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Hicham Khodr, new owner of the legendary Camellia Grill in New Orleans Updated: 2007-05-01 20:31:52 Description: Hicham Khodr is the proud new owner of the legendary Camellia Grill. Although not a New Orleans native, Hicham has lived here for 25 years and understands what Camellia Grill means to New Orleanians. Camellia Grill, closed since Hurricane Katrina, ha...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nathan Rothstein is Executive Director of New Orleans Young Urban Rebuilding Professionals Updated: 2008-11-17 13:05:30 Description: Nathan Rothstein is Executive Director of New Orleans Young Urban Rebuilding Professionals (YURP). Nathan explains how YURP helps young professionals find avenues to express their talents and move New Orleans in a progressive new direction. Kendrick ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Chef Brian Landry with world famous Galatoire's Restaurant. Updated: 2008-11-17 13:19:14 Description: Chef Brian Landry is head chef at world famous Galatoire's Restaurant. Chef Brian tells us about his first place finish in the preliminary Great American Seafood Cookoff competition. He describes Galatoire's Shrimp Remoulade, one of Galatoire's famou...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jennifer Weishaupt Mid-City New Orleans restaurateurs. Updated: 2008-11-17 13:19:11 Description: Jennifer Weishaupt and her husband are the owners of The Ruby Slipper Cafe in Mid-City New Orleans. Jennifer, originally from New York, explains why she has made New Orleans home and how she came to open this neighborhood cafe. Despite the challenges...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jonah Dowling, Chairman of the Louisiana Landmark Society's New Orleans Nine Committee. Updated: 2008-11-17 13:19:36 Description: Jonah Dowling is Chairman of the Louisiana Landmark Society's New Orleans Nine Committee. "The New Orleans Nine is a list of nine buildings endangered of being demolished", Jonah explains. The purpose of the New Orleans Nine is to make the public awa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ned Sublette, author of The World That Made New Orleans Updated: 2008-11-17 13:24:06 Description: Ned Sublette is the author of The World That Made New Orleans. Ned take us on a tour of his book that explores many of the outside influences that have helped make New Orleans culture what it is today. Ned focuses a great deal on the Cuban and Haitia...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Julia Bland, Executive Director of the Louisiana Children's Museum Updated: 2008-11-17 13:27:23 Description: Julia Bland is Executive Director of the Louisiana Children's Museum. Julia, a native of Tennessee, graduated from Newcomb College, began with the Museum as a volunteer, and has never left. When asked how Hurricane Katrina affected the Museum, Julia ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD "Morgus the Magnificent" solves the world's economic crisis with the FAT TAX Updated: 2008-11-02 00:24:12 Description: Dr. Morgus, also known as "Morgus the Magnificent", is New Orleans' preeminent Doctor of Science. A member of the "Higher Order", Dr. Morgus specializes in Morgusian Science. The unenlightened may call him mad, but New Orleanians recognize his true a...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bill Borah talks about the City Charter amendment vote on November 4, 2008 Updated: 2008-11-02 00:23:20 Description: Bill Borah is a land use attorney who has work tirelessly to amend the city charter regarding city planning. New Orleanians will vote on this important amendment on November 4th, 2008. Hurricane Katrina gave citizens the realization that we must have...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Elizabeth Williams, President of the Southern Food & Beverage Museum Updated: 2008-06-19 20:21:34 Description: Elizabeth Williams is President of the Southern Food & Beverage Museum, the latest addition to New Orleans' rich museum landscape. The museum features Southern food and drink and also spotlights farmers, trappers, cooks and others who produce, delive...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lori Nesser, owner of La Peniche restaurant Updated: 2008-06-19 20:24:27 Description: Lori Nesser is the owner of La Peniche, a popular restaurant in the Faubourg Marigny. Lori explains the importance of neighborhood businesses in New Orleans and tells us how they help make the city unique. She also gives us the meaning of the name "L...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ed Blakely, New Orleans Recovery Czar Updated: 2008-06-19 20:27:02 Description: Ed Blakely is the New Orleans Recovery Czar. Ed tells us that the city has recently started receiving substantial Federal funds as of November, 2007. These funds have allowed the city to dramatically expand its recovery efforts from 20 active project...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Kacey Hill, Public Relations Officer for The National WWII Museum Updated: 2008-05-24 14:21:52 Description: Kacey Hill is Public Relations Officer for The National WWII Museum, formally The D-Day Museum. Kacey explains the museum received a congressional mandate and is now the official WWII museum of the United States. "We are currently in the process of u...