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Louisiana Considered Podcast
Sister Helen Prejean on her fight against the death penalty, graphic novel reissue of 'Dead Man Walking'

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 24:29


It's Thursday and that means it's time to catch up on politics with The Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate's editorial director and columnist, Stephanie Grace. We hear about the latest clashes between Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the Civil Service Commission, and a millage to support the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office. The death penalty has been a major topic in Louisiana ever since the execution of Jessie Hoffman, Jr. one month ago. He was the first person in the state to be killed with nitrogen gas. While many anti-death penalty organizations spoke up against this, there's one Louisianan who's been leading the charge against the death penalty for generations. Sister Helen Prejean is a Catholic religious leader and author of several books, including, “Dead Man Walking,” which captures her experiences serving as a spiritual adviser for two people on death row. She joins us now for more on her life's work, new book, and re-release of “Dead Man Walking,” as a graphic novel. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!  Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Louisiana Considered Podcast
City council ‘grounds' Mayor Cantrell; truck parking problem; Lenten season reflections

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 24:29


It's Thursday and that means it's time to catch up on the week in politics with The Times-Picayune/The Advocate's editorial director and columnist, Stephanie Grace. We learn how the New Orleans City Council is aiming to restrict the travel of Mayor LaToya Cantrell, and how she's pushing back. The recent severe weather and January's heavy snowfall shed light on an ongoing problem: a lack of adequate parking for long-haul truck drivers. The Louisiana Transportation Research Center is looking for solutions to the state's truck parking problem. They've awarded a grant to Bethany Stich, professor of Planning and Urban Studies and director of the University of New Orleans Transportation Institute to study the issue. She joins us to discuss  potential solutions to this issue.The Lenten season, which follows Carnival's period of excess and indulgence, is observed by many Christians as a time for atonement, introspection, reflection, and repentance. But how does that last bit fit into our 21st century mindset? Father John D Cunningham, vice president of Mission and Identity at Loyola University New Orleans, tells us how to think about lent in contemporary times. —Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber; our contributing producers are Matt Bloom and Adam Vos; we receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon  and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Louisiana Considered Podcast
Tensions rise between mayor, city council; state of mental health in Louisiana; why people are dropping their flood insurance

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 24:29


If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. It's Thursday and that means it's time to catch up on politics with The Times-Picayune/The Advocate's editorial director and columnist, Stephanie Grace. She tells us about rising tension between Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the city council over the city's role collecting taxes  for other government entities.A new report from the Newcomb Institute found that over 10% of Louisiana adults struggle with severe depression and/or anxiety and 9% have either attempted suicide or had suicidal thoughts. Dr. Anita Raj, executive director of the Newcomb Institute, tells us more about this study and how Louisianans can prioritize their mental health and seek treatment. Louisianans are told, it doesn't matter where you live, you should have flood insurance. But many people cannot afford the National Flood Insurance Program's premiums. Now, we're not only seeing more people dropping coverage, but those who do purchase insurance are paying higher rates.Reporter Elise Plunk of the Louisiana Illuminator tells us about the issues that arise when people drop their policies, and the Catch-22 that's created for those who continue to buy insurance.__Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 pm. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

AURN News
Bidens Travel to New Orleans; Mourn Victims of Bourbon Street Tragedy

AURN News

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 1:45


President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden were in New Orleans Monday, joining a community in mourning after the tragic New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street when a U.S. Army veteran drove a truck into revelers in the French Quarter, killing 14 and injuring dozens of others. In a statement, President Biden said, "To all families of those who were killed, to all who were injured, and to the people of New Orleans, our nation grieves with you, and we stand with you as you mourn and heal." While in New Orleans, Biden is meeting privately with victims' families and state officials, including Governor Jeff Landry, who is requesting a presidential disaster declaration to provide emergency aid and counseling for survivors. Mayor LaToya Cantrell has called for federal assistance to review security and vulnerabilities ahead of Carnival season. Monday evening, the Bidens attended Interfaith Prayer Service for Peace and Healing at St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crosstalk America from VCY America
News Roundup and Comment

Crosstalk America from VCY America

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 53:29


It was the first 'News Round-Up' of the year and it was jam-packed with news items. Here's a sample from those that Jim selected for broadcast:--Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has officially been re-elected.--The FBI said at a press conference yesterday that there are no additional suspects in the Islamic terrorist attack at the New Orleans French Quarter. --Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser leveled a series of broadsides at Mayor LaToya Cantrell's administration a day after the deadly attack in New Orleans, injecting a sharp, political tone into the governmental response to the New Year's Day tragedy. --Investigators are pouring over hundreds of hours of surveillance footage to learn what led up to the deadly New Orleans attack. President Biden and the first lady will head to New Orleans on Monday to meet with the family and community members that have been impacted by this event.--On December 20th, the Brooklyn Friday sermon by Imam Hassan Akbar indicated that Islam will enter every single home on the face of the planet. Jim provided audio.--Allstate CEO Tom Wilson ignited a firestorm after the company released a video statement ahead of the postponed Sugar Bowl saying, "Our prayers went to victims and their families. We also need to be strong together by overcoming an addiction to divisiveness and negativity. Join Allstate working in local communities all across America to amplify the positive, increase trust and accept people's imperfections and differences. Together we win."

