From kangaroos to Carnival, Rick focuses on the attractions of Australia, and the celebrations surrounding Mardi Gras parties and parades in New Orleans. Rick explores Aussie culture and New Orleans with Lonely Planet experts. We'll also hear how Mardi Gras is a series of celebrations for all ages, and why it's so important in helping revive the spi ... Show More
Mar 2025
Mardi Gras in the Bayou - by KeriAnne Jelinek
Join Remy the raccoon and his friends for an unforgettable Mardi Gras celebration in the heart of the bayou!
Together, they create masks, build a dazzling float, and discover the joy of teamwork and tradition.With glowing lanterns, jazzy tunes, and colorful beads, this enchanting ... Show More
6m 43s
Jul 2022
NEW ORLEANS Ep. 1 | “The Digby Kidnapping”
In 1870, a kidnapping shocked and terrified New Orleans. For two months, the city searched for 17-month-old Mollie Digby. The case made national news and raised the tension in a city that was already on edge during the Reconstruction Era. Then the ordeal finally ended, there wer ... Show More
34m 57s
Sep 19
Lift a Stein and Raise Your Spirits at Ocktoberfest
Oktoberfest celebrations in Washington state vary, with popular events like the massive, Munich-style Oktoberfest Northwest in Puyallup featuring authentic food, beer, and traditional and rock music, and the Bavarian-themed Leavenworth Oktoberfest, which transforms the town into ... Show More
26m 11s
Jan 2025
Leo, Bodysuits & Running Times
Where does Chat GPT get off? Yet again, it's taking shots at the expense of this podcast and it's not on. Joanne, still in Cape Town, has a great idea for Valentines Day and Vogue stacked it on a run in the park. Plus, an embarrassing encounter, J-Lo & Kevin Costner and the wonde ... Show More
46m 31s
Mar 2024
796: Over the Rainbow, Rock Hudson, & Quantum Leap
We start with a rummage through the old mail bag with some feedback from listeners about recent episodes. Yikes. We hear why some people think Over the Rainbow was plagiarized, but others think it's similarities are a coincidence. We discuss some famous musical thefts and how all ... Show More
1h 3m