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Dr. Michael Castine talks breast cancer awareness. Mark Ballard discusses the plans for a Governor graveyard, Coach Ed Orgeron, and Steve Scalise.

Also, two state representatives discuss potential changes to social studies teaching standards in public schools.

Henry Bushkin, Johnny Carson former lawyer, talks Johnny Carson's early life and background, his time in the Navy, and his book, "Johnny Carson." Paul Maassen talks the Fall Drive for WRKF.

Whitney Breaux discusses being diagnosed with breast cancer and going through treatment during a pandemic, and ultimately being a survivor. Jorge Valdez talks being a former narco and the Netflix Documentary, "Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami." Daniel Devise discusses his biography on B.B. King, "King of the Blues: The Rise and Reign of B.B. King."

Also, Rich Webster discusses findings from his investigation into the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Son of former Louisiana governor Buddy Roemer and chairman of G2 Net-Zero Chas Roemer speaks on his late father as well as the importance of the use of energy sources with less carbon. Longtime journalist and Los Angeles native John Burke reflects on the life and career of American sportscaster Vin Scully amid his recent passing. Newscaster Valentina Wilson talks about her years in the journalism and reporting industry as well as her upcoming event "The Shades of Success". For invitations and information go to www.theshadesofsuccess.net or email at theshadesofsuccess@gmail.com.

Longtime political consultant Dick Morris joins the show briefly to comment on Donald Trump by referring to his recent book "The Return: Trump's Big 2024 Comeback" before abruptly ending the interview. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks several political topics including the end of the US Senate qualifying, Kansas abortion voting, and the recent veteran's health care bill.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why minor league hockey may be returning to the Pelican state. And, in honor of National Oyster Day, we check in with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

LSU Vet School's Senior Director of Outreach and Strategic Initiatives and daughter of Heisman Trophy Award winner Billy Cannon, Bunnie Cannon speaks on the life and legacy of her late father. New media artist and designer Matt Kenyon joins president and CEO of Baton Rouge Art Gallery Jason Andreasen to talk SWAMP as well as Kenyon's latest work, CLOUDBURST opening August 3rd from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. University of Washington professor and author Chantel Prat speaks on her latest work "The Neuroscience of You: How Every Brain Is Different and How to Understand Yours".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how a festival in the French Quarter is honoring New Orleans’ jazz legend Louis Armstrong. We also hear about the Warehouse District’s upcoming White Linen Night and dive into Louisiana lakes, where the people fishing are catching catfish — with their hands.