Best Vicinity Podcasts (2026)

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Why won't locals in the vicinity visit downtown New Orleans? 10:07

43m ago10:07

10:07

Scoot asks what's stopping those in the vicinity from visiting downtown New Orleans.

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13. Season finale (Part 3): The Future of BIDs – Who Speaks for the Industry? 30:49

28d ago30:49

30:49

We end Podcast in Person with the big one: Who is the voice of the BID industry? In this thought-provoking finale, Julie and Henry tackle the question of leadership, representation, and what’s next for the UK’s BID movement. From AI and e-voting to levy fatigue and the future of governance, it’s a fast-paced, and a hopeful close to Season One. 🎯 In…

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Full Show 1/8/2026: What's going on in Minnesota? 1:49:38

1h ago1:49:38

1:49:38

On today's show, Scoot honors David Bowie on his birthday.Also, Scoot talks about the Metropolitan Crime Commission attempting to repeal the Constitutional Carry law in the French Quarter, President Trump saying he wants to put people on the moon before the end of his term, if the NFL protests were successful or not, and more. Then, Scoot takes cal…

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Hour 1: The MCC wants Constitutional Carry out of the French Quarter 39:22

1h ago39:22

39:22

This hour, Scoot talks about the Metropolitan Crime Commission attempting to repeal the Constitutional Carry law in the French Quarter. Then, Scoot takes calls from the WWL listeners about the unfortunate shooting of a woman by ICE agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Hour 2: President Trump want to return to the moon before the end of his term 36:42

1h ago36:42

36:42

This hour, Scoot continues to take calls from the WWL listeners about the unfortunate shooting of a woman by ICE agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Scoot also talks about President Trump saying he wants to put people on the moon before the end of his term.

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Hour 3: Are Gov. Landry's policies keeping people away from Louisiana? 33:30

1h ago33:30

33:30

This hour, Scoot talks about if Gov. Jeff Landry and the legislature are another reason why people are avoiding Louisiana and if the NFL protests were effective.

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Did the NFL protests work? 7:37

8h ago7:37

7:37

Scoot assesses if the NFL protests actually worked.

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The Metropolitan Crime Commission is making an effort to remove Constitutional Carry in the French Quarter 6:33

2h ago6:33

6:33

Scoot talks about the Metropolitan Crime Commission attempting to repeal the Constitutional Carry law in the French Quarter.

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BONUS: 'The streets feel like a tinderbox:' Latest on ICE shooting in Minneapolis as questions rage about official explanations 24:41

16m ago24:41

24:41

A 37 year-old old mother is dead. That part we know. But lots of questions remain about the ICE shooting of a Minneapolis woman, a U.S. citizen, on a public street in broad daylight. Here's analysis from Audacy stations around the country and on-the-ground reporting from the WCCO at the scene.

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Full Show 1/7/2026: Should I stay or should I go now? 1:39:40

35m ago1:39:40

1:39:40

Why are people leaving Louisiana? Ever given out a really good compliment that you know really landed? Minneapolis woman shot dead by ICE sends tensions sky-high; Exciting to hear the way Loomis is talking about Shough; Maybe this is the year you try that new diet

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Hour 3: Maybe this is the year you try that new diet 31:36

42m ago31:36

31:36

Right in time for your New Year's resolution, the HHS under Robert F Kennedy Jr is telling Americans to eat less processed foods and more protein - a LOT more protein

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Exciting to hear the way Loomis is talking about Shough 4:32

43m ago4:32

4:32

Mickey Loomis' comments at this morning's Saints press conference left little doubt about the bright future that lies ahead for the Black and Gold

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Hour 2: Why are people leaving Louisiana? 33:54

2h ago33:54

33:54

Louisiana continues to lead the nation in population loss year after year - what is it that is driving people away?

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Trump's actions against Greenland could undo NATO alliance 6:15

1h ago6:15

6:15

ICE is running into real problems in Minnesota, the saber-rattling against Denmark continues and much more

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BONUS: How the US takeover of Venezuela will affect gas prices, and more on the shocking capture of its leader 24:53

19m ago24:53

24:53

The U.S. now controls Venezuela, which is not something anyone had on their 2026 Bingo card. But what does it mean for us, and what's next?

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Hour 1: Ever given out a really good compliment that you know really landed? 34:09

3h ago34:09

34:09

After a friendly interaction at a doctor's office today, Scoot is bullish on people being nice to one another

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Full Show 1/6/2026: What's Stopping You From Visiting New Orleans? 1:44:32

17m ago1:44:32

1:44:32

On today's show, Scoot asks what's stopping those in the vicinity from visiting downtown New Orleans. Scoot takes a stroll to Canal St. and Bournon St. to see how much marijuana he could smell. Also, Scoot exposes his News Briefs and discusses who's in charge in Venezuela, plans to annex Greenland, and the anniversary of the Jan 6 insurrection of t…

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Hour 1 : What's your excuse for not coming to downtown New Orleans? 36:59

19m ago36:59

36:59

This hour, Scoot asks what's stopping those in the vicinity from visiting downtown New Orleans.

