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The Section G Podcast episode 3: The cauldron

Posted March 12, 202000:20:00

Some grew to love it. Others — ones who threatened to slow-up the breakneck pace of proceedings — weren’t allowed to practice in his courtroom...

Behind The Lens episode 71: 'A spiritual battle'

Posted March 6, 202000:22:13

Charters schools prepare for a potential outbreak of coronavirus. Pollution opponents link up in New Orleans. And Nick Chrastil offers background on...

The Section G Podcast episode 2: 'Speedy is his name'

Posted March 5, 202000:22:08

In this episode, we look at Frank Shea’s career, some of its historical context, and talk with a man who watched Shea operate for over 20 years, became...

Behind The Lens episode 70: Change for the bus?

Posted February 28, 202000:23:50

The Convention Center's revenue sharing proposal for RTA, Kennedy HS seniors on track for graduation and a local look at higher education all feature...

The Section G Podcast episode 1: Erin Hunter

Posted February 26, 202000:08:45

A series on the life and career of controversial New Orleans Judge Frank Shea during the rise of mass incarceration.