All Things New Orleans

There are scores of religious sanctuaries in New Orleans. First Grace United Methodist Church, located in Mid-City, has one thing on all the others, though. It’s a real-life sanctuary to a man named Jose Torres.

On this week's edition of " All Things New Orleans " we'll chat with director Garrett Bradley about her award-winning short film documentary, Alone . Then, Jessica Rosgaard checks in with Richard Campanella to discuss his Cityscapes column for nola.com/The Times Picayune. And we'll share another episode of The Listening Post .

Many people boast about wanting “education for all,” but when asked what that looks like, they’re not exactly sure of the details. The educational vision of Nicole Young is clear. She's the Executive Director of Bard Early College in New Orleans . In this edition of Notes from New Orleans , Kelley Crawford invites Nicole to share Bard's big news. Visit ViaNolaVie for a related article written by Kelley Crawford. Correction: An earlier version of this piece included an assertion that Bard is the

On this week's edition of All Things New Orleans we'll chat with Jamar McKneely, CEO of Inspire NOLA Charter Schools , about their new program Project Live & Achieve . The new initiative focuses on bringing schools and community groups together to combat youth violence in New Orleans. Then Jack Sullivan talks about his latest book "New Orleans Remix" which spotlights the contemporary music scene in the city and it's musical renaissance.

Prospect 4 is a contemporary art triennial, taking place now through February 25 at 17 venues across New Orleans. Its theme is “The Lotus In Spite of the Swamp," and the idea is to offer artworks that ponder the connection between New Orleans and the world. NolaVie's Renée Peck sat down with artist Satch Hoyt to hear about his work, which is on display at the Old US Mint.

On this week's edition of All Things New Orleans , we'll chat about the upcoming broadcast of Live From Here w/ Chris Thile along with special guest Ben Jaffe of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band .

During the Vietnam War, New Orleans became a safe haven for scores of refugees fleeing the communist regime. The Historic New Orleans Collection has been collecting oral histories from many of these new Americans. Community leader Tony Tran was one of these individuals. He tells us about coming of age during the rise of the Viet Cong -- and his long journey to New Orleans -- in this edition of NOLA Life Stories . This NOLA Life Stories interview was conducted by Mark Cave for The Historic New

The local arts organization, Antenna , has opened a new print shop and art installation in the Lower 9th Ward called Paper Machine. Just in time for its first public event, Antenna's Executive Director, Bob Snead and artist Christopher Deris visited the studio to talk about the project with NolaVie's David Benedetto. Visit ViaNolaVie for a related article written by David Benedetto.

On this edition of All Things New Orleans we'll chat with award winning jazz & gospel vocalist Lizz Wright. She'll discuss her upcoming concert for the National Day of Racial Healing which is part of the Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation tour. Then, Jessica Rosgaard returns with Richard Campanella, CityScapes columnist for nola.com/The Times Picayune. And we'll share information regarding special programming at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, in observance of Martin Luther King Day.

Local filmmaker Russell Blanchard has proof that change can begin in your own backyard. His award-winning film, ' The Lot ' tells the story of a West Bank neighborhood coming together after Hurricane Katrina, and now, the film has started a community movement of its own. NolaVie’s Brian Friedman speaks with Russell to learn more. Visit ViaNolaVie for a related article written by Brian Friedman.

On this week's edition of All Things New Orleans , we'll chat with NPR's Robert Siegel, co-host of All Things Considered just ahead of his last day on air. Then, Jessica Rosgaard and The Advocate's Stephanie Grace discuss some unresolved issues in the state and in New Orleans as we move into the new year. And later, Dr. Eric Griggs joins us to discuss a couple of health concerns in the city.

In celebration of the city’s Tricentennial, NolaVie and New Orleans Historical bring you the series Who Did it Better: New Orleans Then and Now . In it, we look at aspects of the city’s history and their parallels in the present. Today we go to The Battle of New Orleans, in a segment we call Pirates and Nuns. It won’t be your usual New Orleans costume party. When re-enactors gather at Chalmette Battlefield this weekend to celebrate the Battle of New Orleans, they will be keeping it real, right

Here it is, the last show of the year! On this week's edition of All Things New Orleans we'll recap a few special interviews with some of our favorite guests, including Tank & The Bangas, Jon Cleary, Chris Thile, PJ Morton and more! We'll also share a few bloopers that'll definitely give you a good laugh.

Winters in New Orleans don’t exactly conjure up images of frozen lakes and ear muffs. Yet, there is one exception to this rule and her name is Sarah Zanolli. She's a professional figure skater and New Orleans’ official Ice Ambassador. NolaVie’s Kelley Crawford catches up with Sarah during the final stretch of this year’s ChristmasFest . Visit ViaNolaVie for a related article written by Kelley Crawford.

On this edition of All Things New Orleans , we'll chat with actress, artist and collector CCH Pounder. She'll discuss her personal collection which is part of Prospect New Orleans, a citywide triennial of contemporary art. Then, we'll share the latest episode of the Listening Post, asking our neighbors about community policing.