This August marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. To remember the event and the lives impacted, Verite News is launching the new series, “What Was Lost.” This collection of stories and personal essays is about things people lost to the storm, be it physical or emotional possessions. 

Terry Baquet, editor-in-chief of Verite News, and Drew Costley, lead editor on the series joined us to sharemore. 

Two new reality competition shows hosted by Baton Rouge locals are coming to the Fawesome Network. Celebrity chef Jay Ducote hosts a  food truck competition, and  local actress and singer LaTangela Fay hosts a family game show. And each series shines a spotlight on Baton Rouge talent, locations and culture. 

Ducote and Fay, joined us to share more. 

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Today’s episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Karen Henderson. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. We receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell. 

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