Podcasts about Mardi Gras

In our unzipping of the third episode of Ron and Holly, we dive2 into the awkward, exhilarating, and sometimes noisy world of swinging, unzipping their evolving perspectives on the lifestyle. We kick things off by reflecting on their first-time play experiences, exploring whether that initial plunge is always a clumsy affair or if familiarity with partners can smooth the way. From the cringe-inducing moments of early encounters to the surprising comfort found in knowing your playmates beforehand, we share candid insights on how our opinions have shifted, proving that the swinger scene is as much about connection as it is about chemistry. The episode takes a spicy turn as they dish on the cacophony of loud, performative sex echoing from other playrooms, sparking both laughter and critique. We tackle the art of curating the perfect group for a night of fun, emphasizing that the right mix of people can make or break the vibe! From navigating awkward moments to chasing redemption in the heat of the night, we keep it light but real, touching on the discomforts and thrills of the lifestyle. With pool parties and underwater antics teased for future episodes, this installment leaves listeners eager for more unfiltered swinger tales. Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can! After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.  

Looking for a Disney resort that's charming, cozy, and easy to get around? Then you're going to love today's episode of the Dream Wish Plan Podcast! We're diving into Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort, the smallest of the moderate resorts and a fan favorite for families who want laid-back vibes with a little Mardi Gras magic. In this episode, I'll cover:

Sidekick brings a fine Chinese beer to review on this broadcast. This was a fun and upbeat show.  Topics include: top of the show callers, ball game food, hot dogs, beer review, eye exams to drive, Mountain Dew, Snow Beer, 99 Ranch Market, China, TikTak videos, beers around the world, Dust Bowl Hazy IPA, hyper night, Chinese Mountain Dew, caffeine, Home Hair Transplant, crack room ratings, Coors Banquet Beer, Corona, New Orleans, Mardi Gras, Emoji Movie, VHS Watch Party With Uncle, growing audience, 23 and Me, genetic data, value of data, X, government hour encroachment

Age of Transitions and Uncle 9-26-2025AoT#476Aaron and Chuck have a conversation about foreign influence campaigns. Getting beyond confirmation bias is a real stumbling block when it comes to this topic. Topics include: Revolve, esoteric side to transhumanism, old days of Truth Movement, conspiracy and fringe topics exploited by establishment, early days of podcasting, alternative media scene infiltration, politicized narratives, JFK research, video project, non linear editing, hippies to yuppies, T Snyder, Lauren Southern This Is Not Real Life book, White Noise documentary, right wing commentary and influencers, signal boosting, Tenet Media, Russian influence operations, money sources obscured to creators, just another job, pushed by algorithms, destruction of America, dark alchemical side of conspiracy culture, confluence of interests, divide and conquer schemes, multiple goals, other foreign influence operations, other media outlets that fell at the same time as Tenet, Falun Gong, Rob Schneider and Adam Sandler, Epoch Times, possible Chinese intelligence connection, glomming onto MAGA narratives, organ harvesting story, cults, controlled opposition, Shen Yun dance show, James Jesus Angleton, counter intelligence, pigeon holed partisan views on influence opsUtp#383Sidekick brings a fine Chinese beer to review on this broadcast. This was a fun and upbeat show. Topics include: top of the show callers, ball game food, hot dogs, beer review, eye exams to drive, Mountain Dew, Snow Beer, 99 Ranch Market, China, TikTak videos, beers around the world, Dust Bowl Hazy IPA, hyper night, Chinese Mountain Dew, caffeine, Home Hair Transplant, crack room ratings, Coors Banquet Beer, Corona, New Orleans, Mardi Gras, Emoji Movie, VHS Watch Party With Uncle, growing audience, 23 and Me, genetic data, value of data, X, government hour encroachmentFRANZ MAIN HUB:https://theageoftransitions.com/PATREONhttps://www.patreon.com/aaronfranzUNCLEhttps://unclethepodcast.com/ORhttps://theageoftransitions.com/category/uncle-the-podcast/FRANZ and UNCLE Merchhttps://theageoftransitions.com/category/support-the-podcasts/---BE THE EFFECTEmergency help for Ochelli and The NetworkMrs.OLUNA ROSA CANDLEShttp://www.paypal.me/Kimberlysonn12 new Social Media experimentsBLUESKYhttps://bsky.app/profile/ochelli.bsky.socialTRUTH SOCIALhttps://truthsocial.com/@Ochelli---NOVEMBER IN DALLAS LANCER CONFERENCEDISCOUNT FOR YOU10 % OFF code = Ochelli10https://assassinationconference.com/Coming SOON Room Discount Details The Fairmont Dallas hotel 1717 N Akard Street, Dallas, Texas 75201BE THE EFFECTListen/Chat on the Sitehttps://ochelli.com/listen-live/TuneInhttp://tun.in/sfxkxAPPLEhttps://music.apple.com/us/station/ochelli-com/ra.1461174708Ochelli Link Treehttps://linktr.ee/chuckochelliAnything is a blessing if you have the meansWithout YOUR support we go silent.---NOVEMBER IN DALLAS LANCER CONFERENCEDISCOUNT FOR YOU10 % OFF code = Ochelli10https://assassinationconference.com/Coming SOON Room Discount Details The Fairmont Dallas hotel 1717 N Akard Street, Dallas, Texas 75201. easy access to Dealey Plaza

We dive back into the electric world of Las Vegas with Ron and Holly, unzipping the juicy details of their second appearance on from Season 1, Episode 14. Holly steals the spotlight with her wild tales of uninhibited Vegas nights, where fun takes center stage, leaving safety-conscious Ron on edge, waiting for that crucial “I'm okay” text. The episode explores the highs and lows of their adventures, from boundary-pushing moments at clubs to unexpected experiences in the couples room, all while navigating the complexities of respect, communication, and trust in their dynamic. The conversation takes a deeper turn as Ron reflects on feeling disrespected by Holly's lack of communication, which Nessa is likening to parenting concerns, while Holly owns up to a big regret from her no-rules approach. They tackle topics like the challenges of going solo to a club, the reality of experiences not matching movie-like fantasies, and the absence of an exit word in their encounters. With humor and candor, the episode wraps up with a surprising discussion on glory hole rules and a lighthearted nod to even wilder recent experiences, leaving listeners buzzing about the couple's evolving journey. Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can! After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

