60 acast.com The Sit Down with Russ Latino https://shows.acast.com/thesitdown en © Mississippi Authority for Educational Television d/b/a Mississippi Public Broadcasting 2024 Mississippi,Public Affairs,News,Politics,Southern Culture,Southern,South,Community MPB Think Radio The Sit Down with Russ Latino is where complex issues meet real conversations. From politics and policy to culture and community, we break down the news that shapes your world, one sit-down at a time. Russ Latino is, a thought leader and advocate, as he engages with guests across the spectrum of ideas to dig deep, ask the tough questions, and find common ground.


You can join the conversation by sending an email to TheSitDown@MPBonline.org or using the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app, which is available in your mobile device's app store.

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]]> The Sit Down with Russ Latino is where complex issues meet real conversations. From politics and policy to culture and community, we break down the news that shapes your world, one sit-down at a time. Russ Latino is, a thought leader and advocate, as he engages with guests across the spectrum of ideas to dig deep, ask the tough questions, and find common ground.


You can join the conversation by sending an email to TheSitDown@MPBonline.org or using the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app, which is available in your mobile device's app store.

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]]> false MPB Think Radio info+671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0@mg-eu.acast.com 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 thesitdown episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0/1734039331302-83d548f2-37c5-49dc-a46a-3d15912db8b3.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/thesitdown The Sit Down with Russ Latino <![CDATA[The Sit Down | MPB's "Southern Dish" with Sen. Lydia Chassaniol & Palmer Home for Children]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT 44:53 69ceef663a785fb94ba3b6c0 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 69ceef663a785fb94ba3b6c0 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-mpb-southern-dish-lydia-chassaniol-palmer-home 04-01-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with Palmer Home for Children's Senior Development Dir., Sara Williams and Statewide Senior Director of Church and Community Partnerships, Whit Lewis to discuss the organization 130 year history, and more. In the second half, Russ sits down with Sen. Lydia Chassaniol, host of MPB's newest show, Southern Dish to talk faith, food, family, and more! Southern Dish Official Trailer


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In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with Palmer Home for Children's Senior Development Dir., Sara Williams and Statewide Senior Director of Church and Community Partnerships, Whit Lewis to discuss the organization 130 year history, and more. In the second half, Russ sits down with Sen. Lydia Chassaniol, host of MPB's newest show, Southern Dish to talk faith, food, family, and more! Southern Dish Official Trailer


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]]> The Sit Down | Attorney General Lynn Fitch The Sit Down | Attorney General Lynn Fitch Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT 46:40 69cef020d2e95f513183b136 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 69cef020d2e95f513183b136 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-attorney-general-lynn-fitch 03-25-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Russ sits down with Attorney General, Lynn Fitch to discuss her role as the state's 40th & 1st female Attorney General, and more.


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Russ sits down with Attorney General, Lynn Fitch to discuss her role as the state's 40th & 1st female Attorney General, and more.


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]]> The Sit Down | John McKay, President/CEO of the Mississippi Business Alliance The Sit Down | John McKay, President/CEO of the Mississippi Business Alliance Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT 42:24 69bdb5e87878605e11a58c8d false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 69bdb5e87878605e11a58c8d 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-john-mckay-ceo-mississippi-business-alliance 03-18-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Russ sits down with John McKay, President/CEO of the Mississippi Business Alliance to discuss PBM reform legislative and regulatory changes, in addition to his work with MBA, the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, the Mississippi Economic Council, the Business and Industry Political Education Committee, and more.


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Russ sits down with John McKay, President/CEO of the Mississippi Business Alliance to discuss PBM reform legislative and regulatory changes, in addition to his work with MBA, the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, the Mississippi Economic Council, the Business and Industry Political Education Committee, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - John McKay, Mississippi Business Alliance

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]]> The Sit Down | Michael Watson, Secretary of State The Sit Down | Michael Watson, Secretary of State Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT 45:38 69b477414266c9b1c79bf3b3 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 69b477414266c9b1c79bf3b3 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-michael-watson-secretary-of-state 03-11-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Russ sits down with Secretary of State, Michael Watson to discuss what’s happening around Mississippi, related to the Office’s dedication to being both a service and information agency for the state, overseeing administrative government procedures, and more.


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Russ sits down with Secretary of State, Michael Watson to discuss what’s happening around Mississippi, related to the Office’s dedication to being both a service and information agency for the state, overseeing administrative government procedures, and more.


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | SOTU Rundown & Chef Derek Emerson's Masa Mesa]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:00:00 GMT 45:30 69a0e195519334f049b1c081 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 69a0e195519334f049b1c081 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-sotu-rundown-chef-derek-emersons-masa-mesa 02-25-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Russ runs down last night’s SOTU speech, then sits down with Chef & Restauranter, Derek Emerson, to discuss his newest restaurant, Masa Mesa, opening the first week of March, and more!  


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Russ runs down last night’s SOTU speech, then sits down with Chef & Restauranter, Derek Emerson, to discuss his newest restaurant, Masa Mesa, opening the first week of March, and more!  


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Booze Bills w/ Rep. Brent Powell, Sen. Jeremy England, Lobbyists Serena Flowers & Arnie Hederman]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:00:00 GMT 44:35 6998f1e60e5c959d595260ef false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6998f1e60e5c959d595260ef 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-booze-bills-w-rep-brent-powell-sen-jeremy-engla 02-18-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Russ sits down with State Representative Brent Powell, Senator Jeremy England, Lobbyists Serena Flowers, & Arnie Hederman, to discuss booze bills including, Sunday sales, direct ship, problems with ABC and more.


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Russ sits down with State Representative Brent Powell, Senator Jeremy England, Lobbyists Serena Flowers, & Arnie Hederman, to discuss booze bills including, Sunday sales, direct ship, problems with ABC and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Rep. Brent Powell, Senator Jeremy England & Lobbyist Serena Flowers

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Week in Review Rundown - ICE, Bad Bunny & More]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:00:00 GMT 47:46 6990cc1bb0cb4fc2fd668265 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6990cc1bb0cb4fc2fd668265 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-week-in-review-rundown-ice-bad-bunny-more 02-11-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently. Russ discusses ICE immigration, Bad Bunny at the Superbowl, Valentine's Day, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Week in Review Rundown

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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently. Russ discusses ICE immigration, Bad Bunny at the Superbowl, Valentine's Day, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Week in Review Rundown

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Medical Marijuana w/ State Rep., Lee Yancey & Christina Dent w/ End it for Good]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:00:00 GMT 44:07 6986263c5ad8bc4f7c9d7b02 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6986263c5ad8bc4f7c9d7b02 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-marijuana-lee-yancey-christina-dent-end-it-for 02-04-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Russ sits down with State Representative Lee Yancey for the first two segments, to discuss medical marijuana legislative, and more, and Christina Dent with End it for Good joins the show for the final two segments, to talk about the organization's efforts in exploring life-saving approaches to drugs and addiction, that also reduce crime and empower families.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - State Representative, Lee Yancey & Christina Dent w/ End it for Good

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Russ sits down with State Representative Lee Yancey for the first two segments, to discuss medical marijuana legislative, and more, and Christina Dent with End it for Good joins the show for the final two segments, to talk about the organization's efforts in exploring life-saving approaches to drugs and addiction, that also reduce crime and empower families.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - State Representative, Lee Yancey & Christina Dent w/ End it for Good

