Podcasts about French Quarter

Please hit subscribe and leave a 5-Star revue. Click here to go to our Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/222paranormal Click here to go to our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/222ParanormalPodcast  Click here to see Jen's book. https://a.co/d/5JnXaQ8  Click here to see Joes book. https://a.co/d/aijhVtO Click here to save on clothing. https://poshmark.com/closet/happie22   New Orleans is a city steeped in history, mystery, and restless spirits. Few places in America carry the weight of legend and ghostly lore like the French Quarter, where every cobblestone street seems to hold a story. In this episode of the 222 Paranormal Podcast, we take you inside one of the most infamous haunted locations in the world—the LaLaurie Mansion—and explore other ghostly sites that have made New Orleans a mecca for paranormal enthusiasts.   At 1140 Royal Street stands the LaLaurie Mansion, once the elegant home of Madame Delphine LaLaurie. Behind its beautiful façade lurked a chilling darkness. When a fire broke out in 1834, neighbors and authorities uncovered a horrific secret in the attic—enslaved people held in chains, tortured and starved. The revelations shocked the city, and Delphine fled, never to face justice. The mansion was ransacked, yet its ghostly legacy lives on. To this day, passersby report hearing phantom screams, footsteps echoing through empty halls, and ghostly apparitions watching from the windows. Many believe it to be the most haunted house in America.   But the LaLaurie Mansion is just the beginning. New Orleans is a city where the line between the living and the dead seems thin, and stories of hauntings can be found on nearly every block. Take St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, for example—the final resting place of the famed Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau. Visitors often leave offerings at her tomb, hoping for her favor, and many report seeing her spirit walking among the graves, still guarding her sacred ground.   Another hotspot of paranormal activity is the Hotel Monteleone, a luxurious landmark in the French Quarter. Known as one of the most haunted hotels in America, guests and staff have reported the spirits of children playing in the halls, mysterious shadows, and elevators that move on their own. Writers and celebrities have long stayed at the Monteleone, but some never truly checked out.   We also share stories of the Old Ursuline Convent, one of the oldest buildings in the city, rumored to be linked to vampire legends. Local lore tells of mysterious casket-shaped crates arriving from Europe in the 1700s, followed by reports of pale figures roaming the streets at night. Whether fact or fiction, these stories remain a chilling part of New Orleans' haunted history.   From ghostly nuns to pirate spirits, from Jackson Square to hidden courtyards, New Orleans offers no shortage of paranormal tales. It's a city where history, tragedy, and legend intertwine, leaving behind echoes that seem determined to linger.   Join us as we journey through the shadows of the Crescent City, uncovering the stories of its most haunted locations. The spirits of New Orleans are waiting, and tonight, we step into their world. Welcome to the 222 Paranormal Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of the supernatural. Immerse yourself in our expertly crafted episodes, where we delve deep into a wide range of paranormal phenomena, including ghostly hauntings, cryptid sightings, and unexplained mysteries that defy logic. Each episode is meticulously researched and features engaging discussions with leading experts, seasoned ghost hunters, and renowned paranormal investigators. We cover the latest advancements in ghost hunting technology, offer practical tips for both amateur and experienced investigators, and review essential equipment for your paranormal adventures. Our podcast also explores the rich history of haunted locations, sharing true stories and firsthand accounts that will send chills down your spine. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the paranormal or just curious about the unknown, our content is designed to entertain, inform, and ignite your imagination. Stay tuned as we uncover secrets from the most haunted places around the world and analyze the most intriguing supernatural events. We also provide in-depth interviews with notable figures in the field and explore theories that challenge conventional understanding of reality. By subscribing to our Paranormal Podcast, you'll stay updated with the latest episodes, allowing you to join a community of like-minded individuals who share your fascination with the unexplained. Don't miss out on our exclusive content and special features, which bring you closer to the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday experiences. Dive into the world of the unknown with our Paranormal Podcast and experience the thrill of discovering what lies just beyond the veil of reality.

640. Bruce's son Kerr joins us for part 1 of our conversation with Josh Neufeld about his non-fiction graphic novel, A. D. After the Deluge. “A stunning graphic novel that makes plain the undeniable horrors and humanity triggered by Hurricane Katrina in the true stories of six New Orleanians who survived the storm. A.D. follows each of the six from the hours before Katrina struck to its horrific aftermath. Here is Denise, a sixth-generation New Orleanian who will experience the chaos of the Superdome; the Doctor, whose unscathed French Quarter home becomes a refuge for those not so lucky; Abbas and his friend Mansell, who face the storm from the roof of Abbas's family-run market; Kwame, a pastor's son whose young life will remain wildly unsettled well into the future; and Leo, a comic-book fan, and his girlfriend, Michelle, who will lose everything but each other.” 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. Walt Whitman came to New Orleans for 3 months to write at the New Orleans Crescent. There he saw things he had not seen in New York. This poem is about one of those.  "I Saw in Louisiana a Live-Oak Growing." I saw in Louisiana a live-oak growing, All alone stood it and the moss hung down from the branches, Without any companion it grew there uttering joyous leaves of dark green, And its look, rude, unbending, lusty, made me think of myself, But I wonder'd how it could utter joyous leaves standing alone there without its friend near, for I knew I could not, And I broke off a twig with a certain number of leaves upon it, and twined around it a little moss, And brought it away, and I have placed it in sight in my room, It is not needed to remind me as of my own dear friends, (For I believe lately I think of little else than of them,) Yet it remains to me a curious token, it makes me think of manly love; For all that, and though the live-oak glistens there in Louisiana solitary in a wide flat space, Uttering joyous leaves all its life without a friend a lover near, I know very well I could not. This week in Louisiana history. August 23, 1714. St. Denis begins his exploration of Red River Valley. This week in New Orleans history. The grass-roots organization Levees.org, founded by Sandy Rosenthal and her son Stanford (while exiled in Lafayette after Hurricane Katrina) is devoted to educating America on the facts associated with the 2005 catastrophic flooding of the New Orleans region. On August 23, 2010 the group installed a Louisiana State Historic Marker which reads “On August 29, 2005, a federal floodwall atop a levee on the 17th Street Canal, the largest and most important drainage canal for the city, gave way here causing flooding that killed hundreds. This breach was one of 50 ruptures in the Federal Flood Protection System on that day. In 2008, the US District Court placed responsibility for this floodwall's collapse squarely on the US Army Corps of Engineers.” This week in Louisiana. Quad Biking Juderman's ATV Park 6512 Shreveport Highway Pineville, LA 71360 Website Trails length: 5 mi/8 km Type: Swamp Elevation:130 - 160 ft/39.6 - 48.7 m     This 200 acre park has about 5 miles of marked woods trails, mud bogs and pits plus deep creek water crossings. The park is open every weekend but weekday riding is permitted if arrangements are made in advance. Park amenities include shaded picnic areas, air filling station, vault toilets plus an area for barbequing. The property also hosts various events throughout the year. Visitors should note that camping is not permitted and tire size is limited to 28 inches. The Gone Wild Safari Exotic Zoo is only a couple minutes away making this a good choice for a fun filled family weekend. Postcards from Louisiana. "The Hurricane." William Cullen Bryant. Sung by the Keller ISD 5th and 6th Grade Honor Choir. 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. 

