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Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan reported on the Saints' awkward situation with veteran RB Alvin Kamara. Duncan also discussed the team's question marks on the roster.

Steve, Jeff, and Charlie recapped the US Men's National Team's 2-0 victory over Australia in their second matchup at the 2026 World Cup. The guys explained what it means for the team, as America locked in a 2-0 start to Group D. Luke Johnson, a Saints reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to recap the team's mandatory minicamp practices. Steve and Jeff listened to audio from Saints DE Cam Jordan, rookie DT Christen Miller, defensive pass game coordinator Terry Joseph, RB Kendre Miller, and WR Bryce Lance. The guys also interviewed David Grubb, the host of The Post Up podcast, about the Pelicans' options with the NBA Draft only four days away.

Steve, Jeff, and Hoss discussed their observations from the Saints' mandatory minicamp. The guys highlighted the team's competitions at tight end and running back. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan recapped the Saints' offseason workouts. He shared his thoughts on Tyler Shough, Alvin Kamara, and Cam Jordan. Duncan also reviewed the Saints' decision to be cautious with injured rookies.

Steve, Jeff, and Hoss discussed the 2026 World Cup, Tropical Storm Arthur, and the Saints' mandatory minicamp practices. The guys listened to Saints QB Tyler Shough's media availability after minicamp. They also congratulated Superdome press box security supervisor Sal LaRock for winning the Saints' 2026 Joe Gemelli Fleur De Lis Award. Steve, Jeff, and Hoss interviewed the two latest additions to the Saints Hall of Fame: Terron Armstead and Mark Ingram. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, recapped the Saints' offseason workouts. The guys also spoke to Kenny Farrell, the head coach and GM of the New Orleans Jesters, about the 2026 World Cup.

Luke Johnson, a Saints reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to recap the team's mandatory minicamp practices. Johnson shared his thoughts on rookie WR Jordyn Tyson, the team's receiver depth, and the Saints' defensive question marks.

Steve, Jeff, and Charlie recapped the US Men's National Team's 2-0 victory over Australia in their second matchup at the 2026 World Cup. The guys explained what it means for the team, as America locked in a 2-0 start to Group D. Luke Johnson, a Saints reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to recap the team's mandatory minicamp practices. Johnson shared his thoughts on rookie WR Jordyn Tyson, the team's receiver depth, and the Saints' defensive question marks.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan recapped the Saints' offseason workouts. He shared his thoughts on Tyler Shough, Alvin Kamara, and Cam Jordan. Duncan also reviewed the Saints' decision to be cautious with injured rookies.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan recapped the Saints' offseason workouts. He shared his thoughts on Tyler Shough, Alvin Kamara, and Cam Jordan. Duncan also reviewed the Saints' decision to be cautious with injured rookies.

Is the Six Flags redevelopment in trouble? There's some disagreement over the lease. We talk with Ben Myers, a reporter for The Times Picayune, about what's going on.

* Is the Six Flags redevelopment in trouble? There's some disagreement over the lease. We'll talk with Ben Myers, a reporter for The Times Picayune, about what's going on. * Do we have a peace deal with Iran?

Mike and Charlie gave an update on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's eligibility for the 2026 football season. Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, joined Sports Talk. Ruffino shared his thoughts on Sorsby, Will Wade, and the current state of college athletics. Mike interviewed Chris Dodson, an NBA scout for ClutchPoints, and former Tulane QB Lester Ricard. Steve and Charlie broke down the 2026 NBA Finals with Ryan Chichester, the digital content lead at WFAN in New York. The guys also spoke to Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, about New Orleans' final week of voluntary OTA workouts.

Steve and Charlie listened to Saints DE Chase Young's media availability with the NFL Network. Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Paras broke down the Saints' OTAs as they enter their final week of the team's voluntary workouts. The guys also gave an update from Game 4 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Finals and made their plea for the NHL to give New Orleans an expansion franchise.

Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Paras broke down the Saints' OTAs as they enter their final week of the team's voluntary workouts.

Mike and Charlie discussed Alvin Kamara's surprise return to the Saints' voluntary OTA practice session. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to report on the Saints' recent OTA practice session. Mike and Charlie interviewed Glen West, an LSU reporter for The Bengal Tiger at On3Sports, and Greg Beacham, a Rams reporter for The Associated Press. Steve and Charlie spoke to Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak about the team's OTAs. The guys also listened to audio from Kamara, Kellen Moore, Victor Wembanyama, and Jalen Brunson.