Bienvenue à La Nouvelle-Orléans !!La ville la plus française d'Amérique.Une ville qui doit tout à un homme qui s'appelait Jean-Baptiste et qui avait des tatouages de serpent.Une ville qui a inventé le jazz, et aussi quelques cocktails.Une ville qui a popularisé la fête de Mardi Gras, et qui aime se coucher tard.Une ville qui a plein de surnoms, mais celui qu'on préfère c'est THE BIG EASY.Dans cet épisode, vous pourrez croiser Charles de Gaulle, Brad Pitt, des perruques, des ouragans et des maisons hantées Pour en savoir plus, une seule adresse, le podcast Fifty States !Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Our guest today is Chad Sonnier, Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) for Lafayette Parish. With over four decades of service in fire protection and emergency response, Chad Sonnier brings unmatched experience to the role of coordinating disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts across federal, state, and local agencies, nonprofits, and the private sector. "I was 18 years old, hired to be in the fire service and helping people in their time of need. It is something I've really become accustomed to, and I couldn't imagine doing anything else. I mean, people call 911 at their worst time of day or worst time in their life, and, we're there to help them, that's what we're there for." Chad served as City of Scott's Fire Chief before being named to his current post. He had served with the Lafayette Fire Department for years before his appointment with the City of Scott. Over the course of his career, Chad has worked as a hazmat technician, fire engineer, fire coordinator, and hazmat chief. In 2020, he was inducted into the Louisiana Fire Chiefs Hall of Fame—a testament to his lifelong passion for public safety. “Helping people is my passion. I couldn't imagine doing anything else,” Chad Sonnier shares. A Newly Formed Office The department was officially created in 2024 by Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet, who recognized the growing federal and state mandates in emergency management and the need to keep her community safe. It now operates independently of 911 services, with a broader scope that includes emergency responses to events such as hurricanes, mass gatherings like Mardi Gras, hazardous material accidents, and unexpected “no-notice” events such as train derailments. This year in 2025, for the first time, Lafayette's Emergency Operations Center partially activated its services during Mardi Gras. Agencies including fire, police, Acadian Ambulance, local hospitals, and even federal partners like the FBI and ATF, worked side by side to ensure public safety. “When you're face to face in the same room, communications are so much better,” Chad explains. Beyond Hurricanes: Preparedness in Action While hurricanes are top of mind for many residents, Chad addressed the wide range of emergencies his office addresses to help those most in need: Warming and cooling centers – Established for residents without reliable heating or air conditioning, with help from partners such as Catholic Charities, Red Cross, and even private companies like Stines, which donated large cooling fans. Volunteer organizations – Hundreds of volunteers with local nonprofits and faith-based groups (VOADs) play an essential role in long-term recovery. These groups often provide building supplies, roof repairs, and mold remediation for families still suffering from past storms. College partnerships – Student-athletes contribute required service hours by assisting disaster victims, creating meaningful community connections. Chad reflects, “I was taken aback by how many people are willing to help, especially in Lafayette Parish. If it wasn't for these nonprofits, I don't know where a lot of people would be today.” Planning Ahead and Responding Fast Chad contrasts his years as a firefighter—where speed and immediate action are critical—with the long-term strategic planning required in his current role. Chad Sonnier served as Fire Chief of the City of Scott for 23 years His office scripts hurricane responses a week in advance of landfall, but also prepares in advance for sudden emergencies that occur without warning. “No-notice events” like hazardous material spills require rapid mobilization of shelters, water, food, and safe housing, often within an hour to ninety minutes. Recreation centers, the Cajundome, and other facilities are pre-designated as shelters or reunification centers,

Arthur Hardy, whose "Mardi Gras Guide" made him the absolute authority on all things Carnival, is hanging it up next year after half a century in publishing

Arthur Hardy is retiring this coming Mardi Gras. So we go up close and personal with him and hear his story and what's next for him.

* Arthur Hardy is retiring this coming Mardi Gras. So we'll go up close and personal with him and hear his story and what's next for him * Tommy and JR go over Tommy's Weekend Winners

* What to know about the Saints offense vs. the Seahawks defense * Will LSU/Southeastern be a get right game for the Tigers offense? * Arthur Hardy is retiring after this upcoming Mardi Gras * How is work on the new Sewerage & Water Board substation going? * What to know about the Saints defense vs. the Seahawks offense * How Billy Nungesser is trying to convince Canadians to vist New Orleans

This week on Hump Day Quickies, we rewind to season 1, episode 11, revisiting Ron and Holly's first visit to the “sexpartment.” The episode dives into their unconventional journey, exploring how a threesome helped them heal from infidelity, alongside discussions about “relationship chicken” and the thrills of people-watching at a sex club. From Ron's quip about not claiming to be the best without delivering to their playful challenge of naming three Beatles, the couple's chemistry keeps the conversation lively and engaging. The episode also touches on deeper themes, like the validation of hearing others compliment your partner's allure, and teases unanswered questions about Holly's past infidelity and a threesome with the wife of the man she cheated on Ron with, leaving listeners hungry for more context. Ron and Holly's vibrant presence extends beyond the podcast, as they're now lighting up X with their new account, mooseymcmooseface, where they're incredibly active. The episode wraps with a fun nod to their outfits, adding a flirty flair to their candid reflections. Packed with humor, heart, and a touch of mystery, this revisit sparks curiosity and sets the stage for deeper discussions.  And did someone say Vegas??? Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can! After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

