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On today’s episode of Louisiana Considered, we learn how an Alabama woman is using regenerative farming techniques to offset the effects of climate change. Also, we hear about the throughlines connecting traditional Brazilian music and dance with contemporary ballet, and learn how some incarcerated people must wait months for mental health treatment before they can stand trial.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about an exhibit exploring the narratives woven into Black hair through an artistic lens. We also discuss how the indictment of one New Orleans priest for sexual assault landed the archdiocese in bankruptcy court and why the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating a small Mississippi town’s police department.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a proposed bill that would expand execution methods in Louisiana. Plus Charlotte Claiborne, executive director of the Bridge Center in Baton Rouge, joins us to discuss the mental health organization’s recent 3rd anniversary. Later, the State Library of Louisiana is celebrating Black History Month with a virtual presentation featuring Mona Lisa Saloy, the state’s former poet laureate.

Secretary of the Department of Children and Family Services David Matlock gives insight into the new regime. Co-founder of The Louisiana Environmental Action Network (LEAN) Marylee Orr talks what's going on in environmental legislation. Political reporter for WRKF Molly Ryan speaks on the upcoming crime session.

President of the Louisiana Chemical Association Greg Bowser speaks on the chemical industry's impact on the environment and also the liquefied natural gas controversy. President of BHCHP and an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School Dr. James O'Connell gives insight into his work with the homeless by referencing his book, "Stories From the Shadows". Board-certified physician and award-winning wellness speaker Dr. Romie Mushtaq talks her latest work, "The Busy Brain Cure".

Rabbi Barry Weinstein of Temple Sinai is joined by chairman of the Islamic Center of Baton Rouge Emad Nofal to discuss their differences in religion as friends. Bible scholar John Dominic Crossan talks scripture in relation to love.

Executive director of the Ports Association of Louisiana Jennifer Marusak speaks on the port system and processes to keep it going. Mass communication specialist Jensen Moore gives a recap on the Super Bowl commercials. Film Programming Manager at Manship Theatre Kelly Swift talks upcoming movies to be shown at the Manship. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers longtime NPR "Moring Edition" host Bob Edwards on his recent passing.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the Justice Department is investigating the police force in a small Mississippi town. We also break down Louisiana’s property taxes and listen back to a story on the history of prohibition in the state.

Washington Post journalist Joby Warrick talks Donald Trump and his recent comments regarding NATO. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on the cancellation of the Blue Cross and Elevance merge and also Washington politics. Managing artistic director for the Swine Palace Vastine Stabler and member of the cast Marina Deyoe-Pedraza gives insight into an upcoming production, "The Book of Will". For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/theatre/events/index.php.

Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray talks the upcoming special session on crime, the cancellation of Blue Cross Blue Shield and Elevance merge, and other local and national political topics. Director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Dr. Griffin Rogers speaks on the importance of being informed on the importance of kidney health. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers veteran NPR broadcaster Bob Edwards.