Troubled Men Podcast

René and Manny

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René Coman sits down with the original Troubled Man, Manny Chevrolet, over cocktails at the Ring Room, in the heart of an old-school New Orleans social haunt. Manny is an L.A. native who had been through the Hollywood wringer by his late 20s. He then moved to New Orleans to become a perennial candidate for mayor and make a feature film about it. René is a New Orleans native who's been in the music biz wringer since he was a child. They are the Troubled Men for Troubled Times.

Recent Episodes

OCT 15, 2026
TMP351 BOBBY LOUIS DITULLIO RAISES THE BAR
The longtime harmonica player with Little Freddie King and perennial BJ's Bywater Lounge bartender first came to New Orleans as road manager for Ronnie Earl. His instant love for the city resulted in a Ninth Ward residency lasting 35 years and counting. Tonight he joins the Troubled Men where his fluency in dive bar vernacular sets him up for success. Topics include Dave Clements' birthday, a Bosco sponsorship, Eddie V., a hurricane, airplane misbehavior, driverless cars, a high-speed chase driving test, Eva Marie Saint RIP, "On The Waterfront," complicated cocktails, Boston, Learning the Blues, a Vietnam vet, progressive parents, a Florida geographical cure, a pizza parlour, child bartenders, Black Top Records, Hammond Scott, Kelly Keller, Butch Trivette, Percy Randolph, Carlo Ditta, Wacko Wade, Orleans Records, Fat Possum Records, Bruce Watson, international touring, Serbia, the porn industry, Hurricane Katrina, King James and the Special Men, crossing Canal St., live records, cigarettes, following Freddie, and much more. Intro Music: "Just Keeps Raining" by Styler/Coman Break Music: "I Used To Be Down" by Little Freddie King Outro Music: "Crack Head Joe" from "You Don't Know What I Know" by Little Freddie King 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 Little Freddie King Facebook
73 MIN
OCT 1, 2026
TMP350 JONATHAN FERRARA LENDS A HAND
The fine artist and co-owner of the Ferrara Showman Gallery is also founder of the annual "No Dead Artists” international exhibition as well the "Guns In The Hands of Artists" series, incorporating decommissioned firearms into works of art. His latest project, "Hands Of Music," involves casting, 3D printing, and mounting sculptures of the hands of dozens of New Orleans musicians in playing position, creating an archive of the city's musical community at the points of contact with their instruments. Tonight, as Jonathan joins the Troubled Men, an extra set of hands is just what he needs. Topics include war games in town, helicopters, Dolly Parton RIP, the Trump arch, Tim Curry RIP, midnight movies, musicals, wire coat hangers, a murderer's trust fund, a music festival, camping in the high desert, Georgia O'Keeffe, Ramstein Air Base, Penn State, fundraising, Boston, banking, the United Way, Ray Nagin, opening Positive Space gallery, X-Art Gallery, Bob Tannen, David Bradshaw, selling art, buying the R Bar, Cuba, Julia St., Gina Phillips, Matthew Showman, 3D NOLA, a traveling show, and much more. Intro Music: "Just Keeps Raining" by Styler/Coman Break and Outro Music: "Factory For Stars" and "Your Best Interest" from "Hope Is Not For The Weak" 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 Ferrara Showman Gallery Facebook Ferrara Showman Gallery Homepage
80 MIN
SEP 24, 2026
TMP349 ALISON FENSTERSTOCK AND MICHAEL TISSERAND ON BUNNY MATTHEWS
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
81 MIN
AUG 6, 2026
TMP348 ANDY BIZER: BYWATER BLESSED
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
76 MIN
JUL 23, 2026
TMP347 JACQUES DELATOUR REPORTS FOR DUTY
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
75 MIN