Mike and Charlie discussed Alvin Kamara's surprise return to the Saints' voluntary OTA practice session. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan reported on the Saints' recent OTA practice session, highlighting Alvin Kamara's return to New Orleans, the Saints' foundational 2025 draft class, and the question marks surrounding rookie WR Jordyn Tyson. Duncan also previewed Lane Kiffin's first year at LSU.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan reported on the Saints' recent OTA practice session, highlighting Alvin Kamara's return to New Orleans, the Saints' foundational 2025 draft class, and the question marks surrounding rookie WR Jordyn Tyson. Duncan also previewed Lane Kiffin's first year at LSU.

Mike and Charlie reported on the Saints' official joint practice sessions with the Jaguars, Cowboys, and Rams. The guys recapped the Saints' OTA practice and spoke to a WWL listener about Southern Miss baseball. Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Paras discussed the start of the Saints' OTAs, highlighting Tyler Shough, Jonas Sanker, and Jordyn Tyson. Paras also shared his thoughts on Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, and Cam Jordan. Mike and Charlie evaluated LSU's key defensive players.

Mike and Charlie reported on the Saints' official joint practice sessions with the Jaguars, Cowboys, and Rams. The guys recapped the Saints' OTA practice and spoke to a WWL listener about Southern Miss baseball. Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, discussed the start of the Saints' OTAs. Mike interviewed Nicholls State head football coach Tommy Rybacki and Dr. Michael Giorlando, the Athletic Director of LSU New Orleans. Steve and Charlie spoke to Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter covering the Pelicans.

Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Paras discussed the start of the Saints' OTAs, highlighting Tyler Shough, Jonas Sanker, and Jordyn Tyson. Paras also shared his thoughts on Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, and Cam Jordan.

Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Paras discussed the start of the Saints' OTAs, highlighting Tyler Shough, Jonas Sanker, and Jordyn Tyson. Paras also shared his thoughts on Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave, and Cam Jordan.

* Church sex abuse survivors could get payments from the $300+ million settlement as soon as this fall. We'll get the details from Stephanie Riegel with the Times Picayune. * Sail 250 will celebrate America's sestercentennial with the largest-ever flotilla of tall ships from around the world. We'll get the details from Mark Romig with New Orleans & Company

Mike and Charlie reviewed Lane Kiffin's comments with Vanity Fair about Ole Miss. The guys reported on Saints G Nick Saldiveri's season-ending knee injury, Dolphins RB Le'Veon Moss' decision to retire before his rookie campaign, and Grizzlies F Brandon Clarke's tragic death. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, recapped the Saints' rookie minicamp practice sessions. Mike interviewed former LSU head football coach Ed Orgeron and Evelyn Van Pelt, the publisher of The Rebel Walk. Steve and Charlie spoke to Audacy NBA Insider Nick Friedell about the NBA Playoffs and the Pelicans' coaching search. The guys also listened to audio from the Saints' rookies at the team's minicamp.

Mike and Charlie reviewed Lane Kiffin's comments with Vanity Fair about Ole Miss. The guys reported on Saints G Nick Saldiveri's season-ending knee injury, Dolphins RB Le'Veon Moss' decision to retire before his rookie campaign, and Grizzlies F Brandon Clarke's tragic death. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan discussed Lane Kiffin's comments about Ole Miss. He also recapped the Saints' rookie minicamp practice sessions.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan discussed Lane Kiffin's comments about Ole Miss. He also recapped the Saints' rookie minicamp practice sessions.

It's Thursday, and that means it's time to catch up on politics with The Times-Picayune's editorial director and columnist, Stephanie Grace. Today, we discuss the latest in the postponed elections, as well as the ongoing court battle over the elimination of Calvin Duncan's office as clerk of the Orleans Criminal District Court. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention says that one in four girls and one in 20 boys experience sexual abuse. About 90% of those instances of abuse are perpetrated by someone known and trusted by the child or the child's family members. But what happens to them when they become adults?Silence Broken is a New Orleans-based non-profit that serves adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Director Dr. Mary Brown and Claudia Barker, a survivor of abuse, join us with more. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, so we wanted to take the time to look back on Asian history in Louisiana. In the mid-18th century, new immigrants established the first Filipino settlement in the United States. Saint Malo was a small fishing village in St. Bernard Parish until its destruction in a 1915 hurricane. Kirby Araullo, Filipino historian, culture bearer and content creator, tells us more about the history and impact of this settlement. —Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. 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!

