Category Archives: General

1920 Mardi Gras

What a crazy and busy year! So much to catch up on. Anyway, here is a mini documentary on Mardi Gras 1920 that I did for the local PBS station, WYES. It focuses on General John Joseph “Black Jack” Pershing’s visit … Continue reading

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For the week of November 30th to December 5th

Busy Week! On Wednesday, December 2nd from 7pm to 8pm I will be returning to Reading Between the Wines! It’s a laid-back, salon-type event moderated by Candice Huber, the owner of Tubby & Coo’s. It takes place at Pearl Wine … Continue reading

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Louisiana Book Festival

BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS! What could be better? I am very honored to take part in the 11th Annual Louisiana Book Festival in Baton Rouge this Saturday, November 1st from 10am to 5pm at the State Library of Louisiana, the State … Continue reading

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National World War II Museum Lecture

I am very excited and extremely honored to be lecturing at one of my father’s and brother’s favorite museums – the National WWII Museum. Even though my brother Bill lives in Seattle, he has a membership and visits the museum … Continue reading

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Mule in the Gutter

An Outrage To the Editor of the N.O. Times – You will greatly oblige me and other citizens by publishing the following: On returning to my office this morning, at about 12 o’clock, I found lying in the gutter, almost … Continue reading

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Unwanted Penance

My lecture on the history of Prohibition in New Orleans is Thursday, November 14th at the Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade. Free reception at 6PM sponsored by Old New Orleans Rum. They will be serving up tasty (and strong) rum … Continue reading

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The ABC’s of New Orleans

As I have mentioned in previous posts, Charles “Pie” Dufour is turning out to be one of my favorite local historians. He makes no illusions about the fact that he rarely uses primary sources, instead writing from other trustworthy scholars, … Continue reading

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SlutsUnlimited

SlutsUnlimited is an amazing, well-written, witty, honest, and brave blog written by my friend Lori. I frequently recommend this blog to friends who are going through a rough patch – particularly those who feel frustrated by trying to live up … Continue reading

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Music, music, music

Music makes the world go round… From borrowing records, making mix-tapes, burning cds to playlists. Playlists are awesome. Workout Playlist. I have extremely specific playlists for working out – specifically running. I like to start with a steady, upbeat song, … Continue reading

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Beer Slang

When beer became legal in New Orleans on April 13, 1933 after thirteen years of living an outlaw existence, the New Orleans States ran an article to instruct beer-loving consumers on proper beer lingo. Forgotten Words Are Back With New … Continue reading

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