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]]> The Sit Down | Speaker of the House Jason White The Sit Down | Speaker of the House Jason White Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:09:50 GMT 47:20 6973f1ae35a98abf7c807b22 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6973f1ae35a98abf7c807b22 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-speaker-of-the-house-jason-white 01-21-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today, Russ sits down with House Speaker Jason White to breakdown the 2026 legislative session related to HB 2 and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Speaker of the Mississippi House, Jason White


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Today, Russ sits down with House Speaker Jason White to breakdown the 2026 legislative session related to HB 2 and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Speaker of the Mississippi House, Jason White


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Salena Zito & Whitney Lipscomb]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT 44:52 69694651ba10553fe9bac3f3 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 69694651ba10553fe9bac3f3 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-salena-zito-whitney-lipscomb 01-14-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today, Russ sits down with Salena Zito of the Washington Post & Whitney Lipscomb with Rule of Law Defense Fund.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Salena Zito & Whitney Lipscomb

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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today, Russ sits down with Salena Zito of the Washington Post & Whitney Lipscomb with Rule of Law Defense Fund.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Salena Zito & Whitney Lipscomb

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Ole Miss Playoffs & MS Legislative Preview ]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMT 49:39 696009bb028ac0c607511493 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 696009bb028ac0c607511493 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-ole-miss-playoffs-ms-legislative-preview 01-07-2026 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today, Russ provides a 2026 MS Legislative Preview with guest Rep. Daniel Sparks, plus, sports reporter Blake Levine joins the show to discuss Ole Miss's playoff run!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Mississippi Legislative Preview & Ole Miss Playoffs


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today, Russ provides a 2026 MS Legislative Preview with guest Rep. Daniel Sparks, plus, sports reporter Blake Levine joins the show to discuss Ole Miss's playoff run!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - Mississippi Legislative Preview & Ole Miss Playoffs


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Year in Review Rundown & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS]]> Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT 45:12 694b189a30165a956dda3cdb false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 694b189a30165a956dda3cdb 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-quick-classic-year-in-review-rundown-dr-courtne 12-31-2025 full Original Air Date: 12/17/2025


You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today on the show, it’s a Year in Review Rundown with Russ then he’ll sit down with Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS, to discuss the state of our state workforce development and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/17/25 - Year in Review & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Accelerate MS

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You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. Today on the show, it’s a Year in Review Rundown with Russ then he’ll sit down with Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS, to discuss the state of our state workforce development and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/17/25 - Year in Review & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Accelerate MS

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Lane Kiffin Day w/ Neal McCready (247 Sports) & Brad Logan (Ole Miss Spirit)]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT 46:13 694b18196d80a931eb47d190 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 694b18196d80a931eb47d190 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-quick-classic-lane-kiffin-day-w-neal-mccready-2 12-24-2025 full Original Air Date: 12/3/2025


You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In today's show, Russ sits down with Neal McCready of 247 Sports and Brad Logan of Ole Miss Spirit, to discuss Lane Kiffin's departure, the media frenzy surrounding it all, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/3/25 - Neal McCready, Ben Garrett, & Brad Logan

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You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations. In today's show, Russ sits down with Neal McCready of 247 Sports and Brad Logan of Ole Miss Spirit, to discuss Lane Kiffin's departure, the media frenzy surrounding it all, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/3/25 - Neal McCready, Ben Garrett, & Brad Logan

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Year in Review Rundown & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:46:57 GMT 45:12 694308b1959d6e4950952b88 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 694308b1959d6e4950952b88 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-year-rundown-dr-courtney-taylor-accelerate-ms 12-17-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today on the show, it’s a Year in Review Rundown with Russ then he’ll sit down with Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS, to discuss the state of our state workforce development and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/17/25 - Year in Review & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Accelerate MS

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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


Today on the show, it’s a Year in Review Rundown with Russ then he’ll sit down with Dr. Courtney Taylor, Director of Accelerate MS, to discuss the state of our state workforce development and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/17/25 - Year in Review & Dr. Courtney Taylor, Accelerate MS

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]]> The Sit Down | School Funding Formulas with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd The Sit Down | School Funding Formulas with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd Wed, 10 Dec 2025 22:18:03 GMT 44:18 6939f19b34867e026d5290bb false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6939f19b34867e026d5290bb 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-school-funding-formulas-with-senator-nicole-aki 12-10-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


In today's show, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd, to discuss colleges and universities funding formulas and more.  


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In today's show, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd, to discuss colleges and universities funding formulas and more.  


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/10/25 - Senator Nicole Akins Boyd


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Lane Kiffin Day w/ Neal McCready (247 Sports) & Brad Logan (Ole Miss Spirit)]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:26:43 GMT 46:13 6930ab13d6bc23eda2740be5 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6930ab13d6bc23eda2740be5 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-lane-kiffin-day-neal-mccready-brad-logan-ole-ms 12-3-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


In today's show, Russ sits down with Neal McCready of 247 Sports and Brad Logan of Ole Miss Spirit, to discuss Lane Kiffin's departure, the media frenzy surrounding it all, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/3/25 - Neal McCready, Ben Garrett, & Brad Logan

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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where complex issues meet real conversations.


In today's show, Russ sits down with Neal McCready of 247 Sports and Brad Logan of Ole Miss Spirit, to discuss Lane Kiffin's departure, the media frenzy surrounding it all, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/3/25 - Neal McCready, Ben Garrett, & Brad Logan

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Thanksgiving with Chefs Chaz Lindsay & Geno Lee]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:32:26 GMT 53:11 692747bacaf6efa703c2d076 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 692747bacaf6efa703c2d076 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-thanksgiving-with-chefs-chaz-lindsay-geno-lee 11-26-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


With Thanksgiving around the bend, today Russ sits down with top Mississippi chefs, Chaz Lindsay, owner of Pulito Osteria and Geno Lee, owner of Big Apple Inn, to talk Thanksgiving food, family and traditions surrounding the holiday.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 11/26/25 - Thanksgiving with Chefs Chaz Lindsay & Geno Lee

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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


With Thanksgiving around the bend, today Russ sits down with top Mississippi chefs, Chaz Lindsay, owner of Pulito Osteria and Geno Lee, owner of Big Apple Inn, to talk Thanksgiving food, family and traditions surrounding the holiday.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 11/26/25 - Thanksgiving with Chefs Chaz Lindsay & Geno Lee

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | State Auditor, Shad White & Blake Levine, Sports Reporter]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:22:35 GMT 45:48 691e0aeb8f2dd34e46615220 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 691e0aeb8f2dd34e46615220 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-state-auditor-shad-white-blake-levine-sports-re 11-19-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with State Auditor, Shad White, to discuss the session, the 2027 race, and more… In the second half of the show, Russ sits down with Sports Reporter, Blake Levine, to talk Lane Kiffin & Ole Miss.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 11/19/25 - Shad White, State Auditor & Blake Levine, Sports Reporter

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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with State Auditor, Shad White, to discuss the session, the 2027 race, and more… In the second half of the show, Russ sits down with Sports Reporter, Blake Levine, to talk Lane Kiffin & Ole Miss.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 11/19/25 - Shad White, State Auditor & Blake Levine, Sports Reporter

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]]> The Sit Down | Week in Review Rundown - 11/12/25 The Sit Down | Week in Review Rundown - 11/12/25 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 21:51:24 GMT 45:59 6915015cdac02c1fcf21af83 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6915015cdac02c1fcf21af83 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-week-in-review-rundown-111225 11-12-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently. Russ discusses his trip to Israel, the end of the government shutdown, state news and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 11/12/25 - Week in Review Rundown


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently. Russ discusses his trip to Israel, the end of the government shutdown, state news and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 11/12/25 - Week in Review Rundown


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]]> The Sit Down - Quick Classic | A Year In Review: Top 10 Episodes The Sit Down - Quick Classic | A Year In Review: Top 10 Episodes Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:00:41 GMT 39:38 690bc9092f5fdede3450a38e false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 690bc9092f5fdede3450a38e 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-quick-classic-a-year-in-review-top-10-episodes 11-5-2025 full Original Air Date: 10/22/2025


You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re celebrating Russ’s one-year anniversary on MPB Think Radio with a Top 10 review of the Sit Down’s most popular episodes to date and more.


