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Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans

Beyond Bourbon Street is the podcast where we explore the food, music, places, people and events that make New Orleans unique. Whether you are planning a trip, currently living in New Orleans or simply wanting a taste of the Crescent City from wherever you are, you"ve come to the right place!

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01:03:58

John Thomas Griffith, Rock n Roll Guitarist - Episode...

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2018/03/14

John Thomas Griffith, Rock n Roll Guitarist Born in Texas, John Thomas Griffith lived in a handful of places before he landed in New Orleans. The son of an engineer, Griff fell in love with music at an early age. He was part of the 1980s punk band Red Rockers who had a hit with the single "China," before teaming up with Fred Leblanc, Paul Sanchez, and Paul Clement to form Cowboy Mouth. Today, John, Fred, Matt Jones, and Brian Broussard are Cowboy Mouth. As Fred likes to proclaim, "the name of the

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52:59

The Myrtles Plantation - Episode #58

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2018/02/28

The Myrtles Plantation In this episode, Mark talks with Morgan Moss and Miss Hester Eby about the Myrtles Plantation. The Myrtles Plantation is said to be one of the most haunted homes in America. It has been featured on the Discovery Channel, National Geographic, the Travel Channel and many others. Listen in as Mark, Morgan, and Miss Eby talk about General Bradford and the Whiskey Rebellion. You'll also learn about Cloe, the slave girl whose spirit roams the grounds even today. Along the way,

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01:14:58

The Cemeteries of New Orleans - Episode #57

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2018/02/14

Cemeteries & Traditions in New Orleans In this episode, Mark talks with Sally Asher, author of The St Louis Cemeteries of New Orleans. Sally's book is a fascinating exploration into the lives of the people buried in some of New Orleans' most historic cemeteries. Listen in as Mark and Sally talk about why New Orleanians bury their deceased above ground. The two discuss the history behind the St. Louis cemeteries and describe what a second line is really about, plus the history of All Saints Day

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01:02:45

Who Invented Mardi Gras?

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2018/01/31

Who Invented Mardi Gras? In today's episode, we tackle a controversial subject - who invented Mardi Gras? Mobile or New Orleans? My guest is Ted Flotte, with the Historic Mobile Preservation Society and Joe Cain Marching Society. Ted and I explore the history of Carnival and Mardi Gras in both Mobile and New Orleans. On today’s show, you’ll learn... About the many things Mobile and New Orleans share in common, including their founders The history of Carnival and Mardi Gras in both places, and How

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01:03:17

Visit Louisiana Plantation Country - Episode #55

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2018/01/17

Louisiana Plantation Country - a Trip Along River Road In today's episode, we visit Louisiana plantation country. We'll travel along the stretch of river road from New Orleans to Baton Rouge. Along the way, we'll visit twelve plantations. On today's show, you'll get... An overview of each plantation, and an idea of what to expect. Pointers for how you might approach the trip, depending on the amount of time you have to explore and what you hope to get out of your visit along the Mississippi River

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01:01:49

Slavery in Louisiana - a Visit to Whitney Plantation...

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2018/01/03

Slavery in Louisiana - a Visit to Whitney Plantation In today's episode, we learn about slavery in Louisiana. We visit Whitney Plantation, located in Wallace, LA 40 miles West of New Orleans. The Whitney is the only plantation whose primary focus is on the slaves who worked, lived, and died along this stretch of the Mississippi River. My guest today is Joy Banner, Director of Marketing at Whitney. Joy is also a native of the nearby community and is a descendant of the slaves at Whitney. On today’s

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01:01:44

Bienville’s Dilemma and the Founding of New Orleans -...

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/12/20

Bienville's Dilemma and the Founding of New Orleans In the Spring of 1718, Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville presided over a small ceremony on the banks of the Mississippi River and officially founded what we know today as the City of New Orleans. How did Bienville come to choose this site for New Orleans? What were the other options and how do those decisions impact New Orleanians today? In today's episode we explore Bienville's Dilemma with noted author and geographer Richard Campanella. In

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01:08:25

Preservation Hall - Episode 52

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/12/06

Since 1961, Preservation Hall has been the epicenter of traditional jazz music in New Orleans. In today's episode, we visit with Ben Jaffe, the band leader of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. After a visit to New Orleans on their honeymoon in 1961, Ben's parents Allan and Sandra Jaffe created Preservation Hall. Along the way, they helped ensure this original American music form would have a place to be celebrated and honored. Ben and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band carry on that tradition, while

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01:05:16

Small Business Spotlight - Episode #51

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2017/11/22

Small Business Spotlight Today's episode of the Beyond Bourbon Street podcast is all about shopping local in New Orleans. It was inspired by Small Business Saturday and a desire to support some of the wonderful makers and business owners in the New Orleans. Have you ever wanted to purchase something to remind you of your visit to New Orleans? Are you looking for a gift for the holidays? Do you live in New Orleans and simply want to 'buy local?' In today's episode, we highlight three New Orleans

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44:48

Moving to New Orleans, Part II - Episode 50

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2017/11/08

Moving to New Orleans Have you ever thought about moving to New Orleans, but didn't know where to start? We're here for you! This is the 2nd of our two part series all about moving to New Orleans! If you missed the first part back in episode 48, check it out on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher. In today's show, I sit down with Chris Smith, one of the top realtors in New Orleans. Chris helped my wife and I find the perfect home for us when we decided to come back home to New Orleans in

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01:00:54

Drink Dat - Where and What to Drink in New Orleans...

