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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear an interview with Shawn Wilson, the democratic candidate running in Louisiana’s 2023 governor’s race. Plus we learn about the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe’s first Pow Wow since before the COVID-19 pandemic. And we catch up on this week in politics. That’s coming up.

Commissioner of Insurance for the state of Louisiana Jim Donelon discusses the legislative session as well as insurance issues throughout the city. President of the East Baton Rouge Parish school board Dadrius Lanus talks budget issues and the overall East Baton Rouge Parish education system. Author Stephanie McNeal speaks on her latest book, "Swipe Up for More!".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about the New Orleans Public Library’s summer fun and reading challenge. Plus we learn about an upcoming production of Twelfth Night and hear how climate-smart agriculture can also uphold environmental justice.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss what came out of this year’s legislative session. WRKF statehouse reporter Molly Ryan and the Times-Picayune’s editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace give us their takeaways. Plus, we hear an interview with Louisiana Independent gubernatorial candidate Hunter Lundy.

ACLU of Louisiana Legal Director Nora Ahmed joined Jim to talk about legislation nearing final legislative passage that would prohibit public school teachers from discussing sexual or gender identity with students during a classroom setting. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray came on the show to give her thoughts on Congress approving the debt ceiling deal. Wray also gave her thoughts on the looming statewide elections, including the possibility of another Democrat entering the governor's race.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard discusses several political topics including Donald Trump's recent indictment and also the Louisiana congressional map. Retired lieutenant general and leader of TheGreenArmy General Russel Honore talks the end of the legislative session and the results.

Unitarian Universalist Minister Rev. Darcy Roake is joined by member of Louisiana Right to Life Sarah Zagorski Jones to discuss the overturning of Roe vs. Wade as well as women's rights. Associate professor of ethics and women's studies at Duke University Dr. Kathy Rudy gives her take on current controversial topics such as gender identity.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how Louisiana state parks are becoming more accessible for people with disabilities. Plus, we hear how the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on redistricting in Alabama may impact a similar case in Louisiana.

President and CEO of the Council for A Better Louisiana (CABL) Barry Erwin gives a recap of the recent legislative session and also discusses a potential veto session. Senator Beth Mizell speaks on the recent legislative session as well a upcoming constitutional amendments. Retired Air Force Master Sergeant Sandy Franks talks the importance of women veterans on the United States Women Veteran's Day.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the book banning debate that’s been troubling communities across the state. First, we hear from the anti-book banning side in our conversation with the founders of Louisiana Citizens Against Censorship. Then, we speak with a representative from Citizens for a New Louisiana, a group that advocates for more public scrutiny over school library books.