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Hour 2: Is New Orleans really a family-friendly tourist destination? 35:42

20m ago35:42

35:42

This hour, Scoot takes a stroll to Canal St. and Bourbon St. to see how much marijuana he could smell. Also, It's King's Day, the beginning of the Mardi Gras season!

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Hour 3: How Will History Remember the Jan 6 Insurrection of the White House 31:45

6m ago31:45

31:45

This hour, Scoot exposes his News Briefs and discusses who's in charge in Venezuela, plans to annex Greenland possibly being a distraction from the Epstein Files, and the anniversary of the Jan 6 insurrection of the White House.Also, Oreo Reese's cookies are making a return.

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Text Off: Will Jan 6 be recorded as "patriotic" or "unpatriotic"? 13:29

9m ago13:29

13:29

Scoot asks the WWL listeners if Jan 6 will be remembered as a "patriotic" or "unpatriotic" day.

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Scoot's News Briefs: We Can't Allow the Epstein Files to be Forgotten About 14:21

6m ago14:21

14:21

Scoot exposes his News Briefs and discusses who's in charge in Venezuela, plans to annex Greenland possibly being a distraction from the Epstein Files, and the anniversary of the Jan 6 insurrection of the White House.

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BONUS: Controversy flares over Minneapolis hotel that refused reservations from ICE: the latest, plus remembering Jan. 6 21:34

19m ago21:34

21:34

Today marks the fifth anniversary of Jan. 6, and here's the latest on how to occasion is being marked. Plus, an independent Hilton Hotel refused reservations from ICE in Minneapolis as agents swarm Minneapolis on the heels of a federal funding fraud tied to Somali immigrants.

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"Where's Da Weed (Smell)?" 11:15

1h ago11:15

11:15

Scoot takes a stroll to Canal St. and Bourbon St. to see how much marijuana he could smell.

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Full Show 1/5/26: So this is the New Year! Do you feel any different? 1:44:47

2d ago1:44:47

1:44:47

How do you feel about the Saints in 2026? Which Saints veterans will come back for more rebuilding? When did we starting taking off our high heels to evacuate a plane? Is military action in Venezuela meant to distract us from Epstein files? ICE is targeting NASCAR and gun-loving Americans for new careers…

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Hour 3: Love guns and NASCAR? ICE would like a word with you 35:36

8h ago35:36

35:36

New reporting shows that ICE is looking for very specific types of Americans to fill out their ranks - maybe you or someone you know fits the bill

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Hour 2: Who do you like for the 2026 Super Bowl? 35:30

9h ago35:30

35:30

Easy money is on Denver and Seattle - some WWL listeners have big feelings about that

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Is military action in Venezuela meant to distract us from Epstein files? 6:39

3d ago6:39

6:39

Maduro is in court on drug trafficking charges, which is great. But is Trump's unilateral, illegal and norm-busting law enforcement action also another way to change the conversation away from his proximity to the world's most famous child sex trafficking ring?

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Hour 1: How do you feel about the Saints in 2026? 33:36

9h ago33:36

33:36

The Saints finished 6-11, but there's lots to look forward to next year as Kellen Moore and Tyler Shough get their sea legs

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When did we starting taking off our high heels to evacuate a plane? 6:09

9h ago6:09

6:09

Have we always had to worry that our spiky shoes would puncture the inflatable slides?

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WEIRDEST NEWS OF 2025: All about animals 11:00

3d ago11:00

11:00

These are the weirdest animal stories we covered in 2025.

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Full Show 1/2/2026: Can I Get a Cheeseburger With Extra Health Risk and a Parkie, Please? 1:46:41

3d ago1:46:41

1:46:41

On today's show, Ian Hoch talks about a study that says that cheeseburgers knocks 9 minutes off your life; Then Joey DiFatta, a member of the French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission, joins to discuss the future of the "Second Line in the Sky," and Henry Young, the founder and CEO of Avari Research, shareswhy certain brand nicknames stic…

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Hour 1: What will a permanent New Year's Bourbon Street terror attack memorial consist of? 35:08

3d ago35:08

35:08

This hour, Ian Hoch talks about a study that says that cheeseburgers knock 9 minutes off your life, and the official Homeland Security Twitter (X) account posted an odd fascist-esque meme. Then, Ian speaks with Joey DiFatta, a member of the French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission, about the future of the "Second Line in the Sky."…

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Hour 2: Old Men Bicker on Social Media (Whom Just Happen To Be World Leaders) 36:52

3d ago36:52

36:52

This hour, Ian Hoch drops the 2 O'clock News Bomb; Trump trades threats with Iranian officials on the internet. Then, Ian lays out the importance and power of LIVE AM radio.

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Hour 3: MAKE "PARKIES" STICK! 34:24

3d ago34:24

34:24

This hour, Ian Hoch talks to caller Franky from Metairie about some closed primary shenangans Then, Henry Young, the founder and CEO of Avari Research, joins the show to talk about why certain brand nicknames stick.

