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The Advocate's Smiley Anders reflects on his years as a columnist at The Advocate. East Baton Rouge Metro councilman Darryl Hurst speaks on St. George, transitions within EBR Parish, as well as crime in Baton Rouge. American investigative reporter, author, and film director Jason Berry talks about the Catholic church and the upcoming documentary based on the book, "City of a Million Dreams". Practicing ER physician and author Jay Baruch talks about his book, "Tornado of Life: A Doctor's Journey Through Constraints and Creativity in the ER". WRKF's Paul Braun gives insight to the recent legislative session.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we take a deep dive into the history of National Doughnut Day. And, we hear the latest on a bill that would allow teachers to carry concealed guns in schools.

American publisher, investigative journalist, political blogger, and author of the Bayou Brief Lamar White discusses the insurrection of the Capital as well as the congressional redistricting in Louisiana. Antiracist educator and author Britt Hawthorne talks about her book "Raising Antiracist Children".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how one small town is preparing for its first ever Pride parade. We also hear more on the future of reproductive rights and dive into the life of guitarist Marquise Knox.

Lawyer, writer, and political activist Mike Wolf speaks on redistricting in Louisiana. Author Janie Victoria Ward talks about her book "Sister Resisters: Mentoring Black Women on Campus".

PAR Research director Melinda Deslatte discusses the recent legislative session as well as several other upcoming bills. Cat Haven's Tammy Morgan and Holly Carey talk about the organization as well as the upcoming fundraising event today, June 7th 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at VooDoo BBQ on Drusilla Lane. A percentage of the money spent will go towards helping Cat Haven. Planetary scientist, professor, and author Lindy Elkins-Tanton speaks on her recent book "A Portrait of a Scientist as a Young Woman: A Memoir".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why a federal judge struck down the state’s new redistricting map. We also learn about a new collaborative seeking to diversify New Orleans’ legal field, and speak with the first woman to be elected Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how classic New Orleans shotgun homes are being remodeled to meet modern needs. And, we learn what to expect at the upcoming Essence Festival of Culture.

Oncology Specialist Dr. Gerald Miletello discusses the risks and dangers of various forms of cancer as well as the upcoming Cancers Survivors Program on Sunday, June 12th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Josephs Cathedral in Downtown Baton Rouge. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on gun safety regulations.

Chief Administrative Officer for Baton Rouge Darryl Gissel talks gun control amid the recent Tulsa hospital shooting, the blocking of St. George as well as homelessness in Baton Rouge. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the amending of the concealed carry bill. Entertainment editor and author Ryan Britt speaks on his recent book "Phasers on Stun!".