Hmm. Street, an insider's guide to New Orleans. Beyond Bourbon Street is the podcast

where we explore the food, music, culture, places, and people that make New

Orleans unique. Whether you are planning a trip, living in New Orleans, or simply wanting a taste of the Crescent City from wherever you are,

you've come to the right place.

And now, your host, Mark Bologna.

Hey all, this is Mark.

Welcome to episode 173.

Today's show is all about Mardi Gras.

It's become somewhat of an annual tradition to have Arthur Hardy on to discuss all things

carnival and Mardi Gras.

The last show is about tech and entrepreneurship in New Orleans.

We talked about an incubator called the Idea Village and an annual conference called New Orleans Entrepreneur Week that kind of combines technology

Entrepreneurship and the culture of New Orleans. It's really kind of a unique thing so if you missed it go back and give it a listen I think you'll enjoy it

Before we jump in let me talk about the people that make this show possible first up is sunset chasers

If you need help planning a trip to New Orleans or elsewhere, contact my partners at Sunset Chasers.

I used to offer a travel planning service, but I had to give it up as my kids have gotten older,

and I really struggled with trying to find someone that had kind of the same vibe and same feel as I do.

And I think I've found him in Mallory and Allison over at Sunset Chasers.

They can help you plan a trip to New Orleans or to anywhere else.

And speaking of which, by the time you hear this, it's going to be early January,

2023. And now's the time to book a cruise vacation if you're interested. Whether you

want to sail the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, or even the Mississippi River, which is something I'm going to do

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