Podcasts about Crescent City

This week on the Insider Report, Kat and Bruce give the scoop on what is going on in the area, including the Chetco Library event schedule; One King 1st Annual Music Festival in Crescent City; Anne: Vignettes From Avonlea at the Tolowa Dee-Ni' Event Center; “Strait Country”, Buck Ford's Tribute To George Strait; Afternoon Indie […]

Jenna Bush Hager sits down with bestselling author Sarah J. Maas, the powerhouse behind Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City. As ACOTAR celebrates its tenth anniversary, Sarah reflects on her early writing days, the manuscript she scrapped, and the debut that changed everything. She opens up about the impact of BookTok, balancing motherhood with deadlines, and why fantasy and romance offer more than just escapism — they offer hope.

Eighty four year-old Irma Thomas is the “Soul Queen of New Orleans.” Galactic is a band that’s spent the last three decades generating uncompromising funk music. Now, these cornerstones of the Crescent City are sharing a new collaboration — Audience With The Queen. Stewards of sonic heart that they are, Galactic fits perfectly alongside Thomas’ incomparable voice. And we expect “Where I Belong” will become a setlist staple for both artists.

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Cary Baker about the musical tradition of street performance, also known as busking. The hosts also review the solo album from TV On The Radio lead singer Tunde Adebimpe and hear feedback from listeners on recent episodes.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Arvella Gray, "John Henry," I Blueskvarter Chicago 1964, Volume Two, Jefferson, 2000The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Tunde Adebimpe, "Magnetic," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tunde Adebimpe, "Ate The Moon," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tunde Adebimpe, "Pinstack," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tunde Adebimpe, "Drop," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tunde Adebimpe, "Blue," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tunde Adebimpe, "Somebody New," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tunde Adebimpe, "ILY," Thee Black Boltz, Sub Pop, 2025Tracy Chapman, "Stand By Me (Live At The Late Show With David Letterman)," Greatest Hits, Elektra, 2015Moondog, "Nocturne Suite Part 1," On The Streets of New York, Mississippi, 2019Cortelia Clark, "Bye, Bye, Love," Blues in the Street, RCA, 1966George Coleman, "Innocent Little Doggy," Bongo Joe, Arhoolie, 1969Fantastic Negrito, "Nobody Makes Money," Fantastic Negrito EP, Blackball Universe, 2014Violent Femmes, "Blister In The Sun," Violent Femmes, Slash, 1983Ted Hawkins, "Strange Conversation," The Next Hundred Years, Geffen, 1994Mary Lou Lord, "St. Swithin's Day," Real, Deep Music, 1993Lucinda Williams, "Ramblin' On My Mind," Ramblin' on My Mind, Folkways, 1979Dom Flemons, "Charmin Betsy," Black Cowboys, Smithsonian Folkways, 2018Emmylou Harris, "Crescent City," Cowgirl's Prayer, Asylum, 1993Stan Rogers, "Barrett's Privateers," Fogarty's Cove, Barn Swallow, 1977Tsunami, "In A Name," Deep End, Simple Machines, 1992See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maddie gone for the day so Jen and Calli talk about Throne of Glass (with a little Crescent City from Calli) and catch up on a lot of other things, including what we've been up to and what we've been watching lately. It's nice to be back after a couple weeks off.

Last week, Robert Francis Prevost was elected as the new pope. Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, is the first American pope in the Vatican's history. Although he was born and raised in Chicago, a local genealogist and historian quickly traced his family's lineage to New Orleans. Jari Honora, family historian at the Historic New Orleans Collection, tells us more about what he discovered about the pope's familial ties to the Crescent City.Venture Global, the U.S.'s second largest producer of liquified natural gas, plans to build a second terminal in south Louisiana, this time in the sparsely populated Cameron Parish. The proposed terminal was recently granted a permit by the Department of Energy, its fifth LNG-related approval since President Trump took office. Verite News' Tristan Baurick tells us how residents are responding to the news.Scott Cowen has worn many hats. College football player, infantry officer, professor and president of Tulane University when Hurricane Katrina hit. He became a prominent voice for restoring the city's infrastructure, reforming the public school system and enhancing Tulane's athletic programs.More  recently, he's authored several books, including  “Lead and Succeed,” a leadership guide for recent graduates and early career professionals.  Cowen joins us to discuss his varied career and share his leadership advice for young people.—Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Karen Henderson. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos 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!

New Orleans began her love affair with coffee three centuries ago. Any local of a certain age can remember the grown-ups of their childhood spending hours around the kitchen table drinking a strong French roast blended with chicory. This week we sit down with a cup of coffee and some folks who can tell us the story of coffee in New Orleans. First, Patrick Brennan, of the famous Brennan restaurant clan, talks about leaving the family business to strike out on his own in the artisan coffee market. Patrick tells us about Congregation Coffee, his roasting business and Algiers Point neighborhood coffee shop. Next, we hear from Suzanne Stone and David Feldman, as we take a deep dive into their book, New Orleans Coffee: A Rich History. They tell the story of coffee in the Crescent City, which came to the forefront in the late 1700s. Finally, we chat with graphic artist Sharon Dunn Dinkins Dymond, who, in the 1970s, discovered a cache of 19th- and early 20th-century product labels that tell the tale of New Orleans' early love affair with coffee. She reproduces the beautiful, chromolithographed labels on postcards and ceramic serving ware for her company, Fabled Labels. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

New Orleans began her love affair with coffee three centuries ago. Any local of a certain age can remember the grown-ups of their childhood spending hours around the kitchen table drinking a strong French roast blended with chicory. This week we sit down with a cup of coffee and some folks who can tell us the story of coffee in New Orleans. First, Patrick Brennan, of the famous Brennan restaurant clan, talks about leaving the family business to strike out on his own in the artisan coffee market. Patrick tells us about Congregation Coffee, his roasting business and Algiers Point neighborhood coffee shop. Next, we hear from Suzanne Stone and David Feldman, as we take a deep dive into their book, New Orleans Coffee: A Rich History. They tell the story of coffee in the Crescent City, which came to the forefront in the late 1700s. Finally, we chat with graphic artist Sharon Dunn Dinkins Dymond, who, in the 1970s, discovered a cache of 19th- and early 20th-century product labels that tell the tale of New Orleans' early love affair with coffee. She reproduces the beautiful, chromolithographed labels on postcards and ceramic serving ware for her company, Fabled Labels. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