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Matthew 28:16-20Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshiped him, but they doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. We are party deprived. That's the argument Ellen Cushing makes in a wonderful little article in The Atlantic earlier this year. On any given weekend or holiday, only 4% of Americans hosted or attended a social event. Polling shows most people like the idea of parties, but nobody wants to host them. Maybe that sounds familiar.None of this should surprise us. More than any other time in modern history, adults spend less time with friends and more time alone—and we're strangely okay with it. In fact, we often prefer it. Confined to our couches, transfixed by our phones, feeding on the stories our screens serve us. Simply put: we need more parties.And yes, that's part of my response to today's question: is the church a mission center or a social club? This is the second-to-last week of our Asking for a Friend series. And we have covered lots of big topics. But today the question is both what should the church with a capital C—the universal body of Christ across all time and space—be, but also the lowercase c church: Cross of Grace. What are we? A mission center or a social club?Someone was looking at the list of questions a couple weeks ago and began laughing out loud. Oh no, I thought, we made a typo. But then they turned to me and said “who's preaching on the 14th?”. I lied and said I don't know because depending on why they laughed I might have changed it. But this person said well because it'll be the easiest answer of them all. I said “why is that?” and they said because the answer is yes!It is both a mission center and a social club. I'm sure many of you think so, too. But if I had to guess, most would say the church needs to be a mission center:the place that equips, educates, empowers, and then sends out not just people but disciples to share the gospel in word and deed. That's what Jesus commands in the Great Commission: Go, baptize, make disciples.Here at Cross of Grace, that language is familiar. Nearly 25 years ago, when we were just getting started in the school and knocking on doors, we called ourselves a mission center—even without a building. It's also why we call ourselves Partners in Mission, not members. Members join to consume. Think wellness center, country club, or book club. But partners engage to participate. And this mission of sharing the grace of Jesus Christ, with no strings attached, depends on your participation.It just so happens that church is also a social club. And sometimes we feel guilty about that—like fellowship is less important than mission, or just a by-product of “real” church work. But here's the problem: too often we treat mission and worship like consumers. We show up, get what we think we need, and leave. That makes faith transactional—something we “use” to make ourselves better.So maybe the real question is: should mission always come first, and fellowship second? I don't think so. I don't think that's what the Bible shows us, either. Which is why today I want to come to the defense of church as a social club, because fellowship is not secondary. It's essential.Keep in mind, when we talk about church as a mission center or social club, we're talking in metaphors. And metaphors are helpful—they give us new ways of seeing something familiar. But no single metaphor ever tells the whole story. Take the old saying that the church is a “hospital for sinners.” It sounds good, but if we lean on it too hard, church becomes just a place you visit when you're sick, get patched up, and leave until the next problem. Every metaphor has limits. Whether we call the church a hospital, a mission center, a social club, or one of the thousand other metaphors we use. At best, they point us toward the deeper truth: the church is a community of flawed people, gathered by God, given the gift of grace in Jesus Christ.This gift of grace doesn't just forgive us; it transforms us. It places us in relationship with God, and that changes who we are. As Isaiah says, we become a light that reveals the source of our gift, a lens that offers a new way of seeing the world. We become liberators for those held down by oppression. That is what Jesus did, and that becomes our mission too—not because we have to, but because we can't help but share what we ourselves have received.But that kind of work is never easy. It is hard, long, dangerous, and exhausting. Which is why the grace of God doesn't just send us out—it also gathers us in. It gives us each other. Because if we're going to live into this mission for any length of time, we will need fellowship.That's exactly what we see in Acts. After hearing Peter proclaim the grace of Jesus, the people were moved. But notice what they did next: they didn't scatter to form food pantries or community centers. Instead, they devoted themselves to eating and praying together. In just five verses, Acts gives us five reminders of the early church's desire simply to be with one another. Fellowship wasn't an afterthought, and it didn't come after mission. The two rose up together, side by side, as the Spirit's gift to the church.To me, the bigger miracle of Pentecost wasn't that people suddenly spoke in languages they had never learned. The real miracle was that people actually wanted to be with one another. Can you imagine such a thing in the year of our Lord 2025? Fellowship be damned—we'd rather be alone. Or maybe the deeper truth is we don't really know how to be together anymore. And that's exactly why I want to defend the Church—this church—as a social club for this moment in time. Because if we don't know how to be together, then practicing fellowship is the mission. At a time when political violence is rising, when fear of our neighbors is the default, when anxiety and loneliness feel normal—and we're largely okay with that—the work the church is called to right now is fellowship itself.And if you think that's not biblical, Jesus should did spend a lot of time eating and drinking with people… so much so that he was known as a glutton and a drunk. And the people weren't just his disciples, but those who were different from him in every imaginable way.Maybe if we spent more time together, if we ate and drank more together, if we learned how to talk and listen to one another, if we began to see the image of God in each person, we wouldn't feel the need to tear each other apart over political disagreements. I know that's an over simplification, but I also believe it's true. What's really happening at our social gatherings—brew club, Mardi Gras, Oktoberfest, moms' night, or anything else—is that the grace of Jesus Christ is shaping us. It's teaching us to be a people who want to be together.This desire is not soft sentimentality. It's the work of the Spirit: forming in us a determination to care for our neighbors and seek their good, even when they are different, indifferent, or opposed to us. Grace gives us the desire—and the courage—to be in the company of one another. And when we do, we begin to see the face of God in every person, whether a Partner in Mission, a neighbor, a friend, a Democrat, a Republican, a president, pundit, and more.The Church is constantly reforming how we meet the needs of our neighbors and the world around us. Right now that looks like more parties and more fellowship—especially with people who don't look, act, think, believe, or behave like us. Yet, what never changes is what we offer. The church, this church, always offers the grace of Jesus, with no strings attached. We offer it at the font, at the table, through the resources we share, and yes, through the fellowship that binds us together in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Jimmy Knowles, Global Head of Experiential at Canva, joins Amanda Ma, CEO and Founder of Innovate Marketing Group, to explore how creativity and play fuel brand success. From bold ideas to community-driven events, Jimmy shares how experiential activations are transforming the way global brands connect and grow.About the guest:Jimmy Knowles leads Global Experiential Marketing at Canva, where he designs culture-driven experiences that bring communities together worldwide. He spearheaded Canva Create, the flagship event that drew 2.5M registrants in April 2025, and launched Canva's first Developer Conference, Canva Extend. Jimmy has helped Canva shine on global stages from Mardi Gras to Cannes Lions, elevating the brand for over 250 million users.Before Canva, Jimmy spent a decade at CIVIC Entertainment Group, producing award-winning campaigns for Airbnb, Disney, and Meta, including the Grand Ex Award-winning Airbnb Open 2016. A proud Ithaca College alum, Jimmy now calls Los Angeles home after years on the East Coast.Follow Jimmy on LinkedIn!EventUp is brought to you by Innovate Marketing Group. An award-winning Corporate Event and Experiential Marketing Agency based in Los Angeles, California. Creating Nationwide Immersive Event Experiences to help brands connect with people. Learn more here!At Innovate Marketing Group, we've curated a collection of free resources designed to help you elevate your events and marketing efforts. Whether you're planning a company retreat or navigating the latest event trends, our tools, reports, and checklists are here to support your success and keep you at the forefront of innovation. Access them here!Follow us!Find us on ⁠⁠LinkedIn and Instagram and catch our latest episodes on the EventUp Podcast!

This week we dive into a role-played lifestyle coaching session with Lauren Hayes, exploring the rollercoaster of emotions that come with navigating lifestyle choices. From emotional sovereignty to the challenges of lifestyle compromises, Lauren guides us through the complexities of managing feelings like joy, sadness, and jealousy. We discuss the power of “parts work,” drawing parallels to the movie Inside Out, to understand how our inner characters shape our experiences. Lauren's insights on using “I felt when” statements instead of “you made me feel” offer a fresh perspective on emotional communication, while her recommendation to revisit rules and boundaries before dating separately provides practical tools for smoother transitions. Though this session was a blend of real issues we've heard from others, the role-play format kept things light, don't worry, we're not actual role-players!

Happy to be with you for another OMN Coffeeshop Conversation. I'm Tom D'Antoni at my desk in NW Portland. At the controls in NE Portland studioblue…all lower case…all one word is Paul K Ward without whom Coffeeshop Conversations wouldn't exist in its present form. As Dr. John would say, A big round of ammunition for Paul. And along with hin is our guest today, Jim Friscia, from an organization called Swan Songs, musical last wishes. What's that? That's what we're here to find out. Jim was one of the founders of Portland's own Mardi Gras Krewe The Missti Krewe of Nimbus Which makes merry every Mardi Gras. And we are still trying to have lunch at that Sicilian restaurant…what was it again Jim? And what do you recommend?

