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On todays’ Louisiana Considered, 80% of Louisianans with disabilities live below the poverty level. Sarah Berthelot, President and CEO of the Louisiana Association of United Ways, joins us to provide some perspective on the effects of the pandemic on people with disabilities. And Putumayo World Records’ Dan Storper joins us to talk about the innovative approach of this New Orleans-Based company.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear an update on monkeypox cases across the state. We also learn why many New Orleanians are burdened by housing costs and hear about organizing efforts at local Dollar General stores.

Former breast cancer surgeon, wife of Senator Bill Cassidy, and the founder of Louisiana Key Academy talks her life leading up to the start of the school for dyslexic children, its importance, as well as the opening of LKA in North Shore. Attorney Lewis Unglesby discusses several political matters including President Biden, the 1/6 Commission, and the 2nd Amendment.

Healthcare economist from Blue Cross Blue Shield Mike Bertaut speaks on the affordable care act as well as the inflation reduction act. Lead Consultant for First Financial Baton Rouge Ameen Walker is joined by employ retention credit specialist Heather Kleinpeter to discuss employ retention credit. New York Times bestselling author and associate editor at The Washington Post David Maraniss talks about his latest work, "Path Lit by Lightening: The Life of Jim Thorpe".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the story of Cedric Dent, who was recently released from prison after a wrongful conviction kept him behind bars for a quarter-century. We also learn more about Court Appointed Special Advocates – or CASAs – and why Louisiana is currently facing a shortage of these volunteers.

To start off the show Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin came on to discuss elections and the 2022 "I voted" sticker. Jefferson Parish teacher Becky Fos created the sticker. Retired lieutenant general and the leader of the Green Army Russel Honore discussed national politics, including the recent FBI raid of former President Donald Trump's home in Florida.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the state’s three abortion clinics are all planning to relocate. We also dive into a new art exhibit in Baton Rouge and hear about programs to expand breastfeeding knowledge and support.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why doula services are now more widely available for Louisiana workers. And, we hear about an exhibit honoring one of New Orleans’ most influential pianists, Professor Longhair.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about new monthly events that celebrate Cajun culture past and present. And a Metairie high schooler tells us about her Teen Vogue article that looked into the displacement of youth due to natural disasters.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear a roundup of the week’s political events. We also learn how a recent Supreme Court ruling might impact greenhouse gas regulations in Louisiana and hear pressing questions on hurricane preparedness.