The Pelican Brief
by David Tatman
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About this podcast
Join veteran government relations professional David Tatman as he navigates the intricate landscape of Louisiana politics and legislative processes on "The Pelican Brief Podcast." With over 34 years of experience, David provides insightful analysis and in-depth discussions on the most pressing issues facing the Pelican State. From high-stakes policy debates to behind-the-scenes insights, this podcast offers a comprehensive look at the dynamics shaping Louisiana's political landscape. Tune in to stay informed and engaged in the pulse of Louisiana politics.
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- Season 4, Episode 5 - Special Session, US Supreme Court & Carbon Capture · 19 min · Season 4 Episode 5Welcome back to The Pelican Brief! In this episode, host David Tatman brings you a comprehensive breakdown of the most important political and policy developments shaping…
- Season 4, Episode 4 - Special Session, US Supreme Court & Election Results in New Orleans · 20 minSeason 4, Episode 3 — Louisiana on the Line In this episode, David Tatman breaks down: • Gov. Landry’s special session to delay congressional candidate qualifying • The…
- Season 4, Episode 3 - US Supreme Court, Closed Primary Election & New Orleans Politics · 22 min · Season 4 Episode 3🎙️ Season 4, Episode 2 – Shifting Power: Supreme Court Cases, Election Overhauls & Louisiana’s Political Crossroads In this episode of The Pelican Brief, we unpack the major…
- Louisiana News: · 10 min · Season 4 Episode 2🎙️ Season 4, Episode 2 – Coastal Cuts, Courtrooms & Carbon: Louisiana at a Crossroads Welcome back to The Pelican Brief, where we bring clarity to the fast-moving world of…
- Louisiana News: US Senate Race - US Supreme Court - Insurance Rates · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 1In the premiere episode of The Pelican Brief, host David Tatman dives into one of Louisiana’s most high-stakes political battles in years: the 2026 U.S. Senate race. Senator Bill…
- Season 4 Trailer · 3 min · Season 4Introducing the NEW Pelican Brief Podcast and Newsletter. We’re excited to introduce The Pelican Brief, our new newsletter designed to keep you informed and connected on all…
- The Pelican Brief - Kicking Off the 2025 Louisiana Legislative Session · 17 min · Episode 1Season 4, Episode 1: Welcome to a brand-new season of The Pelican Brief Podcast! In our Season 4 premiere, host David Tatman sets the stage for the 2025 Regular Session of the…
- The Pelican Brief - Tax Reform - Special Session Sine Die with Joe Mapes · 1 h 7 min · Season 3 Episode 7Season 3, Episode 7: Louisiana’s Special Session on Tax Reform Adjourns Sine Die In Episode 7 covering the 2024 Louisiana Special Session on Tax Reform, host David Tatman breaks…
- The Pelican Brief - Tax Reform - Special Session Update with Joe Mapes · 49 min · Season 3 Episode 6In this episode of The Pelican Brief, host David Tatman is joined by veteran government relations professional Joe Mapes to analyze the closing moments of the 2024 Special…
- Special Session - Tax Reform - Services Tax with Joe Mapes · 60 min · Season 3 Episode 5Season 3, Episode 5: A Deep Dive into House Bill 9 – Louisiana’s New Service Tax In this episode of *The Pelican Brief*, host David Tatman is joined by veteran lobbyist Joe…
- Special Session - Tax Reform with Jason DeCuir · 57 min · Season 3 Episode 4Season 3, Episode 4: Unpacking Louisiana’s Tax Reform with Jason DeCuir In this episode of The Pelican Brief, host David Tatman is joined by Jason DeCuir of Advantous…
- Election Special - Presidential Election Insights with John Couvillon · 55 min · Season 3 Episode 3In this episode of The Pelican Brief, host David Tatman welcomes Louisiana’s own John Couvillon, a respected political consultant and pollster, to break down the 2024…
- Special Session - Tax Reform - Interview with Joe Mapes · 49 min · Season 3 Episode 2Don’t miss Part 2 of our exclusive interview with veteran Louisiana lobbyist Joe Mapes on The Pelican Brief! We dive into the upcoming Special Session of the Louisiana…
- Special Session - Tax Reform - Interview with Joe Mapes · 46 min · Season 3 Episode 1Don’t miss Part 1 of our exclusive interview with veteran Louisiana lobbyist Joe Mapes on The Pelican Brief! We dive into the upcoming Special Session of the Louisiana…
- Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature Week 10 · 17 min · Season 2 Episode 12Constitutional Convention - Insurance - Synthetic Nicotine - Public Records - City of St. George - Board Appointments - Congressional Elections and more…
- Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature Week 9 · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 11Constitutional Convention - Insurance Reform - Public Records - Vaping - Polling Join us as we discuss the 2024 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature. #lalege #lagov
- Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature - Halfway Point · 19 min · Season 2 Episode 10• Louisiana Constitutional Convention • Public Records • City of St. George • Insurance Reform Join us as we discuss the major issues in the 2024 Regular Session of the 2024…
- Regular Session of Louisiana Legislature Week 6 · 23 min · Season 2 Episode 9Louisiana Constitutional Convention - Ten Commandments - Live Event Tickets - Vaping Access - Congressional Elections. Join us was we discuss the major issues in the 2024…
- Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature Weeks 4-5 · 21 min · Season 2 Episode 8Stay up-to-date with the latest legislative developments in Louisiana with our weekly podcast, The Pelican Brief Legislative Update! Join us as we dive into the ins and outs of…
- Regular Session Special - Constitutional Convention · 36 min · Season 2 Episode 7Join David Tatman and seasoned government relations expert Joe Mapes on The Pelican Brief Podcast! In our latest episode, we explore the intriguing proposal of a Constitutional…