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jim Letten, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana Updated: 2008-05-02 22:59:06 Description: Jim Letten is the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana. Jim tells us how he first became interested in the Law. He explains what the U.S. Attorney's office does and talks about one of the responsibilities of his office: to defend the C...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Suzanne Lapin, President of MakeNewOrleansHome.com Updated: 2008-04-25 03:36:25 Description: Suzanne Lapin is President of MakeNewOrleansHome.com. This organization actively promotes New Orleans as an attractive relocation destination. "It's really important, I feel, for the city to start to market itself ...as a wonderful place to move and ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Elyse Luray is an appraiser, auctioneer, and one of PBS television's "History Detectives" Updated: 2008-04-28 03:28:19 Description: Elyse Luray is an appraiser, auctioneer, and one of PBS television's "History Detectives". Elyse explains why history is so important and why people are fascinated by the past. She talks about the historical significance of New Orleans and mentions e...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Marci Schramm, Executive Director for the French Quarter Festival, Inc. Updated: 2008-04-11 05:54:02 Description: Marci Schramm is Executive Director for the French Quarter Festival, Incorporated. Marci gives us a preview of the 2008 French Quarter Festival, April 11 -13. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the celebration and Marci tells us about how the fe...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ronnie Kole is a world renowned musician and philanthropist Updated: 2008-04-11 05:52:02 Description: Ronnie Kole is a world renowned musician and philanthropist. Ronnie talks about two of his proudest music achievements: his recent "Louis Prima Arts and Entertainment Award", and his upcoming induction into the "New Orleans Musical Legends Park" on B...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cesar Burgos, Chairman of the Board for New Orleans' Regional Transit Authority Updated: 2008-03-22 03:59:54 Description: Cesar Burgos is Chairman of the Board for New Orleans' Regional Transit Authority (RTA). Cesar reflects on the damages Hurricane Katrina caused to RTA and its fleet. Despite the losses RTA sustained, Cesar believes the RTA can become stronger and mor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD "Doc" Hawley is a river pilot who specializes in steam driven sternwheelers Updated: 2008-03-03 04:40:25 Description: "Doc" Hawley is a river pilot who specializes in steam driven sternwheelers. For over 30 years, "Doc" has captained the Steamboat NATCHEZ up and down the Mississippi River past New Orleans. After decades of working on the NATCHEZ, "Doc" has accumulat...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Brian Landry, Vice President of Marketing for Children's Hospital Updated: 2008-02-18 00:54:50 Description: Brian Landry is Vice President of Marketing for Children's Hospital in New Orleans. Brian tells us that Children's Hospital accepts all children, regardless of their ability to pay. He describes the annual Carnival visit by members of the Krewe of Th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Marc Robért II, owner of Robért Fresh Market in Lakeview Updated: 2007-11-15 05:33:47 Description: Marc Robért II, owner of Robért Fresh Market, explains his commitment to Lakeview and New Orleans: "This is a very strong area...and I am confident this area will come back". Marc's wife, Darlene, gave me a tour of the new market. She proudly pointe...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD James Bernazzani, FBI special agent in charge of New Orleans. Updated: 2007-11-21 03:31:09 Description: James Bernazzani is the FBI special agent in charge of New Orleans. We met in Audubon Park, near his uptown home, to talk about how the FBI has taken on non-traditional roles since Katrina. These roles are in addition to its primary focus of stoppin...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Carnival Krewe captain of Thoth Updated: 2008-02-04 05:36:49 Description: Our guest this week is the captain of Thoth. Thoth, a Carnival Krewe, or organization, began in 1947. Ever since "Reconstruction" following the Civil War, the identity of Thoth's Captain has remained secret. The 2008 Captain describes his responsibi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dominique Rizzo, owner of La Boulangerie describes the original French King Cake Updated: 2008-01-28 05:52:26 Description: Dominique Rizzo is the owner of La Boulangerie, a popular French bakery located on Magazine Street in New Orleans. Since we are in the Carnival Season, Dominique describes the original French King Cake and explains how it differs from our tradition...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD French Market Coffee Company's Jesyka Bartlett, fourth generation family co-owner. Updated: 2008-01-21 15:56:14 Description: Jesyka Bartlett is the fourth generation Bartlett to work at the French Market Coffee Company. Her family co-owns this New Orleans based business along with the Dodge family. French Market Coffee Company, founded in 1890, supplies locals with one of ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Patty Gay, Executive Director of the Preservation Resource Center Updated: 2008-01-14 04:54:48 Description: Patty Gay is Executive Director of the Preservation Resource Center. She explains how the PRC focuses on saving and promoting our neighborhoods, architecture, and culture. Patty tells us about the increase in volunteers since hurricane Katrina and ho...