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Who decides when a nickname sticks, the brand or the people using it? 15:35

5d ago15:35

15:35

Who actually decides when a nickname sticks, the brand or the people using it? Think about how Kleenex, Band-Aid, and Coke became everyday words… or how PBR, Jäger, and FedEx turned into shorthand without anyone asking permission. So why do some nicknames catch fire while others die on the vine? Is it repetition, authority, timing, or dumb luck? He…

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Protestors in Hong Kong, Russia, look on in envy as Trump pledges to rescue Iranians from their dictator 14:56

3d ago14:56

14:56

Ian Hoch drops the 2 O'clock News Bomb! Trump trades threats with Iranian officials on the internet.

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Talks are being had for a permanent memorial to honor the victims of the 2024 New Year's terror attack 12:54

3d ago12:54

12:54

The "Second Line in the Sky" will be hanging over Bourbon Street through January 18th, but what is coming of plans to install something more permanent? What’s the best way to honor the deceased and their families and make it special to New Orleans? Joey DiFatta, a member of the French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission, joins Ian Hoch to …

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Closed primaries really, REALLY screw independents 9:18

5d ago9:18

9:18

Frankie in Metairie shares some insight about what it's like as a No-Party candidate in a system that demands you pick a side if you want a seat at the table

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BONUS: Trump withdraws National Guard troops: the latest 21:00

4d ago21:00

21:00

Donald Trump faced down leaders of several major American cities, then backed down. Here's what's going on with the National Guard in Chicago, Portland, Los Angeles and more Plus, analysis of how mom and pop investors beat Wall Street in 2025 and how to keep it going in 2026.

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WEIRDEST NEWS OF 2025: Viral internet stories 10:30

4d ago10:30

10:30

There were the weirdest viral stories we covered in 2025.

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Full Show 12/31/2025: Forget left vs right for a minute; In 2026, do you want to live in reality or fantasy? 1:36:52

9d ago1:36:52

1:36:52

On today's show, Ian Hoch gives glowing praise for the Broadway musical "Hell's Kitchen" at the Saenger Theater; Craig Pirrong explains about what's driving the price of silver to explode this year; Debbie Bresler has the details on the NOLA New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show; Robert Lawless breaks down what’s happening to the Consumer Financial Protect…

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Hour 1: What's driving the price of silver to explode this year? 37:08

5d ago37:08

37:08

This hour, Ian Hoch gives glowing praise for the Broadway musical "Hell's Kitchen."Then, Ian speaks with Craig Pirrong, Professor of Finance & Director of the Global Energy Management Institute at the University of Houston, about what's driving the price of silver to explode this year.

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Hour 2: Will 2026 be the year MAGA sees Trump for who he really is? 34:20

5d ago34:20

34:20

This hour, Ian Hoch talks to Debbie Bresler, with the Crescent City Countdown Club, about the details on the NOLA New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show.Then, Ian drops the 2 O'clock News Bomb.

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Hour 3: What are you running out of Buc-ees with? 33:01

5d ago33:01

33:01

This hour, Ian Hoch talks about Lane Kiffin's great grocery basket heist. Then, Robert Lawless, Professor of Law & Co-Director of the Illinois Program on Law, Behavior, and Social Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, joins the show to break down what’s happening to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and what 2026 could look…

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Trump is bringing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to the brink of collapse 13:40

5d ago13:40

13:40

There is a federal agency whose only mission is to make sure that banks, credit card companies, and debt collectors don't screw over working-class Americans with fraud schemes, hidden fees, and the like, so naturally Trump, Musk, and DOGE have brought it to the brink of collapse. We'll talk about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the exi…

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"Weaponized Incompetence" is Destroying Social Security 16:16

5d ago16:16

16:16

Ian Hoch drops the 2 O'clock News Bomb!

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The 2026 NOLA New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show 8:21

5d ago8:21

8:21

Debbie Bresler, with the Crescent City Countdown Club, joins Ian Hoch to give the details on the NOLA New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show.

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China is making ominous moves that could spike the price of silver into the stratosphere 17:42

5d ago17:42

17:42

The price of silver exploded this year, owing largely to increased demand for AI and other technologies, but China is also making a move that could spike the price into the stratosphere and also cause real problems for us here in the US. Craig Pirrong, Professor of Finance & Director of the Global Energy Management Institute at the University of Ho…

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Full Show 12/30/2025: Big, BIG difference between not operational security and avoiding scrutiny 1:50:05

6d ago1:50:05

1:50:05

On today's show, Ian Hoch comes in HOT and vents his holiday travel trauma. Then Matthew in Ukraine, SOTA Ukraine Correspondent, gives the latest on the war against Russia in the deep and dark Ukrainian winter, Ian drops the "2 O'clock News Bomb" and talks about President Trump's seemingly indiscriminate bombings and Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib, Head Sl…

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