Best Tyler Wray Podcasts (2024)

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Gov. Jeff Landry, Tyler Bridges 44:32

1h ago44:32

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Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry talks his journey to this point and also gives insight into various state government topics including recently passed bills and also his administration thus far. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges speaks on local and national politics including various upcoming elections and also the candidates.…

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John Wirt, Dan Moldea, Mary-Patricia Wray 44:30

11h ago44:30

44:30

Music and Film critic John Wirt remembers singer Mama Cass on the 50th anniversary of her passing. Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on upcoming presidential election and its candidates including Kamala Harris as the democratic nominee. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray talks the latest in Paris with the 2024 Olympic Gam…

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Billy Nungesser, General Russel Honoré 44:30

7h ago44:30

44:30

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser gives insight into the first six months of his third term, tourism throughout the state of Louisiana, and also politics throughout the state. Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore speaks on local and nation news including upcoming elections and also his thought…

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Troy Hebert, Mark Ballard, Dadrius Lanus 44:30

2h ago44:30

44:30

Former State Representative Troy Hebert comments on the upcoming presidential election and it's candidates with Kamala Harris to become the Democratic nominee and also Joe Biden's recent "farewell speech" amide his withdrawal from the election. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the upcoming presidential election a…

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Quentin Anderson, Leigh Ann Caldwell 44:30

7h ago44:30

44:30

Democratic candidate for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District Quentin Anderson talks his campaign and candidacy. Washington Post reporter Leigh Ann Caldwell comments on various topics surrounding the presidential election including potential Presidential Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Republican Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance.…

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Boo Thomas, Rex Cabaniss, Darrell Glasper, Faye Williams, Albert Samuels 44:31

8h ago44:31

44:31

Former head of Plan Baton Rouge and the Mid-City Redevelopment Alliance Boo Thomas is joined by architect Rex Cabaniss to talk the latest with the Belle of Baton Rouge remodeling and the demolition of a century old building. Former metro councilman and Republican Darrell Glasper is joined by entrepreneur, civic leader, and democrat Dr. Faye William…

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Where Two Lines Meet 57:01

9h ago57:01

57:01

Since the year 2000, more than 3,500 border-crossers have met a gruesome fate throughout the Sonoran Desert of Arizona. With over 1,000-and-counting still missing, the numbers have only continued to rise as more attempt the trek each year in pursuit of a better life. This is the story of Alvaro Encisco, an immigrant who found his own version of the…

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Foster Campbell, Garey Forster, Patrick Martin 44:31

2h ago44:31

44:31

Public Service Commissioner and Democrat Foster Campbell is joined by longtime State Representative and Republican Garey Forster to discuss the presidential election including Joe Biden dropping out of the race, Vice President Kamala Harris, and the upcoming Democratic Convention. EBR School Board member Patrick Martin talks the latest with the sch…

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Jill Kidder, Mark Ballard 44:31

3h ago44:31

44:31

President & CEO of Visit Baton Rouge Jill Kidder gives insight into the impact Visit Baton Rouge plays on the positives of the Capital city. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the latest on the Republican Convention, JD Vance, Donald Trump and also Nancy Pelosi's comments on Joe Biden and the Democratic party.…

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Bernie Pinsonat, Mary Patricia Wray, Philip Manuel 44:30

4h ago44:30

44:30

Pollster Bernie Pinsonat is joined by political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray to discuss various political topics including upcoming local elections, the the final day of qualifying for the November 5th election, the latest regarding the presidential election, and Donald Trump's speech at the recent Republican National Convention. Vocalist Phillip …

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Tania Nyman, Bob Mann 44:29

8h ago44:29

44:29

Community advocate in Baton Rouge Tania Nyman discusses the latest regarding Louisiana charter schools and the search for the East Baton Rouge Parish superintendent. Retired LSU Manship Chair Bob Mann talks the latest with the presidential election including his thoughts on the presidential candidates and their parties.…

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Phil Preis, Caroline Graham, Jan Risher, Anne Arceneaux 44:30

2h ago44:30

44:30

Attorney Phil Preis is joined by his daughter and law partner Caroline Graham to give insight into the 2012 Allen Stanford Ponzi scheme. Features editor at The Advocate Jan Risher remembers longtime Baton Rouge columnist Smiley Anders amid his recent passing. Author Anne Arceneaux talks her latest work, "Pecan Chi".…