We began this episode of the Fully-Booked: Literary podcast with just the two of us, Meaghan and Shirin. Arthur wasn't with us this time, and it felt like a return to our original format.We joked about possibly rotating the lineup again soon, but encouraged listeners to speak up if they preferred the two-host dynamic. We even said they could let Arthur know in the loudest way possible. The tone was lighthearted as we poked fun at our evolving chemistry, especially how Shirin and Arthur now seem to share a kind of sibling energy. That dynamic, we agreed, might eventually lead to Meaghan getting pushed out of the mix entirely.This conversation took us down memory lane, where we recalled a trip where Dan (Shirin's husband) couldn't come along. Meaghan was sure she'd feel like the third wheel, but it was the other way around. Shirin and Arthur bickered like siblings the entire day, leaving Meaghan feeling like an outsider.That moment, among others, reminded us how long we've all known each other and how naturally our dynamic has evolved. Meaghan and Shirin have been friends for nearly fifteen years. Shirin has been with Arthur for eleven years. This long-standing familiarity shapes how we collaborate on the podcast, creating a casual and comfortable space for experimentation and banter.Bringing Back the Game: Plot Guesses and Literary CurveballsWe leaned into a game we first played earlier in the year with Arthur. This time, Shirin joined in for her first round.The game is simple.One host reads a short passage from a book the other hasn't read, and then the other person tries to guess what the book is about. We made it clear that the goal isn't to identify the book title but to predict its plot based solely on a few opening lines. It's a mix of deduction and humor, and we had a great time with it.We started with The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden. Shirin read a monologue from the prologue, and Meaghan quickly assumed the narrator, Tom, was a stalker. She picked up on clues like his obsessive love for Daisy since childhood.Meaghan predicted a story where he either kills her or becomes possessive and dangerous. Shirin revealed that the book has split perspectives and time jumps. The real plot follows a woman named Sydney who begins to suspect her boyfriend may be involved in a murder. Meaghan was given a five out of ten for capturing the general vibe, even though she missed key elements.Next was The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune. Shirin hadn't read the book, but she guessed it involved people with psychic or magical abilities living in a mysterious house. Meaghan confirmed the premise and explained that Linus, a lonely social worker, is sent to assess magical children in a secluded home.One of those children is the Antichrist. The book is both whimsical and heartwarming, and Linus undergoes major personal growth. The mood of the book reminded us of a gentler, more humorous version of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.MLMs, Murder Mysteries, and Magical MishapsWe continued with Death in the Downline by Maria Abrams. Meaghan read the opening lines, which didn't give much away. However, Shirin picked up on subtle clues in the setting and the tone.She correctly guessed it had something to do with MLMs and maybe a darker twist. Meaghan revealed that the main character, Drew, joins a shady MLM out of desperation after being laid off and moving back in with her dad. She is lured in by a glowing ex-friend, and things quickly spiral into something much more disturbing. Meaghan praised the book's comedic edge and its criticism of exploitative business models. Shirin earned a high score for that guess.Then came The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab. Shirin had vague memories of the book and correctly guessed that Addie is immortal. Meaghan explained the twist.Addie lives forever after making a deal with the devil, but everyone she meets forgets her instantly. That changes when she meets someone who remembers her. The story is more character-driven than plot-heavy, which made it a hit for some and slow for others. Still, Meaghan enjoyed its emotional weight and gave Shirin a seven out of ten for her solid instincts.Apartments, Vampires, and Fantasy FeastsLock Every Door by Riley Sager came next. The scene Meaghan read involved a character waking up disoriented in a hospital. Shirin guessed it was about someone attacked in their own home. That guess was partially right.The story follows Jules, a woman hired to apartment-sit in a posh, historic New York building. She starts noticing strange behavior and uncovers a chilling mystery when another sitter goes missing. The thriller turns out to be less supernatural than expected, which surprised Meaghan in a good way. Shirin received a five out of ten for a reasonable but misdirected prediction.Shirin brought out Quicksilver by Callie Hart, and Meaghan made some strong assumptions based on the cover and fantasy tropes. She guessed the protagonist had magical abilities and ended up in an enemies-to-lovers arc involving a mysterious man. She was right about most of it.Seres, the main character, discovers she can manipulate metal, especially silver. This catches the attention of Kingfisher, a fae ruler searching for someone like her. He whisks her away to the fae realm, where a larger vampire war is underway. Shirin said she'd have to reread the book for all the details, but confirmed Meaghan's guess was impressively close.Next up was So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison. Meaghan guessed correctly that the story involved female friendship and vampires.The main character, Sloane, is trapped in an unhappy marriage and joins her best friend Naomi for a birthday trip. They meet a suspicious group of people, and things take a dark, supernatural turn. The book blends horror and feminist themes, exploring messy yet meaningful female bonds. Meaghan shared how much she enjoys Harrison's storytelling style, which centers female protagonists in paranormal scenarios.Secret Libraries, Teenage Witches, and Shadowy WorldsShirin read from The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake. The book opens with musings about the Library of Alexandria, and Meaghan admitted she had no idea what the actual plot was. Still, she correctly identified it as dark academia involving magic and a mysterious institution.Shirin confirmed that six talented individuals are recruited by Atlas to protect ancient magical knowledge, and each character brings a unique power. The book is about power, secrets, and alliances within this elite group.Meaghan introduced Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix. Shirin guessed it was about a rebellious teen forced into a new environment, possibly where witchcraft becomes involved. That was pretty close.The story follows a pregnant teenager in the 1970s who is sent to a home for unwed mothers. There, she bonds with other girls, and they begin exploring witchcraft through a mysterious librarian's book. While the story slows in the middle, Meaghan praised Hendrix's ability to create compelling female characters and write satisfying endings.To finish, Shirin brought out House of Earth and Blood from the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas. Meaghan didn't know much about it beyond the genre but guessed it had fae and epic fantasy elements.Shirin explained that the emotional core of the book centers on a strong female friendship. When Bryce's best friend is murdered, the plot becomes a murder mystery wrapped in a modern fantasy world. Shirin prefers this series to ACOTAR for its stronger emotional resonance and more grounded character development.Wrapping It Up: Books Swapped and Fun HadAs we wrapped up, we laughed about the growing pile of books sitting beside us. Meaghan ended up borrowing a few of Shirin's picks, while Shirin promised to give some of Meaghan's thrillers a shot.We agreed this guessing game would be something to revisit. It not only highlights our reading differences but also reinforces how well we understand each other's tastes. Whether you're into fantasy epics or fast-paced mysteries, there's always something worth discovering.

In this very special episode, we're joined by the incredibly talented Elizabeth Evans, the voice behind the Throne of Glass and Crescent City series—and now, the newly re-recorded A Court of Thorns and Roses audiobooks, releasing in celebration of the series' 10-year anniversary! We go behind the scenes with Elizabeth to talk about her acting background, narration process, and what it's like to bring some of the most iconic characters in fantasy to life. From crafting distinct voices for the Archeron sisters to navigating the emotional depth of Kingdom of Ash and the explosive ending of House of Sky and Breath, this conversation is a deep dive into the Maasverse you won't want to miss!

