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632. Chip Lococo discusses his novel, The Devil's Jazz:
A Gripping Historical Thriller of Murder, Music, and Madness in 1918 New Orleans, about the infamous Axman of New Orleans. “They have never caught me and they never will... I have been, am, and will be the worst spirit that ever existed either in fact or the realm of fancy.” — The Axman       In the haunted heart of New Orleans, as World War I draws to a close, a sinister presence stalks the streets. A brutal serial killer—known only as the Axman—emerges from the shadows, targeting the city's Sicilian immigrant community with chilling precision. Inspired by true events, The Devil's Jazz resurrects one of America's most disturbing unsolved murder cases in a city steeped in music, mystery, and myth. Retired detective Giancarlo Rabito is pulled back into the darkness when the killings begin. The press fans hysteria. The public panics. And when the Axman sends a blood-chilling letter to the newspapers — promising death unless every home plays jazz on a chosen night — the city answers with a desperate and defiant flood of music.       Chip LoCoco was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he attended Jesuit High School and received his BA degree from Loyola University in 1990 with a concentration in History. He then went on to receive his JD degree from Loyola University Law School in 1993 and joined his father's firm, Many & LoCoco, after being sworn in as an attorney in October, 1993. Now available: Liberty in Louisiana: A Comedy. The oldest play about Louisiana, author James Workman wrote it as a celebration of the Louisiana Purchase. Now it is back in print for the first time in 221 years. Order your copy today! This week in the Louisiana Anthology. Julie Kane, poet laureate of Louisiana, 2011-2013. “Moonrise on the Cane River.” "The moon is a surprised white face over the darkening river Even before a pair of blue-grey wings swoops down Between the O of its mouth and the O of a surfacing fish, And the phone rings, and it's you in Baton Rouge Grilling a silver catfish and staring at the moon." This week in Louisiana history. June 28, 1861. First Civil War battle engagement for Louisiana Tigers, at Seneca Dam on Potomac River. This week in New Orleans history. Hurricane Audrey. June 28, 1957. On June 27, the Hurricane Audrey reached peak sustained winds of 145 mph, making it a major hurricane. Without decreasing windspeed, it made landfall between the mouth of the Sabine River and Cameron, Louisiana the following day. Audrey killed at least 416 people, the majority of which were in Cameron Parish. This week in Louisiana. Essence Fest July 3-6, 2025 Various venues New Orleans, LA     What began in 1995 as a one-time event to celebrate Essence Magazine's 25th anniversary has blossomed into an annual festival, which has welcomed hundreds of thousands of guests to the Crescent City each year over the past two decades. Often referred to as “a party with a purpose,” the Essence Festival of Culture promotes, celebrates, and explores health & wellness, spirituality, beauty & style, food, community & culture, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and much more within the African American community.     Attendees are invited to engage in panel discussions, shopping, meet-and-greets, activities, and of course, nonstop live music featuring some of the best in R&B, soul, funk, gospel, and hip-hop each and every Fourth of July weekend.     Essence Fest returns for its 31st year from July 3-6, 2025. Lineups will be announced closer to the event, but past headliners include Janet Jackson, Charlie Wilson, Usher, and Birdman & Friends, who will also honor three decades of Cash Money Millionaires. Postcards from Louisiana. Phillip Manuel sings with Michael Pellera Trio play at Snug Harbor on Frenchmen St. in New Orleans.  Listen on Apple Podcasts. Listen on audible. Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. Listen on iHeartRadio. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook. 

We're live with Christopher Rogers, Catholic author and writer talks about his article called Our Constrained 21st Century American “God” and Val Browning, parishioner at Most Blessed Sacrament in Baton Rouge, talks about the Kolbe Prison Ministries.

It's Thursday, and The Times Picayune/the Advocate's editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace is here to talk politics. Today she discusses why some Republican lawmakers are walking back their initial support for Medicaid cuts, and tells us about a rising democratic star in Louisiana politics.Most Louisianans are familiar with the term “Cancer Alley,” referring to the stretch of land between Baton Rouge and New Orleans where petrochemical facilities have allegedly contributed to high rates of cancer. Now state residents are learning of a new term, “Detention Alley", as rural parts of the state are turning into hubs for immigration enforcement, with skyrocketing numbers of people in custody. Molly Hennessy-Fiske, a reporter for the Washington Post, has spent time in “Detention Alley,” specifically, the town of Winnfield. She joins us to discuss the emotional impacts and economic boosts the rural community is experiencing. CLECO, the utility company that provides electricity to nearly 300,000 customers in 24 Louisiana parishes, is searching for a buyer. CLECO notified the state Public Service Commission, and that set into motion a months-long process of requests for proposals as well as examinations by the PSC. .Peter Ricchiuti, a professor at Tulane's A. B. Freeman School of Business, tells us what this sale means for Louisiana residents.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!  Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

LSU men's basketball coach Matt McMahon brought another impotant piece of the LSU Basketball program back to Louisiana with the April 2024 announcement that Baton Rouge native Michael Chatman will be the head men's basketball strength and conditioning coach for the Tigers.Chatman has served for the past five seasons as the Sports Performance Coach for the men's basketball team at Stanford.The native of Baton Rouge graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a degree in applied science and earned his master's degree in exercise science from California University of Pennsylvania.Early in his career, Chatman served as assistant strength and conditioning coach for a little over a year at Southern University of Baton Rouge and then spent a year-and-a-half working for legendary coach Gayle Hatch's weightlifting program as assistant strength coach.He has spent time at Michigan, Texas and Penn State before being named the Director of Basketball Performance in 2016 at Southern Mississippi. In 2017, he moved to Towson where he was the Assistant Athletic Director of Strength and Conditioning at Towson.In 2019 he was named to the staff at Stanford.He is known, among other things, for his development of movement and mobility protocols and has also worked with team nutritionists and athletic trainers. In working with various sports he has stressed life lessons and etiquette importance in teaching skills beyond the weight room. He works with his student-athletes to go the extra mile, both inside and outside the weight room.To View This Episode- https://youtu.be/vOD98NmsSr4#lsu #whoknewinthemoment #philfriedrich #podcast #lsubasketball #strengthtraining

Carl and Mike come back and take a call from a listener who believes Georgia fans do not bring it and do not create intimidating atmospheres for opposing teams. As they discuss, the guys note they believe the Dawgs have a great fanbase they also believe the fans do not necessarily "bring it" in comparison to fanbases such as LSU.

