Karen Henderson
HostKaren Henderson is an award-winning journalist whose stories have aired nationally on NPR.
Karen spent ten years as your Morning Edition host at WRKF before leaving in 2008 for a rewarding job as a full-time mom. Once her children were in school, she jumped back into radio. She comes home to WRKF after adventures in broadcasting that included Louisiana Radio Network and WJBO.
Karen has a journalism degree from LSU and is married with two children. She is active in her church and enjoys photography and all things chocolate.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how the recent election will impact abortion rights. We also celebrate Veterans Day by exploring Black military history in the South, and learn how you can buy a bridge in Louisiana.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss the importance of voting in a conversation with one sheriff who won his initial election by a single vote. We also learn why an increasing number of Black voters are supporting the Republican party, and hear what voters can bring to the polls.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we speak with East Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome about her re-election campaign as part of our interview series with the top three candidates in the race. Plus, we hear why multiple Lafayette schools may soon close or consolidate.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about how New Orleans senior citizens are facing food insecurity. The head of a major Louisiana nonprofit joins us to discuss National Business Women's Week , and we hear about AI technology in Gulf South classrooms.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, it’s all about women in music. Black queer artist Joy Clark tells us about incorporating her identity into her work. Plus, Alison Fenterstock tells us about her new book on women’s musical contributions throughout history.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about efforts to distribute diapers and raise awareness about shortages. We also hear about a music foundation that celebrates Cajun musical traditions and hear how ducks are impacting rice farms.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into a new podcast that celebrates the intersection of food and culture. We also learn about a new civics and voter guide and hear about an oral history project on folk artist, Clementine Hunter.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how a HBO docuseries has prompted a Louisiana animal sanctuary to petition against the private possession of chimps. We also learn about the ecological benefits of an artificial coral reef and hear from a lineman who crossed state lines to help restore power.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into the findings from New Orleans 2024 Music Census. We also speak with the new president of Grambling State University, the youngest ever in HBCU history, and we return to Rickwood Field to visit a former Negro League Baseball Player on his 100th birthday.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down last week’s Democratic National Convention. We hear a rundown from political consultant James Carville and more about the Louisiana woman who shared her personal story at the convention.