Join Jordan, Commish, Pitt Girl, Lord of the Spreadsheets Kevin, and Beth, along with our VP of Podcast Production Arthur. We review a wild Week 2, Ohio over WVU, New Mexico State over Tulsa, the Non Con Conference banger between UVA and NC State, Hawaii never taking the foot off the gas, Missouri State wins, UNLV and UCLA, BC and Michigan State Double OT, North Texas and Wester Michigan OT, classic UConn & Syracuse with end game sprints, the Border War, El Assico CyHawk fun, the VAUNTED VNADY OFFENSE, Army's Boa Constrictor is back, Battle of I-35 bange, Tulane wins Mardi Gras, Oregon State not so special teams, Mississippi State's win and fake pull down of the goalposts? Baylor's wild comeback, oh no Oklahoma State, Jax State, LSU's 66 year old freshman, THICC SIX, ULM'S PUNTER MACKENZIE RYAN'S TACKLE HEARD ROUND THE WORLD, BRYANT, LIU, LAMAR, UTRGV 2-0,THE... BLUE... HOSE, South Dakota State & Montana State Double OT, D3 ADRIANNNNNNN and much, much more!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In this week's episode, Lauren Hayes, an author, podcast host, and swinging lifestyle coach, joins host G to share her vibrant journey in the swinging and ethical non-monogamy (ENM) world. From her start as a coach to her book For Better or Even Better (cue the drinking game every time G says “book”!), Lauren dishes on spicy moments like a poly friend's flirtation, navigating “vibes,” and flaky Vegas connections. They also dive into newbie dynamics, the evolution of bedroom talk, and the bold ENM questions she fields on her website. The conversation gets deep as Lauren discusses swingers falling in love, the poly community's reactions, and whether love can be controlled. From unexpected bar run-ins to announcing when you're not playing, Lauren's stories highlight the humor, heart, and challenges of the lifestyle. The episode wraps with a teaser for next week's coaching focus, leaving listeners hooked on her candid insights and wild tales. Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can! After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

The cannabis industry in Mississippi is experiencing low demand, and steep competition. Lawmakers are considering how to address the issue.Then, the recent Overdose Awareness Day draws attention to the importance of mental health care in treating addiction. A closer look ahead.Plus, Hurricane Katrina dealt a blow to Amtrak service on the coast, ending it for 20 years. Now, Amtrak is back with the Mardi Gras route. We'll take a ride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

* Another day, another looming government shutdown. Congress has until the end of the month to agree on a new funding bill. Will they? * Jefferson Parish dropped three parades from its Mardi Gras schedule amid a “clean up” of rules. Plus there's a big Causeway road widening project

Jefferson Parish dropped three parades from its Mardi Gras schedule amid a “clean up” of rules. We get the details on that - and a road widening project for Causeway Blvd. - from Councilmember Hans Liljeberg

This isn't the first time Scott has spoken out about the homophobia that goes on in the AFL, but this time enough is enough. The blatant inconsistency with each penalty applied to players who use homophobic slurs is beyond ridiculous, and change needs to happen NOW! If you or anyone you know is struggling, you can reach out to these organisations:Lifeline - 13 11 14Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636Fullstop Australia - 1800 385 578AFL INCIDENTS TIMELINE:Alastair Clarkson: fined $20,000 and given a suspended ban for using a homophobic slur during a pre-season match vs St Kilda (March 2024). Fox SportsJeremy Finlayson (Port Adelaide): 3-game suspension for homophobic slur in Round 4 vs Essendon (April 2024). AFL.com.auWil Powell (Gold Coast Suns): 5-game suspension after QClash vs Brisbane, Round 8 (May 2024). ABC NewsLance Collard (St Kilda, VFL): 6-game suspension (mid-2024, VFL match). The AgeRiak Andrew (Sydney Swans): 5-week suspension in Round 6 vs Carlton (May 2025). Herald SunJack Graham (West Coast): 4-game suspension in Round 10 vs Fremantle (June 2025). Fox SportsIzak Rankine (Adelaide): 4-game suspension, reduced from 5, for slur against a Collingwood opponen in Round 23 (August 2025). The Guardian, AFL Statement RESEARCH & STATS:LGBTQIA+ people are 4–5 times more likely to attempt suicide.80% of young queer Australians report verbal abuse.Homophobic language is the most common form of abuse in sport.(La Trobe University, Writing Themselves In 4 Report, 2021) Download Report PDF AFL LEADERSHIP QUOTES:AFL CEO Andrew Dillon (2024):“No, I don't think we do [have a problem with homophobia]. But I think language of the type that has been used is not acceptable in any forum, let alone the footy field.”ABC NewsLiana Brown, Chair of AFL Pride and Allies Network, in the AFL LGBTQI+ Inclusion Action Plan:“It is the AFL's responsibility as custodians of the game to do everything that it can to ensure that all participants are safe within our environments.” AFL LGBTQI+ Inclusion Action Plan (PDF) SPONSORS & ZERO TOLERANCE:Coles Group: Diversity & Inclusion Policy → “Discrimination, harassment or bullying based on sexual orientation or gender identity is not tolerated.” Termination is a consequence. Coles Group PolicyTelstra: Code of Conduct → “Breaches may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.” Telstra Code of ConductVirgin Australia (CEO Dave Emerson): Workplace policy → violations of anti-discrimination policy can result in termination. Strong public LGBTQ+ allyship (Mardi Gras sponsorship). Virgin Australia Diversity PolicyNAB: Human Rights Policy → “We will not tolerate discrimination in our workplaces.” NAB Human Rights Policy SNOOP DOGG:On It's Giving podcast, mocking same-sex parents in Pixar's Lightyear:“I'm like, oh s—, I didn't come in for this s—, I just came to watch the goddamn movie. So that's like, f— me. I'm scared to go to the movies now, like y'all throwing me in the middle of s— that I don't have an answer for.”News.com.auMEDIA ALLIES & COMMENTATORS:Kate McCarthy (ABC Radio) — called out AFL's “zero tolerance inconsistency.”Gerard Whateley (SEN) — described Rankine's reduced ban as a “failure of leadership.”Rebecca Shaw (The Guardian) - “Slurs aren't just words, they wound.”The Herald Sun, Page 13 - argued for serious treatment of slurs.The Australian - criticised AFL's “tick-a-box” culture on inclusion.The Daily Aus Podcast - openly supportive.Words Matter Podcast - Georgie Tunnie & Abbey Gelmi - openly supportive.Brendan Fevola, Dan's Footy - openly supportive.Caroline Wilson - 3AWIan Roberts - 10NEWS+ LINKS:Follow us @lukeandsassyscott on Tiktok and InstagramGet involved in the podcast by sending in your voice notes to @lukeandsassyscottpodcast on Instagram CREDITS:Hosts: Luke O'Halloran and Scott O'HalloranProduction: EarsayManager & Sales: Mushroom Group

New Orleans isn't just about beignets and brass bands—it's a test case for how hotels handle unpredictable demand. I spoke with Ken Jacques, GM of Le Meridien New Orleans, which is operated by Stonebridge, about how he's planning for 2026 and what it really takes to run a hotel in a city built on events. Here's what stood out: Hotels can't just copy last year's budget — they're recalibrating daily Events like Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and UFC change everything for revenue planning Instinct plays as big a role as spreadsheets when forecasting demand International travel remains a wild card that could shake up results New Orleans is seeing its cleanest, safest stretch in decades—and that's great for business Ken pulls back the curtain on hotel strategy giving me new perspective on how leaders adapt in real time. Special thanks to Actabl: Actabl gives you the power profit. Visit them at Actabl.com. #NoVacancyNews #Hospitality