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/22/25 - A Year In Review


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]]> Original Air Date: 10/22/2025


You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re celebrating Russ’s one-year anniversary on MPB Think Radio with a Top 10 review of the Sit Down’s most popular episodes to date and more.


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/22/25 - A Year In Review


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Rundown with Magnolia Tribune's Frank Corder]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 22:23:37 GMT 45:11 690293e99b0ac9b418b2c835 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 690293e99b0ac9b418b2c835 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-rundown-with-magnolia-tribunes-frank-corder 10-29-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, politics and policy, to monkeys on the loose, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently… & in the 2nd half it’s a chat with Frank Corder of the Magnolia Tribune, about Turning Point USA’s “This Is the Turning Point" tour, happening tonight at Ole Miss, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/29/25 - Week in Review Rundown


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, politics and policy, to monkeys on the loose, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently… & in the 2nd half it’s a chat with Frank Corder of the Magnolia Tribune, about Turning Point USA’s “This Is the Turning Point" tour, happening tonight at Ole Miss, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/29/25 - Week in Review Rundown


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]]> The Sit Down | A Year In Review: Top 10 Episodes The Sit Down | A Year In Review: Top 10 Episodes Wed, 22 Oct 2025 23:05:24 GMT 39:38 68f96334b61ac5dd7cbcc294 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68f96334b61ac5dd7cbcc294 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-a-year-in-review-top-10-episodes 10-22-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re celebrating Russ’s one-year anniversary on MPB Think Radio with a Top 10 review of the Sit Down’s most popular episodes to date and more.


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/22/25 - A Year In Review


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re celebrating Russ’s one-year anniversary on MPB Think Radio with a Top 10 review of the Sit Down’s most popular episodes to date and more.


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/22/25 - A Year In Review


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]]> The Sit Down | Sean Tindell, Director of Public Safety The Sit Down | Sean Tindell, Director of Public Safety Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:13:15 GMT 44:19 68f01c7bc0456d557e90168a false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68f01c7bc0456d557e90168a 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-sean-tindell-director-of-public-safety 10-15-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half of the show, it’s a rundown of the most recent state and national hot topics, and in the 2nd half, it’s a discussion with Mississippi’s Commissioner of Public Service, Sean Tindell, about the current state of public safety and more. 


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/15/25 - Sean Tindell, Director of Public Safety


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half of the show, it’s a rundown of the most recent state and national hot topics, and in the 2nd half, it’s a discussion with Mississippi’s Commissioner of Public Service, Sean Tindell, about the current state of public safety and more. 


Join the conversation by sending an email to: thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/15/25 - Sean Tindell, Director of Public Safety


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Aaron Rice, CEO of American Dream Legal & Senator Jeremy England]]> Wed, 08 Oct 2025 21:14:45 GMT 44:56 68e6d44653a5e2858f79dcb2 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68e6d44653a5e2858f79dcb2 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-aaron-rice-american-dream-legal-senator-jeremy 10-08-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half of the show, Russ sits down with Aaron Rice, Founder & CEO of American Dream Legal, to discuss the new MS bases public interest law firm, & in the 2nd half, it’s a sit down with Senator Jeremey England, to talk the most recent delegation to Israel, and more.

Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/8/25 - Aaron Rice, American Dream Legal & Senator Jeremy England


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. In the 1st half of the show, Russ sits down with Aaron Rice, Founder & CEO of American Dream Legal, to discuss the new MS bases public interest law firm, & in the 2nd half, it’s a sit down with Senator Jeremey England, to talk the most recent delegation to Israel, and more.

Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/8/25 - Aaron Rice, American Dream Legal & Senator Jeremy England


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | MS Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson & MSDH Officer Dr. Daniel Edney]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 21:17:06 GMT 50:11 68dd9a5246a2532cddf5e120 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68dd9a5246a2532cddf5e120 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-ms-ag-commissioner-andy-gipson-msdh-officer-dr 10-01-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson to dig into the 166th Annual MS State Fair, the Great American Fair Competition & America250, before a final sit down with MSDH Health Officer, Dr. Daniel Edney to discuss vaccines, Tylenol, autism and much more! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/1/25 - Andy Gipson & Dr. Daniel Edney


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson to dig into the 166th Annual MS State Fair, the Great American Fair Competition & America250, before a final sit down with MSDH Health Officer, Dr. Daniel Edney to discuss vaccines, Tylenol, autism and much more! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 10/1/25 - Andy Gipson & Dr. Daniel Edney


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Jere Nash "Reconstruction in Mississippi: 1892 - 1877"]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:31:43 GMT 43:57 68d4552f826776877c1a07fa false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68d4552f826776877c1a07fa 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-jere-nash-reconstruction-in-mississippi-1892-18 09-24-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with author & former political consultant, Jere Nash, to discuss his most recent release, "Reconstruction in Mississippi, 1862 - 1877," in addition to his long-standing career, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/24/25 - Jere Nash


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with author & former political consultant, Jere Nash, to discuss his most recent release, "Reconstruction in Mississippi, 1862 - 1877," in addition to his long-standing career, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/24/25 - Jere Nash


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]]> The Sit Down | Week-in-Review Rundown with Kimberly Ross The Sit Down | Week-in-Review Rundown with Kimberly Ross Wed, 17 Sep 2025 21:30:05 GMT 47:49 68cb285ddc62f0e1d6482c32 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68cb285ddc62f0e1d6482c32 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-week-in-review-rundown-with-kimberly-ross 09-17-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Kimberly Ross, Columnist with the Washington Examiner for a full rundown of recent national news including Charlie Kirk and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/17/25 - Week in Review Rundown with Kimberly Ross


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Kimberly Ross, Columnist with the Washington Examiner for a full rundown of recent national news including Charlie Kirk and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/17/25 - Week in Review Rundown with Kimberly Ross


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]]> The Sit Down | Ellen Daniels of the Mississippi Book Festival The Sit Down | Ellen Daniels of the Mississippi Book Festival Wed, 10 Sep 2025 22:03:27 GMT 47:03 68c1f5af05de5daa22b78a50 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68c1f5af05de5daa22b78a50 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-ellen-daniels-of-the-mississippi-book-festival 09-10-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with MS Book Festival Executive Director and Rolling Fork Native, Ellen Daniels to talk Mississippi Book Festival 2025, in addition to her respective work and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/10/25 - Ellen Daniels of the Mississippi Book Festival


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with MS Book Festival Executive Director and Rolling Fork Native, Ellen Daniels to talk Mississippi Book Festival 2025, in addition to her respective work and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/10/25 - Ellen Daniels of the Mississippi Book Festival


