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, we hear what the state can learn about how to become more pedestrian-friendly. Plus, we hear about plans to use the muddy Mississippi River to combat coastal land loss.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the details behind redesign proposals for New Orleans’ Claiborne Expressway. Plus, we hear how southern food banks have been impacted by ongoing inflation.
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Some violins are more than a century old! Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why the craft, care, and repair of these instruments can be a full-time job. Plus, we get an update on last night’s destructive weather, and hear about new efforts to expand Louisiana’s nursing workforce.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we check in with Representative Joe Marino to learn about the state’s Medical Marijuana Commission, and pay tribute to late New Orleans actress, Carl Lee Sutton. Plus, with antisemetic incidents on the rise nationwide, we speak with a Tulane professor on how to combat this growing hatred.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, with all eyes in the 3rd district focused on the public service commissioner runoff, we hear from both candidates, Davante Lewis and incumbent Lambert Boissiere III. Plus, Vox Feminae, the New Orleans-based female vocal ensemble that specializes in century-old musical treasures, gears up for its holiday program.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why Louisiana’s most powerful anti-abortion organization isn’t done fighting for a total ban of the procedure. Plus, we hear from the folk-roots group Rising Appalachia and their recent musical tribute to the sounds of New Orleans.
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Today on Louisiana Considered: after a long few days of politics we shift our focus to music! We learn how the team from NPR’s Planet Money started their own record label and hear about the latest season at The Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we can an update on the state of abortion access in Louisiana. Plus we hear about a new book that looks at male accountability in preventing unwanted pregnancies.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we take a sneak peak at some upcoming fall festivals that celebrate the harvest. We also learn about the cultural significance of the Louisiana Book Festival and hear more about Byram, Mississippi’s fight to separate from Jackson’s water system.
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Today on Louisiana Considered, we take a deep dive into Louisiana’s forest industry. Plus, following last night’s season opener, we get an update on the New Orleans Pelicans and preview the rest of the basketball season.