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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.

In today's fast-paced world, where virtually every recipe can be conjured up by doing a quick search online, do cookbooks really matter? After hearing this week's show, we think you'll join us in a resounding yes. Cookbooks teach us techniques and introduce us to new ingredients and cultures. They expand our palates and remind us of old-fashioned ways of doing things – ways that can evoke memories of our long lost loved ones.On this week's show, we meet Mason Hereford of Turkey and the Wolf and Molly's Rise and Shine. This relative newcomer has caused quite a stir here in New Orleans, serving formerly mundane items like a fried bologna sandwich, and transforming them into works of art. That's just one of the reasons Bon Appétit named Turkey and the Wolf America’s best new restaurant in 2017.Mason has become a fixture in national culinary headlines, but his most recent story had nothing to do with his kitchen. He tells us the story of how the first print run of his debut cookbook ended up at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean.Then, we hear from fifth-generation chicken keeper, Lisa Steele, whose blog "Fresh Eggs Daily" inspired her new book of the same name. Lisa shares her story as well as some egg-centric tips and tricks.Finally, we speak with David B. Hazelwood, who, along with David G. Smith, authored Cooking Southern: Recipes and Their History. At 586 pages thick, the new tome compiles over 1,800 historic recipes going back generations.For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

This week on Le Show, Harry Shearer reads the News of Microplastics, The Apologies of the Week, News of Inspectors General, News of the Atom, News of the Godly, News of the Warm, and more!

This Continuum presents early dance music by two early music ensembles, the New York Pro Musica and the New York Renaissance Band.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn the city of New Orleans has recently lifted its vaccine mandate for public spaces. And, we hear about a new program in East Baton Rouge Parish that will require high school students to take at least one advanced level class per year.

Today on Louisiana Considered, New Orleans City Council Member Joe Giarrusso tells us why he has proposed freezing over $10 million dollars from the city’s public works budget. We also hear the latest news from the state legislative session and learn about a new study on the deadliness of hurricanes.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why protestors at the state capitol are pushing back against some of the new proposed congressional maps. And, we learn about Orleans Parish School Board’s search for a new superintendent of schools.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss Black baseball players, teams and promoters in Louisiana. And, we learn how schools are better preparing for hurricanes and other natural disasters.