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Current NAACP Louisiana State Conference President Michael McClanahan comments on various local and national political topics. Former editor of The Advocate Peter Kovacs speaks on the state of newspapers and media locally and nationally. Author John Wilson talks his latest work, "Varsity Blues".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about the push to bring back a federal program that helped schools buy food from local farms. We also dive into an investigation of Steward Health Care to learn how the hospital chain’s owners lined their pockets at the expense of patient care.

Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by Republican Political consultant Scott Wilfong to discuss various topics including the latest with several bills, Trump, and Biden. Author Susan Mustafa talks her latest work, "Blood Moon Over Bohemia'.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an update on the largest jailbreak in state history. We also hear what’s on deck at New Orleans’ 50th annual Greek Fest, and hear how to care for kittens as the number of strays skyrockets this spring.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by the executive director for Invest Louisiana Jan Moller to discuss various local political topics. Reporter for the Louisiana Illuminator Piper Hutchinson comments on higher education topics throughout the state including William Tate moving to Rutgers.

Former State Representative and now President and Chief Executive Officer of Lamar Advertising Sean Reilly comments on various topics including higher education institutions throughout the country, as well as the advertising world. Author and reporter Leo Honeycutt is joined by The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges talk Edwin Edwards on the 25th anniversary of his conviction and also speak on the new Pope Leo XIV.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss a current lawsuit involving Angola Farm Line workers fighting against harsh working conditions, and examine how the history of prison labor is deeply rooted in slavery. We also learn how Treme residents are addressing urban flooding issues.

Legal Director for the ACLU of Louisiana Nora Ahmed talks various topics including latest on Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act. Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on local and national political topics including Trump's administration thus far.

Today on Louisiana Considered, reigning Kentucky Derby champion jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. tells us about last year’s photo finish and how he’s attempting a repeat win this weekend. Plus we hear what’s on deck for the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra’s next season.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how proposed Medicaid cuts could affect people with disabilities and their caregivers. Plus, we speak with a Loyola student who is set to debut original music at Jazz Fest. And we catch up on the week in politics.