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Courtesy of Brad EwellToday on Louisiana Considered, we learn why President Trump is supporting a challenger to Bill Cassidy’s Senate seat. Plus, the story of a retired cop who discovered his biological father was locked up at Angola, and fought for his release. -
Kenny Lass/Tulane UniversityToday on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will raise Louisiana’s costs to run its food assistance program. We also hear how a Tulane lab is leading the way in research into ancient Mayan civilizations, and hear about the return of house call nurses in New Orleans.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we listen to the second part of the latest episode of “Voices of the Culture,” a podcast about Black Masking Indians. Two Big Chiefs and a Spy Boy discuss the pressures of rising in the ranks, the impacts of COVID and where they’ll be parading on Mardi Gras Day. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we listen to the first part of the latest episode of “Voices of the Culture,” a podcast about Black Masking Indians. Two big chiefs and a spy boy discuss how they came to this tradition, the impacts of tariffs and what they’re looking forward to on Mardi Gras day. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the findings from an investigation into lead levels at New Orleans playgrounds. We also hear what’s on deck at the 2026 Tulane Book Fest, and learn about the history of Black Theater in New Orleans. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a Louisiana doctor whose history of flexible care led to allegations of overprescribing for her patients. And, we visit the town of Dulac, where the closing of a community center has big implications for indigenous residents. -
On the next Louisiana Considered, we hear how cold weather is leading to fewer blood donations. We also hear about a Black artist finally getting the art installation in New Orleans he longed for during his life. And, we catch up on the week in politics. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a reimagined production of Hamlet taking the stage at The Nola Project. We also speak with a New Orleans filmmaker whose documentary will be screened at the upcoming Olympics. And, we hear about the New Orleans Saints' upcoming trip to Paris. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the state legislative sessions in Mississippi and Alabama. We also hear from a New Orleans investigative reporter who’s used her journalism experience to write her debut novel. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we check in on Mardi Gras at the nation’s capital. We also learn about Gov. Landry’s new energy industry plan, and hear the story behind Black History Month. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the presence of immigration enforcement could lead to a decline in Mardi Gras tourism. We also hear about the newest annex of the Acadian Museum of South Louisiana, and hear about a local guitarist’s latest tour. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the impact of federal immigration enforcement’s time in New Orleans, and why officers fell short of their goal. We also hear from two Black Masking Indians who discuss their cultural traditions and their new podcast.