Crosstalk America
News Roundup and Comment

Crosstalk America

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 53:29


It was the first 'News Round-Up' of the year and it was jam-packed with news items. Here's a sample from those that Jim selected for broadcast:--Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has officially been re-elected.--The FBI said at a press conference yesterday that there are no additional suspects in the Islamic terrorist attack at the New Orleans French Quarter. --Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser leveled a series of broadsides at Mayor LaToya Cantrell's administration a day after the deadly attack in New Orleans, injecting a sharp, political tone into the governmental response to the New Year's Day tragedy. --Investigators are pouring over hundreds of hours of surveillance footage to learn what led up to the deadly New Orleans attack. President Biden and the first lady will head to New Orleans on Monday to meet with the family and community members that have been impacted by this event.--On December 20th, the Brooklyn Friday sermon by Imam Hassan Akbar indicated that Islam will enter every single home on the face of the planet. Jim provided audio.--Allstate CEO Tom Wilson ignited a firestorm after the company released a video statement ahead of the postponed Sugar Bowl saying, "Our prayers went to victims and their families. We also need to be strong together by overcoming an addiction to divisiveness and negativity. Join Allstate working in local communities all across America to amplify the positive, increase trust and accept people's imperfections and differences. Together we win."

Bill Handel on Demand
Wayne on the News

Bill Handel on Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 36:39 Transcription Available


Wayne Resnick fills in for Bill Handel.Breaking news: 10 dead, 30+ injured in New Orleans after a driver plowed through a New Years' Eve crowd on Bourbon St.. The driver is dead, following a shootout with police. Two police officers were injured in what New Orleans' Mayor LaToya Cantrell calls a "terrorist attack."Also, California is experiencing the 2nd dryest season on record (thanks La Nina!), California FINALLY picks its state crustacean (the noble Dungenous Crab), the state slug (the honorable Banana Slug), and the state seashell (the dignified Black Abalone). And a 1-month old, onesie-clad Spider Monkey was pulled over for driving without a license... in a Rolls Royce??? I have so many questions...

SSRN
Bourbon Street Tragedy: 10 Gone, Dozens Hurt in New Year's Nightmare

SSRN

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 2:49


In the early hours of New Year's Day, a tragic event unfolded on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. A man, identified as Shamsud Din Jabbar, drove a pickup truck into a crowd of revelers, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 individuals and injuries to more than 35 others. After the collision, Jabbar, clad in body armor, engaged in a shootout with police officers before being fatally shot. Two officers sustained injuries during the exchange but are reported to be in stable condition. The FBI is treating the incident as an act of terrorism, especially after discovering improvised explosive devices at the scene. Mayor LaToya Cantrell has labeled the event a “terrorist attack.” The motive behind Jabbar's actions remains under investigation. 

Cities 1.5
How to protect people and planetary health: Lessons from the Peruvian Andes and New Orleans

Cities 1.5

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 64:38 Transcription Available


In this final episode of Season 4 of Cities 1.5, David has conversations with two formidable and inspiring women who are fighting to protect the health of people and the planet from Lima, Peru and New Orleans, USA. As the impacts of the climate crisis hit harder and more frequently, the effects this has on human health also multiply. It is key that urban areas plan and adapt to meet the growing challenges of temperature rise, food insecurity, migration, and more. Of course, extreme weather events often have the most catastrophic consequences for humanity, leading to mass displacement, injury, disease and death. But if the worst happens, it is possible for cities and their residents to unite and rebuild to create a more resilient future…and other communities can learn lessons from their leadership. Image Credit: Persnickety Prints @ UnsplashFeatured guests:Professor Stella Hartinger Peña is the Regional Director of Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change for Latin America, and Associate Professor at Cayetano Heredia University in Peru. Mayor LaToya Cantrell is the Mayor of New Orleans, a position which she has held since 2018.Links: Solved: How the World's Great Cities Are Fixing the Climate Crisis - David MillerThe Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change Annual ReportThe Impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans - Big Easy MagazineAddressing the Health Care Impact of Hurricane Katrina - The Kaiser CommissionWhat happened at the U20 Summit in Rio? - C40 COP29: Is the Loss and Damage Fund Becoming an Empty Promise? - Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Broadmoor Lives On: How a Community Saved Their New Orleans Neighborhood - The Clinton FoundationNew Orleans, Reinvented - The AtlanticThis is how New Orleans is rebuilding to be more resilient - Global Center on AdaptationSolar and energy efficiency for all - NOLAIf you want to learn more about the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy, please visit our website: https://jccpe.utpjournals.press/Cities 1.5 is a podcast by University of Toronto Press and is produced in association with the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy. Our executive producers are Calli Elipoulos and Peggy Whitfield.Produced by Jess Schmidt: https://jessdoespodcasting.com/Edited by Morgane Chambrin: https://www.morganechambrin.com/Music is by Lorna Gilfedder: https://origamipodcastservices.com/

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Melania Trump takes a left stance on women's reproductive rights.

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 37:11


This hour, guest host Ian Hoch brings on Rosalind Cook, Adjunct Lecturer of Political Science in the Political Science Department at Tulane University, joins Ian Hoch to figure out what results were delivered by Mayor LaToya Cantrell. And, Melania Trump takes a left stance on women's reproductive rights.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
What more can Mayor Cantrell do in the next 465 days of her term?

