On episode one of the 3rd season of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by New Orleans Pelicans head coach Willie Green.

Coach Green shares his love for the city of New Orleans, its culture, and how he and his family have embraced living here.

Green discusses transitioning from player to coach and the challenges and rewards of his coaching career, particularly in nurturing young talent as he expresses excitement about this season's Pelicans team.

Later, Green talks about his favorite restaurants in New Orleans and the other cities he visits while traveling with the team and talks about how important nutrition is for NBA players.

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On episode 12 of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by Grammy award-winning musician and composer Terence Blanchard.

Blanchard gives a rich narrative about growing up in New Orleans that spans his early influences, artistic evolution, and professional achievements. He talks about the emotional power of music and shares some of the insights and early encouragement he received from jazz legends like Art Blakey and Alvin Batiste.

Giving a mini-masterclass on the complexities and differences between producing music for film and composing and conducting operas and orchestras, Terence Blanchard's insights shine light on the technical aspects of composition and conducting while showing his philosophical approach to music as a dynamic storytelling tool.

Terence passionately discusses music's role in healing and community building, noting how his New Orleans roots and the city's vibrant musical culture deeply influence his work, resonating with global audiences.

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On episode 11 of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by Martha Wiggins, Chief Culinary Officer and Executive Chef at Cafe Reconcile.

Chef Wiggins talks about the day-to-day operations and the foundational principles of Cafe Reconcile, emphasizing its commitment to nurturing young individuals in New Orleans through a comprehensive four-tier program. This initiative not only equips them with culinary and hospitality skills but also addresses their personal barriers, providing a holistic approach to their professional and personal development.

Having transitioned from the high-pressure environment of traditional kitchens to the socially impactful space of Cafe Reconcile, Chef Wiggins shares her journey and the fulfillment she finds in working with the youth.

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On episode ten of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by award-winning New Orleans filmmaker Edward Buckles Jr. to discuss his love of filmmaking, storytelling, cooking, and New Orleans.

Buckles talks about his critically acclaimed film "Katrina Babies", a documentary that was not only an outlet for his own trauma but also a means to explore the collective trauma experienced in New Orleans before, during, and after Hurricane Katrina.

Inspired by his grandmother's dedication to preserving family photos, Buckles was drawn to collecting footage and assembling narratives at an early age. This would prove invaluable to Buckles on his nearly seven-year journey of interviewing and compiling stories for "Katrina Babies".

Hear about Buckles' current and future projects as his work seeks to document collective traumas but also foster healing and understanding through the power of narrative.

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On episode nine of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by renowned New Orleans singer-songwriter Mia Borders.

Mia talks about her childhood musical inspirations, playing her first gig at Carrollton Station in 2006, and her day-of routine when preparing for a performance.

Hear more about Mia's progression as an artist and business owner, her love of woodworking, and her soon-to-be released album "Firewalker".

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On episode eight of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by Prince Lobo and his mother Dr. Biruk Alemayehu, owners of the Ethiopian restaurant Addis NOLA.

Hear about Biruk's move from Angola to Louisiana when Prince was only two, staying afloat during the struggles of Covid, and expanding to a new space on Bayou Road in the Seventh Ward.

Get a history lesson on Addis' special Ethiopian coffee roasting ceremony and the origin behind Prince's honey wine sourced from his personal Queen Bee Hive in New Orleans.

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On episode seven of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Larry Nance Jr.

Larry talks about becoming a part-owner of the Leeds United soccer club in England, his trade to New Orleans, and some of his first experiences with New Orleans food and culture.

Later, Larry talks about his most recent community effort to help tackle the critical issue of food insecurity in New Orleans.

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On episode six of the Between Bites podcast, Nina Compton and Larry Miller are joined by Jacqueline Blanchard, owner of the knife shop Coutelier and restaurant Sukeban in New Orleans.

Jacqueline talks about the influences that drew her to cooking and Japanese culture at an early age. She talks about her progression from traveling home with duffel bags full of knives from Japan to serving as one of the best sources of Japanese steel in the New Orleans area.

Hear about how Chef Blanchard learned Japanese, her travel do's and don'ts, and some of her favorites dishes along the way.

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