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Whistle Monsta is back in the Fan Cave, fresh off a trip to Paris and just days from returning to France to continue repping New Orleans and the Saints as an ambassador, and this episode brings a serious guest. Chansey Augustine, official photographer for New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno and co-founder of the Kicking Back NOLA Foundation, sits down for a conversation that goes from picking up a $250 camera during COVID lockdown to shooting WWE Raw and SummerSlam, the Final Four in the Superdome, her first Saints game, and now City Hall. Follow Chansey Augustine: https://www.instagram.com/channel91photography https://www.instagram.com/c91media/ https://www.instagram.com/kicknbacknola/ https://kicknback.org/ Whistle Monsta: https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ JAMNOLA - https://www.jamnola.com OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, NewOrleans, ChanseyAugustine, Channel91, KicknBackNOLA, NOLAPhotographer, WhistleMonsta, FanCave, PositiveNews, NewOrleansSaints

Pete Murano was raised all across America. Born in the Northeast, he moved to St. Louis and finally settled in New Orleans, Louisiana. He developed an attachment to an equally nomadic music form, the blues, at an early age. Starting on saxophone at age 11, he began teaching himself to play guitar as a teenager. Murano's music then underwent a natural evolution as he began to explore R&B and rock. Finding himself drawn to the sights and sounds of the Crescent City, Murano soon relocated to New Orleans. The next piece of his musical maturation would stem directly from the influence of his new home. Murano began learning the standards, becoming a working musician in the dimly lit clubs of the city's fabled Frenchmen street. In 2003, Murano joined forces with Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue. Here, he developed a sound that was all his own, combining elements of rock, funk, and R&B. With Shorty, Murano has written, recorded, and toured the world extensively. His sound on guitar is often raw and distorted, yet soulful. Now, on his first solo release, he embraces that sound as it vibrates into the world. Pete also runs the Apollo Clinic which brings local youth into the studio to learn about the process of making music alongside Grammy nominated and Grammy award winning musicians and engineers. Pete Murano on YouTube: @petemurano3273 Pete Murano on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petemurano/ Website: https://www.petemurano.com/ Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission petemurano, tromboneshorty, apolloclinic, louisiana, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic, whodat, mardigras, mardigrasindians, skullandbones, northside, parade

Whistle Monsta sits down with James Beard Award–winning chef Alon Shaya for a deeply personal conversation about food, resilience, mentorship, and what it truly means to serve a community. Chef Shaya shares the inspiration behind his second cookbook, Memories of a Good Meal: Recipes of Resilience Inspired by Stories of World War II Survival. About Memories of a Good Meal: An unforgettable collection of recipes inspired by ten diverse, moving stories of Holocaust survivors and WWII heroes, from James Beard Award–winning chef Alon Shaya with author June Hersh. Memories of a Good Meal is a culinary journey that celebrates the tenacity of the human spirit and the transformative power of a good meal. Chef Alon Shaya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alonshaya Available for pre-order here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/memories-of-a-good-meal-alon-shayajune-hersh Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission  @HarperCollinsPublishersUS   @HarvestBooksOfficial  AlonShaya, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, NewOrleansFood, NewOrleansChef, JamesBeardAward, ChefInterview, Safta, LakeviewNewOrleans, CulinaryLeadership, FoodWithPurpose, HospitalityIndustry, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, LouisianaFood, HolocaustStories, Resilience, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, yeschef, celebritychef, topchef, jamesbeard, jamesbeardaward#DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic

In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, host Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell sits down with his friend Jeff Duncan. Jeff is the sports columnist for The Times-Picayune/NOLA.com, FOX 8 analyst, and the journalist who has covered the New Orleans Saints longer than anyone in the country. Jeff opens up about his experience of getting to know Steve and Michel Gleason, their inspirational impact, and co-writing Steve's memoir, A Life Impossible: Living with ALS: Finding Peace and Wisdom Within a Fragile Existence (available here: https://a.co/d/0cGkgH8l). Jeff and Leroy also talk about the joy of the  @NewOrleansSaints  return to the  @caesarsdome  after Hurricane Katrina. Jeff shares his experience of attending the  @U2official  and  @GreenDay  rehearsal for the pregame festivities, and shares a fun story about Steve and Michel that happened later that night after the game. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Connect with Jeff Duncan: https://x.com/JeffDuncan_ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ JeffDuncan, NewOrleansSaints, NOLA, SteveGleason, NickSaban, LSU, HurricaneKatrina, WhoDAT, SaintsNation, TimesPicayune, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, whistlemonsta

Part 1 of 2. Host Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell sits down with longtime friend Jeff Duncan — sports columnist for The Times-Picayune/NOLA.com and the longest-tenured Saints beat writer in America. Jeff traces his unlikely path from a wildlife management major at Eastern Kentucky University to the newsrooms of Louisville, Monroe, and eventually New Orleans. He details breaking the Nick Saban to LSU story by chasing a single anonymous message board post — and the phone call that confirmed everything without a word being said. He also opens up about co-writing Steve Gleason's 2024 memoir A Life Impossible: Living with ALS, and what it was like to watch a man he'd known since the locker room days become one of the most inspiring figures in the country. Leroy closes the episode with a deeply personal reflection on the night of the Saints' return to the Superdome after Katrina — the blocked punt, the tears, and what it felt like for a city to exhale together. Stay tuned for Part 2. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Connect with Jeff Duncan: https://x.com/JeffDuncan_ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ JeffDuncan, NewOrleansSaints, NOLA, SteveGleason, NickSaban, LSU, HurricaneKatrina, WhoDAT, SaintsNation, TimesPicayune, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, whistlemonsta