Frontierland has a fun snack — but is this for you? Tiana's famous beignets! In this episode, Whitney + Jordan grade this Disney World treat A–F and help you decide if it's a hit or a skip for your next trip. (What will you do!?) We cover the quick history, taste, and whether these powdered-sugar bites are worth your park time (and snack budget).Listen to Mouse Minutes Podcast for real reviews that make your Disney planning easier. Listen to this week's episode and let us know what you think! Are they really that good - er that bad?!. . .Keep up with ⁠Mouse Minutes on Instagram or follow along here: (https://www.instagram.com/mouseminutespodcast/). . .Join the official Mouse Minutes Podcast on Patreon today! $5/month gains you early access to unedited video recordings of new episodes, early access to new episodes, and a chance to win new merch through exclusive monthly drawings, and more!https://www.patreon.com/MouseMinutesPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator. . .Want to get some ears on your brand? Sponsor a future episode of the Mouse Minutes Podcast and reach Disney fans who love a good story, a good snack, and a good time. We'd love to hear what you've got in mind — reach out through email (mouseminutespodcast@gmail.com) and let's make some magic together! . . .Check out these other episodes we discussed:Beignets at French Quarter: https://open.spotify.com/episode/22xzpbx11yq8B68VbGORAC?si=42r75A_OSoam1Mq0OzLLrQ  Tiana's Bayou Adventure: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6PsCqSK98VkgrRhSLaCKlV?si=ucjEUf73RGeIQ9AVga8WKg  . . .Check out some of these other awesome Disney podcasts! WDW Radio, Connecting with Walt, Defunctland, Walkabout the World – A Disney Podcast, Into the Dizneyverse, Happily Ever Active

Early in August, Record Store Day held their annual "Summer Camp" meeting in New Orleans, once again returning to the lovely Hotel Monteleone, in the heart of the French Quarter, for a few days of meeting, schmoozing, and, frankly, Big Easy cuisine. During the week, host Paul Myers recorded a couple of live interviews with musicians talking about their approach to the music business in 2025.  Today, we are sharing one of them. Guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer David Rawlings, whose most recent album with Gillian Welch, Woodland, was one of the best records of 2024, sat down with Paul in the Hotel Monteleone ballroom to discuss his duo's truly independent, and self-reliant, approach to the business of music making and distribution. Welch and Rawlings are co-owners of Nashville's Woodland Studio, their own Acony Records label, and now, they are partners in their own prestige pressing facility, Paramount Pressing & Plating, in Denver, Colorado. It's a fun talk! The Record Store Day Podcast is a weekly music chat show written, produced, engineered and hosted by Paul Myers, who also composed the theme music and selected interstitial music.  Executive Producers (for Record Store Day) Michael Kurtz and Carrie Colliton. For the most up-to-date news about all things RSD, visit RecordStoreDay.com   Please consider subscribing to our podcast wherever you get podcasts, and tell your friends, we're here every week and we love making new friends!

This week, we learn the official prophecy that is coming for the Mikaelsons: three will fall; one by friend, one by foe, and one by family. And oh boy, is New Orleans crawling with friends, foes, and family members! Hayley is missing on the full moon after poachers are sent to the bayou, so Elijah and Jackson work to find her. Davina finds her first though, and dangles the crescent curse solution over Hayley to get her to massacre 11 witches. Jackson and Hayley move across the street from the compound, despite the still active feud between Klaus and Hayley. Meanwhile, Cami profiles the French Quarter killer and … it's looking like Lucien. And Lucien has a suspicious week, including having his own werewolf bite cure handy? We also confirm Tristan and Aurora are alive in the modern day, with a weird relationship and their sights set on New Orleans.Remember to rate, review, and share, brothers!Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @doppelgangerspodcast!

It was a typically boozy, sweaty day in the French Quarter, with many many thousands of grown men running around in dresses - and still, a street preacher managed to mistake Scoot for a woman

This hour, Scoot talks to Danny Conwill, owner of Felix's in the French Quarter, to give an update on the trash collecting debacle in the Quarter. Also, Scoot learns the definition of the word "trumpery," and a WWL caller asks why people aren't as outraged over national politics as much as local politics.

On today's show, Scoot talks about President Trump targeting CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King, and South Park's new epsiode depicting Trump as Satan's boyfriend. Also, Scoot talks to Scoot talks to Danny Conwill, owner of Felix's in the French Quarter, to give an update on the trash collecting debacle in the Quarter. Then, Scoot learns the definition of the word "trumpery", and a WWL caller asks why people aren't as outraged over national politics as much as local politics. Finally, Scoot talks about Travis Kelce refusing to sign an autographs of a young fan, people throwing adult toys onto the court at a WNBA game, and why it's important to talk about the top news.