Jayson from That Other Lifestyle Podcast is back, and this episode is a wild ride through the highs and lows of the lifestyle! We dive into the world of newbie hunters, cherry-popping couples, and the frustrations of ghosting, while Jayson dishes on why bold moves like “whipping it out” can tank the vibe. From navigating adult friendships to the art of “reverse dating” and keeping expectations low, we cover the juicy details of what makes the lifestyle tick, with plenty of laughs and real talk along the way. The conversation gets personal as we explore the challenges of being a single guy in the scene, the importance of testing, and whether post-play meals ease the awkwardness or make it worse. Jayson shares his philosophy on building meaningful connections, why lifestyle friends might feel “lesser,” and how to approach telling family about your choices. Tune in for an unfiltered, fun, and insightful episode that's perfect for anyone curious about the lifestyle—whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro! Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can! After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

Frequent floods blight the poorest neighbourhoods of New Orleans but the residents are fighting back, one yard at a time. Physicist Helen Czerski joins the team behind the Front Yard Initiative as they strive to keep the Big Easy safe and dry, 20 years after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.When Katrina hit New Orleans in August 2005, the levees broke, 800,000 residents were forced out and 1800 people died. $14bn was spent on concrete and steel to rebuild the defences but the city still floods regularly. This water isn't coming from the Mississippi River sealed behind the new defences, it's coming from the skies. Sudden, violent rainstorms are becoming more frequent and the city's low income districts have notoriously inefficient drainage systems. The water lands on concrete and asphalt and quickly overwhelms the drains.The team behind the Front Yard Initiative is working, block by block, to help residents beat the floods by turning broken concrete into rainwater gardens. Native flowers and cheap, simple engineering are helping to transform neighbourhoods and attract new residents to the battered but beautiful home of jazz, gumbo and Mardi Gras.Image: An example of a front yard made into a rainwater garden, pictured with the owner and team behind front yard initiative. Credit: Alasdair Cross

We head to the Gulf Coast to ride the first revenue service of Amtrak's brand new Mardi Gras train, connecting Mobile to New Orleans for the first time since Hurricane Katrina devastated the region in 2005.• Chris travels to his hometown of Mobile to document this historic service restoration• The Mardi Gras service acknowledges Mobile as the birthplace of North American Mardi Gras, predating New Orleans by 16 years• Hurricane Katrina destroyed rail infrastructure along the Gulf Coast, ending passenger service for two decades• The train makes four stops in Mississippi: Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport, and Bay St. Louis• Local residents gather at stations and along the tracks to witness and celebrate the historic return of passenger rail• The restoration represents the final chapter in the region's recovery from Hurricane KatrinaIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to Transit Tangents, leave us a rating, and share with your friends. Send us a textSupport the show

Jasmine Sherni went from ICU nurse to porn's fastest-rising star almost overnight  and her story is incredible. In this interview, she shares what it was like growing up Jewish/Muslim in small-town Louisiana, how she discovered kink and play parties, and why her viral Bollywood Tale scene changed everything.We also talk about her first DVP, navigating cultural stigma, her love for Mardi Gras, and why she'll always embrace being from the “island of misfit toys.” Jasmine is funny, raw, and completely unfiltered you're going to love her. ________________________________________________________ Support our show by supporting our sponsors! BlueChew is a unique online service that delivers the same active ingredients as Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra -- but in CHEWABLE tablets and at a fraction of the cost! Try BlueChew for FREE, just pay $5 in shipping when you use code HOLLY at https://bluechew.com Ready to score some exclusive deals? Head over to https://linktr.ee/HollyAds and treat yourself — because who doesn't love a little VIP hookup?  Our Sponsor, FLESHLIGHT, helps you reach new heights in self-pleasure. It's the world's #1 selling male sex toy. Use code 10HOLLY at fleshlight.sjv.io/HollyRandallUnfiltered  Hit up linktr.ee/HollyAds for exclusive deals, spicy discounts, and perks so good your wallet might blush.  Visit HollyLinks.com for access to all of Holly's platforms! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/holly-randall-unfiltered--6630320/support.Watch the uncut/uncenored versions with bonus Q&As exclusively on Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/c/hollyrandallunfilteredFind me on all social media platforms -  HollyLinks.com Hit up linktr.ee/HollyAds for exclusive deals, spicy discounts, and perks so good your wallet might blush.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/holly-randall-unfiltered--6630320/support.

In this episode of Hump Day Quickies, we sit down with Jayson from That Other Lifestyle to explore the wild, wonderful, and sometimes challenging world of swinging. We kick things off with a nod to bananas foster… yes, that decadent dessert somehow sets the stage for a night of adventure??? Jayson shares his journey, starting with why he and his wife opted for a no-swap approach initially and how she eventually took the lead in their explorations. Their first separate room experience was a thrilling milestone, leaving them both feeling good but sparking new questions about navigating the lifestyle. We dive into the nitty-gritty, from Jayson's first squirt experience (and the surprise of no warning, should that be a thing?) to the realities of second rounds and the pressure to perform. Jayson gets shares the “bus rule” (a must-hear concept where both partners' performance is key) and the stop rule, emphasizing the importance of being direct with your boundaries. We also tackle the “must get hard” pressure and the internalization of performance challenges. The episode touches on the newbie experience and ask “when does a newbie stop being a newbie?” and the sweet realization that thinking of your partner can ground you amidst the chaos. Jayson reflects on the “hoe phase” (or phases!) and the importance of prioritizing your partner, even when the pressure is on. We also discuss whether separate rooms might complicate things for newcomers and how to know when your rules truly matter. While we don't deliver direct advice, there's so much to learn from these stories. We even discuss if sex is really just 10% of the lifestyle! Jayson wraps up by plugging his podcast, That Other Lifestyle. Tune in for laughs, insights, and a few “oh, wow” moments that'll spice up your midweek! Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can!   After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

Protests outside the offices of U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith call for guardrails on national spending cuts. Additional concerns are being raised about a viral comment made by Senator Wicker.Then, Social Security turns 90. We hear from the AARP of Mississippi about what the program does for folks in the state.Plus, Hurricane Katrina pummeled the Gulf Coast, ending Amtrak service. Now, 20 years later, the wheels are finally rolling again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian was a guest on the inaugural run of the Amtrak "Mardi Gras Service" run to Mobile and back, and brothers and sisters, that rocked

