Troubled Men Podcast

Decorated journalists and authors Alison Fensterstock and Michael Tisserand have recently completed a fantastic biography on a beloved New Orleans cartoonist, illustrator, and music writer. The book, "Bunny Matthews: His Life, Art, and Obsessions," has just been published by the Historic New Orleans Collection. As creator of the iconic "Vic & Nat'ly" series, Bunny captured the dialect and cultural milieu of the city's working class while presenting a satirical, worts-and-all view of daily life in the area. Tonight Alison and Michael join the Troubled Men to discuss all things Bunny. As returning guests, they knew what they were getting into. Topics include lying down, a possible stroke, college kids, an Iguanas tour, a rained-out gig, quicksand, a Sonny Landreth tour, cowboys, a New Yorker cover, Portland, Lindsay Clancy, a Bunny quote, a Washboard Chaz robbery, Siberian huskies, a Normals reunion, the Red Rockers, an accusation, an admission, a book release, a dead horse, a hitchhiking trip, Figaro magazine, the Dixie Roto, "F'sure," George Wein, Tony Bennett at Jazz Fest, the alternative press, Stan Mack, yats, a David Duke parody, dark humor, post-Katrina cartoons, Ed Volker, poor boy sandwiches, Mayor Victor Schiro, ex-wives, the Mushroom II, Jude Matthews, Georgia Scott, the genesis of the book, a cancer diagnosis, a Geraniums record review, a contrarian point of view, young bands, the 1984 World's Fair, deleted Facebook accounts, an HNOC exhibition, and much more. Intro Music: "Just Keeps Raining" by Styler/Coman Break Music: "Junco Partner" from "Resurrection of the Bayou Maharajah" by James Booker Outro Music: "Tonight" from "Little Houses In Space" by the Geraniums Support the podcast: Paypal or Venmo Join the Patreon page here. Shop for Troubled Men’s T-shirts & tanks here. Subscribe, review, and rate (5 stars) on Apple Podcasts or any podcast source. Follow on social media, share with friends, and spread the Troubled Word. Troubled Men Podcast Facebook Troubled Men Podcast Instagram Iguanas Tour Dates René Coman Facebook Alison Fensterstock Facebook Michael Tisserand Facebook Michael Tisserand Homepage Bunny Matthews Homepage Bunny Matthews Exhibition at the Historic New Orleans Collection Purchase Bunny Matthews: His Life, Art, And Obsessions

The civil rights attorney, artist manager, and singer with the Valparaiso Men's Chorus and the Shitty Stones has been a tireless champion of the disabled community, having successfully litigated more than 500 cases under the Americans With Disabilities Act over the last 20 years. Discovering Hurray For The Riff Raff at a neighborhood dive opening slot, he shepherded the band through several records leading to their major label signing. Tonight Andy joins the Troubled Men and treats their diminished capacity with dignity and grace. Topics include above-ground pools, a landlord, local news, animal attacks, a chili stand, a hair crime, the Circle Bar sale, Hector Gallardo RIP, Jonah Bascle, a streetcar lawsuit, Ft. Lauderdale, Tulane, Urge Overkill, WTUL, the Mermaid Lounge, Rob Cambre, law school, Matador Records, EMI, handicapped parking, Alynda Seggara, parenting, King Louie Bankston, Alex Chilton's memorial, the Exploding Hearts, Goner Records, "Harahan Fats," summer camp, Adam Levine, and much more. Intro Music: "Just Keeps Raining" by Styler/Coman Break and Outro Music: "Street Fighting Man" and "Sympathy for the Devil" by the Shitty Stones Support the podcast: Paypal or Venmo Join the Patreon page here. Shop for Troubled Men’s T-shirts & tanks here. Subscribe, review, and rate (5 stars) on Apple Podcasts or any podcast source. Follow on social media, share with friends, and spread the Troubled Word. Troubled Men Podcast Facebook Troubled Men Podcast Instagram Iguanas Tour Dates René Coman Facebook Andy Bizer Facebook Bizer Law Homepage

He’s a Grammy-nominated recording engineer and record producer for artists including Steel Pulse, Dr. John, Better Than Ezra, Irma Thomas, and Carlo Nuccio’s final “Clap Hands” record, and has worked at Fudge Recording, the Music Shed, and Marigny Studios over his decades in biz. A Navy combat veteran, Jacques joins the Troubled Men on Bastille Day as they man the barricades, well aware that the revolution always devours its children.Topics include Midwest gigs, a police encounter, “Other’s Day,” the Truck Farm, a lightning strike, a student pilot, suicide, a first marriage, Ricky Castrillo RIP, James Rivers RIP, Sam Neill RIP, “Dead Calm,” insomnia, Lilith Fair, sauna encounters, Abbeville, Erath, a bayou doctor, a fighter squadron, aircraft carrier life, the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences, a hurricane, a ballet studio, Bruce Barielle, mastering, Rick Nelson, a Lynn Drury record, and much more.Intro Music: "Just Keeps Raining" by Styler/Coman Break Music: "Austin" from "Clap Hands" by Carlo Nuccio Outro Music: "I Got A Feeling" by The Walrus Support the podcast: Paypal or Venmo Join the Patreon page here. Shop for Troubled Men’s T-shirts & tanks here. Subscribe, review, and rate (5 stars) on Apple Podcasts or any podcast source. Follow on social media, share with friends, and spread the Troubled Word. Troubled Men Podcast Facebook Troubled Men Podcast Instagram Iguanas Tour Dates René Coman Facebook Jacques DeLatour Facebook Carlo Nuccio "Clap Hands" Bandcamp

The veteran singer, songwriter, and guitar player with Walking Wounded, the Stoney White Punks, and Killeen Foundry has released his latest solo record, "Sad Songs At Sunset, Chapter 1," and created a play incorporating the material that was recently staged at the AllWays Cabaret. A former itinerant child preacher, he spent years in the L.A. music biz rat race before relocating to New Orleans to teach college. In this episode, Jerry, being a professor of English literature, employs a narrative style reminiscent of Joyce's “Finnegans Wake." The Troubled Men are still dizzy.Topics include Anthony Bourdain's 70th Birthday Party, World Cup fever, combat sports, Mel Brooks' 100th birthday, Gene Shalit RIP, Hooters closing, the Taylor Swift wedding, fireworks, Bosco, Rob Hudak, a skinny girl, LSU, a mission to Iowa, a loss of faith, acting classes, Hollywood, Peggy Feury, Sean Penn and Charlie Sheen, the Tilly sisters, Dwight Yoakam and Sharon Stone, a hit record, moving to Austin, meeting the Iguanas, Stumpts duh Clown, Marigny Studios, little demons, and much more.Intro Music: "Just Keeps Raining" by Styler/Coman Break and Outro Music: "Waltz Of The Clowns" and "Meet Me At The Saint Roch Tavern" from "Sad Songs At Sunset, Chapter 1" by Jerry Giddens Support the podcast: Paypal or Venmo Join the Patreon page here. Shop for Troubled Men’s T-shirts & tanks here. Subscribe, review, and rate (5 stars) on Apple Podcasts or any podcast source. Follow on social media, share with friends, and spread the Troubled Word. Troubled Men Podcast Facebook Troubled Men Podcast Instagram Iguanas Tour Dates René Coman Facebook Jerry Giddens Facebook Jerry Giddens YouTube Jerry Giddens Bandcamp Jerry Giddens Homepage

The decorated pedal steel guitarist and 25-year veteran of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer band joins René and songwriter, singer, and guitar player Ned Henry in advance of the record release show for Ned's new album, "Make Your Own Weather.” Doyle is a living legend, having played and recorded with country music stars including George Jones, Johnny Paycheck, Roy Rogers, Chet Atkins, Lynn Anderson, Conway Twitty, Webb Pierce, and Dolly Parton starting in the 1950s. Now he enters the Feral Zone to share highlights from a life spent making music. Topics include a new record, Tom Stern, Blue Velvet Studio, Russ Broussard, John Fohl, John Papa Gros, a hand injury, remote recording, the Big D Jamboree, the Longhorn Ballroom, studio work, moving to Nashville, the Naval Reserve, Roy Drusky, playing the Grand Ole Opry, Buddy Emmons, Jimmy Day, Ralph Mooney, monophonic recording sessions, lead sheets, Tompall and the Glaser Brothers, Fingers Taylor, Mike Utley, Robert Greenwich, touring, Tiny Tim, B.B. King, and much more. Intro music: "Trucker Takes A Wife" by Styler/Coman Break and Outro Music: "State of Mind Line" and "Make Your Own Weather" from "Make Your Own Weather" by Ned Henry Support the podcast: Paypal or Venmo Join the Patreon page here. Shop for Troubled Men Shirts here. Subscribe, review, and rate (5 stars) on Apple Podcasts or any podcast source. Follow on social media, share with friends, and spread the Troubled Word. Troubled Men Podcast Facebook Troubled Men Podcast Instagram Iguanas Tour Dates René Coman Facebook Ned Henry Facebook Ned Henry Music Homepage Doyle Grisham Facebook Doyle Grisham Homepage