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From the Jasmine Fields of France to the Bayous of Louisiana: When Place Informs Plot

Submitted by Michelle Cavalier on Sun, 11/07/2021 - 1:03am

Erin Z. Bass leads a discussion between David Armand (The Lord's Acre), Pamela Binnings Ewen (The Queen of Paris), and Anne L. Simon (The Year of Yellow Jack) about how location informed their newest novels.

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Clovis Crawfish and the Feu Follet

Submitted by Michelle Cavalier on Sun, 11/07/2021 - 1:00am

Julie Fontenot Landry, author and daughter of the creator of Clovis Crawfish, talks about the character's 60 year history and his latest adventure.

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Celebrating with St. Joseph Altars: The History, Recipes, and Symbols of a New Orleans Tradition

Submitted by Michelle Cavalier on Sun, 11/07/2021 - 1:59am

Author Sandra Scalise Juneau talks about the history of the St. Joseph Altar, the traditions that surround it, and demonstrates the carving of a traditional Sicilian fig cake, or cuccidata.

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When Bad Things Happen, Find Your Superpower

Submitted by Michelle Cavalier on Sat, 11/06/2021 - 2:24am

Authors Nancy Rust and Carol Stubbs discuss how to find your superpower when you encounter challenges and difficult times in your life.

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Was there a Louisiana conspiracy in the murder of JFK?

Submitted by Michelle Cavalier on Sat, 11/06/2021 - 2:23am

Alecia P. Long, Fred Litwin, and Robert Mann discuss New Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison and his prosecution of Clay Shaw following the assassination of JFK.

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Patriarchy, Toxic Masculinity, and the Queer Young Adult Experience

Submitted by Michelle Cavalier on Sat, 11/06/2021 - 2:13am

YA authors Lev Rosen (Camp) and Adam Sass (Surrender Your Sons) discuss the inspiration for their new books. This program is strongly recommended for ages 14 and older due to a frank discussion of the importance of sex education.

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