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2017/10/25

Drink Dat - Where and What to Drink in New Orleans Do you ever wonder where the locals go for a cocktail in New Orleans? On today's show, my guest, Elizabeth Pearce, helps answer that question for you! Elizabeth is a storyteller, a cocktail historian, and a New Orleanian. She is the presenter of the Drink and Learn Tour, and the author of two books about drinking in New Orleans. On today's episode, we explore New Orleans through its bars and its cocktails. We not only cover where to get the best

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01:06:44

Moving to New Orleans, Part I - Episode 48

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/10/11

Moving to New Orleans Have you ever wanted to move to New Orleans? Wonder where to start and what you need to consider? This is the episode for you! In today's show, I sit down with three people who made the leap and moved to New Orleans. Jennifer is a married mother of two young boys. She and her husband Andrew made the move in 2016 and are enjoying raising their kids as New Orleanians. Terry and his wife Deah could have moved anywhere they wanted. After a bit of reflection, they packed their

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53:52

Halloween in New Orleans - Episode #47

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2017/09/27

Halloween in New Orleans What better place to enjoy Halloween than in America's most haunted city? Today, we'll be talking about the many fun ways to enjoy Halloween in New Orleans. On today's episode Mark is joined by Brian Kern, who puts on the Carnival-style Krewe of Boo, and by Sidney Smith, owner of Haunted History Tours. You'll learn all about the Krewe of Boo, including how you can take part as a rider, enjoy the parade along the route, or attend the after-party in your favorite spooky

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57:50

Exploring the Bayous, Lakes, and Trails Beyond New...

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2017/09/13

Exploring the Bayous, Lakes, and Trails Beyond New Orleans Today’s show is the first one where we venture beyond New Orleans! We’ll be traveling to the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, where we’ll focus on the outdoors. Come along as I explore Cane Bayou by kayak with Chad Almquist and Matt May of Canoe and Trail Adventures. Have you ever wondered what it was like to paddle along a Louisiana bayou? Want to see wildlife including turtles, heron, and the occasional alligator or snake up close? Would

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57:41

Solo Travels to New Orleans - Episode #45

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/08/30

Solo Travel to New Orleans Have you ever wanted to travel to New Orleans by yourself? If so, today's episode is for you! Join Mark and his guest, Lorrie Shaw, as they discuss the ins and outs of exploring New Orleans on your own. The two cover all you need to know, including.... How to select the best time of year to visit Three locations to consider when choosing a hotel Places to eat as a solo traveler Great ideas for what to see and do Along the way, you'll find plenty of insider tips to make

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01:08:52

Baseball in New Orleans, Past and Present - Episode #44

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/08/16

New Orleans has never had a major league baseball team, but it does have a rich history with the national past time. Join Mark and his panel of guests as they explore the rich history of baseball in New Orleans from its earliest days through today. Today’s guests include… * Tim Grubbs, announcer for the Baby Cakes and Director of Team Travel * Ron Swoboda, announcer for the Baby Cakes, and former major league baseball player known for “the Catch” in the 1969 World Series. * S. Derby Gisclair, author

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52:53

Movies and TV Filmed in New Orleans - Episode #43

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/08/02

Today's episode is about one of our most-requested topics: movies and television filmed in New Orleans! Do you know which was the first film made in New Orleans? How about the fact Elvis, James Dean, and Roger Moore all appeared on the silver screen in movies made in the Crescent City? In this episode we visit with Jonathan Ray, tour guide and owner of New Orleans Movie and TV Tours. Join us as we discuss the earliest days of film in New Orleans. We make our way through time and the landscape of New

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18 Fun Facts About New Orleans - Episode #42

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/07/19

18 Fun Facts About New Orleans On this episode of Beyond Bourbon Street, we dive into 18 fun facts about New Orleans, its history, and the people who call it home. What do ice, dental floss, and pharmacies have in common? How about opera and the game of craps? The Superdome and the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway bridge? Next, we talk about some of the interesting New Orleans characters you've never heard of. Along the way, you'll learn surprising facts about the Crescent City and find ways to check

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57:49

Explore the Southern Food and Beverage Museum -...

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/07/05

Southern Food and Beverage Museum On this episode of Beyond Bourbon Street, we explore the Southern Food and Beverage Museum. The museum may be small, but it houses a large variety of artifacts and stories, dedicated to the culinary history of the Southern United States. The Southern Food and Beverage Museum is also home to the Museum of the American Cocktail. While the cocktail may not have been invented in New Orleans, we certainly have made it our own. Learn about the Sazerac, the Crusta, the

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01:07:07

Abraham Lincoln in New Orleans - Episode #40

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider"s Guide to New Orleans ·

2017/06/21

In the spring and summer of 2017, the headlines in New Orleans newspapers dealt with the proposed removal of four statues honoring the Confederacy. Ever wonder how we got to this point? I did, and it led me to Abraham Lincoln and his surprising connection to New Orleans. Today’s show is about Lincoln, his visits to New Orleans, and how they shaped his thoughts on slavery and reconstruction as the 16th President of the United States. We visit with local author, historian, and geographer Richard

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