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Foodies Of Lafayette PodcastThe Girouard Legacy: Feeding Lafayette for GenerationsTake a seat at the family table as third-generation restaurateur Holly Girouard unwraps the rich, flavorful history behind Ton's Restaurant, a Lafayette institution celebrating 60 years of Cajun culinary tradition.The story begins with Holly's grandparents, Rosemary and Alton "Ton" Girouard, who worked downtown—she at a dress shop, he at a hardware store—saving every penny until they could open their humble Broussard drive-in back in 1963. What sprouted from those modest beginnings has grown into a multi-generational legacy that perfectly captures the essence of Acadiana's food culture.Holly reveals how some things never change—their signat...
2025-08-2032 minFoodies Of Lafayette PodcastFrom Crawfish Ponds to Cajun TableFrom harvesting crawfish at dawn to crafting secret seasoning blends, the team behind Cajun Table embodies the soul of Acadiana's food culture. This candid conversation with Sean, Lauren, and Kyle reveals the remarkable journey from backyard crawfish boils on Azalea Street to building one of Lafayette's most beloved restaurants.Sean Suire's day begins at 4:30 AM during crawfish season, harvesting approximately 1,500 traps over six to seven hours from 350 acres of family land—a tradition spanning four generations. This commitment to freshness means the crawfish served at Cajun Table were swimming in the pond that very morning, creating an un...
2025-08-1341 minFoodies Of Lafayette PodcastFoodies of Lafayette: Our Chat with Ema HaqWhat happens when a young engineering student from Bangladesh finds himself washing pots in a university cafeteria in Louisiana? For Ema Haq, it became the first step in an extraordinary journey that would transform him into one of Lafayette's most beloved restaurateurs and community leaders."I didn't even know how to cook rice," Ema laughs, recalling his earliest days in America. Yet this mechanical engineer would go on to win over 30 culinary awards, operate multiple successful restaurants, and build a food distribution empire—all while maintaining his engineering career. "People thought I was a robot," he shares, de...
2025-08-0636 minFoodies Of Lafayette PodcastSullivan Zant's Journey Through Louisiana's Food SceneWhen Sullivan Zant reluctantly stepped into the kitchen at Coyote Blues after failing to land a server position, he never imagined he'd discover his life's calling. "I'll never forget the feeling of fulfillment," he shares, describing the unexpected satisfaction that academic success had never provided him. That revelation launched a remarkable journey from making quesadillas to becoming one of Lafayette's most respected culinary talents.Growing up in a family where home-cooked meals were non-negotiable, Sullivan was surrounded by cooking influences, particularly his father, local artist John Zant, whose eclectic approach to food encouraged experimentation. Yet it wasn't...
2025-07-2341 minFoodies Of Lafayette PodcastFrom Pizza Parlor to Cajun Empire: The Tim Metcalf StoryTim Metcalf's remarkable journey from the son of an Idaho potato farmer to Lafayette restaurant mogul reads like a Hollywood script, complete with a recent crocodile hunting accident in Africa that left him with a torn quad tendon. Yet this injury hasn't slowed the unstoppable force behind Deano's Pizza, Prejean's, Marcello's, and other beloved local establishments.The Metcalf family legacy began in 1971 when Tim's father, a Korean War veteran who discovered pizza while working as a janitor in California, packed up his successful pizza franchises and relocated to Lafayette with his family. Tim, just ten years old...
2025-07-0946 minFoodies Of Lafayette PodcastFlavor Meets Community: The Foodies of Lafayette StoryEver wondered how a simple passion for food can transform an entire community? Join Heidi McDonald and Jason Stoner as they reveal the remarkable journey of Foodies of Lafayette from its humble beginnings to a thriving movement with over 102,000 members.Born from Heidi's desire to spotlight hidden culinary gems like Fuji Sushi—"a hole in the wall with super high quality ingredients"—the group has become Lafayette's premier destination for food lovers seeking their next favorite meal. What makes this community special isn't just its astronomical growth (adding 500 members weekly), but its steadfast commitment to positivity in an o...
2025-07-0222 minFoodies Of Lafayette PodcastFoodies Of Lafayette Podcast: Food, Community, ConnectionReady for a mouthwatering journey through Lafayette's vibrant culinary scene? Heidi McDonald and Jason Stoner, the dynamic duo behind Foodies of Lafayette, are serving up something fresh with their inaugural podcast episode. "What started as a tiny idea for a small group of friends to support local restaurants has evolved into a movement," Heidi explains, with obvious passion in her voice. That evolution has been remarkable – from an online community to organizing Culinary Excellence Awards, Cake Féte, community potlucks, and establishing the Community Fridge project. Their complementary partnership forms the secret sauce of their success: "I bri...