Season 4, Episode 9; "7 out of 6" On-site @ Elsie's Plate & Pie w/ Paul DupréListen. Subscribe. Share.The Eat the Boot Podcast is sponsored by Cheba Hut Toasted Subs in Baton Rouge and features music from Louisiana based singer/songwriter, Adam Dale, from the album “Shadowtown”.  www.eattheboot.com

SVP and Stanford Steve break down an unforgettable NBA Finals - celebrating the Oklahoma City Thunder's first-ever championship and a historic season led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They reflect on the emotional impact of Tyrese Haliburton's Game 7 injury, ask what's next for the Pacers, and debate whether these star injuries can be prevented. Plus, SVP's thoughts on fixing air travel and the lost art of a normal handshake. | SVPod 0:00 Intro 1:00 NBA Finals Recap: Thunder capture their first NBA title 6:17 The injury that changed everything 10:38 How the Thunder seized the moment in Game 7 13:14 Where do the Pacers go from here? 16:27 Appreciating the Pacers and Thunder historic playoff run 20:30 Are these star injuries preventable? 22:06 The historical season for SGA & crew 26:40 The current state of commercial air travel 34:18 The art of the handshake 37:11 Are grapes the most consistent fruit? 42:12 The beach adventures of SVP 48:52 Coastal Carolina coach ejected from CWS finals vs. LSU 55:56 Padres, Dodgers get chippy 1:01:56 Baton Rouge is built different 1:04:22 Katie Ledecky's Stanford commencement speech 1:18:39 Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here’s a plotline we’re all familiar with, something from a novel or a movie. After years of good health, our heroine begins to feel less like herself. She feels sluggish and fatigued at work. She loses her appetite and can’t sleep at night. She begins to worry. So she makes an appointment with her doctor and the recommended specialists, of which there are many. Yet, the medical diagnosis is the same: there’s no cure for what ails her. Then, as in all Hollywood blockbusters, our heroine discovers a miraculous, surprising cure, recovers her health, and lives happily ever after. Hollywood describes these “ripped from the headlines” tales as “based on a true story.” In this episode of Out to Lunch we hear two of those true tales. NaQuellar “Nikki” Thompson was a stay-at-home mom with three children when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019. Her doctors had no explanation why the cancer progressed so quickly, so Nikki decided it must be in part a result of what she was eating. She became a vegan and, after three years of living a vegan lifestyle, opened Veganish Vibes on Bennington Avenue in 2022. Dr. Lynn Duhe was drawn to holistic medicine by her own health and wellness journey. In 2017, she began to suffer from migraines. When five different doctors gave her no hope for recovery, she turned to a chiropractor and a nutritionist for treatment. In 2019, Lynn Duhe launched Miracle Wellness Center, which became a full medical practice in 2022. Nikki and Lynn both turned to alternative medical treatments after receiving a potentially fatal diagnosis. With harrowing, true tales “ripped from the headlines” — both Nikki and Lynn were cured. But the story doesn’t end there. Separately, Lynn and Nikki decided to share what they had learned from their experiences with the public by opening their respective businesses. And today Baton Rouge is the better for it. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Photos by Ben Rabalais from Albaledo Media at itsbatonrouge.la.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Brown joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the horrific intentional crash injuring BRPD Motorcycle Officer Sargent Caleb Eisworth. Kiran and Daniel discuss the crime, the current status of Sargent Eisworth and take a look into the past of Gad Black, 41, of Baton Rouge, who is charged with attempted first-degree murder of the police officer.#louisianaunfiltered #kiranchawla #podcast #news #CalebEisworth #louisiana Chapters01:52 Sargent Caleb Eisworth's Critical Condition02:08 The Crash Overview05:48 Reporting the Story10:35 Uncovering Gad Black's Past15:36 The Arrest and Initial Charges17:00 Digging Deeper into the 2014 Incident31:28 The Girlfriend's Involvement

This week, we're headed to the Louisiana state capital. Laura Cating, senior vice president of marketing & communications for Visit Baton Rouge, gives listeners an insight to the history of the city, a little of the lore, plus what to do, where to stay and - most importantly -  where to eat when you're here.

This is the second episode in our limited series about artificial intelligence trends shaping life in the I-10 corridor and beyond. In this episode we chat with experts from the Ten Across cities of Phoenix, Houston and Jacksonville on the power of digital twins to more seamlessly convene stakeholders around shared goals.    As virtual representations of actual places and systems, digital twins at their most advanced can incorporate detailed, live data feeds to model real-time conditions—and their potential. These dynamic tools can produce highly accessible visualizations of data and three-dimensional spaces to enhance users' monitoring, scenario planning, and decision making, thanks to advances in computing power and machine learning.  Listen in as guests Devney Majerle, Satish Tripathi, and Jeffrey Carney discuss the goals behind their respective digital twin initiatives and the current capabilities of the models. Devney explains how a twin is helping Downtown Phoenix leaders and community members coalesce around a strategic development plan. Satish is in the process of developing a digital twin for Houston's vast water system. And Jeff discusses the twins he has helped build for Jacksonville and the State of Florida to scope future-oriented resilience efforts.  Related articles and resources:   Listen to the first episode in our AI Series  Explore the JaxTwin  Read about Downtown Phoenix Inc.'s launch of their twin  Learn about Houston's journey to develop a digital twin of its water system  Credits:  Host: Duke Reiter  Producer and editor: Taylor Griffith  Music by: Helmut Schenker and Lennon Hutton  Research and support provided by: Kate Carefoot, Rae Ulrich, and Sabine Butler  About our guests:  Jeffrey Carney is a professor in the University of Florida School of Architecture and director of the Florida Institute for Built Environment Resilience (FIBER). Jeff is also spearheading the GulfSouth Studio initiative and co-leading the JaxTwin and Florida Digital Twin initiatives to support decision making in the City of Jacksonville and State of Florida. Jeff previously served as director of the Louisiana State University Coastal Sustainability Studio and initiated the Inland from the Coast project which examined flood impacts in Baton Rouge, LA.   Devney Majerle is president and chief executive officer of Downtown Phoenix Inc. She is formerly executive director of the Phoenix Community Alliance, vice president of activation and special events for the Arizona Organizing Committee, and senior director of marketing partnerships activation for the Phoenix Suns. Devney serves on several advisory boards for local businesses and nonprofits in the Phoenix region.  Satish Tripathi is lead water planning engineer for the City of Houston, where he has worked for over 12 years. Prior to his work with the city, Satish was a hydropower engineer for the Government of Nepal. Satish has over 17 years of experience leading major water infrastructure planning efforts and his current work focuses on integrating digital twins, advanced water quality modeling, and artificial intelligence in optimizing utility operations.

