Louisiana Considered
Weekdays at noon and 7:00 pm
Louisiana Considered brings you in-depth news and lively conversations about the stories that matter most to South Louisiana.
The news magazine airs Monday through Friday at noon and features the region's top journalists, newsmakers and artists from South Louisiana. The show is produced by the WWNO and WRKF newsrooms and airs in both New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the inauguration of New Orleans’ new mayor, Helena Moreno. We also hear about an upcoming performance at Le Petit Theatre and discuss the return of the New Orleans marathon. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why Louisiana ranks high among states with the most cases of the flu. Plus, we learn about a new sculpture honoring Solomon Northup, a free Black man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, the Baton Rouge mayor-president assesses his first year in office. We also hear about New Orleans and Company’s Vision 2035 plan for the region, and get our first Week in Politics of 2026. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the new state laws taking effect in 2026. We also learn why many rural areas lack adequate heart health care, and hear how Act 44 aims to revive the local film industry. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new opera production telling the story of a French heroine — and honoree of a Mardi Gras parade — Joan of Arc. We also speak with a La. native making her debut with the new Women’s Professional Baseball League. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, it’s been nearly three years since landmark settlements were reached between states and major opioid producers. We learn why much of the settlement money hasn’t been spent. We also hear from a special effects designer on his journey from Morgan City to Hollywood. -
We learn about klezmer music from a local band, and some of New Orleans' most beloved musicians share their favorite Christmas songs. -
We review the year in Louisiana politics and look ahead at 2026. Also, we speak with Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist Walt Handelsman about his storied career. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why some students are staying home from school amid fears of immigration raids. We also hear from a New Orleans rabbi who discusses rising antisemitism and his ties to the Sydney Jewish community. We also learn how an education nonprofit is addressing learning differences. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we get an update on arrests targeting immigrants in the New Orleans area. We also break down a year’s worth of news in energy, and discuss why the classic Nutcracker ballet remains a staple of the Christmas season. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we get a wrap-up on a year of news in the Acadiana region. We also hear the details behind an upcoming performance of “The Nutcracker: A Tale from the Bayou.” And we speak with the Tulane quarterback leading the team to the College Football Playoff against Ole Miss. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we’ll hear about an exhibit at the Whitney Plantation that shows the artistry and resilience that grew out of the slave-based Indigo trade. We also get the latest on East Baton Rouge Metro Council’s budgetary woes, and hear how Archie Manning reflects on a key game in his college career.