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The Tea Podcast#281 — La’Toya Guillory, Certified Mindset & Author Coach at Empowered With PurposeWe are chatting with La’Toya Guillory, Certified Mindset & Author Coach at Empowered with Purpose. We will dive into her life, how she got to Lafayette, and her role as a mindset & author coach in Lafayette.Website: https://empowered-with-purpose.net— Find this and past episodes at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-tea-podcast/support and on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@theteapodcast?si=x8Er9tXxXsAakgKf— The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by Optimize Generator People, Chase Group Construction, and The Music Academy of Acadiana💬 The Tea Podcast Studio is powered by: Optimize Generator People. Power your home with confidenc...
2025-03-131h 09The Tea Podcast#280 — Catherine Lemoine, owner of Pet Passages of LafayetteWe are talking with Catherine Lemoine, owner of Pet Passages of Lafayette, about her business and guiding pet owners through the loss of a family pet. We are also talking about all things Lafayette, and maybe even spilling some tea… who knowsWebsite: https://lafayette.la.petpassages.com— Find this and past episodes at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-tea-podcast/support and on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@theteapodcast?si=x8Er9tXxXsAakgKf— The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by Optimize Generator People, Chase Group Construction, and The Music Academy of Acadiana💬 The Tea Podcast Studio is powered by: Optimize...
2025-03-031h 02The Tea Podcast#278 — Dillon Van Way, Local Lafayette, LA EntrepreneurWe are chatting Dillon Van Way, a local entrepreneur who is doing some really cool things in the Acadiana area.Website: https://unclebobsroundup.com/— Find this and past episodes at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-tea-podcast/support— The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by Optimize Generator People, Chase Group Construction, and The Music Academy of Acadiana💬 The Tea Podcast Studio is powered by: Optimize Generator People. Power your home with confidence during any outage. Trust Optimize Generator People for reliable home standby Generac generator solutions and expert service. Control your power, control your life!" Website: https://www.optimizegp.com💬 Pr...
2025-02-1957 min
Inside The SquadLafayette Bicentennial: Celebrating 200 Years of History, Heritage, & Community HighlightsCelebrate 200 years of Lafayette’s rich history with this special bicentennial episode featuring Mayor Tony Roswarski. We reflect on the milestones that have shaped our city, from its early days along the Wabash River to the vibrant and dynamic community it is today.
Mayor Roswarski discusses Lafayette’s journey, its incredible growth, and the community spirit that binds us all. LPD shares our role in preserving Lafayette’s safety and fostering trust as the city has evolved. We’ll also highlight how the department has grown alongside the community, emphasizing commitment to serving and protecting as Lafayette embarks on its next cha...
2025-01-1340 minThe Tea Podcast#273 — Bailey Melancon, Local Photographer, and Aaron Faugot, AutoCad Drafter & Engineering TechWe are talking about all things Lafayette, what’s going on, and what we want to see in Lafayette in the future.
https://www.baileymelancon.com
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2025-01-081h 25The Tea Podcast#271 - Kylie Roussell, Owner at HTeaO of LafayetteWe are chatting with Kylie Roussell, owner at HTeaO of Lafayette about her, and her path to business owner at HTeaO
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2024-12-151h 00The Tea Podcast#266 - Lacey Maynor, Community Development at Advancial & Olivia Thibodeaux, Marketing & Communications at Lafayette HabitatWe are chatting with Lacey Maynor, Community Development at Advancial & Olivia Thibodeaux, Marketing & Communications at Lafayette Habitat about this year’s Swipe & Support benefiting Lafayette Habitat For Humanity.
Check out the website for more information: http://www.advancial.org/swipe
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2024-12-091h 01The Tea Podcast#263 - Patricia Naomi, owner & vice president of Paul’s Fine Jewelry in LafayetteWe are talking with Patricia Naomi, owner & vice president of Paul’s Fine Jewelry in Lafayette. We will get to hear about the founding story and how the company came to be and more!
http://paulsfinejewelry.com
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2024-11-201h 02
Nevermore HollowsThe Lafayette Faust InterviewSend us a textSend us a textHorror Author James Joseph Jones interviews Lafayette Faust. Get a glimpse behind the creative process for Nevermore Hollows as they discuss horror, inspiration, and the curse and blessing of ADHD.Please take a moment to text this show to someone who you think might enjoy it! It will help me keep the stories coming!Support the showSupport the show
2024-09-3059 minThe Tea Podcast#241 - Tory Lemoine, Lafayette-based Louisiana TikTok CreatorHaving a love of creating videos since before social media, Tory Lemoine has had a knack for content and now that social media is booming, she has found a following on TikTok and creates Louisiana-based content with food and more. Listen in as we discuss her creative work and some beef that we have!
