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Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into a study that shows a correlation between extended heat waves and spikes in domestic violence. We also hear about initiatives to offer more educational opportunities and skills training to Louisiana’s maritime workforce. And we hear from a mother whose son survived Hurricane Katrina from a jail cell.

Talk Louisiana plays and encore interview with lawyer and personal legal adviser, fixer, confidant, and close friend to Johnny Carson, Henry Bushkin on Carson's 100th birthday. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various political topics including the upcoming special session and the ongoing government shutdown.

Longtime politico James Carville comments on various local and national political topics including upcoming elections, the ongoing government shutdown, and the Trump administration. MLB legend Denny McLain talks the latest in sports including Chauncey Billups and the upcoming opening of the World Series.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the latest legislative session where lawmakers will be making changes to 2026 election dates. We also hear about a program at Loyola to offer higher education to incarcerated students, and catch up on the week in politics.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about efforts to revitalize Louisiana’s slowing film and television industry. We also hear the details behind a spooky Halloween event at a former funeral home, and learn why Hyundai is committing to manufacturing in the U.S. despite immigration concerns.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a special event this Veterans Day to honor enslaved men who fought in the army during the Civil War. We also hear about a new behavioral health model improving access to care across New Orleans and learn why state officials didn’t sound the proper alarm during a deadly whooping cough outbreak.

Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish Sid Edwards talks the latest in Baton Rouge including the upcoming tax initiative election. Author and investigative journalist Dan Moldea comments on various topics including the ongoing government shutdown, congressional redistricting, and the latest with the Trump administration. Managing Artistic Director at Swine Palace and LSU Theatre Vastine Stabler is joined by actress Christine Saenez to speak on the upcoming show, "Miss Bennett: Christmas at Pemberley". For tickets, visit https://www.lsu.edu/cmda/theatre/events/2025-26_season.php.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how East Baton Rouge Parish officials are looking to close a $21 million deficit. We also hear about African and Creole influences on architecture throughout the state, and hear about a neighborhood beautification project celebrating a milestone.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks the Thrive proposal and also gives insight on upcoming events at the library. Political consultant George Kennedy comments on the world of political consulting and also various political topics. Writer, researcher, and cultural analyst Ashley Farmer talks her latest work, "Queen Mother".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how changes to federal spending will impact broadband expansion in Louisiana. We also learn about a new study on sepsis prevention in hospitals, and dive into a new law aiming to prevent youth from vaping.