On Episode 75 of the Only Good Vibes News Network, host Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell sits down with his longtime friend, Chef Will Avelar. Will is a New Orleans native, Grace King and Delgado alum, and one of the most genuine success stories this city's food scene has produced. Will's journey reads like it was written for the screen. He walked into his first restaurant job not even knowing what a busboy was and just figured it out. That fearlessness and hunger to learn carried him through every station in the kitchen, from dishwasher to line cook, butcher to saucier, all the way through nearly 15 years inside Emeril Lagasse's restaurant organization. He worked at Emeril's Delmonico, NOLA Restaurant, and eventually rose to Chef de Cuisine at Meril, Emeril's Warehouse District restaurant. Then Will did what only the truly loyal and fearless do. He walked away from the top spot to bet on his family. Together with his father Carlos and brother Fernando, Will built Mawi Tortillas, starting as a small wholesale tortilla bakery in Metairie, then pivoting during COVID to pupusas and birria tacos that went viral on Instagram. What started as a family hustle has grown into one of the most beloved Latin American restaurants in the New Orleans area. And in 2025, Mawi expanded to Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Leroy and Will also get into the 2009 Saints Super Bowl season, the Zen card that set the tone for the whole conversation - loyalty - and why walking in the path of your own heart is the only way to truly win. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Connect with Chef Will Avelar: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/will.avelar/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mawinola/ Mawi Tortillas - https://mawitortillas.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ ChefWillAvelar, MawiTortillas, NewOrleansFood, NOLA, EmerilLagasse, NOLAEats, LatinFood, NewOrleansRestaurants, GraceKing, 504, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, WhistleMonsta

In New Orleans, food and Saints football is a passion and a lifestyle. And nobody lives it harder than Ben Collier. On this episode of the Only Good Vibes News Network, host Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell sits down with Ben Collier - better known to Saints Nation as Cyborg Saint, one of the most recognizable superfans in the entire NFL. But there's way more to Ben than the costume. He's also the owner of Ben's Burgers, the beloved chargrilled burger joint at 2008 Clearview Parkway in Metairie.  Ben's superfan alter-ego, Cyborg Saint, was born on Halloween night 2010, when Ben got tickets to a game, decided to show up in costume, and never looked back. As a kid he always made his own costumes - cutting car floor mats into pads, building a black and gold superhero suit from scratch. What started as one night of fun turned into a full superfan identity, with Ben earning season tickets, suiting up for every home game, and joining a krewe of superfans who travel together and even attend the Superfan Hall of Fame in Ohio every summer.  Off the field, Ben built Ben's Burgers into its own thing - chargrilled burgers, chicken sandwiches, smoked sausage, chili cheese fries, shakes, and a homemade hickory smoked BBQ sauce and fry sauce that people come back for again and again. His signature sandwich? The Big Ben.  This is a conversation about fandom, entrepreneurship, community, and what it means to go all in on the things you love - in the greatest place on earth. Who Dat! Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Connect with Ben "Cyborg Saint" Collier: Website - https://bensburgers.devournow.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bensburgersnola/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@sqadron2386 Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ bensburgers, eatatbens, cyborgsaint, bencollier, NewOrleansArt, NOLA, NewOrleans, 504, LouisianaArtist, CartoonRealism, PunkRockAudubon, LouisianaWetlands, BayouLife, NewOrleansArtist, JazzFest, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, WhistleMonsta, GoodVibes, NOLACreatives, LouisianaArt, OilPainting, SouthLouisiana

On this episode, host Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell welcomes Michael Guidry — New Orleans oil painter, Louisiana marsh devotee, and the artist critics have called "the punk rock Audubon." Trained at the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts and LSU, Guidry builds richly layered compositions on wood, burlap, canvas, and aluminum — inspired by time spent at his fishing camp in the South Louisiana salt marsh. From albino alligators to bayou wildlife to the myths and memories of personal experience in the natural world, his work is bold, vibrant, and distinctly New Orleans. A fascinating conversation about art, life, and seeing the world a little differently. See his work at mguidrystudio.com. Connect with Michael Guidry: Website - https://mguidrystudio.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ MichaelGuidry, NewOrleansArt, NOLA, NewOrleans, 504, LouisianaArtist, CartoonRealism, PunkRockAudubon, LouisianaWetlands, BayouLife, NewOrleansArtist, JazzFest, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, WhistleMonsta, GoodVibes, NOLACreatives, LouisianaArt, OilPainting, SouthLouisiana

Former Saints punter, Thomas Morstead, came through the FanCave and we had a real, honest conversation about anything and everything. Thomas is just a genuinely good dude. I'm proud to call him a friend, and New Orleans should be proud that he still calls this city home and continues to give back to the community. Don't miss this one. No politics. No negativity. Just good vibes. Who dat. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Connect with Thomas Morstead: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thomasmorstead/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/  @txfblife   @HTownHighSchoolSports   @NewOrleansSaints   @49ers   @dbrees9   @FlemingsSteakhouse   @scandalouschocolates9586   @SnowLikeJon   @SAINTSSHOW   @Saintsfan   @whodatsnation   @DeuceWindhamNFL   @WhoDat4Life   @WhoDatEditz   @saintsnewstoday   @WWLsports   @wwltv   @FOX8NOLA   @NOF   @JazzAndHeritage   @fqfest   @SMUFB   @MiamiDolphins   @nyjets   @AtlantaFalcons ​

