Patrick Madden
Former Regional News DirectorPatrick was the Regional News Director for the news collaboration between WRKF Baton Rouge and WWNO New Orleans, from 2019 through 2023.
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Her detention is one of the most high-profile cases in the Trump administration's targeting of international students in the U.S.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how one Mardi Gras krewe is committed to making floats and parades more accessible for riders with disabilities. Plus, we get a political update from Stephanie Grace and say goodbye to our news director Patrick Madden. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a new art exhibit that displays similar climate crises in Louisiana and Alaska. We also get a political update from The Times-Picayune | The Advocate’s Stephanie Grace, and hear how to protect yourself from various diseases this Mardi Gras season. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, author Matt Haines tells us all about his new king cake book for kids. Plus we visit the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience where children make challah king cake for Mardi Gras, and we catch up on this week’s political news with The Times-Picayune | The Advocate’s Stephanie Grace. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about new rules and regulations coming to New Orleans’ short-term rentals. We also check in with Miss Rodeo Louisiana 2022 to hear about her year as queen, and listen to the latest episode from American Routes Shortcuts. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about a Supreme Court case that could change who counts as Black in Louisiana. We also hear how Mandeville residents are building higher and more flood-resistant homes, and catch up on this week in politics with The Times-Picayune | The Advocate’s Stephanie Grace. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about the life and legacy of P.B.S. Pinchback, who became the nation’s first Black governor 150 years ago this month. Plus, we hear about a documentary that follows three Louisiana teens navigating climate change. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new investigation into the shortcomings of a federal program to rebuild New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Plus, we hear about a traveling exhibit on the life and death of Emmett Till. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we take a final look at the District 3 Public Service Commissioner runoff election before voters hit the polls. We also dive further into the retirement of NOPD Superintendent and check in with soccer fans watching the World Cup in New Orleans. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how the 49th annual Bayou Classic united students and alumni from Louisiana HBCUs at the New Orleans Superdome. We also hear about French President Emanuel Macron’s visit to the Crescent City, and check in with the Times-Picayune | New Orleans Advocate’s Stephanie Grace for a political update.
