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How much money a movie makes drives so much in Hollywood. Which sequels get greenlit, which franchises get rebooted, and how the theater chains try to combat streaming services all comes down to the almighty dollar. But sometimes the industry jargon can be a bit intimidating to new Box office nerds. That's where we come in - From the Avengers: Endgames to the Mortal Engines of the world, the Box Office Watch Podcast is here to break down the financial outcome of each weekend at the box offic ...
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THE DJ BE EXPERIENCE DJ BE (Diversifiedsound / ATL House Notes / Pop Up House Headz / 4Deep) Home Base: Atlanta, GA Styles: Deep Soulful Afro House + Lounge & Soul. Much can be said of a DJ that plays to win. A DJ, much like a point guard running his team’s offense on the court, brings their A game to any environment, home court advantage or not. This is the playing field for one of Atlanta’s “hardest working house music DJs.” DJ BE, AKA BEasy, electrocutes the atmosphere with pulsating char ...
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Edie Couvillon Aymond, Executive Director of 232-HELP, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss her organization’s mission “to help those in crisis return to being healthy and productive members of the community and to empower and strengthen individuals and families by connecting those in need with community and social services that address their needs.…
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Our guests are Priscilla and Floyd LeBleu, Lafayette residents and owners of the world’s largest collection of artwork by the renowned Edna Hibel. Priscilla and Floyd are looking for a permanent home to publicly display their beloved Hibel collection, hopefully in Lafayette LA. Edna Hibel, an American artist, was revered for her paintings of people…
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Eric Willese Wowoh of Change Agent Network joins Discover Lafayette to share his special bond with Lafayette, Louisiana and his mission to transform the entire nation of Liberia through improving educational outcomes. Eric is a humanitarian and social entrepreneur known for his efforts in education, community development, and social change, particu…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (June 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ Yusef Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.faceboo…
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Holly and Eli Cure, owners of Antoni’s Italian Café, join Discover Lafayette as part of Eat Lafayette’s yearlong celebration of locally owned restaurants. They share their captivating journey that had them working as employees of other restauranters before becoming dedicated proprietors of their own establishment. Holly is a Lafayette native who al…
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Ken Simeral, a prominent figure in the real estate community in Acadiana, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss his thoughts on investing in real estate when the numbers work in your favor, the importance of offering high-quality, targeted service to his clients, and his lifetime involvement in bettering our community. Ken is President-Elect of the R…
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With June being National Homeowner Month, it seems like a good time to welcome a seasoned Mortgage Loan Officer to Discover Lafayette. Home Bank’s Sandy Cormier, NMLS# 493798, Member FDIC/Equal Housing Lender, joins us to discuss the types of loans available to consumers who are looking to build or buy their dream home, as well as what you need to …
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South Louisiana Community College’s (“SoLAcc”) Anne Falgout, Director of Strategic Communications, and Lana Fontenot, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement and External Relations and Executive Director of the College’s Foundation, join Discover Lafayette to discuss the latest developments at SoLAcc and its recent rebranding. SoLAcc currentl…
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Tracy Tullier, a Breaux Bridge resident and Supervising Guide of Tours at the Louisiana State Capitol, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss her beloved work in guiding people through our state’s majestic Capitol, as well as sharing Louisiana’s rich history with visitors who hail from all parts of the U. S. and countries around the world. Tracy Tulli…
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Pastor Jay Miller of The Family Church and Lafayette Christian Academy (LCA) joins Discover Lafayette to discuss his latest venture, the launch of KVNTV 19.2 (available on over-the air tv antennas which pick up local broadcasts) and its accompanying app for enjoyment on digital devices. (Pictured above are Chris Rader, Jan Swift, and Pastor Jay Mil…
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Jamie Harson, owner and chef of Scratch Farm Kitchen, joins Discover Lafayette to share her commitment to serving the highest quality, fresh, locally sourced ingredients, in delicious combinations which fit the needs of any patron’s dietary preferences or restrictions. Located at 2918 Johnston Street in the Winnwood Shopping Center, Scratch Farm Ki…
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Dr. Amanda Logue, Chief Medical Officer for Ochsner Lafayette General, joined Discover Lafayette to discuss Ochsner’s new General Surgery Residency Program. Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the surgical residency program received nearly 600 applications for three coveted spots. The 5-year surgery progr…
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Kevin Blanchard, CEO of Downtown Development Authority (“DDA”) and Downtown Lafayette Unlimited (“DLU”), and Jessica Hauerwas, Executive Director of DLU, join Discover Lafayette to discuss their organizations’ missions, focus and programming. The two organizations work together to preserve and enhance Downtown Lafayette’s place as the heart of Acad…
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Jeannie DelGreco, a Lafayette realtor with eXp Realty, joins Discover Lafayette to share her rich and storied entrepreneurial journey in sales. While Jeannie’s current career today as a mom and realtor with eXp Realty is fulfilling and successful, in this interview, Jeannie looks back at the various lessons learned and experiences she survived that…
