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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about hopes for better transportation systems across the Gulf South. We also hear from a luthier and violinist about how to care for old instruments, and learn about Irish immigration history in Louisiana.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we check in with communities in the Mississippi Delta devastated by recent storms. We also learn about a new approach to dealing with gun violence in New Orleans and hear about Opera Louisiane’s upcoming performance.

Claimly is an app to get your insurance claim settled, Cluey Consumer rates retailers so you can shop with a clear conscience.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get a behind-the-scenes look at a brand new podcast from WWNO and WRKF’s coastal desk: Sea Change! Plus, Tulane professor and bestselling biographer Walter Isaacson tells us about receiving the National Humanities Medal.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new film series that looks at the intersection between two musical genres. Plus we hear about the NOLA Project’s latest production and get an update on short-term rental agreements.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new exhibit that shares the history of African American midwives. Plus we say goodbye to longtime host at WWNO, Karl Lengel, and celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about the first New Orleans convent for free women of color.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about BirdFoot Festival’s upcoming performances as it celebrates its 11th season with chamber music in venues across New Orleans. Plus, performances of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof continue at Le Petit Theatre in conjunction with the Tennessee Williams Festival in New Orleans, and we hear about a team of attorneys and advocates that have been visiting detention centers in Louisiana to teach detainees about their legal rights.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about alternatives to fossil fuel transportation in southeast Louisiana. Then, we learn about an upcoming symposium at Tulane University that explores contemporary Indigenous cultures.

This is American Routes for St. Patrick's, with singers, fiddlers and pickers from Ireland to Appalachia live in this hour. Sharing Irish, bluegrass and country tunes with one another at the 80th National Folk Festival. Beginning with brothers Rob and Ronnie McCoury playing banjo and mandolin on stage in Salisbury, Maryland, 2021 with Ronnie's tune, " Quicksburg Rondevouz."

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about problem gambling and potential solutions for those who are addicted. Then, we learn about the importance of planning for your own death care.