Louisiana Lawmaker Dixon McMakin Highlights Progress, Constitutional Reform and New Public Safety Efforts

Troy Carter Highlights New Ninth Ward Stadium and Crawfish Workforce Bill

Congressman Troy Carter joined Talk 107.3 to discuss the new $16 million Ninth Ward stadium project tied to Carver High School and other New Orleans schools. Carter said the stadium will give student-athletes a modern place to play while building pride, teamwork and opportunity. He also discussed the bipartisan CRAW Act, which would reclassify crawfish processing jobs as agricultural labor and help Louisiana crawfish producers access more seasonal workers through the H-2A visa program.

Nancy Landry Says Louisiana Voters Are Learning New Closed Primary Rules Before June 27 Election

Secretary of State Nancy Landry joined Talk 107.3 to explain what voters need to know before the June 27 election. She said voters seem more comfortable with Louisiana’s new closed party primary system, but she urged everyone to check their sample ballot before heading to the polls. Landry also explained how no party voters’ ballot choices work, why some voters may be locked into the same choice they made in May, and why early voting turnout was lower this round.

Renovigo Chemicals Says Carbon Utilization Could Change Louisiana Manufacturing

Jeremiah Piper with Renovigo Chemicals joins the show to explain how carbon utilization could change the future of manufacturing. He breaks down how CO2, water, and renewable electricity can be used to produce important chemicals such as ethanol, methanol, and ethylene. Piper says this technology is no longer years away. It is already happening, and companies are investing millions to scale it. He also explains how utilization could turn captured carbon into a valuable raw material rather than storing it underground.

Louisiana’s Paul Hollis Leads U.S. Mint During America’s 250th Celebration

Paul Hollis, Louisiana’s own and the director of the U.S. Mint, joined Talk 107.3 to discuss America’s 250th anniversary coin designs. Hollis shared how a childhood gift from his grandmother sparked his love of coins and explained the new 2026 releases, including the Thomas Jefferson quarter with dual 1776-2026 dates.He also highlighted a rare “July 4” privy mark quarter. Only 250,000 were released nationwide, turning the coin into a patriotic treasure hunt for Americans checking their change.

Pelican Institute Report Claims Out-of-State Donors Are Funding Louisiana Anti-Energy Efforts

Daniel Erspamer of the Pelican Institute joins Brian Haldane to discuss the group’s “Barriers to Energy Dominance” report. Erspamer says Louisiana’s energy debate is being shaped by out-of-state money, including millions tied to groups opposing carbon capture, pipelines, refineries and other energy projects. He explains why the Pelican Institute believes Louisiana needs transparent rules, strong property rights and fact-based debate to protect its energy economy.