From NOLA with the Forstalls

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...

DJ Raj Smoove joins Jonathan Forstall for a conversation about music, culture, and the art of controlling a crowd. From discovering hip-hop through Beat Street to becoming one of New Orleans’ most respected DJs and the official Saints game day DJ, Raj shares stories from his journey through the city’s legendary music scene. This episode dives into DJ culture, New Orleans nightlife, reading a crowd...

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls: Chats With Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall, to discuss the truth behind lawyer commercials, million-dollar settlement ads, and how personal injury cases really work. Drawing from nearly 50 years of experience, Chip explains how cases are valued, why some claims take years to resolve, and...

From New Orleans to national stages, Pell shares the real story behind his rise in music. In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls, Local Legends, Jonathan Forstall sits down with artist Pell to talk about growing up in New Orleans, living through Hurricane Katrina, and rebuilding his life in Mississippi. Pell opens up about discovering music, performing in college, and making the life-chan...

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls: Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, to explain why lawyers can’t take every case. Drawing on decades of experience, Chip breaks down the key factors that determine whether a case is viable, including liability, damages, and collectability, and why some cases simply aren’t possible to pursue, even when someone...

Brittany Flippen’s story is one of resilience, faith, and starting over. In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls, Brittany opens up about her journey from a challenging upbringing in New Orleans to building a successful fitness brand, and the life-altering mistakes that nearly derailed it all. After facing incarceration, she was forced to confront everything and rebuild from the ground up....

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls: Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, to share the story behind the iconic “Call Chip Forstall” jingle. Chip reflects on how a simple realization, that people remembered his work but not his name, led him to rethink advertising and create something different. What started as a basic commercial evolved into a me...

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls – Local Legends , Jonathan Forstall sits down with Chef Toya to explore her journey from a self-taught cook in New Orleans to a world-renowned chef. She shares how food became her outlet growing up, how she discovered her creative gifts later in life, and why she believes food is deeply connected to culture, identity, and purpose. It’s a powerful con...

In this episode of From NOLA with the Forstalls: Chats with Chip , Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, for an honest conversation about the emotional weight behind the work, and the life lessons that come with it. From helping clients through some of their hardest moments to raising a family while building a career, Chip reflects on what it really means to show up for peopl...

CASME shares her journey from a faith-filled upbringing in New Orleans to performing on The Voice and building a career as an independent artist. In this episode, she opens up about the realities of the music industry, finding her voice, and the perseverance it takes to succeed without a label or backing. A powerful conversation about resilience, purpose, and staying true to your path.

In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, longtime attorney Chip Forstall, to discuss the transition of their family law firm to the next generation. They talk about legacy, leadership, client relationships, and how old-school values meet modern technology in today’s legal world.

In this episode of Local Legends, Jonathan Forstall sits down with Pastor Jonathan Everett to discuss his remarkable journey from growing up in the New Orleans projects to becoming a respected spiritual leader. He shares powerful stories about faith, family, mentorship, and the experiences that shaped his path into ministry.

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 emotional side of car accidents—stress, uncertainty, and how injuries affect everyday life beyond the physical pain. With nearly 50 years of experience, Chip shares why empathy, listening, and trust matter just as much as legal knowledge when helping peopl...

In this episode of Local Legends, host Jonathan Forstall sits down with New Orleans icon Tamica Lee for a raw, powerful conversation about loss, resilience, ambition, and identity. From losing her father at a young age to becoming a Saints Sensation, TV personality, and cultural fixture in New Orleans, Tamica shares how grief, grit, and fearlessness shaped her journey—and why she’s far from finish...