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Dale Clark and Ursula Quoyeser join us today to discuss the third annual Fin Feather Fur Food Festival benefiting the Team Gleason Foundation for people living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (“ALS”). Team Gleason Foundation was founded by Steve Gleason, a former New Orleans Saints safety who was diagnosed with ALS in 2011. Since its inception t…
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Ross Murphree, President of Olde Tyme Grocery Group, joins us today to discuss his family-owned restaurants, which include Olde Tyme Grocery, Sandra’s Café and Health Food Store, and BJ’s in Broussard. The patriarch behind this conglomerate of eateries is Ross’s father, Glenn Murphree, who originally purchased Olde Tyme Grocery in 1982. It has beco…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (April 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ Butta Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebo…
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Carencro Mayor Charlotte Stemmans Clavier joins Discover Lafayette to share her journey in business and politics. A life long resident of Carencro, Charlotte grew up in a political family. Both of her grandfathers served as police jurors for Lafayette Parish. Back in the day when political business was handled a bit more informally, and before open…
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The beautiful Louisiana Swamp Base, a national conservation and high adventure recreation program created by the Evangeline Area Council, Boy Scouts of America in 2010, is our focus this episode. Swamp Base aims to immerse thousands of young people in the environment and culture of the 1.4 million acre Atchafalaya Swamp each year. It is open to the…
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Randy Daniel joins Discover Lafayette to discuss his career in the restaurant business, an endeavor he has loved since his first gig at 14 years old working in catering services. Randy is a principal partner in OMW Restaurant Holdings, the owner and operator of La Pizzeria, as well as Kat Daddy wings, a delivery-only restaurant. OMW is the operatin…
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Set from SnakePit Stage - Esoteric Festival 2024 Rebel Scum, Born I - Evolution Brain Wave - Alchemist Bare Up - Can't Stop Mob Tactics - Murderball Mindscape - Meltdown Optiv & CZA - Don't Look Now Maztek - ThreePointZero Optiv, Disphonia, CZA - Critical Mass Konflict - The Beckoning (Stealth Remix) Mefjus & InsideInfo - Pulsation Synth Ethics - C…
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Chad Landreneau, developer of the app, AnimalFindr, joined Discover Lafayette to discuss his mission to connect breeders, buyers, and sellers of livestock such as cattle and horses, as well as family pets. Animal Findr is available on the Apple App store and Google Play. Animal Findr connects buyers and sellers across the nation for any and every p…
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Lafayette native Brennan Robideaux. recently made big news with the release of his film, Born to Fly, a feature documentary about another Lafayette native, pole vaulter Armand “Mondo” Duplantis. Born to Fly is a coming-of-age tale about one of the greatest athletes of our generation. Mondo Duplantis is the best pole vaulter in history; he currently…
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In this episode of the podcast, we look at how impressive Dune 2's Wurm sized opening is and where we can expect it to end up. Plus new leadership for Walt Disney Studios and Netflix, and a bevy of new release dates through 2027. Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.…
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EPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (Feb 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Calvin Morgan Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.face…
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Travis Schugg, Vice President of Staffing Services at VieMed Healthcare Staffing (“VHS”), joins Discover Lafayette to share how VHS utilizes technology to meet the burgeoning staffing needs across all healthcare specialties in the U. S. He is responsibile for steering the company’s long-term strategic direction and day-to-day operations. Travis mov…
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Melinda Taylor, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity, joins Discover Lafayette to share the work of her organization. A native of Wichita, Kansas, Melinda has served as ED of Habitat since 2000, the year she moved to Lafayette, after serving in a similar position in Hattiesburg, MS. Interestingly, her realtor at the time of her move here in 2…
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On this episode of the podcast, we marvel at how well Bob Marley did and at how poorly Madame Web did. Also we recap the Chinese New Year box office, and look at some team ups amongst the studios. No episode next week since I have a work offsite. Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https:…
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Chris Granger, owner of Seven Oaks Grand Coteau LLC, and Maison Title, joined Discover Lafayette to discuss his growing real estate empire. He is an attorney, a married father of five young boys, and a force to be reckoned with! While Chris worked with an established law firm for 2 1/2 years after graduating from law school, he knew he was never go…
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On this late episode of the podcast, we go over the terrible box office numbers for last week's Super Bowl weekend, as well as the news coming out of Disney's Earnings Calls and more. Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/box-office-watch/id1500197597Sp…
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Restauranteurs and brothers, Patrick and Steven O’Bryan, owners of Bon Temps Grill and Whiskey & Vine restaurants, join Discover Lafayette to share their love of their industry, the importance of good service focused on their clientele, and their successful partnership in running a family business together since 2011. Patrick and Steven O’Bryan are…
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On this episode of the podcast, we go over the disappointing open of spy comedy Argylle, some Sundance pickups, some films to look forward to next weekend for Lunar New Year in China, and various corporate headlines and new movie dates. Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https://podcasts…