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2024-04-1855 minThe Tea Podcast#240 - Jennifer Brewer & Krysten Ledet, Co-owners & Co-editors of The Scout Guide LafayetteWe are chatting with Jennifer Brewer & Krysten Ledet, co-owners & co-editors of The Scout Guide Lafayette, a collectible guide to all things Acadiana. The Scout Guide Lafayette will showcase small, locally-owned businesses, artisans, and entrepreneurs that make Acadiana unique.
They are launching this year and are looking to connect with all of the aforementioned types of businesses to feature in the guide.
For more visit, https://thescoutguide.com/lafayette/a...https://thescoutguide.com/about/
You can also learn more about The Scout Guide Lafayette in our recent DL Post: https://developinglafayette.com/wp/th...
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2024-04-1154 minThe Tea Podcast#239 - Phil Devey, local Entrepreneur, developer, and former professional baseball playerWe are talking with Phil Devey, a native of Quebec who moved to Louisiana in the late 90’s to pursue an education at UL Lafayette who later became a professional Major League Baseball player for many teams. Devey was recently inducted into the Louisiana Athletics Hall of Fame in 2021. Today, Phil is one of Lafayette’s rising real estate developers with involvement in many well-known businesses.
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2024-03-271h 24The Tea Podcast#236 - Chaz Roberts, Lafayette Attorney & Host of Law Have Mercy PodcastLive with Chaz Roberts, Lafayette Attorney & Host of Law Have Mercy Podcast
We are chatting with Chaz Roberts, a Lafayette-based personal injury attorney and social media content creator at @chazrobertslaw. Through his podcast "Law Have Mercy!" and social channels, he simplifies legal jargon, empowering people with their rights. Beyond law, Chaz is a marathon enthusiast, having completed three world majors last year. He also punches in the ring as part of his hundred hours journey and coaches his kids in sports, often found at the ballpark on weekends.
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2024-03-081h 04The Tea Podcast#235 - Kevin Blanchard, CEO of Downtown Development Authority and Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAs an attorney and former journalist, Kevin Blanchard recently joined the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Downtown Lafayette Unlimited (DLU) having started on February 1st. Previously, he served as the first-ever executive director of the Lafayette Public Trust Financing Authority (LPTFA), and held various positions within the administration of former Mayor-President Joey Durel. Kevin has been actively involved in civic initiatives and was recognized for his contributions to the community, including leading the development of Lafayette's first comprehensive plan and amending the Lafayette City-Parish Charter in 2018.
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2024-03-021h 01The Tea Podcast#231 - Kiwana T. McClung, Chief Diversity Officer & Professor of Architecture and Design at UL LafayetteWe are chatting with Kiwana about her role as Chief Diversity Officer & Professor of Architecture and Design at UL Lafayette, and the 17th Annual Women's Leadership Conference planned for March 21, 2024: a conference designed to celebrate Women's History Month.
https://diversity.louisiana.edu/womens-leadership-conference
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2024-01-261h 19The Tea Podcast#225 - Andre Angelle, President at Bike Lafayette, and many other hatsWe are chatting with Andre about his passions, what makes him tick, and how he is involved in the community. He is President at Bike Lafayette, co-founder of the Gleaux Ride, founder of Bike Kitchen, and CEO of Bike Guy Productions. Andre’s journey from being displaced, dismembered, and having lived on disability for two years in Oakland, CA has led him to turn his trauma into a super power.
http://Bikeguyproductions.com
http://bikelafayette.org
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2023-12-151h 16The Tea Podcast#224 - Drake Bajat, Owner of Restoration 1 of LafayetteWe are talking with owner of Restoration 1 of Lafayette, Drake Bajat, who brings 30 years of expertise in Accounting, Construction, Petroleum Landman, and Water/Fire/Mold remediation. He is committed to building genuine relationships, honesty, and dispelling industry myths. Family man for over four decades, married to high school sweetheart Loretta, and blessed with two daughters, two sons-in-law, and four adorable grandchildren. Meet the heart behind our thriving Lafayette-based remediation company.
https://restoration1.com/lafayette/
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2023-12-081h 21The Tea Podcast#219 - Katie Kennedy, Erin Judice, and Michelle Robertson of Embark Fine Jewelry in LafayetteThis episode was recorded on November 3rd.
