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.

Celebrate Canal Street - EP 225 03/06/2025

Celebrate Canal Street - EP 225 Today’s show is about an effort to revitalize Canal Street. My guest today, Sandra Thompson Herman, is the founder of that effort called Celebrate Canal! Coalition. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/35503760

Storyville Museum - EP 224 02/19/2025

Storyville Museum - EP 224 Several years ago I did an episode or two with the Historic New Orleans Collection about the Storyville red light district. They had an excellent small exhibit about Storyville. Well now, there is a whole museum dedicated to Storyville. I’m joined today by the museum’s founder and curator, Claus Sadlier. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/35339575

Ep. 223 - The Mardi Gras Game 02/05/2025

Ep. 223 - The Mardi Gras Game My guest today is a New Orleanian who decided to create a board game focused on Mardi Gras. Michael Combes was disappointed in the lack of games with a New Orleans theme, so he created his own. Listen in as he describes the game and his plans for making it a reality. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/35141080

EP 222 - Arthur Hardy Mardi Gras Preview 2025 01/23/2025

EP 222 - Arthur Hardy Mardi Gras Preview 2025 My guest today probably knows as much about Mardi Gras as anyone. He’s published an annual Mardi Gras Guide for 49 years, including the 2025 edition. I'm thrilled to be joined by Arthur Hardy! /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/34956670

EP 221 - The Sugar King 01/09/2025

EP 221 - The Sugar King Today’s episode is all about Leon Goudchax, a Jewish immigrant to New Orleans who made a fortune as a merchant, and a sugar cane farmer and refiner. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/34781470

Ep. 220 - The Year in Review - 2024 12/25/2024

Ep. 220 - The Year in Review - 2024 Today’s episode is a recap of 2024 and a bit of looking ahead to what’s in store for the show in 2025. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/34596775

Saving Mr. Bingle 12/11/2024

Saving Mr. Bingle Today’s episode is all about Mr. Bingle, a beloved local Christmas character created by a department store. Joining me is author Sean Patrick Doles who created a fairy tale called Saving Mr. Bingle. We discuss Mr. Bingle's history as well as Sean's book. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/34373890

EP 218 - A Health Update & The River Rats Reprise 11/28/2024

EP 218 - A Health Update & The River Rats Reprise Today’s episode is about the Mississippi River batture, and specifically the people who’ve chosen to live on that sliver of land over the years. To help me explore this culture I’ve enlisted the help of Macon Fry, author of the book They Called Us River Rats, and himself an inhabitant of the batture. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/34186640

Mosquito Supper Club - EP217 11/14/2024

Mosquito Supper Club - EP217 My guest is an author, a chef, and perhaps most importantly a Cajun woman, in love with her native land and way of life. Melissa Martin joins me to talk about the restaurant, her latest cookbook, Bayou, Feasting Through the Seasons of a Cajun Life, and more. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/33923287

The Skeleton House - EP216 10/30/2024

The Skeleton House - EP216 For more than 40 years, the Berger House at 6000 St. Charles Avenue is transformed each Halloween into the Skeleton House. The lawn is covered with dozens of skeletons, each with a costume and a name. In 2024, the skeletons embraced the arrival of Taylor Swift and her Eras tour. Join me as I learn all about it from Louellen Berger. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/33677572

Porgy’s Seafood Market 10/17/2024

Porgy’s Seafood Market My guests today are the co-owners of Porgy's Seafood Market, a local market and restaurant with a focus on Louisiana caught seafood. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/33493247

Listener Questions - EP214 09/18/2024

Listener Questions - EP214 This week, we answer questions about New Orleans from listeners like you! /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/33109402

Shaka Zulu Big Chief of the Golden Feather Nation - EP213 08/21/2024

Shaka Zulu Big Chief of the Golden Feather Nation - EP213 Today's guest tells us about the tradition of black New Orleanians masking in Indian suits. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/32665447

Anais St John - EP 212 08/07/2024

Anais St John - EP 212 My guest today, Miss Anais St. John, is an entertainer, performer and a teacher. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/32489407

Working on the Mississippi River - EP211 07/25/2024

Working on the Mississippi River - EP211 Ever wondered what it's like to work on the Mississippi River? Today, we go behind the scenes with Todd Clower, CEO of Harbor Towing and Fleeting. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/32286072

Black Creole Chronicles - EP210 07/10/2024

Black Creole Chronicles - EP210 My guest today is an author, folklorist, educator, scholar, and former Poet Laureate of Louisiana. Dr. Mona Lisa Saloy writes about her life as a black Creole in her 7th Ward neighborhood, as well as about the larger perspective of the black experience, in Louisiana and beyond. This discussion was a joy. I hope you enjoy it, too. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/32072132

Toups' Family Meal EP #209 06/26/2024

Toups' Family Meal EP #209 What happens when the Louisiana Governor decides not to accept federal funding for feeding school-aged children during the summer? Amanda and Isaac Toups, owners of Toups' Meatery decided to do something about it. Join me and Amanda to learn about their efforts. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/31892472

Questions and Answers - EP 208 06/13/2024

Questions and Answers - EP 208 This week, we answer listener questions about New Orleans on a variety of topics. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/31718907

Bastion - a New Orleans Community for Veterans 05/29/2024

Bastion - a New Orleans Community for Veterans Today, we discuss Bastion, a Community of Resilience. Bastion is a community, purpose built for veterans. To learn more about it I am joined by Jackson Smith, Bastion’s Executive Director. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/31487082