In this female-centric episode, board certified psychiatrist Dr. Nicole Washington welcomes mental health advocate Kit Wallis, who lives with schizoaffective disorder, for a fearless “girl power” takeover. Kit shares raw stories of being dismissed, sexualized, and romanticized simply for being a woman with a serious mental health diagnosis — and how one doctor's simple question, “What is it like for you?” completely changed her care. Together, they pull back the curtain on the “crazy girl” trope, explore why stability truly is the new sexy, and celebrate the radical act of being heard. You'll learn how gender bias sneaks into clinical decisions — from medication adjustments to life-altering procedures — and discover practical tools for reclaiming agency: setting boundaries, understanding transference in therapy, and advocating for respectful, person-centered care. Tune in and join Dr. Nicole and Kit for an uplifting, eye-opening discussion, because when women speak, real change happens.  We have a guest host for this episode (Don't worry, Gabe Howard will be back!) Our guest host, Kit Wallis, who goes by SchizoKitzo, is a content creator who advocates for schizoaffective and bipolar disorders. She uses long-form videos on her YouTube channel and short-form content on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Her content centers around her personal experience with schizoaffective disorder and often includes deep dives into research topics regarding mental health. Kit was diagnosed with the bipolar type of schizoaffective disorder in late 2020 and has struggled with symptoms since she was in middle school. Schizoaffective disorder is a mental health condition where someone experiences symptoms of schizophrenia--such as delusions and hallucinations--but also symptoms of a mood disorder--either major depression or, in Kit's case, bipolar. Realizing there was a lack of schizoaffective advocates, she decided to start her SchizoKitzo project to raise awareness for this complex condition. The mission of SchizoKitzo is to raise awareness of schizoaffective disorder and all of its aspects, from the mood side to the psychotic side. Kit works to bridge the gap between life and science so she can help break the stigma around mental health. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can imagine my delight when I saw that Led Zeppelin Boots had created an updated edition of the 1975 soundboard compilation that'd been around for a bit. Choosing tracks from the extant soundboard tapes, Boots crafted a very enjoyable listener. You can think of it as a sampler. You get a taste of each show represented. I play Sick Again from 3/21 Seattle, Levee from 1/18 Bloomington, and Kashmir from 2/28 Baton Rouge.

In this inspiring episode, we're exploring the powerful intersection of music and accessibility with three incredible guests: Dr. Bradley Black, a world-renowned pediatric ophthalmologist and founder of the Vision Through Music program, Makayla, a passionate young musician and student in the program, and Maykaya's mother Joann.  Dr. Bradley Black (he/him) practiced pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is past president of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) and the Louisiana Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (LAEPS). He has served on the boards of directors of AAPOS, the Children's Eye Foundation, the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute, and LAEPS. He received the Honor Award, Senior Honor Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award from AAPOS and the Achievement Award, Secretariat Award, and the Outstanding Advocate Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He was elected to the American Ophthalmological Society. In 2024, he received the Parks Silver Medal, the highest honor awarded by AAPOS and CEF-AAPOS. Dr. Black is active in international ophthalmology. He served on the Orbis International Cybersight Medical Advisory Board and has performed and taught pediatric eye surgery in more than thirty countries.  One of his greatest professional achievements to date is founding the Vision Through Music program of the Children's Eye Foundation, which seeks to increase the number of music teachers who work with blind and partially sighted children nationwide. He and his wife, Cindy, have two children and two grandchildren. In his leisure time, you can often find Dr. Black sailing the Gulf of Mexico on his thirty-five-foot sloop.   Makayla Alger (she/her) is a passionate student of the Children's Eye Foundation's Vision Through Music Program (VTM). From an early age, she found joy in singing and playing on her sister's keyboard. She is currently learning violin and will soon begin voice lessons through the VTM program. Makayla lives with a mutation to the TUBB4B gene, which has led to degenerative vision and bilateral sensorineural hearing loss. Over time, she has lost night vision, experienced a decrease in peripheral vision, and developed nystagmus. Her mother, Joann, vividly remembers taking Makayla to a pediatric ophthalmologist, who determined she would need glasses for life. Initially overwhelmed and unsure whether her young daughter would keep them on, Joann recalls when Makayla looked up at her parents and with a soft voice appreciatively said, “thank you.” From that moment, she never took her glasses off. Joann says the family has gotten creative to make things more accessible at home. Beyond her love of music, Makayla is also the author of “The Way I See It”, a story following Elena, a visually and hearing-impaired red fox who navigates Vermont's scenic trails using her heightened senses. Along her journey, Elena meets many woodland creatures and teaches them important lessons about awareness, kindness, and understanding. Makayla and her mom Joann hope to raise awareness about TUBB4B genetic testing, as well as encourage more research into its progression and ultimately a cure. Whether you're a parent, educator, healthcare provider, or music lover, this conversation will show you just how transformative inclusive programming can be. Mentioned in this episode: Vision Through Music program: VisionThroughMusic.org or email contact@visionthroughmusic.org Academy of Music for the Blind: ouramb.org Makayla's book, The Way I See It available here on Amazon. Girl Scouts of America: GirlScouts.org  Summer Camp IN-SIGHT: in-sight.org/camp Stay tuned for the next new episode of “It Happened To Me”! In the meantime, you can listen to our previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “It Happened To Me”.    “It Happened To Me” is created and hosted by Cathy Gildenhorn and Beth Glassman. DNA Today's Kira Dineen is our executive producer and marketing lead. Amanda Andreoli is our associate producer. Ashlyn Enokian is our graphic designer.   See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, ItHappenedToMePod.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to ItHappenedToMePod@gmail.com.   

