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On the two-year anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, we examine the state of abortion access in Louisiana and hear about the clinic at the center of the court case. Also, we learn how the promise of “40 acres and a mule” came true for some formerly enslaved people after the Civil War — and how the U.S. government subsequently broke that promise.

This week Continuum continues its exploration of the history of early music with this program of Renaissance sacred music.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the Living School in New Orleans East is closing its doors for good. Plus we learn about a new Shakespeare show that condenses 37 plays into 90 minutes, and hear about a canoe program that teaches kids how to paddle down the mighty Mississippi.

On the second episode of Road to Rickwood, we hear about the incredible highs and painful lows of playing Negro League baseball in the south.

Louisiana saw its hottest summer on record last year. And forecasts are predicting this summer could be another scorcher.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about efforts to boost economic growth in the state’s native and rural communities. We also hear concerns over Louisiana’s aging fisherman population, and learn about a new book that pays tribute to the state’s aviation history.

We hear why some Vietnamese shrimpers are adjusting their livelihood from water to land. We also hear how the death of baseball legend Willie Mays impacted a Major League game in Birmingham, and learn how Shreveport residents are responding to a spike in crime.

Since ancient times, the Eastern Mediterranean has been one of the most significant regions in the world. Sitting at the crossroads of trade routes, the area – which, broadly defined, includes Israel, Syria, Greece, and Turkey – has long been a melting pot of cultures and culinary influences. On this week's show, we meet local restaurateurs who are showcasing the rich heritage of the region and learn about the Lebanese diaspora in Louisiana.

This week on Continuum, Milton and Thais play various types of folk music melodies as performed by early music performers.

On this week’s edition of Le Show, Harry brings us regular features like News of AI, News of the Warm, News of Musk Love, News of NiceCorps, News of Smart World, News of Crypto-Winter, The Apologies of the Week, and News of the Warm. We’ll also hear about the problem with polls, how butterflies are being impacted by our changing climate, and listen in on a private phone call with Rupert Murdoch.