New Orleans has always been a city that creates. RicRACK makes sure that creativity never goes to waste. On Episode 70 of the Only Good Vibes News Network, host Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell sits down with Jena Housman (Board Treasurer), Shel Roumillat (Creative Reuse Store Manager), and Julie Lodato (Project Management & Marketing) from RicRACK — a New Orleans-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that's been transforming textile waste into opportunity for 15 years. Founded by costume designer and wardrobe veteran Allison Parker, RicRACK was born out of a simple but powerful idea: connect the mountains of donated fabric and clothing from Louisiana's booming film and television industry with a mission to teach the city how to sew. The result is one of New Orleans' most unique nonprofits — part creative reuse shop, part community sewing studio, part sustainability movement. In this episode: RicRACK's new home at 321 Burgundy Street in the French Quarter and their expanded sewing studio The Earth Day Remakers Market — featuring 17+ vendors transforming reclaimed materials into new creations The Designer Reuse Challenge — New Orleans' top designers given mystery ribbon donations and challenged to create something extraordinary Give NOLA Day — May 5th (Early giving starts April 28th!) and why your donation makes a difference Classes for ages 8 and up: Sewing 101, corset making, kite making, bucket hats, crochet, embroidery and more Last year RicRACK taught 470 youth and adults — and they're just getting started How to donate fabric, clothing, and even sewing machines Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. ricRACK: https://www.ricracknola.com/  @ricRACK  Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission  @ivanneville   @TromboneShorty  Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse https://trenasse.com/   NewOrleans, NOLA, Sustainability, RicRACKNOLA, GiveNOLADay, NOLANonprofit, TextileRecycling, LearnToSew, SewingCommunity, CreativeReuse, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, WhistleMonsta

Jazz Fest brings the good people to New Orleans, and this week it brought some incredible guests straight to the OGVNN studio. Leroy Mitchell welcomes Dennis and Tami from the Only in the Green Room podcast, a backstage artist interview show that gives listeners the kind of access you can only get when the cameras stop rolling and the real conversations begin. But then the tables turn. Dennis and Tami flip the script and put Leroy in the hot seat, interviewing the man behind the whistle about his journey to becoming Whistle Monsta - the persona, the brand, and everything in between. And that's not all. Jamie Bernstein makes his return to OGVNN! A New Orleans-based singer-songwriter with roots woven into the city's music and culture, Jamie's latest album ZEUS was recorded aboard a sailboat in the Bahamas and draws on his sobriety journey, his love for New Orleans, and the kind of raw, unfiltered storytelling that defines the city's best artists. Jamie recently performed at French Quarter Festival and continues to be one of the most authentic voices in the Crescent City music scene. This episode is a celebration of music, community, and what happens when good people find each other through a shared love of New Orleans. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Only in the Green Room: https://onlyinthegreenroom.com Jamie Bernstein: https://www.jamiebernstein.com Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ OGVNN, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, WhistleMonsta, LeroyMitchell, JazzFest, NewOrleansMusic, JazzFest2026, OnlyInTheGreenRoom, JamieBernstein, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLAMusic, PodcastInterview, BackstageAccess, LiveMusic, SingerSongwriter, NewOrleansculture, MusicPodcast, 504, WhistleNation

Leroy "Whistle Monsta" Mitchell welcomes Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr, son of Mardi Gras Indian legend Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, and documentary filmmaker Mark Gunson to the Only Good Vibes News Network. The conversation covers Joseph's journey of carrying an iconic cultural legacy while building his own, the sacred tradition of Mardi Gras Indians, and the brotherhood behind New Orleans band The Rumble. Gunson shares his experience filming the documentary and his goal of having it ready for the New Orleans Film Festival this fall. A rich, soulful conversation about culture, identity, positivity, and the spirit of New Orleans. No politics. No negativity. Just good vibes. Who dat. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. The Rumble: Website - https://therumbleband.com/ YouTube -  @therumble.official  Mark Gunson: YouTube -  @sfmarko333  Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/  

How did Whistle Monsta begin and what inspired the creation of the Only Good Vibes News Network? In this special episode, Montana Pinell sits down with her father, Leroy Mitchell (aka Whistle Monsta), to uncover the story behind the brand, the mission, and the journey that started it all. From the early ideas to building a platform focused on positive stories and community impact, this is a powerful father-daughter conversation about purpose, creativity, and legacy. What you’ll learn: • The origin story of Whistle Monsta • How Only Good Vibes News Network was created • The vision behind spreading positive news • A personal look at family, purpose, and storytelling If you believe in positivity, community, and building something meaningful, this episode is for you. Subscribe for weekly inspiring interviews, community stories, and positive news. Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/  

Carla Jewell & Emma Bologna join Whistle Monsta in the FanCave for an upbeat conversation about their journey into New Orleans real estate, the uniqueness of buying a home in New Orleans, and their personal stories. Emma Bologna was born and raised in New Orleans where she attended Cabrini High School. She then moved on to Hawai’i Pacific University and LSU to earn her BFA. Emma is now back in New Orleans where she is continually gaining knowledge and expertise as a mutli-million dollar producer in real estate. Emma loves solving problems, getting the job done efficiently, and making sure her clients are represented in the best ways possible. Emma’s favorite part of real estate is developing personal relationships with her clients as she helps them reach their goals—whether it be selling, buying, leasing, or investing. Carla Jewell began real estate in January 2019, bringing with her more than 20 years of sales, marketing, and business experience. Starting out in sales, she was a top producer and Presidents Club member for several years with Pennsylvania Life Insurance Company. In 2007, Carla purchased the PJ’s Coffee on Magazine Street and brought a neighborhood staple back to life through creative marketing strategies and multiple cooperative community and charitable endeavors. After almost 9 years, Carla decided to indulge her passion for interior design and organization with Jewell Interior Concepts assisting clients in preparing their homes for sale with interior decorating and certified staging services. Having worked in both interior design and sales, Carla brings a unique perspective, skillset and level of detail to her clients, ensuring they get the most for their home. Carla has three handsome sons and is very active in several community and charity organizations, including the  @610Stompers   Contact Carla at: https://www.freretrealty.com/carla-jewell Contact Emma at: https://www.freretrealty.com/emma-bologna Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission PJ's Coffee, realestate, realestateinvesting, houseflipper, womeninrealestate , NewOrleans, WhistleMonsta, OnlyGoodVibes, PositiveNews, WomenEmpowerment, Nonprofit, CommunitySupport, HealingJourney, Inspiration, louisiana, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic, whodat, mardigras