New Orleans. 1918. A killer the papers call “The Axeman” breaks into homes at night, mostly targeting Italian grocers, and attacks with an axe taken from inside the house. No robbery. No clear motive. Just terror. The case is never officially solved.In this episode of Gone South, former Times-Picayune editor James Karst walks Jed Lipinski through what the archives actually show: the earliest attacks, the infamous Axeman letter demanding jazz music, and the overlooked suspect Joseph Mumfre, a Black Hand linked extortionist whose name keeps resurfacing. Subscribe to our newsletter:⁠https://jedlipinski.substack.com/⁠ Connect with Jed Lipinski: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jed-lipinski/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Best of the Bulls, Chicago Sports Network sideline reporter K.C. Johnson joined the Mully & Haugh Show to react to the Bulls hiring Hawks executive Bryson Graham as their new executive vice president of basketball operations; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed what Graham's hiring means for the Bulls; and Times Picayune columnist Rod Walker joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share insight and background on Graham, who worked for the New Orleans Pelicans for 15 years before joining the Hawks.

In the Best of the Bulls, Chicago Sports Network sideline reporter K.C. Johnson joined the Mully & Haugh Show to react to the Bulls hiring Hawks executive Bryson Graham as their new executive vice president of basketball operations; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed what Graham's hiring means for the Bulls; and Times Picayune columnist Rod Walker joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share insight and background on Graham, who worked for the New Orleans Pelicans for 15 years before joining the Hawks.

In the Best of the Bulls, Chicago Sports Network sideline reporter K.C. Johnson joined the Mully & Haugh Show to react to the Bulls hiring Hawks executive Bryson Graham as their new executive vice president of basketball operations; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed what Graham's hiring means for the Bulls; and Times Picayune columnist Rod Walker joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share insight and background on Graham, who worked for the New Orleans Pelicans for 15 years before joining the Hawks.

Under the radar, the New Orleans #Saints may have changed the landscape on their defense a bit by bringing in Tyree Wilson, Martin Emerson and Anfernee Jennings. Let's ask Times-Picayune sports columnist Jeff Duncan on Wednesday's Dattitude (Ep. 499) presented by Evangeline Securities. We'll also get Jeff's thoughts on the Saints' draft and ask for his Kentucky Derby picks.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to preview the 2026 NFL Draft. Duncan shared his thoughts on Jordan Tyson, Caleb Downs, Jeremiyah Love, and the lack of depth in the draft.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to preview the 2026 NFL Draft. Duncan shared his thoughts on Jordan Tyson, Caleb Downs, Jeremiyah Love, and the lack of depth in the draft.

Steve, Mike, and Deuce discussed the pre-draft process for NFL General Managers. Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk to preview the 2026 NFL Draft. Duncan shared his thoughts on Jordan Tyson, Caleb Downs, Jeremiyah Love, and the lack of depth in the draft.

Mike, Deuce, and Steve reviewed Saints GM Mickey Loomis' comments at his media availability before the 2026 NFL Draft. Deuce remembered his experience when the Saints picked him in the first round of the 2001 NFL Draft. NFL Draft researcher Chad Reuter, an analyst with NFL Media, joined Sports Talk to preview the Saints' options in this year's draft. Mike ranked the top cornerbacks and safeties in the 2026 NFL Draft. The guys interviewed Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, about the draft.

Mike evaluated three former LSU Tiger pass catchers in the 2026 NFL Draft and three defensive gems who could slide into the second round. Koki Riley, an LSU reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Riley shared his observations from the Tigers' Spring workouts under head coach Lane Kiffin. He also discussed LSU baseball's struggles and previewed the Tigers' challenge against No. 10 Texas A&M.

Mike evaluated three former LSU Tiger pass catchers in the 2026 NFL Draft and three defensive gems who could slide into the second round. Koki Riley, an LSU reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Riley shared his observations from the Tigers' Spring workouts under head coach Lane Kiffin. Mike ranked the top tight ends and centers in the 2026 NFL Draft. Steve and Charlie interviewed Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Mark Etheridge, an SEC reporter for D1Baseball.com.

Koki Riley, an LSU reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Riley shared his observations from the Tigers' Spring workouts under head coach Lane Kiffin. He also discussed LSU baseball's struggles and previewed the Tigers' challenge against No. 10 Texas A&M.

