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Etosha McGee and Charles Miller
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The Future of Bywater: Inside New Orleans’ Massive Redevelopment
Charles Miller is a political analyst and co-host of Pelican Briefs. Alongside Etosha McGee, we break down the long-awaited redevelopment of the Bywater Naval Base, one of New Orleans’ most notorious…
The Fight to Preserve Louisiana French Culture
Nous Foundation focuses on preserving and promoting Louisiana’s French heritage through cultural programming, education, and the arts. On this episode of Pelican Briefs, hosts Etosha McGee and…
Why Old Gretna’s New Brewpub Project Is So Controversial
Etosha McGee and Charles Miller are the hosts of Pelican Briefs, where we break down the stories shaping Louisiana and the New Orleans region. We take a closer look at Old Gretna on the West Bank,…
The Louisiana Legislative Session Is Back — Here’s What Could Happen
Etosha McGee and Charles Miller are the hosts of Pelican Briefs, where we break down the political stories shaping Louisiana. This conversation focuses on the upcoming Louisiana Legislative Session…
Is North Baton Rouge Finally Getting the Investment It Deserves?
Etosha McGee and Charles Miller are the hosts of Pelican Briefs, and they break down what’s happening in Baton Rouge—specifically the long-awaited redevelopment of North Baton Rouge. We dig into the…
Is New Orleans East the Key to the City’s Future?
Etosha McGee and Charles Miller are the hosts of Pelican Briefs, and this week, we break down the future of New Orleans East. We dig into the promises made during the recent mayoral race around…
Celebrate Canal! Coalition and the Future of Canal Street in New Orleans
Celebrate Canal! Coalition is a resident-driven initiative working to reimagine Canal Street as a place that truly serves the people who live and work in New Orleans. We break down how this…
New Orleans’ New Mayor Helena Moreno and the City’s Next Chapter
Helena Moreno is the newly elected Mayor of New Orleans, and we break down what her first few weeks in office are signaling for the city. We talk through what she’s inheriting from the previous…
How Community Colleges Are Reshaping Louisiana’s Workforce
Community colleges in Louisiana are doing far more than most people realize, and we’re breaking down why they matter now more than ever. This week, we lean on Charles’s perspective as a professor at…
Why New Orleans’ First Traditional Public School in 20 Years Is Struggling
Leah Chase School is New Orleans’ first traditional public school run by the Orleans Parish School Board in nearly 20 years, and its early struggles have sparked a much bigger conversation. We break…
Gayle Benson and the Future of the New Orleans Pelicans
Gayle Benson is the owner of the New Orleans Saints and the New Orleans Pelicans, and this episode breaks down what her leadership means for the future of professional sports in New Orleans. We dig…
What Xavier's New Medical School Could Mean For Healthcare in Louisiana
Xavier University of Louisiana is launching a new medical school in partnership with Ochsner Health, and we break down why this is a major moment for higher education, healthcare equity, and economic…
Can 50 Cent Revitalize Shreveport?
50 Cent is becoming one of the most powerful private players in downtown Shreveport. We break down how Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has quietly acquired more than 20 properties, signed ultra-low-cost…
How UL Lafayette's Budget Crisis Is Impacting the University
We're back with an update on the UL Lafayette budget crisis. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is facing major financial and leadership shifts, and we’re breaking down exactly what’s…
Major Setbacks in NOLA River District Development
Charles and Etosha break down the latest twists in the River District development. We revisit the original plans, what’s actually been built, and why the project has stalled, including litigation,…
Archdiocese Bankruptcy Update: $230M Settlement For Abuse Survivors
Call or text the Childhelp abuse hotline on 800-422-4453 or visit their website for more resources and to report child abuse or DM for help. For adult survivors of child abuse, help is available…
The Michelin Guide Comes to New Orleans
We break down the Michelin Guide’s debut in the American South, how a tire company became the global standard for fine dining, and what the first New Orleans results mean. We cover the big wins and…
Governor Landry's Push for the National Guard in Louisiana Cities
President Trump’s recent decision to deploy troops into U.S. cities has sparked nationwide debate, and Louisiana may be next. We break down what’s really happening, why Governor Landry has requested…
What Does UNO's Return to the LSU System Mean for the University?
The University of New Orleans is making headlines after officially moving from the University of Louisiana System back to the LSU System. We sit down to unpack what this shift really means for the…
UL Lafayette's $25 Million Budget Deficit Explained
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is facing a $25 million budget deficit and we’re unpacking what’s really going on behind the numbers. Etosha, a proud UL alum, and Charles break down how a…
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