Susan Spicer joins Whistle Monsta live in the FanCave for a relaxed, candid conversation about her life, leadership skills, and the many adventures she has experienced along the way. Susan Spicer began her cooking career in New Orleans and subsequently travelled throughout Europe and California before returning to New Orleans. In 1990, she collaborated with Regina Keever to open French Quarter fine-dining destination Bayona, much to the delight of diners and critics alike. Her cookbook, Crescent City Cooking: Unforgettable Recipes from Susan Spicer’s New Orleans, was released in 2007, receiving numerous accolades. In 2010 she opened Mondo, a casual, family-style restaurant with a focus on global flavors, in her home neighborhood of Lakeview. With Rosedale, she comes full circle by focusing on the signature ingredients and flavors of Louisiana. Susan Spicer's Restaurants: Bayona - https://www.bayona.com/ Mondo - https://www.mondoneworleans.com/ Rosedale - https://rosedalerestaurant.com/   Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/   Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission   Chef Susan Spicer, Bayona, Rosedale, Mondo, James Beard, NewOrleans, WhistleMonsta, OnlyGoodVibes, PositiveNews, WomenEmpowerment, Nonprofit, CommunitySupport, HealingJourney, Inspiration, louisiana, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic, whodat, mardigras 

*This is a replay in honor of Women's History Month This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Holly MacKenna and her daughter, Maeve Graffagnini - authors of Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! follows Kunall the Pelican, a talented young basketball player who loves the game—but when it’s time to take the big shot, anxiety creeps in. His wings tremble, his belly tightens, and his mind fills with doubt. What if he misses? What if everyone is watching? Set in the colorful heart of New Orleans, this beautifully illustrated picture book offers more than just a story about sports. It gently introduces children to mindfulness and breathwork as tools for managing stress, self-doubt, and performance anxiety—on the court and in everyday life. With encouragement from his coach and support from his teammates, Kunall learns to center himself, take a deep breath, and trust in his abilities. Perfect for children ages 4–8, especially those who experience anxiety, love sports, or need a calming reminder to breathe through big emotions. Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! is an inspiring story of resilience, emotional awareness, and the power of staying present. Learn more and purchase Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! at https://www.susanschadtpress.com/shop/p/inhale-exhale-shoot Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ inhale, exhale, shoot, basketball, booktube, booktok, breathe, breathingexercises, breathing, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

In this inspiring episode of Only Good Vibes News Network, host Leroy “Whistle Monsta” Mitchell sits down with Lisa McKenzie and Angela Becnel from You Night Empowering Events, an incredible organization based in New Orleans dedicated to helping women embrace life beyond cancer. Founded in 2013, You Night Empowering Events provides empowering experiences for women who have faced cancer, offering a powerful alternative to traditional support groups. Through creative, uplifting programs like runway empowerment events, scar art painting, and storytelling experiences, women discover strength, sisterhood, and renewed purpose after their diagnosis. Alongside Angela Becnel, the conversation explores: • The powerful mission behind You Night Empowering Events • How community support helps women heal emotionally and mentally after cancer • The importance of sisterhood among survivors • Unique empowerment experiences like Runway Empowerment, ScART Scar Art Painting, and Story Crafting Since its founding, You Night has helped hundreds of women rediscover confidence, strength, and hope through transformative programs and the support of a vibrant survivor community. Learn More About You Night Empowering Events https://younightevents.com Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission YouNight, CancerSurvivor, BreastCancerAwareness, WomenSupportingWomen, CancerSupport, CancerSurvivors, NewOrleans, WhistleMonsta, OnlyGoodVibes, PositiveNews, WomenEmpowerment, Nonprofit, CommunitySupport, HealingJourney, Inspiration, louisiana, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic, whodat, mardigras, mardigrasindians, parade, runway

Pete Murano was raised all across America. Born in the Northeast, he moved to St. Louis and finally settled in New Orleans, Louisiana. He developed an attachment to an equally nomadic music form, the blues, at an early age. Starting on saxophone at age 11, he began teaching himself to play guitar as a teenager. Murano's music then underwent a natural evolution as he began to explore R&B and rock. Finding himself drawn to the sights and sounds of the Crescent City, Murano soon relocated to New Orleans. The next piece of his musical maturation would stem directly from the influence of his new home. Murano began learning the standards, becoming a working musician in the dimly lit clubs of the city's fabled Frenchmen street. In 2003, Murano joined forces with Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue. Here, he developed a sound that was all his own, combining elements of rock, funk, and R&B. With Shorty, Murano has written, recorded, and toured the world extensively. His sound on guitar is often raw and distorted, yet soulful. Now, on his first solo release, he embraces that sound as it vibrates into the world. Pete also runs the Apollo Clinic which brings local youth into the studio to learn about the process of making music alongside Grammy nominated and Grammy award winning musicians and engineers. Pete Murano on YouTube: @petemurano3273 Pete Murano on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petemurano/ Website: https://www.petemurano.com/ Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission petemurano, tromboneshorty, apolloclinic, louisiana, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic, whodat, mardigras, mardigrasindians, skullandbones, northside, parade

