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Today on Louisiana Considered, we remember the life of Norman C. Francis, the New Orleans civil rights leader and longtime Xavier University president.. We also hear about a new recording of the earliest-known opera written by a Black composer.

The youngest of the 1957 Little Rock Nine Carlotta Walls LaNier reflects on her life and times by referencing her latest work "A Mighty Long Way". Lawyer and author Warren Perrin talks his life throughout the years as well as the importance of the preservation of French culture.

Radio host, author, and political commentator Michael Medved speaks in depth on the president's state of the union address from last night. Candidate for Louisiana House of Representatives (District 69) Angela Roberts discusses her campaign and philosophies. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua also joins to advocate and endorse Angela.

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.

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.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the state’s reserve funds are currently flush with cash — but may not stay that way. We also hear about an upcoming LSU symposium on the history of politics and the media. Plus, we hear about innovative blood cancer treatment in Baton Rouge.

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/.

Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy comments on various topics including the staged wreck scheme in New Orleans, the Trump administration, and the upcoming Senate election. Louisiana State Senator Franklin Foil speaks on the war in Iran and also the ongoing Legislative Session. Grandson of author Ernest Gaines, Nicholas Smith gives insight into the bill proposal to honor Gaines on a portion of LA Highway 1.

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.

Former LSU basketball player and LSU and BREC board member Collis Temple comments on various topics including the world of NIL, LSU and Troy Middleton, and the City Park Golf Course. Veteran anchorman George Sells speaks on the demise of CBS Radio News. Pastor Donnie Swaggart talks tonight's "Parental Awareness Night". For more information, visit https://www.fwcbr.org/events/parental-awareness-night/2026-03-24.