John Paul Caswell is a renowned figure in the insurance and financial services sectors, honored as a "Top 100 CEO" among privately held companies and listed in the "Top 500 Most Influential" individuals by the Baton Rouge Business Report from 2019 to 2023. He has earned nationwide recognition through FINSECA, being presented with the esteemed International Management Award (IMA®) by the organization on five distinct occasions.His commitment to personal and professional growth is evident through his multiple financial certifications, including Series 6, Series 63, Series 7, Series 65, Series 24, Certified Long-Term Care (CLTC®), and Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®).He currently leads as the President and Managing Principal at Iron Horse Financial, a thriving firm with six locations, serving over 5,000 clients and managing approximately $2.5 billion in assets administered as of 2023.Beyond finance, John Paul's passion extends to community and global impact. Since 2014, Iron Horse Financial has facilitated over $5 million in beneficiary designations for 75 local non-profit organizations. He and his wife, Tiffani, established the "100 Well Project" in 2016, aiming to provide clean drinking water to drought-stricken regions of India and Nepal. To date, 23 wells have been constructed, with plans for 77 more. Additionally, John Paul and Tiffani are honored to be Legacy Partners with the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to delivering leadership training around the world.Residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, John Paul, his wife, and their family actively engage in their local church and community, steadfast in their commitment to making a positive impact on the lives they touch.Email: JP_Caswell@IronHorse-Financial.com/COMPLIANCE:2024-2323/Connect and tag me at:https://www.instagram.com/realangelabradford/You can subscribe to my YouTube Channel herehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDU9L55higX03TQgq1IT_qQFeel free to leave a review on all major platforms to help get the word out and change more lives!

Live from Fort Worth, Texas! The Bardtenders head to Fort Worth for the second annual Heard House to bring you live episodes with some amazing hospitality professionals. The Bardtenders had the chance to stay at the Heard House sponsored by Heard Card Game where bartenders from around the country came together to share their stories, gain access to education opportunities, and create some amazing memories along the way. Join us over the next several weeks as these bartenders share their experiences of their time in the hospitality industry!In this episode of The Mixing Glass - Olivia Stewart talks about what it was like growing up on a single estate rum distillery and sugar cane farm in Lousiana. Olivia also discusses sugar cane manufacturing technique, sugar cane varietals, and we even get to taste some of these amazing spirits! ----------Olivia Stewart is President of Oxbow Rum Distillery, which her family started in Baton Rouge in 2016. They have owned and operated their Louisiana cane farm and sugar mill for five generations, which provides all their raw ingredients for producing their estate rums. Growing up on the farm instilled a passion for all things sugarcane––and eventually rum. After pursuing an art dealing career in New York, Olivia moved back home in 2020 to help turn the distillery around during the height of the pandemic. With the help of her husband as a distiller, they refined all processes and rebranded to Oxbow Rum Distillery in 2022. Their products have won multiple international awards, including Best White Rum at San Francisco International Spirits Competition. They ferment and distill every drop from either fresh-pressed cane juice or Grade A molasses, all sourced from the family estate 20 miles from the distillery. Olivia sees Oxbow Rum as an expression of the land and sugarcane that has been part of her family and the community for generations.----------Don't miss out on any of the action!  Head to www.bardtender.com to stay up to date with all of the Bardtender content, find resources for mental and physical wellbeing, get access to education materials, and check out what all of our bards are up to! 

When you think back on your most memorable meal, what comes to mind? The company you kept? The exceptional wine list? An entre made up of the freshest Louisiana ingredients? Chef Barrett Meeks and Abney Harper are two Baton Rouge restaurateurs making memorable meals for locals with successful establishments located just doors apart from each other on Corporate Boulevard in Baton Rouge. Executive Chef Barret Meeks of Mansurs On The Boulevard developed his passion for cooking when he was just 8 years old. He’d been invited into John Folse’s kitchen at Lafitte’s Landing Restaurant to see how a dessert was plated. Later, after graduating from LSU and the Louisiana Culinary Institute, he opened a food truck called The Bengalier. In 2015, Chef Meeks joined the kitchen staff at Mansurs on the Boulevard, working his way up the ranks to become Executive Chef in 2021. Abney Harper met her husband and business partner while a student at Tulane University Law School. Years later, after practicing law for over a decade, she left her practice to join the restaurant industry. Today Abney is the co-owner of two businesses: Prima Apres, a fast casual pasta and pavlova restaurant, and Sucre Baton Rouge, and Sucre Covington, desert restaurants famous for their macarons and gelato. Whether we're eating Italian cuisine, Creole specialties, or mom's favorite recipes, in Louisiana we love gathering around a table with family and friends for an exceptional meal. Those meals are often inspired by cCreole history and traditions and typically end with a sumptuous bread pudding or bananas foster. But other equally memorable meals end with bite-sized surprises like a French-inspired macaron or exotic pavlova, a meringue named after a Russian ballerina. In Baton Rouge we're thankful for these specialty culinary experiences that are made possible by Abney Harper and Barret Meeks. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Photos by Ben Rabalais from Albaledo Media at itsbatonrouge.la.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Down in the Bayou, Brian Kelly and the LSU Tigers are gearing up for a big year. With an overhaul in the transfer portal and Garrett Nussmeir returning, LSU is expected to contend immediately for the SEC this season. On today's show, Shea Dixon from bengaltiger.com joins to give a full, in-depth breakdown of the Tigers. Will LSU make the CFP? How well will Garrett Nussmeier perform? Find out here in this jam-packed episode on 2025 season for the LSU Tigers. (0:00-0:39) Intro: LSU(0:40-5:39) Shea Dixon from the Bengal Tiger joins(5:40-11:51) Garrett Nussmeier returns to LSU(11:52-16:39) LSU in the trenches(16:40-17:15) Rhoback(17:16-20:15) LSU's offensive weapons(20:16-27:34) Revamped defense in Baton Rouge?(27:35-31:46) Season openers for LSU, Schedule(31:47-35:04) How much pressure is on Brian Kelly?(35:05-39:28) The LSU-Florida game(39:29-42:04) Wrapping up with Shea More news on LSU here: https://www.on3.com/teams/lsu-tigers/ Follow Shea Dixon here: https://x.com/SheadixonWatch our show LIVE on YouTube, M-F at 9:30 pm et! https://www.youtube.com/@On3sportsHosts: Andy Staples, Ari WassermanProducer: River Bailey