Whistle Monsta sits down with Bruce Sunpie Barnes - Contemporary Creole music icon, Louisiana cultural ambassador, and Big Chief of the Northside Skull and Bones Gang. Sunpie shares what Mardi Gras means to him, discusses the history of Mardi Gras culture, and talks about the history, purpose, and relevance of the Northside Skull and Bones Gang. Sunpie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brucesunpiebarnes Website: https://www.sunpiebarnes.live Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission sunpie, louisiana, creole, creolemusic, zydeco, afromusic, caribbean, caribbeanmusic, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic, whodat, mardigras, mardigrasindians, skullandbones, northside, parade

Whistle Monsta sits down with James Beard Award–winning chef Alon Shaya for a deeply personal conversation about food, resilience, mentorship, and what it truly means to serve a community. Chef Shaya shares the inspiration behind his second cookbook, Memories of a Good Meal: Recipes of Resilience Inspired by Stories of World War II Survival. About Memories of a Good Meal: An unforgettable collection of recipes inspired by ten diverse, moving stories of Holocaust survivors and WWII heroes, from James Beard Award–winning chef Alon Shaya with author June Hersh. Memories of a Good Meal is a culinary journey that celebrates the tenacity of the human spirit and the transformative power of a good meal. Chef Alon Shaya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alonshaya Available for pre-order here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/memories-of-a-good-meal-alon-shayajune-hersh Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission  @HarperCollinsPublishersUS   @HarvestBooksOfficial  AlonShaya, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, NewOrleans, NewOrleansFood, NewOrleansChef, JamesBeardAward, ChefInterview, Safta, LakeviewNewOrleans, CulinaryLeadership, FoodWithPurpose, HospitalityIndustry, CommunityLeadership, MentorshipMatters, SupportLocal, LouisianaFood, HolocaustStories, Resilience, WhistleMonsta, NOLA, yeschef, celebritychef, topchef, jamesbeard, jamesbeardaward#DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic

Whistle Monsta welcomes Heroes of New Orleans' Greg Ravy and Laney Chouest to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network. Founded in 2016 by Algiers native Gregory Ravy, Heroes of New Orleans began with a simple but powerful mission: to give opportunities to disadvantaged youth and families in the community where Gregory was born and raised. Growing up on New Orleans' West Bank, Gregory witnessed the challenges facing underserved communities—limited access to quality programs, economic barriers, and systemic gaps that prevented talented young people from reaching their potential. He founded Heroes of New Orleans to change that reality. Since 2016, we've grown from a grassroots organization to a comprehensive community institution that has impacted over 10,000 families through stipend-paid programs, vital resources, and community initiatives. Today, we operate two locations serving thousands of youth and families annually with programs spanning STEM education, workforce development, entrepreneurship training, mental health support, and essential resource distribution. Heroes of New Orleans remains committed to bridging gaps and ensuring that underserved communities have sustainable resources and support—staying true to our founder's vision, that every young person deserves access to opportunities that help them build the future they deserve. Heroes of New Orleans: https://www.heroesofnola.org 2026 Race for a Cause: https://www.heroesofnola.org/event-details-registration/2026-race-for-a-cause-go-kart-festival Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission heroes, heroesofnola, gregravy, laneychouest, tugboats, 3dprinting, culinary, mentoring, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic

Whistle Monsta welcomes New Orleans music journalist, Keith Spera, to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network. New Orleans native Keith Spera has spent 30 years telling the stories of his hometown, especially its musical community. He's won numerous national feature-writing awards and was a member of The Times-Picayune newspaper's Pulitzer Prize-winning Hurricane Katrina coverage team. His acclaimed book “Groove Interrupted: Loss, Renewal and the Music of New Orleans” (2011, St. Martin’s Press) is an intimate portrait of some of the city’s most prominent musicians as they recover from adversity. In addition to his work at The Times-Picayune and its affiliated website, NOLA.com, he is the host/producer of "Let's Talk with Keith Spera," a weekly talk show on New Orleans public TV station WLAE. Get more from Keith at these links: Groove Interrupted on Amazon: https://a.co/d/bMeBwn8 The Advocate | Times-Picayune | NOLA.com: https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/keith_spera/ Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Intro/Outro Music: "Greatest Place on Earth" Performed by: Ivan Neville, Trombone Shorty, Ben Jaffe, Charlie Gabriel, and Whistle Monsta *Used by permission Executive Producer: Jay Pelham keithspera, nolamusic, bigeasycruise, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic

Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Devin Snow to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network. Devin Snow is a New Orleans-area food influencer best known for his weekly series “RB&R Day” (Red Beans & Rice Day), where he travels across Louisiana and beyond sampling red beans and rice from mom-and-pop restaurants, corner stores, and hot plate lunch spots. What started as a college love for red beans & rice turned into a thriving social media presence after he launched a humor blog and later quit his car sales job to pursue content creation full-time. Snow’s authentic, unscripted approach to food reviews and his celebration of a New Orleans staple dish have earned him a large following and brand partnerships, all built on highlighting local eateries and genuine experiences rather than rankings or tourist favorites. HTM YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SnowLikeJon HTM Merch - https://htmsports.com/merch HTM FB - https://www.facebook.com/HTMNOLA HTM X - https://x.com/snowlikejonn HTM IG - https://www.instagram.com/snowlikejon Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ redbeansandrice, rbr, holdthemayo, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic

Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Lionel Milton to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network. New Orleans artist Lionel Milton’s art has become well recognized by collectors and companies throughout the world. For decades his colorful style has vibrantly demonstrated energy with ubiquitous appeal and eclectic charm. Over the years, Milton has been commissioned and collected the likes of Uber, Capital One Bank, ESPN, Red Bull ,P&G, and Heineken. Growing up in a culturally rich place like New Orleans heavily influenced and continues to inspire his artwork. Connect with Lionel at https://www.lionelmilton.com and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lionelmiltonart Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ elleone, lionelmilton, mardigras, skateboarding, skatedeck, skateculture, yoga, yogiadityanath, yogiadityanath, yogi, yogapractice, breathe, breathingexercises, breathing, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok, musiciansclinic

Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Tracy Parket to the fan cave for Only Good Vibes News Network. Tracy Parker, FNP-BC, embodies a spirit of compassion and dedication shaped by her life experiences and her connection to New Orleans. Originally hailing from Morgan City, Louisiana, Tracy's path to becoming a nurse practitioner was deeply influenced by her childhood and personal challenges. "I always took on a caregiving role since I was young," Tracy reflects a sentiment rooted in her upbringing as the eldest child in a complex family.  She received her undergraduate BSN-RN degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana (now UL) in 1994 and master's degree from University of Arkansas for Medical Science in 1998.     Familial ties and a sense of calling drove her journey to New Orleans in 2011. "New Orleans drew me here," Tracy shares, recounting how she followed her son to the city after her divorce. Initially involved in nonprofit youth healthcare, she later transitioned to cardiology and electrophysiology, where she felt she could make a deeper impact.  In 2024, Tracy was asked by the LSU New Orleans Musicians' Clinic to become the new clinician when the practice closed at LSU, she joined St. Thomas Community Health Clinic and continued to see her patients there.    New Orleans holds a special place in Tracy's heart due to its cultural richness and inclusivity. "It's such a non-judgmental place," Tracy observes, “everyone is free to be their most authentic selves in a way I’ve never seen anywhere else.” She speaks passionately about the sense of community at St. Thomas, describing it as a welcoming family that embraces diversity and authenticity.  Tracy's role extends beyond medical practice; it embodies her personal ethos of compassion and service. "I come from a humble background," Tracy acknowledges, noting her empathy stems from personal experiences of overcoming challenges and loss. This empathy shapes her approach to patient care, ensuring each individual feels heard and understood.  Tracy continues her mission of providing accessible and quality healthcare to her patients. She remains actively involved in ministry and participates in annual church medical mission trips, demonstrating her dedication to community, service, and holistic healing.  Outside of her work, you may also catch her at a local concert or art market due to her love of music and the arts for their ability to bring people together and enhance emotional well-being, viewing them as essential components of community and personal enrichment.    Tracy’s journey as a nurse practitioner exemplifies dedication, empathy, and a steadfast commitment to holistic healthcare reflects her belief in treating the whole person, enhancing both physical and emotional well-being. As Tracy continues to make a difference in the lives of her patients and community, her story inspires aspiring healthcare professionals everywhere.

This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome a rising voice in the New Orleans music community: Dylan Frechette, drummer, guitarist, bandleader, and lifelong friend of the show. Dylan sits down in the Fan Cave to talk about his musical journey, from playing Willie Green’s drum kit as a kid on Oak Street’s Po’Boy Fest, to falling off the stage, to developing into one of Loyola University’s most promising young musicians. He shares stories of growing up between Orlando, Denver, and New Orleans, discovering improvisation, and finding a true musical family through Frenchy, Maple Leaf culture, and the city’s deep generational lineage of funk, jam, jazz, and roots music. Whistle and Jamie dive into: Dylan’s first memories of New Orleans, including Leroy yelling at a speeding car, setting the tone for what “NOLA energy” really means. His Po’Boy Fest debut at age 6-7, how the crowd embraced him, and the unforgettable moment when he passed out from adrenaline after crushing his first gig. Learning under legends, playing with Leo Nocentelli, Nick Daniels, and others; hearing stories from the Meters universe; and what it’s like being 14 in a rehearsal room full of Grammy-winners. Why he chose Loyola over music schools across the country, and how New Orleans’ sense of family reshaped his musical identity. Building a new live-music culture for his generation, bringing Loyola students into jam sessions, and creating opportunities for young musicians to connect with the raw, improvisational heart of New Orleans music. Insights on listening, jamming, and music as community, including how real improvisation requires listening to others instead of yourself. Dylan also talks about his band Surco, their weekly residency at the reborn Jimmy’s, upcoming Funk Fest performances, and why he believes live improvisational music is essential for young listeners today. Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ Follow Dylan & Surco: Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/surco.offical/ Dylan’s personal IG — https://www.instagram.com/_dylanfrechette/ OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, DylanFrechette, CircaOfficial, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

In this episode of Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein sit down with Joseph Makkos, the print-maker, archivist and founder/curator of the NOLA DNA Project. Joseph takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable treasure trove: tens of thousands of historic New Orleans newspapers and printed materials, and how he’s turning them into accessible history, design, and data. We talk about discovery, preservation, the future of archives, and why the stories embedded in old newspapers still matter today. Joseph Makkos is a designer, print-maker, preservationist, and archivist based in New Orleans. Through the NOLA DNA Project he manages a rare collection of roughly 30,000 historic newspapers from New Orleans (circa late 19th to early 20th century) and is actively digitizing, curating, and re-presenting them for research, art, design and public engagement. Visit the NOLA DNA Project: http://noladna.com Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/, Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ neworleans, goodvibes, onlygoodvibes, noladna, archive, archivist, newspaper, curator, founder, tulane, loyola, timespicayune, history, foryou, whodat, podcast, nola