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Charlie Melançon, Suzanne Haik Terrell, Frederic Frommer 44:30

2h ago44:30

44:30

Politician and the former secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Charlie Melançon speaks on various local and national political topics including the recent attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Attorney and first Republican woman elected to statewide office in Louisiana Suzanne Haik Terrell talks the Trump administratio…

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Melissa Flournoy, Troy Hebert, Billy Tauzin 44:31

1d ago44:31

44:31

Cofounder of 10,000 Women Louisiana Melissa Flournoy is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss local and national politics including the Landry administration thus far, issues throughout our community such as climate change, and the upcoming presidential election and the parties. Former United States Representative Billy Tauzi…

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Caroline Roemer, John Rupolo, Mark Ballard 44:30

2d ago44:30

44:30

Investigative reporter John Rupolo talks the latest on the EBR Superintendent search and its candidates. Executive Director of the Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools Caroline Roemer gives her take on charter schools throughout Louisiana and also recently passed bills effecting these schools. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the De…

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Dadrius Lanus, Scott Wilfong, Dayne Sherman, Gary Robertson, Rannah Gray 44:31

3d ago44:31

44:31

President of the EBR Parish School Board Dadrius Lanus speaks on the upcoming vote regarding the new EBR Parish School System Superintendent and it's candidates. Republican Political consultant Scott Wilfong is joined by Southeastern professor and Democratic blogger Dayne Sherman to discuss state and national political topics including the Landry a…

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Adonica Duggan, Steven Mufson, Theodore Richards 44:30

4d ago44:30

44:30

Chief Executive Officer for the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Duggan talks the latest regarding the EBR School Superintendent election controversy and the candidates. The Washington Post's Steven Mufson speaks on the effects of climate change in Louisiana by referencing his latest work, "The Drowning South". Educator, writer, and philos…

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Manuel Martinez, Tyler Bridges, Lauren Smith 44:31

22d ago44:31

44:31

World-renowned tailor and men's fashion influencer Manuel Martinez gives his take on summer 2024 fashion trends and also comments on the fashion choices of some prominent people such as Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and Senator John Fetterman. Reporter for The Advocate and The The Times-Picayune Tyler Bridges talks James Carville's recent comments regar…

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Hen’s Teeth 1:15:04

1M ago1:15:04

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*This episode contains strong descriptions of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Susan Pavlak is at work hospicing the Catholic Church, and after spending her youth in the crosshairs of a sexual predator, found solace in forgiveness and truth. Pavlak describes how she reconciles her history of abuse with her continued faith in the Cathol…

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Del From Hell 1:08:21

2M ago1:08:21

1:08:21

Where do we go when we can’t make it in mainstream society? As someone who has often battled mental illness and rage, Del Hendrixson Jr. connects the dots between a violent mental breakdown and his struggle to find a sense of belonging as a child. In this episode, Del talks about a successful career in printing that would eventually turn criminal, …

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A White Noise in Your Head - Part 2 1:23:18

3M ago1:23:18

1:23:18

By the time her boyfriend became violent, Kim Dadou Brown was confident she could handle it. It was just one of those things the women in her family dealt with. It wasn’t until Kim found herself in prison that she realized how seriously the years of abuse had skewed her reality – and what little support the system offered women like her. Kims' stor…

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The Shores of Acheron 1:40:42

4M ago1:40:42

1:40:42

Forty years ago, military-backed death squads descended on Dora Rodriguez’ hometown as a civil war spiraled out of control in El Salvador. Forced to flee as a teenager and leave her family behind, Rodriguez began what she thought would be the only journey north through Mexico and into the harsh Sonoran Desert. In this episode, Dora recounts her har…

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A White Noise in Your Head - Part 1 1:08:54

4M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

By the time her boyfriend became violent, Kim Dadou Brown was confident she could handle it. It was just one of those things the women in her family dealt with. It wasn’t until Kim found herself in prison that she realized how seriously the years of abuse had skewed her reality – and what little support the system offered women like her. In Part 01…

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Across the Purple Sage 1:08:32

