Louisiana Considered
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY LIVE AT NOON AND REBROADCAST AT 7:00 P.M.
Louisiana Considered brings you in-depth news and lively conversations about the stories that matter most to South Louisiana.
The news magazine airs Monday through Friday at noon and features top journalists, newsmakers and artists from the region. The show is produced by the WWNO and WRKF newsrooms and airs in both New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
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Latest Episodes
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear from legal experts about the arguments behind the state postponing U.S. House primary elections. Plus, we remember longtime Times-Picayune theater critic David Cuthbert, with a conversation about the time the cast of Saturday Night Live came to Mardi Gras. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we’ll learn about the first Filipino settlement in America, built in the swamps of St. Bernard Parish. We also hear about an organization caring for adult survivors of child abuse, and catch up on the week in politics. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we dig into the back-and-forth between the 5th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court about the availability of Mifepristone via telehealth. We also dive into the latest population data on Louisiana, and chat with legendary Motown singer Martha Reeves about her life and career. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss what the recent Supreme Court ruling on redistricting means for the state’s upcoming election. We also learn about a nurses' strike at University Medical Center and hear from Willie Birch, a New Orleans artist with a traveling exhibition. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why Southern University issued an urgent funding request to the legislature. We also dive into the latest wins and losses for environmental causes at the statehouse. And, with summer just around the corner, we learn about a beauty and barbering day camp for kids in the New Orleans area. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how Black Masking Indians helped promote the very first Jazz Fest. We also get the latest in the Angola farm line trial, and dive into Tank and the Bangas’ new album, The Last Balloon. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the constitutional amendments state voters will soon weigh in on. We also discuss the Supreme Court decision to invalidate Louisiana’s voting map, and hear from NOLA singer Robin Barnes as she prepares to close down Jazz Fest. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about potential new public funding for a program that sends kids to private schools. We also hear how Louisiana Catholics are responding to the feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV. And we learn about rock band music education in schools. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, the state legislature is in session for one more month. We hear what the ACLU has to say about the latest bills to pass and fail. Plus, we hear from New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno, who recently marked 100 days in office. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we get the latest on the Baton Rouge Mall shooting that left one dead and five injured. We also dive into an investigation into federal judges who have investments in oil companies. And, we hear about the capture and occupation of New Orleans during the American Civil War.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we bring you the latest episode of Voices of the Culture, a podcast hosted by two Black Masking Indians. Spyboy Horace Anderson and Big Chief Dowee Roabair discuss winding down their season, where to catch them at jazz fest and how they’re getting started on next year’s suits. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss the latest in the state’s Republican Senate primary race. We also hear about efforts to resize and combine New Orleans courts, and see how the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities has fared one year after its budget was slashed. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a conservative organization aiming to influence LSU student government elections. We also hear about new opioid and stimulant addiction treatment methods at LSU Health, and dive into the history of crawfish in our state. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss health impacts for residents living near an AI data center. We also hear about efforts that would keep a formerly incarcerated and newly-elected official from taking office. And we get a sneak peak of the upcoming season of events at Music Box Village. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a lawsuit filed by the parents of former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy against state police. We also learn about some possible changes coming to the Department of Children and Family Services. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss the false promises of liquified natural gas terminals, and how they’re spiking energy bills. We also speak with the band LSD Clownsystem ahead of their French Quarter Fest debut. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, it’s National Autism Month. We hear about events that promote acceptance of neurodiversity. We also learn why Shreveport is seeing a spike in earthquakes, earthquakes and get an update on the week in politics. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the Pelicans' minor league affiliate is leaving Birmingham for Kenner. We also look back on 50 years of the LSU Libraries' annual Book Bazaar and hear about the Louisiana Orphan Train Museum’s latest presentation. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards is tackling the issue of blight. Plus, comedian Ryan Rogers discusses his new special, discovering his comedic voice in addiction recovery and this year’s queer comedy festival — LGBTLOL. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré joins us to discuss the costs of war in the Middle East. We also hear the latest on pervasive lead contamination throughout New Orleans playgrounds, and hear about a blues music festival coming to Baton Rouge.