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]]> The Sit Down | House Representative, Jansen Owen The Sit Down | House Representative, Jansen Owen Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:02:05 GMT 43:56 68b8baddac09b9f650ca9157 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68b8baddac09b9f650ca9157 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-house-representative-jansen-owen 09-03-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Mississippi House Representative, Jansen Owen, representing District 106, to talk the House's education push, in addition to his respective work, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/3/25 - Representative Jansen Owen


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Mississippi House Representative, Jansen Owen, representing District 106, to talk the House's education push, in addition to his respective work, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 9/3/25 - Representative Jansen Owen


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]]> The Sit Down | Hurricane Katrina @ 20 with Former Governor Haley Barbour The Sit Down | Hurricane Katrina @ 20 with Former Governor Haley Barbour Wed, 27 Aug 2025 20:33:46 GMT 50:49 68af6bab352b565deb7efca3 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68af6bab352b565deb7efca3 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-hurricane-katrina-20-governor-haley-barbour 08-27-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi Governor, Haley Barbour to discuss Hurricane Katrina at 20 and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 8/27/25 - Former Mississippi Governor, Haley Barbour


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi Governor, Haley Barbour to discuss Hurricane Katrina at 20 and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 8/27/25 - Former Mississippi Governor, Haley Barbour


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]]> The Sit Down | Former Governor Phil Bryant The Sit Down | Former Governor Phil Bryant Wed, 13 Aug 2025 18:56:21 GMT 46:03 689cdfd5290bdec8f9d6f068 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 689cdfd5290bdec8f9d6f068 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-former-governor-phil-bryant 08-13-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi Governor & Senior Advisor at AFPI (America First Policy Institute), Phil Bryant, as he joins the show to talk all things Mississippi, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 8/13/25 - Former Mississippi Governor, Phil Bryant


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi Governor & Senior Advisor at AFPI (America First Policy Institute), Phil Bryant, as he joins the show to talk all things Mississippi, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 8/13/25 - Former Mississippi Governor, Phil Bryant


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]]> The Sit Down | Philip Gunn The Sit Down | Philip Gunn Wed, 06 Aug 2025 21:25:20 GMT 42:47 6893c840b84a51f51240bbda false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6893c840b84a51f51240bbda 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-philip-gunn 08-06-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi State Representative & House Speaker, Philip Gunn, to talk all things Mississippi, and more! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 8/6/25 - Former Mississippi Speaker of the House, Philip Gunn


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with former Mississippi State Representative & House Speaker, Philip Gunn, to talk all things Mississippi, and more! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 8/6/25 - Former Mississippi Speaker of the House, Philip Gunn


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]]> The Sit Down | Kimberly Ross, Washington Examiner Columnist The Sit Down | Kimberly Ross, Washington Examiner Columnist Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:26:42 GMT 43:23 688a63e2be8bca0ca2aec9de false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 688a63e2be8bca0ca2aec9de 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-kimberly-ross-washington-examiner-columnist 07-30-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Kimberly Ross, Columnist with the Washington Examiner for a full rundown of recent national news including Sidney Sweeney's jeans, the Epstein files, and more! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/30/25 - Kimberly Ross, Washington Examiner


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Kimberly Ross, Columnist with the Washington Examiner for a full rundown of recent national news including Sidney Sweeney's jeans, the Epstein files, and more! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/30/25 - Kimberly Ross, Washington Examiner


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]]> The Sit Down | Dr. Darden North The Sit Down | Dr. Darden North Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:03:37 GMT 43:40 688115e9498abee4162a1bae false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 688115e9498abee4162a1bae 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-dr-darden-north 07-23-2025 full You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Dr. and Author, Darden North, to discuss his most recent release, "ROOFTOP," in addition to his long-standing work as an author, doctor, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/23/25 - Darden North, Author


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]]> You've found The Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, Russ sits down with Dr. and Author, Darden North, to discuss his most recent release, "ROOFTOP," in addition to his long-standing work as an author, doctor, and more!


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org. Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/23/25 - Darden North, Author


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]]> The Sit Down | Chef Derek Emerson The Sit Down | Chef Derek Emerson Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT 42:19 68768be679bf5320296a1deb false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio 68768be679bf5320296a1deb 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-chef-derek-emerson-walkers-drive-in 07-16-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Chef & Restauranter, Derek Emerson to discuss Walker's Drive-In, CAET, his newest business ventures, talk food, and more!  


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/16/25 Chef Derek Emerson & Walker's Drive-In


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Chef & Restauranter, Derek Emerson to discuss Walker's Drive-In, CAET, his newest business ventures, talk food, and more!  


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/16/25 Chef Derek Emerson & Walker's Drive-In


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]]> The Sit Down | House Speaker, Jason White The Sit Down | House Speaker, Jason White Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:08:09 GMT 46:52 686ebe19fe25e4b1db69f22f false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 686ebe19fe25e4b1db69f22f 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-house-speaker-jason-white 07-09-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with House Speaker, Jason White to preview and breakdown the 2026 legislative agenda, and more!  


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/9/25 Speaker of the Mississippi House, Jason White

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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with House Speaker, Jason White to preview and breakdown the 2026 legislative agenda, and more!  


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/9/25 Speaker of the Mississippi House, Jason White

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]]> The Sit Down | Week In Review Rundown The Sit Down | Week In Review Rundown Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:27:38 GMT 42:55 68657a1aaf58ad3de74fcb20 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68657a1aaf58ad3de74fcb20 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-week-in-review-rundown 07-02-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/2/25 Week in Review Rundown


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down for a week, in review! From national to local, from politics and policy, to culture and community, he’ll break down the news that shaped your world recently.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 7/2/25 Week in Review Rundown


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]]> The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Juan Williams, FOX News The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Juan Williams, FOX News Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:42:01 GMT 47:26 685c26d94a2d8b8b510d9d5e false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 685c26d94a2d8b8b510d9d5e 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-quick-classic-juan-williams-fox-news 06-25-2025 full Original Air Date: 6/4/2025


You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Emmy Award winning journalist, author, and longtime Fox News Political Analyst, Juan Williams! They’ll discuss the current state of news, his latest book, “New Prize for These Eyes,” and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 6/4/25 Juan Williams

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]]> Original Air Date: 6/4/2025


You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Emmy Award winning journalist, author, and longtime Fox News Political Analyst, Juan Williams! They’ll discuss the current state of news, his latest book, “New Prize for These Eyes,” and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 6/4/25 Juan Williams

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | André de Gruy & Pam Metzger]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 20:49:48 GMT 43:26 6853266c259ce49e3e98e371 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6853266c259ce49e3e98e371 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-andre-de-gruy-pam-metzger 06-18-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with MS State Public Defender, André de Gruy, & Pam Metzger, Executive Director of the Deason Criminal Justice Reform Center at SMU Dedman School of Law, to discuss current public defender legislation, in addition to their work, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 6/18/25 André de Gruy & Pam Metzger

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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with MS State Public Defender, André de Gruy, & Pam Metzger, Executive Director of the Deason Criminal Justice Reform Center at SMU Dedman School of Law, to discuss current public defender legislation, in addition to their work, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 6/18/25 André de Gruy & Pam Metzger