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Calogero “Carlos” Todaro, renowned for his expertise in all things relating to wine, joins Discover Lafayette to share his adventures in the U. S. over the past sixty-two years. Carlos is well-known in the Lafayette area for his hard work ethic and desire to be of service to others. For years, he and his brother, Gene, were the resident wine expert…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (Jan 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Swift Vidal Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.faceb…
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This week, Miller's Girl is a flop so we're looking at the Oscar nominees which got a bump from getting Oscar nominations Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/box-office-watch/id1500197597Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ny5dDxQquInt5YKizlzdiGoo…
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Ben Broussard, Chief of External Affairs for Catholic Charities of Acadiana, joins us to discuss the nonprofit’s mission. Since 1973, Catholic Charities has worked to provide essential services to the most vulnerable people in our community who experience hunger, homelessness and poverty. A separate nonprofit organization from the Diocese of Lafaye…
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Just a quickie episode this week while I work on Oscars related stuff - luckily not too much box office news this weekend. Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/box-office-watch/id1500197597Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ny5dDxQquInt5YKizlzdiGo…
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Third-generation restauranteur Madonna Broussard, proprietor of Laura’s II Café, is our guest. Located at 1904 W. University Avenue, Laura’s II is named after Madonna’s grandmother, Laura Williams Broussard, who originally started a restaurant in her home kitchen on Voorhies Street in 1968. Laura’s II offers the comforting soul foods Madonna was ta…
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On this weekend, after going over the box office numbers for Mean Girls and The Beekeeper, we look at all the films coming to theaters between now and April Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/BOWatchPodcastiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/box-office-watch/id1500197597Spotify: https://open.spotify…
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Our guest today is Charles Edwards, CEO and Founder of One Telemed, a telehealth service for mental health patients in underserved communities for a majority of the Medicaid Managed Care Organizations in Louisiana. One Telemed uses innovative HIPAA video/audio technology to connect individuals in need of licensed professionals, reducing the wait ti…
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We are back and to kick things off for 2024 we are looking back at my predictions for the Box Office of 2023 (how many billion dollar films, 100M openers and 100M grossers there would be), and make those same predictions for 2024. Plus some headlines and my thoughts on Wonka Credits Email: boxofficewatchpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: https://twitter.com…
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Dr. Edmond (“Ed”) Dugas, Research Coordinator for the Athletic Network at UL – Lafayette, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss his career at UL – Lafayette and his lifelong dedication to athletics at the institution. In 2002, Ed was the driving force behind creation of the Athletic Network (“AN”), which showcases athletes/sports in UL’s past. Mike S…
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Sublime - Doin' Time High Contrast - Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (Bou Remix) LSB - New Day ft. DRS Shapeshifter - New Day Come Schematic - Yeah, What? Acee - Heavy Artillery Trakker - Stabbing Pains Deekline, Acee - Maintain Your Brain Jubei - Barracuda Klinical, Particle - Cult Process Seba - Future Sound Dub Phizix - Slush Puppeh The Upbeats - Silly Bant…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (DEC 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: ZACKIRIA SOUL Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.fac…
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Mike Tarantino, President & CEO of the Iberia Industrial Development Foundation, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss the recent business developments which will change the trajectory of growth for Iberia Parish and all of Acadiana. Passionate and well-spoken about business development and the need for all community leaders in the business and gover…
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Dreux Barra, proprietor of C’est Tout Dried Trinity Mix, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss the idea behind his product and its evolution. A humble man who is a joy to be around, Dreux and his wife, Monique, have built a home-grown company which has unlimited potential to corner the market in the U. S. and abroad. Dreux is frugal and conservative,…
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Blair Broussard, owner of Bee Positively Social, a social media consulting firm, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss effective digital marketing tools for small business owners in today’s market. Blair has also been an active real estate agent with District South by Real Broker in Lafayette since 2017. A chance to play middle blocker for the UL – L…
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Our guests are Ari Dolegowski and Jenée Naquin, husband and wife, as well as adventurers who have lived in Lafayette since 2020. The couple moved from New York City with their son, Noam, to be closer to Jenee’s family members who live in Eunice. Jenee is a brand stylist and digital content creator with vast experience in bringing luxury brands to l…
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Adam Daigle, Business Editor of the Acadiana Advocate, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss the biggest business news of 2023. The #1 story of the year is the incredible strides made in 2023 insofar as job creation is concerned. Iberia Parish is on fire with the recent announcement of First Solar’s $1.1 Billion investment to take place on thirty acr…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (NOV 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ LA Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebook.co…
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