Louisiana Considered
Weekdays at noon and 7:30pm
Louisiana Considered brings you in-depth news and lively conversations about the stories that matter most to South Louisiana.
The news magazine airs Monday through Friday at noon and features the region's top journalists, newsmakers and artists from South Louisiana. The show is produced by the WWNO and WRKF newsrooms and airs in both New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new exhibit to honor Louisiana’s first championship-winning little league baseball team. We also learn how the town of Port Fourchon is taking a closer look at its role in global warming, and hear about the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company’s upcoming production of “Summer and Smoke.” -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new cancer screening unit..on wheels. We also hear updates on Louisiana’s system of juvenile justice and learn how deaths following hurricane Ida led to the requirement of carbon monoxide detectors in homes.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a summer camp to help Native American youth learn more about their culture and climate change. We also get a political roundup from Stephanie Grace and learn about the upcoming Satchmo Summerfest.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why minor league hockey may be returning to the Pelican state. And, in honor of National Oyster Day, we check in with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why scientists are studying bats to help better understand coronaviruses and how they spread. We also learn about the new nonprofit news organization, Verite, and hear a sweet, summer memory from NPR commentator Ed Cullen.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how a festival in the French Quarter is honoring New Orleans’ jazz legend Louis Armstrong. We also hear about the Warehouse District’s upcoming White Linen Night and dive into Louisiana lakes, where the people fishing are catching catfish — with their hands.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the organization 100 Black Men is aiming to decrease violence in Baton Rouge through youth mentoring programs. And we speak with internationally-ranked Rubik’s cube competitor Dylan Miller.
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Today in Louisiana Considered, the legal cloud that has hung over New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams since his term began is finally gone, and we hear about what that means for the city. We also learn how activists are working to protect access to Plan B, and hear how rising temperatures are causing deadly conditions in prisons. And, we dive into the life and legacy of LSU basketball star Pistol Pete Maravich.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear what the Louisiana Legislature’s Medical Marijuana Commission accomplished and fell short on in the most recent session. We also hear an encore piece from the late New Orleans author and commentator, Ronnie Virgets, and learn how the state is responding to the Biden administration’s expanded interpretation of Title IX.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why doula services are now more widely available for Louisiana workers. And, we hear about an exhibit honoring one of New Orleans’ most influential pianists, Professor Longhair.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how New Orleans teenagers can access free RTA cards for a trip to the library. We also learn about a new art exhibit highlighting the environmental crisis in the Gulf South, and hear from the director of the Summer Lyric Theatre’s production of “RENT.”
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear who is on the ballot in Louisiana for November’s elections. And, we learn about plans to develop and restore Pontchartrain Beach.