We are talking with the owners of Embark Fine Jewelry in Lafayette about how the company started and where the company is going.
Visit https://shopembark.com/ and use promo code “DL15” for 15% off! You can also mention it in-store as well!
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2023-11-271h 10The Tea Podcast#218 - Aleisha Johnson Cook, Principal Consultant at AJC Business Solutions and Fellow Leadership Lafayette ClassmateThis episode was recorded on October 20th.
Aleisha Johnson Cook, MBA, HCA, PMP, a Lafayette, LA native, has a strong background in Supply Chain and Operations, with an MBA from the University of Tennessee. She returned to Lafayette in 2020, earned a Healthcare Administration Certification, and founded AJC Business Solutions. Aleisha is deeply involved in personal and professional development, diversity and inclusion, mentoring, and community service, contributing to various organizations in her community, such as the Junior League of Lafayette and several boards.
https://ajcbusinesssolutions.com
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2023-11-231h 15The Tea Podcast#217 - Nicole R. Johnson, Owner at CPR 2 Geaux, Local Farming Entrepreneur, and Fellow Leadership Lafayette ClassmateThis episode was recorded on October 13th.
Nicole Ryane Johnson, a UL Lafayette graduate and homeschooling mom, is a local entrepreneur with a stake in businesses like CPR 2 Geaux and L4S Farms Fightingville Fresh Market and The Fresh Growers' Collective. She's passionate about entrepreneurship, farming, and self-sustainability, connecting with like-minded individuals to uplift her community. Nicole's focus on local food systems, promoting food as medicine and supporting local businesses, is a driving force in her life. She exemplifies the idea that women can do it all and is redefining the American Dream.
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2023-11-231h 09The Tea Podcast#216 - Shyra Moran, Community Development Officer at Advancial Federal Credit Union and Fellow Leadership Lafayette ClassmateThis episode was recorded on September 29th.
We are talking with Shyra, a Geismar native who is the Community Development Officer at Advancial Federal Credit Union. She is formerly a Pre-Litigation Adjuster at Progressive Insurance. Shyra is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. And she actively contributes to her community by serving on the Lafayette Commission on the Needs of Women and co-chairing Alumni Engagement for the UL Christiana Smith African American Alumni Chapter. Shyra has been recognized as one of Acadiana's Top 20 under 40 young professionals and is currently enrolled in Leadership Lafayette class 36.
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2023-11-231h 00The Tea Podcast#214 - Monique Blanco Boulet, Mayor-President candidate for LafayetteThis episode was recorded on September 19th. Monique Boulet is the Lafayette Mayor-President Elect.
We are talking with Monique Blanco Boulet about her run for the Mayor-President seat in Lafayette, Louisiana. She is the daughter of former Louisiana Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco and the late Raymond "Coach" Blanco. She also serves as the CEO of the Acadiana Planning Commission (APC).
https://www.moniqueformayorpresident.com
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2023-11-231h 24The Tea Podcast#213 - Jan Swift, Mayor-President candidate for LafayetteThis episode was recorded on September 15th. Jan was not elected as Lafayette's Mayor-President.
We are talking with Jan about her decision to run for the office of Mayor-President of Lafayette, what her position & goals are, and how could she move Lafayette forward.
https://janswift.com
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2023-11-211h 22The Tea Podcast#212 - Foodies of Lafayette Founders Heidi McDonald & Jason StonerWe are talking with Heidi & Jason about the Foodies of Lafayette Facebook group and the newly launched website. We will discuss what it means for the community and why they felt led to create the group & website.
http://www.foodiesoflafayette.com
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2023-11-201h 06The Tea Podcast#210 - Walter Campbell, Candidate for Lafayette Tax AssessorThis episode was recorded on September 1st. Walter did not get elected as Lafayette Parish Tax Assessor.