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Arthur Hardy, New Orleans Mardi Gras expert and historian Updated: 2008-01-17 02:26:39 Description: Arthur Hardy, Mardi Gras expert and historian, publishes the annual Mardi Gras Guide. Arthur shares the big news for Carnival 2008: the Krewe of Endymeon's long awaited return to its pre-Katrina Mid-City route. "It sends a message that the police de...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Robert Lyall, General and Artistic Director for the New Orleans Opera Association Updated: 2008-01-07 06:57:56 Description: Robert Lyall is General and Artistic Director for the New Orleans Opera Association. Robert describes Hurricane Katrina's extensive damage to the opera's traditional venue, The Theatre of Performing Arts located in Armstrong Park. Despite the challen...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD David Rubenstein, owner of Rubensteins on Canal Street in New Orleans Updated: 2007-12-27 03:59:23 Description: David Rubenstein is the owner of Rubensteins, one of New Orleans premiere clothing stores. David describes the challenges his store faced following Hurricane Katrina and why he decided to reopen. Founded by David's father and uncle in 1924, Rubenstei...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bonnie Goldblum, Executive Director of Longue Vue House & Gardens Updated: 2007-12-18 20:19:47 Description: Bonnie Goldblum is Executive Director of Longue Vue House & Gardens. Philanthropists Edgar Bloom Stern, a New Orleans cotton broker, and his wife, Edith Rosenwald Stern, an heiress to the Sears-Roebuck fortune, built the estate. The house was designa...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Beau Bassich, Executive Director of the City Park Improvement Association Updated: 2007-12-10 04:28:28 Description: Beau Bassich is Executive Director of the City Park Improvement Association in New Orleans. Beau talks about the recent reopening of the park's historic carousel, extensively refurbished following Hurricane Katrina. He also talks about the annual Ce...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Lenny Vangilder, Director of Publicity for the New Orleans Fair Grounds Updated: 2007-11-30 13:53:11 Description: Lenny Vangilder is Director of Publicity for the New Orleans Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots. Lenny reflects on the damages caused by Hurricane Katrina and the Fair Grounds' efforts to recover. New Orleans Fair Grounds is one of the oldest racetra...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sandy Whann, owner of Leidenheimer Bakery talks about New Orleans French Bread Updated: 2007-11-07 13:39:43 Description: Sandy Whann, owner of Leidenheimer Bakery, is the great grandson of its founder, George Leidenheimer. Sandy tells us about the challenges his company faced re-opening following Hurricane Katrina and how he drove his employees roundtrip from Baton Ro...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Blain Kern--"Mr. Mardi Gras"--talks about his Haunted House Updated: 2007-10-29 03:41:20 Description: Mardi Gras World owner Blain Kern--"Mr. Mardi Gras"--talks about his Haunted House and special Halloween Night Gala. Blain is donating 50 percent of the event proceeds to local first responders and he invites everyone to come join the celebration. Th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD David Kahn, Director of the Louisiana State Museum Updated: 2007-10-22 04:19:46 Description: David Kahn is the Director of the Louisiana State Museum in New Orleans. David talks about "GOLD", the exciting new exhibit that opened October 20 and runs through January 2, 2008. "The exhibit was developed by the American Museum of National History...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Linda Gonzales, Assistant Executive Director of the New Orleans Mission Updated: 2007-10-11 03:10:18 Description: Linda Gonzales is Assistant Executive Director of the New Orleans Mission. Linda describes the damages the Mission sustained following Hurricane Katrina and she explains the Mission's services. In addition to giving the homeless a place to stay, the ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Kenneth Ferdinand is Executive Director for the French Market Corporation. Updated: 2007-10-14 02:59:02 Description: Kenneth Ferdinand describes the Market’s newly completed renovation and updates us on those currently in progress. Kenneth emphasizes the importance of camaraderie in New Orleans today: “We know how to express our humanity”, he observes, “that’s why ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Gregory Schramel, Artistic Director for the New Orleans Ballet Theatre Updated: 2007-09-06 12:47:30 Description: New Orleans native Gregory Schramel, Artistic Director for the New Orleans Ballet Theatre, founded NOBT in 2002."As soon as we opened after Katrina we had more students then ever", Gregory says. The ballet school, located in the Contemporary Arts Cen...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sandy Rosenthal is the founder and executive director for Levees.org Updated: 2007-09-10 03:58:36 Description: Sandy Rosenthal is the founder and executive director for Levees.org. Sandy founded Levees.org because as a New Orleanian she felt compelled to get the word out that the levee failures were a man made disaster. According to Sandy, the good news is "t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jim LeBlanc is President and CEO of Volunteers of America for New Orlean Updated: 2007-09-19 02:59:45 Description: Jim describes how Katrina affected the organization's staffing and its many properties. "However, " he says, "we are bouncing back well". Jim points out that Katrina has crystallized his purpose at VOA: "We are focusing on affordable housing for work...