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In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Radiologic Technologist and Mammographer Wendi Chapman for an episode centered around Breast Cancer Awareness Month which started October 1st. Wendi, who has spent 29 years with Woman’s Hospital discusses breast cancer warning signs, screening recommendations and the risk factors associated with Breast Cancer. Wendi also describes the role of mammograms and self-exams, and Women’s Hospital’s mobile mammography Unit that brings screening and education to communities across Louisiana.   Timestamps 00:16 Breast Cancer Awareness and Early Detection 03:15 Symptoms and Signs to Watch For 05:33 Mammogram Guidelines and Self-Exams 09:17 Risk Factors and Breast Cancer Types 13:31 Breast Pain, Caffeine, and Hormones 17:27 Why Mammograms Matter 18:26 Bringing Mammograms to Rural Communities 27:39 A Mammographer’s Work and Patient Impact Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Byron Buie who contacted Louisiana Unfiltered to tell his side of the story as it relates to being arrested after a video showed his truck damaging graves in a cemetery in Ascension Parish. Timestamps 01:26 Driver Speaks Out 05:43 Family Struggles 12:21 Finding the Truth 15:00 Realizing the Damage 18:49 Apologizing to Families 22:42 Grief and Anger 24:51 Facing Cancer  Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Deon Sumer Guidry for an episode centered around Domestic Violence Awareness Month which started October 1st. Deon opens up about her experience leaving an abusive relationship, describing how the abuse escalated gradually, the difficulty of recognizing it while she was inside it, the repeated attempts, protective orders, custody issues, and support from others that helped her leave. Guidry also discusses how her experience led her to law school and her current work in family law and domestic violence law as a lawyer. She explains her advocacy work, Louisiana domestic violence laws and resources, and closes with advice to survivors and those around them to use available support and hotlines. IRIS Domestic Violence Center Local Hotline: (225) 389-3001 National Hotline: (800) 541-9706 Timestamps 02:57 Abuse's Slow Build 07:34 The Cycle of Control 13:56 Breaking the Pattern 18:25 Final Wake-Up Call 25:17 Surviving the Crisis 30:19 Graduation and Renewal 36:35 Louisiana's Domestic Violence Laws 43:26 Advice for Survivors 46:37 Hope and Hotline Help Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Janay LeJeune for an episode centered around Childhood Cancer Awareness, Janay opens up about losing her son to Jackson to leukemia at the age of 15 months old.  Timestamps 06:59 Early Symptoms and Diagnosis 19:31 Rare Leukemia Revealed 22:26 Family Prepares for Treatment 31:02 Christmas in the Hospital 39:42 Transplant Plans and Donor Match 48:27 Fever, and Setbacks 53:04 Discharge and Relapse Fear 1:02:00 ICU Crisis 1:10:02 Jackson's Legacy Lives On Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with the family of George Edward Clement Jr. also known as “Dobe”, who is the oldest organ donor on record in the State of Louisiana. They discuss who he was, and their thoughts upon leaning of his decision to donate his organs upon his death.    Timestamps 01:48 Meet “Dobe” 05:53 Honored with Medals  14:02 Learning about LOPA  29:10 Honoring wishes Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Jordan and Lisa Taylor who discuss their non-profit “Rain Will Bring Flowers” which they formed after losing their son Owen to Suicide in 2023. Timestamps 01:48 Owen’s Hidden Struggle 09:53 The Day Everything Changed 14:02 Rain Will Bring Flowers 18:56 Naming the Mission 23:01 Warning Signs and Gut Instinct 29:10 Reed’s New Perspective 35:31 Men and Mental Health 39:56 Community Initiatives Ahead Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Jeana Richards. Jeanna’s son Garrett died in April 2024 from fentanyl poisoning. She describes his life, his struggle with addiction and the progress he was making before his death. Timestamps 01:39 Garrett’s Life Before Addiction 05:33 First Signs of Drug Use 16:09 Questions 21:43 The Pattern of Abandonment 24:19 Grief After Losing Garrett 29:11 One Pill Can Kill 34:36 A Family Forever Changed Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with the family of Herman Harris, who was killed in his home in Maringouin in 2024, and the trial in Iberville Parish where three defendants were found guilty. His widow, Regina Harris, and their sons describe the emotional toll of the case, the evidence shown at trial, and their relief after the verdict. Timestamps 06:17 The Injury That Changed Everything 11:21 Trial Evidence Shocks The Widow 17:00 Remembering Herman Harris 21:46 Sons Recall Their Father 31:51 Facing The Defendants In Court 41:09 A Father’s Hidden Legacy 43:04 Dreams His Family Lost 44:07 Carrying Him Forward Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with Barry Posey, the father of 19 year old Blake Posey