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Bayou And Bullshyt: A Louisiana History Podcast

Bayou and Bullshyt is a storytelling podcast uncovering Louisiana’s wildest history — from notorious crimes and voodoo queens to corrupt politicians and long-buried family secrets.

Podcast · By Shika Denise · English · Official site

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  1. Episode · Sep 4, 2026

    EP. 16| STORYVILLE: SEX, JAZZ, MONEY & THE CITY THAT PUT VICE ON A MAP (opens the original)

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    New Orleans didn’t just have a red-light district — the city created one. From 1897 to 1917 , Storyville became one of the most infamous neighborhoods in America. But behind the fancy brothels, Basin Street balconies, liquor, gambling, and jazz was a whole system built around money, race, politics, exploitation, and power. In this episode, we’re getting into the Blue Books that listed women by name, address, and racial classification , the rise of legendary madams Josie Arlington and Lulu White

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