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 9:48


Mayor LaToya Cantrell told the New Orleans City Council she had a track record of delivering results. So what are they? Rosalind Cook, Adjunct Lecturer of Political Science in the Political Science Department at Tulane University, joins Ian Hoch to figure it all out.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Where does the Mayor go after her term in New Orleans?

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 36:11


This hour, guest host Dave Cohen has on Ed Chervenak, Professor of Political Science at UNO, about the latest controversy surrounding Mayor LaToya Cantrell, as she seemingly responds to accusations of taking gifts from a local building inspector in a recent press conference.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Why is Mayor Cantrell claiming victory when she lost in court?

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 3:34


Scoot talks about Mayor LaToya Cantrell claiming victory after losing a court battle.

Heal
Breaking Barriers: Building Bridges Through Conflict Resolution | Willie Muhammad

Heal

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 53:05


Healing With Angelica Podcast With Special Guest Student Minister Willie Muhammad Episode: 95 Finding common ground: where understanding meets compromise for a harmonious future. On this episode student minister Willie Muhammad and I will be discussing the power of conflict resolution & how we can begin naturing healing within self and community just from having understanding with others through proactive dialogue and so much more! Guest BIO: Mr. ‭ ‬Muhammad ‭ ‬is ‭ ‬a ‭ ‬native ‭ ‬of ‭ ‬New ‭ ‬Orleans. ‭ ‬He graduated ‭ ‬from ‭ ‬Walter ‭ ‬L. ‭ ‬Cohen ‭ ‬High ‭ ‬School ‭ ‬and received ‭ ‬hi‭s bachelor's degree in Secondary ‬
Education from Xavier University. ‭He‬ ‭is‬ married ‭to‬ Sister ‭ ‬Michelle ‭ ‬Muhammad, ‭ ‬and ‭ ‬they ‭ ‬have ‭ ‬two beautiful daughters, Nandi and Azire. Mr. Muhammad is a gifted playwright. He received the August Wilson Award and has had some of his 
works such works as A Forced Family Tradition, A Black Tragedy and ‭ ‬Color Me Dead ‭ ‬performed. ‭ ‬He was also a member of the Black Drama Club while attending Xavier University. ‭He‬ has been honored ‭to‬ be one of the fellows ‭in‬ the Dr. Norman ‭ ‬Francis (the longest standing President of Xavier) Leadership Program. Each fellow was approved by Dr. Francis. Mr. Muhammad ‭is presently teaching History ‬and Social Studies on the secondary level at a local High School in New Orleans. Mr. ‭ ‬Muhammad ‭ ‬is ‭ ‬a ‭ ‬tireless ‭ ‬and ‭ ‬innovative ‭ ‬champion ‭ ‬to ‭ ‬the ‭ ‬cause ‭ ‬of ‭ ‬projecting positivity in his community. He founded and is the host of the online show, “I HAVE A ‭ ‬TESTIMONY”, ‭ ‬which ‭ ‬chronicles ‭ ‬the ‭ ‬life ‭ ‬and ‭ ‬wisdom ‭ ‬of ‭ ‬such ‭ ‬people ‭ ‬as ‭ ‬Rock Newman, Dr. Wesley Muhammad, Doug E. Fresh, Father Michael Pfleger, and many others. This successful program has become nationally recognized as a collection of contemporary historical facts rarely known to the broader public. 
Mr. Muhammad has done voice over for a Hip-Hop Album produced by New Orleans 
Jazz ‭ ‬Musician ‭ ‬Irving ‭ ‬Mayfield ‭ ‬titled, ‭ ‬“Supreme ‭ ‬Beings.” ‭ ‬He ‭ ‬has ‭ ‬developed ‭ ‬and 
spearheaded the Conflict Resolution program which has allowed him to present and conduct trainings in over 25 cities. 
He ‭ ‬is ‭ ‬continually ‭ ‬active ‭ ‬in ‭ ‬the ‭ ‬city ‭ ‬of ‭ ‬New ‭ ‬Orleans, ‭ ‬building ‭ ‬and ‭ ‬strengthening 
relationships ‭ ‬to ‭ ‬benefit ‭ ‬and ‭ ‬educate ‭ ‬citizens. ‭ ‬This ‭ ‬includes ‭ ‬his ‭ ‬outreach ‭ ‬program, Friendships ‭in‬ All Walks of Life, which has hosted many community leaders, such as Big Chief Tyrone Casby of the Mohawk Indians of the Mardi Gras Indians. ‭He recently ‬was honored by the Shriners of the Masonic Lodge of New Orleans, The Oriental Lodge. In‭ a step towards unity and friendship, Mr. Muhammad was named to the position as ‬the ‭ ‬first ‭ ‬ever, ‭ ‬Honorary ‭ ‬Lecturer ‭ ‬to ‭ ‬the ‭ ‬Shrine. ‭ ‬He ‭ ‬was ‭ ‬very ‭ ‬instrumental ‭ ‬in ‭ ‬the aftermath ‭of‬ Hurricane Katrina ‭in‬ helping the community survive and overcome the challenges presented by this monumental event. Mr. Muhammad worked with other activist who fought to see the law enforcement officers who injured and murder a family in the Danziger Bridge in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Mr. Muhammad also served on the Advisory Board for the first female mayor of the city of New Orleans, Mayor Latoya Cantrell. Mr. Muhammad ‭is‬ available for interviews, community development consultation and lectures. He enjoys working in the arts with musicians and actors. However, his first love is to the youth. He strongly believes that the success of any future endeavor really belongs to them. Support this platform with a small donation to help sustain future episodes! DONATE|CONTRIBUTION