In this episode, we sit down with La Tavia Roberts, Events & Philanthropy Assistant Manager at the Baton Rouge location of Kendra Scott, to explore the remarkable story behind one of today's most beloved jewelry brands. While Kendra Scott's pieces are undeniably beautiful—featuring vibrant gemstones and elegant designs that have captured hearts worldwide—there's a profound purpose that runs much deeper than aesthetic appeal. Through their philanthropic foundation, Kendra Scott has woven giving back into the very fabric of her brand identity, transforming beautiful jewelry into a powerful vehicle for community impact and positive change. Our guest shares insights into how this foundation operates at the local level, the meaningful partnerships they've forged, the way this mission is exemplified with each employee, and how every piece of jewelry represents not just personal style, but a commitment to making a difference in the lives of others...especially organizations that benefit women and families. LaFASA knows first hand of their generosity and we want you to get to know Kendra Scott, too. For more information you can visit the store at 10156 Perkins Rowe, Suite 150, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, or call at 225-384-5157, or visit the website at kendrascott.comKendra Scott: A Top 100 Most Loved Workplace 2022 & 2023

Camp season is proving to be as productive as ... well ... camp season at Ohio State. The Buckeyes know how to invite, entertain and evaluate the nation's best. Ohio State commitment Brady Edmunds from California? He was here ... for almost a week. Quarterback Elijah Haven - the nation's top QB from Baton Rouge, La. - will camp at Ohio State today, proving the Buckeyes' recruiting territory stretches far and wide. We also dive deep on Michigan native Dakota Guerrant. What does the elite wide receiver think of Ohio State's operation? Who else has shined this week? Which Ohioans are lighting up the radar? We step back and let Bill Kurelic - The Dean - cook like only he can. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Excited to be joined by Preston Guy, staff writer covering LSU football and recruiting at TigerBait.com. We dive into Brian Kelly's third year in Baton Rouge—how does his tenure compare to previous LSU coaches who won national titles in Year 3? And with what might be his most talented roster yet, how much pressure is on Kelly to deliver in 2025?Plus, insight into LSU's No. 1-ranked transfer portal class, key additions at wide receiver and tight end, concerns along the offensive line, and which 2025 freshmen could make an early impact. We also break down Garrett Nussmeier's potential, the rise of LSU's NIL efforts after missing out on Bryce Underwood, and whether the Tigers can keep up financially with teams like Texas, Ohio State, and Oregon.We wrap with Preston's thoughts on Brian Kelly's SEC vs. Big Ten comments and how upcoming changes to the College Football Playoff could impact LSU's path to a national title. Don't miss this deep dive into one of the SEC's best programs!

Matt Moscona from ESPN Baton Rouge stopped by 3 Man Front on Thursday to discuss LSU baseball's trip to Omaha, Brian Kelly being out of excuses in Baton Rouge & the new reality for Alabama fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who will be the primary backup to Alvin Kamara in the RB room, and is Spencer Rattler taking the lead on Tyler Shough during Saints minicamp? Meanwhile, LSU baseball is on their way to Omaha as they will try for their eighth national championship. It's a jam-packed Wednesday edition of Dattitude (Ep. 384) presented by Evangeline Securities. Jim shares his experience from the Super Regionals in Baton Rouge this past Sunday, and Gabe Henderson also has thoughts on the College World Series.

On the latest edition of The Baumbastic Podcast, Andrew Ellis looks back on Arkansas and LSU's series in Baton Rouge back in May ahead of the two teams' showdown in the College World Series on Saturday! OFFICIAL MERCH: https://insidearkansas.myshopify.com/ #arkansas #razorbacks #football #basketball #baseball #sampittman #johncalipari SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS: BET SARACEN Arkansas' #1 Sports Betting App! Visit www.betsaracen.com to check out the latest spreads, lines, O/U, parlays, and more! BetSaracen has specials running every day that are unique to everyone here in the great, state of Arkansas! Download the BetSaracen app today on the Apple or Google Play store and get to winning big ONLY with BetSaracen…Arkansas' #1 Sports Betting App! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/saracen/id1612098207 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- BASIS HEALTH Basis Health is changing the way healthcare is delivered by providing mobile medical visits at the comfort of your home. A doctor will come to your home for urgent care, primary care, IV hydration and more! Basis Health… they are here for you when and where you need them most! Learn more at basishealth.org today! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- HD ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION Storms can hit unexpectedly, so be sure to contact HD Roofing for your peace of mind with a free inspection. When you choose HD Roofing, you can rely on professionalism, top-quality materials and expert installation for all of your roofing needs! Learn more at HDArkansas.com! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALUMNI HALL 3417 N College Ave, Fayetteville, AR 72703 479-435-6352 www.insidearkansas.com/alumnihall The best and largest selection of Razorback gear Apparel for the family - mens, womens, kids, pets too Razorback apparel, accessories, hats, Yeti, gifts - Alumni Hall has it all Hall Pass Rewards - Earn points with your purchases and get rewarded! Once you've spent $150 (which is easy to do), you'll get $10 off your next purchase We know some athletes so for our friends that shop the big and tall Hogs gear - shop today at www.insidearkansas.com/alumnihall Alumni Hall - The ultimate Razorback shopping destination! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- BRYANT TECHNOLOGIES Whether it's structured cabling, security camera installation, digital signage, or TV mounting, Bryant Technologies has you covered. They service the entire state of Arkansas as well as all of Arkansas' bordering states! Have Bryant Technologies help you with all of your network & security needs. Give them a call at 870-883-0330 or check out their website at www.bryantstechnologies.com It's Bryant Technologies…Quality Work. Guaranteed. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- LOOPER AUCTION & REALTY Why wait months—or even years—to sell your home the traditional way? At Looper Auction & Realty, we offer a faster, smarter option. Sell your home at auction. No repairs. No contingencies. No drawn-out negotiations. You set the terms, buyers compete, and you walk away with a firm closing date. Whether it's your home, an estate, or investment property, the auction method puts you in control—and gets it sold fast. Call Looper Auction & Realty at 479-996-4848 or visit LooperAuction.com. Looper Auction & Realty — Sold in 30, Closed in 30 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of "Grinding True Crime" is a podcast that delves into various criminal cases, exploring the details and impact of notorious crimes. In an episode featuring Sean Gillis, the Baton Rouge serial killer, the podcast examines the chilling details of his crimes, the investigation that led to his capture, and the broader implications of his actions on the community. It's a gripping and informative exploration of true crime.

The Southeastern 16 crew reacts to Sunday's matchup between LSU and West Virginia in the Baton Rouge super regional of the NCAA baseball tournament.

Mike Esneault talks and performs with New Orleans jazz vocalist Ed Perkins about his extensive performance career with artists like Branford Marsalis, Wes Anderson, Alvin Batiste and others as well as the influences of growing up in the musically rich environment of New Orleans. He also talks about being part of the blues and jazz music scene for many years in Baton Rouge.

