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Today on Louisiana Considered, we dig into the back-and-forth between the 5th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court about the availability of Mifepristone via telehealth. We also dive into the latest population data on Louisiana, and chat with legendary Motown singer Martha Reeves about her life and career.

Congressman for Louisiana's 6th district Cleo Fields comments on the latest on the Supreme Court ruling regarding congressional districts and also the suspension of the US House election. Activist and co-founder of Abortion for America Kaitlyn Joshua comments on various topics locally and nationally including redistricting, upcoming elections, and amendments.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the recent Tulane University study that outlines the risks of living near a vanishing coastline and how to prepare for potential relocation. Plus, we get the details behind the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival’s opening production.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks the happenings in the city over the past month, and introduces "Mayor President for the day" Serenity Smith as a guest. Democratic candidate for congress in Louisiana's 5th District Lindsay Garcia speaks on her political philosophy, and gives her perspective on the offensive exchange that occurred during the recent committee hearing over redistricting. Author Tom Clavin discusses his newest book "Vengeance: The Last Stand of Custer, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull". Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami promotes the final River City Jazz Masters' performance of the year happening at the Manship Theatre. For more information visit- https://manshiptheatre.org/

The Advocate/The Times-Picayune reporter Tyler Bridges comments on various local topics including the upcoming US Senate election and congressional redistricting. Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss the upcoming primary election and the candidates.

Former Editor of The Advocate and The Times-Picayune Peter Kovacs gives his perspective on the current state of journalism and talks various political topics.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the wave of redistricting sweeping the South following the Callais decision. We also hear about what oak leaves can tell us about the level of carbon in the atmosphere and learn about nutrition education for medical school students.

The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the latest in national politics including the upcoming runoff elections, the midterm election, and Pres. Trump. Assistant professor in the Jepson School of Leadership Studies at the University of Richmond Lauren Nicole Henley talks her latest work "Inquisition for Blood".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why New Orleans is gaining access to unspent Katrina funds from FEMA. We also learn about a new clinic to address Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and dive into a documentary about liquified natural gas export terminals.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get a sneak peak of the June 27th ballot. We also hear about the impacts of Tropical Storm Arthur and learn about a new project to preserve memories of the University of New Orleans.