We are talking with Walter about running for Lafayette Tax Assessor and what led him to this moment in his life.
http://www.campbellforassessor.com
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2023-11-171h 01The Tea Podcast#209 - John Merrifield, Comedian, Satirist & Service Industry VeteranJohn is a local comedian from Lafayette, Louisiana who founded “Oof. Comedy” and “cajUUUn Memes”. Occasionally writing satire for The Hard Times, John also produces/co-hosts comedy shows in Lafayette, including Comédie Envie every Tuesday night at Artmosphere, and Comedy Boom! Boom! once a month at The Freetown Boom Boom Room.
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2023-11-171h 22The Tea Podcast#207 - Priscilla Gonzalez, Disqualified for Running for Lafayette’s Mayor-PresidentThis episode was recorded on August 16th and Priscilla has since been disqualified from running for Lafayette Mayor-President.
We are talking with Priscilla Gonzalez, a surprise addition to the race for Lafayette’s Mayor-President. We discuss her background, her plans for Lafayette, if elected, and where she hopes to see Lafayette in the future.
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2023-11-171h 56The Tea Podcast#206 - Justin Centanni, Vice President, Lafayette Parish School Board (District 6 Representative), and Candidate for Lafayette Parish Tax AssessorThis episode was recorded on August 11th. Justin has been elected to serve as Lafayette Parish's new Tax Assessor.
Justin grew up in Thibodeaux and came to Lafayette to study at USL(UL Lafayette) and earn a bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems. Making Lafayette his home, Justin is now Enterprise Data Integration Manager for First Horizon Bank and has served two terms as Vice President of the Lafayette Parish School Board(district 6 rep). He is now running for Lafayette Tax Assessor.
We will talk about his coming up story, Lafayette Parish schools, and what he plans to do if...
2023-11-171h 07The Tea Podcast#203 - Jesse Guidry, VP of Communication at Lafayette TravelWe are talking with Jesse Guidry about supporting local businesses and what that means to our community. Also, be sure to submit to our “Crowd Support Local Business” link at https://app.sli.do/event/6fREoREXeczo... . We will be watching the live submissions!
https://www.lafayettetravel.com
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2023-11-161h 09
Studium to StudioEp. 34 | The Angelicum: Interview w/ Rev. Joshua Guillory, JCLWelcome to Studium to Studio with your local Lay Dominicans, based at Our Lady of Wisdom Church and Catholic Student Center on the campus of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. This week's show is co-hosted by Mr. Jeff Drozda, OP & Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, OP! Join us as we interview Rev. Joshua Guillory, JCL, Pastor of St. Patrick's Church Parish in Lafayette, LA and Canon Lawyer in the Tribunal Office of the Diocese of Lafayette in Louisiana. Fr. Guillory is the religious assistant to our Lay Dominican chapter and today we’re discussing his time at The Angelicum in Ro...
2023-10-2129 minThe Tea Podcast#201 - Eli Ramirez, Non-native Boomerang & Fellow
Leadership 36 ClassmateWe are talking with Eli about how he landed in Lafayette, after moving here from Lacoste, Texas. He has since made Lafayette his home, started a family here and wants to do his part in making Lafayette a special place for future generations.
If you’d like to reach out to Eli, here is his contact page:https://www.cornerstonela.com/our_tea...
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Unleash your musical potential with the Music Academy of Acadiana - Acadiana's top music school! With classes in piano, guitar, voice, drum...
2023-08-1652 minThe Tea Podcast#197 - Brent Broussard, Owner at The Broussard Enterprise Group, LLC, LL36 Classmate & Jewelry MakerWe are chatting with fellow Leadership Lafayette classmate Brent Broussard, owner at The Broussard Enterprise Group, LLC and a handmade jewelry designer. We will discuss Brent’s non-profit that he is starting along with why he felt led to join Leadership Lafayette, and how he got started in hand making jewelry.
LIT36! Best Class ever!
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Unleash your musical potential with the Music Academy of Acadiana - Acadiana's top music school! With classes in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, and audio production, their expe...
2023-06-121h 01The Tea Podcast#196 - Diogo Tavares, a fellow Leadership Lafayette Class of 36 Classmate & Financial AdvisorWe are talking with Diogo, a fellow Leadership of Lafayette Class of 36 classmate, combat veteran, and successful financial representative who has dedicated his life to serving others. From growing up in Portugal and Canada to graduating from Seton Hall University and serving in the Army, Diogo has had a remarkable journey.
LIT36! Best Class ever!
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana, and Chase Group Construction.
Unleash your musical potential with the Music Academy of Acadiana - Acadiana's top music school! With classes in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, and audio production, their ex...
