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Opinion page editor of The Advocate Arnessa Garrett talks the impact of questions and commentary from readers. Associate Professor of Public Relations at the Gaylord College of Mass Communication Jensen Moore talks the winning and losing commercials of Super Bowl LX. Zydeco musician and son of Grammy Award winning Clifton Chenier C.J. Chenier talks his fathers life and legacy and also Clifton's new box set. For more information, visit https://folkways.si.edu/clifton-chenier/king-of-louisiana-blues-and-zydeco.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new law requiring cameras in special education classrooms. We also discuss grassroots air quality monitoring campaigns and how the Trump administration could impact these efforts. Plus, the history of Spanish Town Mardi Gras.

Southern University Political Science Professor Albert Samuels is joined by Southeastern professor Dayne Sherman to discuss various local and national topics including upcoming elections and their candidates as well as the latest with Pres. Trump. Grammy-award winning operatic tenor and general director of Opera Louisiane Paul Groves talks the upcoming "Sing & Swing" event. For more information, visit https://www.operalouisiane.com/. Capitalist and author Jonathan Tepper talks his latest work, "Shooting Up".

Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various topics including the pardoning of Billy Cannon, the upcoming primary election, and the latest on Trump and EPA's Power. Louisiana developer John Miller speaks on the airlines and the idea of a hub in New Orleans. MLB legend Denny McLain reflects on the life and times of MLB left-hand pitcher Mickey Lolich amid his recent death.

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.