Nous Foundation focuses on preserving and promoting Louisiana’s French heritage through cultural programming, education, and the arts. On this episode of Pelican Briefs, hosts Etosha McGee and Charles Miller dive into the work of the foundation and Etosha’s experience serving on its board, including the opening of a French bookstore in the French Quarter and grant programs that support language and cultural revitalization across Louisiana.

We also explore the bigger picture of French language preservation in Louisiana—from the sharp decline in French speakers over the last century to the renewed interest in French immersion programs and global Francophone connections. Together we unpack why protecting Louisiana French, Creole, and Indigenous languages matters to the state’s identity and how cultural organizations, educators, and artists are working to bring these traditions back into everyday life.

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Etosha McGee and Charles Miller are the hosts of Pelican Briefs, where we break down the stories shaping Louisiana and the New Orleans region. We take a closer look at Old Gretna on the West Bank, exploring how this historic riverfront area is evolving as new businesses, restaurants, and housing developments bring renewed energy to the community.

We also unpack the controversy surrounding a proposed $10 million brewpub project tied to Port Orleans Brewing Company, which has sparked debate over the use of public funding for private development. We discuss the political tensions between Gretna and Jefferson Parish leaders, the arguments for and against the project, and what this situation could mean for future economic development in Old Gretna and the broader West Bank.

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Etosha McGee and Charles Miller are the hosts of Pelican Briefs, where we break down the political stories shaping Louisiana. This conversation focuses on the upcoming Louisiana Legislative Session and the bills we expect to dominate the conversation at the Capitol. We discuss the potential push for a constitutional convention, the likelihood of new culture-war legislation targeting universities and DEI initiatives, and the ongoing debate around school vouchers, prison funding, and other priorities coming from state leadership.

We also look at the issues that could have the biggest impact on everyday Louisianans, including the state’s insurance crisis, possible legislation around data centers, and the long-standing conversation about raising Louisiana’s minimum wage. Throughout the discussion, we share what policies we expect to see, what proposals we’re watching closely, and what we believe lawmakers should prioritize as the legislative session unfolds.

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