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Retired lieutenant general who served as the 33rd commanding general of the U.S. First Army Russel Honore reflects on his 75 years of life, growing up in Point Coupee Parish, and comments on several Louisiana issues. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the upcoming elections and the federal abortion ban.

Today on Louisiana Considered, speak with Howie Kaplan about his new government role that focuses on the city’s nightlife economy. And, in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we hear about the fight to end the disease across the country.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by Veteran Colonel Rob Maness to discuss several political topics including the upcoming midterm election, political parties, and Donald Trump. LSU Tiger Girls head coach Kandace Hale talks the team, their National Championship win, and what is to come.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we explore the feasibility of incentive-based approaches towards renewable energy. We also hear about a new environmental justice data hub and learn how Colony, Alabama became a surprising safe haven for Black residents.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about disagreements over how to handle increased water concerns from the Mississippi River. We also hear about the opening of a new New Orleans theater company and learn how the Sweet Potato Queens book series has been adapted for the stage.

Louisiana Democratic Party Executive Director Stephen Handwerk talks several political topics including the political parties and upcoming elections. LSU Beat's Glenn Guilbeau speaks on the political component of the SEC and LSU's upcoming football season. Executive director of PASA- Performing Arts Serving Acadiana Jackie Lyle talks about what's new in Acadiana preforming arts and the upcoming visionary project "Sacred Spaces". For more information, visit pasaonline.org. Author and labor attorney Steven Mitchell Sack speaks on his new book "Fired! : Protect Your Rights & FIGHT BACK If You're Terminated, Laid Off, Downsized, Restructured, Forced to Resign or Quit".

Director of Hope Medical Group for Women Kathaleen Pittman speaks on the long-term effects of the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the upcoming governor election, the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and several other political issues.

Former LSU basketball player and Ukraine businessman Roman Rubchenko discusses the Russia-Ukraine war. For information on how you can help, visit youkraine.org. Attorney, author, and producer Henry Bushkin talks about the life and career of television host, writer, and producer Johnny Carson. WRKF's Paul Braun speaks on recent budget passing and several other political issues.

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser talks about the tragedy in Texas and discusses several Louisiana issues. Publisher for The Louisiana Voice Tom Aswell speaks on the recent Texas shooting and comments on the Beto O'Rourke and Gov. Abbott's press conference feud. WRKF's Paul Braun joins Tom Aswell to discuss upcoming gun regulation bills.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear a roundup of national political news, and learn about the bills headed to the Senate floor as the state legislative session comes to a close. And we hear an American Routes feature on the accomplished dancer, Reggio the Hoofer.