Hotard Huddle Podcast

On episode 37, I am joined by two of my best friends to discuss one of our favorite events of the year...the SUPER BOWL! We unpack all the storylines and everything leading up to Super Bowl LV.  Thank you to Hotard Huddle’s dope sponsors: Cheers for Ears – Email Your Order mention Hotard Huddle for a 10% discount Facebook:  Click Here IG:  Click Here Email: cheersforears@outlook.com...

On episode 36, I discuss the three part 2020 recap that I posted to the blog. I asked on FB and IG for questions you would like answered. For the first episode of 2021, I kick it off with a little Q+A. Thank you to Hotard Huddle’s dope sponsors: Cheers for Ears – Email Your Order mention Hotard Huddle for a 10% discount Facebook:  Click Here IG:  Click Here Email: cheersforears@outlook.c...

On episode 35, Comedian Steve Hofstetter drops by. Steve has been featured on pods like Joe Rogan so I appreciate him making time for me. We discuss his upcoming tour (barring Covid), which he described as dark. Steve has made a name for himself with how he handles hecklers and trolls. As he says, you're not going to punch a boxer so why try to outwit a comedian?  Thank you to Hotard Huddle’s...

On episode 34, Wildkat Sports' own Chuck Devine joins me to discuss how he got his start in wrestling, influences on his character and Covid's impact on live shows.  Thank you to Hotard Huddle’s dope sponsors: Cheers for Ears – Email Your Order mention Hotard Huddle for a 10% discount Facebook:  Click Here IG:  Click Here Email: cheersforears@outlook.com 985 Products – Use Discount...

On episode 33, Stumblebee is back for the second time to discuss all things AEW. Who better to discuss the current announcement of AEW Games than the gaming YouTuber himself!? As my former co-host of Top Rope Talk with the legendary KNSU at THE Nicholls State University, it was only natural to bring my partner in crime when it comes to professional wrestling back for this one. Thank you to Hotard...

On episode 32, I talk with my former roommate Dr. Solomon Tention about his journey to self discovery. Through Covid, Sol wrote his very first book called the King in Me which is available on Amazon (click here to purchase) . It describes his journey to finding his confidence in order to lead others. We discuss some of the issues like anger that he had growing up. Being able to harness his emotion...

On episode 31, I chat with Maryclaire Manard, founder and owner of Cluey Consumer. Download Cluey Consumer in the app store to educate yourself on the products you buy or subscribe to. The app is designed to help you make informed decisions about purchases predicated on the 3 P's (Politics, People and Planet).  Follow Cluey Consumer on Facebook, IG and Linkedin Visit clueyconsumer.com This ep...

On episode 30, I chat with Corey Ross about his two faces of photography. He calls them passion projects. He discusses running two brands of photography. One (Ciggy 2 The Photographer) specializes in the arena of extreme sports and graffiti art. The other (C.B. Ross) specializes in events and family shoots. We talk about the buildup to those. We also chat about the challenges of parenting during C...

On episode 29, I sit down with my old advisor, Nicki Boudreaux, from my sports editor days at the Nicholls Worth for THE Nicholls State University. We discuss the current state of the media versus consumers. We open the floodgates to discuss topics such as media literacy, cognitive dissonance and confirmation bias. Visit hotardhuddle.com for more.  Sponsors: Cheers for Ears  Music: Tange...

On episode 28, I fly solo talking about some of the things going on my life. The first half I talk about how Covid slowed up plans for moving and now they have sped back up. I talk about the idea of leaving my hometown and why I need to get out. On the second half, I discuss the NBA Playoffs and Week 1 of the NFL Season. For more visit hotardhuddle.com  This episode is sponsored by Cheers for...

On episode 27, Lance Arnold joins the pod to discuss nolasome.com and his love for New Orleans, teaching news in 2020 and shares some of his bits from his stand-up comedy. For more, visit hotardhuddle.com. 

On Episode 26, Coffee and Norco Owner Herb DeLeon joins me to discuss how he has shifted focus to make money for his business during the pandemic. We talk about how Coffee and Norco got started after being kicked out of a location in favor of Starbucks. We also discuss his Head Coaching position at Newman in New Orleans along with his experience with Louisiana Fire. For more, visit hotardhuddle.co...

