The Meeting Happened. The Message Was Clear. Griffon Confirms Conservative Tensions with Landry.
By Shawn Wilson | Editor, The Bayou Insider
April 21, 2025
When The Bayou Insider published “The Bully of Baton Rouge,” we reported on an alleged private meeting between conservative radio host Moon Griffon and Governor Jeff Landry. The most striking claim, according to a source close to the situation, was that Landry had “scolded” Griffon—frustrated with the rising criticism coming from Griffon’s widely heard radio platform and others within Louisiana’s conservative base.
The story sparked intense reactions, drawing praise from those already skeptical of the Governor’s direction—and scrutiny from others who questioned the report’s details. Now, new developments are confirming the core of the story, even as certain aspects are being publicly challenged.
✔️ The Meeting Happened
This week, The Dead Pelican confirmed with Moon Griffon himself that the meeting with Governor Landry did take place. (You can read that by CLICKING HERE.)
However, Griffon sharply pushed back on one particular word in our reporting: scolding.
“Jeff didn’t scold me,” Griffon told The Dead Pelican.
“Whoever said that Jeff scolded me is a dumb ass. You can quote me on that!”
Griffon’s blunt denial of the tone of the meeting is noted—and we’re quoting him exactly, as requested. But what’s more important than the tone is what wasn’t denied.
🧭 The Message Still Stands
Moon Griffon confirmed that the meeting was centered on the growing frustration of conservative constituents with Governor Landry’s actions in office. Griffon stated that he used the meeting as an opportunity to tell Landry, face-to-face, what many of his own supporters have been saying—they’re not happy.
Among the points of contention? The Governor’s attendance at a “turkey shoot” alongside several high-profile trial lawyers, a move that has not sat well with parts of his conservative base. In a state where trial lawyer influence has long been seen as a driver of high insurance costs and litigation culture, Landry’s presence at such an event struck a sour note.
In other words, the issue wasn’t whether frustration exists—it’s how it was communicated. And in that regard, The Bayou Insider and Mr. Griffon seem to agree.
📌 Tone vs. Truth: What Really Matters
In our original article, we cited a reliable source who was informed of the meeting by someone present. The term “scolding” was used to describe the Governor’s demeanor in that account. We made clear that this was secondhand sourcing—standard practice in political reporting when direct quotes are not available.
Moon Griffon has every right to clarify how he experienced the meeting. But it’s worth noting that public figures often downplay confrontations for the sake of optics or ongoing access. We respect Griffon’s clarification, and we appreciate that he confirmed the meeting and its purpose.
However, let’s not miss the forest for the trees: the message of discontent was delivered. And that message is gaining volume across Louisiana.
⚠️ Cracks in the Conservative Foundation
This moment reveals more than just a difference of opinion between two influential conservatives. It’s a sign of a larger rift forming within the Louisiana conservative movement.
Governor Landry campaigned as a bold reformer—a constitutional conservative ready to shake up the status quo. But his tenure so far has been marked by:
Top-down power plays,
Concerns over the LA GATOR education law and parental control,
Executive overreach,
And now, events cozying up to the very legal elite, many conservatives believe, are choking the state’s economy.
If Landry believes he can rule by fiat, he’s mistaken. And if conservative leaders remain silent out of loyalty to a party label rather than principle, Louisiana loses.
🗣️ Our Role, Our Resolve
At The Bayou Insider, we’re not here to protect politicians. We’re here to hold them accountable.
We reported the “scolding” as it was relayed to us by credible sources. We’ve now followed up transparently, incorporated new statements, and brought clarity to a conversation that affects every conservative in Louisiana.
We don’t deal in clickbait. We deal in consequences—and the consequences of Governor Landry’s actions are now being felt in his own backyard.
Conclusion: The Crossroads Ahead
This isn’t just a dispute over wording—it’s a glimpse into the state of conservative leadership in Louisiana. Griffon’s meeting and subsequent comments show that even long-time allies of the Governor are raising concerns.
The question now is:
Will Governor Landry listen?
Or will he continue down a path of consolidation, control, and calculated optics?
The people are watching. So are we.
