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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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46:18

French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest - BBS 179

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

2023/04/06

Today's episode is all about the differences between French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest. We'll give you the ins and outs, the good and bad, and help you decide which is best for you. For more about French Quarter Fest, check out episode #8. While it's many years old, it still covers the basics and will help you plan. For Jazz Fest, you're going to want to listen to our essential guide. NOTE: New for Jazz Fest 2023, all vendors will be cashless. There will be places on the grounds where you can

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01:00:17

EP 178 - Questions and Answers

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

2023/03/22

Today’s episode is a Q&A show with questions from listeners like you. As always questions from our Patreon supporters go to the top of the list, followed by those from our Facebook community. Timestamps Patron Questions 4:38 - What are your favorite venues on Frenchman st. and which are your favorite artists to see in those venues? 7:58 - Where do you recommend to go for a great breakfast in the Quarter and why? Any must-have breakfast menu selections that are classic NOLA? 9:15 - I was wondering if

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54:12

EP 177 - Riding in a Mardi Gras Parade

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

2023/03/08

Today’s episode is all about riding in a Mardi Gras parade. As we close out Carnival 2023, I’ve gotten a lot of questions about this topic. Today, I’ll take you through the ins and outs of it. We'll cover how parades are put on, how you join, what to expect, costs, and more!

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01:01:24

King Cake - EP 176

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

2023/02/23

Today’s episode is all about King Cake. Think you’ve eaten a lot? Wait until you har about the experiences of my guest. We’ll dive into that, the history of king cakes, and the variety on the market today.

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55:45

Trixie Minx and Burlesque in New Orleans - EP 175

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

2023/02/09

Today’s episode is all about burlesque in New Orleans. We’ll explore a bit of the history and the current scene. The art of burlesque has a storied history in New Orleans, and thanks in large part to my guest today, has undergone a resurgence in the years since Katrina. Trixie Minx has been a part of multiple productions, created her own company, and now teaches others how to perform burlesque. Join us for a titillating discussion!

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01:20:59

New Orleanians by Choice - EP 174

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

2023/01/25

Today’s episode is all about the experiences of people that have chosen to make New Orleans their home. Questions about moving here are among the most frequent I get, so I thought we’d talk to three people who’ve done just that, and have been here long enough to share their experiences.

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48:59

Mardi Gras 2023 with Arthur Hardy - EP 173

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

2023/01/11

Today's episode is our annual discussion of Carnival and Mardi Gras in New Orleans with Arthur Hardy, publisher of the Mardi Gras Guide. We discuss history, what's new in 2023, and more. To purchase the 47th annual edition of the Arthur Hardy Mardi Gras guide, click here.

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53:23

The Idea Village and NOEW - Entrepreneurship and Tech...

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

2022/12/28

Today’s episode is a bit unique. As you probably know the New Orleans economy is heavily focused on tourism and hospitality. Today, I wanted to dive into a question I sometimes get about entrepreneurship and the tech community in New Orleans. To do that, we’re going to talk about something called The Idea Village as well as an annual event called New Orleans Entrepreneur Week.

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50:53

Things to do in New Orleans Right Now - EP 171

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

2022/12/01

Today’s episode is about things to do right now in New Orleans. These questions get asked a lot in our Facebook group and in other online forums, so I thought I’d give you my thoughts on what to do between Thanksgiving and the start of Carnival.

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48:41

Economy Hall - EP 170

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

2022/11/17

Today’s episode is about Economy Hall, an organization founded in the 1800s to create and preserve a society for free men of color. It became so much more than that, including a hotbed of a new form of American music known as jazz. To help us dive into the topic, I’m joined by the author of the book named Economy Hall, Fatima Shaik. Once you've listened to our discussion, order a copy of Economy Hall online or stop by the Historic New Orleans Collection during your next visit.