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down - Classic | Steve Holland & Netflix's The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2025 15:00:00 GMT 48:35 68486e9f680b3bd5047b4617 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68486e9f680b3bd5047b4617 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-classic-steve-holland-netflixs-the-kings-of-tup 06-11-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re sitting down with former state representative, Steve Holland to discuss Netflix's newest documentary, The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga, premiering December 11th, in addition to his feature in the film and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/10/2024 - Steve Holland


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re sitting down with former state representative, Steve Holland to discuss Netflix's newest documentary, The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga, premiering December 11th, in addition to his feature in the film and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 12/10/2024 - Steve Holland


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]]> The Sit Down | Juan Williams, FOX News The Sit Down | Juan Williams, FOX News Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:25:37 GMT 47:26 6840c7e17a7872669a6faaaf false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6840c7e17a7872669a6faaaf 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-juan-williams-fox-news 06-04-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Emmy Award winning journalist, author, and longtime Fox News Political Analyst, Juan Williams! They’ll discuss the current state of news, his latest book, “New Prize for These Eyes,” and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 6/3/25 Juan Williams

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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Emmy Award winning journalist, author, and longtime Fox News Political Analyst, Juan Williams! They’ll discuss the current state of news, his latest book, “New Prize for These Eyes,” and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 6/3/25 Juan Williams

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Grant Callen & Rebekah Staples]]> Wed, 28 May 2025 18:41:43 GMT 46:09 683758e7998551779fbba7af false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 683758e7998551779fbba7af 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-grant-callen-rebekah-staples 05-28-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Will the state pass the more than $7 billion 2026 budget before the special session ends this Friday, and before the start of the fiscal year on July 1st? Russ sits down with Grant Callen (Founder, Empower MS) & Rebekah Staples (Founder, Free State Strategies), to discuss that, and more. 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/28/25 Grant Callen & Rebekah Staples


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Will the state pass the more than $7 billion 2026 budget before the special session ends this Friday, and before the start of the fiscal year on July 1st? Russ sits down with Grant Callen (Founder, Empower MS) & Rebekah Staples (Founder, Free State Strategies), to discuss that, and more. 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/28/25 Grant Callen & Rebekah Staples


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Rep. Donnie Scoggin & Sen. Nicole Akins Boyd]]> Wed, 21 May 2025 17:39:34 GMT 43:20 682e0fd6f1e6dabeea4a1c13 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 682e0fd6f1e6dabeea4a1c13 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-rep-donnie-scoggin-sen-nicole-akins-boyd 05-21-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd & District 89 Representative, Donnie Scoggin, to discuss the IHL process for hiring and accountability of university leadership, in wake of the recent resignation of the current Jackson State President, in addition to their respective work and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/21/25 Representative Donnie Scoggin and Senator Nicole Boyd

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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd & District 89 Representative, Donnie Scoggin, to discuss the IHL process for hiring and accountability of university leadership, in wake of the recent resignation of the current Jackson State President, in addition to their respective work and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/21/25 Representative Donnie Scoggin and Senator Nicole Boyd

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]]> The Sit Down | Stephen Hayes, The Dispatch/MSNBC The Sit Down | Stephen Hayes, The Dispatch/MSNBC Wed, 14 May 2025 20:53:26 GMT 46:55 682502c6571d171f04a921ef false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 682502c6571d171f04a921ef 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-stephen-hayes-the-dispatch-msnbc 05-14-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Do people trust the media? Are we living in a post truth world? Do Democrats have a message or is the political battle of our time a fight between factions within the Republican party? One-hundred days into President Trump's second term with lots of activity from the White House, tariffs, immigration, foreign policy, drug pricing, and more. In with Russ today to help make sense of it all is veteran writer, commentator, author of three books on the Bush era's foreign policy, former Fox News contributor, editor of the Weekly Standard, now turned co-founder of The Dispatch and MSNBC contributor, Steve Hayes.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/14/25 Stephen Hayes, The Dispatch/MSNBC

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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Do people trust the media? Are we living in a post truth world? Do Democrats have a message or is the political battle of our time a fight between factions within the Republican party? One-hundred days into President Trump's second term with lots of activity from the White House, tariffs, immigration, foreign policy, drug pricing, and more. In with Russ today to help make sense of it all is veteran writer, commentator, author of three books on the Bush era's foreign policy, former Fox News contributor, editor of the Weekly Standard, now turned co-founder of The Dispatch and MSNBC contributor, Steve Hayes.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/14/25 Stephen Hayes, The Dispatch/MSNBC

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]]> The Sit Down | Senate District 5 Rep. Daniel Sparks The Sit Down | Senate District 5 Rep. Daniel Sparks Wed, 07 May 2025 19:28:58 GMT 44:05 681bb47a8b1f3232bcda1666 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 681bb47a8b1f3232bcda1666 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-senate-district-5-rep-daniel-sparks 05-07-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Senate District 5 Representative and Chairman of the Senate Economic & Workforce Development Committee, Daniel Sparks, to discuss pressing state news, in addition to his work in the Senate and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/7/25 Senate Dist. 5 Rep., Daniel Sparks

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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Senate District 5 Representative and Chairman of the Senate Economic & Workforce Development Committee, Daniel Sparks, to discuss pressing state news, in addition to his work in the Senate and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 5/7/25 Senate Dist. 5 Rep., Daniel Sparks

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]]> The Sit Down | Ripped from the Headlines The Sit Down | Ripped from the Headlines Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:39:22 GMT 43:07 68128a7af7d552efdc5c272f false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68128a7af7d552efdc5c272f 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-ripped-from-the-headlines 04-30-2025 full You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re diving into the headlines shaping the state and we’ll try to cut through the noise with facts, insight, and a little fire, ripped straight from the headlines including, Jackson's water fight, former Governor Phil Bryant's FEMA appointment, automakers reprieve from tariffs, the war in India, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 4/30/25 Ripped from the Headlines

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]]> You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re diving into the headlines shaping the state and we’ll try to cut through the noise with facts, insight, and a little fire, ripped straight from the headlines including, Jackson's water fight, former Governor Phil Bryant's FEMA appointment, automakers reprieve from tariffs, the war in India, and more.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 4/30/25 Ripped from the Headlines

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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Shower Power & Senator John Horhn]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:08:00 GMT 42:42 68092c8062faec0e0ad0509f false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 68092c8062faec0e0ad0509f 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-shower-power-senator-john-horhn 04-23-2025 full You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re recognizing Volunteer Appreciation Week at MPB! For the first half of the show, Russ sits down with Shower Power Founder, Teresa Rekenberger to discuss the organization and their dedication to fostering a culture of volunteerism, and in the second half, Russ has an exclusive sit down with City of Jackson Democratic Mayoral Candidate, Senator John Horhn! 


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: The Sit Down with Russ Latino - 4/23/25 Shower Power & Democratic Mayoral Nominee, Sen. John Horhn


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]]> You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re recognizing Volunteer Appreciation Week at MPB! For the first half of the show, Russ sits down with Shower Power Founder, Teresa Rekenberger to discuss the organization and their dedication to fostering a culture of volunteerism, and in the second half, Russ has an exclusive sit down with City of Jackson Democratic Mayoral Candidate, Senator John Horhn! 


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]]> The Sit Down | Senator Nicole Akins Boyd The Sit Down | Senator Nicole Akins Boyd Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:21:42 GMT 42:19 67ffd9162bfb8508d6f58073 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67ffd9162bfb8508d6f58073 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-senator-nicole-akins-boyd 04-16-2025 full You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd, to discuss state news surrounding child welfare funds, in addition to her work in the Senate and more! 


