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From NOLA with the Forstalls is a podcast rooted in the heart of New Orleans — where stories of grit, creativity, and community come to life.Join us as we sit down with local artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, and everyday changemakers to hear their journeys, celebrate their…
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Kerry Seaton on Willie Mae’s, Katrina & America’s Best Fried Chicken (opens the original)
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Kerry Seaton joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share the remarkable story behind Willie Mae’s Scotch House, the legendary New Orleans restaurant known for what’s been called “America’s Best Fried Chicken.” Kerry takes us from her childhood growing up around her grandmother Willie Mae’s kitchen to the moment Hurricane Katrina devastated the restaurant and a community came together to help rebuild it. With plans to attend law school, Kerry never expected to take over the family business,
Chats with Chip: Why Is My Personal Injury Case Taking So Long? (opens the original)
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Why do some personal injury cases settle quickly while others take months, or even years? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall to break down what can affect the timeline of a personal injury case. From determining fault and completing medical treatment to insurance negotiations, serious injuries, litigation and trial dates, Chip explains why every case moves differently, and why rushing to settle isn’t always
Malik Mingo: From Katrina to Emmy-Nominated TV Host (opens the original)
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Emmy-nominated Great Day Louisiana host Malik Mingo joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends for a candid conversation about his journey from New Orleans to Texas and back home again. Malik reflects on being displaced by Hurricane Katrina, growing up in San Antonio, finding his own identity, and eventually realizing that hard news wasn't the career he wanted. He shares how taking a chance, literally sliding into the DMs of Great Day Louisiana, helped lead him back to New Orleans and into the tel
Chats With Chip: What Chip's Learned from 45 Years of Negotiations (opens the original)
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In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall, to talk about how insurance claims have changed over the course of Chip’s 45 years of experience. Chip explains why today’s adjusters often have less authority, why more cases end up in litigation, and what he believes is driving higher auto insurance rates. They also discuss claim denials, rising repair costs, and how modern vehicles have made even seemingly minor acciden
Amanda Shaw: From Child Fiddle Prodigy to Louisiana Music Icon (opens the original)
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Louisiana music favorite Amanda Shaw joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends for a conversation about growing up in Mandeville, picking up the violin at just four years old, and building a career rooted in Cajun music and New Orleans culture. Amanda reflects on performing at Jazz Fest since childhood, the pressures of working professionally as a teenager, and the importance of finding joy and community through music. She also shares the full-circle story of eventually working with producer Kent
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