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President of Louisiana AFL-CIO Louis Reine speaks on several economic topics including the minimum wage rate and union memberships. Godfather of the Louisiana Libertarian Party Mike Wolf discusses several political issues including Donald Trump and the recent FBI raid of his home.

Lt. Gov. and Commissioner of the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism Billy Nungesser discusses the world of tourism, the talk of Mardi Gras cancellation, as well as other topics specific to Louisiana. International award winning author Rannah Grey is joined by former TV reporter and writer Ryan Naquin to speaks on Grey's book "Familiar Evil" and talk about its upcoming documentary. Author and journalist Baynard Woods speaks on his recent book "Inheritance: An Autobiography of Whiteness".

On today’s episode of Louisiana Considered: a reminder about Let Louisiana Shine. Also, we’re easing into the peak of hurricane season, so we’ll hear from NOHSEP about staying prepared.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear what the Louisiana Legislature’s Medical Marijuana Commission accomplished and fell short on in the most recent session. We also hear an encore piece from the late New Orleans author and commentator, Ronnie Virgets, and learn how the state is responding to the Biden administration’s expanded interpretation of Title IX.

Today in Louisiana Considered, the legal cloud that has hung over New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams since his term began is finally gone, and we hear about what that means for the city. We also learn how activists are working to protect access to Plan B, and hear how rising temperatures are causing deadly conditions in prisons. And, we dive into the life and legacy of LSU basketball star Pistol Pete Maravich.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how New Orleans teenagers can access free RTA cards for a trip to the library. We also learn about a new art exhibit highlighting the environmental crisis in the Gulf South, and hear from the director of the Summer Lyric Theatre’s production of “RENT.”

Southern University Law Center Chancellor John Pierre speaks on the institution and its success. American writer, journalist, and media critic for The New Yorker Ken Auletta talks about his recent book "Hollywood Ending: Harvey Weinstein and the Culture of Silence".

Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser discusses several Baton Rouge issues as well as comments on the upcoming election. Executive director of The Walls Project Casey Philips talks about the organization, its work in the community beyond art, and its 10th Anniversary Event on Friday, August 5th at 6 p.m. at Chelsea's Live.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear who is on the ballot in Louisiana for November’s elections. And, we learn about plans to develop and restore Pontchartrain Beach.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the psychological impacts of navigating hurricanes. We also learn about an upcoming guitar festival and hear an update on the coal miners strike in Alabama.