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Louisiana Unfiltered
Hosted by Kiran Chawla · EN
Louisiana Unfiltered is an Unfiltered with Kiran Podcast bringing you an in-depth look into our investigations and recent news stories.
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Behind the Badge: Chief T.J. Morse on Tackling Crime in Baton Rouge
Nov 21, 202400:53:00Tap to summarizeBaton Rouge Police Chief T.J. Morse sits down with “Louisiana Unfiltered” host Kiran Chawla and addresses the strides he has taken to combat crime in the capital city. Chief Morse highlights initiatives like an internal advisory board and a Youth Advisory Council to address youth violence. Morse discusses the “groups” in the area that are responsible for the majority of homicides in the city and outlines efforts to tackle the fentanyl crisis, including recently equipping officers with Narcan. He discusses the talk of a merger of sorts of the Baton Rouge Police Department and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office, not holding back on his feelings on such a step. This edition of the podcast offers a unique look into contemporary law enforcement issues and the department's commitment to reform the city of Baton Rouge.Timestamps: 03:01 Youth Advisory Council Impact07:32 Drugs and Homicide Trends13:48 Fentanyl Seizures and Officer Training19:34 Addressing Crime and Community Safety24:49 Interstate Shootings Overview31:00 Recruitment Challenges34:00 Proposed Merger of Police Departments42:14 Concerns About Department Elimination43:35 The Chief's Daily ResponsibilitiesLocal Sponsors: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Neighbors FCU is a community chartered Baton Rouge credit union that has served the community for over 60 years.For more information visit them by Clicking Here Another Chance Bail Bonds Their goal at Another Chance Bail Bonds is to reunite families and reconnect friends. They accomplish this goal by providing many services which aide in the bonding process. You can learn more by visiting them Here Jingle Jeepin Parade and Market Jingle Jeepin' Parade & Market will take place Saturday December 7, 2024. To register a booth or to register your jeep downloadable forms can be accessed HereVideo, Sound and Editing for this podcast by the podcast experts at Envision Podcast Studios in Denham Springs, LA.
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The Melanie Curtin Decision With Special Guest Woody Overton
Apr 25, 2024Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Real Life Real Crime host and Bloody Angola co-host Woody Overton joins Kiran as they discuss the case of Melanie Curtin, whose life took a drastic turn after being involved in a scandal with a high-ranking police officer, Dennis Perkins, and his wife, Cynthia Perkins.Melanie faced a life sentence following her participation in a controversial threesome with the couple, amid a backdrop of social rumors that tainted her reputation. The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a new trial for Melanie Curtin, Kiran Chawla and Woody Overton discuss why and what happens next.
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