In this episode of the Fully-Booked podcast, we welcomed Shirin back to the podcast after a six-month hiatus! The return wasn't pre-planned but fell into place organically, creating a light-hearted surprise for everyone. Shirin has been away dealing with personal life changes, including taking care of a new baby and adjusting to a new rhythm at home.The hosts, Meaghan, Arthur, and Shirin, agreed that May would be a transitional month, easing out of the structured April theme of "fools and tricksters" into a looser, more fun assortment of topics. With Shirin returning and the team unsure how often all three would be recording together, the trio decided to start casually and reconnect with listeners through conversation.They introduced the theme for this episode as book hangovers - an experience that most readers encounter at some point. The discussion would focus on what book hangovers are, how they affect each of the hosts differently, and what strategies they use to overcome them. This theme is particularly timely for Shirin, who is not just returning to the podcast but also to the act of reading for pleasure after a long break.What's On Our Nightstands: Current ReadsBefore diving into book hangovers, the hosts shared what they're currently reading.Shirin talked about trying to get through Quicksilver, a fantasy novel that she found compelling but difficult to consume via audiobook. She experimented with switching between audio and print versions but found that listening to complex fantasy without visual reference, especially for unfamiliar names and terminology, was frustrating. Shirin typically prefers audiobooks for lighter reads like romance, where the stakes and structure are easier to follow. Her experience illustrated how personal reading preferences can vary widely depending on format and genre.Meaghan echoed this sentiment, sharing that she, too, only listens to audiobooks for titles she's already read. That way, she doesn't worry about missing important plot points if her attention drifts. The group touched on the trend of duet narration in audiobooks and how multiple narrators can enhance the listening experience, especially in genres like romance or fantasy where character differentiation is crucial.Arthur, on the other hand, has been diving into Station Eternity by Mur Lafferty, a sci-fi murder mystery about a detective who flees Earth only to find trouble on an alien space station. This choice stood in stark contrast to Meaghan and Shirin's current reads and highlighted the diversity of interests among the hosts. Meaghan and Shirin both admitted they wouldn't have picked it up on their own, which Arthur found amusing. Their differences offered fresh perspectives and ensured that listeners received a range of book recommendations.Meaghan had recently finished Forged by Magic by Jenna Wolfhart, a cozy fantasy that suited her seasonal preference for lighter reads in the spring. She also reviewed The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick, a 1960s period piece that explores themes of identity and societal roles through the lens of suburban housewives discovering The Feminine Mystique. Meaghan was pleasantly surprised by how much she enjoyed the latter, even though literary fiction isn't typically her go-to.What Are Book Hangovers, And Why Do They Hit So Hard?Once everyone had shared their current reads, the discussion turned to the heart of the episode: book hangovers. Shirin kicked things off by defining a book hangover as the feeling of emotional or mental paralysis after finishing a phenomenal book or series, to the point where it becomes difficult to start another. She cited A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) as the most intense book hangover she's ever experienced.Meaghan agreed with this definition and emphasized that series often make hangovers worse because readers become deeply immersed in their fictional worlds. She admitted that while she's had lulls in reading motivation, they haven't always been hangovers per se. Sometimes, they're just due to low interest or life distractions.Arthur added a different perspective: for him, hangovers can stem from finishing books that were simply bad. He explained that after reading something disappointing, he becomes hesitant to start anything new, fearing more letdowns. Meaghan and Shirin found this relatable and described similar experiences of slogging through mediocre reads and then losing momentum.They also discussed academic hangovers, particularly the one Shirin experienced after completing her English degree. Having been forced to read and analyze so many dense or unenjoyable texts, she lost her passion for reading for a time. All three agreed that required reading - especially when it involves analyzing books you don't enjoy - can suck the joy out of literature.The hosts reflected on how doing the podcast has made them more self-aware about their reading habits. It's helped them track how and when hangovers happen and reevaluate how to navigate them. This awareness has even affected their attitudes toward DNFing (Did Not Finish). They now feel less guilty about putting a book down if it's not enjoyable, prioritizing quality reading experiences over completion.Breaking The Cycle: How We Escape Book HangoversThe group discussed personal strategies for overcoming book hangovers. Meaghan's go-to remedy is to switch to something fast-paced like a thriller. These books don't require the same emotional investment as fantasy or character-driven novels, making them easier to read when she feels drained. She also prefers standalones during this time, since she usually gets hangovers from involved series.Shirin agreed and said that switching genres often helps her reset. She leans toward romance or beach reads, especially as summer approaches. Titles like Love and Other Words or Novel Love Story are perfect for pulling her out of a slump. She also mentioned that thrillers work well because they're plot-driven and don't demand deep emotional attachment to the characters.Arthur had a unique approach. He recommended short story collections as a way to recover. Because each story is self-contained and relatively short, readers can sample a variety of tones, plots, and genres without long-term commitment. This keeps things fresh and can reignite interest in reading. He also noted that he enjoys sci-fi short stories, even though he doesn't usually gravitate toward full-length sci-fi novels.The group talked about how jumping into something too similar to what caused the hangover can backfire. Shirin realized she made this mistake with Quicksilver, reading it too soon after Onyx Storm, which had similar themes and pacing. The comparison made it harder for her to enjoy the new book. She decided to pause and pick up Legends & Lattes, a cozy fantasy that Meaghan recommended, which is often suggested as a perfect “palate cleanser” after an intense series.They also addressed how thrillers rarely cause book hangovers, which is why they often serve as effective cures. Meaghan pointed out that cozy mysteries and cozy fantasies fall into the same category - low stakes, resolved plots, and comfort-driven narratives. According to polls, cozy mysteries are the least likely to induce book hangovers, a conclusion that made complete sense to the hosts.Prolonging The High: Fandom, Spoilers, And The Hangover SpiralThe conversation shifted to how modern fandoms influence reading behavior. Arthur talked about how finishing The Dark Tower series led him into an obsessive search for forums and fan theories. He wanted to explore the lore beyond the books themselves, trying to prolong the experience.Meaghan and Shirin recognized this tendency in themselves, too, especially with incomplete series like Fourth Wing or Crescent City. They admitted to going down internet rabbit holes, diving into Reddit threads, and TikTok speculation.Shirin, however, tries to avoid spoilers at all costs. While she's aware of some major plot points in popular series due to the nature of the Internet, she prefers to go in as blind as possible. She compared this to how she enjoys going to film festivals without knowing much about the films. Arthur and Meaghan, on the other hand, are more flexible about spoilers, especially in non-book contexts.The episode ended with some light teasing and banter about reading habits, particularly Shirin's aversion to Nicholas Sparks and sickly sweet romances. Everyone shared a laugh, wrapping things up with a sense of camaraderie and mutual understanding.

Send us a textWe continue our tandem read of Empire of Storms and Tower of Dawn with EOS chapters 11-13 and TOD chapters 4-7. Full schedule on IG @DTFaePodcast. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

Economists like to say nobody wins a trade war. The counter point is the American auto industry. Foreign carmakers have opened dozens of factories in the U.S. over the last 40 years, largely due to conflicts over trade.The Gulf States Newsroom's Stephen Bisaha shares some of that history and why it might not repeat itself with the current trade war.For the eighth time, acclaimed painter and sculptor James Michalopoulos is the official poster artist for the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. This time, he's spotlighting the Crescent City's Grammy Award-winning band, Tank and the Bangas, led by vocalist Tarriona “Tank” Ball. Michalopoulos joins us to discuss capturing the essence of a festival in his artwork.LSU has  long offered an undergraduate nursing program, but in the past, students have had to complete their training elsewhere. But next fall, the university will offer a new Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, along with a Master of Public Health degree and an epidemiology program.Jennifer Manning, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Nursing Programs at LSU, tells us more about this new program and how she hopes it will address the nationwide nursing shortage.__Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. 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, 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!

