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 one reporter reflect on his year of covering Lake Charles. We also learn about a new podcast that dives into the failures of Alabama’s prison system, and discover why FEMA is struggling to provide trailers for bayou parish residents. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how dogs help guide children in navigating their developing relationships. We also learn more about the current legislative session at the state Capitol and get an update on unionizing efforts at multiple Starbucks locations.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why one LSU professor has been recognized for his accomplishments in wetlands research. Then, we hear about Xavier University’s plan to open a medical school as a way to increase diversity in the field of medicine.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about the return of the Bayou Boogaloo coming this weekend. Then, we learn about the NOLA Project’s world premiere of Treasure Island.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the future of the use of solitary confinement on youth in state facilities. We also hear about economic development in the small town of Vidalia and learn why Starbucks workers across the country are launching union campaigns.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear a roundup of the week’s political news in Louisiana. Gov. John Bel Edwards also joins us from Arkansas to discuss economic growth in the country’s middle region.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the state is honoring officers during National Police Week. Then, we hear the second edition of Liner Notes, our new segment where we talk with a Louisiana band to analyze one of their original songs.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an update on the state of Louisiana air quality. We also learn why one New Orleans school is getting a new name, and learn about our state’s native species of snakes.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the season-ender at the New Orleans Opera House. Then, we hear what’s coming during the 55th year of Summer Lyric Theatre.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, it’s all about water! We learn about efforts to restore and revitalize waterways in both Baton Rouge and Lake Charles.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear a weekly roundup of political events. We also learn how a local artist is exploring his Black and queer identities in a new exhibition, and get a taste of all the food that Jazz Fest has to offer.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the Tunica-Biloxi tribe of Louisiana is expanding knowledge of tribal language and culture through educational programs. Then, we learn about plans for rapid bus transit in New Orleans.
