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Former Gretna Mayor Ronnie Harris talks the upcoming LSU Libraries Book Bazaar. For more information, visit https://lib.lsu.edu/25/03/07/2025bookbazaar. Radio Two LLC owners Tony Brown and Martin Johnson discus their dispute with The Federal Communications Commission. The Advocate's Mark Ballard speaks on various political topics including the latest with President Trump and tariffs.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new process to recycle plastics that don’t go in the recycling bin. We also hear an update on the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board as its leader prepares to depart, and catch up on the week in politics.

Politician Luke Mixon speaks on various political topics including the results of the constitutional amendment election and the Signalgate leak. MLB legend Denny McLain comments on the opening of the MLB season. Journalist and author Jeanne Carstensen talks her latest work, "A Greek Tragedy".

Today on Louisiana Considered, NPR host Mary Louise Kelly joins us for a conversation about her new memoir, “It. Goes. So. Fast.” We also hear from former coastal reporter Halle Parker as she prepares to take on a new role at Verite News. And we catch up on the latest news from the Acadiana region.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear what’s next for the breakaway city of St. George after voters rejected a proposed form of government. And an attorney tells us about the status of foreign students and professors’ rights as the Trump administration cracks down on immigration.

Healthcare Economist for BlueCross BlueShield Mike Bertaut talks 15 years since the Affordable Care Act was put into place and also what the future looks like in terms of healthcare. Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller gives his thoughts on Amendment 2 and the building of the Hyundai steel mill.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an update on the 2025 March Madness tournaments. We also learn why Louisianans might soon be losing food assistance benefits, and hear about an upcoming festival of contemporary classical music.

Coming up on Louisiana Considered, the breakaway city of St. George is preparing for its first election. We hear what's on the ballot. Plus, we learn about the Nous Foundation’s trip to the Library of Congress and hear why new data centers in the South are creating few permanent jobs.

Pollster John Couvillon discusses the upcoming election and the early voter turn-out. Author Mark Kram Jr remembers George Foreman and his father, Mark Kram. Former educator and birthday-girl Elizabeth Dent talks her personal philosophy. Happy Birthday, Elizabeth!

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a family in Metairie recently deported by ICE. They say they were tricked. We also learn how college athletes at smaller schools across the state are making their own NIL deals and hear from a New Orleans artist about her new album.