This week Trevor, Tom, and Jenn navigate through choppy waters of cruise news! We're discussing Carnival's big moves with the Mardi Gras switching to shorter Bahamas runs from Port Canaveral in 2027, plus exciting details about the new Carnival Jubilee's music-inspired zones. Find out why Diana Ross backed out of being Star of the Seas' godmother with just days to spare, and how Tropical Storm Aaron might affect current sailings.We also cover MSC's massive expansion into Texas and the Caribbean with 7 ships, the concerning waterslide incident on Icon of the Seas that left a passenger injured, and Royal Caribbean's controversial new drink package policy that affects everyone - even pregnant passengers! Plus, listener messages from Brandon and Tim, including news about Disney Wonder leaving Australia.Join us for technical difficulties, kitten attacks, and Jenn's legendary lag as we sail through this week's cruise updates!Speakpipe Link because if I dont post this then Brando shames me :( https://www.speakpipe.com/CarnivalCruisingPodcastaways

We're back from Naughty N'awlins 2025, spilling the tea on our spicy adventure! We tackled our naughty lists—think elevator blow jobs, strap-on assists, and skipping in the parade. Did G confused Disney guests with kisses and play with new partners. Did Nessa have any bartender makeouts and daytime quickies, but the fun was nonstop? We dive into swinger support groups for navigating the lifestyle's highs and lows. Reid Mihalko and Rina Star's workshops were a game-changer—communication tips and steamy demos we'll use again. Every Naughty trip is unique; you shape it with your vibe. The real magic? The people—open, kind, and unforgettable. Naughty's a family, and we can't wait for 2026! Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can!   After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

In this jam-packed episode diving into Naughty N'awlins day 4, we recap our partner swap sleepover with Nick and Elizabeth that finished off with sweet beignets. We head to the Boot Scooting Rodeo for a bit before a wardrobe change for the infamous day 4 foam party and the Swamp. The rain had us in a bit of a delay, but New Orleans kept us entertained! When we finally arrived at the foam party, we had a ton of fun including an unforgettable make-out session with another fan. We dive into the chaos of the legendary blow job line. Chris and Blake make a sexy appearance, and we spotlight the ever-awesome staff at The Swamp. After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more. Email your questions to Nessa here to be part of "Ask Nessa". Please subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. You can catch us on SLSRadio every Wednesday at 4pm Eastern Time. You can find tons of amazing lifestyle show on FullSwapRadio, including our show, Every Wednesday at 6:30pm and Midnight Eastern Time. We are now hosts on the Swinger Society Discord Server as well. If you have your own sexy stories, please call our hotline and share them with us and our audience. 844-4-Hump-Day If you have any questions for us, please email us at humpdayquickies@gmail.com Visit our website as well.  HumpDayQuickies.com Please follow us on all the social platforms: Twitter - HumpDayQuickies Instagram - HumpDayQuickies FaceBook - HumpDayQuickies TikTok - HumpDayQuickies We are adding new content as quickly as we can!   After a fun group dinner, the Mardi Gras party cranked things up before a steamy playroom experience with a Michigan couple turned up the heat even more.

Jessica Kirson joins the pod this week and nothing is off-limits—comedy bombs, sex clubs, Mardi Gras madness, and plane etiquette wars. Mark and Sam get into it with Jessica about hecklers, shady green rooms, wild Berlin stories, and what it really takes to kill at a comedy fest. Plus, they spiral into nepo baby gossip, SEAL Team Six conspiracies, and why teenagers might be the scariest people alive. Sponsored by:

In this powerful and heart-stirring message, Pastor Tim dives deep into Romans 15, unpacking what it truly means to live by faith — not just as belief, but as the final step in decision-making for God's new humanity. With a blend of humor, personal stories, and theological insight, he challenges us to examine our conscience, seek wisdom in community, and live lives shaped by intentional, Spirit-led action. This episode speaks directly to the heart of every believer wrestling with choices — big or small — and reminds us that the ultimate goal is not just personal freedom, but godly unity. From honoring educators to embracing our uniqueness in Christ, and from worship preferences to Mardi Gras debates, nothing is off the table. Key Themes: Faith vs. reason — are they really opposed? Welcoming others without demanding uniformity Making spirit-filled, Scripture-guided decisions Living for the glory of God and the good of our neighbors Takeaway: “Faith is not opposed to wisdom — it's the final step. And God calls us to a kind of love that slows down, considers others, and glorifies Him in everything we do.”

Do you remember the first time you stepped inside the Superdome? For some fans, that was quite a long time ago. Since then, some of the greatest events in sports have taken place there: football and basketball championships, boxing titles, big-time concerts, Mardi Gras extravaganzas, etc. In other words, there's plenty for Jim Derry and Times-Picayune and Advocate Saints editor Zach Ewing to talk about on Friday's Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 394) presented by Evangeline Securities. This comes ahead of Sunday's release of a special section celebrating 50 years of the Dome. Jim and Zach also have plenty to say on the media and fans already writing off quarterback Tyler Shough after just 10 days of practice and how some are saying Shedeur Sanders should have been drafted instead. Also, Gabe Henderson is here to share his thoughts on the Saints QB situation and the MLB trade deadline.