A bill that would crack down on restaurant reservation apps is making its way through the Louisiana Legislature and could soon pass in the House. The bill would ban certain apps from arranging reservations without explicit contracts with restaurants. Reporter Wesley Mueller discussed this with Greg LaRose, host of the new podcast, “Light Switch,” from the Louisiana Illuminator. This past Monday, athletes gathered for the 139th Boston Marathon, which also marked 50 years since Bob Hall became the first wheelchair user to complete the course, which soon ushered in a wave of wheelchair racing at marathons.And this past weekend, another racer raised the bar.  Brian Marelo, 15, won first place in the wheelchair racing division of the Crescent City Classic. He joins us along with his mother Gwenn Marelo, board president of the Spina Bida Foundation of Louisiana, to talk about  his racing journey and opportunities for adaptive sports in the state.The New Orleans' Jazz and Heritage Festival is upon us, and this Saturday, hip hop legend and NOLA native Lil Wayne will take the main stage with The Roots for the first time at the festival. The Gulf States Newsroom's Joseph King tells us why this is a big moment for hip hop artists at Jazz Fest.___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!

JJ, Jamie are Austin review and react to AEW's Dynamite from New Orleans (4-23-25). They get into all the Crescent City goodness of Jamie Hayter and Kris Statlander, MJF's scheming, Master P ???????, and the Young Bucks all out BANGER vs Kevin Knight and Mike Bailey. They also talk about WrestleMania 41, NXT STand & Deliver, the Raw after WM, IF there is a new PPV picks champion, plus So Much More!!!!!!--------------------------------------------------------Intro Music:VOYAGER 1 by John Tasoulas | https://soundcloud.com/john-tasoulasMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported LicenseLicense: Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed)

"Better not walk in the 1st Line!" - New Orleans - Jazz, Gumbo, Big Easy, Mardis Gras, the Crescent City. Hach, ich komme nur bei dem Gedanken an die Stadt New Orleans schon ins Schwärmen und ich war noch nicht einmal da! Benedikt geht es da genau so und doch auch ganz anders. Denn ins Schwärmen gerät auch er, aber im Gegensatz zu mir, ist er schon dort gewesen - mehrmals, hat die Musik gespielt und das Lebensgefühl eingeatmet. Und jetzt ist er wieder dort gewesen. Der Grund, zusammen mit der New Orleans Schlagzeuger-Legende Johnny Vidakovic ein zweites Album in der Stadt des Jazz aufzunehmen. Für mich wiederum Grund genug mit Benedikt über genau dieses Lebensgefühl zu reden, über die Aufnahmesessions und vor allem über Schlagzeugersachen: Was macht das New Orleans Drumming aus, was sind Second Line Grooves und was ist die Second Line überhaupt? Bei einem Gläschen Wein reden wir über seine Zeit in New Orleans und über Benedikts musikalische Projekte drumherum. Und dann klären wir auch noch die Frage, warum man besser nicht in der ersten Reihe laufen sollte... Mehr zu Benedikt findest du hier: www.benedikthesse.com Auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benedikthesse Du willst ein wenig mehr in die Welt der Stadt New Orleans eintauchen? Das ist Benedikts "Seh-Tipp" dazu: Street Beat: Drumming Below Sea Level  -> https://www.streetbeat.video Ich freu mich tierisch, wenn du auf der Seite von Einfach Schlagzeug mal unter https://einfachschlagzeug.de/ oder bei Instagram vorbeischaust: https://www.instagram.com/krafftfelix/?hl=de Kapitelmarken 0:00:09 - Start 0:12:38 - Spanish Eyes 0:15:45 - 2nd Line Drumming 0:25:51 - New Orleans 0:43:50 - Und noch schnell nach Japan

Today, we're honored to be joined by a true cultural torchbearer — saxophonist, composer, bandleader, and Big Chief of the Congo Square Nation… Donald Harrison.From second-line rhythms in New Orleans to classical orchestration, nouveau swing to trap-infused jazz — Donald Harrison's musical reach is nothing short of cosmic. In this episode, we dive deep into his creative process, his groundbreaking orchestral work like the Congo Square Suite, and his vision for connecting ancestral sounds with modern innovation, including his mind-bending new project in quantum improvisation.We talk about how his music reflects the shared soul between cities like Charleston and New Orleans — and what audiences can expect when he headlines the Charleston Jazz Festival on April 27.Plus, we explore how Harrison is shaping the future of music through mentorship, multi-genre storytelling, and a lifetime of turning sound into spirit.So whether you're tuning in from the Lowcountry or the Crescent City, from a porch swing or a subway ride — get ready to travel through rhythm, history, and heart.

Despite tough odds, the Crescent City Classic Race survived the pandemic and is coming back stronger, bigger, and more local. Eric Stuart, Crescent City Classic Race Director, joins Ian to talk about what's different about this year's race.

Send us a textWe're kicking off our tandem read of Empire of Storms and Tower of Dawn with EOS chapters 1-5 and TOD chapter 1. Full schedule on IG @DTFaePodcast. Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

New Orleans has a new superintendent of schools. Last week, the Orleans Parish School Board selected Fateama Fulmore, the district's former deputy superintendent, to take on the role. Aubri Juhasz, education reporter for WWNO and WRKF, tells us more about the system's new leader and what challenges lie ahead is This year, the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The production company honors the life of the legendary playwright , who wrote some of his most famous works while living in the Crescent City.Founding Co-Artistic Director Augustin Correro tells us more about this milestone, along with actors Benjamin Dougherty and Leslie Claverie who star in the company's latest production, "Orpheus Descending.”This weekend, the annual French Quarter Fest returns to the heart of New Orleans. The four-day celebration features local musical groups and out of town guests, as well as a variety of food selections. Festival CEO and president Emily Madero joins us with the details. __Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. 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, 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!

From "Cardoons" to "Misbeliefs," "Huckabucks" to "Second Lines" – the Big Easy has a lingo all its own, built on generations of immigrants finding their way to the port of New Orleans, the French Quarter, and finally a life in this city. For centuries, Africans, Southeast Asians, Europeans, and Caribbean Islanders have worked to make a home here, resulting in the hodgepodge of culture New Orleans is today. On this week's show, we examine two immigrant groups who loom large in the story of the Crescent City. With begin with historian Justin Nystrom, who discusses the influence that Sicilian Americans have had on our city's foodways. Surprisingly, that influence didn't begin with the heavy influx of Sicilians who populated the city during the late 1880s, but with a first wave of Italian immigrants who arrived on our shores in the 1830s. Then, Liz Williams joins us with memories of her Sicilian grandmother, Nana Elisabetta, who arrived in the Crescent City at the age of 18. Liz's book, "Nana's Creole Italian Table," is filled with recipes and family lore. Finally, we sit down with Tulane History Professor Laura Kelley. Her book, "The Irish in New Orleans," tells the history of Irish immigrants in the Crescent City and how they shaped Louisiana culture in some unexpected ways. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

From "Cardoons" to "Misbeliefs," "Huckabucks" to "Second Lines" – the Big Easy has a lingo all its own, built on generations of immigrants finding their way to the port of New Orleans, the French Quarter, and finally a life in this city. For centuries, Africans, Southeast Asians, Europeans, and Caribbean Islanders have worked to make a home here, resulting in the hodgepodge of culture New Orleans is today. On this week's show, we examine two immigrant groups who loom large in the story of the Crescent City. With begin with historian Justin Nystrom, who discusses the influence that Sicilian Americans have had on our city's foodways. Surprisingly, that influence didn't begin with the heavy influx of Sicilians who populated the city during the late 1880s, but with a first wave of Italian immigrants who arrived on our shores in the 1830s. Then, Liz Williams joins us with memories of her Sicilian grandmother, Nana Elisabetta, who arrived in the Crescent City at the age of 18. Liz's book, "Nana's Creole Italian Table," is filled with recipes and family lore. Finally, we sit down with Tulane History Professor Laura Kelley. Her book, "The Irish in New Orleans," tells the history of Irish immigrants in the Crescent City and how they shaped Louisiana culture in some unexpected ways. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

Okay besties, time for a heated debate… Mia & Karly are dropping their official Sarah J. Maas book rankings! In this episode, the girls rank all 16 books from Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City, comparing their favorites (and least favorites) and discussing the plot points that made them scream, cry, and throw the books across the room. You might just be surprised by what book ends up on top for both Mia & Karly… Plus, the girls are ranting about how NYC just had its first 80-degree day, Aries season is in full swing, and we are fully defrosted and ready to thrive. Tune in for chaotic book opinions, seasonal rants, and all the usual nonsense.