Scoot talks to Danny Conwill, owner of Felix's in the French Quarter, to give an update on the trash collecting debacle in the Quarter.

Mayor Cantrell extended a contract with IV Waste for the rest of 2025 after a court loss. We'll talk with Councilmember-at-Large JP Morrell about the whole saga

This hour, Scoot talks to Curtis from the Knuckle Saloon about the 85th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Then, Scoot addresses the backlash Rod Stewart received for using AI images of Ozzy Osbourne posing with other dead celebrities as a tribute at a concert, and IV Waste continuing to collect trash in the French Quarter.

Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about Chuck was up all night with plumbing issue, new species of stick insects found in Australia, police officer died after being stung by bee, $100 pancakes at iHOP, Oreo Reese’s collab, America’s most hated foods, severe turbulence, theme park ride snaps in 2, woman gets tooth in eye surgery to help her see again, Dave ran into young listener at dinner, Shannon Sharpe responds to being let go from ESPN, coroners report on Hulk Hogan, Justin Timberlake battling Lyme Disease, Ozzy was privately laid to rest, Keanu Reeves is number one male celeb being used in celeb romance scams, Naked Gun opening, Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, Weapons horror movie opening, teen used martial arts training when customer freaked out, teen manager attacked by employee, giant rat in French Quarter, nude couple slept through break-in, former zoo employee busted taking up-skirt videos, woman saw phone taping her in store changing room, woman had bat in her mouth, what’s the worst thing you’ve had in your mouth?, Ask Dave & Chuck The Freak, how does he talk to his wife about kinks?, GF keeps asking trap questions, girl seemed interested in going out but wants to meet somewhere random, roommates’ GF stays over too often, and more! This episode of Dave & Chuck is brought to you in part by Profluent http://bit.ly/4fhEq5l

We continue talking about the French Quarter sanitation contract and hear how the people affected by it all feel. Jane Cooper, Chair of the French Quarter Management District, joins us.

* Another Saints training camp update with Jeff Nowak on who's been standing out. * We continue talking about the French Quarter sanitation contract after another court ruling * DOTD is repairing the I-10 Airline Hwy ramp that was damaged by that stuck garbage truck

Both Dan's stories seem to present exceptionally strong evidence for life after death. The first comes from the state of Illinois and is the exceptionally strange late 19th century tale of the Watseka Wonder.  Then his second story takes us back to the early 18th century to Canterbury, England. Did famed English author Daniel Defoe write  the first based-on-a-true story ghost encounter claim? Lynze begins the back half of the show with a creepy encounter with a shadowy figure inside of the mind of someone playing a game. Then, we are off to New Orleans where we hear about two fans strange stay in a French Quarter hotel. Monthly Patreon Donation: This months charitable donation is going to Ignite Adaptive Sports. Ignite Adaptive Sports mission is to provide snow sport opportunities to people with disabilities. They believe that everyone should be able to enjoy winter sports, regardless of skill or ability level. We are a volunteer based organization that provide snow sport lessons to athletes with disabilities out of Eldora Mountain Resort.  In 2024, 320 volunteers gave 22,390 hours of their time to provide 1,690 snowsports lessons to 459 athletes. Ignite Adaptive Sports provides sit skiing lessons, cross country and snowshoe lessons, downhill skiing, snowboarding and ski biking lessons. They rely on grants, donations, an annual fundraising gala, and our host mountain Eldora to be able to provide this much needed service. Dan and Lynze had the pleasure of meeting Sam Brady who works with this great non profit. Sam shared with us that Ignite Adaptive Sports is run by almost all volunteers with only 2 paid staff members. They typically receive funding for disabled veterans to be able to receive lessons  at no cost to them. However, this year,  due to budget cuts in the DEI space, it's not looking good. Sam asked if we'd be interested in supporting this cause and supporting disabled people, especially disabled veterans. We sent $11,600 over to them and put another $1250 into the scholarship fund! If you'd like to volunteer your time or make an additional donation, please go to https://igniteadaptivesports.org/Want to be a Patron? Get episodes AD-FREE, listen and watch before they are released to anyone else, bonus episodes, a 20% merch discount, additional content, and more! Learn more by visiting: https://www.patreon.com/scaredtodeathpodcast.Send stories to mystory@scaredtodeathpodcast.comSend everything else to info@scaredtodeathpodcast.comPlease rate, review, and subscribe anywhere you listen.Thank you for listening!Follow the show on social media: @scaredtodeathpodcast on Facebook and IG and TTWebsite: https://www.badmagicproductions.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scaredtodeathpodcastInstagram: https://bit.ly/2miPLf5Mailing Address:Scared to Deathc/o Timesuck PodcastPO Box 3891Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816Opening Sumerian protection spell (adapted):"Whether thou art a ghost that hath come from the earth, or a phantom of night that hath no home… or one that lieth dead in the desert… or a ghost unburied… or a demon or a ghoul… Whatever thou be until thou art removed… thou shalt find here no water to drink… Thou shalt not stretch forth thy hand to our own… Into our house enter thou not. Through our fence, breakthrough thou not… we are protected though we may be frightened. Our life you may not steal, though we may feel SCARED TO DEATH." Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scared to Death ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

Dave Cohen in for Tommy Tucker. Dave spends some time with Sidney Torres, the CEO of IV Waste, discussing the French Quarter Sanitation saga and why his company is best-positioned for success.

Dave Cohen in for Tommy. * Ronal Serpas goes into continued issues at the New Orleans jail * Sidney Torres comments about the French Quarter sanitation saga

Dave Cohen in for Tommy Tucker. Dave also spends some time with Troy Henry, Managing Partner at Henry Consulting, discussing the French Quarter Sanitation saga and why he's confident in his company and contract.