In Part 2, we pick up where we left off in Part 1. Carolyn and I talk about making decisions and intentionality vs. circumstance, need, and necessity. We then go on to talk more about Carolyn's lifelong love of sports. She shares the story of her maternal grandmother coming from The Philippines to live with them and how they'd watch games together. It was the days when, in much of the country, if you wanted to watch Major League Baseball, it was all Atlanta Braves, all the time (thanks to TBS, of course). Carolyn became a Braves fan, especially a fan of Dale Murphy. She watched football, too. She didn't watch the Giants on TV much, because every game wasn't televised in those days. But she could easily hop on Muni to see a game at Candlestick Park. Her dad often picked them up, showing up at the ballpark around the seventh inning, getting in free, and watching the end of the game with Carolyn and her friends and/or sisters. We go on a short sidebar about bundling up in San Francisco—at Candlestick and if you just wanted to go to the beach. In addition to Candlestick, she went to Warriors games a bit and also various sporting events at Cow Palace. Her dad learned how to bowl and would take his kids with him. We fast-forward a bit to hear about Carolyn's years in high school, when she went to the all-girl school Mercy High (which is now closed). Later, she took the same bus, the 29, to SF State that she had taken to Mercy. State was the only college she applied to. We talk a little about her decision not to leave San Francisco for school. In high school, she had decided that she wanted to be a sports writer. In fact, she aimed to become the first woman anchor at ESPN. We rewind a bit to talk about some of the journalism Carolyn did in high school. She had her own column in the school paper called “Off the Bench.” She shares a fun story of calling the Braves' front office to arrange for an interview with her favorite player—Murphy—the next time Atlanta rolled into town. In her third semester at SF State, Carolyn got pregnant. Around this time, she also took her first Asian-American Studies class, something that kicked in for her and stays with her to this day. She dove in head-first. I ask Carolyn whether and how much of that history her parents were aware of. She says that, for them, much of it was just things going on in their lives in the city they came to—things like the strike at SF State or the demonstrations at the I-Hotel in Manilatown. Learning more and more about the history of her people in the US lead Carolyn to confront her dad. “Why did you bring us here?” she'd ask. She ended up raising her first child, a mixed-race kid, as a single parent around this time in her life. She had figured that her son's dad would bring the kid the Blackness in his life, and she'd bring the Filipino-ness. Her own ideas of how best to raise the kid had to evolve, and they did, she says. She eventually returned to State and graduated. She lived in South City for a hot minute, held three jobs, and raised her son. She never felt that she couldn't leave The Bay. It was more, “Why would I?” Then, because if you know Carolyn Sideco, well, you know … then we talk about New Orleans. New Orleans is why and how Carolyn came into my life. My wife is borderline obsessed with The Crescent City. I'd been there some earlier in my life, growing up not too far away and having some Louisiana relatives. Erin and I spent three weeks in fall 2022 in a sublet in Bywater, Ninth Ward. That NOLA fever caught on for me then, and I'm hooked. Back home sometime after that, Carolyn came across Erin's radar. “There's a woman in San Francisco who seems to love New Orleans as much as I do and she has a house there!” Erin would tell me. In 2024, at a vegan Filipina pop-up at Victory Hall, we finally met this enigmatic woman. We ended up spending Mardi Gras this year at Carolyn's house in New Orleans—Kapwa Blue. “New Orleans has been calling me for about 20 years,” Carolyn says. One of her younger sisters lived there awhile. Her oldest son served in AmeriCorps there for three years and kept living in New Orleans four more. Carolyn and other members of her family visited often. This was around the time that Hurricane Katrina hit and devastated Southern Louisiana. A little more than a decade ago, Carolyn learned of the historical markers in the area that told the stories of Filipinos being the first Asians to settle in that part of the world. (Longtime listeners of Storied: SF might recall that Brenda Buenviaje hails from just across the Mississippi River from New Orleans.) As Carolyn learned more and more of the Filipino history in the region, that calling started to make more and more sense. Three years ago or so, her oldest son got married in New Orleans. That visit told Carolyn that she, too, could live there. Her husband devised a plan, and with some of Carolyn's cousins, they bought a house in the Musician's Village part of town, near the Ninth Ward—the aforementioned Kapwa Blue. They intended to bring that same sense of community her parents found and participated in back in San Francisco all those decades ago to their new neighborhood New Orleans. In addition to the house, Carolyn helped found tours of Filipino history in New Orleans and the surrounding area. Find them Bayou Barkada Instagram at @bayoubarkada Back in The City these days, Carolyn has her own sports consultancy called Coaching Kapwa (IG). “I call myself ‘Your sports relationship coach,'” she says. This means that she provides comfort and advice to anyone interacting with any of the various sports ecosystems. She aims to apply the idea of kapwa to an otherwise competition-driven sports landscape. We end the podcast (and the season) with Carolyn's interpretation of the theme of Storied: San Francisco, Season 7: Keep it local. She shares what that idea means for her here as well as how it pertains to her time in New Orleans. We'll be taking August off as far as new episodes go. I'll be busy putting together the first episodes of Season 8 and getting ready for the season launch party/art opening. “Every Kinda People” kicks off at Mini Bar on Sept. 4. That's also the theme of the next 20 or so episodes of this show. 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What Would You Do For Million Dollars?For the chance to score a seven-figure payday, 43% of Americans would ditch their romantic partner, according to a new survey.More than half (59%) would disappear and start a new life for a million bucks, while 41% would give up sex forever and 27% would marry someone they didn't love.Nearly half (46%) of the 2-thousand respondents would even participate in a real-life “Squid Game” competition for a shot at winning $33-million.⠀Wildest Things Kids Brought To School“A baby opossum — in his backpack that he found at the bus stop that morning.”“Sixth grader brought ‘brownies' and gave them to the ENTIRE grade level. There were students sitting against the walls on both sides of the hallway in the main office waiting to get interviewed by law enforcement.”“A life-sized cardboard cut-out of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We propped her up in the window of the door overnight and scared extended-care folks and the janitor.”“Fifth grader brought weeks-old Jello shots from Mardi Gras.”“A kitten he found on his walk to school.”“Aztec death whistle.”“An expired Twinkie they had found on the bathroom floor.”“First grader brought his mom's copy of ‘Kama Sutra' and asked me to read it to the class.”“All the rent money from a mom's purse.”“Student ... unzips hoodie to reveal a boa constrictor snuggled around her neck.”“Grandma's wig. The good one. Gave it to me for Christmas.”“Fuzzy handcuffs that she said her mom loves.”Kids Embarrassing Their Parents“I made the mistake of telling my kid that if he didn't eat, he wouldn't grow. He told a person with dwarfism in the checkout line at the store that they needed to eat so they would grow.”“My son at 5 years old dropped a deuce in the toilet display at Lowe's.”“Just paid for an item at Walmart and walked out without it in a bag. My kid said loudly, ‘Are you stealing that?? We have to pay!'”“My daughter would ask every man she saw if they were her dad. Me and her dad were, and still are, together. She saw him daily, she just insisted on asking every man .... she even asked people when her dad was with us.”“When my daughter was 4, we were having breakfast in a restaurant and she asked the elderly lady next to us why she wasn't in heaven yet.”“I told my son he couldn't eat chips until we got home. He responded loudly, ‘But Mom, we don't have a home.' We very much did, and everybody at the store started offering housing resources.”“Walked into Wendy's and my 2 and 1/2 year-old looks at a lady and said in her loud, squeaky voice, ‘That lady is OLD. She's going to die soon.' Every head turned to look at said woman. We did not eat at Wendy's that night.”“My 5-year-old son asked if the gas station guy with the turban was a genie.”“My son loved to fake drown at water parks.”“My son told the pediatrician when he was 7 or 8, ‘My mom doesn't make us wear seatbelt and we duck if we see a cop.' NEVER HAPPENED and I was so speechless, I couldn't even react.”“My daughter asked the .... cashier (who was missing some teeth) if she ever brushed her teeth before.”Second Date UpdateAmanda calls us about Eli. They went out for drinks in Mountain View after meeting online. She thought he was attractive and smart, and they had a few hours of great conversation. Now nothing.