2023-06-1254 minThe Tea Podcast#195 Carly Viator at Festival International & Jesse Guidry, VP of Communications at Lafayette TravelToday, we are discussing the upcoming Festival International de Louisiane, which is one of the largest outdoor international music and art events in the country, as well as Lafayette's Bicentennial celebration. Joining us in the studio are Jesse Guidry, VP of Communications at Lafayette Travel (LCVC), and Carly Viator, Festival International's marketing director. They will be sharing insights on this year's festivities, and we anticipate that it could be one of the biggest Festival years yet. You’ll need to listen in to learn why though!
https://www.festivalinternational.org
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Busy Fit WorldWho is Wendy LaFayette and what is the Busy Fit World podcast aboutWelcome to the introduction episode of the Busy Fit World podcast and thank you for listening! Here you'll learn all about your host Wendy LaFayette and why the podcast was created, we're glad you are here! Please show support by subscribing, reviewing and sharing. Support the showTo support the show: https://www.patreon.com/busyfitworldhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2049251/supporters/newFor more be sure to check out:https://linktr.ee/wendylafayetteSign up to work with me for one on one nutrition & training by emailing busyfitworld@gmail.com o...
2022-12-3107 minThe Tea PodcastKevin Guillory, Office Coordinator at Louisiana Entrepreneurship & Economic DevelopmentKevin Guillory and I will be talking about new developments throughout Lafayette, including North Lafayette as that region remains hopeful for more investment. We will also be discussing what Louisiana Entrepreneurship & Economic Development Center(LEED) does to cultivate innovation and advancing high-growth entrepreneurship. Lots to unpack! Listen or Watch on Facebook or Youtube
https://business.louisiana.edu/leed
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The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. Th...
2022-11-151h 02The Tea PodcastKatrena King, Executive Director of Leadership LafayetteWe are talking about Leadership Lafayette, what it is and how benefits current and potential future leaders of Lafayette Parish. Katrena has worked in city planning, regional planning, and now in people planning.
“Everyone has what it takes within them to be a leader, whether they know it or not; my personal goal is to help others activate that.”
https://leadacadiana.org/ourteam/
https://leadacadiana.org
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrenaann
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2022-10-2851 minBusy Fit WorldTrailerWendy LaFayette, creator of Busy Fit World and leading health & wellness expert is perhaps considered one of the most inspiring people in her many roles she plays everyday. She has created a brand for herself. Everyday she motivates thousands of people via various platforms including YouTube, various partner company blogs, newsletters and social media. As a motivator & role model, she has a unique connection with anyone she comes in contact with because of her contagious growth mindset & vivacious personality. LaFayette once struggled with her own wellness journey & had to figure out how to meet her own personal goals. L...
2022-10-1900 minThe Tea PodcastAmber Gregg, owner at 94FT, LLC & former UL Lafayette Women’s Basketball CoachAmber & I will be talking about her company, 94FT Player Development, a basketball training facility designed to help athletes develop their skills and improve game performance. As an Austin, TX native, she was recruited and played at UTSA, receiving All Conference honors and winning 2 conference championships. While coaching Division 1 at University of Louisiana, she was drawn back to her passion of grassroots basketball and Skill Development.
Her website is https://www.94ftbball.com/
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana & The Orchard, Authorized Service Providers of Apple.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top ch...
2022-08-0248 minThe Tea PodcastDonnie Ardoin, owner at PostNet of LafayetteDonnie and I are going to be talking about how he became a local business owner of PostNet of Lafayette and what it means to be a small business owner in a city like Lafayette.
Check out PostNet at 5520 Johnston in Lafayette or online at https://www.postnet.com
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana & The Orchard, Authorized Service Providers of Apple.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they ha...
2022-07-121h 16
Law With Mr. Lafayette6 Days in June.A paraell between the 1964 political thriller “7 Days in May,” is drawn in this episode of Law With Mr. Lafayette. Four controversial opinions having been issued at the same time that Mr. Lafayette is attending the Supreme Court Summer Institute for Teachers. Listen as René Lafayette provides an overview of each of the cases.
2022-06-2804 minThe Tea PodcastBradley Beck, Local Entrepreneur & Owner/Agent at State Farm and Owner of Parlor Salon StudiosBradley Beck is a local entrepreneur who first opened his State Farm Agency in 2012 and is in the top percentile nationally. He is also owner of Parlor Salon Studios, a local luxury brand that provides fully furnished, private studios to cosmetology professionals. Parlor Salon Studios currently has 2 locations in Lafayette Parish with a 3rd coming soon to Downtown Lafayette. Lastly, Beck has entered the NFT/Metaverse space with his newest venture, Metavisory, a collaborative agency in the space.
