Karl Lengel
Former host, All Things Considered and Louisiana ConsideredKarl Lengel worked at New Orleans Public Radio for more than two decades before leaving the station in 2023.
Lengel has also worked as an actor, announcer, manager, director, administrator and teacher. He holds a BS in Professional Management from Nova Southeastern University and an MFA in Film and Theatre from the University of New Orleans.
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Today on Louisiana Considered: the month of October celebrates history and heritage for Germans, Italians, Polish, Filipinos, and Indigenous Peoples. Immigration historian Dr. Laura D. Kelley joins us for a broad-ranging conversation on immigration.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how a New Orleans convention center is set to receive environmental and pedestrian-friendly updates. Plus, we hear about a new musical project from Putumayo World Music.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how Washington Post Reporter and author Casey Parks chronicled the journey of Roy, a transgender man largely accepted in his small Louisiana town during the mid to late 20th century, in her debut book. We also get an update on weather in the Atlantic and hear about a photographer’s decades-long career capturing rock musicians.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we speak with Howie Kaplan about his new government role that focuses on the city’s nightlife economy. And, in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we hear about the fight to end the disease across the country.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the state is considering opening up the electric market to competition. We also learn about an upcoming fundraiser for pediatric oncology and hear a vignette from late New Orleans commentator Ronnie Virgets.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we take a look at the history of Labor Day and learn about current workers’ movements across the South. We also hear an update on the New Orleans live music scene and learn about what weather to expect in the coming weeks.
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On today’s episode of Louisiana Considered: a reminder about Let Louisiana Shine. Also, we’re easing into the peak of hurricane season, so we’ll hear from NOHSEP about staying prepared.
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On todays’ Louisiana Considered, 80% of Louisianans with disabilities live below the poverty level. Sarah Berthelot, President and CEO of the Louisiana Association of United Ways, joins us to provide some perspective on the effects of the pandemic on people with disabilities. And Putumayo World Records’ Dan Storper joins us to talk about the innovative approach of this New Orleans-Based company.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why minor league hockey may be returning to the Pelican state. And, in honor of National Oyster Day, we check in with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear what the Louisiana Legislature’s Medical Marijuana Commission accomplished and fell short on in the most recent session. We also hear an encore piece from the late New Orleans author and commentator, Ronnie Virgets, and learn how the state is responding to the Biden administration’s expanded interpretation of Title IX.