When people talk about which parts of New Orleans are desirable, you often hear the phrase, “block by block.” Meaning, in blighted parts of town there are bright spots. And in the nicer parts of town there are areas that are not so great. Two parts of town that have been commercially block by block…
Read MoreLovers of Americana music can go no further South than Melbourne, Australia, the home base of the Americana band Lachlan Bryan and the Wildes. Playing original compositions of front man Lachlan Bryan, in 2014 they’ve won Best Country Album, Best Group, and Best Alt Country Album of the year from three national bodies in…
Read MoreWith a Cajun French name like Sophie Lafayette, you might be surprised that not only is Sophie not French, or Cajun, she lives in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. What is even more intriguing is that Sophie is an avid New Orleans lover and regular Happy Hour listener, but has never been to New Orleans. On…
Read MoreNo matter which era of recent U.S. history we look back on, we seem to be constantly working on two issues healthcare and education. The debate at the center of these discussions is often financial. Where is Federal or state money for reform going to come from And if reform is privately funded, how are…
Read MoreBy the end of this show you’ll be able to say “Hi, how are you?” in Swahili, French, and Manadarin. This frst ever tri-lingual Happy Hour is not recommended listening if you are easily intimidated by the awesome achievements and amazing life experiences of others. If, however, you find sharing of diverse tales over cocktails…
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