The Neutral Ground with Kaare Johnson
Feds Could Indict Mayor LaToya Cantrell soon. Rafael Goyeneche joins the show to discuss

The Neutral Ground with Kaare Johnson

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 112:45


Kaare is joined by Rafael Goyeneche to discuss the Feds' possible upcoming indictment of Mayor Cantrell

Right Down the Street with Mayor Bryan K. Barnett
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell

Right Down the Street with Mayor Bryan K. Barnett

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 24:33


In this special "Lead with Impact" segment, Mayor Barnett invites New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell to share her story. She was the first woman to be elected as Mayor of New Orleans in the city's 300 year history. Now in her second term of office, she has more than proven her commitment to the place her heart calls home. She firmly believes the best is yet to come for her city and residents. Mayor Cantrell discusses effective local leadership, the best places to eat in NOLA, and an insider's look at the biggest free party on earth, Mardi Gras. Rochester Hills IS Innovative by Nature and the "Preeminent Place to Live, Work and Raise a Family." Learn more about our fantastic city at our award-winning website!Or follow us on Facebook!

Rondail's Unpopular Opinion
New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell being Investigation By the FBI!

Rondail's Unpopular Opinion

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 25:31


Lord.... Its finna get real! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ruo788/support

Louisiana Considered Podcast
NOLA City Council takes on corruption; recycling efforts; latest from Musaica Chamber Ensemble

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 24:29


Back in 2021, Mayor LaToya Cantrell aimed to bring the “smart cities” initiative to New Orleans, which would have introduced a new internet service provider to compete with Cox Communications and  equipped the city's infrastructure (including everything from traffic signals to parking spaces) with data-collecting sensors and cameras. The effort was abandoned in 2022 after allegations, first reported by The Lens, that the bid process had been rigged.  Now, the New Orleans City Council is proposing changes to city law to help avoid similar scandals. Katie Fernelius has been covering the council's efforts for Verite News and joins us for more.  Many New Orleanians will tell you recycling isn't always reliable in the city. Not only is it often disrupted and delayed after natural disasters, but there is currently no widespread glass pickup.  Now the Environmental Protection Agency, along with the nonprofit The Recycling Partnership, have awarded the city two substantial grants to expand curbside recycling and increase participation. The Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate's Tristan Baurick has the details. The Musaica Chamber Ensemble continues its 18th season, “Heart and Soul,” with two upcoming performances in metro New Orleans. President and violist Bruce Owen joins us with details on their so-called “adventurous” programming. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12 and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
What does Mayor LaToya Cantrell actually learn from her trips?

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 32:49


What does Mayor Cantrell learn from her trips? Is it too late for Dennis Allen to turn the Saints' season around? And, the annual "T'was the Night Before Christmas" poem. 

Louisiana Considered Podcast
NOLA ‘night mayor' Howie Kaplan on one year in office; ‘Wicked' comes to the Saenger Theatre

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 24:29


The combat sport of jiu-jitsu is a mixed martial art of ground fighting, grappling and submission holds. In recent years, popularity has grown in the United States, but the only professional jiu-jitsu league in the country started in Decatur, Ala. The Gulf States Newsroom's Joseph King has the story. The Tony Award-winning musical “Wicked” is returning to the Saenger Theatre from Nov. 29 through Dec 17. The classic Wizard of Oz prequel shows a glimpse of life in the land of Oz before Dorothy's arrival.  Olivia Valli, who stars as Elphaba, tells us more about the upcoming performance and why the story of the ostracized green witch feels so personal to her.  New Orleans is known for its bustling nightlife, and last year Mayor LaToya Cantrell created the Office of Nighttime Economy, helmed by Howie Kaplan. Kaplan is the owner of The Howlin' Wolf, a popular music venue, and manages the Rebirth Brass Band.  Today, Kaplan joins us to reflect on his first year as “night mayor,” his biggest challenges and what he has planned for the months ahead.  Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12 and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker
Talking with Anne Kirkpatrick, the nominee to be the next NOPD chief

WWL First News with Tommy Tucker

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 20:37


Tommy speaks with Anne Kirkpatrick, Mayor LaToya Cantrell's nominee to be the next NOPD superintendent

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The Scoot Show with Scoot
Its still early, but various charges against Cantrell seem stuck on stuck

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 11:32


Scoot talks to WWL News Director for a full explanation on where Mayor LaToya Cantrell stands with the legal fight over the recall petition, the Pontalba apartment, Office Vappie and more

William Wallis For America
Update On The Recall Of New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell with "Noonie Man"

William Wallis For America

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 43:36


Noonie Man gives us an update on the recall but also has some very good information on politics in New Orleans.