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ACOFAE Podcast Presents: Series Fatigue: The Dryad Storm by Laurie Forest Being excited about a new release can be scary. Being excited about a new release that is ALSO the conclusion to the series is another level of excited/scary. When that new release that is also the conclusion of the series then turns out to be a DNF for BOTH Laura Marie and Jessica Marie, then the question becomes? Was it them? or Is it really that bad? The Black Witch Chronicles comes to an end with The Dryad Storm, the book that was such a DNF that is sparked a question about fatigue and the willingness to journey through the slog. How much is the reader's time worth? When do you take ownership of your reading and acknowledge that you are not having fun? What other series suffer from series fatigue? If any? All that and more is discussed as ACOFAE Laura and ACOFAE Jessica pinpoint where the series lost them and why. "Anything for the pod, but not this." TW / CW: For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/ Spoilers: The Black Witch Chronicles by Laurie Forest (specifically The Dryad Storm and The Demon Tide), and SJM Universe Mentions: Moulin Rouge, Teen Wolf, Dexter, Crescent City, Throne of Glass, ACOTAR series (ACOTAR/ACOMAF/ACOWAR/ACOFAS) by Sarah J. Maas, The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, From Blood and Ash (FBAA) by Jennifer L. Armentrout (JLA), Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole, Dramione, Legendborn and Oathbound by Tracy Deonn, Daughters of the Moon series, The Folk of the Air series by Holly Black, Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin (GRRM), A Trial of the Sun Queen, Shadowhunters by Cassandra Clare (Cassie Clare), Shatter Me series by Tahereh Mafi, Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5-star review and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks! TikTok: ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura?) ( https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura) ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica?) (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica) Instagram: @ACOFAEpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/ @ACOFAELaura (https://www.instagram.com/acofaelaura/) https://www.instagram.com/acofaelaura/

Send us a textOur Throne of Glass deep dive continues with Queen of Shadows chapters 41-48.Intro: 00:00:00Deep Dive: 00:06:26Summon us @DTFaePodcast We like our coffee icy and our books spicy! Oh, and we're totally Down To Fae. A podcast for fantasy romance readers and fans of authors like Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. Follow along as your delulu hosts discuss your favorite romantasy books in a chapter-by-chapter read, re-read or refresher.

Jijo Reed, recognized by LA WEEKLY and NEW YORK POST as "Top Trendsetter in 2023" is an Emmy Winning Producer, 16 time Telly Award Winner, and Executive Producer of over 80 feature films and/or series.Latest feature films include Crescent City starring Alec Baldwin and Terrence Howard, THE BLACKENING directed by Tim Story for MRC, Village Roadshow's CINNAMON, and MENDING THE LINE starring Brian Cox (Succession)... also, MACHINE GUN KELLY'S LIFE IN PINK 2022 documentary for Hulu/Disney and BACK ON THE STRIP with Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish.A high point in his career is when he deep dived to the wreck site of TITANIC in the Russian submersible, MIR 1, while directing and producing a documentary about the famed, ill-fated ship...during which he became one of the very few men in the entire world to dive the actual wreckage of TITANIC at 2.5 miles below sea level. More people have been to outer space than this depth of the ocean. His "ground breaking, cinematic" footage of Titanic is recognized globally. Reed states: "This was the most life changing project of my career."Also, Reed was Visual Effects Supervisor for THE AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N 3D interactive exhibit, the innovative and revolutionary experience which is currently a main attraction in Times Square, NY and Las Vegas.Jijo was Executive Producer of the 2013 OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION Concert in Washington DC featuring WIL I AM and JOHN LEGEND. Additionally, he has produced screen media for live music concert tours, including EMINEM's MTV Awards performance and GUNS & ROSES.In 2004, Jijo created the hit VH1 show "CELEBRITY REHAB" which has won numerous awards and has helped people all over the world overcome addictionThroughout the 1990's, he worked as Post Supervisor on the audio/visual ad campaigns of studio films such as Martin Scorsese's CASINO, Jim Cameron's TRUE LIES, STAR TREK, DIE HARD, LETHAL WEAPON 4, THE UNFORGIVEN, and many others.Jijo Reed is a third generation Los Angeles native and the grandson of Alan Reed who was the voice of FRED FLINSTONE and acted in such movies as Breakfast At Tiffany's and Postman Always Rings Twice. Jijo is also the nephew of FRED ASTAIR'S choreographer, Hermes Pan.

The long awaited episode...for nearly a year... Find out exactly how Erica really feels about the last installment of the Crescent City series by Sarah J Maas. The Betches read it, reviewed it, and have a whole heck of a lot to say about it! Follow us on Instagram for previews of next week's episode and more bookish content! @books_n_betchesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We raved about A Court of Thorns and Roses, then raged about Crescent City … it was perhaps inevitable that we would round-off our deep dive into Sarah J. Maas's works by discussing the Throne of Glass series. Maria returns once again as co-host for this season and she has a lot to say!Join us for our thoughts on young assassins, first loves, pirates, betrayals and more!Episode Timepoints:00:00 - Intro03:45 - Spoiler Warning05:40 - The Blurb06:20 - Our Discussion of The Assassin's Blade39:15-40:15 - SPOILER WARNING for rest of series01:29:50 - Outro

In this episode of the Doc & Jacques radio variety show, hosts Dr. GiGi Reed and Jacques Kepner welcome Roger Gitlin, editor of the Triplicate newspaper in Crescent City. They discuss Gitlin's time as a public address announcer for the LA Sparks and Lakers, as well as the challenges and rewards of reporting local news, […]

