The Sit Down with Russ Latino
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Today, Russ sits down with the creative minds behind the documentary "King of the Chitlin Circuit," which showcases the blues legend Bobby Rush. He speaks with the film's director, Al Warren, and producer, Taiwo Gaynor, about the vision that led to telling the story of a man who leaves a mark everywhere he roams.
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Today Russ sits down with the Commissioner of Public Safety, Sean Tindell, to discuss the process being utilized by local and state law enforcement in the Nolan Wells investigation, and some of the challenges in investigating with heavy emotions and national attention.
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Today, Russ sits down with the Former Hinds County Asst. D.A, Shaun Yurtkuran, to discuss the Jackson bribery case, the latest on the Nolan Wells case, and more.
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Today, Russ sits down with the reigning Miss Mississippi Jane Granberry & Miss Mississippi Teen Madalyn Sullivan to chat about their newly appointed titles, their respective platforms, their vision for the future of, and what it means to represent, Mississippi, and more, plus Russ breaks down America250!
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Today, Russ runs down a week in politics & news… including AI traffic monitoring, the Senate, the supreme court, and more!
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In the first half of the show, Russ sits down with State Rep. Scott Bounds, to discuss the state’s biggest house party, theNeshoba County Fair, and in the second half, it's a sit down with Mississippi’s First Lady, Elee Reeves, to chat about the upcoming "United in Song: A Mississippi America250 Celebration,"happening June 20th ...
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Today, Russ sits down with Senator Nicole Akins Boyd to discuss the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning's new funding formula and Commissioner Al Rankin. He is also joined by Dr. Jason Dean to discuss his service under former Gov. Haley Barbour, his work with the Mississippi State Board of Education, and his current role as Senior V...
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Today’s show is titled Holy Trump & More! Russ sits down to discuss the commander in chief and other hot topics 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.
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Today Russ sits down with State Senator Daniel Sparks in the 1st half of the show, and Former Rep. Nick Bain in the 2nd half to discuss their newly announced bids for State Auditor in 2027, their respective careers and more.
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Today, Russ sits down with RNC General Counsel, Mike Hurst and Chairman of the Mississippi Democratic Party & Representative, Cheikh Taylor to talk redistricting in the wake of the latest Supreme Court decision.
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Today, Russ sits down with State Auditor Shad White to discuss new legislation and more, and with State Sen. Briggs Hobson to discuss his work in District 23, his role as chairman of the Appropriations Committee, and more.
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Today, Russ sits down with U of M Prof. of Philosophy - Steven Skultety & MMI Prof. of History - Rankin Sherlingin the first half of the show, then it’s a chat with Dr. Gad Saad, Scholar at the Declaration of Independence Center for the Study of American Freedom, University of Mississippiabout his new book "Sui...
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Today, Russ sits down with Jackson's new Chief of Police, Dr. RaShall Brackney, to discuss her newly appointed position, her previous reforms as chief of police in Charlottesville, Virginia, her vision for tackling crime in the City of Jackson and more!
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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 new...
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Russ sits down with Attorney General, Lynn Fitchto discuss her role as the state's 40th & 1st female Attorney General, and more.
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Russ sits down with John McKay, President/CEOof 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 Secretary of State, Michael Watsonto 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 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 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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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!
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