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On today’s episode of Louisiana Considered, Stephanie Grace joined us to talk about what’s jeopardizing next year’s Mardi Gras celebrations. Also, Roger Stolle teaches us a bit about juke joints, and Ed Cullen reminisces on a precursor to HVAC systems: the attic fan.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear an update on the Jackson water crisis and learn about efforts to increase monkeypox vaccination rates. We also discover how a new state grant will expand broadband access in rural areas and learn about a new community college program for legal scholars.

Former LSU and professional football player Rohan Davey is joined by former SU and professional football player Ken Ellis to talk about their football careers as well as the upcoming LSU and SU football game. Lawyer, first daughter of Baton Rouge, and graduate of both LSU and SU Sarah Broome is joined by musician, poet, and former SU's The Human Jukebox member Chancelier Skidmore to speak on their journey to this point as well as the significance of the LSU vs. SU game. One of the youngest survivors of the Nazi labor camp Tova Friedman reflects on her life by referring to her book "The Daughter of Auschwitz: My Story of Resilience, Survival and Hope"

LSU's "Voice of the Valley" Dan Borne reflects on years as an announcer and comments on LSU's upcoming football season. The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses several Louisiana political topics. Psychologist and friendship expert Dr. Marisa Franco talks about her recent book "Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make--and Keep--Friends".

Lawyer and author Judge Freddie Pitcher Jr. talks his life and journey to this point by referring to his recent book "Breaking Barriers: A View from the Bench". Managing Artistic Director of Theatre of Baton Rouge Jenny Ballard is joined by Executive Artistic Director of New Venture Theatre Greg Williams to talk the upcoming production "Doubt" A Parable" opening Friday, September 9th. For more information, visit theatrebr.org. American author and editor Daniel Stashower talks his recent book "American Demon".

Former American football player and coach Curley Hallman talks about his life and times as a football coach and also comments on LSU's upcoming football season. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital physician assistant and commercial astronaut Hayley Arceneaux reflects on her life and career, from her cancer diagnosis to traveling to space, by referring to her book "Wild Ride: A Memoir of I.V. Drips and Rocket Ships".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the state is considering opening up the electric market to competition. We also learn about an upcoming fundraiser for pediatric oncology and hear a vignette from late New Orleans commentator Ronnie Virgets.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how the John Scott Center will aim to provide an artistic space and inspire social change. We also hear what’s on deck for the upcoming season of the Musaica Chamber Ensemble, and dig into the life and legacy of New Orleans Mayor Moon Landrieu.

Renowned tailor and men's fashion expert talks the latest on fall fashion. Former member of the Louisiana State Senate and American Republican Elbert Guillory comment several political topics including Brittney Griner and the home raid of Donald Trump.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new film that chronicles the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the children who survived it. We also hear why New Orleans bus routes are getting revamped and learn about attempts to censor library books in Lafayette.