365. Shawanda Marie, Part 1

365. We talk to Shawanda Marie, who is a cooking storyteller. "I was born into a family of very creative and talented folks. Some are visual artists, others amazing cooks, educators and then there are the musicians. All artists in their own right. After years of self discovery, I learned that I lean into multiple expressions of creativity and enjoy them equally. I spent so much time wrangling over where I'd place my focus, but I couldn't decide. Actually I refused to decide because I desire to explore them all, bringing their flavors together like a really good pot of gumbo. So here I am. My name is Shawanda Marie and I want to share my true love with you. I am the owner and creative mind behind New Orleans Creole Story Pot. Here, I infuse elements of theater performance, storytelling, visual art, education, cultural exploration, music and of course culinary art! I love to facilitate joy and see people smiling and happy. Nothing accomplishes that like good food."

1. This week in Louisiana history.  May 16, 1929. 15 senators signed a pledge to block the attempt to impeach Gov. Huey Long.
2. This week in New Orleans history. May 16, 1932. In just 17 months, H. Long's new state capitol was completed, dedicated, and opened during the inauguration of Gov. O.K. Allen.
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Mudbug Madness Festival
   May 22nd, 2020 - May 24th, 2020
   Festival Plaza
   101 Crockett St.,
   Shreveport, LA 71101
   318-226-5641
   Website | Email
   Mudbug Madness Festival is a three day festival celebrating Louisiana crawfish and cuisine, along with great entertainment on three stages at Festival Plaza in downtown Shreveport. Mudbug Madness is nationally recognized as one of the Southeast Tourism Society's Top 20 Events, drawing more than 50,000 people a day. The festival created renewed interest in Louisiana's rich cultural heritage of good food, Cajun music and entertainment.
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Les Getrex, The Creole Cooking Band.

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364. Jeffrey Barrois

364. Jeffrey Barrois returns. We discuss the next steps for progressives following the end of the Bernie Sanders campaign. Jeff is a fellow podcaster, hosting "Good Morning Comrade," in New Orleans. He is also active in the DSA (Democratic Socialists of Americe), a union activist, and a school teacher in Jefferson Parish. Today he interviews Bruce aboutr Huey Long, his career and politics, and we consider ways that we can tap into the Long legacy today. This interview was originally broadcast on Louisiana Anthology Podcast Youtube Channel.

1. This week in Louisiana history. May 10, 1781. Formal surrender of Pensacola to Galvez.
2. This week in New Orleans history. The Navarre neighborhood of the South Lakeview Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 9, 2002.
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival
   May 8th, 2020 - May 10th, 2020
   Memorial Park
   301 N. 6th St.,
   Ponchatoula, LA 70454
   800-917-7045
   Website
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Maude Caillot and the Afrodesiacs.

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363. Jaya McSharma

363. We talk to Jaya McSharma. Jaya returns to the podcast, this time wearing her PPE to let us know how the corona virus response is going in North Louisiana. She also tells us how to protect ourselves from the virus, as well as giving us some helpful tips about what to do if we do catch it.

1. This week in Louisiana history. May 2, 1862. Gen Benjamin Butler's Order #28 is issued.
2. This week in New Orleans history. UNO's Senator Nat G. Kiefer University of New Orleans Lakefront Arena opened on November 1, 1983. In August 2005, as a result of massive damages sustained during Hurricane Katrina, the building closed for repairs for nearly three years. The arena held its grand re-opening May 2, 2008. Disney's "High School Musical: The Ice Tour" was the first show to perform.
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Cruisin Cajun Country Cruise
   May 13th, 2020 - May 16th, 2020
   
   Ramada Conference Center

   2915 Hwy 14

   New Iberia, LA 70560
   337-277-7220
   Website
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Big Mike and the R & B Kings.

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362. Anne Delery McWhorter, Part 2

362. Anne Delery McWhorter returns to the Louisiana Anthology Podcast to give us an update on coping with the quarantine when you're cooped up together. Anne has served on the Parent Advisory Panel at Ochsner Health Care Systems, the Child Health Advisory Panel at Kingsley House, the Restoration Re-Entry Programs and Services, the Member Autism Task Force YMCA of Greater New Orleans. She is the owner and founder at Quiet Calm, LLC.