New Orleans Music Scene with Keith Spera 05/15/2024

New Orleans Music Scene with Keith Spera Join me and Keith Spera as we recap Jazz Fest 2024, and talk about the New Orleans music scene. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/31290212

The Essential Guide to New Orleans Jazz Fest 04/17/2024

The Essential Guide to New Orleans Jazz Fest Ever been to Jazz Fest, or want to go? We've got all the insider tips you need to have a great time! /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/30821838

Haunted New Orleans 04/03/2024

Haunted New Orleans Interested in haunted New Orleans? Ghost stories and other popular and untold legends? This is the episode for you! Join me and guest Orion Couling as we talk about his experience leading haunted tours around New Orleans. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/30634493

Entrepreneur Róbert LeBlanc 03/09/2024

Entrepreneur Róbert LeBlanc One of the things I really like to do with the podcast is highlight businesses I think you would enjoy that also have owners who seem to do things right. My guest today is one of those. Róbert LeBlanc is the founder of Leblanc + Smith, a hospitality company with several local businesses. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/30295213

Things to Do In New Orleans - Spring 2024 02/22/2024

Things to Do In New Orleans - Spring 2024 Wondering what to do in New Orleans post-Mardi Gras? We've got you covered in this episode. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/30059328

BBS201 02/08/2024

BBS201 Today's episode is your Mardi Gras survival guide. We'll go through everything you need to know to enjoy parade season in New Orleans! /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/29851398

Mardi Gras 2024 with Arthur Hardy - Episode 200 01/27/2024

Mardi Gras 2024 with Arthur Hardy - Episode 200 Mardi Gras 2024 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, anniversaries, impact on the economy, what's new in 2024 and more. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/29672513

Listener Questions 01/10/2024

Listener Questions Questions and Answers Today’s episode is a Q&A show with questions from listeners like you. As always, questions from our Patreon supporters come first, followed by those from our Facebook Group. Timestamps 05:10 - Jeffrey Hubbard - French Quarter Fest paid pass 07:02 - Joseph Grillo - 2nd edition of BBS book? Dew Drop Inn 09:00 - Mark Wingfield - Most Romantic places in NOLA 11:15 - Mark Wingfield - March Madness 13:45 - James Redmond - Festivals/events in August 16:35 - Hannah Voss - Busker payment 18:00 - DC Big Papa - Easier Krewes to ride in or join 21:30 - Michael Kaufman - Where else in the US do you want to visit? 22:45 - Eric Boyle - Documentary Films about New Orleans 26:30 - John Nordike - Discuss the process of your book - ep157 27:20 - John Nordike - James Lee Burke interview 28:30 - Maggie Macgyver - photography in your book 31:25 - Christy Johnson - the magic of New Orleans /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/29408843

Holidays in New Orleans - EP 198 12/27/2023

Holidays in New Orleans - EP 198 Happy Holidays from New Orleans In this episode, we dive into many of the things that make this time of year great for a visit to New Orleans! Previous Episodes Mentioned Episode 2 - Episode 79 - Episode 148 - Episode 149 - Holiday Bars Mentioned Miracle Bar at Barrel Proof Mistletoe @ the Hyatt Latitude 29 in the Bienville House Hotel Snake & Jake's Christmas Lounge Hotel Lobbies Worth Visiting Roosevelt Hotel Four Seasons Ritz-Carlton Hotel Monteleone The Columns Le Pavillon The Chloe /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/29234978

Immerse Yourself in New Orleans at Vue Orleans 12/14/2023

Immerse Yourself in New Orleans at Vue Orleans Experience the immersive and interactive exhibit, where visitors are transported into the history and culture of New Orleans. From interactive exhibits to breathtaking views, the attraction offers a comprehensive experience of the city. You won't find a better way to take in the city from above. The view alone is worth it. - Karen Coaxum In this episode, you will be able to: Immerse yourself in an interactive New Orleans history exhibit to gain a deeper understanding of the city's rich heritage. Experience breathtaking views from the observation deck, offering a unique perspective of New Orleans' iconic landmarks. Explore the diverse music genres of New Orleans showcased in an engaging and interactive format. Take in the panoramic view of the cityscape, capturing the essence of New Orleans from a whole new vantage point. /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/29040128

Mississippi River Cruise 11/30/2023

Mississippi River Cruise Join Scott Eddy and Chris Palmer as they embark on a thrilling river cruise down the iconic Mississippi River. From intimate connections with fellow travelers to capturing breathtaking photography, their journey promises adventure and discovery. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the fascinating history and culture along the Mississippi River on a unique cruise experience. Immerse yourself in the charm of small ship river cruises, offering an intimate and personalized exploration of the Mississippi River. Explore the lesser-known, yet captivating attractions that await you on a river cruise adventure. Indulge in delectable and diverse food offerings that showcase the flavors of the regions along the Mississippi River. Capture breathtaking moments and stunning landscapes through exceptional photography opportunities on your river cruise journey. Slowing down and enjoying the nuances of a place is something we don't do enough of in our fast-paced lives. - Chris Palmer Curated experiences like a river cruise allow you to go beyond the tourist attractions and truly immerse yourself in the local culture. - Scott Eddy Resources The Mississippi River Voyage discussed in this episode was put on by . To follow Scott on social media: (@MrScottEddy) (@MrScottEddy) /episode/index/show/beyondbourbonst/id/28846593

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

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