From NOLA with the Forstalls

How can two people involved in the exact same car accident receive dramatically different settlements? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans personal injury attorney Chip Forstall, to explain why one person might receive a $10,000 settlement while another receives $100,000. Drawing on 47 years of legal experience, Chip breaks down the...

Two-time boxing world champion and New Orleans native Regis Prograis joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share his incredible journey from growing up in New Orleans East to reaching the top of professional boxing. Regis reflects on how Hurricane Katrina changed the course of his life, how watching legends like Mike Tyson and Arturo Gatti inspired him to pursue boxing, and the relentless di...

What happens when a strong personal injury case suddenly takes a turn for the worse? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall, to discuss the unexpected mistakes and complications that can significantly affect a personal injury claim. Drawing on 47 years of legal experience, Chip shares real cases involving undisclo...

From growing up in New Orleans and surviving Hurricane Katrina to earning an opportunity with the New Orleans Saints and building his own brand, Bruce Thompson joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share his inspiring journey of perseverance, ambition, and chasing your dreams. Bruce reflects on the challenges of his childhood, the sacrifices his mother made, and how football opened doors to...

In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall, to discuss why making more money doesn't always mean making the right decision. Drawing on 47 years of experience, Chip shares the sacrifices he made early in his career, why he's walked away from profitable cases and business opportunities, and how he's learned that protect...

New Orleans comedian, creator, and producer Korey With a K joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to talk about turning viral comedy into a career, and what it really takes to go all-in on yourself. Korey shares the work behind the laughs, from early mornings filming and late nights editing to creating most of his comedy through improv. He talks about working with Kevin Hart, the viral Cam Newto...

How do you know when to push your children, and when it’s time to step back and let them choose their own path? In this episode, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, for a candid conversation about parenting, independence, and the difficult balance between guiding your children and allowing them to make their own decisions. They share personal stories about career choices, n...

Chef and entrepreneur Lenora Chong joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share her remarkable journey from Korea to becoming a driving force in New Orleans’ culinary scene. Arriving in America at just six years old, Lenora grew up surrounded by Korean traditions, Southern soul food, and a father who began teaching her professional cooking techniques at an early age. Lenora opens up about the...

This week on Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall and his father, Chip Forstall, step away from the law for a candid conversation about fatherhood, parenting, discipline, and raising kids with standards. After raising three children of his own, Chip unexpectedly got a second chance at parenthood when he took in two of his grandchildren at just two and five years old. He shares what both experiences...

Kerry Seaton joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share the remarkable story behind Willie Mae’s Scotch House, the legendary New Orleans restaurant known for what’s been called “America’s Best Fried Chicken.” Kerry takes us from her childhood growing up around her grandmother Willie Mae’s kitchen to the moment Hurricane Katrina devastated the restaurant and a community came together to help...

Why do some personal injury cases settle quickly while others take months, or even years? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall to break down what can affect the timeline of a personal injury case. From determining fault and completing medical treatment to insurance negotiations, serious injuries, litigation and...

Emmy-nominated Great Day Louisiana host Malik Mingo joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends for a candid conversation about his journey from New Orleans to Texas and back home again. Malik reflects on being displaced by Hurricane Katrina, growing up in San Antonio, finding his own identity, and eventually realizing that hard news wasn't the career he wanted. He shares how taking a chance, literal...

In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall, to talk about how insurance claims have changed over the course of Chip’s 45 years of experience. Chip explains why today’s adjusters often have less authority, why more cases end up in litigation, and what he believes is driving higher auto insurance rates. They also discus...

Louisiana music favorite Amanda Shaw joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends for a conversation about growing up in Mandeville, picking up the violin at just four years old, and building a career rooted in Cajun music and New Orleans culture. Amanda reflects on performing at Jazz Fest since childhood, the pressures of working professionally as a teenager, and the importance of finding joy and com...

Insurance companies often argue that if there isn't much damage to your vehicle, you couldn't have been seriously injured, but that's not how the human body works. In this episode of Chats with Chip, veteran New Orleans personal injury attorney Chip Forstall explains why so-called "minor impact" accidents can still result in significant injuries. Chip and Jonathan discuss how modern vehicles absor...

Grace Gibson joins Jonathan Forstall for an inspiring conversation about building a career on your own terms. Known as the "River Queen," Grace shares her journey through music, acting, filmmaking, and life in New Orleans, while reflecting on growing up with Emmy Award-winning parents, overcoming rejection in the entertainment industry, and discovering that true success comes from purpose, not fam...

What makes employees stay with a company for decades? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, attorney and firm founder Chip Forstall to discuss the leadership principles that have created an award-winning workplace culture built on respect, trust, and treating employees like family. From leading by example to making people feel valued, Chip shares practica...

Former LSU standout, NFL wide receiver, and New Orleans native Malachi Dupre joins Jonathan Forstall on this episode of Local Legends to share his incredible journey from being kicked out of eight schools to becoming one of the nation's top football recruits. He reflects on Hurricane Katrina, his time at John Curtis and LSU, life in the NFL, and the lessons that shaped him on and off the field. To...

On this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, mentor, and longtime New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall to discuss what you should do in the moments after a car accident and why the decisions you make early can matter. A car accident can be stressful, confusing, and overwhelming. Chip shares lessons from decades of experience helping accident victims and explains t...

In this special LIVE episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls, Jonathan Forstall sits down with two incredible New Orleans Local Legends. Robin Barnes, the acclaimed "Songbird of New Orleans," and BJ So Cole, one of the city's most influential Bounce artists. Recorded in front of a live audience, this inspiring conversation explores the power of music, the importance of preserving New Orleans cultu...

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls: Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, to talk about the power of having a Plan B and learning how to adapt when life does not go as expected. Chip shares personal stories about family, business, divorce, rebuilding his law practice, Hurricane Katrina, failure, change, and the lessons that shaped the way he lead...

Pastor James Thomas III joins Jonathan Forstall for a powerful conversation about faith, family, leadership, and discovering your purpose. Growing up in New Orleans East, Pastor Thomas was deeply influenced by his father, the Black church, and a lifelong passion for music, all of which helped shape the man and leader he would become. He shares his journey from aspiring musician and entrepreneur to...

What was New Orleans really like growing up decades ago, and how has it changed today? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, for a conversation about life in New Orleans then versus now. From neighborhood friendships, family dinners, and childhood adventures to technology, modern parenting, Hurricane Katrina, and the changing culture of the...

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls: Local Legends, Jonathan Forstall sits down with Sonny Lee, founder of Son of a Saint, to discuss the profound loss of his father at a young age, the mentors who helped guide him, and how those experiences led him to create an organization dedicated to supporting boys growing up without fathers. Sonny shares his journey from personal tragedy to purpo...

In this episode of Chats with Chip from From NOLA with the Forstalls, Jonathan Forstall and his father, veteran attorney Chip Forstall, discuss what true leadership really looks like. From leaving ego at the door to building strong teams through empathy, humility, and listening, Chip shares lessons learned from decades of leading a successful law practice and helping people through difficult momen...