* We talked to Sidney Torres...now we talk to Troy Henry about the French Quarter sanitation saga and get his side of the story. * According to a new Australian study: 5 close friends seems to be the number you want

636. We talk to Frank Perez about the place of LGBTQ+ people in New Orleans history. “Want to learn about New Orleans' rich and vibrant LGBT+ history? I can help with that! It has been my pleasure for the last several years to not only preserve and document that history, but also to be a small part of it.  I've written several books and hundreds of articles on local queer history and I'm proud to be a co-founder of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana.  In addition, I also founded and love conducting The Rainbow Fleur de Lis Walking Tour, which is a leisurely sashay the French Quarter's rainbow history.” (French Quarter Frank). 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. Street poet Stevie Jean (@typewritergypsy) has written a poem for the Louisiana Anthology. MIDNIGHT JAZZ ON ROYAL STREET WITH ET. listen, fluctuating ups and downs of lost & found the heart seeks love and settles on warmth, the even flowing, unbended forward march of melody, feeling leaning out toward rumbling, fist bump, dark cloud passing by, we react, can't help ourselves but to stop and stand, face the brass like dissidents against the firing squad breathless and furious to rise up the brass snaps against closed mouths, fistless, liveliness it loves regardless and will settle and will feed deep within, with renegade speed 9-26-19. royal, nola. typewritergypsy. This week in Louisiana history. July 26, 1810. Rebellion of West Florida Parishes. This week in New Orleans history. The first permanent picture show opened on July 26, 1896, at the Vitascope Hall at 623 Canal Street. This week in Louisiana. Satchmo SummerFest August 2-3, 2025 New Orleans Jazz Museum (The Old Mint) 400 Esplanade Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 522-5730 Website     Our two-day celebration is one of the only festivals in the world dedicated to honoring Louis Armstrong and features two stages of music, a delicious culinary lineup featuring Louisiana restaurants, and an incredible indoor lecture series poised to educate guests on Armstrong's history and enduring impact.     Satchmo SummerFest is scheduled annually to coincide with Louis Armstrong's birthday on August 4th; the first festival took place on what would have been his 100th birthday, the same year the New Orleans airport was renamed Louis Armstrong International Airport. The artist often stated in public interviews that he was born on July 4, 1900 (Independence Day), a date that has been noted in many biographies. Armstrong died in 1971 and his true birthdate, August 4, 1901, was not discovered until the mid-1980s. Postcards from Louisiana. Lawrence Cotton on piano at the French Quarter Fest. 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. 

In the shadows of New Orleans folklore lurks the Grunch—a bloodthirsty cryptid said to stalk the swampy outskirts and forgotten roads. This episode dives deep into the legend's origins, its eerie ties to Creole culture, and the unsettling encounters that still haunt locals. Vampires may rule the French Quarter, but something older—and hungrier—waits just beyond the tree line.

Jane Cooper joins Dave to talk about the latest on the contracts in the trash pickup in New Orleans.

636. We talk to Frank Perez about the place of LGBTQ+ people in New Orleans history. “Want to learn about New Orleans' rich and vibrant LGBT+ history? I can help with that! It has been my pleasure for the last several years to not only preserve and document that history, but also to be a small part of it.  I've written several books and hundreds of articles on local queer history and I'm proud to be a co-founder of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana.  In addition, I also founded and love conducting The Rainbow Fleur de Lis Walking Tour, which is a leisurely sashay the French Quarter's rainbow history.” (French Quarter Frank). 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. Street poet Stevie Jean (@typewritergypsy) has written a poem for the Louisiana Anthology. MIDNIGHT JAZZ ON ROYAL STREET WITH ET. listen, fluctuating ups and downs of lost & found the heart seeks love and settles on warmth, the even flowing, unbended forward march of melody, feeling leaning out toward rumbling, fist bump, dark cloud passing by, we react, can't help ourselves but to stop and stand, face the brass like dissidents against the firing squad breathless and furious to rise up the brass snaps against closed mouths, fistless, liveliness it loves regardless and will settle and will feed deep within, with renegade speed 9-26-19. royal, nola. typewritergypsy. This week in Louisiana history. July 26, 1810. Rebellion of West Florida Parishes. This week in New Orleans history. The first permanent picture show opened on July 26, 1896, at the Vitascope Hall at 623 Canal Street. This week in Louisiana. Satchmo SummerFest August 2-3, 2025 New Orleans Jazz Museum (The Old Mint) 400 Esplanade Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 522-5730 Website     Our two-day celebration is one of the only festivals in the world dedicated to honoring Louis Armstrong and features two stages of music, a delicious culinary lineup featuring Louisiana restaurants, and an incredible indoor lecture series poised to educate guests on Armstrong's history and enduring impact.     Satchmo SummerFest is scheduled annually to coincide with Louis Armstrong's birthday on August 4th; the first festival took place on what would have been his 100th birthday, the same year the New Orleans airport was renamed Louis Armstrong International Airport. The artist often stated in public interviews that he was born on July 4, 1900 (Independence Day), a date that has been noted in many biographies. Armstrong died in 1971 and his true birthdate, August 4, 1901, was not discovered until the mid-1980s. Postcards from Louisiana. Lawrence Cotton on piano at the French Quarter Fest. 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. 

