Alana Schreiber
Managing Producer, Louisiana ConsideredAlana Schreiber is the managing producer for the live daily news program, Louisiana Considered. She comes to WWNO from KUNC in Northern Colorado, where she worked as a radio producer for the daily news magazine, Colorado Edition. She has previously interned for Minnesota Public Radio in St. Paul.
Alana first became interested in radio journalism as an undergraduate art student, where she spent hours listening to NPR while painting in the studio. After graduating from Macalester College with a major in International Studies and minors in Studio Art and Media Studies, she moved to Malaysia on a Fulbright grant, but was soon evacuated due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In 2024, Alana served as the executive producer for Road to Rickwood, a podcast from NPR and MLB about the intersection of baseball and civil rights at America's oldest ballpark. She spent time in Birmingham, Alabama interviewing former Negro League Baseball players and working with host and comedian Roy Wood Jr.
Alana grew up in Montclair, New Jersey, just outside of New York City. When not in the studio she can be found playing ultimate Frisbee, knitting hats, making homemade sauce, and cheering for her beloved New York Mets.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais is sounding the alarm for voting rights groups throughout the South. We also learn about an upcoming antiques forum and learn how Nicholls State University is making master's in education degrees more accessible. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into a recent investigation on the multiple NDAs signed by Louisiana lawmakers related to large scale development projects. We also hear about a new documentary that explores coastal restoration efforts beyond sediment diversion, and hear about a new event from the Orphan Train Museum. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss the political future of Democratic Rep. Cleo Fields after he announced he will not seek reelection. We also hear why residents in the state’s rural areas are complaining of unfair prices for water, and hear about Southeastern Louisiana University’s upcoming seminar on artificial intelligence. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why a Metairie pastor was recently convicted of stealing from his church. We also dive into the legal turmoil over the start date for the incorporated city of St. George, and hear from an LSU professor leading the Rural Sociological Society. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a growing community of Afrikaners moving to the Mississippi Delta. We also learn why increased prices are keeping many families from sending their kids to summer camp. And we discuss recent changes to the state’s HIV exposure laws. -
Today on Louisiana Considered: the consequences of rising temperatures. We hear what risks heat can pose to animals, and hear how the summer months see spikes in mental health crises. Plus, we learn about a series of Louisiana summer camps for people with various medical conditions or disabilities. -
In light of the America 250 celebrations, we look back on the Battle of Baton Rouge, a chapter of Revolutionary War history that took place in Louisiana, today on Louisiana Considered. Plus, we hear about adaptive water skiing for kids with disabilities. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how a Baton Rouge community fridge is keeping fresh food available all summer long. We also break down the weeklong New Orleans celebration of spirits, Tales of the Cocktail. And we discuss the life and legacy of state Senator Larry Selders, who died recently. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about new proposals to fix New Orleans’ outdated stormwater drainage system. We also measure the success of economic development in the state’s industrial sector, and hear about a discussion on Huey Long’s political legacy at the state capitol. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear from three current and former LSU students who investigated the killings of two Black World War II veterans in Louisiana more than 70 years ago. We also dive into an executive order to protect data centers, despite concerns for ratepayers, and catch up on the latest news in Acadiana.