We will talk all of that and more today at 11 AM.
www.BradleyBeck.com
www.ParlorSalonStudios.com
www.MetavisoryCompany.com
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2022-05-311h 08The Tea PodcastOoti Billeaud, owner of Magnolia LA, Lafayette’s new indoor skatepark & BMX shopWe are talking with Lafayette native, Ooti about growing up next to downtown Lafayette, his involvement in many Louisiana-based skateparks including the concrete skatepark “dustbowl” from 2005-2009 and the most recent public funded skatepark coming soon to Thomas Park. We will also talk about starting Magnolia LA and attempting to build an indoor skatepark and BMX bike shop in Lafayette and eventually New Orleans.
https://www.ootibilleaud.com
https://www.louisianaconcreteskateparks.com
https://www.ootibilleaudweddings.com
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2022-04-191h 19The Tea PodcastShelly & Keith Bond, Owners at Mel’s Diner in Lafayette, LAShelly & Keith Bond, Owners at Mel’s Diner in Lafayette.
We will be chatting about Mel’s Diner’s origins, history, and it’s connection to the community of Lafayette. We will also discuss renovations, opening timeframe, and touch on why there are so many Mel’s Diners throughout the country as Mel’s seems to be a popular name for diners.
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana & The Orchard, Authorized Service Providers of Apple.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio p...
2022-02-0747 minThe Tea PodcastDebbey Ryan, Founder & President of the Lafayette Women’s Chamber of Commerce & FriendsDebbey, known as the “Queen of Networking” is a successful marketing professional and founder & president of Lafayette’s Women’s Chamber of Commerce, one of the only(if not the only) Women’s Chambers in the State of Louisiana. A quote from their website says that the mission is “Advancing women in business.” — https://www.lafayettewomenschamber.org/
Join us as we chat with Debbey Ryan about her beginnings, challenges, and how she ultimately created the Lafayette Women’s Chamber of Commerce.
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2022-02-0356 minThe Tea PodcastRobert Guercio, local entrepreneur & owner of Downtown Lafayette BiergartenRobert Guercio, local entrepreneur & owner of Downtown Lafayette Biergarten.
Robert and I will talk about his businesses, his
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana & The Orchard, Authorized Service Providers of Apple.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they have sent students to college, to compete in major music competitions, and have also premiered on major TV Music contests like American Idol & The Voice. Founded by University of Louisiana at La...
2022-01-121h 07
Law With Mr. LafayetteCan Words Kill? The Verdict in Commonwealth v. Carter (2017) Said Yes and They DidThis is a case about mental illness. Social Anxiety. Depression. Control. Anorexia. Narcissism. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts charged Michelle Carter with the involuntary manslaughter of her boyfriend Conrad Henry Roy III. This case captured attention and visceral reactions from around the world when the trial began in June 2017. From a seemingly innocent meeting in Naples, Florida, in February 2012, where Carter and Roy were on separate family vacations, it began with a bicycle ride on the sugar-fine sandy beach of this Florida destination. It ended in July 2014 when Roy died of carbon monoxide poisoning in his pickup truck in the desolate parking...
2021-11-0923 minThe Tea PodcastPatrick W. Gandy Jr., CEO of Ochsner Lafayette General(OLG)Live with Patrick W. Gandy Jr., CEO of Ochsner Lafayette General(OLG)
We are talking with Patrick about OLG’s latest developments, including the multi million dollar expansion to the main Lafayette hospital as well as their new clinics being constructed around Acadiana. We will also talk about what means to have more accessible health care throughout the region and how Ochsner’s large investment to the State of Louisiana achieves that goal. We will also touch on a few other great developments that are underway as well as how Acadiana is doing when it comes to COVID.
HTTPS://Togethermeansmore.org
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2021-10-1848 minLaw With Mr. LafayetteFirst Monday in OctoberIn this episode, Street & Practical Law instructor René M. Lafayette provides us a unique insight to the opening of a new Term for the United States Supreme Court. The 2021-2022 Term will start on October 4, 2021 when the nine Justices assemble in what Lafayette calls "the marble temple of justice," the Supreme Court Building located at One First Street, NE in Washington, DC. Touching upon the traditions that the Court carefully preserves, Mr. Lafayette provides an overview of some of the cases that the Court agreed to hear dealing with diverse issues like God, guns, abortion rights, and terrorism.