In this special Unpacked bonus episode, we're going behind the scenes of our newView From Afar podcast, which spotlights the people and the ideas shaping the future of travel. Afar editors traveled to the floor of IPW, the annual travel conference organized by the U.S. Travel Association to share the best of America with the rest of the world.  In this episode, we hear from Afar editorial director Billie Cohen, who conducted interviews over two intense days, covering everything from major cities like New York and Boston to more under-the-radar places like St. Louis and Buffalo. What emerged were fascinating themes about welcoming international travelers, the economic realities of tourism, and how destinations are bouncing back from natural disasters faster than you might think. Billie shares why these conversations left her more excited than ever to explore America—and yes, even try that controversial St. Louis pizza. On this episode you'll learn: Why international visitors make up only 20 percent of NYC tourism but contribute 50 percent of tourism spending How destinations like Asheville and Fort Myers are ready for visitors much sooner after disasters than you'd expect The creative ways cities are spreading tourism benefits beyond traditional hotspots through neighborhood storytelling Why St. Louis might be America's most underrated arts destination (with surprising Monets and opera premieres) Don't miss these moments: [03:58] The economic reality: Buffalo losing 20% of its Canadian visitors this year [05:56] Why disaster-hit destinations need visitors for recovery, not just sympathy [09:26] St. Louis's free cultural offerings that rival DC's Smithsonian museums [12:38] Billie's skeptical New Yorker take on St. Louis pizza and why she's willing to try it anyway [15:00] The delicate balance between promoting neighborhoods and over-touristing them Explore More Head over to View From Afar to hear Billie's full conversations with these destination leaders who are reshaping how we think about American travel: Martha Sheridan, president and CEO of Meet Boston, talks about how this most American of cities is celebrating in 2026. Julie Coker, president and CEO of New York City Tourism and Conventions talks about NYC's plans for its 400th birthday. Tamara Pigott, executive director of Visit Fort Myers, shares how she's transformed southwest Florida into a world-class destination that offers much more than gorgeous beaches. Carolann Ouellette, President of the Maine Office of Tourism, on how the outdoors is essential to the state's economy and its communities. Brad Dean, President and CEO of Explore St. Louis, discusses why he chose the Gateway City over offers from New York and Chicago and how America's heartland is ready for a renaissance. Patrick Kaler, president and CEO of Visit Buffalo Niagara, talks about Buffalo's rich architectural and Black history. Walt Leger, President and CEO of New Orleans & Company talks about the city's vibe and where to go beyond the French Quarter. Helen Hill, executive director of Explore Charleston, talks about the importance of showing a city's true history. Vic Isley, president and CEO of Explore Asheville, talks about the resilience of people and western North Carolina. Be sure to subscribe to the show and to sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠Behind the Mic⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode. And explore our second podcast, ⁠Travel Tales⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of ⁠Airwave Media⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast.

In the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter stands a fortress of faith with centuries of whispered legend wrapped in its weathered stone. The Old Ursuline Convent, completed in 1752 and originally established in 1727, seems a peaceful sanctuary—whitewashed walls, quiet courtyards, and the solemn devotion of the Sisters of the Ursuline order. But rumor clings to its rafters—especially those of the sealed third-floor attic, where the past feels strangely unfinished. Discover more TERRIFYING podcasts at http://eeriecast.com/ Follow Carman Carrion!  https://www.instagram.com/carmancarrion/?hl=en https://twitter.com/CarmanCarrion Subscribe to Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/0uiX155WEJnN7QVRfo3aQY Please Review Us on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freaky-folklore/id1550361184 Music and sound effects used in the Destination Terror Podcast have or may have been provided/created by:  CO.AG: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcavSftXHgxLBWwLDm_bNvA Myuu: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiSKnkKCKAQVxMUWpZQobuQ Jinglepunks: https://jinglepunks.com/ Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Kevin MacLeod: http://incompetech.com/ Dark Music: https://soundcloud.com/darknessprevailspodcast Soundstripe: http Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Gateway Podcast – Jennifery Talley – Hauntings in New Orleans Date: July 22, 2025 Episode: 86 Discussion: Hauntings in New Orleans About Jennifer: The New Orleans Paranormal Society was founded in 2020 by resident paranormal enthusiasts and tour guides in the French Quarter in New Orleans, who wanted to give tourists an authentic ghost hunt experience. In addition, the team wanted to help residents of New Orleans and the surrounding areas with paranormal experiences they were dealing with, including some cases involving locations that needed removals and exorcisms. The Ghost Hunt offered to the public, focuses on our philosophy of Paranormal Investigation--Communicate and heal both sides of the veil. We teach people how to use state-of-the-art paranormal equipment and communicate with our resident spirits in a respectful manner, as well as some of their loved ones who have passed. Our team has over 20 years of investigating experience combined. During our many years of investigating our 5 locations as full-time investigators, we have developed relationships with our resident spirits and assisting them with crossing over if they choose to, which is very important to us. Our team averages over 300 investigations per year, excluding private investigations, and we have carried over 12,000 people on our investigations to date, making our team one of the most, if not the most, experienced Paranormal Investigators in the world. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworleansparanormal Host: CL Thomas C.L. Thomas travels widely every year as a fine arts photographer and writer exploring various afterlife research, OBEs, metaphysics, folklore, and lectures at events. C.L. does "Spirit" art on request. She is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel “Speaking to Shadows”. C.L. is the creator and host of The Gateway Podcast & Small Town Tales Podcast. She has written many articles and maintains a blog on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat. www.clthomas.org Follow CL on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cl.thomas.428549/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_cl_thomas/

Glade Bilby joins Dave to talk about the latest ruling in the trash pickup saga in New Orleans.

Glade Bilby joins Dave to talk about the latest on the trash pickup services for the French Quarter.

Mike Hoss joins Dave to talk about the start of the Saints season, plus we discuss the trash pickup situation in the French Quarter.

