So much to cover in this weekend’s “Common Sense” radio program. This whole General Motors mess, where a number of people were killed over a faulty ignition switch that cost 70 cents, grows bigger and much worse. Was there a cover-up? And should GM, if it is proven that key employees knew of the problem...Read More

For all you readers who love Louisiana politics, I was part of a webinar recently that took a look at current intrigue in the legislature, and in the mindset of Governor Bobby Jindal.  Award winning reporter Tyler Bridges joined me along with BayouBuzz publisher Steve Sabludowsky for the analysis.  Take a look.Read More

Two long time friends from back in my political days died this week.  I began my Louisiana State Senate career by making a long association with Jefferson Parish Senator Hank Lauricella. Hank was a former Heisman Trophy runner-up at Tennessee who went on to serve more than three decades as a Louisiana state legislator.  He...Read More

Thursday, March 27th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  POLITICIANS GIVE FALSE HOPE ON FLOOD INSURANCE RATES! Louisiana’s congressional members of both parties were throwing cheers and high fives. They had done it.  They had put an end to the proposed outrageous flood insurance rates. “I’m very proud,” beamed democratic Senator Mary Landrieu.  Her challenger in the coming...Read More

Lots of high fives given by Gulf Coast Congressmen last week, particularly amongst the Louisiana Delegation. They were congratulating themselves over the new flood insurance legislation that is supposed to protect property owners in flood prone regions from getting hit with huge flood insurance rates from the federal government.  But did property owners really get...Read More

A full schedule and a lively show planned for this coming weekend on Jim Brown’s “Common Sense” so check us out. More Americans die of heart disease than any other cause. It cuts across ages and ethnic groups, killing thousands each year. Statins, designed to lower cholesterol and decrease the risk of heart disease, are...Read More

A lot of you who visit my site know that I’m a big opera fan. I have been so for many years.  And here is a treat for you.  Watch bellow 9-year-old Amira Willighagen, who blows away the judges and audience of Holland’s Got Talent by singing Puccini’s “˜O mio babbino caro’ (Oh My Beloved...Read More

Thursday, March 20th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  THE CAJUN PRINCE — HE’S BACK! It shouldn’t have surprised anyone paying attention to Louisiana politics.  Former Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards made it official this week. He will be a candidate for the U.S. Congress in the coming fall election.  The political prognosticators say the congressional district has...Read More

He’s Baaaak!  That’s right. The ole’ Gray Fox, four term Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards, has made it official.  No, at 86 going on 87, he is not moving into a retirement center.  Remember, he has a 32-year-old wife and a new one-year-old son.  He’s not slowing down a bit.  EWE is running for U.S. Congress...Read More

Radio Weekend is close at hand, and we have an informative and lively program all set for you.  Our nationally syndicated radio show is heard coast to coast, so check local listings for times and stations.  Or listen live right here on Sunday morning from 9:00 am until 11: am central time streamed live over...Read More

Take a look at this hilarious debate between Robert Redford and Will Ferrell over how to get water to the Midwest. I admire both guys as actors, and they both support a way to deal with the water crisis along the Colorado River. It’s Raise the River vs. Move the Ocean: A lot of humor...Read More

Charismatic and controversial four term Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards, who is 86 years old, announced this week that he is running for a congressional seat in the Bayou State.  Before becoming governor, he served three terms as congressman back in the 1960s.  Below is a discussion, including yours truly, about the race and the question...Read More

Thursday, March 13th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  THE PUZZLING RISE AND FALL OF BOBBY JINDAL Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal threw a hissy fit in front of the White House earlier this month. He joined other governors in having a non-partisan luncheon with the president, then walked out on the lawn and began blasting away at...Read More

So what’s up with Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal?  He sure is in the attack dog mode, and has been throwing, what should we call it, a hissy fit in his attacks on the President, establishment Republicans, and just about anyone who disagrees with him.  Is there a method to Jindal’s madness?  Maybe so as he...Read More

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Like you, I have my favorite movie stars. And guess what? I actually have photos of me with them. Take a gander at the Jim Brown rogue’s gallery. I’ll sure put in a good word for you if you want to meet any of these well-known ladies. Let me start up with Saundra Bullock below....Read More

You want to see a budding musical director. This child looks to be around two years old, but she definitely has a fee for music.  I stumbled across this video, and want to share it with my readers.  Take a look.)Read More

Thursday, March 6th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  GOVERNOR JIMMIE DAVIS BROUGHT US SUNSHINE! It could be the most recognized American song worldwide. Go to a small Asian community were little or no English is spoken.  Start humming, You Are My Sunshine.  More likely than not, the locals will join in singing the song in English. ...Read More

Can you name the song that just could be the most well known tune throughout the world?  I have heard it played and sung in many different countries.  And can you believe, it was written by a former Louisiana Governor?  That’s right-Governor Jimmie Davis.  He took office 60 years ago this week. He was a...Read More

