New Orleans

The Harlem Renaissance

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Airs Saturday, February 16 at 8:00 p.m. As musicians migrated north following the close of Storyville, New Orleans infamous red-light district, many found their way to the newly revitalized city on the north shore of the Harlem River. This program feature a cross section of their music and stories.

Crescent City Blues

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Airs Wednesday, February 6 at 8 p.m. This one hour special takes listeners to the hidden world of New Orleans corner joints—bars far from the French Quarter, in neighborhoods like Central City, Treme, and Pigeontown. These clubs, patronized almost entirely by locals, nurture a resilient blues and rhythm-and-blues scene that is often overshadowed by the Crescent City’s legacy as a jazz town. They are an essential part of New Orleans’ cultural history, but they are struggling—because of the recession, the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and potentially the BP oil spill.

What Was I Thinking for November 15, 2012

Brian O' Nuanain — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:35:00 +0000

Commentator Brian

O'Nuanain reflects on a past trip to New Orleans and his love of it's unique culture.

What Was I Thinking for November 8, 2012

Brian O' Nuanain — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:35:00 +0000

Commentator Brian O'Nuanain reflects on a past trip to New Orleans and his love of it's unique culture.

What Was I Thinking with Brian O'Nuanain 4/05/2012

Brian O' Nuanain — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:35:00 +0000

Commentator Brian O'Nuanain shares his love for unique cities and the culture of New Orleans.