I haven't yet said this, but my intention with this and the previous three recordings was a hopscotch survey of Pacific Coast soundscapes. To recollect now, these have been Yoakam Point on the Oregon Coast, Copalis Ghost Forest on the Washington Coast, Keahou on the Big Island of Hawaii and now Preston Island in Crescent City, on the Northern California Coast.This reflection on Preston Island leads me to ponder sites along the lower Columbia River at length, for reasons which will soon reveal themselves.Preston Island is weird. For starters, it's not what anyone would call an island. You can walk right out onto its strange rocky surface from the mainland. The view from the island is breathtaking though, and I thought it made a better album cover than the island itself: The island is relatively flat, but also boulder-strewn and cracked. When I visited, it was foggy, and I felt like I was on the surface of another planet. Something about it seemed unnatural:It all clicked when I found this historical photo:Preston Island was carted off. It was mined down to a nub. Let's get our bearings. Here's an 1880's Crescent City map, and a modern satellite photo. (I guess cardinal north pointing up wasn't yet the rule.)On the map you'll see Preston Island clearly drawn as a landmass, and Hall's Bluff, appearing much less prominently than it does today. I outlined the locations on the satellite image. Here, all the rock contained in those geographical features was mined and dumped in the ocean to create the jetty you see on the upper right of the satellite image. They really moved mountains.This is what Preston Island used to look like, and here it is today, courtesy of Google Street View:Our soundwalk takes us from West 5th Street in Crescent City, over to the beach and up over what's now called Half Butte, to about where this old photo of Hall's Bluff (aka Lover's Rock) was taken in 1876. Look at the tiny figures on top for a sense of scale:The massive Lover's Rock headland, was also carted off to build the jetty. It's harder to match the original photo vantage point with Street View, but it's also just completely gone. But let's get back to Preston Island, that weird scab-land of a place. Let's take a closer look at it, because it gives our soundwalk such unique character about 17 minutes in. At a glance, it seems lifeless. A green hue, coming from chalky veins in the rock, adds to the otherworldliness of the landscape.Tide pools form on the perimeter, among the cracks and fissures in the rock substrate. It's here that I place my recording hat down and the soundscape is instantly transformed. The skitter of crabs and the capillary clicking sounds of tiny shellfish erupt to fill the high frequencies, while the surf sound is attenuated by the topography of the rocks.It's another world. A 2021 article in the Bandon Western World states, “Preston Island has a long history in Crescent City. Originally Preston Peak, the area was a sacred site for the Tolowa Nation.” It is not well known, but the Tolowa were the subject of the most persistent and possibly worst massacres of Native Americans in the USA, starting in 1853, in the Crescent City area. Now, I couldn't corroborate the name “Preston Peak”, but I have to admit I was not surprised to hear that a sacred place to Native Americans was destroyed. There have been others.Pillar RockConsider Pillar Rock (briefly “Pilot Rock”) in the Columbia River. Once a monolith upwards of 75 feet tall, it was dynamited and flattened at the 25 foot level to install a navigation light:The Chinookan name for the monolith was Talapus. A cannery built nearby in 1877 used a likeness similar to Talapus for its canned salmon label, Pillar Rock brand. The rock was dynamited by 1922 when, according to the shipping news, a red navigation light was established. Like Talapus, the spring Chinook fishery in the Columbia was a diminished remnant of what it once was when Pillar Rock Cannery suspended operations in 1947.In a surprising epilogue Pillar Rock is still an actively used trade mark today, in 2025. The company now fishes the waters of Alaska for wild Sockeye to fill the modern day tins.It's remarkable how Euro-Americans changed the landscape and practically wiped out the fishery, but the brand is the thing that perseveres. What does it say about us that this is the way things are?Let's consider the intriguing story of Mount Coffin, up the Columbia River about 40 river miles.Mount CoffinThe geological feature that was first described to the historical record by Lieutenant William R. Broughton in 1792, and given the name “Mount Coffin”, was a Chinookan canoe burial ground. It would have appeared much the same a half century later, when Charles Wilkes visited in 1841, but quite different than the 1900 image above. Imagine, if you will, thousands of dugout cedar canoes perched in the trees on the prominent outcrop, about five feet above ground, in varying states of decay, all with bows pointed more or less toward the ocean. Within these canoes lay the interned bodies of Chinookans of the Skilloot tribe, wrapped in cedar blankets with their belongings placed beside them. That scene came to a swift end in 1841.The U.S. Exploring Expedition, led by Charles Wilkes, camped on Mount Coffin in 1841. When the men accidentally let a campfire spread, it destroyed an estimated 3,000 burial canoes. The Chinookan Indians were distressed to discover that their burial site had been destroyed by the negligence of whites and, according to visiting artist Paul Kane, “would no doubt have sought revenge had they felt themselves strong enough to do so.” (Stealing from The Dead, Oregon Historical Quarterly)Many Upper Chinookan villages were by 1841 entirely depopulated following devastating waves of malaria in the early 1830's, so Paul Kane's observation rings true.Within a century this lowland was completely transformed. The largest lumber mill in the world was built upriver from Mount Coffin.Mount Coffin was completely dynamited and quarried, beginning in 1929. The site is a now home to a chemical plant. Flat as a pancake.Finally let's consider the monolith in the heart of the Columbia Gorge that few realize barely escaped dynamite. So we are told…Beacon RockTo the natives it was Che-che-op-tin. When Lewis & Clark mapped the area in 1805 it was referred to as “Beaten Rock” and on return a year later “Beacon Rock”. Later, the 1841 Wilkes Exploring Expedition labelled it “Castle Rock”, which stuck for the better part of a century. Since 1916, it's been Beacon Rock.Just west of Beacon Rock was a large village Captain Lewis in 1806 called Wah-clel-lah (a Watlala winter village):This village appears to be the winter station of the Wah-clel-lahs and Clahclellars…14 houses remain entire but are at this time but thinly inhabited, nine others appear to have been lately removed, and the traces of ten or twelve others of ancient date were to be seen in the rear of their present village. There was also another village at the very foot of beacon rock. Traces of it remained visible to the trained eye into the 1950's.“BIG BLAST WILL WRECK IT”“Castle Rock to Go” and “Whole Rock is Doomed” read the subheadings in a March 16th, 1906 article in The Oregonian. The article outlined how the owners, a coterie of eight businessmen including Dan Kerns, acting as the Columbia Construction Company, had already cut three 20 to 30 ft. tunnels under the southern aspect of the monolith in preparations to dynamite “the shoulder” of the rock and quarry the stone for building material, eventually removing it entirely. A Wikipedia entry states (without citation), “The United States Army Corps of Engineers planned to destroy the rock to supply material for the jetty at the mouth of the Columbia.” This appears to be incorrect. The Army Corps didn't have that plan. The Columbia Construction Company purported to have a plan to mine an initial two million tons for building material (possibly to include jetty material—there were no contracts) in 1906. Columbia jetty work began 20 years prior to that. The Columbia Construction Company was taken to court, and a jury sided with Portland & Seattle Railway, who argued the tunnels were part of an elaborate ruse to “claim damages from $100,000 to $500,000” from lost mining activity due to the rail line going through their intended quarry site. According to the plaintiffs, it was just a scheme to get the railway to pay dearly for the right of way. The jurors dashed that plan, stipulating a $5000 settlement. Was it an elaborate ruse? Or was the jury predisposed not to trust city businessmen? What was clear, according to The Oregonian, was that, “clergymen, leading citizens, women, teachers, and all classes in Portland and throughout the state were horrified as the proposed destruction of such a majestic landmark.” “I should judge Castle Rock contains 10 million tons of first class building stone,” Kerns said in 1906. Interestingly, that wouldn't have been enough for the massive Columbia jetty system, which ultimately required 13 million tons of rock, when competed in 1939, after half century of construction. Henry J. Biddle took ownership of Beacon Rock from the Columbia Construction Company in 1915, under the condition it would be preserved, and set about realizing his dream to build a trail to the summit.Henry J. Biddle purchased the rock in 1915 for $1 and during the next three years constructed a trail with 51 switchbacks, handrails and bridges. The three-quarter mile trail to the top, completed in April 1918, leads to views in all directions. (Wikipedia)Thanks for listening and reading. I'm thankful for your attention. Preston Island Soundwalk is available on all streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple, Tidal, Amazon, YouTube…) on Friday, February 21st.Thanks for reading Soundwalk! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. 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Over the weekend, the acclaimed sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live celebrated 50 years on the air! While the show is filmed at 30 Rockefeller plaza in Manhattan, it does have some interesting ties to New Orleans. Original cast member Garrett Morris is a born and raised New Orleanian, who made a special appearance at last weekend's reunion show. The Crescent City also claimed Vance Degeneres, the voice of claymation character Mr. Bill, and a more recent player, Punkie Johnson.But what many do not know is that Saturday Night Live once filmed an episode in New Orleans –  or at least, they tried to. Although cast members were scattered throughout the city, parade delays, technology failures and general Mardi Gras mayhem made for one of the most chaotic shows in SNL's history.David Cuthbert, is a longtime New Orleans reporter who covered the event for The Times Picayune back in 1977. He joins us to share his SNL memories.It's Thursday and that means it's time to catch up on the week in politics with The Times-Picayune/The Advocate's editorial director and columnist, Stephanie Grace. She joins us for the latest in the New Orleans mayor's race and the election for Orleans Parish Sheriff.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber; our contributing producers are Matt Bloom and Adam Vos; we receive production and technical 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, 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!

