📲
🌐 Learn more at nomar.org

10/07/2026

Are American parents finally realizing that high report card grades don't mean their kids are actually on track?

Are American parents finally realizing that high report card grades don't mean their kids are actually on track? Mike Petrilli, President of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute and Visiting Fellow at the Hoover Institution, joins Newell to discuss new national poll data showing a major shift in how fami...

10/07/2026

10:10 AM — Host Newell Normand opens the show with his monologue and commentary on current local and national issues.

10:30 AM — Mike Petrilli (President, Thomas B. Fordham Institute; Visiting Fellow, Hoover Institution) will discuss new national polling data revealing a shift in how parents view high report card grades versus actual student academic proficiency, and what this means for education reform leading into 2028.

11:10 AM — Michael Hecht (President & CEO, GNO, Inc.) will share positive economic and community developments from across the Greater New Orleans region.

11:30 AM — Michael Hecht is joined by Ola Adegboye (CFO & Special Advisor to the CEO, Son of a Saint) to discuss how the Son of a Saint Scholars program provides access to top college-prep schools, and how Louisiana taxpayers can fund these scholarships at zero net cost via a 100% state tax credit.

12:10 PM — Liz Murrill (Louisiana Attorney General) will discuss her legal intervention on behalf of two ULM student-athletes seeking a fifth year of NCAA eligibility, and why state action is needed to protect Louisiana athletes from unfair rules.

12:30 PM — Melanie Talia (CEO, New Orleans Police & Justice Foundation) will address proposed budget cuts targeting NOPD civilian staff, warning how shifting extra workloads onto sworn officers could threaten morale and public safety.

10/06/2026

The new Safety and Permits Concierge Program and an uptick in occupational licenses are cutting red tape for local businesses

This hour, Newell is joined by New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno to discuss the upcoming overall budget hearings, fresh momentum in NOPD recruiting, how the new Safety and Permits Concierge Program and an uptick in occupational licenses are cutting red tape for local businesses, and more.

10/06/2026

"Trump is more of a shock jock than a president" - Newell

Newell expresses his frustrations with President Trump's unnecessary spending of taxpayers' money for self-indulging political adds, his tendency to retaliate against fellow Republicans who disagree with him, and not focusing on reducing the federal debt.

10/06/2026

Set your clock — here is today's timeline for THE NEWELL NORMAND SHOW:

📍 10:10 AM | Newell’s Take — Sheriff’s thoughts on the big issues + your calls!

📍 11:10 AM | NOLA Coalition Show — Brenda Rice, Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Vivace, on building the new space station out at Michoud 🚀

📍 11:30 AM | Saints Breakdown — Jeff Nowak breaks down the 45 to 24 loss to the Falcons & 20th anniversary Dome-coming highlights 🏈 (Sponsored by Rouses Markets)

📍 12:10 PM | Talk to the Mayor — Mayor Helena Moreno on budget hearings, NOPD recruiting, cutting business red tape, and major new investments from Sicona Battery Company & Applied Atomic! 🏛️

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Newell Normand – Leaders Lead.

10/05/2026

Trump retaliates against fellow Republican Tom Cotton by seemingly giving out his personal cellphone number for pushing back against the Sunshine Protection Act

Newell addresses President Donald Trump sharing what he said was U.S. Senator Tom Cotton’s personal cellphone number on his Truth Social platform for disagreeing with the Sunshine Protection Act, which seeks to make daylight saving time permanent and eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes, passe...

10/02/2026

Creating synergy within the River District can propel New Orleans from a 3rd tier to a 2nd tier city

Newell talks about developers having officially closed on financing for the Rivana Apartments, a $111 million affordable housing complex that will serve as the first major residential piece of the massive River District development in New Orleans. The financial closing allows the lead contractor, Gi...