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Jared Hymowitz explains the Healthy BR initiative and what it entails and gives an update on how Baton Rouge is doing in terms of public health. Andre Moreau and Dr. Katie Fetzer bring attention to Human Trafficking and how people get caught up in it. Kate Swenson discusses her book "Forever Boy," and having a child with Autism.

Today on Louisiana Considered, artist and activist José Torres-Tama walks us through his new solo act as a “shamanistic time traveler.” And, we learn about a new performance that celebrates the music, dance, rituals of the Garifuna community.

Political Consultant Roy Fletcher speaks briefly on the NCAA National Championship game and discusses the upcoming governor election, as well as Baton Rouge traffic issues. Cindy Hurst refers to her film "Natural Woman" in relation to the recent Will Smith and Chris Rock fiasco. Ashley Yablon talks about his book "Standing up to China" and his feelings during the uncovering a large illegal scheme.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the larger implications of an upcoming case at the Louisiana Supreme Court. We also get an update on New Orleans’ latest mask guidelines and check in with two high school marching bands that recently returned to parading the streets.

Chief Justice Bernette Joshua Johnson discusses her career as Chief Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court and Biden's pick Ketanji Brown Jackson for Supreme Court seat. John Wirt reminisces on the 40th anniversary of the death of John Belushi. Robert Dow recalls his football career at LSU and Glen Petersen remarks on the death of LSU Law Professor Paul Baier.

Dr. Faye Williams discusses the War in Ukraine and praises women of Ukraine for their strength and resilience. She goes on celebrating women including Polish women who receive refugees with open arms. Finally, she finished by revealing the magnitude of Russian women who oppose the war, facing sever backlash, but fight everyday for Ukrainian Freedoms. Luke Mixon gives valuable insight to the War in Ukraine and his opposition to "no fly zones" and offers alternatives.

Ara Rubyan talks the Jewish Film Festival, which will open on Wednesday night with a showing of "A Crime on the Bayou," at the Manship Theatre. Harvey Wasserman discusses the situation in Ukraine and the nuclear threat, cons of having nuclear plants around the world, and the theory that the 2004 Presidential Election was rigged.

On today's Louisiana Considered, we look at the "Truth Booth," in which students in Baton Rouge are able to freely share their personal experiences in education and offer suggestions for change. Then, we look at the state of gender-affirming treatment in Louisiana.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about the debut of a performance that tells the story of Argentina’s Evita Perón. Then, we learn about the return of the Danny Barker Banjo and Guitar Festival.

Wayne Sims recalls the night of the senseless killing of his son, Wayde Sims in 2018 and the recent trial and verdict of his murderer. Louisiana Commissioner for Agriculture and Forestry Dr. Mike Strain talks his long running as commissioner as well as the Russia-Ukraine war and the effect is has on the increase in the price of food. Glen Scheuermann and Jody Hanet speak on arts and music in Baton Rouge and a few events to come including the Bluzzey Brunch on April 24th at the Hilton Capital City Hotel from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (tickets can be purchased at kidorchestra.org) and the Art, Jazz, and Pizzazz Art Walk held at the Galvez Plaza on May 1st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.