Here's what WRKF is up to in the studio, on the air, behind the scenes, and in the community— all thanks to generous support from our community members.
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Come meet the people behind WRKF and connect with fellow listeners Tuesday, August 18, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Main Library at Goodwood. Enjoy refreshments and conversation with Ryan Vasquez and other members of the WRKF team. All are welcome. -
Join Marketplace host Kai Ryssdal at WRKF’s 10th Annual Founders Luncheon on Friday, September 25. Known for his wit and sharp perspective on the business and the economy, Ryssdal will join Tulane finance professor Peter Ricchiuti for a lively conversation in Baton Rouge. -
Whether you're sitting down to a Thanksgiving meal or traveling to of from your holiday destination, we hope you'll enjoy these conversations about food, introspection, traditions, and perspectives on Thanksgiving that you might not have considered. -
Join WRKF as one of the nation's most celebrated magazines comes together with public radio to bring conversations and storytelling to your Sunday evenings. WRKF also welcomes the insights of known sports fan David Greene, former Morning Edition host, to explore stories from athletes and fans alike. -
You might have read the book, heard the interviews, or listened to the podcast. Now you can hear them every week on your local public radio station. Freakonomics and The Ezra Klein Show join WRKF every Saturday beginning November 8. -
September is National Literacy Month. As we head back to school this year, we examine education and literacy. -
We talk about work and labor relations to celebrate Labor Day on WRKF. -
Listeners from across Louisiana shared their personal stories about caring for loved ones, highlighting the challenges they’ve faced and lessons they’ve learned. -
WRKF brings you a series of special programs that consider summer leisure. We explore travel, tourism, hobbies, and leisure reading. -
Mary Louise Kelly, longtime co-host of NPR’s All Things Considered, will speak at noon during WRKF’s 9th Annual Founders Luncheon at the Crowne Plaza Baton Rouge on Friday, September 26, 2025. Known for her incisive reporting on national security and global affairs, Kelly brings depth, clarity, and humanity to the stories that shape our world. Register here. Or use this form to mail a check.
