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Upright and electric bassist, composer, and arranger Amina Scott speaks on her career to this point and also several upcoming performances. For more information, visit http://www.aminascott.com/#shows-aminascott-section. Former WAFB anchor George Sells discusses the sudden departure of Tucker Carlson from FOX News and Don Lemon from CNN.

Film maker Kira Akerman talks her debut film, Hollow Tree, which will be screened April 15th at the Manship Theatre. For more information, visit https://www.manshiptheatre.org/show/hollow-tree-with-filmmaker-q-a. Author Kim Sherwood speaks on her latest work, "Double or Nothing". Chief Print Editor and Global Writing Chief at The Wall Street Journal Alex Martin sheds light on the Russian detainment of his colleague Evan Gershkovich as well as comments on Donald Trump. President and CEO of BBB South Central Louisiana Carmen Million talks the annual Shred Fest to be held this weekend, April 15th. For more information, visit https://allevents.in/baton%20rouge/16th-annual-free-community-shred-fest/200024249388723#:~:text=16th%20Annual%20Free%20Community%20Shred,April%2015%202023%20%7C%20AllEvents.in.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss why the EPA is taking emergency action to try and force one chemical plant in Louisiana to reduce or immediately halt its emissions. We also learn about the upcoming Baton Rouge Blues Festival and hear from those objecting to the growth of dollar stores in the Gulf South.

President and CEO of STAR Morgan Lamandre gives information on the organization and new developments within. Former Gretna, LA mayor Ronnie Harris speaks on his career as mayor and the LSU Libraries Bazaar. Author, journalist, and writer Brianna Holt discusses her latest work, "In Our Shoes".

Army veteran, global authority on leadership, and an expert on climate change and disaster preparedness General Russel Honore discusses several political topics including the Tennessee expulsion of lawmakers and gun control issues. Louisiana State Senator for District 12 Beth Mizell gives insight into the bill proposal regarding LA bar entry age. Author Timothy Egan talks his recent book "A Fever in the Heartland".

Psycholinguist, cognitive scientist, psychologist, and professor Viorica Marian talks her latest work, "The Power of Language". Baton Rouge Police Chief Murphy Paul discusses gun violence in the city and also remembers the two officers killed in the recent helicopter crash. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives insight to what's going on in Washington and also the upcoming legislative session. Baton Rouge known club operator Glen Bynum speaks on his life in the restaurant and bar industry over the years.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new study from Tulane University on sea level rise in the Gulf South. We also hear about the problem of worker misclassification in Louisiana and hear about the growing anti-dollar store movement.

Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster reflects on the lives of Gus Weill, Richard Ieyoub, and Wayne Sims and also discusses various LA political topics. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on state and national politics including the upcoming primary.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the Jefferson Parish School Board plan to close down six schools and relocate two others. Plus, we hear about the launch of a new nursing program from Ochsner Health and Delgado Community College, and catch up on this week in politics.

Louisiana State Representative and candidate for governor Richard Nelson gives insight on his candidacy and campaign for governor. The Advocate and Times-Picayune's Stephanie Grace discusses various political topics throughout the state including the upcoming election and its candidates. Former member of the Louisiana State Senate and candidate for Lt. Governor Elbert Guillory talks his candidacy and other political issues.