This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Dr. Bruce WIlson - Board Certified Cardiologist and Founder of AlmighTea. AlmighTea was founded by Dr. Bruce Wilson, a board-certified cardiologist and master healer who believes that true wellness transcends the physical body. With deep roots in both Western medicine and ancient healing practices, Dr. Wilson created AlmighTea as a bridge between science and spirit. Grounded in his training in Internal Medicine and Cardiology, and elevated by his mastery in New Paradigm Multi-Dimensional Transformation and Kriya Yoga, he crafted a high-vibration tea to nourish the mind, body, and soul. After drinking AlmighTea, you will feel aligned, elevated, restored, and refined. Learn more and purchase AlmighTea at https://almightea.shop/ Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ yoga, yogiadityanath, yogiadityanath, yogi, yogapractice, breathe, breathingexercises, breathing, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Holly MacKenna and her daughter, Maeve Graffagnini - authors of Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! follows Kunall the Pelican, a talented young basketball player who loves the game—but when it’s time to take the big shot, anxiety creeps in. His wings tremble, his belly tightens, and his mind fills with doubt. What if he misses? What if everyone is watching? Set in the colorful heart of New Orleans, this beautifully illustrated picture book offers more than just a story about sports. It gently introduces children to mindfulness and breathwork as tools for managing stress, self-doubt, and performance anxiety—on the court and in everyday life. With encouragement from his coach and support from his teammates, Kunall learns to center himself, take a deep breath, and trust in his abilities. Perfect for children ages 4–8, especially those who experience anxiety, love sports, or need a calming reminder to breathe through big emotions. Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! is an inspiring story of resilience, emotional awareness, and the power of staying present. Learn more and purchase Inhale, Exhale...Shoot! at https://www.susanschadtpress.com/shop/p/inhale-exhale-shoot Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ inhale, exhale, shoot, basketball, booktube, booktok, breathe, breathingexercises, breathing, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome Arron "Birdie" Barringer and Chet Pierson from VetJams. VetJams is a collaborative music project of musicians and veterans. VetJams unites military veterans through the power of live music—creating safe, supportive spaces where shared rhythm builds camaraderie, combats isolation, and shines a spotlight on mental health. We champion the message: it’s okay to seek help, and through the VetCenter (504-507-4977) all veterans can get therapy for free regardless of discharge type. Check out VetJams at https://www.vetjams.org Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ toysfortots, 2025, christmas, veterans, veteransupport, therapy, military, usmc, usmcvet, usarmy, usairforce, usa, usaf, usnavy, uscoastguard, uscg, vfw, grammys, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

Whistle Monster and Jamie Bernstein sit down with a New Orleans icon, Hank Staples, owner of Maple Leaf Bar. Hank shares a few stories about his journey from New York to New Orleans, how he first became connected to the Maple Leaf, and how he eventually became the owner. Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome one of New Orleans’ most respected sonic architects, Grammy Award–winning producer and engineer Tracey Freeman. From his early days working sound at Jesuit High School to touring with Harry Connick Jr., Tracey has shaped the sound of countless NOLA legends, including Kermit Ruffins, Rebirth Brass Band, Leroy Jones, Ivan Neville, and more. In this deep and soulful conversation, Tracey shares how balance, joy, and humility have guided his decades-long career behind the board. He opens up about recording on the road, surviving the transition from analog to digital, and keeping the spirit of New Orleans music alive in a changing world. The crew also gets candid about pandemic creativity, mentorship in modern production, and unforgettable sessions from The Jungle Book soundtrack with Bill Murray to Harry Connick’s unreleased solo projects. It’s an inside look at the craft, discipline, and magic that power the Crescent City’s sound, told by the man who’s mixed it all. Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ grammys, OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

