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11 DEC 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Dr. Loi Le who’s unique NPI number was being used by Samrat Mukherjee to write perscriptions for patients while posing as a doctor. Dr. Le opens up about how he came to learn of the deception by Mukherjee and his decision to report his former friend to authorities.Â
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04:26 Coming to Light
10:31 The NPI Number Explained
16:41 Risks of Impersonation in Emergencies
24:52 Reporting Process
28:38 Medical Education
32:43 The Long Path to Becoming a Doctor
35:57 Personal Impact of the Betrayal
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4 DEC 2025 · Note: Due to a technical difficulty the sound in parts of this episode contains a slight echo. We apologize for the inconvience.
In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Jay Grymes as they discuss his road through cancer. Jay also reflects on his many years covering the weather in Baton Rouge and what he is up to now.Â
Timestamps
01:41 A Journey Through Diagnosis
14:37 The Importance of Listening
26:54 Facing Treatment Head-On
36:45 Health Insights and Awareness
38:51 Reflections on a Life-Changing Experience
39:19 A Lighthearted Moment
46:26 The Art of Communication
51:41 The Impact of Weather Reporting
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20 NOV 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Assumption Parish Sheriff Leland Falcon to recount October 16th of this year, when he responded to a shooting incident involving an armed suspect, Paul Blanchard.Â
During the tense confrontation, Sheriff Falcon used a fence gate as a shield while his deputy returned fire, ultimately neutralizing the threat while sustaining injuries from a shotgun blast.
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13 NOV 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with the parents of Blakeleigh Weems, Chasity and Nelson as they discuss the sentencing of Shawn Robertson who pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide, second-offense DWI, reckless operation of a vehicle, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving with a suspended license, and no seat belt.Â
Blakeleigh Weems was tragically killed less than an hour into 2024 when her vehicle was struck by the vehicle Shawn Robertson was driving as she was exiting an off-ramp in Denham Springs.
Chapters
05:03 A Unique Mother-Daughter Bond
06:37 The Horrific NightÂ
14:12 Arriving at the Hospital
16:22 The Fight for Blakeleigh’s Name
21:41 Justice and Legal Battles
34:02 Confronting the Accused
42:35 Signs from Above
44:34 Moving Forward TogetherÂ
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6 NOV 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Attorney Robert Aguiluz as they discuss the proposed merger of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Baton Rouge Fire Department
Chapters
0:19 The Great DebateÂ
01:43Â Robert Aguiluz Joins Kiran Chawla
27:43 Legal Battles Ahead
35:11 EMS Employee Concerns
37:01 Job Security at Risk
41:43 Chris Landry's Role
52:44 Voices of the Paramedic Association
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30 OCT 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Ellie Kousoulas, a survivor of domestic violence who shares her story of Courage, Growth and redemption during this Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Chapters
02:00 Introducing Ellie: A Survivor's Journey
04:00 The Beginning of Domestic Violence
07:38 The Turning Point in Their Relationship
11:08 A Controlling Environment
15:43 Understanding the Victim's Profile
18:16 The Road to Isolation
21:08 Escalating Abuse and Control
23:59 The Realization of Danger
29:15 The Impact on the Children
32:45 The Breaking Point
44:02 Finding the Strength to Leave
50:20 A New Beginning with Support
56:09 The Role of Iris in Recovery
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23 OCT 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with Ascension Parish Sheriff Bobby Webre as they discuss his department’s exceptional 100% murder clearance rate, far exceeding the national average. The Sheriff highlights effective teamwork, community partnerships, and the integration of technology with traditional detective work as key factors in this success.Â
The Sheriff also discusses ongoing recruitment challenges, a 37% decrease in fentanyl-related overdose deaths due to community efforts, and rising concerns around kratom, which led to new local legislation.
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Chapters
00:39 Achieving 100% Murder Clearance Rate
01:44 Technology vs. Old-School Policing
03:33 The Role of Forensics
05:40 Addressing Recruitment Challenges
15:20 Decrease in Overdose Deaths
16:27 Narcan's Impact on Lives
27:20 Understanding Kratom and Its Effects
48:20 Community Outreach Initiatives
53:52 Preparing for Ascension's Growth
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16 OCT 2025 · In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with EBR Mayor-President Sid Edwards to discuss the possibility of a National Guard deployment to the capital city, the "Thrive" initiative, and feedback on the proposed EMS-Fire Department merger.
Chapters
01:23 National Guard Deployment in Baton Rouge?
16:58 Understanding Thrive Initiative and Ballot
23:37 The Future of City of EBR Services
30:15 Addressing Public Safety Concerns
39:14 Controversies Over Local Taxes
40:43 Reflections on Nine Months in Office
42:35 The EBR Fire Department Merger Discussion
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9 OCT 2025 · In this episode, Kiran Chawla brings you expanded breaking news information regarding the Shooting at the Iberville Courthouse that left one officer dead and another injured. Kiran also breaks down up to the minute information on the Kyren Lacy case in this edition of Louisiana Unfiltered.
Chapters
00:54 Shootings in Iberville Parish
08:44 Sheriff Stassi's Son's Condition
12:05 Deputy Charles Riley's Background
16:38 Captain Brett Stassi Jr.
18:50 The Suspect: Latrell Clark
24:07 Kyren Lacey's Case Overview
30:03 Investigation into State Police
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2 OCT 2025 · In this episode, Kiran Chawla sits down with Tommy Sigman who at 21 years of age has authored his second book based on his experience in Louisiana’s Foster Care system.
At just 15 years old Tommy authored his first book titled “The Greatest Advantage aimed at those children in the foster care system guided them to new heights of possibility, with his second release Tommy examines a system he says is broken in Louisiana and provides his version of a blueprint to fix it.Â
Chapters
02:07 Meet Tommy: A Young Author
05:25 From Trauma to Triumph
08:04 The Role of Foster Families
11:20 Breaking the Cycle
19:37 The Next Chapter: "Broken by Design"
24:02 The Need for Systemic Change
29:28 DCFS
33:50 Becoming a Foster Parent
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