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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new law that gives parents money to spend on private education for their children. We also get a sneak peak of a cultural event that kicks off the New Orleans arts season and visit three climate-smart farms in Mississippi.

Financial advisor Fred Dent gives an assessment of the markets thus far. Former EBR Parish city council member and founder of The W Consulting Group and Community Builders, Inc. Tara Wicker gives her perspective on abortion rights and it's impact on the upcoming presidential election. The Washington Post's Emily Wax-Thibodeaux talks on men's perspective on reproductive rights by referencing her Washington Post article "A Louder Voice in Fighting Abortion Bans: Men in Red States".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about new grant funding for projects to address compensation for early childhood educators. We also hear about a traveling art exhibit that sheds light on the toll of the death penalty, and learn about a new treatment for sickle cell disease.

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.