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01:13:06

EP 169 - Questions And Answers

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

2022/11/02

Today’s episode is a question and answer show where I answer questions from listeners like you. These are always fun and cover a wide range of topics. I like to do Q&A shows about once a quarter. We get so many new listeners, as well as members of our Facebook group and Patreon community, that it is a good chance to get you involved. I also find them challenging, and sometimes, they result in ideas for future episodes. As always, one perk of being a Patron is that your questions come first on these

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01:15:51

Spanish and Caribbean Influence in New Orleans - EP 168

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

2022/10/19

Today’s episode is all about a new exhibit at the Historic New Orleans Collection. The exhibit is titled Spanish New Orleans and the Caribbean and highlights Spain’s impact in Louisiana. Starting on October 20, 2022 and running through January 22, 2023 the Historic New Orleans Collection will present an exhibit entitled Spanish New Orleans and the Caribbean. While we call the original city the French Quarter, there is an amazing amount of Spanish influence here. The exhibit includes more than

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49:38

Abita Springs and Fall Fest - EP 167

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

2022/10/05

Today, we’re headed across Lake Pontchartrain to the town of Abita Springs where we’ll discover some history, places to eat and drink, and a wonderful Fall Festival. Joining me to discuss all things Abita Springs is Anthony Essaied, owner of the Abita Brew Pub and co-founder and President of the Abita Fall Fest. Jamie Foster is a volunteer with Abita Fall Fest and the owner of Solid Web Service. Evette Randolph is a Councilwoman in Abita Springs and a local actress. Together, they'll help us

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45:31

Mosca's - A New Orleans Classic - Episode 166

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

2022/09/07

Today’s episode is all about a family owned Italian roadhouse on the West Bank of New Orleans. We’re joined by Lisa Mosca, who along with her mom, keeps the family tradition alive at Mosca’s. Founded in 1946 in Avondale, Louisiana on the West Bank of New Orleans, Mosca’s has been serving a blend of New Orleans and Italian food, family style, for decades. Those in the know expect to walk into a dining room filled with music from the jukebox, raucous energy from the crowds of people, and tables full

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40:07

Italian American Cultural Center - EP 165

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

2022/08/24

Today, we’re going to learn about the American Italian Cultural Center, and the history and impact of Italians on New Orleans. I’m joined by the Chairman of the Cultural Center, Mr. Frank Maselli.

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01:10:52

Tales of The Cocktail with Neil Bodenheimer

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

2022/08/10

Today’s episode is about the largest event in the spirits and cocktail industry, Tales of the Cocktail. We’ll learn about its 20 year history, what the event is all about and more. Our guest is Neal Bodenheimer, one of the co-chairs of Tales of the Cocktail and also the owner and/or partner of several local establishments. Join us as we discuss his unique places as well as Tales.

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01:11:04

Where Black NOLA Eats - EP163

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

2022/07/28

Today’s episode is about black owned restaurants in New Orleans. I’m joined by the founder of a Facebook group called Where Black NOLA Eats. Join Jalence Isles and me as we talk about lots of great places to eat, as well as the reason for the group's creation, and the economics of being a black-owned small business. You'll want to have a notepad and pen ready to capture lots of new places to discover!

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01:23:40

Listener Questions and Answers - EP #162

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

2022/07/14

Listener Questions and Answers Today's episode is a question and answer show, where we answer questions from listeners like you! Time Stamps for Today's Show 05:42 - What is your favorite, casual restaurant right now? Narrow it to the Garden District? 06:48 - I’m hoping to visit New Orleans during the Christmas season. Are Reveillon dinners only offered on Christmas Eve or is typically the entire month of December? 08:32 - My question is, what are some things you are your family do to cope with

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01:26:13

Fire at the Upstairs Lounge — EP 161

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

2022/06/30

NOTE: Today’s discussion involves some gruesome descriptions of what happened on the night of Sunday, June 24, 1973. You may wish to listen to this one when your little ones are not around. On June 24, 1973 an arsonist set fire to a gay bar in New Orleans called the Up Stairs Lounge. Within moments fire engulfed the bar, and ultimately claimed the lives of 32 people. It was the largest massacre of LGBTQ individuals in the United States until the Pulse Nightclub shooting in 2016. My guests today are

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56:24

EP 160 - Louisiana Anthology Project

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

2022/06/15

Today’s episode is a discussion about a project and a podcast called Louisiana Anthology. I’m joined by one of the two men behind it, Bruce Magee. We discuss the anthology and what's in it, as well as their podcast. If you are interested in going deeper into Louisiana history and written artifacts from letters to books to cooking recipes, you'll enjoy this episode!

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