7M ago1:08:32

1:08:32

They say stealing cattle in Texas can get a man hung by the neck until dead. From a young age Roddy Pippin was ready to take that risk, as he and his crew would take home close to a million dollars rustling cattle over the course of 3 years. In this episode Pippin speaks of his idyllic childhood and love for the ways of the old west, the precarious…

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Lonewolf 1:04:38

7M ago1:04:38

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Death, life’s ultimate closure, often casts a long shadow over the funeral that follows. These ceremonies rarely spark protest or public outcry, but in the spring of 2013 Lonewolf Smith was thrust into a national dilemma when he and his colleagues at Graham, Putney, & Mahoney Funeral Parlors were asked to tend to the body of one of America’s most r…

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The Marble Faun - Part 2 37:27

8M ago37:27

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In part two of our episode we pick up with Jerry as he returns to New York City from Saudi Arabia. With money in his pocket he decides to indulge in a free lifestyle, immersing himself in the gay community at various bath houses and night clubs on a regular basis. After running a successful business and ultimately losing a loved one to the AIDS epi…

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The Marble Faun - Part 1 47:42

8M ago47:42

47:42

Part one of this two-part episode follows Jerry Torre – well known for his appearance in the 1975 documentary Grey Gardens. As a child he ran from his home in Brooklyn and began working as a gardener for the wealthy in East Hampton, NY. While there he stumbles upon the now-famous Grey Gardens property and begins regularly staying with the Beales, h…

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Man Divided 52:17

8M ago52:17

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At age 60, Jay Byrd lives by himself off the grid in northern Arizona where he often meditates and reads theology. However, his past tells a different story of biker clubs, violence, prison, and heroin addiction. In this episode, Jay Byrd recounts his experience with the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club and gun-toting girlfriends. Yet after escaping pe…

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But Not With Silver 45:01

8M ago45:01

45:01

Abraham Bolden was the first black Secret Service agent on the White House detail. Serving under John F. Kennedy, Bolden cracked counterfeiting cases and provided security for the President. However, the segregated 60s led Bolden from the White House to prison. In this story, EIS finds Bolden inside his Chicago home as he recounts his experiences o…

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Sesquipedalian 50:53

8M ago50:53

50:53

Charles Farrell could be labeled a number of things: pianist, writer, boxing manager, and hustler. As a teenager, Farrell lived in the streets of Boston, playing piano in mafia-owned clubs. With a love for boxing, he started gambling on high-profile matches while also managing fighters. He fixed an array of professional fights by using code-talk wi…

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La Retirada - Act III 34:12

8M ago34:12

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In the final part of La Retirada, Rocío Gómez and her family enter the United States Federal Witness Security Program. The family must create new identities, while moving from state to state. But they soon realize that fabricated identities do not change their personal history. La Retirada is a collaboration between Everything Is Stories and Love a…

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La Retirada - Act II 43:07

8M ago43:07

43:07

The story continues as Rocío Gómez divorces her husband Rodrigo, a master drug trafficker in Colombia. Rocío and her children move to Miami where she begins a relationship with a new man, Carlos, whose dangerous past with the mafia catches up with Rocío’s family La Retirada is a collaboration between Everything Is Stories and Love and Radio. Produc…

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La Retirada - Act I 33:24

8M ago33:24

33:24

In Colombia, Rocío Gómez marries into an empire of wealth and power. She is told the family operates a low-profile import/export business and finds comfort in her role as wife and mother. However, she soon learns the family business is not what it seems as Rocío becomes entangled with drugs, money, and mafioso. La Retirada is a collaboration betwee…

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These Executions 48:09

8M ago48:09

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Michelle Lyons witnessed over 270 executions carried out by the state of Texas. At age 22, Lyons started reporting for The Huntsville Item, which gave her the opportunity to see her first lethal injection. In 2001, she became the Director of Public Information for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), a spokesperson for 110 prisons acros…

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After Innocence 54:12

8M ago54:12

54:12

Convicted and sentenced to 12 years in prison for aggravated sexual assault of a child, Greg Torti has spent the the last two decades in the shadow of a system that places a high priority on banishing sex offenders even after their release. Living in rural Texas with children of his own now, Torti would be the first to tell you he agrees with the s…

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Force Begets Resistance 33:08