Romantasy and Fantasy authors! Tune in to learn how the opening pages of House of Earth and Blood hooks readers and pulls them into the rest of the story.Join me and Abigail K. Perry for a deep dive into the opening chapter of the first Crescent City book, House of Earth and Blood, to find out how and why it works. We analyze this first chapter from both a macro and micro perspective to see what kind of promise it makes to the reader, how the author introduces us to the story world, and to figure out why we care so much about these fictional characters.In the episode, you'll hear us talk about:[03:08] A quick summary of the first chapter of House of Earth and Blood, including our thoughts on why the author started the story here[05:05] A big-picture analysis of the first chapter to see what kind of promise it makes to the reader (this part's really fun because Abigail has NOT read the books, so tune in and hear what she picked up on!)[25:50] What it means to write a story with a steep learning curve—and why understanding your target audience makes a big difference when it comes to creating a fictional world for your story[38:50] A deep-dive into the scene structure within the opening chapter (spoiler alert: the scene continues into chapter two—tune in to hear how we landed here)[47:26] Why it's so important to have “on the surface” excitement and action when planting clues and setting things up in your opening chaptersWhether you're writing fantasy, romantasy, or any kind of story that requires world-building, this episode will change how you look at your opening chapter. Plus, you'll get a fantastic peek at how Sarah J. Maas wrote another bestselling fantasy series (so you can do the same when writing your own novel).

New Orleans, Louisiana is home to some of America's greatest musical traditions, and plays an outsized influence on the evolution of everything from jazz through to r&b, rock and funk. Today, the city is still legendary for its second line brass bands and brightly costumed Mardi Gras Indians. But if you've rolled through New Orleans on pretty much any night in the last 30 years, you've probably heard another sound—the clattering, booming, hip-shaking, chant-heavy roll of bounce, a form of hip-hop music, dance and culture unique to the Crescent City. Pulling from the national mainstream but remaking it the way that only New Orleans can, bounce has become a sonic touchstone for an entire generation of residents. For this Hip Deep edition, Afropop digs into the close-knit scene, talking to dancers, producers, MCs, and managers from over 30 years of bounce, all to explore the beat that drives New Orleans—and to find out what it means to the people who bring it to life. Produced by Sam Backer and Jessi Olsen. APWW #761

Led Zeppelin's time in New Orleans was legendary. How much of the band's time in the Crescent City will we see on the big screen?

It took a little more than a month, but the New Orleans Saints finally have their man in hiring Kellen Moore to become the 19th coach in the history of the franchise. Is Moore the one to lead this team out of the depths of mediocrity? Will his youth be a benefit or a problem? Is Derek Carr going to be his field general? Host Jim Derry asks these questions and more of The Times-Picayune and The Advocate sports columnist Jeff Duncan on Wednesday's Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 345) presented by Evangeline Securities. Jeff and Jim also answer queries and comments from those who watched the show live. Is it a big deal that Moore is now the youngest coach in the NFL? How about that there have been very few coordinators in recent history leave their Super Bowl-winning teams to become a head coach? And speaking of the Super Bowl, Jeff has an idea when he thinks the game might be back here in the Crescent City.

Before we step fully into Season 6, this Entr'acte serves as a whispered invitation back to the haunted streets of New Orleans. The Crescent City's ghosts stir once more, as old classics resurface with newfound chills and fresh horrors emerge from the shadows. With history and myth as our guide, we offer a glimpse of the spectral echoes that await. Take a breath, steady your nerves—the spirits are waiting._____________________________Please be sure to like us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadowcarriersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadowcarriersIf you like what you hear and want to buy your storytellers a drink, you can catch us at @shadowcarriers on Venmo.If you've enjoyed this episode and want to support our work, become a patron of the podcast! Your support is greatly appreciated and is invested back into helping us create bold and new content for you throughout the year. Check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/ShadowCarriers.If you'd like to get in touch with us, our email address is shadowcarriers@gmail.com.This Podcast and all endeavors by these individuals believe strongly that Black Lives Matter. 

Aaron and Mike have your preview of Super Bowl LIX between the Chiefs and the Eagles, with reports live from New Orleans! DVOA stat breakdowns and discussion of what it's like to attend a Super Bowl in the Crescent City.

Holy moly, are we here again? We made it through the playoff gauntlet, arriving finally at the biggest game on the biggest stage in the Crescent City? We sure wish we were going in person to New Orleans, but we would probably get in trouble for our Cajun slang impression, it's pretty cringe. NO MATTER ABOUT THAT because your Philadelphia Eagles are once again in the Super Bowl, so Mike L, Bob and Jeff run it down for you, loyal listener. Who has the most to gain or lose this time? What aspect of the Chiefs are you focusing on? To, you know, BEAT THEM?? We are thrilled to usher you into this festive weekend with a fresh episode of fun. There's light cursing, and even some Joel Embiid coverage. Jeff again bravely brings up hockey. JOIN US, won't you? IG: @hoagiemouthpod Email: hoagiemouthpod@gmail.com

Native New Orleans chef Richard Papier began his culinary journey with vichyssoise when, as a child, he suddenly found himself as a third-wheel on his Mom's date at a fancy French restaurant. To everyone's surprise, the kid liked cold potato soup! His passion for food started then and has not stopped since. In a far-ranging conversation, we discuss his current gig helping chefs (both in New Orleans and around the country) become more efficient and his former life as a restaurant owner. We learn how butter really is the secret to New Orleans cuisine and how to woo a partner with mussels instead of muscles. Kath and Jan of course manage to wangle a dinner invitation out of him and also his current favorite restaurants. It's always great fun to visit the Crescent City, even if it's virtually and this was a terrific conversation – listen in!

