Pelican Briefs

Shreveport is undergoing a remarkable transformation, and we’re diving into what it means for Louisiana. From 50 Cent’s massive investment in G-Unit Studios, making it the second-largest Black-owned production studio in the U.S., to a $75 million state-of-the-art government building, Shreveport is positioning itself as a hub for growth and opportunity. We explore how these developments, alongside...

Louisiana is at a crossroads when it comes to infrastructure. Today, we dive into the state’s infrastructure challenges and the transformative impact of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment Act. We discuss Senator Bill Cassidy’s key role in securing $1.2 trillion in federal funding, which is helping to repair roads, bridges, and expand broadband access across Louisiana. While these investments...

Please note the season 2 episodes of Pelican Briefs were filmed prior to the New Year’s Day terrorist attack that occurred in New Orleans. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families and the entire city of New Orleans as we come together to heal after this tragic and senseless act of violence. In this episode of Pelican Briefs, Etosha and Charles dive into the hot topic of Super Bowl LIX...

Tammy Phelps is a Louisiana State Representative from Shreveport, joining us to discuss Louisiana's ongoing population decline. We dive into the key factors driving people, especially Millennials and Gen Z, to leave the state, including job market challenges, lack of investment in education, and state policies that don't adequately address these issues. Tammy shares her perspective on how Louisian...

Eric Seiferth is a curator and historian at the Historic New Orleans Collection (HNOC), and he joins us on this  Pelican Briefs  Pop-In to dive into the powerful exhibit  Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration . We explore how Louisiana's 300-year history of slavery, punishment, and racial oppression has shaped the state's current system of mass incarceration, includ...

This episode recaps what we covered in Episode 2, Louisiana Legislative Session," if you missed it, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/69ChiR3CQumh8pcjRf2Q6A?si=78730e53440b4428 Mandie Landry is a Louisiana State Representative for District 91, and she joins us on Pelican Briefs to break down the latest from the Louisiana legislative session. We dive into key legislation, including...

This episode recaps what we covered in Episode 4, "Revitalization of Canal Street," if you missed it, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ej504tULog8bDQsV6muCc?si=90a3a9d719e64138 Davon Barbour is the President and CEO of the New Orleans Downtown Development District (DDD), and he joins us on Pelican Briefs to share insights on the revitalization of Canal Street. We discuss th...

This episode recaps what we covered in Episode 3, "Jeff Landry Administration and New Orleans", if you missed it, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0MSdab2sofbwWDVqmQg4Pz?si=b1dbfa2641714f91 Kaare Johnson, a seasoned radio and TV talk show host for "The Neutral Ground," joins us on Pelican Briefs to dive into some of the most pressing issues facing New Orleans and L...

Welcome to Pelican Briefs, your go-to podcast for diving deep into the most pressing issues in Louisiana. In this episode, hosts Charles Miller and Etosha McGee tackle a deeply serious and sensitive topic: the ongoing investigation into the Archdiocese of New Orleans and the alarming allegations of child abuse that have rocked our community. [TRIGGER WARNING] This discussion involves distressing d...

Welcome to another episode of Pelican Briefs with your hosts, Charles Miller and Etosha McGee! In this episode, we dive deep into the pressing issue of Louisiana's population decline. Join us as we explore the various factors driving this trend, including inadequate education and healthcare, which contribute to a significant brain drain as college graduates leave the state. We discuss the role...

In this episode of Pelican Briefs, we delve into the fascinating history and future of Canal Street in New Orleans. Join our co-hosts, Etosha McGee and Charles Miller, as we explore Canal Street's transformation from a historic shopping mecca to its current state and the ongoing efforts to revitalize this iconic corridor. We discuss significant projects like the rebranding and expansion of Har...

Welcome back to Pelican Briefs! In this episode, co-hosts Etosha McGee and Charles Miller dive deep into the unique significance of New Orleans as a vibrant blue city in a predominantly red state. We discuss the new governor, Jeff Landry, and his administration's impact on our beloved city. Join us as we explore Landry's tough-on-crime rhetoric and his legislative efforts to limit New Orle...

Welcome to another episode of Pelican Briefs! Join our co-hosts, Etosha McGee and Charles Miller, as we dive into the hot topics of the current Louisiana legislative session. This episode, we're dissecting three key bills that could significantly impact our state: House Bill 608, the Women's Safety and Protection Act (Louisiana's bathroom bill), House Bill 800, the proposed Constitutio...

Welcome to the Pelican Briefs Podcast! In our debut episode, hosts Etosha McGee and Charles Miller dive into the exciting and controversial developments surrounding New Orleans' River District. In this episode, we provide an in-depth look at the transformation of the River District, an undeveloped area along the Mississippi River set to become a bustling mixed-use neighborhood. We discuss Shel...

Pelican Briefs is a weekly episodic podcast where Etosha McGee and Charles Miller discuss current events in Louisiana and New Orleans through the lens of an Urban Studies professor and a local Capricorn with big opinions. They dish about the hottest topics related to contemporary politics, controversies, and developments in the Pelican State.