This week on the Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein welcome a rising voice in the New Orleans music community: Dylan Frechette, drummer, guitarist, bandleader, and lifelong friend of the show. Dylan sits down in the Fan Cave to talk about his musical journey, from playing Willie Green’s drum kit as a kid on Oak Street’s Po’Boy Fest, to falling off the stage, to developing into one of Loyola University’s most promising young musicians. He shares stories of growing up between Orlando, Denver, and New Orleans, discovering improvisation, and finding a true musical family through Frenchy, Maple Leaf culture, and the city’s deep generational lineage of funk, jam, jazz, and roots music. Whistle and Jamie dive into: Dylan’s first memories of New Orleans, including Leroy yelling at a speeding car, setting the tone for what “NOLA energy” really means. His Po’Boy Fest debut at age 6-7, how the crowd embraced him, and the unforgettable moment when he passed out from adrenaline after crushing his first gig. Learning under legends, playing with Leo Nocentelli, Nick Daniels, and others; hearing stories from the Meters universe; and what it’s like being 14 in a rehearsal room full of Grammy-winners. Why he chose Loyola over music schools across the country, and how New Orleans’ sense of family reshaped his musical identity. Building a new live-music culture for his generation, bringing Loyola students into jam sessions, and creating opportunities for young musicians to connect with the raw, improvisational heart of New Orleans music. Insights on listening, jamming, and music as community, including how real improvisation requires listening to others instead of yourself. Dylan also talks about his band Surco, their weekly residency at the reborn Jimmy’s, upcoming Funk Fest performances, and why he believes live improvisational music is essential for young listeners today. Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ Follow Dylan & Surco: Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/surco.offical/ Dylan’s personal IG — https://www.instagram.com/_dylanfrechette/ OnlyGoodVibesNewsNetwork, OGVNN, FanCavePodcast, 504FanCave, WhistleMonsta, JamieBernstein, DylanFrechette, CircaOfficial, NewOrleansMusic, NOLAMusicScene, NewOrleansMusicians, NOLAArtists, NOLAPodcast, NewOrleans, NOLA, NOLACommunity, NOLAStyle, CrescentCityCulture, FrenchmenStreet, MapleLeafBar, Tipitinas, BlueNileNOLA, NOLALiveMusic, NOLAFunk, NOLAJazz, NOLARock, NOLASoul, UptownNOLA, OakStreetNOLA, LiveMusic, MusicInterview, MusicianLife, BandLife, IndieMusician, IndependentArtist, EmergingArtist, MusicPodcast, BehindTheMusic, ArtistSpotlight, MusicCommunity, MusicJourney, MusicCulture, JamBand, ImprovisationalMusic, GuitaristsOfInstagram, DrummersOfInstagram, MusicEducation, LoyolaNewOrleans, LoyolaMusic, LoyolaUniversityNewOrleans, MusicStudentLife, CollegeMusicians, YoungMusicians, NextGenerationOfMusic, MusicSchoolLife, StudentMusicians, FunkMusic, NOLAFunk, RootsRock, JamScene, JamBandFamily, GratefulDeadFamily, DeadHeads, ImprovisationalMusic, ModernFunk, SoulMusic, GrooveMusic, LiveJamSession, FunkFest, MapleLeaf, Tipitinas, BlueNile, JimmysUptown, FrenchysGallery, FunkyUncleLive, WhoDat, SaintsFans, NewOrleansSaints, SaintsNation, 504Culture, SaintsPodcast, SaintsCommunity, BlackAndGoldCrew, WhoDatNation, MusicVideo, PodcastInterview, PodcastLife, PodcastShow, NewEpisode, TrendingNow, MustWatch, ContentCreators, YouTubeCreators, SubscribeNow, fyp, foryou, foryoupage, viral, trending, newmusic, musiciansoftiktok, musicinterview, podcastclip, NOLAtok

In this episode of Only Good Vibes News Network, Whistle Monsta and Jamie Bernstein sit down with Joseph Makkos, the print-maker, archivist and founder/curator of the NOLA DNA Project. Joseph takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable treasure trove: tens of thousands of historic New Orleans newspapers and printed materials, and how he’s turning them into accessible history, design, and data. We talk about discovery, preservation, the future of archives, and why the stories embedded in old newspapers still matter today. Joseph Makkos is a designer, print-maker, preservationist, and archivist based in New Orleans. Through the NOLA DNA Project he manages a rare collection of roughly 30,000 historic newspapers from New Orleans (circa late 19th to early 20th century) and is actively digitizing, curating, and re-presenting them for research, art, design and public engagement. Visit the NOLA DNA Project: http://noladna.com Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports - https://nolamotor.com/ Scandalous Chocolates - https://www.scandalouschocolates.com/ Frenchy Live - https://www.frenchylive.com Trenasse - https://trenasse.com/ Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/, Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/ neworleans, goodvibes, onlygoodvibes, noladna, archive, archivist, newspaper, curator, founder, tulane, loyola, timespicayune, history, foryou, whodat, podcast, nola

Leroy and Jamie talk to Julie Ladato (Board of Directors) and Ken Cryer (President) about their work with the Threadhead Cultural Foundation.  In 2009, the non-profit Threadhead Cultural Foundation 501(c)(3) was launched to promote the cultural heritage of New Orleans through grants and assistance to musicians, artists, and others involved in endeavors relating to music and other artistic expressions whose work is in the tradition of preserving, promoting and disseminating the cultural heritage of New Orleans and the surrounding area of Louisiana. The Foundation raises funds through memberships, fundraising events and donations. Funds raised are granted to artists and artistic projects through an application process usually conducted in the Fall of each year. Threadhead Cultural Foundation: Website - https://www.thcfnola.org Whistle Monsta: Instgram - https://www.instagram.com/badasswhistla/# Website - https://www.whistlemonsta.com/ Jamie Bernstein: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/Jamie_Bernstein_Music Website - https://www.jamiebernstein.com/   neworleans, goodvibes, onlygoodvibes, deadhead, threadhead, johnnysketch, thefireweeds, lillilewis, burris, bakeysbrew, cigarboxguitar, ochsner, bigsixbrass, captainbuckles, thewalrus, bethpatterson, seanheely, tennesseewilliams, marsalis, uptownjazznet, nolatet, paulsanchez, dannybarker, banjo, blackamericana, americana, joekrown, funkmonkey, nolamusicians, musiciansclinic, nola, louisiana, grantopportunity, foundation, nonprofit

Whistle Monster and Jamie Bernstein sit down with a New Orleans icon, Hank Staples, owner of Maple Leaf Bar. Hank shares a few stories about his journey from New York to New Orleans, how he first became connected to the Maple Leaf, and how he eventually became the owner. Thank you to our sponsors: NOLA Motorsports Scandalous Chocolates Frenchy Live Trenasse   neworleans goodvibes good vibes only nola nfl whistlemonsta buddha whodat whodatnation scandalous chocolate trenasse maple leaf bar oak street krewe of oak where y'at ​​

Whistle and Jamie talk to Lisa Davis, Development Director of the New Orleans Film Society, about the upcoming New Orleans Film Festival.

Tune in beginning Thursday, October 16th for the new Only Good Vibes News Network hosted by Leroy Mitchell (aka Whistle Monsta) and Jamie Bernstein. The Only Good Vibes News Network is recorded at the Fan Cave located in New Orleans, LA.