It’s post Mardi Gras Radio Weekend, and we hope you can join us on statins coast to coast for our weekly “Common Sense” radio program. And that brings us to Lent; “Fighting bad moral habits and practicing restraint is what Lent is all about,” says author John Horvat.  More than giving up a box of...Read More

Well,  the Prez prides himself in sating in shape and leading a national effort to get the country more active and healthy.  So just what doe he do to stay fit?  You can see his workout in the video below.Read More

When you live down here in my part of the country, Mardi Gras is embedded in your way of life.  It goes on for weeks, but the big day is Fat Tuesday (March 8th this year).  Unfortunately, the weather was a real bump.  Cold and wet that kept thousands of revelers at home.  You can...Read More

Thursday, February 27th, 2014 Tampa, Florida ARE BASEBALL AND POLITICS INTERTWINED? Just what is America’s favorite pastime? Is it politics or baseball? Politics has always been a major spectator sport, particularly here in my home state of Louisiana. But don’t sell baseball short. Not only has baseball been around longer than any of America’s professional...Read More

What’s More Important?  Politics or Baseball? Spring Training time, and to many, it’s time to put all the political talk aside, and get ready for the coming baseball season.  So here’s the question?  Just what is America’s favorite pastime? Is it politics or baseball? Politics has always been a major spectator sport, particularly here in...Read More

Hey, it’s Mardi Gras weekend in the South, and we will give an update on this weekend’s “Common Sense” radio show about how these pre Lent festivities are spreading all over America.  And if you are one of the several million folks going to New Orleans Mardi Gras, where do you find a bathroom?  We...Read More

I’ll tell you what! There ain’t nothin’ like goin’ to New Orleans for the Mardi Gras. There have been parades throughout the city for several weeks, and it all comes to a head on this coming “Fat Tuesday” with a day of all day and night festivities. Our song tis week is, of course, Professor...Read More

Well if you are a die-hard baseball fan like me, this is the time of year to get excited about baseball.  Oh I know tat the regular season does not begin for another month.  But there is nothing like Spring Training, where you can get to see the players up close, and see the up...Read More

Thursday, February 20th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  WHO’S AT FAULT FOR HIGH AUTO INSURANCE RATES? When political courage wanes and politicians, often in desperation, search for a quick fix to age old problems, particularly as election times draws near, these men (and a few women) of supposed courage often seek out a scapegoat to blame....Read More

Watch out dear readers.  It’s those darn lawyers at it again.  That is, according to Louisiana insurance officials and some state legislators.  Proposals are being put forth to reign in all those “frivolous lawsuits” that involve auto accidents. And boy are the insurance companies excited.  Oh if were that simple.  Lawsuits are a small part...Read More

Hey, here comes the weekend, with a full agenda of issues to discuss on the “Common Sense” radio program.  We are heard all over the country, and live right here on this website each Sunday morning.  Our show goes live from 9:00 am until 11:00 am, but may stations carry our program at different times...Read More

We this week celebrated Presidents Day, but there is little talk about the pride and the struggles of being an American by either political party in Washington. It’s all “blame it on the other party” mentality, and you just have to wonder, how many of these Washington, out of touch, members of Congress, are really...Read More

Well, many of us watch the news for a variety of reasons.  Some like NBC, or CBS, maybe ABC; and others are diehard Fox news followers.  I switch around a good bit to get a cross section of opinions.  But I guess I can’t really blame country singer Austin Cunningham for being a die-hard Fox news guy. ...Read More

Thursday, February 13th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  APPOINTING FEDERAL JUDGES BAD IDEA! Last week’s column discussed the election of judges and the undue influence of campaign funds.  A number of responses suggested doing away with judicial elections, and following the federal path of presidential appointment.  But is the appointive process really better than electing judges? ...Read More

Last week, my weekly column took to task elected judges who take campaign contributions from lawyers who practice before them.  Some suggest appointing judges as is done in the federal system.  But is the appointive process really better than electing judges?  Do citizens get better choices and more competent jurists? From my point of view,...Read More

Hey everybody! It’s Valentine’s weekend and we are all set for a lively “Common Sense” radio program. We broadcast on Sunday mornings all over America live from 9:00 am until 11:00 am central time. But various stations carry us at various times throughout the day. So check your local listings for times and stations. So you...Read More

Daughter Campbell continues her fight to keep unqualified teachers out of New York City public schools.  It’s a cause she has embraced enthusiastically for some time.  Here she is being interviewed on Fox News New York. New York NewsRead More

Well it’s Valentine’s week,  and I’m sure you will be looking after your special “other.”  Flowers, cards, dinner, special treats.   Here’s a great Steve Carell bit from the TV series “The Office” about this special day.Read More

Thursday, February 6th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  IS LOUISIANA A JUDICIAL HELLHOLE? According to several watchdog organizations, Louisiana has one of the worst judicial climates in the country.  The state has been given the dubious title of the nation’s judicial hellhole by several neutral watchdog groups.  Campaign funds given to a judicial candidate are often...Read More