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Norm Abram, master carpenter with This Old House, TV's popular home improvement program Updated: 2007-09-24 02:38:49 Description: Norm Abram, master carpenter with This Old House, TV's popular home improvement program, will be filming ten This Old House episodes here in New Orleans. The series will tell the story of several individuals who are rebuilding their homes and their l...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Charlie Martinez is General Manager of Landry's Seafood House Updated: 2007-09-30 13:51:14 Description: Charlie Martinez is General Manager of Landry's Seafood House. The only restaurant remaining on the New Orleans lakefront since Hurricane Katrina. Landry's occupies the old site of Bart's restaurant. Charlie, a New Orleans native, describes how appre...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ron Biava, Executive Director of the New Orleans Public Library Foundation Updated: 2007-08-25 13:37:07 Description: Ron Biava is the Executive Director of the New Orleans Public Library Foundation. Ron tells us they are back to about half of their pre-Katrina staff and just added their latest temporary branch on Carrollton Avenue. Ron explains how the library help...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sinesio Canseco, owner of Canseco's Esplanade Market Updated: 2007-08-19 16:15:13 Description: Sinesio Canseco is the owner of Canseco's Esplanade Market . Sinesio opened his Esplanade location on August 2, 2007, much to the delight of residents in the Faubourg St. John neighborhood. Sinesio tells us about his family's grocery business and his...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Alexis Jacknow, member of the NOLA Project, a nonprofit theatrical company Updated: 2007-07-31 01:14:09 Description: Alexis Jacknow is a member of the NOLA Project, a nonprofit theatrical company in New Orleans. She recently directed Wind in the Willows, based on Kenneth Grahame's children's classic. The play is currently running at New Orleans Reparatory Theatre....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Al Johnson, affectionately known as "Carnival Time Al Johnson", a true New Orleans musical treasure Updated: 2007-08-07 04:11:05 Description: Virtually all New Orleanians know Al Johnson affectionately as "Carnival Time Al Johnson". A genuine New Orleans musical treasure, Al wrote one of Mardi Gras' most popular songs--, "Carnival Time"-- in 1959 when he was17 years old. His latest song, "...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cindy Mandina, co-owner of Mandina's Restaurant in Mid-City New Orleans Updated: 2007-07-28 02:04:25 Description: Cindy Mandina is the co-owner of Mandina's Restaurant in Mid-City New Orleans. Mandina's defines the essence of traditional New Orleans neighborhood cooking. Cindy tell us about the damage that resulted from Hurricane Katrina and why it took so long ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Randy Feldman, President and General Manager of WYES TV Updated: 2007-07-19 21:43:40 Description: Randy Feldman is President and General Manager of WYES, one of two Public Broadcasting television stations in New Orleans. Randy describes the Herculean effort involved to get the station--a favorite of New Orleanians since 1957-- back on the air. He...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD John Blancher, owner of Rock'n' Bowl in New Orleans Mid-City Updated: 2007-07-07 23:41:41 Description: John Blancher is the owner of Rock'n' Bowl in New Orleans Mid-City. In operation since 1988, Rock'n' Bowl has become a New Orleans icon, to the delight of both young and old. John recounts how he has seen boys and girls meet on his lanes, get married...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Johnny Blancher, co-owner of Ye Olde College Inn talks about their reopening. Updated: 2007-06-30 22:33:29 Description: Johnny Blancher is co-owner of Ye Olde College Inn. When locals think of their favorite neighborhood New Orleans restaurants, College Inn is high on the list. Locals were thrilled when the restaurant re-opened following Hurricane Katrina. Johnny tell...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Teddy Pierre, masonry craftsman and vice president of the New Orleans Craft Guild Updated: 2007-06-27 03:59:20 Description: Teddy Pierre is a masonry craftsman. He describes his work restoring old tombs and explains the importance of using proper materials. Teddy is vice president of the New Orleans Craft Guild and he introduces us to guild president, Jeff Treffinger. Jef...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ivory Coco, retired streetcar motorman explains the working of this beloved New Orleans relic. Updated: 2007-05-28 20:09:18 Description: Ivory Coco, a retired streetcar motorman, operated streetcars from 1971-2004. We tour one of the St. Charles Streetcars as Ivory explains the working of this beloved New Orleans relic. He shares his scariest moment as a streetcar motorman and compare...