Robert Pavlovich

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how people are preparing as the saltwater wedge moves up the Mississippi River – and how to avoid panic-buying bottled water. We also hear what’s on the ballot in New Orleans for October’s election, and learn about the history of Black quarterbacks in the NFL.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear an update on the investigation into allegations of abuse against the Baton Rouge Police Department. We also learn about the health of New Orleans trees, and listen back to a conversation with the Republican frontrunner for governor, Jeff Landry.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss New Orleans’ police officer shortage and learn about Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s pick to lead the department. We also hear about a new financial literacy program for high schoolers and preview the upcoming gubernatorial debate.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about new mental health services being offered to students and parents at Orleans Parish schools. We also learn about the concept of energy resilience – and we preview tonight’s gubernatorial debate with The Times-Picayune | The Advocate's editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we look at a new program to train low-wage workers in Louisiana to identify labor violations. Plus efforts to prevent frequent flooding of Louisiana homes and hear the latest on the investigation into the so-called “Brave Cave” that has already led one Baton Rouge police officer to resign.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about young people being held at the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola — and the fight to relocate them. Then, we discuss a new study on the lasting impacts of incarcerating minors at adult facilities. And, we catch up on this week in politics.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how student debt, and the new federal plans to address it, may impact Louisianans. Plus we speak with the new director of Le Petit Theatre, and hear an update on qualifying rounds for the governor’s race.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new podcast that tells the story of the downfall of New Orleans DEA agent, Chad Scott. Plus we’ll hear from a journalist cycling along the Gulf coast and talking with people he meets along the way about climate change, and learn why the legislature passed a bill to make pecans the state nut.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we sit down with the new president of Loyola University New Orleans, Xavier Cole, to hear about his vision for the institution. Plus we learn about the potential for new AI gun detectors in schools and catch up on politics.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new effort from the LSU AgCenter to address the problem of feral hogs. Plus, we catch up with the superintendent of New Orleans public schools, Avis Williams, and get a recap this week in politics.