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Former congressman Charles Boustany talks various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump, ICE, and Minneapolis. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including the latest in Washington, the upcoming senate race with Letlow and Cassidy, and ICE.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we check in on Mardi Gras at the nation’s capital. We also learn about Gov. Landry’s new energy industry plan, and hear the story behind Black History Month.

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including the latest on tourism and Carnival season. Longtime politico James Carville talks various political topics including Pres. Trump and ICE activity in Minnesota. Lawyer and former head of the ACLU Marjorie Esman is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss the impact and effect of immigration enforcement.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a Louisiana doctor whose history of flexible care led to allegations of overprescribing for her patients. And, we visit the town of Dulac, where the closing of a community center has big implications for indigenous residents.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about BirdFoot Festival’s upcoming performances as it celebrates its 11th season with chamber music in venues across New Orleans. Plus, performances of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof continue at Le Petit Theatre in conjunction with the Tennessee Williams Festival in New Orleans, and we hear about a team of attorneys and advocates that have been visiting detention centers in Louisiana to teach detainees about their legal rights.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about problem gambling and potential solutions for those who are addicted. Then, we learn about the importance of planning for your own death care.

Sonny Cranch talks starting the Cottonwood project in an effort to save the Cottonwood Bookstore, and gives resources to donate to the cause. Donations can be made at GoFundMe.com/Cottonwoodproject, or Sonny can be contacted at (225)921-1942. Mark Ballard gives and update on the Regular Legislative Session, the Governor's veto on the maps, and what the outcome of that will be.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about alternatives to fossil fuel transportation in southeast Louisiana. Then, we learn about an upcoming symposium at Tulane University that explores contemporary Indigenous cultures.

James Carville shares his thoughts on Putin and contemplates the possible outcomes and consequences of the conflict in Ukraine. Mary Hackley promotes the documentary "Calendar Girl" and talks about it's subject, Ruth Finley. David Yovanno analyzes customer's behaviors and how that has caused businesses to partner together to improve consumer experience, more information can be found in his book, "The Partnership Economy."

Chris Thomas King discusses the impact COVID had on the Blues industry his father's influence on him, and his book, The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture. Ronnie Harris, the former Mayor of Gretna, promotes the annual Friends of LSU Library Book Sale to support LSU libraries. Renee Chatelain and Cynthia Bryant talk about the condition of the Louisiana coast. Venessa Walker-Lee discusses losing in the 2016 flood, and the lack of support from FEMA and Board of Contractors.