as they discuss his son Blake’s diagnose of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and heart failure and how the community stepped up to help make memories for the family. Timestamps 04:14 Living With Heart Failure 06:02 Saying Everything Now 11:17 Forrest Frank Concert Wish 15:14 Community Rallies Around Blake 19:58 Cars, Wheels, and Bucket Lists 26:11 Making Memories Together 29:10 Thankful for Every Day Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with residents, family members and the Mayor of Denham Springs, Gerard Landry as they share the stories of this monumental flood that affected Central, parts of East Baton Rouge, and decimated many areas in Livingston Parish Louisiana. Kiran also shares her own personal story of her experience covering “The Great Flood”, where we have been, and how far we have come in the 10 years since.  Timestamps 00:17 Flood Memories Begin 06:02 Lost in the Rising Water 23:15 Returning to Ruin 31:23 City Hall Underwater 44:57 A Mayor’s Flood Nightmare 59:35 Faith After the Flood Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with BRPD Chief T.J. Morse as he discusses the continued search efforts in the East Baton Rouge Parish Landfill to bring Ja’Derrius Minnieweather home. They talk about how a body isn't necessary at this point for a prosecution and that they're wanting to give a family some sense of closure.  They wrap up talking about the shooting at the Mall of Louisiana and recruiting is ongoing at this time for the next BRPD academy after the agency has now become the highest paid department in the state. Timestamps 08:39 Evidence Leads to Landfill 19:47 Search Operations Begin 32:28 Ongoing Commitment 3:12 How the Search Area Shrunk 40:07 Questions About the Teen Girl 45:09 Mall Shooting UpdateTags Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down with City of Hammond Police Chief Edwin Bergeron Jr as he discusses the recent crime and enforcement efforts in the city of Hammond. Chief Bergeron covers everything from recent downtown arrests, to increased patrols with support from state and federal agencies. They then discuss two officers credited with saving lives, including at a school, and the chief's recent award for chief of the year in Louisiana.   Timestamps 07:55 Downtown Arrest Crackdown 14:03 Gang Violence and Drugs 17:23 Proactive Policing Push 35:40 School Shooting Stopped 44:11 Heroism at Cinco de Mayo 46:47 Chief of the Year Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla sits down Dana Cummings, a retired lead prosecutor for the East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office, to discuss her 33-year’s as a career prosecutor. They discuss her early days in the DA’s office, starting in the non-support division before moving into criminal cases, and the long path that led her through different offices and assignments. Timestamps 05:13 Memorable Trials and DNA 16:27 Families, Verdicts, and Justice 30:10 Justice Over Money 33:29 Cases That Never Leave 37:30 Trauma Behind the Photos 46:49 Retirement and What’s Next Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla revisits the July 17, 2016 ambush in Baton Rouge, when officers responded to a report of a man with a rifle and were met with gunfire within minutes, killing three officers and later leading to the death of Deputy Nick Tullier from injuries sustained that day.  Through interviews with loved ones you will hear how the officers are remembered as sons, fathers, husbands, and friends, and how their families stay connected through voicemails, photos, tattoos, prayer, and daily routines while dealing with tragic loss.  Timestamps 03:00 Remembering the Horrific Day 08:39 Families Left Behind 17:09 Learning the News 24:27 First Shots Fired 29:10 Respect for Officers 38:22 Weddings and New Life 46:31 A Patriot Remembered Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

In this episode Kiran Chawla is joined by Attorney Franz Borghardt and UWK Reporter  Melissa Moore as they break down the indictment of Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, including the grand jury charges, the arrest warrant, and the Louisiana Supreme Court’s decision to put the case on hold.  They also review the earlier dispute over letters the AG sent about changes to the Orleans Parish criminal court clerk position, which led to allegations of malfeasance and public intimidation, as well as the concern that the case could affect future prosecutions and grand jury secrecy. Timestamps 02:23 How It All Began 08:05 The Letter Campaign 15:53 Grand Jury Secrecy 19:09 Governor Steps In 23:27 Justices Split On Stay 32:09 Pardon Plans And Conflicts 37:08 Special Prosecutor Questions 41:06 State Police Probe 51:00 Compounding A Felony 55:00 Dangerous Precedent Ahead Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Family Worship Center Church Twin Team Realty If you are looking to buy or sell your home, look no further! Call (225) 354-9761 Today! Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production: