Matt Haines

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The 10 best New Orleans podcasts to listen to while we practice social distancing

By Matt Haines / March 19, 2020

Whether you’re interested in sports, true crime, news, haunted stories, gossip, history or whatever else, there’s a local podcast for you!

NOLA’s Irish American heritage: The life and legacy of Eleanor McMain

By Matt Haines / March 10, 2020

McMain was a champion of social services and progressivism in the early 1900s.

Running (Or Walking Briskly) Into A Healthier and Happier 2020!

By Matt Haines / March 10, 2020

There’s no better time than right now to start achieving your goals and there are lots of options in New Orleans for you to run to, literally!
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Erin Go Bragh! 12 ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2020 in New Orleans

By Matt Haines / March 9, 2020

The Irish have played a huge part in building this city: by 1850, between 20% and 25% of the city was Irish!

Rugby? It’s NOLA’s newest professional sports team

By Matt Haines / March 4, 2020

What the heck are sports fans supposed to watch for the next seven months?! Well, rugby is what some are calling the fastest-growing sport in the country.

Here are the zany, unique king cakes to try in each neighborhood

By Matt Haines / February 21, 2020

Looking for crazy and unique king cakes? We’ve got the ones you should check out right here, listed by neighborhood.

Courir de Mardi Gras: How to experience Mardi Gras in Cajun Country

By Matt Haines / February 19, 2020

Only two and a half hours west on Interstate 10 is a Mardi Gras unlike anything you’ve ever seen and probably unlike anything you’ve ever imagined.

Here are 7 amazing (and local) last-minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas

By Matt Haines / February 12, 2020

We know, you forgot, because Carnival. Take a look at this list of seven local businesses that can provide you with a gift that will make your boo feel as loved as a moon pie on Mardi Gras.

MLK once sent a valentine from New Orleans to Coretta Scott King

By Matt Haines / February 12, 2020

A telegram — written in New Orleans and sent on Valentine’s Day 1957 — gives a little more insight into their relationship.

How to get around (safely) during Carnival season

By Matt Haines / February 7, 2020

Of course, we’re all about that fun. But to ensure it’s fun for everyone, we think it’s important to bring something serious up before we’re in the middle of the party.