Search results for

Author Chuck Klosterman talks his life and career over the years and also his latest work, "Football". Veteran attorney Lewis Unglesby talks the start to his career and work over the years and also comments on the latest in the political world. Executive director of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana and author Frank Perez talks speaks on his latest work, "Café Lafitte in Exile".

The Advocate's Patrick Sloan-Turner speaks on the latest in local news including the indictment of Liz Murrill, and Tony Spell.Vice President and Executive Editor of Tiger Rag Todd Horne joins Sloan-Turner to comment on the new LSU arena and Bayou Fountain Economic Development District. Former LSU Manship School professor Bob Mann talks various political topics including the death of Lindsey Graham and Louisiana State Sen. Larry Selders, and also the latest on Pres. Trump and Mitch McConnell.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about plans for an expansion of what’s already a massive data center in Richland Parish. We also dive into efforts to preserve a local War of 1812 battlefield, and we hear about a local Bastille Day celebration.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how a Baton Rouge community fridge is keeping fresh food available all summer long. We also break down the weeklong New Orleans celebration of spirits, Tales of the Cocktail. And we discuss the life and legacy of state Senator Larry Selders, who died recently.

Mayor President for the city of Baton Rouge Sid Edwards talks a variety of city subjects including cleaning up blight and crime. Public affairs specialist for the US Small Business Administration Michelle Genovese is joined by media relations specialist for FEMA Nate Custer to expound upon their work involving disaster relief for parishes affected by tropical storm Arthur. Southern University professor of political science Albert Samuels discusses political topics including the trials amidst the aftermath of redistricting.

In light of the America 250 celebrations, we look back on the Battle of Baton Rouge, a chapter of Revolutionary War history that took place in Louisiana, today on Louisiana Considered. Plus, we hear about adaptive water skiing for kids with disabilities.

Co-chair of the Democratic Socialists of America Baton Rouge chapter Jessica Converse speaks on the current administration and the philosophy of the DSA. Minister and Executive Director of Non-Profit at Jubilee Pioneers Reverend Chris Andrews is joined by former educator Elizabeth Dent to discuss topical local news such as Billy Tauzin's engagement announcement.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get the latest on the tropical storm headed towards the Gulf. We also hear why teens are struggling to find summer jobs, and we dive into the data on the lack of state job growth in the last 20 years.

Veteran journalist and co-founder of Red Eye JR Ball talks the latest in local news including City Park Golf Course, and community pools. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including the upcoming midterm elections and the latest with Pres. Trump.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about Gov. Jeff Landry’s recent remarks criticizing New Orleans. We also learn why Louisiana Republicans are now targeting centrist democrats, and dive into a new podcast on Negro Leagues baseball history in Puerto Rico.