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Columnist and writer Quin Hillyer talks the tariffs going into effect and the negative affect on the country and the economy. Congressman Billy Tauzin comments on his support for Donald Trump and his tariffs.

Political science professor Robert Hogan talks various political topics including Trump and the effect of tariffs on the country. Lobbyist Joe Mapes speaks on his career and also Landry's upcoming address regarding Amendment 2. USA Today reporter Greg Hilburn comments on various local political topics. Author Hayley Krischer talks her latest work, "You Belong to Me".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get a preview of the state legislative session, which kicks off Monday. We also hear about a new Creole language TV series and what to expect at this year’s Festival International de Louisiane.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we speak with captains of Xavier University’s rowing team – the first HBCU coed crew in the country. Plus we learn about the consequences of a proposal to ban fluoride in Louisiana’s drinking water.

Former chief administrative officer for Sharon Weston Broome Darryl Gissel speaks on a few political topics including the Republican party in the state and also the controversy surrounding the Pentagon Barracks. Reporter for the Louisiana Illuminator Piper Hutchinson comments on the latest in higher education throughout the state. Policy Director at Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease Candace DeMatteis talks issues regarding vaccines. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster talks Al Gore on his recent appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the state Senate is debating legislation on restaurant reservation trading. We also speak with the winner of the Crescent City Classic’s wheelchair division, and hear about New Orleans-native Lil Wayne’s upcoming Jazz Fest performance.

Bishop of the Diocese of Baton Rouge Michael Duca speaks on the recent funeral of Pope Francis.Former LSU Manship School professor and author Bob Mann comments on various topics including his time in politics and higher education throughout the country. Reporter for The Advocate/The Times-Picayune Tyler Bridges talks the latest in Louisiana politics and the passing of former Louisiana Speaker of the House, Bubba Henry.

Republican Jim Talbot discusses his runoff for a council member seat for the city of St. George. District Attorney Hillar Moore talks the proposed millage for DA's office.

On today’s episode of Louisiana Considered, we dive into Major League Baseball’s “torpedo bat” trend with a trip to a bat manufacturer in Baton Rouge. We also talk about an upcoming conference on big towns, and hear about this year’s winners of the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities’ Bright Lights awards.

LSU Shreveport professor Jeff Sadow talks higher education throughout or state and country. President of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Information Center of Louisiana Kathy Coleman speaks on the upcoming conference. For more information, visit https://lagrg.org/. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and political topics including Trump and the Louisiana delegation.