New Orleans is a city steeped in music, mystery… and restless spirits. In this episode, paranormal researcher and author Nicole Beauchamp takes us deep into the haunted heart of the French Quarter. From ghostly guests at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel to the sinister specter in Room 208 at the Andrew Jackson Hotel, these chilling tales aren't just folklore—they're part of the living legend of Louisiana.Nicole shares spine-tingling encounters from ten of the most haunted hotels in the city, drawn from her new book, Haunted Hotels of the French Quarter. Are you brave enough to check in? French Quarter Frights - The Paranormal 60 PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOWFactor Meals - Get 50% off your first order & Free Shipping at ⁠⁠www.FactorMeals.com/p6050off⁠⁠ & use code: P6050off at checkout Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to ⁠⁠www.MintMobile.com/P60 ⁠⁠Shadow Zine - ⁠⁠https://shadowzine.com/ ⁠⁠Love & Lotus Tarot -  ⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/ ⁠⁠PLEASE RATE & REVIEW THE PARANORMAL 60 PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN!#Paranormal60 #FrenchQuarterFrights #NicoleBeauchamp #HauntedNewOrleans #HauntedHotels #GhostStories #NewOrleansGhosts #HauntedFrenchQuarter #GhostHunters #HotelMonteleone #AndrewJacksonHotel #BourbonOrleansHotel #TheHauntedHotel #OlivierHouseHotel #ParanormalInvestigation #SpiritEncounters #HauntedHistory #GhostlyEncounters #SupernaturalStories #DaveSchrader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

95 percent of the world’s bourbon is made in Kentucky. But that doesn’t stop aficionados of the smooth amber-colored liquor from debating where the name bourbon originated. Among Louisianans, there’s no question that bourbon got its name from the infamous street in the French Quarter in New Orleans. John Hampton has capitalized on both the proximity of Bourbon Street and our rich French Louisiana history to open Laissez Versez Distillery, a Baton Rouge-based bourbon distillery. With four bourbon offerings, the distillery has garnered several awards since launching in 2019 and serves it fresh from the barrel in the tap room at its Airline Highway facility. One Coffee After a night out drinking bourbon, you might need a strong cup of coffee to get yourself to work. For many, the jingle “The best part of waking up is Folger’s in your cup” still rings true, especially for at-home consumers. You would be forgiven for thinking "Starbucks" is synonymous with "coffee" these days but Folger’s still holds the leading market share in the U.S. ground coffee market, accounting for over 25%. But tastes and markets evolve, and if you have been paying any attention you know that the over 170 year-old brand faces stiff competition. Even here in Baton Rouge. Chris Nance says he and his partner didn’t know anything about coffee till 2023. Well, they knew a little about drinking it but not much about how its marketed. After 16 months of researcha nd development they came up with a plan to manufacture premium coffee in partnership with a roaster in Lafayette, called Reve, and to target blue collar workers with a brand they christened Backbone Coffee. the oldest piece of advice in the history of manufacturing and marketing is, "Build a better mouse trap." In other words, take a product that everybody needs and make yours better than what's already out there. There is no shortage of coffee or bourbon in the US, and especially here in Louisiana. So, in the better mousetrap theory of evolution, you have to make yours stand out from all the others to succeed. Chris has found a way to differentiate Backbone Coffee from all the competitors by taking a marketing approach that, surprisingly, nobody has thought of: blue collar coffee. And John is already hauling in awards for bourbon, which is no easy feat in the first decade of making a product that traditionally can take over a decade just to age enough to get to market. 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.

On today's show, Scoot talks about CBS cancelling "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," people body shaming actress Jennifer Love Hewitt, why the Epstein files weren't released during the Biden Administration, bringing the music back to Felix's restaurant, if Troy Henry should be given a chance to prove he can clean up the French Quarter, and more.

This hour, Scoot talks about CBS cancelling "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," bringing the music back to Felix's Restaurant, and if Troy Henry should be given a chance to prove he can clean up the French Quarter.

Scoot asks some questions surrounding Mayor Latoya Cantrell's aggressive push to award Henry Consulting the French Quarter garbage contract.

This hour, Scoot talks about if something's wrong with President Trump's cankles. Also, Scoot clarifies what his political beliefs are. Then, Scoot asks some questions surrounding Mayor Latoya Cantrell's aggressive push to award Henry Consulting the French Quarter garbage contract.

On today's show, Scoot talks about his first time watching Power Slap, people behaving mean and un-American, and the Justice Department seeking to give the ex-police officer that shot Breonna Taylor just 1 day in jail, if something's wrong with President Trump's cankles. Also, Scoot clarifies what his political beliefs are and asks some questions surrounding Mayor Latoya Cantrell's aggressive push to award Henry Consulting the French Quarter garbage contract. Then, Scoot talks about the Gulf of Mexico versus the Gulf of America and Minor League Baseball using the Automatic Ball-Strike System.

Dans cet épisode, la team Saints France revient sur l'évènement du week-end du 14 juillets : Demario Davis, Gayle Benson et une délégation des Saints présents à Paris ! Nous vous racontons tout dans les détails : Au programme : - Retour sur l'objet du déplacement des Saints à Paris - Meet & Greet avec Demario Davis- Camp de Flag Football et interview avec Demario Davis- Match des Paris Musketeers VS les Vienna VikingsUn weekend qui restera gravé à jamais ! Merci à Alex "Le Front Office Podcast" et Margaux (International Fan Of The Year) d'avoir répondu présent sur l'épisode ! Bonne écoute et Who Dat !Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

We talk with Glade Bilby with the French Quarter Management District about a building that partially collapsed on Thursday and the importance of investing in our historic architecture.