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Today, Russ sits down with Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd, to discuss state news surrounding child welfare funds, in addition to her work in the Senate and more! 


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Tariff Talk with John McKay & Mike McCormick]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:30:59 GMT 46:56 67f6e713db6dca4dc28e39e8 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67f6e713db6dca4dc28e39e8 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-tariff-talk-with-john-mckay-mike-mccormick 04-09-2025 full You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with John McKay, President & CEO of the Mississippi Manufacturers Association and Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation President, Mike McCormick, to discuss tariffs, tariffs and more tariffs, and much more! 


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Today, Russ sits down with John McKay, President & CEO of the Mississippi Manufacturers Association and Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation President, Mike McCormick, to discuss tariffs, tariffs and more tariffs, and much more! 


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Legislature, Municipal Elections, & National Liberation Day]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2025 19:54:05 GMT 35:47 67ed95dd9524713132d379cf false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67ed95dd9524713132d379cf 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 sit-down-legislature-municipal-elections-national-liberation 04-02-2025 full You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ gets straight to the facts related to the MS Legislature, local Municipal Elections, National Liberation Day, MLB, and much more! 


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]]> You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ gets straight to the facts related to the MS Legislature, local Municipal Elections, National Liberation Day, MLB, and much more! 


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]]> The Sit Down | Senator Jeremy England The Sit Down | Senator Jeremy England Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:08:40 GMT 42:43 67e45ec8d6912226b5c4ee87 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67e45ec8d6912226b5c4ee87 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-senator-jeremy-england 03-26-2025 full You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Senator Jeremey England, to discuss Pharmacy Benefit Managers, mobile sports betting, taxes, the Gulf Coast, and more.  


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]]> You've found the award-winning Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas, and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Senator Jeremey England, to discuss Pharmacy Benefit Managers, mobile sports betting, taxes, the Gulf Coast, and more.  


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | 2025 Walthall County Tornadoes: Aftermath & Recovery]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:58:50 GMT 43:51 67daf7ca13f133b29d6bd9ed false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67daf7ca13f133b29d6bd9ed 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-2025-walthall-county-tornadoes-aftermath-recove 03-19-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Walthall County Assistant D.A., Timothy Jones to discuss the county’s current and ongoing relief and recovery efforts related to Saturday's storm damage, we’ll look into disaster relief organizations and shelters aiding in recovery and more.


Federal Assistance:

  • FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency):
  • You can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by phone at 1-800-621-3362, or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).
  • SBA (Small Business Administration):
  • You can apply for an SBA loan at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov.
  • Contact SBA at 800-659-2955 or visit www.sba.gov/disaster.

State and Local Resources:

  • Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA): 
  • You can find county emergency management contacts on their website: www.msema.org.
  • Mississippi Department of Employment Security:
  • Contact them at 888-844-3577 or 601-855-3133.
  • Mississippi Department of Human Services: 
  • Contact them at 800-948-3050 for SNAP support or 800-299-6905 for SNAP fraud.
  • 2-1-1 Mississippi: 
  • Contact them at 211.
  • Mississippi Major Disaster Relief Fund:

Non-Profit Organizations:

  • American Red Cross:
  • Contact them at (601) 353-5442.
  • Salvation Army: 
  • Contact them at (601) 982-4881.
  • Samaritan's Purse: 
  • Contact them at 828-588-4663 or email adixon@samaritan.org.


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, Russ sits down with Walthall County Assistant D.A., Timothy Jones to discuss the county’s current and ongoing relief and recovery efforts related to Saturday's storm damage, we’ll look into disaster relief organizations and shelters aiding in recovery and more.


Federal Assistance:

  • FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency):
  • You can apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by phone at 1-800-621-3362, or in person at a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC).
  • SBA (Small Business Administration):
  • You can apply for an SBA loan at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov.
  • Contact SBA at 800-659-2955 or visit www.sba.gov/disaster.

State and Local Resources:

  • Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA): 
  • You can find county emergency management contacts on their website: www.msema.org.
  • Mississippi Department of Employment Security:
  • Contact them at 888-844-3577 or 601-855-3133.
  • Mississippi Department of Human Services: 
  • Contact them at 800-948-3050 for SNAP support or 800-299-6905 for SNAP fraud.
  • 2-1-1 Mississippi: 
  • Contact them at 211.
  • Mississippi Major Disaster Relief Fund:

Non-Profit Organizations:

  • American Red Cross:
  • Contact them at (601) 353-5442.
  • Salvation Army: 
  • Contact them at (601) 982-4881.
  • Samaritan's Purse: 
  • Contact them at 828-588-4663 or email adixon@samaritan.org.


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]]> The Sit Down | Speaker Jason White The Sit Down | Speaker Jason White Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:03:02 GMT 44:50 67d1da66fa7cec3676c88eb9 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67d1da66fa7cec3676c88eb9 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-speaker-jason-white 03-12-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re sitting down with Speaker, Jason White… We’ll discuss taxes, education, bill deadlines, and the current outlook for this year's session and more! 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re sitting down with Speaker, Jason White… We’ll discuss taxes, education, bill deadlines, and the current outlook for this year's session and more! 


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]]> The Sit Down | Rundown: Presidential Address to Congress The Sit Down | Rundown: Presidential Address to Congress Wed, 05 Mar 2025 22:47:38 GMT 43:24 67c8d48aece4993ac7448999 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67c8d48aece4993ac7448999 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-rundown-presidential-address-to-congress 03-05-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re digging into last night’s Presidential Address to Congress… we’ll discuss it all and much more!


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re digging into last night’s Presidential Address to Congress… we’ll discuss it all and much more!


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]]> The Sit Down | Othor Cain The Sit Down | Othor Cain Wed, 26 Feb 2025 23:12:49 GMT 44:45 67bf9ff164dd9075375f2677 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67bf9ff164dd9075375f2677 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-othor-cain 02-26-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re sitting down with Digital Creator & Political Analyst, Othor Cain to discuss the current outlook for this year's Jackson Mayoral Race and more! 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, we’re sitting down with Digital Creator & Political Analyst, Othor Cain to discuss the current outlook for this year's Jackson Mayoral Race and more! 


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]]> The Sit Down | Congressman Michael Guest The Sit Down | Congressman Michael Guest Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:37:54 GMT 46:20 67b64f32d7f65bb045225587 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67b64f32d7f65bb045225587 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-congressman-michael-guest 02-19-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, is a sit down with Congressman Michael Guest! We'll discuss the world in politics going in right now in D.C. A lot of fast movement, conversations around inflation, Russia, Ukraine, DOGE, cutting spending, tax cutting, and jobs act. Lot's of moving pieces and we'll cover all of the latter with Congressman Michael Guest.


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future.


Today, is a sit down with Congressman Michael Guest! We'll discuss the world in politics going in right now in D.C. A lot of fast movement, conversations around inflation, Russia, Ukraine, DOGE, cutting spending, tax cutting, and jobs act. Lot's of moving pieces and we'll cover all of the latter with Congressman Michael Guest.


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]]> The Sit Down | State Representative Josh Harkins The Sit Down | State Representative Josh Harkins Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:16:53 GMT 44:54 67ad0fc5b468a1d76f2606f4 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67ad0fc5b468a1d76f2606f4 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-state-representative-josh-harkins 02-12-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, we’re sitting down with State Representative, Josh Harkins. We’ll to discuss the senate outlook for 2025, including District 20, and more! 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, we’re sitting down with State Representative, Josh Harkins. We’ll to discuss the senate outlook for 2025, including District 20, and more! 