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Louisiana Considered Podcast
The latest on the recall effort against New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 24:29


Organizers fighting to recall New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell claim they have enough signatures to move forward. But where the recall effort goes from here has yet to be determined. The Times-Picayune | The Advocate's editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace gives us an update, and tells us what could happen next.  February is not only Black History Month, but also brings the one hundred and third anniversary of the founding of baseball's Negro Leagues. Before baseball was integrated, the Negro League was where baseball players of color participated in America's pastime.  But while some of the most well remembered Negro League teams were in Kansas City, Indianapolis, and Newark, New Orleans has a rich history of Negro League teams that has often been overlooked. Last year, President of the Negro League Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Bob Kendrick, joined us for more on Louisiana Black baseball history. Today, we hear an encore of this conversation.  When you hear the word Amish, you're probably picturing a lot of things but not the Louisiana Bayou. But right now Amish volunteers are in Louisiana, rebuilding homes destroyed by hurricanes long after most other aid has left. As the Gulf States Newsroom's Stephan Bisaha reports, the trips have led to cross country connections over hardship, food and faith. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz and our engineers are Garrett Pittman and Aubry Procell. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Possible with a Disability
Episode 39: Split Second Foundation with Mark Raymond

Life Possible with a Disability

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 30:28


Mark Raymond has a deep-rooted history of serving the community. Building on the legacy of his grandfather, A.P. Tureaud, Mark has played a vital role in advancing various equity-centered efforts across the Greater New Orleans area and beyond. From renaming historic streets and landmarks in New Orleans to creating a more accessible and robust rehabilitative health infrastructure in the Gulf South, Mark's aptitude for cultivating relationships and driving coordinated, healing-centered change has been vital to the advancement of those most disadvantaged. This is the link to the Split Second Foundation, https://www.splitsecondfoundation.org/ Mark's commitment to fighting for justice and equity started as a child but was intensified following a shallow diving accident in 2016, in which he damaged the vertebrae by the base of his neck and lost the ability to walk. For Mark, this life-changing experience illuminated the reality of disparities in access, and there were very few community resources to turn to for help. His new disability and lack of support ultimately pushed him to advocate for millions of others by transforming the split-second that led to his injury into a life filled with awareness, hope, and action.He founded Split Second Foundation to make people aware of a growing population of individuals impacted by disability, advocate for their rights, fund cutting-edge research, and provide clear-cut steps to immediately improve their quality of life.To date, Mark's impact on inclusive health and human services, as well as justice-driven policy work, has been substantial. Mark was able to open Split Second Fitness, which is the first inclusive gym in Louisiana, with an intentional focus on people living with paralysis, amputation, or other neurological conditions that impact mobility.He also serves on several federal, state, and local boards and commissions to represent and advocate for people living with disabilities. Notably, Mayor LaToya Cantrell appointed him to the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) New Orleans Board of Commissioners, where he holds the positions of Vice-Chair and Chairman of the Finance Committee overseeing the planning, implementation, and execution of the agency's $109 million budget.Recently, RTA introduced the first two Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant streetcars on the historical St. Charles streetcar line.Mark's work within the community and through SSF has earned him numerous awards including:*Gambit's “40 Under 40”*New Orleans Magazine's “Ones to Watch”*Millennial Change Makers Award*Xavier University's “40 Under 40”

NewsTalk STL
9-23-22 H1: Jay Ashcroft-Brenda Talent

NewsTalk STL

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 45:55


THE VIC PORCELLI SHOW with Special Guest Host, Dr. Randy Tobler https://www.drtobler.com/  0:00 SEG 1 Brenda Talent, CEO of the Show-Me Institute, to provide an update on the Missouri Special Session on reducing the income tax rate? 15:24 SEG 2 28:54 SEG 3 Jay Ashcroft, Missouri Secretary of State- ET Edition on the Vic Porcelli show (ET phone home-remember!)Ø Efficient/Effective Taxation - “Your tax dollars hard at work”· Missouri's special session on Tax reform – where are we at in the session? What is the takeaway?· Missouri should have lowest tax burden. Paying less taxes means more spending. Why can't the bureaucrats see that?· New Orleans ranked over St. Louis as a top murder city - o Mayor Latoya Cantrell spent $30K on First Class Flights and won't be paying it back –Cantrell said her lavish trips are about her safety as a Black woman and not luxury. “My travel accommodations are a matter of safety, not of luxury. As all women know, our health and safety are often disregarded and we are left to navigate alone,” “Anyone who wants to question how I protect myself just doesn't understand the world Black women walk in.”o Maybe she should spend the extra money on law enforcement in her city - rather than 1st class travel!· Biden nears 100 executive orders estimated to cost taxpayers almost $1.5 trillion o We can't afford this president.Ø Energy Transition - Biden's energy plan encourages global instability –· American energy dominance is not only pro-American but pro-peace. Inexpensive American energy is a key pillar to geopolitical stability.· Canceling pipelines, imposing additional taxes and regulations on coal, oil, and natural gas, promising to end these three industries in just a few years, and stonewalling new leases for drilling are just some of the ways the Biden administration is quickly eliminating one of America's greatest strategic assets.· America cannot even keep the lights on here at home, with multiple states experiencing severe energy shortages in recent days. That projects weakness, not strength. · Proceed to “Green” with yellow caution.Ø Education Travesty· Missouri ranks 17 according to the Heritage Education Freedom Report Card – we can/should do better.· We have great teachers - Thank you teachers! We need to get the education bureaucracy out of the way and let teachers teach.· We need parents to participation in the education process of their children.· We need education reform in Missouri. In the Florida voucher system the parent is presented with 3 options - public, charter, prep – school.Ø Election Transparency· Absentee voting for the November election opens Tuesday, 27th.· If you vote by mail – allow extra time, we don't control the mail.· HB 1878 (elections bill) – specifically removed outside private funding – affectionately called Zuckerbucks – some states are still dealing with outside money influencing elections.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vic Porcelli Show
9-23-22 H1: Jay Ashcroft-Brenda Talent

