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Louisiana native and holder of the Guinness World Record for the largest afro on a living human Aevin Dugas talks her natural hair journey to this point. Community Organizer for the Power Coalition for Equity and Justice Kaitlyn Joshua speaks on job opportunities for the formally incarcerated as well as upcoming elections. Author, civil rights lawyer, and executive director of the Justice Innovation Lab Jared Fishman gives insight into his latest work, "Fire on the Levee". Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers Harry Belafonte.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down House Bills 466 and 81, which are targeting the rights of LGBTQ+ youth in schools and attempting to ban discussions of gender and sexuality in the classroom. We also hear an update on the LSU lakes system and take a look back at the first New Orleans Jazz Fest after Hurricane Katrina.

CFA of Dent Wealth Advisors Fred Dent gives insight into the debt ceiling, effects on the the markets, and the state of stocks in comparison to last year. ABC board member Scott Wilfong discusses the future of Tiger Land bar "Reggie's" amid LSU student Madison Brooks death. Professor at University of Nevada, Reno and author Valerie Fridland talks her latest work "Like, Literally, Dude."

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new exhibit at the Historic New Orleans Collection that tells the story of Black women fighting for their right to vote. We also learn about an oral history project capturing the memories of past Jazz Fests, and hear about a Ukrainian family resettling in Birmingham, Alabama.

Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives Joe Marino discusses the bill proposal to increase pay for state law makers. Former editor of The Advocate Peter Kovacs reflects on his time at The Advocate and also talks the current state of the paper and journalism as a whole. AARP of Louisiana's Director of Advocacy Andrew Muhl speaks on the bill proposal regarding senior citizens. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers legendary trumpeter Al Hirt.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how a new TV cooking series honors the legacy of legendary New Orleans chef Leah Chase. We also hear the details behind this year’s Jazz Fest and learn about plans to expand The Advocate newsroom to Shreveport.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about an upcoming cook-off event in Lafayette to benefit Team Gleason, an organization dedicated to improving life and providing technologies for ALS patients. Plus, we hear about an upcoming art exhibit that celebrates the life of a Baton Rouge native.

Robert and Rita Wetta Adams Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Louisiana State University Kevin Cope gives his view on LSU's Audubon Day. Musician, composer, producer and promoter Henry Turner Jr. talks the blues and its background as well as his upcoming performance at the Soul Food Festival. For more information, visit https://bontempstix.com/events/6th-annual-baton-rouge-soul-food-festival-5-18-2023. Station manager and WWNO general manager Paul Maassen talks the state of the station and this years Spring Member Drive. To contribute, visit https://www.wrkf.org/become-a-member.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down Trump’s recent endorsement of Attorney General Jeff Landry for Louisiana governor. We also hear from the 16-year-old New Orleans high school senior who received record-breaking college scholarship offers, and we learn about a new Baton Rouge art exhibit that explores the complexity of addiction.

Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea discusses Donald Trumps liability in the recent sexual abuse and defamation case as well as the debt ceiling. Former LSU gymnast and Louisiana Sports Hall of Famer Susan Jackson gives her thoughts on NIL deals and also comments on LSU Lady Tiger's Angel Reese. Environmentalist Bob Jacobsen gives insight into flood issues and insurance throughout the area.