Newell broadcasts LIVE from SAIL 250, New Orleans’ celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, presented by New Orleans & Company.
On today's show, Newell has on
Lieutenant General Len “Loni” Anderson, Commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, to talk leadership, military readiness and the evolving challenges facing today’s Marine Corps,
Mark Romig, of Sail 250's New Orleans Host Committee, takes some time to talk about SAIL 250, the city’s rich maritime history, the arrival of the Tall Ships, and the economic impact of this international event on the Crescent City,
Jason Burkett, Area Director for the United Service Organizations, to talk about his 25 years in the Marine Corps and how the USO is supporting service members and families across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Florida,
Dr. Jeffrey Kuo, the official medical provider for Sail 250 New Orleans, to talk about emergency medicine, disaster response, and managing medical care for some of the biggest events in the country,
Mike Thomas, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners for the Port of New Orleans, to discuss river commerce, energy, industrial growth, and the opportunities and challenges shaping the state’s future economy,
and Mike Sawaya, President & CEO of the Audubon Nature Institute, to talk about the future of one of Louisiana’s top tourism and conservation organizations.
