We break down the Michelin Guide’s debut in the American South, how a tire company became the global standard for fine dining, and what the first New Orleans results mean. We cover the big wins and surprises: Emeril’s earning the region’s only two-star rating, Saint Germain and Zasu landing one star, Bib Gourmand nods for Dooky Chase, Cochon and Cochon Butcher, Parkway Tavern, Turkey and the Wolf, and Hungry Eyes, and notable snubs like Dakar NOLA and the Brennan’s family of restaurants.

We also talk about why the guide’s limited reach beyond New Orleans matters for Louisiana’s food culture, how anonymous inspections work, and what this recognition could do for tourism, reservations, and the city’s culinary reputation. Tell us which restaurants you think Michelin missed, and subscribe to stay with us as we keep unpacking the stories, issues, and debates shaping life in Louisiana.

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President Trump’s recent decision to deploy troops into U.S. cities has sparked nationwide debate, and Louisiana may be next. We break down what’s really happening, why Governor Landry has requested federal funds to deploy the Louisiana National Guard, and what it means for New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport.

We talk about the difference between policing and militarization, how public perception of crime often clashes with actual data, and why language like “war on crime” shapes public opinion and policy. Drawing on memories from post-Katrina New Orleans, we question whether sending troops into cities truly makes us safer or if investing in our communities is the better path forward.

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The University of New Orleans is making headlines after officially moving from the University of Louisiana System back to the LSU System. We sit down to unpack what this shift really means for the university, its students, and the city it serves. Charles breaks down UNO’s complex history, from its early days as LSU New Orleans to years of post-Katrina enrollment struggles and ongoing budget challenges.

We explore whether a rebrand back to “LSU New Orleans” could spark new growth or if deeper issues like outreach, funding, and student engagement need to be addressed first. Together, we reflect on what this transition says about Louisiana’s higher education landscape and why UNO’s role in building New Orleans’ middle class deserves renewed attention and support.

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