Join the Scott Vicknair Law Firm on the Overruled Podcast for lessons in business, law and leadership. Your hosts, David Vicknair and Brad Scott, will interview clients, friends of the firm, and many other experts to uncover fascinating details about people who are making a dent in the world in small, but beneficial ways. Along the way, David and Brad will provide some unique insight into the world of law, provide exclusive details about their work, and facilitate connections with valuable r ...
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The Louisiana Law Lady: Why Lauren Pilié Bet on Herself
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20:09Send us a text Leaving a stable job to go out on your own is never easy, especially in law. But for Lauren Pilié, the decision to launch her own personal injury practice was about more than business. It was about ownership, freedom, and the ability to connect with clients on her own terms. In this episode, Lauren shares her journey from insurance d…
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The Disciplines That Transformed My Business with Attorney Chris Keller
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38:27Send us a text What if the biggest obstacle to growing your business is… you? Chris Keller, founder of Keller Swan Injury Attorneys, shares in-depth about the wake-up call that transformed his law firm, and as a result, his life. From feeling overwhelmed and overworked to scaling a multi-state law firm with over 80 employees, Chris shares what chan…
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Avah Fobb: Lessons From a 9-Year-Old Baker & Author
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20:24Send us a text It’s not every day you meet a 9-year-old author with a love for baking and Beyoncé, but Avah Fobb is anything but ordinary. In this episode, David sits down with Avah and her mom, Jessica, to talk about their brand-new children’s cookbook, Baking with Avah: While Using Your Senses!. This isn’t just a book of recipes, it’s a sensory-r…
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The Vision Behind Luxury Studio with Dr. Angelique Arcuri
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31:15Send us a text Dr. Angelique Arcuri is more than an entrepreneur. She’s a community builder, educator, and champion for women in both the beauty and golf industries. In this episode, David sits down with Dr. Arcuri to talk about her remarkable journey from opening a salon right out of high school to becoming a certified optical specialist, beauty e…
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Fighting for Justice: Brian Katz on Courts, Legislation, and Insurance
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56:37Send us a text In this eye-opening episode, Brian Katz, personal injury attorney and President of the Louisiana Association for Justice (LAJ), joins David to unpack the truth about rising auto insurance premiums, so-called “tort reform,” and what’s really happening at the Capitol in Baton Rouge. With decades of experience in high-stakes litigation …
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Celebrating the Educational Heroes of Southeast Louisiana
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21:18Send us a text Today we’re joined by Katherine Israel, an educator with over two decades of service and the 2023 winner of our High Seas and ABCs teacher cruise giveaway. We’re so excited to have Ms. Israel in the podcast studio to be able to talk to her about her educational career, her background, and the rewarding moments th…
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From Haircuts to Donuts: The Journey of a Serial Entrepreneur feat. Thomas Matthews
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43:08Send us a text What does it really take to grow a successful business from the ground up? Today we sit down with entrepreneur Thomas Matthews for a candid conversation about the challenges, pivots, and lessons that have shaped his journey. Growing up in a large family of eight, he learned early on the value of hard work and determination. His entre…
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FOX 8 Sales Director Andy Delaporte Talks Media, Hockey & Wine
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39:48Send us a text Today we’re welcoming on a close friend of ours and someone we’ve grown to know well thanks to our shared love of wine. Join us as we sit down with Andy Delaporte, the Director of Sales for Fox 8 WVUE, to discuss a smattering of topics over a wonderful glass of Italian wine. We’ll get into his unexpected path into media and learn mor…
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The Louisiana Family Behind Two National Brands with Paul Ballard
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48:48Send us a text Some of the great restaurant and food brands in our country have roots here in Louisiana and today’s guest is hoping to continue adding to that legacy. Paul Ballard is the co-owner and co-founder of Ballard Brands, which includes PJ’s Coffee and WOW American Eats. Both brands have experienced monster growth across the country, and we…
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Send us a text We’ve made it through the chaos of another Super Bowl and are almost through another Mardi Gras, but all of that pales in comparison to the thought of an asteroid hitting Earth. That’s what scientist think could happen in 2032, albeit the chances are still extremely low. David and Brad weigh in on the fluctuating odds of impact, init…
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Celebrating 30 Years of Reginelli's: A Family Business Success
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52:20Send us a text In this week’s show, we had the pleasure of chatting with Adam Carry, the Chief Operating Officer of Reginelli's, a cherished pizza chain in New Orleans. Adam's journey with Reginelli's began in 2003, and since then, he has witnessed the remarkable growth of the company from its modest beginnings in 1996 to becoming a beloved brand w…
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Will We Learn Anything New from the JFK Files?
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26:53Send us a text The assassination of President Kennedy more than 60 years ago continues to be one of the biggest conspiracy theories in our country’s history, but we could soon discover the truth behind that dark day in Dallas. Today, David Vicknair and Brad Scott explore the complexities surrounding the JFK assassination. With recent developments r…
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Talking New Orleans Food & Sports with Chef Scot Craig
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53:30Send us a text It’s been an amazing Super Bowl week in New Orleans, and there's no better time to reflect on the city's vibrant culinary scene. To help us do that, we had the pleasure of speaking with Scot Craig, co-owner and executive chef of two incredible New Orleans restaurants: Katie's and Francesca. Scott's journey into the restaurant busines…
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The Economic Impact of the Super Bowl Coming to New Orleans
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18:33Send us a text New Orleans is set to host its 11th Super Bowl and the excitement around the city is palpable. As we get ready to welcome another huge crowd, let’s talk about what to expect this week for locals and visitors to our great city of New Orleans. With over a hundred thousand visitors expected, the economic impact is significant, projected…
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Will America Be Able to Get Inefficient Spending Under Control?
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15:42Send us a text There’s not much the different political parties agree on these days but the pervasive issue of inefficiency and wasteful spending is something everyone believes should be reined in. With the Trump administration now in office, they’re taking aim at the rising debt and exorbitant spending happening at the Federal level. Brad and Davi…
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Talking Louisiana Law, Current Events, and the Bayou with Gene Gouaux
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47:31Send us a text David sits down with his lifelong friend and esteemed colleague Gene Gouaux, Associate Professor of Business Law at Nicholls State. With deep roots in the state of Louisiana, Gouaux brings a wealth of knowledge and humor to the table and can opine on some of the most important topics in the state. Join us as we reminisce on high scho…
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How NIL is Changing World of College Sports
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25:22Send us a text The world of college sports is undergoing a seismic shift with the introduction of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals. This new era allows student-athletes to monetize their personal brand, opening doors to endorsements and financial opportunities previously unavailable. In this show, David and Brad try to tackle the complexities and …
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Where to Eat & Drink Well in New Orleans with Melissa Townsend of Milk Punch Media
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43:58Send us a text New Orleans has long been a destination for incredible food and unique cocktails, and today’s guest has married a storied journalism career with a love for New Orleans’ culture and culinary scene. We’re excited to welcome Melissa Townsend, founder and chief creative officer of Milk Punch Media, to explore her incredible career and th…
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Wellness Tips from Dr. Ben Dichiara: Simple Steps to Better Health in 2025
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32:14Send us a text If you’re looking to take a step forward with your health and wellness in 2025, New Orleans has great people and resources to help support your journey. One of those individuals is Dr. Ben Dichiara, a local chiropractor and owner of Allied Chiropractic & Wellness. He joins us today to share insights into the benefits of sports chirop…
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Social Media vs. Legacy Media in Today's World
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23:30Send us a text In today's rapidly evolving media landscape, the way we consume news is undergoing a significant transformation. Gone are the days when traditional media outlets like CNN and Fox News were the primary sources of information. Now, social media influencers are stepping into the spotlight, reshaping how we receive and perceive news. In …
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Mentorship & Leadership Lessons We Learned in 2024
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19:18Send us a text The role of mentorship when it comes to growing your business is very valuable. Being able to learn both from the mistakes and successes of other successful people in your field is something that provides you with more tools to build a successful company. In the latest episode of the Overruled podcast, David and Brad share their pers…
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Taylor Swift's New Orleans Concert Showcases the City’s Strengths
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12:42Send us a text Regardless of how you feel about Taylor Swift and her music, she’s the preeminent entertainer in the world right now and she impacts every city she visits. Even a city like New Orleans, which hosts some of the nation’s largest sporting and entertainment events, is financially impacted in a significant way. The numbers are in and it’s…
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Elevate Your Marketing Efforts with Tifiny Swedensky of Sharp Cookie
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22:02Send us a text Many business owners hesitate to invest in marketing because they lack a clear understanding of the numbers, such as cost per acquisition and customer lifetime value. But what if you looked at marketing like an investment, one that can yield significant returns if approached strategically? That’s why we wanted to sit down with Tifiny…
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Super Witch: The Small Batch New Orleans Ice Cream in High Demand
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29:18Send us a text Today we sit down with Briggs Barrios, the creative genius behind Super Witch Ice Cream, to explore the fascinating journey of transforming a passion into a thriving business. Briggs, who once consumed five to six pints of ice cream weekly in his quest for easy calories, has turned his love for the frozen treat into a burgeoning ente…
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Social Media’s Impact on Gen Z & Career Growth
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17:46Send us a text A recent study revealed that many Gen Z graduates are unprepared for job interviews, struggling with eye contact, appropriate dress, and even bringing parents to interviews. These behaviors are causing employers to hesitate in hiring younger candidates. So what’s to blame? Brad and David discuss how social media, particularly platfor…
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New Orleans Crime Rate Down Ahead of Super Bowl
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15:43Send us a text Violent crime has been going down nationwide, but it’s been falling at a much faster rate here in New Orleans. We don’t celebrate the positive as much as we should so today we want to highlight the efforts of people and organizations across the city who have been making a significant impact ahead of the Super Bowl in 2025. Join David…
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Send us a text On our last show, we introduced you to one member of Scott Vicknair. Today we’re going to turn the spotlight on Brad Scott, co-owner and one of the leading estate attorneys in Louisiana. David will serve as our interviewer to find out more about Brad’s background in law and hear stories like his eye-opening day trading experience. Fr…
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Send us a text Today we want to take a step back and share more about who we are and how we got here. So instead of bringing on a guest from the community, we’re shining the spotlight on David and the journey he’s made from his roots in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Brad will serve as our interviewer to find out more about David’s background in law and the…
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Is the Decision to Ban Noncompetes Good or Bad?
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23:26Send us a text The FTC made headlines recently with their decision to ban noncompete agreements, and the reactions have been strong on both sides. In this episode, David and Brad will tackle the hot-button issue and the legal ramifications. Noncompete agreements have long been a staple in employment contracts, designed to prevent employees from jum…
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Finding Personal & Professional Success with Attorney Mike Alder
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45:30Send us a text We’re excited to welcome on Mike Alder, a Louisiana-born, California-based trial lawyer who’s found success through mentorship, giving, and humility. In this episode of the Overruled podcast, Mike shares his path from LSU to sunny California, his trials and triumphs, and the importance of being a mentor. Discover how embracing failur…
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The Business of Podcasting with Robert Ingalls of LawPods
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48:59Send us a text Ever wondered how to turn your professional expertise into a magnetic podcast that captures and nurtures leads? Join us as we sit down with Robert Ingalls, the founder and CEO of LawPods, to explore the ins and outs of podcasting for lawyers and other professionals. Ingalls, a self-described 'recovering attorney,' has shifted gears f…
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Bringing Sneakers Back to Life with Micah Smith
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46:41Send us a text Step into the world of modern shoe cobbling with Micah Smith, the man behind KIXXSOCLEAN, as he takes us through his entrepreneurial journey. From pandemic beginnings to a thriving storefront, discover how Micah's unique blend of traditional shoe cobbling and modern sneaker culture revitalizes cherished footwear. Micah is incredible …
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Mid City Pizza: Bringing New York Flavor to the Big Easy
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34:56Send us a text In our latest episode, we're breaking bread with Anthony Cortello, the new co-owner of Mid City Pizza, to discuss how he's firing up the ovens and infusing his New York City culinary skills into every slice they’ll be serving New Orleans. We tried the pizza for one of our pizza reviews on YouTube and wanted to bring him on to learn m…
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Louisiana BBQ That is Literally Saving Lives
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36:19Send us a text Louisiana is known for its tremendous cuisine, but today’s episode will spotlight a barbecue team that’s helping save lives through their cooking. The Swine Krewe is a nonprofit organization based in New Orleans that helps raise money for children battling brain cancer across the country. Every dollar they raise helps advance the Hog…
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Exploring Leadership: Authenticity, Culture, & Growth Strategies with Claire Chandler
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46:53Send us a text Every good leader is always looking for ways to improve personally and professionally, and we love using this platform to provide opportunities to grow these skills. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Claire Chandler, a leadership coach and consultant with Talent Boost, who brings a wealth of knowledge on the unique challenges …
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What Makes a Leader Great with Adrian Koehler
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48:25Send us a text No matter what line of work you’re in or what level of employee you are, leadership will always be valued but it’s not easily achieved. Today’s guest is a business coach who has direct and honest conversations with business leaders all the time about how they can get better. Join us to hear more about the complexities of leadership t…
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How New Orleans is Tackling the Enormous Waste of Mardi Gras
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42:51Send us a text Can the spirit of Mardi Gras embrace an environmentally sustainable future? We sat down with Brett Davis, Founding Director of Grounds Krewe, to unravel the enigma of Mardi Gras' environmental footprint. Our chat uncovers the staggering waste from the festivities and examines how this incredible event generates nearly 3 million pound…
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Current Events: Wild Stories & the Rise of Misinformation
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24:39Send us a text Join us on a rollercoaster ride through the world's strangest happenings in our Weird Circle News segment, where we explore the bizarre, the hilarious, and the downright unbelievable. From an Italian court's eviction of two grown sons to the unexpected outcome of a football game following the ejection of a fan in a penis costume, we'…
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Preserving Louisiana’s Culture & History with Kyle Crosby
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35:40Send us a text If you’re into Louisiana’s history, culture, and folklore, you’ll want to checkout our guest today, Kyle Crosby, the founder of Louisiana Dread. If you haven’t seen any of their productions before, they are a history company with a very active following on social media and YouTube, but more importantly, they produce some incredibly i…
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How the Orleans Shoe Co. Has Evolved & Thrived as an Independent Business
