Interviews and audio from the Afternoon Report
Afternoon Show Interviews
![Col. Rob Maness Announces His Candidacy For Senate](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/08/494513553.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Col. Rob Maness Announces His Candidacy For Senate
This past week Republican Col. Rob Maness announced he will seek the office of US Senator.
![‘Romero On The Right’ – Facebook Rant [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/01/Ken-Romero-BW-framed-staff-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
‘Romero On The Right’ – Facebook Rant [VIDEO][OPINION]
I find it bewildering how two people can read the same thing and get different meanings from the material
![How Will Party Affiliation Effect Voting In LA’s Presidential Primary?](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/01/Sec-of-State-Tom-Schedler-official-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How Will Party Affiliation Effect Voting In LA’s Presidential Primary?
Recently Louisiana Secretary of State Tom Schedler discussed the upcoming Presidential Primary on 'Geaux Acadiana'.
![A Server’s Point Of View – The Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/01/Tiffiany-Decou-and-Jacquay-Johnson-of-LaFonda-KPEL-Photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Server’s Point Of View – The Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)
Jacquay Johnson of LaFonda sits down with host Tiffiany Decou and shares her biggest learning lesson as a server, the impact Cochon Lafayette had on the food scene and where she likes to dine and drink on her days off.
![Romero On The Right-Presidential Politics And Endorsements [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/01/Ken-Romero-BW-framed-staff-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Romero On The Right-Presidential Politics And Endorsements [VIDEO][OPINION]
In this edition of 'Romero On The Right' I examine Presidential politics and endorsements.
![Should The Mouton Statue In Downtown Lafayette Be Removed?](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/01/Greg-Davis-staff-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Should The Mouton Statue In Downtown Lafayette Be Removed?
Many people feel Mouton was a Civil War General who should not be on display in such a prominent location.
![Winner Of Food Network’s “Chopped” Visits – Lafayette Food Junkie Show](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/01/Tiffiany-Decou-at-TASTE-Awards-FB-e1506454737451.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Winner Of Food Network’s “Chopped” Visits – Lafayette Food Junkie Show
In this week's episode, host Tiffiany Decou brings on Chef Christopher Thames with Grand Coteau Bistro as they chatted about his experience winning Food Network's "Chopped," about opening his restaurant in Grand Coteau and why Acadiana, not New Orleans, is the true representative of what Louisiana is like.
![Romero On The Right – Agreeing With Obama [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2016/01/Ken-Romero-BW-framed-staff-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Romero On The Right – Agreeing With Obama [VIDEO][OPINION]
Here's a shocker. I agree with something President Obama said in his closing speech in Baton Rouge this week.
![A Food Discussion With Abi & Manny From Bread & Circus – Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/01/Tiffiany-Decou-at-TASTE-Awards-FB-e1506454737451.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Food Discussion With Abi & Manny From Bread & Circus – Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)
In the latest episode of "The Lafayette Food Junkie Show," host Tiffiany Decou sat down with Chef Manny Augello and co-owner Abi Falgout to have an in-depth yet fun discussion about food.
![Romero On The Right-Changes Coming To Social Media [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Ken-Romero-image-by-Kathy-Romero2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Romero On The Right-Changes Coming To Social Media [VIDEO][OPINION]
Social media has connected more people than the BIC ballpoint and the typewriter.
![Senator Bill Cassidy To Hold Lafayette Town Hall](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/11/Congressman-Bill-Cassidy-KPEL1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Senator Bill Cassidy To Hold Lafayette Town Hall
Senator Bill Cassidy joined 'Geaux Acadiana' with Dr. John Sutherlin and Ken Romero to promote his Lafayette Town Hall meeting.
![Congressman Scalise Condemns President’s Executive Actions](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2013/09/Scalise-e1403210204330.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Congressman Scalise Condemns President’s Executive Actions
Scalise agreed with many who have said the President's executive actions are unconstitutional.
![What Do Incoming Chain Restaurants Mean For Local Culinary Scene – Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/05/Tiffiany-Decou-FB-e1432688014507.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Do Incoming Chain Restaurants Mean For Local Culinary Scene – Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)
You may have noticed the stories popping up about Lafayette getting another influx of chain restaurants to the Hub City. While many people are excited about it, Tiffiany Decou (the Lafayette Food Junkie) is worried about what they may mean for our local culinary cuisine.
![A Conversation With Chef/Owner Ryan Trahan Of Dark Roux Restaurant – The Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Ryan-Trahan-with-Dark-Roux-Facebook.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Conversation With Chef/Owner Ryan Trahan Of Dark Roux Restaurant – The Lafayette Food Junkie Show (Audio)
Listen to the conversation and find out the latest food news here in Lafayette and Acadiana.
![‘Romero On The Right’ – Christianity And Islam [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Ken-Romero-image-by-Kathy-Romero2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
‘Romero On The Right’ – Christianity And Islam [VIDEO][OPINION]
I've held off publishing this 'Romero On The Right' until after Christmas because I saw enough hate and bitterness on Facebook without adding more.
![Romero On The Right – Observations On Political Polling [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Ken-Romero-image-by-Kathy-Romero1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Romero On The Right – Observations On Political Polling [VIDEO][OPINION]
I think they are becoming less accurate because of the who they reach.
![Trooper Brooks David Discusses I-10 Safety Issues](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Brooks-David-LSP-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Trooper Brooks David Discusses I-10 Safety Issues
Trooper David came prepared with plenty of statistics that we found surprising.
![Romero On The Right-Terrorism Disrespect [VIDEO][OPINION]](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Ken-Romero-image-by-Kathy-Romero.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Romero On The Right-Terrorism Disrespect [VIDEO][OPINION]
In this 'Romero On The Right' I take a look at what some are calling 'disrespect' of one of the San Bernardino shooters. It's galling to think Muslims are calling it disrespectful to show her face without a covering. I'll tell you what's disrespectful.
![More Details On Proposed Changes For Downtown Lafayette](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Nathan-Norris-Kate-Durio-images-from-DTL-website.jpg?w=980&q=75)
More Details On Proposed Changes For Downtown Lafayette
Today Nathan Norris CEO of Lafayette Downtown Development and Kate Durio Director of Marketing joined us to discuss planned changes in Lafayette.
![Phillip Gould Discusses Proposed Changes To Downtown Lafayette](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/12/Screen-Shot-2015-12-03-at-8.38.05-AM.png?w=980&q=75)
Phillip Gould Discusses Proposed Changes To Downtown Lafayette
As an interested citizen Phillip Gould discussed the plans and his opposition to the changes.