9M ago33:08

33:08

In the Summer of 2016, members from the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe began organizing demonstrations against the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL), an underground pipeline that would stretch over 1,300 miles. If completed, it would carry oil through North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Illinois. Many believed DAPL’s route would destroy sacred Sioux groun…

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A Line Drawn In The Rez Dirt 1:07:13

9M ago1:07:13

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For over two decades, Duane “Chili” Yazzie has been an activist for Native American rights. Of the Navajo tribe, Chili has spent his life on the reservation in Shiprock, New Mexico, following tribal traditions and questioning the relationship between Native Peoples and Anglo-Americans. As a young man, he became a member of the influential Native Am…

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Banished Veterans - Part 2 42:08

9M ago42:08

42:08

In the final part of this series, EIS visits the Deported Veterans Support House in Tijuana. Commonly known as “The Bunker” by residents, the house hosts veterans released from the military and deported out of the United States. A number of veterans tell stories of hardships in Mexico, efforts to join military branches in other countries, and retai…

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Banished Veterans - Part 1 31:46

9M ago31:46

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At age seven, Hector Barajas crossed the Mexico border into United States as an illegal citizen. His family soon settled in Compton, California, where Hector encountered crime, gang violence, and racial division. Hector escaped the lifestyle by joining the United States Army as a non-citizen, becoming a medic for the 82nd Airborne Division. But per…

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Vanished Status 37:39

9M ago37:39

37:39

After anti-war protests at Washington University in 1970, Howard Mechanic became the first person arrested and charged under the Civil Obedience Act. Claiming innocence, Mechanic jumped bail to avoid prison time. He moved out West and created a new identity. For 28 years, he lived as Gary Tredway while raising a family and starting his own business…

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Something Can't Be Everything 45:35

9M ago45:35

45:35

Robin Baker dreamed of becoming a Hollywood starlet. As a teenager in the 60s, she became a Whisky a Go Go dancer, socializing with famous actors and musicians. After meeting and marrying Jim Baker, a World War II veteran, restaurant owner, and spiritual leader in Los Angeles, Robin’s life took a different path. With her husband, she established th…

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The Accidental Outlaws 50:01

9M ago50:01

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An anonymous couple live in an undisclosed part of northern California. Spearheading the back-to-the-land hippie movement, the Husband moved to the area in the early 70s while the Wife traveled the world as part of the Peace Corps. Now, the couple’s home rests off the grid where they grow a very special garden. This garden provides a peaceful and p…

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The Long Arm of Coincidence 28:34

9M ago28:34

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Jon Gerwitz’s son was born on April 20th, 1988 and kidnapped four hours later. In this story, Gerwitz describes the peculiar circumstances of the disappearance which includes his hometown, a lifelong friend, and the many corridors of Interstate 40. Gerwitz also explains his emotions at the time which ranged from paranoia to forgiveness. 20 years la…

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Sulome 49:27

9M ago49:27

49:27

For the first seven years of her life, Sulome Anderson never met her father, journalist Terry Anderson. Three months before she was born, her father was kidnapped and imprisoned by Shiite Muslim militants in Lebanon. Through hostage videos and letters, Sulome began forming an image of a perfect parent. But after his release, she soon realized Terry…

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I Saw My Own 33:14

9M ago33:14

33:14

At age 15, novelist Vanessa Veselka ran away from home and began living life as a hitchhiker in the United States during the 1980s. From highway to highway, coast to coast, truck stop to truck stop, Veselka experienced poverty, perversion, and a showdown with a potential serial killer. She shares her story at the MacDowell Colony for Artists where …

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Always Keep the Fire Going Somewhere 49:37

10M ago49:37

49:37

B.B. St. Roman is the only staff member for the New Orleans Police Department Homeless Assistant Unit. Before helping the homeless, she traveled the world, recording sound for documentaries involving shamans, Buddhist monks, and Mother Teresa. And at one point, she became the tour manager for Dr. John, Louisiana musician and legend. Now, she works …

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Eyes Back on the Highway 32:28

10M ago32:28

32:28

Scooter Tramp Scotty is a writer who’s lived on the road for over 20 years. Traveling across North America on an old Harley Davidson, Scotty never stays in a single place more than two months. In this episode, we find Scotty in New Orleans, Louisiana and Harlingen, Texas where he talks about becoming a drifter, finding places to stay, and the lonel…

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