Raising a Family in New Orleans: Jan Bologna's Unique Perspective - EP 187

Beyond Bourbon Street, an Insider's Guide to New Orleans

Mark Bologna

Society & Culture, Music, History, Places & Travel, Neworleans, Jazzfest, Nola, Dining, Mardigras, Bourbonstreet, Food

4.8 • 891 Ratings

🗓️ 26 July 2023

⏱️ 73 minutes

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Summary

Jan Bologna, a lifelong New Orleans resident, reflects on the city's growth and changes while sharing her love for the unique culture, discussing the challenges of raising a family, and revealing her favorite local experiences in this captivating episode of Beyond Bourbon Street.

In this episode host Mark Bologna interviews his mother, Jan Bologna, who shares her experiences and insights growing up in New Orleans and raising a family there.

Jan discusses various topics such as the changes in the education system after Hurricane Katrina, the positive developments in the city, the influence of her family's French and Italian cultures on her cooking, and her favorite New Orleans restaurants and cultural experiences.

Jan's personal perspective offers a unique insight into the growth and changes in New Orleans over the years. She expresses her love for the city and shares her favorite moments and traditions that make it special.

Her reflections on education, culture, and culinary influences paint a vivid picture of the city's evolution and provide valuable insights for listeners. If you are interested in hearing firsthand experiences from someone who has lived and thrived in New Orleans, this episode is a must-listen.

Jan's passion for the city and her deep connection to its history and culture shine through in her stories and anecdotes. From the challenges of running a restaurant to the joys of Mardi Gras, this conversation promises a fascinating glimpse into life in the vibrant city of New Orleans.

"Childhood was a lot less encumbered by all the outside things...we had to invent our own toys, our own games. Kids today sometimes miss out on that." - Jan Bologna

About Hurricane Katrina "We survived it because we learned in the midst of that...we had each other. That was an immense difference." - Jan Bologna

Transcript

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0:00.0	Hmm. Street, an insider's guide to New Orleans. Beyond Bourbon Street is the podcast
0:15.0	where we explore the food, music, culture, places, and people that make New
0:19.2	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,
0:26.0	you've come to the right place.
0:29.0	And now, your host, Mark Bologna.
0:36.0	Hey y'all, this is Mark.
0:37.0	Welcome to episode 187.
0:39.0	Today's episode is a long awaited one.
0:41.0	I interview my mom about growing up in New Orleans, surviving hurricanes,
0:45.2	raising kids, and now having grandchildren that are New Orleans. The last show was all about
0:49.8	rugby in New Orleans. I knew very little about the topic and I learned a lot. If you missed it go
0:55.1	back and give it a listen. I think you'll enjoy it. Before we jump in let me talk about the people
0:59.5	that make this show possible. The support comes from the Historic New Orleans Collection, the
1:04.1	City's Premier History Museum located a 520 Royal Street in the heart of the
1:08.0	quarter. Check out their online publication called First Draft. It's a combination blog and online exhibition space at
1:14.9	HNOC.org slash first draft. Through November 5th, 2023 check out their
1:20.2	exhibit about the Women's right to vote titled
1:23.2	Yet She is Advancing New Orleans Women and the Right to Vote 1878 to 1970.
1:28.6	We actually did an episode with them about this exhibit just a couple
1:31.8	episodes back so you might want to check it out.
1:33.7	But the long and the short of it is that while the 19th Amendment granted American
1:37.3	women the right to vote in 1920, Louisiana law is effectively disenfranchised black
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