1. This week in Louisiana history. April 25, 1870. The Cincinnati Red Stockings play five games in New Orleans (April 25-30), continuing their undefeated streak before losing to the Brooklyn Athletics, 8-7, on June 14, 1870.
2. This week in New Orleans history. Federal troops captured New Orleans on April 25, 1862.  
3. This week in Louisiana.
   The Italian Festival Inc.
   April 24th, 2020 - April 26th, 2020
   50081 Hwy. 51 North
   Tickfaw, LA 70466
   800-542-7520
   Website
   Annual Italian celebration featuring delicious Italian food, a spaghetti cook-off, live music on two stages, carnival rides, food booths, games, arts & crafts and more. The Italian Festival is held annually in Tickfaw, LA on the last full weekend in April. 
4. Postcards from Louisiana. The Faubourg Playboys.

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361. Anne Delery McWhorter

361. We talk to Anne Delery McWhorter about her activism concerning autism in Louisiana. Anne has served on the Parent Advisory Panel at Ochsner Health Care Systems, the Child Health Advisory Panel at Kingsley House, the Restoration Re-Entry Programs and Services, the Member Autism Task Force YMCA of Greater New Orleans. She is the owner and founder at Quiet Calm, LLC.

1. This week in Louisiana history. April 18, 1862. Union fleet begins barrage of Forts Jackson and St. Phillip.
2. This week in New Orleans history. A time capsule was sealed on April 19, 1996 during New Orleans Public Library's celebration of its centennial.
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Battle of Pleasant Hill Reenactment
   April 17th, 2020 - April 19th, 2020
   Pleasant Hill Battlefield
   23271 Hwy. 175,
   Pelican, LA 71063
   318-658-5785
   Website
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. The Phunky Monkeys.

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360. Joan DeJean

360. We talk to Joan DeJean about her article in 64 Parishes on the forced emigration of brides from France to Louisiana. Joan focuses on the life of Marie Baron, who was sent to the New World in chains to be a bride for one of the Frenchmen there. She survived the voyage and married Jean Roussin, a farmer living near Natchez, only to lose him and their eldest son in the Natchez Massacre. Listen to the podcast to hear the full story.

1. This week in Louisiana history. April 11, 1833. Capt. Shreve begins cleaning the Great Raft on the Red River.
   
2. This week in New Orleans history. Treme, the television drama series created by David Simon and Eric Overmyer. which follows the interconnected lives of a group of New Orleanians in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, premiered on HBO on April 11, 2010.
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Scott Boudin Festival
   April 17th, 2020 - April 19th, 2020
   Grounds near City Hall
   125 Lions Club Rd.
   Scott, LA 70583
   337-233-1130
   Website
   The Scott Boudin Festival invites everyone to come enjoy this fun, social event. From the young to the young-at-heart, all folks can participate in the activities of the weekend. We will have a variety of food vendors offering their delicious Cajun cuisine, and a musical line up to bring our festival to life. So come by and have a taste of BOUDIN, enjoy great entertainment, exciting carnival rides, other activities and all that Scott has to offer in a wonderful family-oriented atmosphere.
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Chicken on the Bone.

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359. Marita Woywon Crandle

359. We talk to Marita Woywod Crandle about her book New Orleans Vampires: History and Legend. Marita also owns the Boutique du Vampyre at 709 ½ St. Ann St., New Orleans, LA 70116. It is the first vampire-themed store in New Orleans, the place where vampires shop. The boutique features items crafted by local artists. Some of the items include stained glass bats and gargoyles, gothic jewelry, hats, capes and costumes created by our seemstress Lady Angelic, and our famous fortune candles that we have to select for each customer. Visiting the boutique is an experience you will never forget. We like to keep our customers for eternity. During the coronavirus quarantine, you can support Marita by shopping at her website.

1. This week in Louisiana history. April 4, 1764. First official announcement in d'Abadie's journal of Acadians arrival in Louisiana (20 families from New York).
2. This week in New Orleans history. On April 4, 1812, the Territory of Orleans, which had been organized in 1804, was admitted to the Union as the 18th State. It was not contiguous to any other state, since Mississippi was not admitted until 1817, Arkansas until 1836, and Texas in 1845. 
   
3. This week in Louisiana.
   Louisiana Railroad Days Festival
   April 9th, 2020 - April 11th, 2020
   DeQuincy Railroad Museum Park
   400 Lake Charles Ave.
   DeQuincy, LA 70633
   337-263-3468
   Website
   
4. Postcards from Louisiana. Interview with Dayna Pirso of the Queen Cake Band.

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