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Beth Galante, director of Global Green talks about energy and the environment Updated: 2007-06-03 02:53:21 Description: Beth Galante is the director of Global Green in New Orleans. The local office functions as an educational center to show residents how to make their homes and businesses more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Beth shares a tip on saving ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Earl Barthé, retired plasterer and now plastering historian Updated: 2007-06-11 02:24:12 Description: Earl Barthé's family company specializes in historical plastering. Mr. Barthé, a retired plasterer himself, is now a plastering historian. Plaster is in Earl's blood: the Barthé family has been plastering since 1850. Earl tells us that his father wor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Brian Williams, popular NBC Nightly News Anchor talks about New Orleans Updated: 2007-05-18 04:08:33 Description: Brian Williams, popular NBC Nightly News Anchor, experienced Hurricane Katrina first hand when he and his crew rode out the storm in the Superdome. Brian clearly has great affection for New Orleans and its people; he tells us about his network's comm...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Leslie Kramer, owner of Equest Farm in New Orleans City Park Updated: 2007-05-02 13:00:00 Description: Leslie Kramer is the owner of Equest Farm in New Orleans City Park. Since Hurricane Katrina, many people are taking riding lessons because, as they tell Leslie,"Life is too short and I've always wanted to ride; now, finally, I am going to do it."Lesl...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Beth Ribblett co-owner of Swirl, wine shop Updated: 2007-05-05 01:39:13 Description: Beth Ribblett co-owns Swirl with Kerry Tully. The retail wine shop, located in historic Faubourg St. John, opened in 2006. Beth explains how she found the courage to embark on a new business venture post- Katrina. She tells us about her shop and desc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Susann McMahon, founder and executive director of ActiveMusic Updated: 2007-05-01 20:31:52 Description: Susann McMahon is founder and executive director of ActiveMusic, a national nonprofit fundraising organization raising money for GlobalGreen's rebuild New Orleans Green project. The fundraising auction will feature memorabilia, private performances, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Pierre Hilzim, President and CEO of Kajun Kettle and creator of Crawfish Monica Updated: 2007-05-02 17:56:27 Description: Pierre Hilzim is the President and CEO of Kajun Kettle. Many locals are devoted fans of Pierre's famous creation: Crawfish Monica. Pierre tells us how this New Orleans Jazz Fest favorite came to be, and how it got its name. Kajun Kettle produces appr...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr. Michael White, musician, historian, composer, and educator Updated: 2007-04-13 04:52:37 Description: Dr. Michael White, a musician, historian, composer, and educator, believes this is an interesting time for New Orleans music: "We are more appreciative of our traditions". Dr. White goes on to explain how brass bands give young musicians a chance to ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Judy Spellman, Gospel and Jazz singer and performer at New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival Updated: 2007-04-06 06:27:12 Description: Judy Spellman is a local singer and the daughter of New Orleans musician Benny Spellman, who was best known for his hits, "Lipstick Traces" and "Fortune Teller". Judy, who will perform at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on May 5 and 6, fir...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Valerie Robinson, chairman of the Old Algiers RiverFest Updated: 2007-04-01 03:01:35 Description: Valerie Robinson is chairman of the Old Algiers RiverFest, and President of Old Algiers Main Street Corporation. She describes how the Old Algiers RiverFest arose out of a community concert project of internationally known musician Dr. Michael White....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Reggie Scanlan, bass guitar player for the Radiators Updated: 2007-03-22 23:25:40 Description: Reggie Scanlan is the bass guitar player for the internationally known"Radiators". We have fun talking about the story behind the name"Radiators"and how the group coined the term"Fish Head Music". Reggie also comments on how Hurricane Katrina has inf...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Salvadore Serio, Vice President of the American Italian Renaissance Foundation Updated: 2007-03-16 20:02:43 Description: Salvadore Serio is the Vice President of the American Italian Renaissance Foundation which operates the Italian American Museum.The Museum showcases famous New Orleans Italians including one of New Orleans' most beloved sons, musician Louis Prima. Ma...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Fatma Aydin, with the newly opened La Vita restaurant Updated: 2007-03-07 18:48:12 Description: Fatma Aydin is an owner and the general manager of the newly opened La Vita restaurant in Fauberg St. John. Born in Turkey, Fatma has the spirit and love for New Orleans of a true Crescent City native. She radiates optimism and hope for post-Katrina ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr. Henri Roca from LSU speaks on Integrated Medicine Updated: 2007-02-09 03:48:52 Description: Dr. Henri Roca is the Section Chief for the Integrated Medicine Section at LSU Medical Center. According to Dr. Roca,"Intergrated Medicine is a form of Holistic Medicine that brings all types of complimentary modalities together with conventional med...