Louisiana's Playground
Louisiana’s Playground is a podcast about all there is to experience in Lake Charles. Join host Brady Renard as he shares fresh perspectives from locals, businesses, and area experts about the best-kept secrets of Southwest Louisiana. This podcast will give you all the tools you need to build your own personal Lake Charles itinerary. Louisiana’s Playground explores what it means to be bold and outspoken, yet laid back and homey. Tune in bi-weekly for a taste of all Southwest Louisiana has to offer; from authentic Louisiana dishes, luxurious resorts and spas, perfect party locations for adult and group trips, and endless ways to play all day. Live it up in Lake Charles and listen at http://visitlakecharles.org/podcast.
Episodes
December 6, 2023 • 40 mins
Guest Kevin McCarthy, the Executive Chef at L’Auberge Casino Resort, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss L’Auberge’s numerous culinary offerings. The resort boasts eight restaurants ranging from casual fare to fine dining. The trio also touches on Southwest Louisiana’s unique food culture and the different experiences one can have on the casino property.
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November 22, 2023 • 31 mins
Guest Neida Kaye Loup, the chair of the Holiday House joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss Christmas Under the Oaks, an annual Christmas festival in Sulphur. The celebration has lights, carriage rides, food, a carnival and live music acts. The scene is so picturesque, that you’ll swear you’re in a Hallmark movie.
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November 8, 2023 • 39 mins
Guest Don Stevens, the Racetrack Announcer at Delta Downs in Vinton, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss Delta Downs’ numerous entertainment offerings from horse racing to the casino, sportsbook and dining options on property.
This episode marks a new chapter for Louisiana's Playground as the podcast welcomes KPLC-TV Anchor and Assistant News Director Jillian Corder as its new co-host. ...
This episode marks a new chapter for Louisiana's Playground as the podcast welcomes KPLC-TV Anchor and Assistant News Director Jillian Corder as its new co-host. ...
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October 25, 2023 • 39 mins
Guest Pam Shaheen, a golf tourism expert, joins Louisiana’s Playground to break down the best public courses to play while visiting Southwest Louisiana. With multiple options and plenty to do off the course, Lake Charles will be your new favorite golfing destination.
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October 11, 2023 • 29 mins
Norman McKnight, the Rosa Hart Theatre Supervisor and Technical Director, joins co-hosts Brady Renard and Taylor Stanley on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the Rosa Hart Theatre’s impact on the community and its rededication on Oct. 15.
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September 27, 2023 • 36 mins
Guest Jason Barnes, the Director of the Burton Complex, joins co-hosts Brady Renard and Eric Zartler on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the Burton Complex’s impact on the Lake Charles community. The complex hosts many types of events each year from high school state championships to state-wide rodeos and community events.
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September 13, 2023 • 38 mins
Guests Nathaniel Allured and Adam Fontenot, the founders of Smoke & Barrel, join host Brady Renard on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the upcoming Smoke & Barrel Festival and what the process of starting a festival is like. From the initial idea to the why behind their charity partner, the trio discusses the behind-the-scenes as well as the bourbon and BBQ event itself.
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August 30, 2023 • 28 mins
Guest Brandon Hartwig, the manager at Caesars Sportsbook in the Horseshoe Casino, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the casino’s first year in Southwest Louisiana as well as the fan experience at the sportsbook.
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August 16, 2023 • 31 mins
Guest Billy Nungesser, the Lt. Governor of Louisiana, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the travel industry in the state of Louisiana. The trio talks culinary, culture and the state’s plan to expand its international market.
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August 9, 2023 • 20 mins
In Southwest Louisiana, we like to celebrate, well, everything! The fall season is packed with festivals and events and the Louisiana’s Playground podcast is here to give you a rundown of what to expect from Lake Charles’ biggest celebrations over the next few months. Brady and Anna discuss all the upcoming fall events on this special episode of the podcast.
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August 2, 2023 • 35 mins
Guest Jan Gourley, the Founder/Festival Director at Adfish Group, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the upcoming Louisiana Food and Wine Festival. The trio touch on all the experiences you don’t want to miss during the four-day event. In addition, find out why Lake Charles is the perfect destination for the culinary celebration.
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July 19, 2023 • 32 mins
Guest Josh Robinson, the Chief Marketing Officer at Golden Nugget Lake Charles, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the casino resort’s numerous entertainment offerings from big acts coming into town, to a relaxing pool day by the lazy river.
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July 5, 2023 • 29 mins
Guest Captain Andrew Soileau, the owner and operator of High Tide Charters, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss charter fishing in Southwest Louisiana. The trio talk fish, the best time of the year to be out on the water and the many places you can be picked up to have your own charter fishing adventure!
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June 21, 2023 • 36 mins
Guest Amanda Cusey, the 2022 Queen of Louisiana Seafood and Executive Chef at The Terrace Restaurant, joins Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the Louisiana Seafood Cook-off coming to Lake Charles for the first time. The trio also touch on the live-action experience of the cook-off and how the honor has catapulted Chef Cusey's career over the last year.
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June 7, 2023 • 47 mins
Guest Adley Cormier, a local historian, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss Lake Charles’ rich history and its Charpentier Historic District. Known for its unique variety of architectural styles and materials, the Charpentier Historic District is living history in the city. Cormier also touches on local ghost stories, urban legends and notable moments in Lake Charles history.
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May 24, 2023 • 31 mins
Guest Brandon Ledet, a local Zydeco musician, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the history of the Louisiana-based music as well as what makes the genre so endearing. Ledet focuses on the feeling of the music, the unique instruments as well as why Southwest Louisiana is the perfect place to take in the foot-tapping sounds of Zydeco.
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May 17, 2023 • 1 min
Louisiana’s Playground is a podcast about all there is to experience in Lake Charles. Join hosts Brady Renard and Jillian Corder as they share fresh perspectives from locals, businesses, and area experts about the best-kept secrets of Southwest Louisiana. This podcast will give you all the tools you need to build your personal Lake Charles itinerary. Louisiana’s Playground explores what it means to be bold and outspoken yet la...
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May 17, 2023 • 19 mins
In Southwest Louisiana, we like to celebrate, well, everything! The summer season is packed with festivals and events and the Louisiana’s Playground podcast is here to give you a rundown of what to expect from Lake Charles’ biggest celebrations over the next few months. Brady and Anna discuss all the upcoming summer events on this special episode of the podcast.
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May 10, 2023 • 47 mins
Guest Nic Hunter, the Mayor of Lake Charles, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the city of Lake Charles and its future. The trio touch on upcoming projects as well as those that have shaped the city over the last few years. Mayor Hunter also discusses Investor’s Day, as he aims to bring more businesses to the city.
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April 26, 2023 • 35 mins
Guest Heath Allen, the Executive Director of the Lake Charles Regional Airport, joins hosts Brady and Anna on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss LCH’s impact on the Lake Charles region and new ways the airport is improving. LCH offers direct flights to Dallas and Houston, making Lake Charles a one-stop hub to hundreds of destinations.
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