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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.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how Ukrainians living in Louisiana are responding to the war back home. Then we learn about the state’s latest efforts to manage the increasing litter problem.

Dana Hunter gives information on human trafficking, how children become victims, and how to helpful. Mark Ballard touches on how Governor John Bel Edwards handled the Ronald Greene case and the special redistricting session. Tim Falcon talks NOLA gold rugby.

Rudy Macklin reflects on his career, health and fitness and playing under Coach Dale Brown. Brad and Steve Myers remember their father, Charles Myers, and his legacy. Brad also comments on running for Judge. Christina Crook promotes her book, "Good Burdens: How to Live Joyfully in the Digital Age," and how technology has an everyday impact on our lives.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how congressional maps are looking as the state redistricting session comes to a close. And, we learn about a new state bill aimed at protecting Louisiana’s coastline from natural disasters.

Billy Nungesser speaks about upcoming Mardi Gras throughout the state, Ashley Shelton of the Power Coalition talks about the Supreme Court Nomination, Ketanji Brown Jackson and redistricting. General Ron Richard discusses the Russian invasion of Ukraine and how the crisis may unfold.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the demand for statewide green jobs is likely to increase in the next five years. And we learn about the recent parole hearing of Brandon Jackson, who was once convicted for armed robbery by a non-unanimous jury.