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Monsignor Kern, Monsignor at historic Saint Louis Cathedral Updated: 2007-02-24 03:18:35 Description: Monsignor Kern is the Monsignor at historic Saint Louis Cathedral in the French Quarter. On Ash Wednesday, the Holy Day following Mardi Gras, we talked about the meaning of the Lenten Season in the Catholic faith. We also discussed the Catholic Cultu...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Charles Hamilton, president of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club Updated: 2007-02-18 03:28:00 Description: Charles Hamilton is the president of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club. Charles is a wealth of information about the organization's history. He describes Zulu's early beginnings and the memorable 1949 parade when Louis Armstrong ruled as King Zul...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD "Morgus the Magnificent"solves the New Orleans crime problem Updated: 2007-02-09 03:48:52 Description: Dr. Morgus, also known as"Morgus the Magnificent", updates us on Chopsley's love life and Chopsley's unusual way of impressing girls.We talk a little about Mardi Gras 2007, then move on to more serious discussions. Dr. Morgus has a plan to get rid of...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Arthur Hardy, New Orleans Mardi Gras authority, talks about Mardi Gras 2007. Updated: 2007-02-09 17:29:11 Description: Arthur Hardy, nationally recognized authority on New Orleans Mardi Gras, publishes "Arthur Hardy's Mardi Gras Guide". Arthur shares the good news that Mardi Gras 2007-- the second Carnival celebration since Hurricane Katrina-- will be a typical Mardi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Carlton Dufrechou is the director of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation Updated: 2007-02-02 23:44:33 Description: Carlton Dufrechou is the director of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation. Carlton describes the organization's role as catalyst and facilitator. The Foundation brings together diverse parties to achieve the common goal of creating higher water qu...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Scott Cowen, President of Tulane University Updated: 2007-02-09 03:48:52 Description: Scott Cowen is the President of Tulane University. In this interview Scott recalls how the University was on life support for the first two months following Hurricane Katrina.To ensure the University's health, he borrowed the neccesary funds to move ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mary Beth Romig with the New Orleans Convention and Visitor Bureau Updated: 2007-01-19 04:08:39 Description: Mary Beth Romig is Director of Communications and Public Relations for the New Orleans Convention and Visitor Bureau. She describes how the fully restored Convention Center is even better than before Katrina. Mary Beth explains the importance of hote...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Hokie Gajan, former Running Back for the New Orleans Saints Updated: 2007-01-09 23:57:04 Description: Hokie Gajan is a former Running Back for the New Orleans Saints football team. Hokie talks about the Saints' division championship this season and how the team has exceeded everyone's highest expectations. He also explains the role of an NFL team own...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bobby Herbert, former Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints Updated: 2007-01-12 06:14:29 Description: Bobby Herbert, former Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints, shares his thoughts on the team's upcoming playoff game. According to Bobby, the stars are lined up for the Saints. He predicts the playoff game will be similar to the team's emotional vic...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rocco Vitale III with Pyrotecnico, the fireworks display company that is donating the fireworks for New Orleans' New Year's Eve riverfront celebration. Updated: 2007-01-03 21:10:52 Description: Rocco Vitale III is the Louisiana General Manager for Pyrotecnico, a fireworks display company. The family owned company is donating the fireworks display for New Orleans' New Year's Eve riverfront celebration in the French Quarter. Rocco explains ho...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Antoinette K-Doe, Frank Glaviano, Johnny Vidacovich, Leah Chase, Morgus the Magnificent, Rob Couhig, Ronnie Virgets, and Wayne Baquet recap 2006 and share their New Year's resolutions. Updated: 2006-12-21 00:00:00 Description: I thought it might be fun to ask some of our favorite New Orleanians their thoughts on 2006, and maybe even get them to share their New Year's resolutions for 2007....