The Vic Porcelli Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 45:55


THE VIC PORCELLI SHOW with Special Guest Host, Dr. Randy Tobler https://www.drtobler.com/  0:00 SEG 1 Brenda Talent, CEO of the Show-Me Institute, to provide an update on the Missouri Special Session on reducing the income tax rate? 15:24 SEG 2 28:54 SEG 3 Jay Ashcroft, Missouri Secretary of State- ET Edition on the Vic Porcelli show (ET phone home-remember!)Ø Efficient/Effective Taxation - “Your tax dollars hard at work”· Missouri's special session on Tax reform – where are we at in the session? What is the takeaway?· Missouri should have lowest tax burden. Paying less taxes means more spending. Why can't the bureaucrats see that?· New Orleans ranked over St. Louis as a top murder city - o Mayor Latoya Cantrell spent $30K on First Class Flights and won't be paying it back –Cantrell said her lavish trips are about her safety as a Black woman and not luxury. “My travel accommodations are a matter of safety, not of luxury. As all women know, our health and safety are often disregarded and we are left to navigate alone,” “Anyone who wants to question how I protect myself just doesn't understand the world Black women walk in.”o Maybe she should spend the extra money on law enforcement in her city - rather than 1st class travel!· Biden nears 100 executive orders estimated to cost taxpayers almost $1.5 trillion o We can't afford this president.Ø Energy Transition - Biden's energy plan encourages global instability –· American energy dominance is not only pro-American but pro-peace. Inexpensive American energy is a key pillar to geopolitical stability.· Canceling pipelines, imposing additional taxes and regulations on coal, oil, and natural gas, promising to end these three industries in just a few years, and stonewalling new leases for drilling are just some of the ways the Biden administration is quickly eliminating one of America's greatest strategic assets.· America cannot even keep the lights on here at home, with multiple states experiencing severe energy shortages in recent days. That projects weakness, not strength. · Proceed to “Green” with yellow caution.Ø Education Travesty· Missouri ranks 17 according to the Heritage Education Freedom Report Card – we can/should do better.· We have great teachers - Thank you teachers! We need to get the education bureaucracy out of the way and let teachers teach.· We need parents to participation in the education process of their children.· We need education reform in Missouri. In the Florida voucher system the parent is presented with 3 options - public, charter, prep – school.Ø Election Transparency· Absentee voting for the November election opens Tuesday, 27th.· If you vote by mail – allow extra time, we don't control the mail.· HB 1878 (elections bill) – specifically removed outside private funding – affectionately called Zuckerbucks – some states are still dealing with outside money influencing elections.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Michael Berry Show
New Orleans Mayor, Latoya Cantrell, Is Embroiled in Another Scandal. Latoya The Destroya Has Issued A Statement (Parody)

The Michael Berry Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 5:03


The Czar tells the story of another scandal in New Orleans!

William Wallis For America
The Petition to Recall Mayor Latoya Cantrell

William Wallis For America

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 45:29


There is a petition to recall the Mayor of New Orleans, Latoya Cantrell.  This interview is with the two people that started the organization to get it done.  Hear about who they are, why they started, and the threats against them.  Their site is... nolatoya.org.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Talk is cheap and Mayor LaToya Cantrell is flooding the zone

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 33:55


Scoot talks to WWL listeners about Teedy's spiteful and insulting press conference last night

Toxic Masculinity Issues (TMI)
Episode 65 | Mamba Mentality

Toxic Masculinity Issues (TMI)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 71:50


The gang starts off discussing Hollywood's latest health issue (3:00) then tackle the tragic loss of Michael Hickmon the Texas football coach that was shot during the game. Then a Kobe Bryant tribute and birthday celebration (12:00), Rudy Giuliani epic fall from grace (16:40), Capri Sun being recalled (17:45) the rising epidemic of fast food violence happening (19:45), inmates barricade themselves in New Orleans jail (25:00), Louisiana denying abortion rights to woman with stillbirth child (30:20), Mayor Latoya Cantrell latest blunder (36:00) and the latest news on Zaya Wade(45:45) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toxic-masculinty-info/support

HARDTALK RADIO LIVE IN 4K
Mayor Latoya Cantrell and Police Chief Shaun Fergerson down play crime in #neworleans

HARDTALK RADIO LIVE IN 4K

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 12:26


NEW ORLEANS — Leaders of the New Orleans City Council slammed Mayor LaToya Cantrell and police superintendent Shaun Ferguson on Tuesday, claiming that the administration is more obsessed with appearances on the city's crime problem, rather than safety.  Instagram Hardtalk79 Anchor.fm    https://anchor.fm/red-pill-man  https://cash.app/$HARDTRADIO Feel free to donate if you feel to do so and like the content.   If you have any current event stories or videos that you want me to cover hit me up at Redpillman1988@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/red-pill-man/support

The Scoot Show with Scoot
A decline in patriotism

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 36:19


After seeing smaller crowds at the downtown Fourth of July fireworks display, Scoot believes there's a decline in patriotism and that it's linked to the weak image or President Biden and Mayor LaToya Cantrell since they don't want to address the issues plaguing NEw Orleans and the nation. 