Season 4, Episode 8; “Willing To Chew”On-site @ Iverstine Farms Butcher w/ Galen Iverstine.Listen. Subscribe. Share.The Eat the Boot Podcast is sponsored by Cheba Hut Toasted Subs in Baton Rouge and features music from Louisiana based singer/songwriter, Adam Dale, from the album “Shadowtown”.  www.eattheboot.com

A podcast reunion 8 years in the making! Chuck p, Jay Ducote, Jacob Talley and Tayor Calandro gather at Jay's house for an afternoon of craft beer and catching up.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-abv-podcast--5595170/support.

We all know raising kids takes a village—but what if you’re the one building that village? What if you're the one creating the spaces where children feel safe? Daycare Tessa Holloway is the Owner and Director of Kidz Karousel, a network of early learning centers with nine locations across South Louisiana. What started as a personal decision to save her children’s daycare in Port Allen has grown into one of the region’s most recognized family-centered childcare businesses. Tessa and her husband built Kidz Karousel around the needs of families, because they were one. Today, Kidz Karousel is a sought-after partner for major employers like Woman’s Hospital and Our Lady of the Lake. Daddy When we talk about building stronger communities, we often start with kids' education, mentoring and opportunities. But what if we went one step further and invested in the people raising them? That’s exactly what Levar Robinson is doing with Fathers on a Mission. After years of mentoring youth, Levar realized the deeper need wasn’t just helping kids—it was supporting their dads. Today, he leads a growing nonprofit that empowers fathers to be more present, more prepared, and more connected. And in doing so, he’s reshaping what family support looks like in Baton Rouge—and soon, across Louisiana. Parenthood isn’t easy—it takes dedication, patience, and a whole lot of support from the community around you. Levar and Tessa are both showing us that building stronger communities starts at home—whether that’s creating safe, nurturing spaces for kids or empowering the fathers who shape their lives. Their work is a reminder that real change happens when people step up, not just to fill a need, but to build something lasting for families and the whole city. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Ian Ledo and Miranda Albarez at itsbatonrouge.la.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last weekend, Dillard University hosted a memorial service to honor the lives of 19 Black New Orleanians, whose skulls were unlawfully taken to Leipzig, Germany in the 1880s. The memorial also drew attention to the history of racist pseudoscience in an effort of repatriation alongside the University of Leipzig. Dr. Eva Baham, retired Dillard University professor and chair of Dillard's Cultural Repatriation Committee, helped lead the patriation efforts working with the University of Leipzig, and joins us for more on this story.It's a big week for baseball in Louisiana. On Saturday, the LSU Tigers will play their first game of the Super Regionals in Baton Rouge. But last Friday, LSU Shreveport Pilots made history when they became the first college baseball team ever to win every game of their season. The Pilots went 59-0, capping off their perfect season by winning the NAIA championship and giving their school their first national title in any sport. Head baseball coach Brad Neffendorf joins us to discuss the thrilling end to a historic season. ___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Glen West, a senior writer at Geaux 247 Sports, joined Sports Talk. West previewed LSU's challenge vs. West Virginia in the Baton Rouge Super Regional. He evaluated the Mountaineers' offense and pitching staff. West also discussed his trust level in the Tigers' pitching.

The Southeastern 16 crew of Graham Doty, Jay Greeson and Chris Lee previews the Baton Rouge super regional of LSU and West Virginia. LSU's four-man pitching tandem of Kade Anderson, Anthony Eyanson, Casan Evans and Zac Cowan may be the country's best when it comes to covering lots of innings in an elite manner. But can LSU's other talented arms, like Chase Shores, Jaden Noot, William Schmidt, Mavrick Rizy, Cooper Williams, Jacob Mayers and DJ Primeaux step up if called upon for coach Jay Johnson? Consistency has been an issue with LSU's offense. But Ethan Frey has gotten red-hot in the postseason, while Jared Jones, Derek Curiel, Stephen Milam, Daniel Dickenson and regional Game 4 hero Luis Hernandez are also tough outs. The Mountaineers went undefeated in the Clemson regional after knocking off Kentucky in the title game. The pitching is keyed by starters Griffin Kern (who also closed the title game) and Jack Kartsonas, plus, rubber-armed Reese Bassinger. WVU's offense is led by Kyle West, who had an amazing season (.347/.500/.607) at the plate. The bottom of the Mountaineers' balanced order hit well in Clemson, and five players with double-digit steals and Skyler King (.424) and Sam White (.421) also being on-base threats. GAMETIME SIDEKICKS Use promo code SE16 for 10% off! http://www.gametimesidekicks.com/ SANDERS MOVING Efficient, hassle-free moving: https://www.tedrsandersmoving.com/ JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP

This week on Talking Tigs:LSU Baseball wins exciting Baton Rouge regional!Super Regional vs. WVU previewNCAA Baseball regional recapThanks for listening, Subscribe, Share, and Geaux Tigers!

Mike and Charlie recapped LSU baseball's come-from-behind 10-6 victory over Little Rock in game seven of the Baton Rouge regional, highlighting pitcher Casan Evans, designated hitter Ethan Frey, and catcher Luis Hernandez. The guys interviewed Buddy Songy, an analyst for TigerBait.com, and Jim Derry, the host of the "Datitude" podcast for NOLA.com. Mike and Charlie criticized the Knicks' decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau after leading New York to the Eastern Conference Finals. Mike also remembered former NFL legend Jim Marshall. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to discuss LSU baseball's victory over Little Rock and the Saints' offseason question marks. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve and Charlie heard from Evans, Frey, Hernandez, and LSU head coach Jay Johnson after the Tigers' victory over the Trojans. Jerit Roser, an LSU reporter for On3's The Bengal Tiger, joined Sports Talk to recap the big win and preview the Tigers' Super Regional matchup against West Virginia. Oleh Kosel, an NBA reporter covering the Pelicans, discussed the Pelicans' commitment to head coach Willie Green. Steve and Charlie slammed the pathetic Pittsburgh Pirates and spoke to a WWL listener about the Pelicans.

Kimberly Landry Coates from Ponchatoula is spending time and money in Baton Rouge making sure chemtrails aren't turning frogs gay, or... something, she doesn't really know

It wasn't always easy, but the Tigers are headed to Supers. Listen as Bill and Will break it all down on another edition of the Gold Standard, talking all four games of a wild regional in Baton Rouge.