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]]> The Sit Down | Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson The Sit Down | Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:00:00 GMT 45:34 67a525169c6f7f7f289ede35 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 67a525169c6f7f7f289ede35 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-commissioner-of-agriculture-and-commerce-andy-g 02-05-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, we’re sitting down with the Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson… We’ll dig into our state’s agriculture and commerce outlook for 2025, this year's 60th Annual Dixie Livestock Show & Rodeo, and much more!


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, we’re sitting down with the Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, Andy Gipson… We’ll dig into our state’s agriculture and commerce outlook for 2025, this year's 60th Annual Dixie Livestock Show & Rodeo, and much more!


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Controversy @ the Capitol: School Choice, Shipping Wine & More]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:13:52 GMT 48:17 679a8c0165f7409510563260 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 679a8c0165f7409510563260 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-controversy-the-capitol-school-choice-shipping- 01-29-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, we discuss Controversy at the Capitol, school choice, shipping wine, and more, as we sit down with Americans for Prosperity State Director, Starla Brown and State Representative, Brent Powell. 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, we discuss Controversy at the Capitol, school choice, shipping wine, and more, as we sit down with Americans for Prosperity State Director, Starla Brown and State Representative, Brent Powell. 


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]]> The Sit Down | New Year, New Politics The Sit Down | New Year, New Politics Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:57:18 GMT 52:28 6791317e1ab6c8a3679f3839 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6791317e1ab6c8a3679f3839 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-new-year-new-politics 01-22-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Busy week in the state and beyond, we had an inauguration this week, we celebrated the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., frigid temperatures gripping Mississippi, white stuff falling from the sky including odd coastal effect snow, and we're going to get into some of the big issues that the legislature will focus on in the coming session including taxes, education, state retirement and redistricting that will bring elections to the state early.


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Busy week in the state and beyond, we had an inauguration this week, we celebrated the life and times of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., frigid temperatures gripping Mississippi, white stuff falling from the sky including odd coastal effect snow, and we're going to get into some of the big issues that the legislature will focus on in the coming session including taxes, education, state retirement and redistricting that will bring elections to the state early.


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]]> The Sit Down | State Representative Trey Lamar The Sit Down | State Representative Trey Lamar Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:05:14 GMT 40:21 6788230a339cdeb44cf7296c false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6788230a339cdeb44cf7296c 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-state-representative-trey-lamar 01-15-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, is a sit down with Mississippi's 8th House district Representative, Trey Lamar! Hailing from Senatobia, a graduate of the University of Mississippi, and the Mississippi College School of Law, he joins the show to discuss the possible elimination of the state income tax, and much more! 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today, is a sit down with Mississippi's 8th House district Representative, Trey Lamar! Hailing from Senatobia, a graduate of the University of Mississippi, and the Mississippi College School of Law, he joins the show to discuss the possible elimination of the state income tax, and much more! 


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]]> The Sit Down | MDOT Executive Director Brad White The Sit Down | MDOT Executive Director Brad White Wed, 08 Jan 2025 22:17:25 GMT 44:26 677ef9769c8e2047f5f8ff15 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 677ef9769c8e2047f5f8ff15 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-mdot-executive-director-brad-white 01-08-2025 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. For our first livestream of the new year, we’re sitting down with MDOT Executive Director, Brad White! A native of Simpson County, a resident of Madison, and a four-time Chief of Staff, he’s here to chat about maintaining a safe and cost-efficient transportation network in the state this year and much more! 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. For our first livestream of the new year, we’re sitting down with MDOT Executive Director, Brad White! A native of Simpson County, a resident of Madison, and a four-time Chief of Staff, he’s here to chat about maintaining a safe and cost-efficient transportation network in the state this year and much more! 


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]]> The Sit Down | Secretary of State Michael Watson The Sit Down | Secretary of State Michael Watson Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:34:41 GMT 45:17 676331e1d9cd65ec1ecd3df4 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 676331e1d9cd65ec1ecd3df4 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-secretary-of-state-michael-watson 12-18-2024 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re sitting down with Secretary of State, Michael Watson to discuss what’s happening around Mississippi, related to the Office’s dedication to being both a service and information agency for the state, overseeing administrative government procedures, and more! 


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re sitting down with Secretary of State, Michael Watson to discuss what’s happening around Mississippi, related to the Office’s dedication to being both a service and information agency for the state, overseeing administrative government procedures, and more! 


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Steve Holland & Netflix's The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:53:36 GMT 48:35 675a09e05bd86092522734b5 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 675a09e05bd86092522734b5 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-steve-holland-netflixs-the-kings-of-tupelo-a-so 12-11-2024 full You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re sitting down with former state representative, Steve Holland to discuss Netflix's newest documentary, The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga, premiering December 11th, in addition to his feature in the film and more.


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]]> You've found the Sit Down with Russ Latino, where we explore the ideas and people that are shaping Mississippi's future. Today we’re sitting down with former state representative, Steve Holland to discuss Netflix's newest documentary, The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga, premiering December 11th, in addition to his feature in the film and more.


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]]> The Sit Down | State Auditor Shad White The Sit Down | State Auditor Shad White Wed, 04 Dec 2024 23:03:08 GMT 44:56 6750dfac51af627401f30a73 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6750dfac51af627401f30a73 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-state-auditor-shad-white 12-4-2024 full Today on the show, we're tackling accountability, transparency, and the fight against corruption in our state. Joining Russ is Mississippi State Auditor Shad White, a leader in uncovering waste, fraud, and abuse in public spending. From eight high-profile investigations, to reforms that could shape our future, we'll dig into it all.


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]]> Today on the show, we're tackling accountability, transparency, and the fight against corruption in our state. Joining Russ is Mississippi State Auditor Shad White, a leader in uncovering waste, fraud, and abuse in public spending. From eight high-profile investigations, to reforms that could shape our future, we'll dig into it all.


Join the conversation by sending an e-mail to thesitdown@mpbonline.org, or use the “Talk To Us” Feature inside the MPB Public Media app! Check out this episode on MPB's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/stateauditorshadwhite.

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]]> The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Governor Tate Reeves The Sit Down - Quick Classic | Governor Tate Reeves Wed, 27 Nov 2024 22:47:34 GMT 49:50 6747a186c4b78e9ebb39e432 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 6747a186c4b78e9ebb39e432 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 quick-classic-the-sit-down-governor-tate-reeve 11-27-2024 full Original Air Date: 10-23-2024


This debut episode of The Sit Down with Russ Latino, features the 65th Governor of Mississippi, Tate Reeves, who visits the MPB Think Radio studio to discuss his policies and family life. He begins the hour-long conversation by sharing personal stories from his early life in Florence, Mississippi, his childhood dreams of playing in the NBA, and his college years at Millsaps College—stories that many listeners may not have heard before. 


As the interview progresses, Russ shifts the focus to public policy, where Governor Reeves discusses the Mississippi Miracle, Medicaid, and other important topics. Toward the end of the episode, the governor answers some rapid-fire questions about his current reading selections and favorite highway songs.

