Discover the Delicious History of the New Orleans Poor Boy! - Episode #006
Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider's Guide to New Orleans
Release Date: 03/01/2016
EP 242 - 2026 Mardi Gras Preview with Arthur Hardy
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As we’ve done for many years, today we’re going to preview Mardi Gras 2026 with our friend Arthur Hardy. This one is especially sweet as Arthur is retiring after 50 years. We look back on his career, on the iconic Mardi Gras Guide he created, and look to the future and what this Carnival season holds for us.
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EP 241 - Tenth Anniversary Show
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Today's episode is both a celebration of our 10th anniversary, and a question and answer show. Here are the timestamps for each question: 06:00 - Timbo Kite - ICE Impact 07:18 - Chad Lancaster - Pitching Guests 12:33 - Tracy Popken - Mardi Gras House Decorations 15:56 - Charles Goldberg - Mark’s Interview Style 25:27 - Cliff Hochberg - Moving Back to Raise the Girls 31:23 - Mark Wingfield - Things You’ve Changed Your Mind On 35:50 - Jeff Singer - How New Orleans Has Changed Since You Started the Show 39:35 - Brandon Breath - What Surprised You Most to Learn About the City 44:27 -...
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EP 240 - Holiday Hodgepodge
Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider's Guide to New Orleans
Today’s episode is all about things to do in December and early next year in New Orleans.
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EP 239 - Meteorologist Margaret Orr
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Meteorologists in New Orleans tend to become well known locally, probably due to our reliance on them during hurricanes. My guest today retired in 2024 after a long career as chief meteorologist at WDSU tv. Join me as I interview Margaret Orr about her career, Mardi Gras, retirement, and more.
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EP 238 - The Life and Legacy of Anne Rice
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Today's episode is all about the author Anne Rice, known for her books about vampires. To help me dive into all things Anne Rice, I’m, joined by Joel Sharpton, co-host of the podcast The Articulate Coven.
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EP 237 - The Obituary Cocktail
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Today's show is about a darkly named drink; the Obituary Cocktail. Made with gin, vermouth, and absinthe, it's origin is as mysterious as its name. Join me and author Sue Strachan as we discuss the drink, its origin, and where to sample one.
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EP 236 - Loretta's Authentic Pralines
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Today’s epsiode is about two of my favorite New Orleans treats, pralines and beignets. One of my favorite places to get both is Loretta’s Authentic Pralines. I’m joined today by the owner of Loretta’s, Mr .Robbie Harrison to discuss pralines, beignet's, and his mother's legacy. We also dive into the upcoming Beignet Fest.
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EP 235 - The Trail They Blazed: Civil Rights in New Orleans
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Today, we talk about an exhibit at the Historic New Orleans Collection (HNOC) called The Trail they Blazed, featuring notable people and moments in the fight for civil rights in New Orleans and Louisiana at large. I am joined by HNOC curator Eric Seiferth.
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EP 234 - Antigravity Magazine
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Ever wonder about those free magazines you pick up around town? Well, I did. It led me down the path of wanting to find out more about Antigravity Magazine. Join me and editor/publisher Dan Fox as we discuss what Antigravityh is all about!
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EP 233 - Save Our Cemeteries, an Interview with Sally Asher
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Discover the unique charm and rich history of New Orleans' cemeteries, where each one tells its own story. Explore beyond the famous spots and uncover hidden gems with Sally Asher in our latest episode
info_outlineBeyond 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!
In this episode we trace the birth of the poor boy from the streetcar motormen strike of 1929 through today. You’ll be introduced to Benny & Clovis Martin, former motormen themselves who created the first poor boy.
You’ll also learn how the name poor boy came into being, and why the term po-boy is not quite correct! Along the way, we’ll explore the restaurants and people that helped the poor boy become the New Orleans icon it is today. We’ll stop in at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, Domilise’s, Johnny’s Po-Boys and Mother’s Restaurant.
Our first ever guest on the show is a man who literally grew up in the po-boy business and owned an iconic New Orleans neighborhood restaurant for 36 years, Teddy’s Grill. He is an expert on the business of the po-boy, and also happens to be my dad - vincent Bologna!
For recommendations and locations of great po-boys (or poor boys) in New Orleans, please visit our website at www.beyondbourbonst.com.
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