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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.

Political consultant Ray Strother discusses the 1/6 Committee and the recent hearing as well as other political matters. The Advocate's Jan Risher talks her time at The Advocate in Baton Rouge and other recent interviews and stories.

Known as LSU's "Voice of the Valley", PA announcer Dan Borne talks his years as an announcer, reflects on Pete Maravich, and speaks on former U.S. Senator Allen Ellender on the 50 year anniversary of his passing. Founder and Chair of Young Entrepreneurs Academy of Baton Rouge Deborah Sternberg speaks on the organization and its goals. Applications for the academy can be seen at YEABR.org. Deadline is August 21st.

Attorney and Louisiana's 3rd Congressional District candidate Holden Hoggatt talks the upcoming election and comments on his fellow candidates. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses the US Senate qualifying as well as other upcoming elections.

On today’s Louisiana Considered, brothers Marshall Pierite and Harold Pierite, Sr. of the Tribal Council of the Tunica-Biloxi join us to share some life lessons. Also, in recognition of National Radio Day, Len Apcar of the LSU Manship School of Mass Communication shares some thoughts on radio’s contributions over the last century and looks ahead to its future.