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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new investigation into the shortcomings of a federal program to rebuild New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Plus, we hear about a traveling exhibit on the life and death of Emmett Till.

LSU Geology professor Brooks Ellwood talks his findings on LSU's Indian Mounds being the oldest man-made structure in North America. Louisiana State Representative for District 98 Garey Forster is joined by Southeastern professor and political authority Dayne Sherman to discuss several political topics including recent and upcoming elections and their candidates as well as the verdict of the 2019 killing of Ronald Greene. Musician James Linden Hogg talks his upcoming performance and book signing for his recent book "Finding Faith in the Waste Land" held at Cavalier House Books on December 17th at 2 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.livingstonparishnews.com/comingup/author-musician-to-launch-new-book-at-cavalier-house-books/article_4151694c-7cba-11ed-a134-8bbd544175e2.html.

Sportscaster Tim Brando talks his career throughout the years and also reflects on the career of Mike Leach amid his recent sudden passing. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on several political topics including the upcoming governors election.

Some violins are more than a century old! Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the craft, care, and repair of these instruments can be a full-time job. Plus, we get an update on last night’s destructive weather, and hear about new efforts to expand Louisiana’s nursing workforce.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we talk with the archivist who tracked down footage of Mardi Gras’ Krewe of Rex from 1898. Plus, we hear an update on charges for the murder Ronald Greene, and hear the final installment of Bobbi-Jeanne Misick’s investigation into Cameroonian asylum-seekers.

Veteran sports writer George Morris remembers the great college football coach Bear Bryant on the 40th anniversary of his death. Alcohol Beverage Control board member Scott Wilfong gives insight to the boards decision following the tragic death of LSU student Madison Brooks. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks Washington Mardi Gras and several political topics including the banning of income tax and the upcoming governor's race.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an inside look at the new National Treasure TV series that takes place and was filmed in Baton Rouge. Plus, NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with two Louisianans fighting for financial compensation after being exonerated for crimes they did not commit.

Chair of the Board of Louisiana Progress and founder of 10,000 Women Louisiana Dr. Melissa Flournoy is joined by Col. Rob Maness to discuss violence throughout the city amid the recent night club shooting as well at their thoughts on the banning of assault weapons. Councilman Darryl Hurst comments on the crime in North Baton Rouge speaking on the recent night club shooting and also the pulling of The Harmony Behavioral Health Center.

Owner & Attorney at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Gordan McKernan discusses the evolution of the advertising world in law as well as the NIL world in relation to his work with college athletes throughout Louisiana including LSU. Author Jeff Hobbs gives insight to his recent work, "Children of the State".

Today on Louisiana Considered, New Orleans bounce artist Big Freedia tells us about her new TV series coming this summer. Plus we hear about a new collection of music catered for those in need of healing. And we learn how healthcare staffing shortages are changing emergency care and ambulatory services.