John is a business management consultant who helps business across the country help establish their brand within their communities. He has successfully launched several businesses himself including Kerry's Wine Club, 985 Products and Bayou Report. We discuss business, journalism and more on episode 25. 

On episode 24, I am joined by Kyle Crosby, who works in the film as an actor, writer, producer and director. Working a typical 9-5 in downtown New Orleans, he looked out his window one day with movie sets on both sides of the street and realized that is where he wanted to be. An affinity for horror movies thanks to Godzilla which has a personal connection, he fell in love with the genre. He is cur...

On episode 23, I sit down with Chef Marlon Williams. Marlon owns Chicken's Kitchen Catering (chickenskitchen.com) and he serves up some great dishes. From getting fired as a manager at Family Dollar to being fired from a construction company after calling out some higher ups to launching his successful company, he tells all in his journey. Marlon also happens to be a great friend of mine as we oft...

On Episode 22, I sit down with my former work colleague and friend Trevor Rice. Trevor and I met working for Sunburst Media where we would cut up commercials and obnoxiously recite The Rock's best wrestling promos. We talked about the Trevor's radio career and the shock of moving from Iowa down to Houma, LA. Now, Trevor is on the East Coast where he hosts the show/podcast Heartland Sports covering...

On Episode 21, I sit down with my high school buddy Matt Pinero. Matt is the head coach for the St. Paul's Wolves wrestling team. We dive into his first gig as head coach which includes 5th place and runner up state finishes. Matt's career ended abruptly early in high school due to health concerns. He turned to coaching which led to where he is now. It also landed him a role teaching John Cena how...

On Episode 20, I sit down with one of the coolest cats around, my cousin Mike Stant. Mike comes from a family with a football pedigree. He and his two brothers all played major college football. One of them even got a crack in the NFL for the New Orleans Saints. Mike and I discuss growing up in the glory days of New Orleans East athletics. Mike went on to have a great football career taking him to...

On episode 19, I sit down with my oldest friend Michael Budde aka Tangent Infinity. He just released his first album in 2020 called Hi There, which you can find on all major streaming services. We dive into his inspiration on creating the album, his artist and everything in between. For more from Hotard Huddle, visit hotardhuddle.com 

On episode 18, I was joined by my friends Danny Hillmann, Matt Labatut and Courtland Taylor for a mock draft. We each took over for multiple franchises holding 8 picks each in the first round. We had freedom to trade and draft what we thought was necessary. Shit got wild. For more visit hotardhuddle.com

Tune in to episode 17 of the Hotard Huddle Podcast as I am joined by two of my closest friends to discuss the 2020 NFL Draft. We answered questions from the social media accounts and discussed prospects, trades and more. Visit hotardhuddle.com to stay up to date with the latest blogs and podcasts. #HonorTheHuddle #BringItIn

On episode 16, Carolyn Woodjetts joins the Huddle. She is a school teacher in Canada and we discuss what life is like for her in the Great White North during the spread of Covid19. In addition to teaching, we discuss concerns as she is expecting the arrival of her first child. Carolyn is a former collegiate soccer player at Nicholls State University. We discuss the hole missing from life with no s...

On episode 15, I chat with YouTube content creator Stumblebee, Matt Fryou. We talk about his channel which covers video games and how luck and hard work played a role in becoming paid to produce videos. We also discuss the Coronavirus and potential impact on society. As my partner in crime for wrestling events, we share stories of Wrestlemania 30 and 34 as well as why AEW is blowing competition ou...

Tune in to the Hotard Huddle Podcast on the 1st and 15th of every month. On episode 14, I chat with Ricky Nixx about his time in LA working on movies. We discuss some of our favorite movies and actors as well as one of our favorite industries, professional wrestling. He shares some of his favorite experiences at Full Sail University during NXT tapings of WWE's developmental territory. Visit hotard...

Check out episode 13 of the Hotard Huddle Podcast with EXP Realtor Brian Maurice. Before diving into real estate, Brian was a high school science teacher who was known for his raps to his students. He also sings for a band known as Me and My Friends. We discuss what swayed him to go from teaching to buying, selling and investing in real estate. He also tells the story of the drunken night in which...