Buddy Songy, an analyst for TigerBait.com, joined Sports Talk. Songy broke down LSU's victory over Little Rock in game seven of the Baton Rouge regional. Songy praised Tiger head coach Jay Johnson, pitcher Casan Evans, designated hitter Ethan Frey, and catcher Luis Hernandez.

Mike and Charlie recapped LSU baseball's come-from-behind 10-6 victory over Little Rock in game seven of the Baton Rouge regional, highlighting pitcher Casan Evans, designated hitter Ethan Frey, and catcher Luis Hernandez. The guys interviewed Buddy Songy, an analyst for TigerBait.com, and Jim Derry, the host of the "Datitude" podcast for NOLA.com.

Steve and Charlie previewed LSU's upcoming regional finale against Little Rock. The guys listened to Jay Johnson's postgame press conference from Sunday night. Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Sports Talk to recap a hectic weekend of regional action. Etheridge broke down the Tigers' test against the Little Rock Trojans in game seven of the Baton Rouge regional. He criticized the SEC's poor showing and evaluated the West Virginia Mountaineers, who LSU could face in the Super Regional round.

Steve and Charlie reviewed Jay Johnson's changes to LSU's lineup ahead of the Tigers' showdown with Little Rock in the Baton Rouge regional finale.

Mike remembered former Tulane and East Jefferson baseball coach Joe Brockhoff. Mike and Charlie shared their thoughts on the Saints' meeting with Jonathan Bullard and the surprise retirement of Lions C Frank Ragnow. The guys also interviewed Glenn Guilbeau, a columnist for Tiger Rag, and Craig Mordock, a New Orleans criminal defense attorney. Mike and Charlie recapped an unpredictable opening weekend of regional play. Mike, Charlie, and Steve played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Steve and Charlie previewed LSU's upcoming regional finale against Little Rock. The guys listened to Jay Johnson's postgame press conference from Sunday night. Mark Etheridge, an SEC writer for D1Baseball.com, joined Sports Talk to discuss a hectic weekend of regional action. Steve and Charlie also reviewed Jay Johnson's changes to LSU's lineup ahead of the Tigers' showdown with Little Rock in the Baton Rouge regional finale.

What if a secret weapon in managing bipolar disorder isn't a new medication or a breakthrough therapy — but a brisk 20-minute walk? In this refreshingly honest and hilariously relatable episode, Gabe Howard, who lives with bipolar disorder, and Dr. Nicole Washington take on the least talked about pillar of bipolar stability: lifestyle management, and more specifically, exercise. During a recent bout of depression, Gabe's doctor “tricked” him into walking daily by describing it like a miracle pill. Spoiler alert: It kind of was. At first, Gabe thought the idea sounded like a total scam — and he didn't even own sneakers. (His first walks were in Doc Martens.) But over the past year, daily walks have become part of his recovery. In this episode, Gabe opens up about what finally got him moving, why he stuck with it, and how something so simple ended up making a real difference. Dr. Nicole, a self-proclaimed workout hater, shares why she still encourages her patients — and herself — to move, even when it's the last thing they want to do. From the science behind short daily walks to the mental health benefits for people managing bipolar disorder, Gabe opens up about what finally got him moving, how it changed his mindset, and why the smallest step forward can sometimes shift everything. "When somebody first mentioned going for a walk for bipolar disorder I thought what is this new age garbage? Like, I live with a serious and persistent mental illness. Going for a walk is not going to do anything. But I gotta tell you, I was wrong. Look, I'm not saying that it cures bipolar disorder. But I can say that it helps manage my moods." ~Gabe Howard, Host Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are available directly from the author with free swag included! Among his many accolades, Gabe received an official resolution from the Governor of Ohio naming him an “Everyday Hero,” and had the distinct honor of speaking at Oxford University in England. To learn more about Gabe, or to book him for your next event, please visit his website, gabehoward.com. You can also follow him on Instagram and TikTok at @askabipolar. Our host, Dr. Nicole Washington, is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she attended Southern University and A&M College. After receiving her BS degree, she moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to enroll in the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Since completing her residency training, Dr. Nicole has spent most of her career caring for and being an advocate for those who are not typically consumers of mental health services, namely underserved communities, those with severe mental health conditions, and high performing professionals. Through her private practice, podcast, speaking, and writing, she seeks to provide education to decrease the stigma associated with psychiatric conditions. Find out more at DrNicolePsych.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Wesley and Florian Fox Live At Luckenbach.Take a walk with me down Fascination Street, as I traveled 30 minutes from my house to Luckenbach, Texas to see previous guest of the show Will Wesley perform with his buddy Florian Fox. When Will was on the show last time, he mentioned that he & Florian would be playing Luckenbach a few months from then. So, true to his word, Will reached out to me as the date got nearer, and once again invited me to come see the show, and record another episode. This time, he introduced me to his good friend and tour mate, Florian Fox. Florian is a country singer all the way from Zurich, Switzerland! When Florian is in the U.S., he and Will tour together. When Will is in Switzerland, he and Florian tour together. What a great partnership! So my wife and I went to see them play together at The Thomas Michael Riley Music Festival, live at Luckenbach, Texas! My wife and I had never been there before, and this was one hell of a reason to go. In this episode, we get to know Florian, and how he was introduced to, and fell in love with country music. The two of them share the story of how they met, and why they instantly took a liking to each other. They share some tour stories, they explain why their different musical styles work well together, and they talk about some of the similarities in their music. Naturally, they wrote a song together, and they both graciously agree to let me play it! Both of these great country artists play across America, as well as across Switzerland and Europe. If you ever have the chance to see either, or both of them, DO IT! These gentlemen are a ton of fun to talk to and listen to! ******This episode was recorded LIVE at an outdoor music festival during a torrential rainstorm. I cleaned up the audio as good as I could, I hope you enjoy the episode!*****

Blake Ruffino and Carter Bryant share their thoughts on the SEC Spring Meetings & the conversations that have been coming out of Destin. Blake & Carter discuss the 9 game potential SEC Schedule in which Blake & Carter disagree. Which college football playoff model works best? Lastly, is this current 2025 Football Roster the most talented in his tenure as the Head Coach in Baton Rouge. Can they really replace the four (4) 1st Round picks that they had offensively under the Kelly era? #lsu #lsufootball #lsutigers #lsutigersfootball #lsusports #foryou #fyp #foryoupage #sec #secspringmeetings #secfootball

