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 learn why the University of New Orleans’ president is departing just as the school is preparing to transition back to the LSU system. We also hear concerns over companies that monitor ankle devices and hear about a rap album made entirely in Louisiana Creole. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how Gov Jeff Landry’s tough-on-crime agenda could impact taxpayers. We also dive into one Louisiana lawmaker’s ties to Meta’s data center in Richland Parish, and how modern examples of diluting Black voting power trace back to the Reconstruction era. We also celebrate the beginning of Pride Month. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the surprising results of Saturday’s elections. We also hear how the Smithsonian is partnering with Festival Acadiens, and learn about the boycotts of Dryades Street businesses during New Orleans’ Civil Rights Movement. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we dive into a new WNYC podcast about the history of FEMA and its uncertain position in the Trump administration. We also learn about a Baton Rouge composer’s new musical tribute to boxing great Muhammad Ali. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why Southern University issued an urgent funding request to the legislature. We also dive into the latest wins and losses for environmental causes at the statehouse. And, with summer just around the corner, we learn about a beauty and barbering day camp for kids in the New Orleans area. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we get the latest on the Baton Rouge Mall shooting that left one dead and five injured. We also dive into an investigation into federal judges who have investments in oil companies. And, we hear about the capture and occupation of New Orleans during the American Civil War. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a lawsuit filed by the parents of former LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy against state police. We also learn about some possible changes coming to the Department of Children and Family Services. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré joins us to discuss the costs of war in the Middle East. We also hear the latest on pervasive lead contamination throughout New Orleans playgrounds, and hear about a blues music festival coming to Baton Rouge. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the ongoing war in Iran is leading to increased oil production in the Gulf — at the expense of a protected endangered species. We also hear about Xavier University’s win at the NAIA cheer national championships, and discuss Better Louisiana’s position on several bills making their way through the state legislature. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the controversial prosecutor Hugo Holland is now the de facto front runner in a race for Caddo Parish judge. Plus we learn about a radio station designed for blind listeners in New Orleans, and hear about funding woes for Baton Rouge public defenders.