634. Part 1 of our talk with Kyle Crosby about his project, Louisiana Dread. "Louisiana Dread is a cultural project that shares and preserves stories of Louisiana history, culture, and folklore. Under the umbrella of Dreadful Productions, LLC, "Louisiana Dread" aims to bring awareness to important cultural aspects of Louisiana through several online series, such as LA Quick History, LA Drinks, LA Estates, LA Lingo, and LD Live. each highlight  in Louisiana history that have otherwise been forgotten or misinterpreted, as well as share local horror stories that have been told for generations. Whether based on fact or complete fiction, Louisiana is seeping with horror stories that all share one common feature: the haunting setting of Louisiana. Along with the online series, a ten-episode television anthology script has been completed and awaits funding. To donate, please contact us at kyleladread@gmail.com The description can be seen below. "Louisiana Dread" is a video horror anthology series based on haunting Louisiana history, folklore, and culture. Set all throughout the Bayou State, each episode holds its own sinister tale of misfortune and evil" (Louisiana Dread). 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. One of our recent additions is a COVID diary by Frank Perez, who wrote about his experiences in the French Quarter during COVID. Saturday, March 21, 2020. 12:15 pm. "I receive a text from my friend Ben, an Episcopal deacon who lives a few blocks away, asking if I know anyone who is hungry. Ben is making dozens of brown bag lunches and delivering them around the Quarter to anyone in need. He assures me that he wears gloves and a mask while preparing the meals. I'm hungry now and heat up spaghetti leftovers from yesterday." At the end of his diary, he notes, "The Quarter itself is a poem. The souls are old here, and each has a story to sigh into any willing ear." (Perez). This week in Louisiana history. July 12, 1934. Birthday of famous pianist Van Cliburn who was a Musical prodigy who won the first quadrennial Tchaikovsky Piano Competition in 1958 when he was only 23. This week in New Orleans history. Happy Birthday, Tom Benson born in New Orleans on July 12, 1927. He ran car dealerships and also bought the Saints. This week in Louisiana. Tales of the Cocktail July 20-25, 2025 The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans 921 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70112 Email: info@talesofthecocktail.com Website     Enjoy a week-long celebration of cocktails and mixology at the 23rd annual Tales of the Cocktail® (TOTC) event, taking place from July 20-25, 2025. This global cocktail conference, organized by the nonprofit organization Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, aims to educate, advance, and support cocktail professionals and enthusiasts alike.     Hosted by the Ritz Carlton in the French Quarter, this event is set to be a gathering of the brightest minds in the industry. This year, TOTCF has chosen the theme “Evolve” to celebrate the ongoing transformation of the cocktail industry with a dynamic lineup of signature programming, including educational seminars, Beyond the Bar events, tastings, Futures Labs, and much more. Postcards from Louisiana. Lawrence Cotton.  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.

Send us a textThere should be a cliché saying like- "This one time, at House of Blues." I know myself has a FEW. Though, I have only seen the New Orleans venue, that treasure box is a whole vibe of it's own. House of Blues holds the key to most of the elements you see at other House of Blues around the country. Listen to this rich history! Your papa is a LITTLE bias because, where in America can you find the most charming and intoxicating (no pun intended) venue, than the House of Blues location here in New Orleans, La? The French Quarter is a preservation pocket of yesteryears. Keeping with the tradition and look of the iconic Quarter, General Manager, I.V. Miller diligently works year round to ensure that House of Blues- New Orleans is not only open- but, thriving. Listen in as we talk about how I.V. got this amazing job opportunity while he was in NYC.  He's a big, biker looking fella- so, he is PERFECT for the Quarter!                       But I can tell he is a teddy bear at heart!This summer, week after week, they have got amazing gigs planned that will elevate yall's weekends! Listen in to all the awesome things coming to House of Blues soon! Wallflowers? Vintage Fest??!! Let's GOOOO!!Find more about House of Blues New Orleans at:www.houseofblues.com/neworleans_________________________________________________________________________________________________Then later, Thanks to our friends at Cafe Du Monde, we are still churning out some of the HOTTEST new releases from New York Times Best Selling Authors, yall! This week, New York Times Best seller, Tiffany Jackson's BRAND NEW hard back Middle Grade novel hit the stores and she is not playin'! Tiffany's ability  to perfectly combine the mystery and suspense, coupled with representation is so brilliantly accomplished for our younger readers. I have some, and let me tell you, START THEM YOUNG, HUNNY! And can I also just say, It starts at home? These young people are OUR FUTURE LEADERS of our amazing country. Thank you, Tiffany for giving these babies your valuable resources; rich in imagination, immersive adventures & strong emotions- all with the ability to have our kids walk away more inspired than a tablet ever could be. Find Blood in the Water now!Mega bestselling and award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson (The Weight of Blood; White Smoke) makes her thrilling middle-grade debut with a can't-put-it-down murder mystery set on Martha's Vineyard. R.L. Stine, bestselling author of Goosebumps, says, "Don't miss this one!"This summer, beware of sharks...Brooklyn girl Kaylani McKinnon feels like a fish out of water. She's spending the summer with family friends in their huge house on Martha's Vineyard, and the vibe is definitely snooty. Still, there are beautiful beaches, lots of ice cream, and a town full of fascinating Black history. Plus a few kids her age who seem friendly.Until the shocking death of a popular teenage boy rocks the community to its core. Was it a drowning? A shark attack? Or the unthinkable--murder?Kaylani is determined to solThank you to our family of amazing sponsors! Ochsner Hospital for ChildrenWww.ochsner.orgRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comSandpiper VacationsWww..sandpipervacations.comCafe Du Monde www.shop.cafedumonde.com The Law Firm of Forrest Cressy & James Www.forrestcressyjames.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comERA TOP REALTY: Pamela BreauxAudubon Institute www.auduboninstitute.orgUrban South Brewery www.urbansouthbrewery.com

We check in with Freddie King about the French Quarter sanitation, what the Mayor's doing, and what the Council's doing.

* Measles cases already hit a 33 year high in the US, and it's only July * Councilmember Freddie King gives us the rundown on the French Quarter sanitation saga

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* Qualifying for the New Orleans mayoral race gets underway. Who's the frontrunner? * The French Quarter Management District is looking for an emergency contract amid the sanitation dispute

The French Quarter Management District is looking for an emergency contract amid the sanitation dispute. We talk with chairperson Jane Cooper about the mess and what they're looking for.