Drawing upon sev...
2021-10-0305 minThe Tea PodcastElizabeth Payne - Co-owner of Carpe Diem & Pamplona Tapas Bar in Downtown LafayetteWe are talking about Elizabeth to learn more about her, her businesses, and how she became part of what makes Downtown Lafayette what it is.
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana & The Orchard, Authorized Service Providers of Apple.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they have sent students to college, to compete in major music competitions, and have also premiered on major TV Music contests like American Idol & The Vo...
2021-09-241h 03The Tea PodcastLacey Maynor, Advancial & Jamie Hébert, DLUToday we are talking with Lacey Maynor, Community Development Manager, Advancial Federal Credit Union & Jamie Hebert, Director of Programming & Engagement, Downtown Lafayette Unlimited about Downtown Lafayette’s Parc Sans Souci Play – Downtown’s soon to be new accessible playground.
We will also touch on Advancial’s success in the community of Lafayette.
Site references:
Advancial.org/play
DowntownLafayette.org/play
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and s...
2021-09-0938 minLaw With Mr. LafayetteThere Ought to Be a Law!Follow along as Mr. Lafayette describes the law-making process in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Beginning with the idea through to being signed by the Governor and then becoming part of the Massachusetts General Laws. Himself a former four-term State Representative in Rhode Island, Mr. Lafayette started as a Page while a junior in high school, eventually becoming a member of the staff of the Speaker of the House while in college. A year after graduating college, Mr. Lafayette was elected at the age of 24 to represent a House District in his hometown of Woonsocket. He would go on to be e...
2021-09-0809 minThe Tea PodcastJosh Goree, founder at Completeful.comJosh is a Louisiana native who has a entrepreneurial drive to create products that gives other entrepreneurs the ability to also create products for their clients. It’s called on-demand dropshipping in which Josh’s company, Completeful.com, specializes.
The company recently announced a big move into the former Northside Lafayette Walmart. We will be talking with him about that move and a few other things on The Tea.
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute...
2021-08-2651 minThe Tea PodcastJason Leonard, comedian & founder of Lafayette ComedyJason Leonard is a comedian, educator, father, kayak fisherman, and a fan of IPAs.
He has hosted and featured for comedians Tom Segura, Doug Stanhope, Todd Barry, Kyle Kinane, Brian Posehn, Emo Philips, Mark Normand, and more. He runs Lafayette Comedy and produces shows featuring national comedians and locals.
We will talk with him about how he founded Lafayette Comedy, the upcoming summer comedy series, and a lot more.
Lafayettecomedy.com
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2021-06-1857 minThe Tea PodcastMarcus Mire, Founder & CPA of Mire GroupLive with Marcus Mire, Founder & CPA of a local business CPA firm, Mire Group (mire.group).
Marcus and I will discuss things like his connection with the Lafayette area, what led to founding Mire Group, how the business operates in a post-Covid world, and more.
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they have sent st...
2021-06-1150 minThe Tea PodcastRavi Daggula - Local Lafayette DeveloperRavi Daggula, Local Developer, who is also renovating the famous John Nickerson House in the Sterling Grove Historical District near downtown Lafayette.
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The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by The Music Academy of Acadiana and Graze Acadiana.
The Music Academy of Acadiana is Acadiana's top choice for music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, saxophone, flute, audio production & more. They teach students of all ages and styles, they have sent students to college, to compete in major music competitions, and have also premiered on major TV Music contests like American Idol & The Voice. Founded by University of Louisiana at La...
2021-06-101h 01The Tea PodcastMaureen Dugas Foster, Property Manager at the new Bottle Art LoftsMaureen has a Bachelor and Master of Architecture from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Since 2006 Maureen has worked in architecture firms throughout Louisiana, founded a nonprofit for women in architecture called Designing Women of Acadiana, been the first ever Director of Downtown Lafayette Unlimited, and has recently taken the reins as Property Manager for Lafayette Bottle Art Lofts. She believes designers have the power to lead the way in communicating the importance of positive social and environmentally responsible messages.
Maureen is fueled by her passions of creating value through meaningful experiences. As a Lafayette native and lover of Acadiana...
2021-05-1447 min
Lafayette College Audio Tour1-Introduction:Welcome to Lafayette!Lafayette College drive-thru audio tour allows families to engage with us in a unique and safe way. Cruise through campus while we highlight buildings, stories, and interesting details about the wonders of Lafayette.
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