Send us a textSPECIAL NOTE: SEASON 15 OF THE GOOD, THE POD AND THE UGLY CELEBRATES THE USE OF THE PRACTICAL AND DIGITAL EFFECT KNOWN AS THE SQUIB. IRL GUN VIOLENCE IS INTOLERABLE AND RENOUNCED BUT... CINEMATIC VIOLENCE WILL BE CELEBRATED IN A WAY WILL DISTURB SOME LISTENERS.   This week, a pleasant return to cinema gun violence (after last week's entry of Gus Van Sant's school shooter film Elephant) as TGTPTU covers John Woo's American directorial début HARD TARGÈT (1993). The pod's temporal pincer movement again gets fudged this pairing to bring to you a Lance Henriksen double feature (next week's The Terminator), skipping the late- and mid90s (good film, btw, but Jonah Hill uses no squibs in his 2018 directorial début so it won't be covered during Season 15) and Way of the Gun (covered in a future pairing and now's not the time or place for reactions).    Hard Targét features Jean-Claude Van Damme in the rôle of Chance Boudreaux, a spicy Cajun seamen stranded and out of work needing $$$ so he can pay dues to ship out again and a former military badass and nephew to Coonass bootlegger Uncle Clarence Douvée played by Wilford Brimley who enters over halfway through the film in an almost surprise cameo appearance that outstays its welcome until the happy ending in a Mardi Gras float storage facility deep in the bayou where the final standoff between gooddée JCVD against baddée Henriksen (playing an inflammable globetrotting businessman in the business of orchestrating homeless veteran hunts) results in his (Brimley's) seeming death only to be saved by his flask (yay!) but loses the last of his final stills batch (sad!) before the abrupt conclusion of the film. Oh, and there's a woman character played by Yancy Butler looking for her daddée, whom we learned was homeless and we learn was played by the writer of the film in its opening manhunting scene. If you haven't surmised, the plot is basically “The Most Dangerous Game” minus the island and Cossack and charm of the short story and adding in Woo's vision of a Western and JCVD's kicks (but, sadly, no splits).   The majority of Henrickson's performance in what was written and shot to be a two-hander was cut out (just like 70% of the digressions and Frenchifications in this week's Show Notes), allegedly, by JCVD who worked with his own editor because, at the fin de la journée, this is a JCVD film and il est “aware.” (For Francophiles, please search the video interview of JCVD entitled “Jean-Claude Van Damme ‘Aware'”.)  Listen this week to hear if host and Brimley fan Ryan will remained un-Woo'ed after seeing his Quaker Oats forever old riding a horse; see how easily host Tom is derailed by mention of Buffy the Vampire Slayer; and find out if any of Ken's conspiracy theories are what have gotten this podcast shadow banned yet again.    Core hosts (les deux daddées et un Zoomer) only this week as Jacque is with his stepmom and her Nugget League of Mayhem adding glitter bombs and confetti to their Mardi Gras float this week.THEME SONG BY: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Bluesky: @goodpodugly.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gLetterboxd (follow us!):Podcast: goodpoduglyKen: Ken KoralRyan: Ryan Tobias

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Welcome to this episode of Surviving Rocklahoma! In this show, host Adam Richmond brings you an exclusive interview with Josh Burner from the Terp Float Festival, talks about some major Rocklahoma giveaways, and features music from two awesome local bands! In this episode:Guest Interview: We sit down with Josh Burner to talk about the history of the Terp Float Festival, what to expect at this year's event, and how to stay safe in the heat.ROKAHOMA Updates: Get the details on a GA pass giveaway, the new "all camps" shirts, and the annual scavenger hunt!Featured Music: We play tracks from two incredible bands: City of the Week ("Moving Target") and the show debut of Zimmeroo ("Heaven Had to Do")!Giveaways: Find out how to win passes in the Rocklahoma Bitches' VIP contest and get this week's code word, "Mardi Gras," for your chance to win!Follow Us and Our Sponsors:Our Links: https://link.space/@SurvivingPhotography by Angel Lee: https://www.facebook.com/PhotographybyAngelLeeMetal Corps Clothing: https://metalcorpsclothing.bigcartel.com/category/surviving-rocklahomaTannenbaum Graphics: https://tannenbaum-graphics.printify.me/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/surviving-rocklahoma--4196214/support.

Not A-Fib :Inside New Orleans EMS's Body Worn Camera Program and Mass Casualty Response   In this episode of the Not A-fib podcast, Deputy Chief Christopher Keller of New Orleans Emergency Medical Services shares the origins and impact of their innovative body worn camera program. The program protects staff, supports quality assurance and aids patient care. Keller discusses navigating privacy concerns, storage challenges, and staff buy-in while prioritizing transparency over punishment. He also reflects on the agency's rapid and coordinated response to the tragic January 1, 2025 Bourbon Street attack, highlighting lessons learned and multi-agency training efforts. Additionally, Keller provides insight into preparing for massive events like the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras, where public safety coordination is key. The episode closes with reflections on the department's experience filming the Nightwatch TV series and the future potential of integrating body cam footage with EMS documentation.

He doesn't dance in the streets—but he films the people who do. In this episode, I sit down with the man behind some of Louisiana's most viral videos: Mr. John Weatherall. We talk about the unexpected rise of his internet fame, the King Cake Festival, working behind the camera at Mardi Gras parades, and the viral dance and song that bear his name. From quiet creator to cultural icon, this is the story of a man who captured the soul of the South—without saying a word.Plus: camera talk, creative advice, and stories from behind the lens.

Join us on Patreon for the After Party and much more!This week Kelly is recovering from a recent surgery, so we'd thought it be fun in the meantime to release another classic Back to the Barre After Party! This After Party was attached to our episode "Paige Doesn't Have Rabies!" which covered Season 2 Episode 18. Topics include what drinks were really in those cups (or better yet what was in the McDonalds cups), Mardi Gras, and the origin of our Favorite Dance segment!Quotes“You said we need a burner phone. We do! I've watched a lot of Law & Order, I know how that s**t works." (03:34-03:43 | Christi & Kelly)“I was like do you know about Candy Apples? You mean that they're delicious!? And I was like no...” (07:46-07:53 | Christi)“We need to put out a drinking calendar for the masses. We need to do our public service." (10:01-10:06 | Christi)“If there was a martini sitting there at 7:30 in the morning I know it's not gonna be a good day." (19:01-19:08 | Kelly)LinksSubscribe to us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC50aSBAYXH_9yU2YkKyXZ0w Subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/backtothebarreThank you to Ashley Jana for allowing us to use Electricity!! Follow her on IG HERE: https://instagram.com/ashleyjanamusic?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Download Electricity HERE: https://music.apple.com/us/album/electricity/1497482509?i=1497482510Follow Christi on IG: www.instagram.com/christilukasiakFollow Kelly on IG: www.instagram.com/kellylhyland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Maureen (Mo) Donnelly is a Professor of Biology and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at Florida International University (FIU). She is also a Research Associate in the Department of Herpetology at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Mo studies amphibians like frogs and toads. These organisms are all currently at risk for extinction, and her lab is dedicated to trying to understand how to prevent losses of species in the future. Mardi Gras is Mo's favorite holiday, and she likes to spend her free time preparing for riding in the each Mardi Gras parade. She was able to ride on a float in the parade in New Orleans, and it was an incredible experience. Mo received her PhD in Biology from the University of Miami and completed postdoctoral research at the American Museum of Natural History and at the University of Miami. She worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor and Project Director at the University of Miami before joining the faculty at Florida International University. Mo is with us today to tell us all about her journey through life and science.

I'm sure we've all heard about the 10 men that escaped a New Orleans prison this past week.. BUT you may not know exactly why they were imprisoned in the first place. The inmate we are talking about today was convicted of  MULTIPLE MURDER charges for murders that occurred over a span of years. So JOIN US TODAY as we discuss Derrick Groves, also known as the Mardi Gras killer.Thank you to listener Omi for recommending this case.RIP to the victims