Koki Riley, an LSU reporter for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Riley shared his observations from the Tigers' Spring workouts under head coach Lane Kiffin. He also discussed LSU baseball's struggles and previewed the Tigers' challenge against No. 10 Texas A&M.

In April 1834, a massive fire broke out at the mansion of Delphine LaLaurie on Royal Street in New Orleans French Quarter. LaLaurie was known to have kept several slaves as servants in the home, but when bystanders attempted to enter the house to rescue those trapped inside, they found the doors barred. After forcing the doors open and making their way inside the house, the rescuers were horrified to find the “horribly mutilated” bodies of at least seven of LaLaurie's slaves. Delphine LaLaurie was known to treat her servants very badly, including physically abusing them, but no one in New Orleans had imagined she was a sadistic murderer. After the discovery of the horrors in the LaLaurie mansion, Delphine LaLaurie fled New Orleans, fearing mob violence, and lived the rest of her life as an exile in Paris—but that is not the end of the story. Just a few decades after LaLaurie abandoned her home and fled the country, her story and those of the men, women, and children who suffered in her home worked their way into New Orleans folklore. Today, nearly two hundred years later, the LaLaurie mansion has become known as the most haunted house in New Orleans, and the legend of Delphine LaLaurie has lived on through television, film, and books about Mad Madame LaLaurie.  Buy Tickets to our LIVE SHOW at Radio City Music Hall on June 27th! References Crawford, Iain. 2020. "Harriet Matineau, White Women, and Slavery in the bAntebellum South." Nineteenth-Century Prose 89-116. Long, Carolyn Morrow. 2015. Madame Lalaurie, Mistress of the Haunted House. Gainsville, FL: University Press of Florida. Martineau, Harriet. 1838. Retrospect of Western Travel, volume 2. London, UK: Saunders and Otley. Masia, Ines Vila. 1947. "New Orleans puts its ghosts to work." The Times (Shreveport, LA), July 20: 21. New Orleans Bee. 1834. "Baton Rouge news." Baton-Rouge Gazette, April 19: 2. Pitts, Stella. 1974. "New paint, old stories stir interest in 'haunted house'." Times-Picayune, August 11: 68. Schneider, Frank. 1969. "Sale typidies French Quarter values." Times-Picayune, February 9: 47. Wolfe, Poet. 2024. "LaLaurie Mansion in New Orleans has a sinister history dating back to the 1830s." Times Picayune, July 11. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We go live to Augusta, Georgia and get an update on the Masters with Scott Rabalais, sports columnist for The Times Picayune.

* Colorado State researchers are releasing their hurricane forecast for 2026. We'll talk to Lauren Beard about the outlook for this year. * Closed primaries are coming to Louisiana, and the deadline to register or change your party affiliation ahead of the primaries in May is April 15. We'll talk to Secretary of State Nancy Landry about what you need to know * The Masters is getting underway! We'll go live to Augusta and talk with Scott Rabalais from The Times Picayune about the top contender and big storylines.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for the Times-Picayune, and NBA scout Chris Dodson. Ruffino recapped the start of LSU's Spring Football practice sessions. Paras broke down the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Dodson shared his thoughts on the Pelicans' recent poor stretch at the end of the regular season. Steve and Charlie listened to LSU head football coach Lane Kiffin's comments after the Tigers' third Spring Football practice session.

Mike and Charlie interviewed Blake Ruffino, the founder of the Are You Serious Sports Network, and Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for the Times-Picayune. Ruffino recapped the start of LSU's Spring Football practice sessions. Paras broke down the Saints' options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Matthew Paras, a Saints beat reporter for the Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Paras projected Alvin Kamara's future with the Saints. He broke down the team's top options with the eighth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mike and Charlie discussed the buzz around Will Wade's potential return to LSU. The guys interviewed Tulane sideline reporter Maddy Hudak and Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune. Hudak reported on the start of Tulane's Spring Football practice sessions. Duncan broke down the Saints' options early in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Mike and Charlie discussed the buzz around Will Wade's potential return to LSU. The guys interviewed Tulane sideline reporter Maddy Hudak and Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune. Coach Scott Spinelli, a college basketball analyst, broke down the Wade news and the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Steve and Charlie spoke to Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak and Koki Riley, an LSU reporter for The Advocate.

