You're listed to Beyond Bourbon Street, an insider's guide to New Orleans.

Beyond Bourbon Street is the podcast where we explore the food, music, culture, places, and people that make New Orleans unique.

Whether you are planning a trip,

living in New Orleans, or simply wanting a taste of the Crescent City from wherever you are,

you've come to the right place. And now, your host, Mark Bologna.

Hey, y'all, this is Mark.

Welcome to episode 222.

Today's show is all about our annual Mardi Gras preview episode.

The last show was about a French Jewish immigrant to New Orleans named Leon Gatchaw.

If you missed it, go back and give it a listen.

I think you'll enjoy it. Before we jump in, let me talk about the people that make this show possible.

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They also have an award-winning restaurant and

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