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On today’s show, we hear the latest on the controversial Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion. Also, we learn the storied history of Shreveport Little Theatre, and look back at a conversation about Colony, Alabama.

Filmmaker Scott Sullivan talks his latest film related to gun violence, "Chances". For more information, visit https://www.sulliscope.com/. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges speaks on the upcoming governor's election and its candidates. Candidate for Louisiana Secretary of State Brandon Trosclair gives insight into his campaign and candidacy.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the latest on the candidates who are running for state office this fall. Also, we learn about a new survey of violence in Louisiana, and compare the data with a similar study conducted in California.

Legal director for the ACLU of Louisiana Nora Ahmed comments on the state of reproductive rights post the overturning of Roe v. Wade and also congressional redistricting. President of the EBR Parish School Board Dadrius Lanus speaks on the recent issues with school transportation workers and other school employees. SoFi's Student Loan manager Brian Walsh gives insight into the world of student loan forgiveness.

Head of the Louisiana Independent Party Bill Bryan is joined by Associate Professor of Political Science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss the upcoming primary election as well as the candidates. Custom tailor and designer Manuel Martinez gives some style tips on fashion in these hot temperatures.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why bus drivers — and cafeteria workers — called in sick in East Baton Rouge Parish schools, forcing the district to cancel classes. Also, the story of a recently-identified Louisiana sailor who was killed in Pearl Harbor, and we learn about a new statewide reading initiative.

Pulitzer-winning syndicated columnist Clarence Page gives insight on the upcoming Milwaukee Republican debate as well as the latest on the scandal regarding the 2009 film, "The Blind Side". Louisiana AFL-CIO Secretary/Treasurer Matt Wood talks the upcoming governor's election and their endorsement. Brock Kantrow and Sarah Barlow from BRCC speak on BRCC athletics and the college overall.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we speak to the author of a new book on the impact of social media during disaster recovery. Plus, ahead of the upcoming governor’s race, we look back at a conversation about Louisiana’s – and the nation’s – first Black governor.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the story of an LSU student who responded to tragedy with a plan to make a Baton Rouge neighborhood safer and more welcoming. Plus, we hear from Baton Rouge’s newest poet laureate on the importance of teaching literature.

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray speaks on the upcoming governor's election and its candidates and also the latest on the litigation regarding Baton Rouge schools. The Advocate's Mark Ballard gives insight into the recent Milwaukee Republican debate as well as the 2024 presidential election.