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Julie LaCour, Director of Special Events for New Orleans City Park Updated: 2006-12-21 00:00:00 Description: Julie LaCour is the Director of Special Events for New Orleans City Park and organizer of"Celebration In The Oaks". She is particulary excited about the old fashioned French Christmas exhibit depicting how the French celebrate the holiday. Julia desc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Andrew Ramsey, whose family co-owns the Simon Hubig Company, takes me on a tour of their plant, where the famous Hubig's Pies are made. Updated: 2006-12-02 06:33:11 Description: The Ramsey and Bowman families co-own the Simon Hubig Company, maker of New Orleans' favorites, Hubig's Pies. Andrew Ramsey takes me on a tour of their plant, where the famous sweet treats are made. As Andrew points out, the company is about people, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Peggy Scott Laborde, host of "Steppin' Out", and Senior Producer for WYES TV Updated: 2006-12-08 17:28:35 Description: Peggy Scott Laborde, the host of "Steppin' Out", is Senior Producer for WYES, New Orleans Public Broadcasting television station. Peggy is well known for her documentaries chronicling New Orleans' history and unique culture; her latest is "Christmas ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Leah Chase, chef at Dooky Chase restaurant and culinary icon in New Orleans. Updated: 2006-11-27 04:56:25 Description: Leah Chase is the chef at Dooky Chase restaurant and a culinary icon in New Orleans. I interviewed her in her FEMA trailer, where she talked about the return of Dooky Chase. We also talked about Creole food, and the distinction between European Creol...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Tommye Myrick is the Executive Director of the New Orleans African American Museum Updated: 2006-11-19 14:59:31 Description: Tommye Myrick is the Executive Director of the New Orleans African American Museum of Art, Culture, and History. The museum, damaged during Katrina, has re-opened in Treme, an early African-American faubourg. Tommye describes the museum and explains ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Paul Soniat, Director of New Orleans City Park Botanical Gardens. Updated: 2006-11-13 16:05:47 Description: Paul Soniat is the Director of New Orleans City Park Botanical Gardens. Paul describes the damage the gardens sustained following Katrina and the generous gift that made it possible to re-open to the public in record time. Paul also talks about the o...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rob Couhig, New Orleans attorney and former mayoral candidate Updated: 2006-11-03 12:27:17 Description: Rob Couhig, a New Orleans attorney and former mayoral candidate, talks about the election, his decision to run, and his volunteer service to the mayor during Mayor Nagin's first 100 days. Rob discusses his support of subsidized home ownership over su...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr. Morgus, aka "Morgus the Magnificent" returns and raises New Orleans' I.Q. Click on the link below to hear this rare interview. Updated: 2006-10-27 13:02:30 Description: Dr. Morgus, also known as "Morgus the Magnificent", enlightens us about "Morgusian Science" and the esoteric "Higher Order". In this rare interview Dr. Morgus explains how his revolutionary sports medicine has led the New Orleans Saints to recent suc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Stephen Rehage, originator, producer, and owner of the "Voodoo Music Festival". Updated: 2006-10-20 02:23:45 Description: Stephen Rehage is the originator, producer, and owner of the "Voodoo Music Festival", one of only a few independently owned large music festivals in the country. Steve reflects on the importance of high profile festivals and events to send the messag...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ti Martin is an owner of Commander's Palace, one of New Orleans' and the country's finest dining institutions. Click on the link below to hear her interview. Updated: 2006-10-13 19:36:24 Description: Ti Martin is an owner of Commander's Palace, one of New Orleans' and the country's finest dining institutions. Ti tells us about the emotional grand opening just over a year after Katrina wreaked havoc on our famous and beloved culinary landmark. Ti ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Gary Ostroske, President of United Way for the Greater New Orleans. Part 2 of his interview Updated: 2006-10-06 17:43:30 Description: Gary Ostroske is the President of United Way for the Greater New Orleans. In part 2 of his interview, Gary talks about housing and his conviction that home ownership is the key to a thriving community. He also discusses the city's crime issue and his...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Gary Ostroske, President of United Way for the Greater New Orleans area. Updated: 2006-10-03 15:20:35 Description: Gary Ostroske is the President of United Way for the New Orleans area. Gary tells us how their Canal Street offices fared in Katrina and describes United Way's assistance in the immediate aftermath of the storm. He explains United Way's goals in our ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Anthony Bologna owner of Venezia Restaurant and Bar Updated: 2006-09-24 09:05:17 Description: Anthony Bologna, owner of Venezia Italian restaurant, talks about its much anticipated return to North Carrollton Avenue. Venezia restaurant, a beloved landmark in Mid-City New Orleans, has been a thriiving business for years on North Carrollton near...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD PART 2 - Sister Kathleen Pittman, a Sister of St. Joseph nun, she is currently working at St. Gabriel's in Gentilly. Updated: 2006-09-19 14:40:20 Description: Sister Kathleen continues her conversation about the devotion of St. Gabriel parishioners as they rebuild their lives and their parish. We also hear the story behind the mystery phone call she received during part one of the interview, and learn that...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Phyllis Bemoit principal at St. Benedict the Mooor School in Gentilly Updated: 2006-09-19 14:49:36 Description: Phyllis Benoit is the principal at St. Benedict the Moor School in Gentilly. She talks about the school's benefactors, a couple who have funded the school since 1998. Phyllis explains how this unique, non-tuition school asks for no money, but does re...