Folks are familiar with New Orleans' home-grown Creole and Cajun cuisines. But the Crescent City is also the place to taste delicious flavors from many cultures. This week, we pay tribute to a trio of chefs bringing Latin American fare to local tables. First, we talk to Ana Castro. Down in New Orleans' Bywater neighborhood, this much-lauded young chef is drawing crowds to her modern Mexican restaurant Acamaya. Also in Bywater, Chef Melissa Araujo's Alma Café offers a menu of Honduran specialties and, now, a second location in Mid-City. Finally, we hear from Carlos Sanchez, owner of Tournesol Café and Bakery, who spends his days in downtown Covington creating the delicious breads and pastries of his native El Salvador. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

In this episode of STR Data Lab, Jamie and Scott discuss the 2025 edition of the Best Places to Invest (BPTI) report. Jamie shares insights into booking trends and the significant importance of January and February for the year's performance. The BPTI report aims to identify the top markets for investment based on a decade's worth of data. It's built on a robust methodology, focusing on investability, demand, revenue, and regulation, and offers a macro-level view but introduces price-tier segmentation for more personalized investment guidance. This year's BPTI uses newly improved metrics, including a focus on homes currently for sale, applying granular data from 250,000 homes to refine investability scores. The podcast unveils the top five markets for 2025: Crescent City, CA; Columbus, GA; Akron, OH; Fairbanks, AK; and Peoria, IL. Additionally, the report underscores trends like strong performance in midsize cities and introduces new filters for price tiers, providing diverse market opportunities from low to high investment brackets.  Jamie and Scott break down the specificities of each market, touching upon key metrics, evolving supply and demand, and regulations. They also provide instructions for utilizing AirDNA's platform to tailor individual investment strategies based on personal criteria and market preferences. You don't want to miss this episode! ~~~~ Signup for AirDNA for FREE

It's Thursday and that means it's time to catch up on the week in politics with The Times-Picayune/The Advocate's editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace. She reports to us from Washington D.C., where she's celebrating Mardi Gras in the nation's capital where Carnival season meets politics. The Super Bowl is just weeks away, and city and state officials have been busy trying to get a huge beautification checklist done so the Crescent City can put on its best face for the nation.Spearheading that effort from the private sector is CEO of Greater New Orleans INC and Super Bowl 59 Project Coordinator, Michael Hecht. He joins us with the updates. There are often big government attempts at breaking the cycle of poverty and crime. But one group called Anna's Place is finding a way to succeed in New Orleans, working with economically disadvantaged youth. Founder and director Darryl Durham tells us more.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber; our contributing producers are Matt Bloom and Adam Vos; we receive production and technical 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!

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, Smothered Benedict Wednesday, is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Trump is having meltdown after meltdown at the White House and it's been barely 48 hours.Then, on the rest of the menu, a Crescent City, California official says two MAGA Grants Pass, Oregon city councilors lied about busing the homeless to their former Sundown Town; the Supreme Court rejected a Republican-backed Montana case based on the controversial election law theory known as Moore v. Harper; and, Trump pardoned Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht who was serving two life sentences plus forty years for running a covert bitcoin marketplace for cocaine and heroin that killed six, child sex abuse images, and continuing a criminal enterprise.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where the Italian government is under fire for releasing a Libyan warlord after he was arrested on a warrant from the International Criminal Court for war crimes; and, Turkey arrested the leader of a far-right party on charges of inciting violence through social media.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“It may be safely averred that good cookery is the best and truest economy, turning to full account every wholesome article of food, and converting into palatable meals what the ignorant either render uneatable or throw away in disdain.” - Eliza Acton ‘Modern Cookery for Private Families' (1845)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

We discuss the past year and look ahead to 2025. Also, surprise! This is our final episode of the podcast and we share our favorite episode and what the pod has meant to us over the last 8 years.Our favorite episodes: Quitting, Hard times, Enneagram 8 Experience (Sarah) and Everyday superpowers and Personal policies (Abby)And because we didn't do a year in books episode this year, here are our favorite reads from 2024.Life latelySarah loved her kids' winter musical performances.Abby got her first tattoo with 13 other adult friends in Birmingham.Reading latelySarah finally read the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas.Abby enjoyed The Wedding People by Alison Espach.Eating latelyAbby made egg bites like you can get at Starbucks.Neil found a recipe for gnocchi pot pie, which is the best thing Sarah eaten in a long time.If you'd like to join in the conversation, please leave us a comment on our show notes, email us at friendlierpodcast@gmail.com, or find us on Instagram @friendlierpodcast. Thanks for listening!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Khaya Fraites is a voice and film actor based in New York City. She has narrated books such as the full cast versions of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame from GraphicAudio and has performed in video games such as World of Warcraft, Diablo 4, and Blumhouse games' first release: Fear the Spotlight. You can also catch her in animated shows such as Pokémon Paldean Winds, Quantum Heroes Dinoster and Rainbow High. Khaya is also a filmmaker and has made short films that have screen at festivals such as Virginia Film Fest and, Big Apple Film Fest. In this episode, we talk about: • Her start in Voiceover in 2020 and what she used for her first voiceover reel on Backstage • Her initial voiceover setup (including equipment and software) and how it compares to her setup and space • The first websites she would submit to and what she submits to now • How she started at Graphic Audio and recording for their database • Recording narration and/or dialogue for Graphic Audio books like Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Crescent City, and Zodiac Academy • The experience of the Iron Flame audiobook blowing up • Working on animation and video games and booking VO work on twitter • Advice for people who want to get into voiceover Guest: Website Audible Instagram IMDb Tik Tok Host: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MentorsontheMic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichelleSimoneMiller⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MentorsontheMic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichelleSimoneM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook page:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/mentorsonthemic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.michellesimonemiller.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.mentorsonthemic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/24mmichelle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like this episode, check out ⁠ The 7 "Rules" That Actors Should Break w/ Joshua Morgan of the Creative Risk podcast Becoming... Series Regular Melissa Navia (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds on Paramount+)

AP correspondent Shelley Adler reports on safety and the Crescent City after a truck rammed through Bourbon Street killing 15.

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Join us for a MEGA COMPILATION of every Maasverse Madness segment from our coverage of the ACOTAR series. We'll dive into every connection to the Throne of Glass and Crescent City series throughout the ACOTAR series! SPOILERS FOR ALL OF SARAH J. MAAS'S WORKS. JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER:https://fantasyfangirls.beehiiv.com/subscribe    20% OFF MERCH STORE: https://fantasyfangirls.myshopify.com/discount/PATREONFFG SUPPORT THE SHOW THROUGH OUR AMAZON SHOP: https://www.amazon.com/shop/fantasyfangirlspodcast   ACOSF PLAYLIST:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5kWswSukd08D6FxYf8xKSy?si=11a422d356674bc1  Give us a follow: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fantasyfangirlspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fantasyfangirlspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: @fantasyfangirls   Email us your favorite ACOTAR/Maasverse theories: fantasyfangirlspod@gmail.com Listen to the Fantasy Fangirls Podcast on your favorite podcast platform: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/24KydMMzrYfVpDggkFZx4j?si=fd7dc956393041b8    Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-fangirls/id1706179464    Visit the Fantasy Fangirls website: https://www.fantasyfangirls.com/   Don't forget to send this podcast to your fellow ACOSF readers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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