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WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
Tommy Tucker takes on the days' breaking headlines, plus weather, sports, traffic and more
Episodes
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerBank On It: What you need to know about Social Security
Bank On It, financial insights you can count on with Jason Shields, the COO of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerLouisianans are more into politics but less polarized than the nation
According to a new survey, Louisianans are MORE interested in politics but LESS polarized than the rest of the country. We go over the findings with Steven…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerGrading the Saints: Who stood out against the Jaguars?
Tommy and Mike Detillier break down the Saints preseason game against the Jaguars. Who stood out? How close is the battle for back-up QB?
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Gruesome family tragedy ends with murder by screwdriver at a daycare center
This week, we’re diving into a case out of WCCO News Talk in the Twin Cities -- a brutal alleged murder carried out by a man against his wife and child at a…
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MINI TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: A home that has become the center of a massive death investigation, Tupac's murder trial, latest on Luigi and more
We have updates a massive death investigation centered on a Philly home, the now decades-old Tupac Shakur murder case and Luigi Mangione’s surprise move to…
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OFFBITES: A brain-eating infection linked to oysters and 'popcorn brain' syndrome linked to technology
In this episode, we’ll hear about a brain eating infection and about the newly coined “Popcorn Brain” condition linked to technology use. Featuring audio from…
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OFFBITES: Thunder, lightning, an eclipse, a planet parade, a meteor shower and a man in a billboard
Lots of stuff has been going on in the sky recently. Thunder storms, meteor showers, a planet parade and an eclipse all has people looking up into the clouds…
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TRUE CRIME ROUNDUP: Tupac Shakur murder trial, Luigi Mangione's plea, a daycare murder tragedy and more
This week, we’re diving into a case out of WCCO News Talk in the Twin Cities, the one you heard a bit of at the top of the show…. A brutal alleged murder…
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BONUS: A brain-eating infection, 'popcorn brain' syndrome and wild stuff happening in the sky
This week, we’re looking into two vast frontiers that remain mysterious even though we deal with them every day…our brains and the sky above us. Featuring…
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BONUS: 20% of young people say they’re not going to have kids: the latest
Polls show a surprising number of people wo plan to remain child-free. How will that reshape America? Plus, the US has spent $1T on public schools in the last…
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Hour 4: Bobby Hebert's take on the Saints
* It’s almost time for Saints football again! We’ll break down how they’ve been looking at training camp and preview the match-up against the Jaguars with…
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Hour 3: What's going on in St. Tammany Parish
* St. Tammany President Mike Cooper vetoed two zoning measures. We’ll talk with about why decided to and get an update on other things going on around the…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Questions around the Meta data center project
* The Public Service Commission voted 3-1 to overturn a judge’s ruling that would’ve required Meta to provide details on job creation and electricity usage…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Budget cuts are coming for New Orleans
* How is the budget situation looking for New Orleans? Are things good for the rest of the year? What about the 2027 outlook? We’ll get an update from CAO Joe…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat's stood out to Bobby Hebert at Saints training camp so far?
It’s almost time for Saints football again! We’ll break down how they’ve been looking at training camp and preview the match-up against the Jaguars with Bobby…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow the Pontchartrain Conservancy protects our waterways
August is National Water Quality Month, and one of the Pontchartrain Conservancy’s main missions is protecting our waterways. We’ll talk with executive…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy St. Tammany Parish President Mike Cooper vetoed a controversial zoning change
St. Tammany President Mike Cooper vetoed two zoning measures. We’ll talk with about why decided to and get an update on other things going on around the parish.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerIs morale running low among servicemembers deployed against Iran?
Conditions on board the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln are reportedly poor, with some service members trying to jump overboard. We’ll talk with Patty…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerShould Meta have to disclose more info about their data center project?
The Public Service Commission voted 3-1 to overturn a judge’s ruling that would’ve required Meta to provide details on job creation and electricity usage…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerNew Orleans is making progress on the budget, but cuts are coming
How is the budget situation looking for New Orleans? Are things good for the rest of the year? What about the 2027 outlook? We get an update from Joe…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerLegendary LSU baseball coach Skip Bertman has died
WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo joins us to discuss the legacy of Skip Bertman and to give an update on the Jayden Daneils drama.
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BONUS: Tubers go astray, spend 3 days in the wilderness eating bark and ants to survive
First we tell the story of tubers who survived three days in the wild. Then it's back to school time, so we discuss must-have tech, how much it costs, and what…
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Hour 4: Artificial intelligence can benefit everyone
* What’s going on this weekend? We’ll go over some of the big events and happenings around the New Orleans area with Josh Danzig, owner of Where Y’at Magazine…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 3: We're paying a price at the pump from the Iran war
* An oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf drew over $82 million in bids. We’ll break it down and get an update on how the industry is going with Eric Smith, a…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhere y’at this weekend: Saints, the paranormal, cats, and so much more
What’s going on this weekend? We’ll go over some of the big events and happenings around the New Orleans area with Josh Danzig, owner of Where Y’at Magazine…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 2: Explaining why Jayden Daniels is in a dispute with LSU
* Jayden Daniels sent a cease and desist letter to LSU in a dispute over the No. 5 jersey. * We’ll get another Saints training camp update with Luke Johnson…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: How the Iran war is impacting inflation
* Inflation eased some in July. We break down the new CPI report with Patrick Penfield, a professor at Syracuse. * Checking in with Ag Commissioner Mike Strain
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow AI can benefit everybody
There’s a lot of hype around artificial intelligence and how it will be used. Will it be something everyone can benefit from? We’ll talk with LSU professor…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerJefferson Parish has made some major financial progress. Here's what you need to know
It's not sexy; but bonds, audits, and financial planning are all super important. And Jefferson Parish has been getting some good news. We talk with President…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow is the oil and gas industry doing in Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico?
