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Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down last week’s Democratic National Convention. We hear a rundown from political consultant James Carville and more about the Louisiana woman who shared her personal story at the convention.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why inmates in New Orleans will have to wait an extra year for reduced phone call rates, despite new federal regulation. We also speak with the NOLA Project’s new artistic director and hear how schools in the South are keeping football players safe in extreme heat.

Former LSU basketball player Jose Vargas reflects on his career at LSU and what he's been up to since. Professor in the Center for Computation & Technology Supratik Mukhopadhyay speaks on the idea revolutionizing chronic disease with AI. Psychiatrist Dr. Melvyn Lurie talks the mind's effect on politics. Veteran anchorman George Sells comments on the upcoming election.

Assistant Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks whats new at the library including the upcoming 85th anniversary of the EBR Parish library, other upcoming events, and also the latest on library cards. Delta College President Billy Clark speaks on his journey to this point and also the importance and impact of Delta College. Pollster Bernie Pinsonat comments on the upcoming presidential and mayoral elections and their candidates.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear from a member of the U.S. Blind Soccer team who discusses his journey in the sport and this year’s Paralympics. Plus, we visit the Hansen’s Disease Programs Museum to learn about the nation’s oldest leprosarium.

Commissioner of Insurance of Louisiana Tim Temple talks the insurance crisis, the effects of insurance rates due to hurricane season, and the Louisiana fortified roof program. Former Baton Rouge Advocate reporter George Morris remembers the great Paul Dietzel on what would have been his 100th birthday.

Executive Director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Louisiana and Mississippi Chapters Meghan Goldbeck gives insight into the statistics of suicide and also the importance of this Suicide Prevention Month. A representative for Hispanic Heritage Month Discovery Day Robert Freeland speaks on the upcoming holiday and its impact throughout the community. For more information, visit https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/event/discovery-day%3A-celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month/227791/. Louisiana political analyst Ron Faucheux comments on various political topics including the upcoming presidential and mayoral debates.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the findings from New Orleans 2024 Music Census. We also speak with the new president of Grambling State University, the youngest ever in HBCU history, and we return to Rickwood Field to visit a former Negro League Baseball Player on his 100th birthday.

Istrouma High head football coach and candidate for mayor Sid Edwards talks his decision to run for mayor-president and his campaign. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray comments on the upcoming presidential election, the upcoming presidential debate in Philadelphia and also remembers Baton Rouge attorney Mary Olive Pierson.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get the latest updates as Francine prepares to make landfall in Louisiana. We also learn why the New Orleans City Council is cracking down on short-term rental laws and hear how a performance artist is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.