Join Dave Lapham "In The Trenches" for a heartfelt and insightful conversation with Jimmy Burrow, former football player, coach, and proud father of Cincinnati Bengals superstar quarterback, Joe Burrow. This episode, brought to you by First Star Logistics, dives into the incredible work of The Joe Burrow Foundation and the journey of raising an NFL icon.   The Joe Burrow Foundation's Mission: Providing resources and support for the underprivileged and underserved, focusing on food insecurity and children's mental health in Southeast Ohio, Baton Rouge, and Cincinnati.   Joe Burrow's Development: From his early days and multi-sport athleticism in Southeast Ohio to his Heisman-winning career at LSU and his rise in the NFL.   Joe's Character & Leadership: Insights into Joe Burrow's private nature, his on-field intelligence, and his ability to motivate teammates.   Behind the Scenes of Their Fundraising Success: How a recent two-day dinner and golf outing raised over $1 million for the foundation.   We want to thank Jimmy for being a fantastic guest and for joining us today on In the Trenches with Dave Lapham brought to you by First Star Logistics. We also look forward to growing our new central channel, First Star Media Group, and having you fans follow us along the ride. A lot more content is coming soon so definitely hit that subscribe button so you never miss one of our uploads! As always Who Dey!   Want to win great prizes from First Star Logistics during the Bengals season? During the 2025 Cincinnati Bengals season, First Star Logistics will give away some great and unique prizes. Follow @FirstStarLog, @DLInTheTrenches, and @JoeGoodberry for details each week on how you can win.

Bryce Koon of "Geaux247" joins Chris Phillips to talk the Baton Rouge Regional including LSU's path to becoming a Top 8 National Seed, reaction to the draw, keys to victory for the Tigers and much more. ⬇️ Support SECU ⬇️ FANDUEL Visit FanDuel.com/SECU to join today and get started with $300 dollars in bonus bets when you win your first $5 dollar bet! Subscribe to SEC Unfiltered, the best SEC podcast on the internet: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sec-unfiltered/id1441899352 Website: https://www.secunfiltered.com/ X: ​https://twitter.com/SECUnfiltered Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfiitered/ Facebook: ​https://www.facebook.com/SECUnfiItered Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/pl/podcast/sec-unfiltered/id1441899352 Let's get it! Must be 21+ and present in select states (for Kansas, in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino) or 18+ and present in D.C. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat in Connecticut, or visit mdgamblinghelp.org in Maryland. Hope is here. Visit GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support in Massachusetts or call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY in New York.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jonathan Thomas, known on trail as Janis Joplin. Janis Joplin is a thru-hiker, FKT record holder, D1 collegiate track and field athlete, former news cameraman, Boston Marathon bombing survivor, CDT trail angel, and owner of Exotic Pax, an innovative, vest-style backpack for thru-hikers handmade in Chama, New Mexico. This episode covers a lot of ground, including the many times he's narrowly escaped death, what is was like growing up in New Orleans, being a D1 collegiate athlete, what brought him into the world of FKTs and how FKT athletes are more possessive over their records than they might lead on, what it's like to run an outfitter in a sleepy CDT town, and the inspiration and process that goes into his unique backpacks. We wrap the show with a reversal on the closure of a campground key to JMT and PCT hikers, our takes on who'd win in a fight between 100 men and one silverback gorilla, and the Triple Crown of items you geniously stash in many strategic locations. Topo Athletic: Use code “TREKSPRING15” at topoathletic.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “BACKPACKER20” for 20% off packs at gossamergear.com.  Betterment: Learn more at betterment.com/trek. Burgeon Outdoor: Use code “BACKPACKER15” for 15% off at burgeonoutdoor.com. Bear Mattress: Use code “BACKPACKER” for 40% off at bearmattress.com. [divider] Interview with Jonathan Thomas aka JJ JJ's Instagram JJ's Youtube Exotic Pax Website Tumble On Outfitters Website Time stamps & Questions 00:05:34 - Reminders: Take our survey, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon, and apply to blog for the Trek! 00:09:25 - Introducing JJ 00:10:28 - What's it like growing up in New Orleans? 00:18:10 - Tell us about working for a news channel 00:21:40 - What's the most interesting scene you ever shot from? 00:24:30 - What were the highlights from the local news industry? 00:26:50 - What events did you do at LSU? 00:30:00 - Discussion about biking in Baton Rouge 00:34:20 - What personality differences were there between swimmers and runners?00:35:25 - Why did you walk on to the team at LSU? 00:37:35 - Tell us about running the Boston marathon 00:40:40 - How did you get into hiking? 00:43:20 - How did the PCT compare to running? 00:44:12 - How have you processed the trauma you've gone through? 00:48:27 - Did the calm on a long trail draw you in? 00:50:10 - Tell us about attempting to do an FKT in the middle of your PCT thru-hike 00:53:40 - What are the differences between the different distances of running? 00:59:25 - What are the differences between preparing for an FKT and for road running? 01:03:40 - How do you train for the unexpected? 01:12:15 - What's the wildest hallucination you've had? 01:17:00 - Is it difficult to maintain motivation during your FKT attempt? 01:26:20 - Discussion about JJ's Oregon FKT 01:29:30 - Wheel spin 01:36:25 - Tell us about the Oregon FKT 01:39:50 - Why did you carry a cast iron on the trail? 01:45:40 - Tell us about your interactions with foxes 01:49:45 - What other meals do you make on trail? 01:56:20 - What's the inspiration for your company? 02:03:40 - What are the main stitches used in backpacking gear? 02:09:12 - Discussion about Exotic Pax 02:12:30 - How did Tate find you to make his pack? 02:16:27 - Tell us about the process with making custom packs 02:18:00 - Which model of backpack is the most popular? 02:20:40 - Tell us about the zippered pocket 02:22:42 - Explain the vest functionality of your backpack 02:30:00 - Chaunce tries on the backpack 02:33:30 - How do you do the sizing? 02:37:20 - How did you decide to go for the PCT FKT this year? 02:39:00 - Where can people keep up with you? 02:39:48 - Peak Performance Question: What is your top performance-enhancing or backpacking hack? Segments Trek Propaganda: Yosemite Campground Closure Will Disrupt Backpackers — Including JMT and PCT Thru-Hikers by Katie Jackson QOTD:  Who wins in a fight, 1 gorilla vs. 100 men? Triple Crown of items you geniously stash in many strategic locations Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. 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