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Jan Moller, discusses Louisiana's minimum wage, Andrew Muhl of AARP talks about House bill 645 and how it would benefit everyone in the state, allowing seniors to stay in their own homes longer and Steve Binder relives the Elvis '68 Special and what it meant for both of their careers.

Best-selling author Charlotte Dennett gives details on her book "Follow the Pipelines: Uncovering the Mystery of a Lost Spy and the Deadly Politics of the Great Game for Oil". Judge Freddie Pitcher Jr. talks about his many years as Chancellor of the Southern University Law Center and the life and impact of Johnnie Jones. Political scientist Yascha Mounk discusses his book "The Great Experiment: Why Diverse Democracies Fall Apart and How They Can Endure".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear what’s on deck for the 2022 New Orleans Jazz Fest. Then, acclaimed trumpeter and composer Jamil Sharif tells us about his latest releases.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about allegations of contract-fixing in Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s "smart city" project. Then, we talk to a radio station in Ville Platte, Louisiana to learn about their years of promoting Cajun French on the airwaves.

Today on Louisiana Considered, Patrick Madden and Stephanie Grace give us a roundup of the week’s political news. We also hear about the latest developments of a train from New Orleans to Baton Rouge, and learn about this weekend’s Migratory Bird Celebration in Grand Isle.

Jenny Ballard talks about the 77th season of Theatre Baton Rouge and its upcoming play "Sweet Charity" starting on April 22nd and ending on May 1st on the TBR Main Stage. 19th Judicial Court District candidate Jordan Faircloth discusses the upcoming election as well as his thoughts on solutions to crime in Baton Rouge. Award-winning and best-selling author Vanessa Hua speaks about her recent novel "Forbidden City". Carmen Million gives insight on the Better Business Bureau's 15th Annual Free Community Shred Fest that will be held at the BR Police Department on Saturday, April 23rd.

Edward Ashworth discusses his controversial article titled "NCAA should make an example, shut down LSU football and basketball". The Advocate writer Lanny Keller talks about politicians in today's world of social media as well as several political issues. Author Tom Clavin gives insight on his book "To the Uttermost Ends of the Earth: The Epic Hunt for the South's Most Feared Ship and the Greatest Sea Battle of the Civil War".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear from New Orleans’ next Superintendent. Then, we learn about the 50th annual Frog Festival in Rayne.

Laura Vinsant gives insight on Teach For America as well as her role in the organization. Founder and chairman of Dementia Society for America Kevin Jameson talks about the organization as well as gives information on the Alzheimer's disease. For more information, visit dementiasociety.org or call 1800-DEMENTIA. Writer and journalist Matt Richtel discusses his recent book "Inspired: Understanding Creativity: A Journey Through Art, Science, and the Soul".

CBS Chief Washington Correspondent and author Major Garrett is joined by National Election Expert and author David Becker to discuss the repercussions of the 2020 election by referring to their recent book, "The Big Truth: Upholding Democracy in the Age of “The Big Lie”. Founder of WRKF Eric Deweese talks the legacy of the station. To support WRKF, visit www.wrkf.org.