Tammy Phelps is a Louisiana State Representative from Shreveport, joining us to discuss Louisiana's ongoing population decline. We dive into the key factors driving people, especially Millennials and Gen Z, to leave the state, including job market challenges, lack of investment in education, and state policies that don't adequately address these issues. Tammy shares her perspective on how Louisiana can reverse this trend by focusing on improving education, workforce development, and economic opportunities.

We also touch on how local and state governments can better collaborate to drive growth, with examples from Tammy’s district. From Shreveport's struggle with economic identity to statewide concerns about minimum wage and infrastructure, this conversation is a candid look at what needs to change for Louisiana to thrive.

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Eric Seiferth is a curator and historian at the Historic New Orleans Collection (HNOC), and he joins us on this Pelican Briefs Pop-In to dive into the powerful exhibit Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration. We explore how Louisiana's 300-year history of slavery, punishment, and racial oppression has shaped the state's current system of mass incarceration, including the connections between Angola Prison, forced labor, and the convict lease system.

Together, we discuss the historical roots of these policies and their ongoing impact on Louisiana's criminal justice system. From tough-on-crime legislation to the rollback of criminal justice reforms, we tackle the big questions around how mass incarceration has evolved and what it means for public safety today. Don't miss this critical conversation on how history continues to influence incarceration in Louisiana.

If you are interested in visiting the HNOC's exhibit Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration, find more information here: https://www.hnoc.org/exhibitions/captive-state-louisiana-and-making-mass-incarceration

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This episode recaps what we covered in Episode 2, Louisiana Legislative Session," if you missed it, listen here:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/69ChiR3CQumh8pcjRf2Q6A?si=78730e53440b4428

Mandie Landry is a Louisiana State Representative for District 91, and she joins us on Pelican Briefs to break down the latest from the Louisiana legislative session. We dive into key legislation, including the rollback of criminal justice reforms, the impact of restrictive social justice bills, and what these changes mean for the people of New Orleans. Rep. Landry shares her insights on securing crucial funding for community projects and the ongoing challenges in addressing the DNA backlog in the city.

We also discuss the importance of staying informed about state politics and Rep. Landry’s advice for younger generations feeling the pressure of recent legislative decisions. As always, we keep it real, discussing what the future holds for Louisiana and why some tough times may be ahead before things improve. Tune in to hear Rep. Landry's perspective and learn more about the work she's doing in our community.

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