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 discuss the final stretch of the state Republican Senate primary runoff. We also hear about a vital piece of land rapidly disappearing in New Orleans East, and the University of New Orleans’ first marching band in 50 years. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, a reporter reflects on the findings from his undercover investigation at a Louisiana private prison 10 years ago. Plus, we learn about efforts to increase arts education in rural areas at the Lafon Arts Center in Luling. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we get a sneak peak of the June 27th ballot. We also hear about the impacts of Tropical Storm Arthur and learn about a new project to preserve memories of the University of New Orleans. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, WAYMO has made it to New Orleans, but when will these self-driving cars actually be driverless? We also hear the story of a Louisiana drag king who played a pivotal role in the Stonewall riot in 1969, and hear the details behind the Summer Lyric Theater’s first show of the season: “Chicago.” -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear from a tech entrepreneur and an ALS patient in Louisiana about new efforts towards researching a cure for ALS. Plus we hear from an LSU law professor about the fight between fisherman and oil companies for the right to own drowned land. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why New Orleans is gaining access to unspent Katrina funds from FEMA. We also learn about a new clinic to address Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and dive into a documentary about liquified natural gas export terminals. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why a New Orleans immigration court is increasing the number of hearings judges oversee each day. And, we dive into The André Cailloux Center for Performing Arts’ summer initiatives. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn more about a festival in New Orleans for self-proclaimed Black sci-fi and comics nerds. We also dive into the recent ruling in the notorious farm line case at the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola, and catch up on the week in politics. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, Capitol Access Reporter Brooke Thorington joins us to wrap up the legislative session. We also hear about a new LPB docuseries exploring all 64 parishes, and sit down with the superintendent of NOLA public schools. -
Today on Louisiana Considered, Amy Goodman, an investigative reporter and co-founder of Democracy Now, joins us to discuss the documentary on her life and career, “Steal This Story, Please!” She discusses her commitment to truth-telling and the future of journalism.
