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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear from the CEO of a local not-for-profit on her plans to grow small businesses throughout New Orleans. We also hear some questions and concerns about the debut of Olympic flag football, and catch up on the week in politics.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about escalating anti-deportation protests across the state. We also take a look at two new performances debuting this week: a jazzy musical tribute to Fats Waller, and a piano concerto by the New Resonance Orchestra.
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So, who is really responsible? And how common is this type of law enforcement infighting?
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how deportations under the Trump administration have sparked fears in a refugee community in Acadiana. We also look at legal accountability following the recent New Orleans jailbreak, and hear the details behind the Marigny Opera House’s latest performance.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, with lawsuits and political opposition standing its way, we get the latest on the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion Project. We also learn how a new app is trying to help our climate by cutting food waste and catch up on the week in politics.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an update on the largest jailbreak in state history. We also hear what’s on deck at New Orleans’ 50th annual Greek Fest, and hear how to care for kittens as the number of strays skyrockets this spring.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we air the latest episode of the Light Switch podcast. We dive into the debate over the state’s vanishing wetlands, and hear what a restoration scientist says about our fragile coast. We also learn about the decline of American shipbuilding and catch up on the week in politics.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the abortion bills advancing through the state legislature. We also dive into the history of lethal injections in the U.S. and hear about a queer comedy festival coming to New Orleans.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, with hurricane season just weeks away, we sit down with former Task Force Katrina commander, Lt. General Russel Honore to get his preparedness tips. And a local priest shares what having an American pope means for the larger Catholic community.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the latest rift between Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the city council. We also learn about environmental hopes and concerns over a Mississippi River offshoot, and hear what Black Catholics hope to see from the new pope.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the Angola Prison Rodeo. While some see the tradition as an opportunity for inmates to showcase their artistic and vocational skills, others argue it’s dangerous and dehumanizing. Plus, we learn about the state’s whooping cough crisis.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new ordinance that aims to protect sex workers in New Orleans. We also hear what’s on deck at this year’s Bayou Boogaloo Festival, and how New Orleans’ Project Lazarus has been serving people affected by AIDS for 40 years.