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]]> Original Air Date: 10-23-2024


This debut episode of The Sit Down with Russ Latino, features the 65th Governor of Mississippi, Tate Reeves, who visits the MPB Think Radio studio to discuss his policies and family life. He begins the hour-long conversation by sharing personal stories from his early life in Florence, Mississippi, his childhood dreams of playing in the NBA, and his college years at Millsaps College—stories that many listeners may not have heard before. 


As the interview progresses, Russ shifts the focus to public policy, where Governor Reeves discusses the Mississippi Miracle, Medicaid, and other important topics. Toward the end of the episode, the governor answers some rapid-fire questions about his current reading selections and favorite highway songs.

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]]> The Sit Down | Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann The Sit Down | Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:00:17 GMT 46:38 673e5bf1045942e8b652f4e0 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio/ 673e5bf1045942e8b652f4e0 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-lieutenant-governor-delbert-hosemann 11-20-2024 full In this episode, Russ welcomes a leader who’s been at the forefront of Mississippi’s political landscape, Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann. He joins the show to discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing our state — from economic development and education reform to healthcare and legislative priorities for the upcoming session.


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]]> In this episode, Russ welcomes a leader who’s been at the forefront of Mississippi’s political landscape, Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann. He joins the show to discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing our state — from economic development and education reform to healthcare and legislative priorities for the upcoming session.


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]]> The Sit Down | Jackson Bribery Scandal The Sit Down | Jackson Bribery Scandal Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:25:54 GMT 48:34 6735277204b5d35af47864ee false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio 6735277204b5d35af47864ee 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-jackson-bribery-scandal 11-13-2024 full In this episode of "The Sitdown with Russ Latino," we have a robust lineup to discuss recent developments in the Jackson bribery scandal. Last week, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and Ward 6 Councilman Aaron Banks were identified as alleged co-conspirators. This scandal had previously led former Ward 2 Councilwoman Angelique Lee to plead guilty to bribery earlier this year.


Russ is joined by Jackson City Councilman Ashby Foote, Mississippi State Representative Shanda Yates, and Public Service Commissioner De'Keither Stamps, all of whom represent communities affected by this situation in the Jackson area. They address critical questions about how to move the City of Jackson beyond this challenging chapter, and explore ways the state can contribute to revitalizing its capital city.


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]]> In this episode of "The Sitdown with Russ Latino," we have a robust lineup to discuss recent developments in the Jackson bribery scandal. Last week, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and Ward 6 Councilman Aaron Banks were identified as alleged co-conspirators. This scandal had previously led former Ward 2 Councilwoman Angelique Lee to plead guilty to bribery earlier this year.


Russ is joined by Jackson City Councilman Ashby Foote, Mississippi State Representative Shanda Yates, and Public Service Commissioner De'Keither Stamps, all of whom represent communities affected by this situation in the Jackson area. They address critical questions about how to move the City of Jackson beyond this challenging chapter, and explore ways the state can contribute to revitalizing its capital city.


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]]> <![CDATA[The Sit Down | Election Results & Energy Drinks]]> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 04:23:02 GMT 47:47 672c3f981e4926b519a033cc false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio 672c3f981e4926b519a033cc 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-election-results-energy-drinks 11-06-2024 full Now that all the ballots have been cast and Election Day is behind us, it's time to look towards the future as Donald Trump is set to become the 47th President of the United States. To help analyze the election results, we welcome Mississippi native and MSNBC political analyst, Elise Jordan. What key factors contributed to Donald Trump's victory? How will his presidency impact the current political landscape? What can we expect for Mississippi's political atmosphere?


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]]> Now that all the ballots have been cast and Election Day is behind us, it's time to look towards the future as Donald Trump is set to become the 47th President of the United States. To help analyze the election results, we welcome Mississippi native and MSNBC political analyst, Elise Jordan. What key factors contributed to Donald Trump's victory? How will his presidency impact the current political landscape? What can we expect for Mississippi's political atmosphere?


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]]> The Sit Down | We, The Voters The Sit Down | We, The Voters Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:00:43 GMT 48:57 6723161008f9a992719e5c71 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio 6723161008f9a992719e5c71 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-we-the-voters 10-30-2024 full Election Day is November 5, marking the conclusion of a long and intense election season. But will it really be over that day? In the second episode of The Sit Down, Russ Latino goes solo to explore the layers of the upcoming election. He breaks down several important down-ballot races for Mississippians, explaining why each one matters. Next, he delves into the highly competitive Presidential race, which is so tight that it's unlikely a winner will be determined on election night. Finally, Russ addresses a caller's question regarding last week's episode featuring Governor Tate Reeves.

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]]> Election Day is November 5, marking the conclusion of a long and intense election season. But will it really be over that day? In the second episode of The Sit Down, Russ Latino goes solo to explore the layers of the upcoming election. He breaks down several important down-ballot races for Mississippians, explaining why each one matters. Next, he delves into the highly competitive Presidential race, which is so tight that it's unlikely a winner will be determined on election night. Finally, Russ addresses a caller's question regarding last week's episode featuring Governor Tate Reeves.

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]]> The Sit Down | Governor Tate Reeves The Sit Down | Governor Tate Reeves Wed, 23 Oct 2024 17:00:00 GMT 49:50 6719d2d890e4ac3e5a597a06 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio 6719d2d890e4ac3e5a597a06 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-governor-tate-reeves 10-23-2024 full In the debut episode of The Sit Down with Russ Latino, the 65th Governor of Mississippi, Tate Reeves, visits the MPB Think Radio studio to discuss his policies and family life. He begins the hour-long conversation by sharing personal stories from his early life in Florence, Mississippi, his childhood dreams of playing in the NBA, and his college years at Millsaps College—stories that many listeners may not have heard before. 


As the interview progresses, Russ shifts the focus to public policy, where Governor Reeves discusses the Mississippi Miracle, Medicaid, and other important topics. Toward the end of the episode, the governor answers some rapid-fire questions about his current reading selections and favorite highway songs.

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]]> In the debut episode of The Sit Down with Russ Latino, the 65th Governor of Mississippi, Tate Reeves, visits the MPB Think Radio studio to discuss his policies and family life. He begins the hour-long conversation by sharing personal stories from his early life in Florence, Mississippi, his childhood dreams of playing in the NBA, and his college years at Millsaps College—stories that many listeners may not have heard before. 


As the interview progresses, Russ shifts the focus to public policy, where Governor Reeves discusses the Mississippi Miracle, Medicaid, and other important topics. Toward the end of the episode, the governor answers some rapid-fire questions about his current reading selections and favorite highway songs.

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]]> The Sit Down with Russ Latino The Sit Down with Russ Latino Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:40:34 GMT 0:29 67181bd383ac9fccacdbabe2 false https://www.mpbonline.org/radio 67181bd383ac9fccacdbabe2 671819d830187dfb6c8d65c0 the-sit-down-with-russ-latino Coming Soon Promo trailer The Sit Down with Russ Latino is where complex issues meet real conversations. From politics and policy to culture and community, we break down the news that shapes your world, one sit-down at a time. Russ Latino is, a thought leader and advocate, as he engages with guests across the spectrum of ideas to dig deep, ask the tough questions, and find common ground.

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]]> The Sit Down with Russ Latino is where complex issues meet real conversations. From politics and policy to culture and community, we break down the news that shapes your world, one sit-down at a time. Russ Latino is, a thought leader and advocate, as he engages with guests across the spectrum of ideas to dig deep, ask the tough questions, and find common ground.

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