Miracles in Meat

is an attorney, notary public and Louisiana title insurance agent. In 1995, he earned a Juris Doctorate from Louisiana State University, and in 1991, he obtained a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri. After law school, he worked briefly in the legal department for Bollinger Shipyards before spending two years working for a maritime defense law firm in New Orleans; he then began his private practice...

In this rich and reflective episode of Miracles in Meat, we sit down with Chef Jean-Paul Bourgeois — Louisiana native, Nicholls State University alum, and the acclaimed creator behind Duck Camp Dinners. Raised in Thibodaux and trained at the John Folse Culinary Institute, Jean-Paul’s story is steeped in Southern tradition, outdoor culture, and a de...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, we sit down with Bart Folse, the founder of Folse Alarm Fire Co., a small-batch hot sauce company renowned for its unique and bold flavors. Bart's journey from his role at Bayou Bend Health System to becoming a hot sauce entrepreneur showcases his passion for Cajun cooking and dedication to creating exceptional sauces. ​

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In this episode of Miracles in Meat, we sit down with Jason Bourgeois, a combat veteran, entrepreneur, and business coach dedicated to helping leaders and teams unlock their full potential. Jason’s career spans service in both the U.S. Marine Corps and Air Force, followed by a high-stakes role as a Blackwater contractor, where he provided personal security for diplomats at U.S. embassies worldwide. Now, he applies his expertise in ...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux sits down with Capt. Travis Lovell, a seasoned fishing guide and owner of Reelin’ Good Charters, to talk about the world-class fishing of Bayou Dularge, Louisiana.

Capt. Travis has spent a lifetime fishing these marshes, bayous, lakes, a...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux and Beau Bourgeois sit down with Michael Dalmau, the visionary owner of Cinclare Bar & Table in downtown Thibodaux. Michael shares how his experiences from Baton Rouge, California, and New Orleans have shaped his chef-driven approach to C...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux sits down with Noah Lirette of Bayou Terrebonne Distillers to explore Louisiana’s bootlegging history and the modern craft distilling movement. From prohibition-era moonshiners to today’s distilleries, Noah shares untold stories of resilie...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, brought to you by Bourgeois Meat Market, Shane sits down with Coach Lance Crochet of South Louisiana Select Baseball Academy in Houma, Louisiana, to discuss how baseball is more than just a sport—it’s a life-changing tool for youth development. Coach Croc...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux sits down with Chad Patti, a freediving instructor at Benthic Ocean Sports in Destin, Florida, to explore the adrenaline-fueled world of spearfishing and shark encounters.

Chad shares the importance...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux sits down with Sergeant Major Brody J. Bourgeois, a Marine Corps veteran and fourth-generation butcher, to talk about his military career, family legacy, and the values that tie them together.

A native o...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux sits down with Brandon Naquin, General Manager of Spahr’s in Downtown Thibodaux and a graduate of the Chef John Folse Culinary Institute at Nicholls State University.

A third-g...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux and Beau Bourgeois sit down with Francis Hebert, who just celebrated his 96th birthday. Born in 1928 in Southwest Louisiana, Francis has lived a life that feels like it was pulled straight from the pages of an epic American novel.

His bo...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux and Beau Bourgeois sit down with Phil Casse, the Customer Service Manager at Bourgeois Meat Market and lead guitarist for Thibodaux-based band Coma Nights.

Phil’s career started in fa...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux and Beau Bourgeois sit down with Earl Clement (Born 1939), Beau’s grandfather, to explore a lifetime of ingenuity, resilience, and hard-earned wisdom.

Earl shares stories of growing up in South Louisiana, his experiences with the original “Meat Man” Valerie...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux and Beau Bourgeois sit down with Scotty Smith, a 2nd-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and owner of Next Generation Martial Arts in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Scotty shares how jiu-jitsu teaches more than ...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux sits down with Nick Lichenstein to explore the intersections of conservation, hunting, and business. Nick’s journey is deeply rooted in the lessons passed down from his grandfather, Ron Bartels, shaping his...

In this episode of Miracles in Meat, Shane Thibodaux, a fourth-generation butcher, sits down with his cousin Beau Bourgeois, the current owner of Bourgeois Meat Market, to discuss the history, resilience, and future of their family business...