An oil and gas lease sale in the Gulf drew over $82 million in bids. We break it down and get an update on how the industry is going with Eric Smith, a…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerMaking sense of a clunky Saints offense at training camp
Should Saints fans be worried by the offense struggling in training camp? We talk with Luke Johnson, Saints beat writer for the Times Picayune.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThere will soon be a huge, inclusive playground in Kenner
Kenner is building the largest inclusionary playground in the Gulf South. Councilmember Arita Bohannan gives us the details.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhy Jayden Daniels is in a dispute with LSU
Jayden Daniels sent a cease and desist letter to LSU in a dispute over the No. 5 jersey. WWL.com columnist Jeff Palermo joins us to explain what's going on.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow Louisiana rice is helping the hungry
Tommy talks with Mike Strain, Commissioner of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, about Louisiana rice helping feed the hungry, the mealy bug…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWe got some good news on inflation. Here's what to know
Inflation eased some in July. We break down the new CPI report with Patrick Penfield, a Professor of Supply Chain Practice at Syracuse
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BONUS: A solution for Social Security as doomsday nears: but why isn't anyone taking it up?
A fascinating dive into the easy solution to fix Social Security and a look at the primary election this week and what it means for progressives.
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Full Show 8-12-26: Jordyn Tyson standing out, fixing Social Security, and a boon for Louisiana
* How has Saints first round pick Jordan Tyson looked? * This is how to fix Social Security * Could new tariffs be a big boon for Louisiana solar…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: How to fix Social Security
* A bipartisan group of Senators wants to force Congress to reform Social Security. So what would be the best ways to fix the program? * The Senate has agreed…
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Hour 3: Why technology like drones is important to law enforcement
* How important has technology and things like drones become to policing? We’ll talk with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas. * President Trump signed an executive…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerGood news for Louisiana THC beverage companies. Here's what to know
The Senate has agreed to delay the hemp THC ban by one month. We talk to Joe Gerrity with Crescent Canna about the news and what it means for Louisiana…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerFunding cuts would be devastating for the Louisiana SPCA...and animals
There was some back and forth over funding for the Louisiana SPCA at a recent City Council meeting. We spoke with Councilmember Lesli Harris about it…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThis is how we can really fix Social Security
If nothing is done, Social Security would need major cuts in less than 10 years. So how do fix the problem? Kathryn Anne Edwards - an economist, writer for…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerThe magic of science: how vaccines safely save lives
President Trump signed an executive order calling for spreading out childhood vaccines. We talk with Charles Stoecker, JP Morgan Chase Professor of Healthcare…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow technology helps police be more effective
How important has technology and things like drones become to policing? We talk with former NOPD chief Ronal Serpas.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould Louisiana change up how education is funded in the state?
There’s been a lot of talk recently about the MFP and education funding, and a task force will meet about it on Thursday. So we go over what it all means and…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHow has Saints first round pick Jordan Tyson looked?
We get the latest on Saints training camp and who’s been looking good with Mike Hoss, the Voice of the Saints.
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerCould new tariffs be a big boon for Louisiana solar manufacturing?
Tariffs set to take effect later this year could end up helping Louisiana solar manufacturing. We explain what's going on with Greg Upton, Director of LSU's…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: Why are Republicans divided over one of President Trump's priorities?
* Republicans in Congress are divided over how to handle President Trump’s push for the SAVE Act. We’ll break down what’s going on * Could new tariffs be a…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWill Senate Republicans buck Trump on the SAVE Act?
Republicans in Congress are divided over how to handle President Trump’s push for the SAVE Act. We break down what’s going on with Aaron Dusso, Associate…
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Full Show 8-11-26: Sewerage & Water Board issues, Saints injuries, and more
* Why leaks are a huge problem for the Sewerage & Water Board * Saints training camp: making sense of the injuries * What's with the recent boil water…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 4: Who has the advantage in the chess game between the US and Iran?
* Iran wants concessions from the US while President Trump says the US is “only semi-negotiating.” We’ll sort out what’s going on and where the war stands with…
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Hour 2: How will the Saints respond to some of the injuries?
* We’ll talk with Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak about what’s been standing out to him at training camp and what his biggest questions still are. *…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerHour 1: How is crime in New Orleans looking?
* Checking in with Rafael Goyeneche, the president of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, about crime, ankle monitoring, and the Liz Murrill saga. * LSU fall…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerAffording housing is a struggle for almost half of Louisiana renters. Why?
Nearly half of renters in Louisiana can’t afford basic housing. We break down the new report with Andreanecia Morris, the president of HousingNOLA
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWho can afford to wait it out longer: the US or Iran?
Iran wants concessions from the US while President Trump says the US is “only semi-negotiating.” We sort out what’s going on and where the war stands with…
WWL First News with Tommy TuckerWhat's with the recent boil water advisories in Algiers?
Algiers has had multiple boil water advisories in the last few weeks, and the Sewerage and Water Board says it lacks the data to identify what caused the first…