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Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss various political topics including upcoming elections and the war in Iran. Longtime politico James Carville comments on various topics including upcoming elections and candidates, Pres. Trump, and the war in Iran.

Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray comments on the run off in the Louisiana senate race, and topical political subjects. Council member for District 10 Carolyn Coleman is joined by executive director of Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Chris Csonka to talk the upcoming 2026 Community Warrant Resolution event happening Friday, March 27th. For more information or to pre-register, please visit - https://www.ebrcjcc.org/ WRKF Station Manager Paul Maassen chats about the importance of donating to your local public radio station during the ongoing WRKF pledge drive. You can learn more about donating to WRKF here- https://wkrf.donorsupport.co/page/P26S

Today on Louisiana Considered, it’s been roughly one month since the U.S. and Israel launched a war with Iran. We’ll learn about the economic and human costs of the war, and when it might end. We also discuss the tax breaks incentivizing tech giants to build data centers in Louisiana, and catch up on the week in politics.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the controversial prosecutor Hugo Holland is now the de facto front runner in a race for Caddo Parish judge. Plus we learn about a radio station designed for blind listeners in New Orleans, and hear about funding woes for Baton Rouge public defenders.

Pastor Donnie Swaggart speaks on his life and work within the ministry over the years. Retired general surgeon Dr. Allen Saxon speaks on his latest work, "Training in Charity". Actor and life coach Michael Graham talks his life and career throughout the years and also his current endeavor, Mindset Matters Consulting.

Democratic Candidate for United States Senate Nick Albares talks his campaign and candidacy and also comments on world issues including the war in Iran. The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including the upcoming elections and prospective candidate debates.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why New Orleans may soon do away with curbside recycling. Plus, middle grade author Rachel Marsh is out with a new book all about coastal restoration and the state’s waterways. And we hear how some Mississippi lawmakers are pushing to restore voting rights for former felons.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the water main breaks in New Orleans, Shreveport and rural communities. We also hear about an upcoming banjo and guitar festival, and break down the week in politics.

Chief Executive Officer for the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students Adonica Pelichet Duggan talks the organization and its impact in the community. Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell talks various topics including the latest on the educational trust fund, the upcoming Senate election, and the war in Iran. Board president for DSAG Neal Choppin to speaks on the upcoming "Buddy Walk" event. For more information, visit, https://dsagbr.org/buddy-walk/.

Today on Louisiana Considered, Morning Edition host Diane Mack reflects on her more than 30 years in public radio as she heads towards retirement. Plus, in honor of March Madness, we look back on a story about the first integrated high school sports game in Louisiana.