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Fourth of July weekend only end in the same old violence

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 34:18


Scoot laments about another mass hooting, this time in an affluent Chicago suburb.  Plus thoughts on the unsettling death threats for a Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger and his family for his involvement in the January 6th Capital riot investigations.  Also, Scoot cleverly calls Mayor LaToya Cantrell morally bankrupt as it appears she cares more about tourists the New Orleans residents

Online Offscript
How Messaging Can Drive Audiences with Hyma Moore

Online Offscript

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 24:51


This week we are talking about messaging and how it can be used to drive your audience to act. Today, our guest is Hyma More, Director of the Chairman's Office at the Democratic National Committee. With over a decade of experience in public relations and political communications, Hyma Moore recently served on the national communications team for the Democratic National Committee prior to taking on his current role of managing the Office of DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison. He also served as the Southern Regional Communications Director for the Biden-Harris campaign, leading teams in Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina. Before joining the Biden-Harris campaign, Hyma was the Vice President of External Affairs for Greater New Orleans, Inc, and he also held official City government positions with Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Former Mayor Mitch Landrieu. At the start of his career, Hyma learned the fundamentals of public relations from his time at Deveney Communication. You can find Hyma on Twitter at https://twitter.com/hymamoore?lang=en. Check out our other episodes of the Online Optimism podcast at https://www.onlineoptimism.com/podcast/

Louisiana Considered Podcast
Why the New Orleans city council moved to shut down mayor's less-than-a-day-old executive order

Louisiana Considered Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 24:29


In New Orleans, Mayor LaToya Cantrell's executive order suspending residency requirements for certain employees was shot down by the City Council. City Council member J.P Morrell tells us what this means for council-mayoral relations. And editorial director and columnist for The Advocate, Stephanie Grace, analyzes what this says about the limitations on mayoral power.  Louisianans are often at the mercy of insurance companies when it comes to repairing the damage of natural disasters. And lawmakers have taken notice. WRKF's Capitol reporter Paul Braun tells us about insurance reform coming out of the latest state legislative session. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Patrick Madden and Stephanie Grace. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz. Our engineers are Garrett Pittman, Aubrey Procell, and Thomas Walsh.  You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Scoot EXPLODES on Cantrell after Linda Frickey's tragic death

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 9:46


Scoot pulls no punches in a rant targeted at Mayor LaToya Cantrell the day after Linda Frickey was murdered in MidCity

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Morning Slurry
Assault and Preppers

Morning Slurry

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 0:38


also: Mayor LaToya Cantrell reveals Mardi Gras will take place March 1st

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The Scoot Show with Scoot
Scoot gives an honest opinion of Mayor Cantrell ahead of her press conference on crime

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 5:09


Scoot admits to giving the Mayor LaToya Cantrell the benefit of the doubt, but the crime has truly gotten out of control around the city and she needs to address it.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Mayor's press conference leaves Scoot and residents fed up

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 34:46


Scoot break away from the show for Mayor LaToya Cantrell's press conference on crime yet she seems to only provide the same lip service on the violence and crime plaguing our communities and providing nothing new to the situation. 

Data-Smart City Pod
Mayors Address Vaccine Hesitancy

Data-Smart City Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 37:18


In this special episode, Professor Steve Goldsmith interviews Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Mayor Ras Baraka as part of an event on addressing vaccine hesitancy. Based in a recent research project of 18 American cities using sentiment mining, Professor Goldsmith interviews the Mayors to understand how they're using data, policy, and influence to understand the concerns of their residents and ensure the public health and safety of their cities.Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Ash Center at Harvard Kennedy School, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on Twitter. 

The Scoot Show with Scoot
Cantrell's "bargument" goes viral - but what was she drinking?

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 35:24


Scoot talks to WWL listeners about the viral clip of Mayor LaToya Cantrell chewing out a detractor in a upscale hotel bar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Weezy Da Podcast
@WildWayne gets the info on the Job1000 Youth and Young Adult JOBS expo from Sunae Villavaso

