National WWII Museum in New Orleans – Episode #70

Photo from United but Unequal: I am an American exhibit. Display depicts suitcases carried by Japanese Americans carried to internment camps. Photo courtesy of National WWII Museum.

National WWII Museum in New Orleans Did you know the National WWII Museum is in New Orleans? What’s the connection to WWII and New Orleans? Come along as we explore the museum and learn the answers to these questions and more! Today’s guest is Dr. Robert Citino, Senior Historian at the National WWII Museum. Dr.… Continue reading National WWII Museum in New Orleans – Episode #70

The History of Bourbon Street – Episode #68

View down Bourbon Street, c1900, courtesy Library of Congress and Bourbon Street: A History by Richard Campanella

The History of Bourbon Street Today’s episode is about the most famous street in New Orleans. I originally planned this show as an April Fools’ edition, since the podcast is called Beyond Bourbon Street. As I started my research, however, I quickly came to the realization there wasn’t much written about the actual street. I was… Continue reading The History of Bourbon Street – Episode #68

18 Fun Facts About New Orleans

18 Fun Facts About New Orleans On this episode of Beyond Bourbon Street, we dive into 18 fun facts about New Orleans, its history, and the people who call it home. What do ice, dental floss, and pharmacies have in common? How about opera and the game of craps? The Superdome and the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway… Continue reading 18 Fun Facts About New Orleans

How Bourbon Street Happened, a Discussion with Richard Campanella

View down Bourbon Street, c1900, courtesy Library of Congress and Bourbon Street: A History by Richard Campanella

All About Bourbon Street Today’s episode is about the most famous street in New Orleans. I originally planned this show as an April Fools’ edition, since the podcast is called Beyond Bourbon Street. As I started my research, however, I quickly came to the realization there wasn’t much written about the actual street. I was about… Continue reading How Bourbon Street Happened, a Discussion with Richard Campanella