In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," we discuss the latest on the Nancy Guthrie abduction case with Mary Ellen O’Toole, a former FBI senior profiler and professor of forensic science, who also explains how profilers aid in the search for missing persons.

Then, we’re joined by former district Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District, the Honorable Vanessa Gilmore, who tells us about her incredible career, which includes being the country’s youngest sitting federal judge at the time of her appointment, and what she thinks about current legal issues.

Also, to celebrate Fat Tuesday, we chat with Doc’s Houston artistic director and drummer Graeme Francis and Houston-based vocalist Nicoya Baker, who discuss the musical traditions of Mardi Gras and New Orleans-style jazz.