Weezy Da Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 13:34


Employers, resource providers, young adults and youth service groups from across the city willconvene at the “JOB1,000 Youth and Young Adult EXPO” on June 4th, 2021, in the Great Hall at the Ernest N. MorialConvention Center."This is a perfect opportunity for businesses to connect with job seekers," said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. "We are emerging from the pandemic asother cities and states are doing, and we're endeavoring to put a laser focus on our youth and young adults. They have had to deal with majorchallenges and lack of access to programs and other opportunities that would be a part of the normal summer and post-graduate process.”Sponsored by JOB1, the American Jobs Center, and the City of New Orleans Office of Workforce Development, the expowill provide youth and young adults, ages 14-24, with employment opportunities, work readiness training, internships, andmore. In school and out of school youth, as well as those in college, college graduates, and young adults livingindependently will be able to network and discuss opportunities that will increase their skills and quality of life.“The JOB1,000 Expo is here to offer what our city and its people are in critical need of: opportunities,” says SunaeVillavaso, Director of the Office of Workforce Development. “Through this event we are featuring opportunities forinternships and training programs, in addition to promoting access to social services that have been and will continue to beavailable to our local community members as we all rebound from the pandemic.”As the city rebuilds its economic infrastructure post COVID-19, JOB1,000 “Putting Our People to Work” is a targetedeffort to connect job seekers with the support services and employer connections that are offered through the city’sworkforce development arm.The expo will also offer businesses a much needed pool of applicants to fill employment vacancies as well as giveresidents an opportunity to receive COVID-19 vaccinations provided by New Orleans East Hospital.“We are very excited to be able to make these connections on behalf of the residents, including reaching out to ensure thatour younger demographic has access to the necessary skill assessments and training to get quality jobs that meet theirindividual and household needs,” Villavaso said.Doors to the free event open at 10 AM and the event ends at 3 PM. For more information or to register, please visitJOB1nola.org.JOB1 Youth and Young Adult ExpoFriday, June 4, 202110 AM - 3 PMErnest N. Morial Convention Center • The Great Hall

AshCast
Data-Smart City Pod: Mayors Address Vaccine Hesitancy

AshCast

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 37:18


In this special episode, Professor Steve Goldsmith interviews Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Mayor Ras Baraka as part of an event on addressing vaccine hesitancy. Based in a recent research project of 18 American cities using sentiment mining, Professor Goldsmith interviews the Mayors to understand how they’re using data, policy, and influence to understand the concerns of their residents and ensure the public health and safety of their cities.About Data-Smart City PodNew from the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, the Data-Smart City Pod brings on top innovators and leading industry, academic, and government officials to discuss data, innovation, and government. This podcast serves as a central resource for cities and individuals interested in the intersection of government and innovations, the adoption of data projects on the local government level, and how to become data smart. Hosted by Stephen Goldsmith, former Deputy Mayor of New York,  Mayor of Indianapolis, and current Professor at Harvard Kennedy School.Subscribe to the Ash Center wherever you get your podcasts for future Data-Smart City Pod episodes. Music credit: Summer-Man by KetsaAbout Data-Smart City SolutionsData-Smart City Solutions, housed at the Ash Center at Harvard Kennedy School, is working to catalyze the adoption of data projects on the local government level by serving as a central resource for cities interested in this emerging field. We highlight best practices, top innovators, and promising case studies while also connecting leading industry, academic, and government officials. Our research focus is the intersection of government and data, ranging from open data and predictive analytics to civic engagement technology. We seek to promote the combination of integrated, cross-agency data with community data to better discover and preemptively address civic problems. To learn more visit us online and follow us on Twitter. About the Ash Center The Ash Center is a research center and think tank at Harvard Kennedy School focused on democracy, government innovation, and Asia public policy. AshCast, the Center's podcast series, is a collection of conversations, including events and Q&As with experts, from around the Center on pressing issues, forward-looking solutions, and more. Visit the Ash Center online, follow us on Twitter, and like us on Facebook. For updates on the latest research, events, and activities, please signup for our newsletter.

Noble Django
Mayor Latoya Cantrell Is Handing Out $500 Fines For Not Wearing Mask

Noble Django

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 6:41


Get your mind right or get a $500 fine.

New Orleans Bound (NOLA)
Mayor Latoya Cantrell Is Handing Out $500 Fines For Not Wearing Mask

New Orleans Bound (NOLA)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 6:41


Get your mind right or get a $500 fine.

The Next World
Amina Massey and Wendi Cooper on LGBT Rights, Culture, Policing, and Louisiana's "Crime Against Nature" Law

The Next World

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 33:16


This month, Amina Massey joins host Puck Lo and guest Wendi Cooper for a conversation on on LGBT Rights, Police, and Louisiana's "Crime Against Nature" Law.Amina Massey is a medical sociologist, health educator, researcher, interviewer, photographer, writer, musician and artist. Her work as a medical sociologist looks at social determinants of health, chronic illness and systemic disenfranchisement.Wendi Cooper is a transgender woman of color and a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. She is program coordinator for TRANScending Women and CANScantSTAND at Operation Restoration. She has been a healthcare provider and mental health professional for over a decade, with a B.S. in biology from Southern University at New Orleans, and an Executive Masters of Criminal Justice with a concentration of juvenile justice from Southern University. Because of her connections with the transgender community, Wendi was appointed to Mayor Latoya Cantrell's transition team. She was a community organizer for the NO Justice Project in New Orleans, where she provided key testimony in the federal lawsuit that successfully challenged Louisiana's Crime Against Nature by Solicitation (CANS) law, securing the removal of more than 700 women from the sex offender registry. Wendi has been featured in MSNBC, ColorLines, and other outlets. Wendi's goal is to help all women, particularly transgender women, to overcome their fears. She is also organizing a march for justice on August 31 at 1pm in New Orleans.Thank you to Jesse Strauss for Audio Mixing and Editing.Music for this episode from https://filmmusic.io:"Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).You can read more about the issues we explore on our podcast and much more on the website of the National Economic and Social Rights Initiative, nesri.org.Support the show (https://dignityandrights.org/donate/)