The Mississippi River Batture Today’s episode is all about the people who live and have lived along the sliver of land between the levee and the Mississippi River called the batture. 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… Continue reading They Called Us River Rats – Episode #156
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1984 World’s Fair in New Orleans
The 1984 World’s Fair in New Orleans Did you know New Orleans hosted a World’s Fair in 1984? Or, that it was actually the 2nd fair held in New Orleans? Join me and NOLA.com journalist Mike Scott for a look back at 1984. We’ll explore the World’s Fair and find out what’s at that location… Continue reading 1984 World’s Fair in New Orleans
Bienville’s Dilemma and the Founding of New Orleans – Episode #53
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… Continue reading Bienville’s Dilemma and the Founding of New Orleans – Episode #53
Abraham Lincoln and His Travels to New Orleans
Abraham Lincoln’s Travels to New Orleans 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… Continue reading Abraham Lincoln and His Travels to New Orleans
New Orleans’ 2nd Oldest Neighborhood – Algiers Point
Historic Algiers Point – New Orleans’ Best Kept Secret In this episode, I talk with Mark Rosenbaum, the owner and artist behind Rosetree Blown Glass. Mark and I discuss Algiers Point, New Orleans’ 2nd oldest neighborhood. Mark is a resident of the Point and an active member of the community. Never heard of Algiers Point?… Continue reading New Orleans’ 2nd Oldest Neighborhood – Algiers Point