New Orleans is no stranger to political scandal, but the federal case against Mayor LaToya Cantrell isn't a classic bribes-and-kickbacks story. It's a story about a relationship, power, and the alleged misuse of public resources. Times-Picayune columnist Stephanie Grace traces Cantrell's rise from post-Katrina neighborhood leader to the first woman elected mayor, and what went wrong in her second term. Prosecutors say Cantrell and NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie, her security guard, used city funds and access to a city-owned apartment overlooking Jackson Square and official travel to spend time together, then tried to cover it up. Cantrell has denied wrongdoing. Subscribe to our newsletter:⁠https://jedlipinski.substack.com/⁠ Connect with Jed Lipinski: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jed-lipinski/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan questioned the Saints' decision to sign former Jets QB Zach Wilson. He also broke down New Orleans' options early in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune, joined Sports Talk. Duncan questioned the Saints' decision to sign former Jets QB Zach Wilson. He also broke down New Orleans' options early in the 2026 NFL Draft.

669. Part 2. We continue Women's History Month by concluding our conversation with Marcelle Bienvenu. Whe is an author working on the history of Creole cooking. Marcelle Bienvenu's highly anticipated new release of her timeless classic, Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux? is a treasure trove of over two hundred recipes, revised with a Foreword by Emeril Lagasse and sumptuous color photography capturing the essence of every season. Marcelle is a cookbook author and food writer who has been preparing Cajun and Creole dishes since the 1960s. She has written on Creole/Cajun Cooking for The Times Picayune, Time-Life Books, and has been featured in Garden & Gun, Food & Wine, Saveur, Southern Living, Redbook, The New York Times, Louisiana Life, and Acadiana Profile. 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 222 years. Order your copy today! This week in the Louisiana Anthology. Meghan F. McDonald.'NOLA: An Interactive Street Performing Experience.'     Before embarking on my street performing tour of the U.S., one aspect I said I would investigate on the road was how influencial setting is for creating music.     Admittedly, this question was buried under piles of other questions that surfaced during my earlier stops, D.C., Nashville, Asheville and Atlanta. But that changed once I arrived in New Orleans.     Music and culture ' especially along Royal Street ' ooze from NOLA's pores, pumping through its streets as if the heart of all music can be found somewhere within the veins of the French Quarter. It is New Orleans, after all, that mothered music greats ranging from Louis Armstrong and Fats Domino to Lil Wayne. And that variety is not accidental ' it's part of NOLA's appeal.     On one street you may walk into an impromptu jazz ensemble performance, complete with an upright bass, saxophone player and a singer throwing out some hot scats. Five blocks down, you could stumble upon a high-energy brass group filled with trumpets, trombones and a tuba. Not to mention the multiple solo acts scattered throughout NOLA's streets at all hours of the day and night.     One factor that makes NOLA an ideal street performing city is the layout. The Quarter's tight streets, filled with sheltered sidewalks due to the vast amounts of layered decks, create a rich acoustic experience for buskers. The sound stays contained from having a ceiling of sorts, which then bounces off the parallel building in full circle. This week in Louisiana history. March 13, 1815. Gen. Andrew Jackson declares the end of martial law in New Orleans at the end of War of 1812. This week in New Orleans history. The City Park property was famous as a dueling ground long before it was a park ' more Affaires d'honneur were fought in New Orleans than in any other American city. They resulted from serious affronts, petty insults, or deliberate confrontations for the sole purpose of displaying fencing skills. Weapons of choice included swords, sabers, pistols, rifles, even bare hands. During the 1800s a series of duels were fought between fencing masters ' the most famous, Spaniard Pepe Llula was known as a duelist who met any man with any weapon. Times-Democrat on March 13, 1892, reported, "Between 1834 and 1844 scarcely a day passed without duels being fought at the Oaks'. Dueling had been outlawed two years before under the death penalty (if a death resulted) but it was seldom enforced.  This week in Louisiana. Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge 480 Richland Place Monroe, LA 71203 Open daily from sunrise to sunset Website: fws.gov/refuge/black-bayou-lake Email: blackbayoulake@fws.gov Phone: (318) 387‑1114 March is one of the best months to visit Black Bayou Lake, with mild temperatures, active wildlife, and early spring blooms along the trails and boardwalks: Boardwalk Trail: A scenic walk over the cypress‑studded lake, ideal for birdwatching and photography. Visitor Center & Nature Exhibits: Located in a restored plantation house with hands‑on displays. Wildlife Viewing: Frequent sightings of herons, egrets, turtles, and alligators in their natural habitat. Postcards from Louisiana. Sporty's Brass Band. 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.