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD John Lawrence, Director of Museum Programs at The Historic New Orleans Collection Updated: 2006-09-02 11:56:26 Description: The Director of Museum Programs at The Historic New Orleans Collection tells about the many aspects of the museum. John describes the current exhibit, "City of Hope", a tribute to the spirit of New Orleanians after Hurricane Katrina. He walks me thro...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sister Kathleen Pittman, a Sister of St. Joseph nun, she is currently working at St. Gabriel's in Gentilly. Updated: 2006-09-02 12:06:37 Description: Sister Kathleen recounts the French history of the order and how Sisters of St. Joseph came to be in New Orleans. Sister Kathleen is working in St. Gabriel's parish; she describes the parishioners' great commitment to rebuilding the parish, and the w...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Richard Buchsbaum, Vice President of Food and Beverage for the Audubon Nature Institute Updated: 2006-08-24 04:27:43 Description: Today we go behind the scenes at Audubon Nature Institute with Richard Buchsbaum, Vice President of Food and Beverage. Richard explains that the Audubon Nature Institute is more than just the Zoo and Aquarium as he tells us about local social events...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Richard Gruber, director of The Ogden Museum of Southern Art Updated: 2006-08-11 13:23:20 Description: Richard Gruber, director of The Ogden Museum of Southern Art, brings us up to date on upcoming exhibits. He talks about the museum's unique role in post-Katrina New Orleans and its Katrina-related exhibits during the hurricane's anniversary month of...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Stephen Villavaso New Orleans city planner Updated: 2006-08-04 16:26:28 Description: City planning is the new buzz word in New Orleans post- Katrina. Stephen Villavaso, city planner for 30 years and president of Villavaso and Associates, was just awarded a contract to develop a city-wide infrastructure plan. Stephen outlines the proc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jay Nix owner of Parkway Bakery a New Orleans tradition Updated: 2006-07-28 05:52:11 Description: Jay is the owner of Parkway Bakery and Tavern, just a block off Bayou Saint John near Esplanade Avenue. Parkway has been in operation since the early 1900's and Jay walks us through those early years. Since Parkway is famous for it's po'boy sandwiche...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Bob Becker, CEO of New Orleans City Park Updated: 2006-07-23 14:30:09 Description: Bob Becker, CEO of New Orleans City Park, opens with a brief history of how the park was founded. Bob recounts Katrina's damage to the park and shares the clean up and replanting process, and plans for the future. Lastly, Bob brings us up to speed on...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rene Brunet is the owner of the Prytania Theater Updated: 2006-07-23 14:37:24 Description: Rene Brunet is the owner of the Prytania Theater, the only independently owned single screen theater remaining in New Orleans. Rene recounts the early days of movie theaters including vaudeville. He also shares his thoughts on the New Orleans recover...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Brian Williams of NBC Nightly News Updated: 2006-07-23 13:43:56 Description: Brian Williams is the anchor on the NBC Nightly News. Brian and NBC were the only national media in the Superdome as Katrina passed. Listen as he recounts his experiences in the Superdome during Katrina. Brian also talks about the many challenges fac...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Frank Davis with WWL TV in New Orleans Updated: 2006-07-23 14:00:41 Description: If you have lived in New Orleans for any time at all, you know Frank Davis with WWL TV. Whether Frank is cooking, fishing or just being Frank, he is always "Naturally N’Awlins". Listen to Frank as he tells us how he started cooking at home at the age...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Antoinette K-Doe widow of beloved Ernie K-Doe Updated: 2006-07-23 14:24:33 Description: Antoinette K-Doe, widow of beloved New Orleans musician Ernie K-Doe, tells of her Katrina experiences and how Ernie K-Doe's Mother-in-Law Lounge fared. She describes her vision for New Orleans and New Orleans musicians. Antoinette also discusses how ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ron Kotteman, alias "The Roman Candy Man" Updated: 2006-07-23 14:33:30 Description: Ron Kotteman, alias "The Roman Candy Man", is still hitting the streets of New Orleans selling his Roman Candy. Ron reminisces about his grandfather who started the business and the adversities he had to overcome. Ron also talks about his mule, Patsy...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Arthor Hardy most well known as a Mardi Gras authority talks about his involvement with Warren Easton as a new charter school. Updated: 2006-07-23 14:42:28 Description: Most of us know Arthur Hardy as a nationally recognized authority on New Orleans Mardi Gras and publisher of "Arthur Hardy's Mardi Gras Guide". Arthur's love for the city does not stop at Mardi Gras however. He is now on the board of a New Orleans ch...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD |
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