I cannot believe we've already come to the season finale. I've been having so much fun. I hope you have too!Now, before we get to the conclusion of Kiddos R Groundbreakers, I am so excited to finally share my big announcement. Ready, kiddos?We're getting a new Georgie and GiGi book!I think all those Fourth of July fireworks you'll be seeing may just be in celebration of this very special news.Details, including the title, are being kept under wraps. We do know it's a Halloween release, and we've been told that there will be an official announcement hitting around Labor Day.Here's how it's being described:Georgie and GiGi, the pint-size protagonists from Presidential Conversations for Kids and The Social Contract podcast, are back!When a Code Purple is called, the two Gs—along with Sister Elaine, Sister Mary Catherine, and Grandma Marie—are magically transported to The Artist CLEO's house in New Orleans' French Quarter for some ghostly fun.Oooh. Sounds spooky! Can't wait to talk to George and CLEO about it later in the episode.But first, let's listen as Stephen performs Kiddos R Groundbreakers, Part Two!

It seems as if there's increasingly limited options for the French Quarter to lose the exceptional service from IV Waste. But it's not impossible that Troy Henry will step up at meet the moment

Ineffective adhesive retention. French Quarter in New Orleans enjoys its trash collection. Law enforcement veteran breaks down the broken windows theory. Twin Cities Marathon makes certain runners less than. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show:Melissa and Mark Hortman to lie in state at Capitol; funeral planned for Saturday morningMNA members authorize strike at Twin Cities, Duluth area hospitalsLive updates: Trump claims Israel-Iran ceasefire is ‘in effect' despite initial violationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textOur rainbow choo choo train is still chugging yall! We are back with another June  episode of Pride sparkle! This month has been so much fun! The Live Show at Ruby Slipper Cafe was amazing and so grateful! Thanks to all that came out, was interviewed and performed! Speaking of performing, later in the show we welcome New Orleans rising drag artist and COVER of Gambit's Magazine this June! Bubblez was one of our performers at the NolaPapa Pride Pop Up! But First, we welcome back to the show MY FAVORITE REALTOR! From the VERY beginning, Pam took Douglas and I's hands and walked us through, carefully ensuring our first home was a treasure. And oh boy, was it! I cried when we officially sold it and moved Uptown. I'm a transplant from Mississippi 25 years ago that cried to leave CHALMETTE. THAT is how much I loved our first home. Pam's Parish is a new segment that talks candidly about the market. Pam has a way of just talking to anyone with the ability to strike up conversations with ANYONE. Yall know how sensitive I can be, so naturally, finding an agent that really is genuinely interested in helping you. This week, Pam reflects the time she and her husband visited the French Quarter on the day of the Southern Decadence parade, decades ago! They got introduced to the scene intimately! Listen and Laugh along!  ::If you or someone you know is looking to get the feet wet with real estate- Pam's got you, boo. Call her now to get started! ERA Top Agent Realty 504-400-9234 ___________________________________________________________________________________Come on ride that train! CHOO CHOOOOOO! All aboard!?This is your Rainbow train conductor speaking and I will need to see your sparkle ticket for the remainder of our trip. Tickets out please! Thank youuuuu! Bubblez! She showed up and OUT on June 1 at the Ruby Slipper Cafe on Broad Street yall. I knew I needed a passionate story from a local drag performer this season, but yall. I had no idea I was about to hear this one! And yall already know that papa LOVES good documentaries...Bubblez just wrapped up her own documentary allowing the world to meet the man behind the makeup. Dwane Dillon is the visionary behind Bubblez the Nola Queen Icon- creator of BUBBLEZ FEST- a weekend that just passed all dedicated to sending this documentary to the stars. Dwayne also takes us on the journey of acceptance through his on daughter, who has grown up seeing his  journey and what it takes for a man to be so dedicated, so committed, to create a persona of hope, resilience, kindness and talent. Listen, Learn and Grow!Help Bubblez and Dwayne Complete this movie!!!https://www.nola.com/gambit/gambit/news/the_latest/new-orleans-drag-queen-bubblez-documentary/article_e1c4a162-c43d-47c9-beae-3e53469a97c6.htmlhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/daydreampictures/bubblez-love-drag-and-the-power-of-familyThank you to our family of amazing sponsors! Ochsner Hospital for ChildrenWww.ochsner.orgRouses MarkersWww.rousesmarkets.comSandpiper VacationsWww..sandpipervacations.comCafe Du Monde www.shop.cafedumonde.com The Law Firm of Forrest Cressy & James Www.forrestcressyjames.comComfort Cases Www.comfortcases.orgNew Orleans Ice Cream CompanyWww.neworleansicecream.comERA TOP REALTY: Pamela BreauxAudubon Institute www.auduboninstitute.orgUrban South Brewery www.urbansouthbrewery.com

Louisiana Eats hit a major milestone last week – 15 years on the air. That's well over 500 episodes featuring somewhere around a thousand different voices! This week, we bring you three interviews from our archives that celebrate some late, great Louisiana legends. We begin with a tribute to Chef Paul Prudhomme, his wife Kay, and their lost French Quarter restaurant, K-Paul's. We revisit an unforgettable conversation we had with Sandy Hanson and her brother-in-law, Chef Frank Brigtsen, after Paul died in 2015. Both Sandy and Frank were K-Paul veterans from the restaurant's earliest days. They share memories of their time there and the profound impact both Kay and Paul had on their lives. Then, we bring you the voices of two late New Orleans TV icons. The first is broadcast pioneer Terry Flettrich Rohe. Those who grew up in the Crescent City in the 1950s may remember Terry as "Mrs. Muffin" on a WDSU-TV daily children's program that she hosted for almost a decade. She was also the producer and host of Midday, one of the network's most popular programs. The second is seafood magnate Al Scramuzza, who passed away in May at the age of 97. Al's comical and campy TV ads dominated the airwaves for decades – and each of them he wrote, produced, and starred in. But even before his commercials made him a household name, Al was combining his acumen for business and marketing to turn a profit. All the while, he played a major role in the mudbug's rise to culinary fame. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.