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43:26Send us a text Today we welcome on Phil and Renee Piediscalzo, owners of Orleans Shoe Co., to hear about their journey of starting and growing their independent shoe business. They have become good friends of ours and we love spotlighting great local business owners and great families, which they are both. We’ll discuss the challenges they’ve faced…
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Analyzing Two High-Profile Tech & Finance Legal Cases
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23:07Send us a text Two huge legal cases have captured the attention of David and Brad, and that gives us the perfect chance to dive into the fascinating and complex world of technology, antitrust laws, and high-profile financial scandals. Both guys will weigh in on the antitrust actions filed against Google along with the incredible story of FTX and Sa…
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A Deep Dive Into the Louisiana Insurance Market: Rising Costs & Policy Concerns
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41:28Send us a text Today we want to spend some time on a serious problem for homeowners and business owners in the state of Louisiana, and that’s the current insurance market. Listen in as we take you through the complexities and recent developments dealing with insurance in the state. With skyrocketing premiums and claiming challenges, we examine the …
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Leading with Purpose: Voris Vigee's Mission in Philanthropy
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41:22Send us a text Today’s guest is someone we respect greatly and have really looked up to as we’ve gotten to know her more and more over the years. Voris Vigee is the president and CEO of Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana and someone who has been serving New Orleans and the state for decades. In this episode, we’ll spend time talking with Vor…
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7 Business Tips & Alien Conspiracy Theories
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29:42Send us a text Are you ready to take a journey through the landscape of business success and the intriguing world of alien conspiracy theories? Then buckle up, because we’re on both ends of the spectrum for this episode. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 0:00 – Intro 0:27 – David’s love for Shark Tank 2:23 – 7 tips for business succes…
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Boot Krewe Media: From Passion to Profession with Ross Thevenot
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46:39Send us a text The old saying about finding something you love and you’ll never work a day in your life applies perfectly to our guest today. Ross Thevenot is a co-founder of the fast-rising Boot Krewe Media, which has grown from a passion project to a well-known digital media company serving sports fans in New Orleans. There’s a lot to learn from …
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From Bedside to Boardroom: Ochsner Health Chief Nursing Officer Tracey Moffatt
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48:04Send us a text Today we’re excited to welcome on a good friend and someone who’s making a big impact on the healthcare system in Louisiana. Tracey Moffatt, MHA, BSN is the System Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) and Vice President for Quality at Ochsner Health (OH) headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and she’s joining us to talk about her compellin…
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Obsessive Heat and the Rise in New Home Construction
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19:16Send us a text We’re pushing through the peak of the summer heat and it’s wearing on us like it does everyone else in New Orleans. So much so that we’re going to talk about it on the show today along with the big uptick in new home construction. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 0:00 – Intro 0:27 – Navigating this heat wave 3:09 – The…
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The Intriguing Life Journey of Steve Rehage: From NFL Stardom to Music Industry Success
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42:52Send us a text In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting the charismatic and multi-talented Steve Rehage, founder of Rehage Entertainment. From his formidable days as a football player at LSU, his career in the NFL, to his successful transition into the music industry, Steve’s story is a compelling one that’s rooted right here in New Orleans.…
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Evolving Your Health – Tips for Improved Fitness & Exercise with Blake Barbera
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30:20Send us a text Each of us faces that daily struggle of balancing work and family while trying to find time to address our health and fitness needs. It’s often easier to learn to live with the pain rather than taking the time to find someone who can help you. That’s why we wanted to bring on a good friend of ours to address a problem that needs impr…
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Analyzing Legalities in Sports and Retail with Caitlin Carrigan
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41:03Send us a text Join us on this episode as we navigate through the complex and intriguing world of golf and law, with our senior litigation attorney, Caitlin Carrigan. Listen in as we dissect the ongoing battle between LIV Golf and the PGA Tour, touching on Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund's involvement in the mix. Plus, we'll sound off on the …
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