Karen Henderson

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss the abrupt departure of New Orleans’ public schools superintendent. We also dive into a new photography book on Louisiana’s natural beauty and learn about Black beekeeping traditions in the South.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why rates of sexually transmitted infections are on the rise across the state. We also hear about efforts to use wastewater as fertilizer, and catch up on the latest news from Acadiana.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why school bus workers in the Baton Rouge-area are joining a union. We also get the details behind a new podcast celebrating Terrebonne Parish history and innovation, and listen to some Cajun-inspired Christmas tunes.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about President Biden’s recent visit to New Orleans to mourn the loss of the victims of the Bourbon Street attack. We also hear from a trauma and disaster expert who shares advice on coping and healing strategies.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we interview Baton Rouge’s new mayor, Sid Edwards. We also learn about the upcoming senior games at McNeese State University and catch up on the latest news in Acadiana.

Today on Louisiana Considered, NPR host Mary Louise Kelly joins us for a conversation about her new memoir, “It. Goes. So. Fast.” We also hear from former coastal reporter Halle Parker as she prepares to take on a new role at Verite News. And we catch up on the latest news from the Acadiana region.

This week on Louisiana Considered, we mark 20 years since Hurricane Katrina with discussions about ecological restoration, climate change, and community health initiatives in the Ninth Ward

Today on Louisiana Considered, we’ll learn how to foster coastal growth friendly to native plants and animals, find out what’s drawing Northern college students to big Southern universities and how best to get a look at hummingbirds migrating for the winter through Louisiana.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss escalations of political violence in the digital age. We also learn about Usher Syndrome, and hear why it’s more common among Cajun populations. And we hear from a man who experienced Hurricane Katrina from inside prison walls.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the results of Saturday’s elections in New Orleans. The Times Picayune/New Orleans Advocate’s Stephanie Grace joins us for more. We also hear the latest on investigations involving a former LSU football star and about STEM resources for New Orleans-area teachers.