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On December 2nd, 1942 that romantic rascal, Enrico Fermi, is under the
g...
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On today’s show, we visit Chef Brian Landry of Galatoire's to explore the
history of Réveillon, a French Christmas Eve tradition, taking place at
restaurants throughout New Orleans. We also stop by Café Adelaide, as Chef
Chris Lusk digs into his culinary roots.
During th...
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As 2011 closes and we ring in 2012, we've been busy compiling show hosts' favorite albums into a list for your perusal. Check out our recommendations to add to your collection of New Orleans, Jazz and Heritage music.
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Remember the best of 2010 with show hosts' favorite CDs of the year, compiled especially for you, our loyal listeners. Check out our recommendations to add to your collection of New Orleans, Jazz and Heritage music.
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As we approach this season of celebration, let us pause in remembrance.A
couple weeks ago musicians including Dave Bartholomew, Dr. John, Jon Cleary,
Deacon John and Wendell Brunious delivered a heart-rending series of
performances and eulogies to a small cadre of family an...
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On November 19th, Albert "Gentleman June" Gardner passed away. Known by his friends and onstage as June Gardner, he was one of a small group of band leaders that lead from the back, behind the drums, or the "boom boom" as he would call them. The memorial service will be held o...
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This month's recipe comes to us courtesy of the Louisiana Cattlemen's
Association. If you like the recipe, then check out Louisiana Cookin'
magazine. Subscribe with the promotion code wwoz2010, and they'll donate $5
to WWOZ.Makes 4 ServingsIngredients1 pound boneless beef t...
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On today’s show, we visit the Mother-In-Law Lounge on Claiborne Avenue in
the Treme for set of music by the Tin Men, followed by the New Orleans
Nightcrawlers, a brass band with serious chops.
On this week’s culinary crossroads, we visit the Blue Plate Café for a
taste o...
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