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Today on Louisiana Considered, a reporter reflects on the findings from his undercover investigation at a Louisiana private prison 10 years ago. Plus, we learn about efforts to increase arts education in rural areas at the Lafon Arts Center in Luling.

Today on Louisiana Considered, Haiti may be knocked out of the World Cup, but local fans are still celebrating the country’s appearance on the global stage. Plus, we remember the UpStairs Lounge fire, which took 32 lives at a gay bar in the French Quarter 53 years ago.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why Mississippi, unlike other states, has yet to approve vouchers for private schools. We also learn how land can be used simultaneously for solar power and agriculture, and chat with WDSU’s new chief meteorologist, Scot Pilié.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams is under attack for taking a high-profile case with his private law practice. Plus, we dive into queer history and activism during the AIDS epidemic in Northwest Louisiana.

In light of the America 250 celebrations, we look back on the Battle of Baton Rouge, a chapter of Revolutionary War history that took place in Louisiana, today on Louisiana Considered. Plus, we hear about adaptive water skiing for kids with disabilities.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about Gov. Jeff Landry’s recent remarks criticizing New Orleans. We also learn why Louisiana Republicans are now targeting centrist democrats, and dive into a new podcast on Negro Leagues baseball history in Puerto Rico.

On this week’s edition of Le Show, Harry starts by taking a quick trip Down the Memory Hole, then brings us regular features like News of Smart World, News of A.I., ICE, ICE Baby, Truth Social Audio with Donald Trump, The Apologies of the Week, News of Musk Love, and News of the Warm.

Today on Louisiana Considered: the consequences of rising temperatures. We hear what risks heat can pose to animals, and hear how the summer months see spikes in mental health crises. Plus, we learn about a series of Louisiana summer camps for people with various medical conditions or disabilities.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we review the results from Saturday’s Senate primary, and what this means for the general elections in November. We also discuss the Southern Poverty Law Center’s Year in Hate and Extremism report, and talk to the doctor behind the first Louisiana patient to be functionally cured of sickle cell disease.

This week Keith sits down with 16-year-old piano player, River Eckert, who's dedicated to “carrying the torch” of the New Orleans piano tradition.