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Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray and former member of the Louisiana Senate Troy Hebert discuss several political issues including the swearing in of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and gun regulation. Former LSU Student Government President Ted Schirmer refers to his recent book, "Defiance: Fighting Elitism and Racism at LSU in the ’70s" to reflects on his time as SGA President in the 70's.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the latest inductees into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame. And, as New Orleans Superintendent of Schools Henderson Lewis Jr. approaches his final week on the job, we hear how he reflects on his tenure.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about investigations into reported sexual abuse in New Orleans’ Roman Catholic Church. We also hear how officials are rethinking hurricane preparedness in the state, and take a look inside one of Louisiana’s last abortion clinics in operation.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear an update on the state’s redistricting map and hear about new research into cancer deaths. We also learn about the opening of a new treatment facility for kids with behavioral health issues in New Orleans.

Commissioner of Insurance for the state of Louisiana Jim Donelon speaks on the impact of the upcoming hurricane season as well as proper preparation for it. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses several political issues including the 1/6 Commission, Cassidy Hutchinson, and the gun bill. Parenting journalist and author Lisa L. Lewis talks about her recent book "The Sleep-Deprived Teen".

Executive director of The Louisiana Motor Transport Association (LMTA) Renee Amar talks about her start with the association, gas prices affect on the trucking industry, and the shortage of drivers. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses several political matters including Karen Carter Peterson and the upcoming elections.

Owner of Iverstine Farms Butcher Galen Iverstine talks his start into agriculture, the butchering business, and also why to purchase from butcher shops. Operator of the Red Dragon Listening Room Chris Maxwell speaks on what it takes to keep the non-profit afloat and previous as well as upcoming guests.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why Republican lawmakers in Louisiana are taking a special interest in local school board elections. We also hear about the controversy surrounding Education Savings Accounts and hear about the experiences of doctors in the state after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Today on Louisiana Considered: We talk with famed political consultant and columnist James Carville on what is and isn’t working in New Orleans, and we look back on the reporting of celebrated Louisiana author Ronnie Virgets.

Former chair and executive director of the Louisiana Democratic Party Jim Nickel talks the democratic party over the last 25 years and several other political matters including upcoming elections. American attorney, author, veteran, and politician Jason Kander reflects on his life in politics and how his mental health had an impact on that by referencing his book "The Invisible Storm".