IS LOUISIANA A JUDICIAL HELLHOLE? According to several watchdog organizations, Louisiana has one of the worst judicial climates in the country.  The state has been given the dubious title of the nation’s judicial hellhole by several supposedly neutral watchdog groups.  What’s the problem?  The state elects judges, all who have to raise campaign funds.  Does...Read More

Radio program weekend is close at hand, and we have a great show planned for our listeners. Check our schedule on Friday morning for a complete listing of guests and topics.Read More

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I’m a Jay Leno fan, and sad to see that this is his last week hosting the Tonight Show on NBC. I’ve seen him do stand up on several occasions, and he is a first rate act. He will continue to do gigs on the road, so I would urge you to catch his stand...Read More

Thursday, January 30th, 2013 Baton Rouge, Louisiana JINDAL AND INDIA A MISSED OPPORTUNITY FOR LOUISIANA! Louisiana’s two-term governor and aspiring presidential candidate, Bobby Jindal, just returned from a 10-day junket to the Far East. Stops were made in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan for the expressed purpose of seeking out foreign investment in the Bayou...Read More

Governors traveling worldwide to attract new foreign investment in their respective states has become the norm all over America. And using any special advantage certainly can help. The present Ambassador to China and former Washington Governor Gary Locke used his Chinese ancestry  to bring a great deal of foreign investment to his home state. Unfortunately,...Read More

State of the Union Super Tan John Boehner – watch more funny videosRead More

We will warm op this weekend on the “Common Sense” program with another lively show.  Were you impressed with the President’s “State of the Union” speech?  I wasn’t.  We will talk about it.  Pete Seeger dies and Jay Leno retires.  We will look back.   And we’ve all heard it often enough in recent years:...Read More

Well, we don’t get a to of snow and ice down here in the deepest of the deep southern states.  But baby, it’s cold outside.  Everything (schools, government offices, restaurants, stores) are all shut down.  Unfortunately, not enough snow to build a snow man or have good snow ice cream.  But we will make due.Read More

One of my favorites, Fred Eaglesmith and his band, come to the Red Dragon Listening Room this Saturday night to perform.  I’ve been following Fred, a native Canadian, for years. He writes much of his own material and is quite a comedians.  Check out his video below.  You can find out more on the Red...Read More

Thursday, January 23rd, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana SHOULD THE FEDS MAKE LOUISIANA A PROTECTORATE? HECK YES! Roseanne Roseannadanna summed it up pretty well in trying to make sense out of the trials and tribulations of Louisiana.  “Well, it just goes to show you, it’s always something,” she said. We are hearing cries that Louisiana is...Read More

Well our Yankee friends seem to be really taking after the South in general, and particularly my home state of Louisiana.  Now I know we have a few problems, but get this language.  A columnist for CNN calls our folks “the most uneducated, morbidly obese, racist, morally indigent, xenophobic, socially stunted, and generally ass-backwards part...Read More

Common Sense Radio Schedule will be posted on Thursday.Read More

Daughter Campbell has a new piece published this week in the Wall Street Journal on teachers who are sexual predators.  She has received extensive coverage on here columns about the huge problem in New York City.  This new column points out that it has become a nationwide problem that does not seem to be aggressively...Read More

It’s great to have a professional sports franchise close to where you live.  We love cheering on the New Orleans Saints, aw do fans for other teams all across the country.  Burt how good a deal is it for taxpayers who are often called upon to underwire the cost of having a pro team?  The...Read More

Thursday, January 16th, 2014 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  Should State Government Subsidize Pro Sports? Throughout the current NFL season, I have remained a die-hard New Orleans Saints fan.  But I have also admired the Green Bay Packers.The Packers are one of the best examples of how a sports franchise should operate. They don’t go to the...Read More

Weekend radio show time is in the wind down stages and we are looking forward to a lively program. Our nationally syndicated show is heard coast to coast, and we urge you to check your local listings for times and stations. We will begin the program by discussing how sports franchises are gouging cities and...Read More

Those of you who listen to my radio program know I regularly say that is hard to find a good reason to keep any elected official in office.  Well, I finally found a candidate who offers a good reason to run.  In Tennessee, next year’s Governor’s election is heating up and my candidate is Mark...Read More

It would seem that every other major problem the nation has to deal with is secondary to what is really important.  And of course I am referring to the Duck Dynasty controversy.  Ole’ Phil Robertson, a Louisiana native, is from my neck of the woods in the Northeast part of the state, and, would you...Read More

Thursday, December 2nd, 2013 Baton Rouge, Louisiana  DUCK DYNASTY CONTROVERSY- DID WE All GET SUCKERED IN? Did the Duck Dynasty and the A&E folks see us coming or what? For weeks, America has been consumed with the saga of head Duck Phil Robertson and the pros and cons of his right to rants and raves...Read More

  Our New Year’s show kicks off 2014, an we sure hope you will join our effort to make a little “Common Sense” out of 2013 and, and hopefully, make some positive insights for 2014. We hope you read our New Year’s column on past and future thoughts, still available to read by Clicking Here....Read More

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