The Ryne Show: Recent Episodes
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When the pandemic started last year, I lost an entire summer and fall on peopleing. Thanks to the wonders of zoom and of course, the free zoom account I got via my radio work at WTUL, I decided to restart a podcast I had from a few years back and rework it as the Ryne Show.
The Ryne Show is basically conversations with old friends, politicians, celebrities, and so much more. Find it on all podcast platforms with new episodes at least twice a week.
I go on a rant about a local attorney, Stacey and I throw our hands up at jackasses being mad at the cdc. plus thoughts on john madden, me cursing out some bum that was in front of my building, and our picks for the remaining sec bowl games
The last episode before Christmas features Cousin Rob, Cousin Stacy, Camille From Broadmoor, and Steph
Kenny aka 2RawToolReal on Twitter joined me this afternoon for a wide-ranging conversation from colorism to his encounter with VP Kamala Harris.
For the first time in weeks, Cousin Stacy makes her return to the podcast as we talk about Deion Sanders flipping Travis Hunter to Jackson State and what it means for HBCUs going forward. Plus I discuss the heartbreaking way Warren Easton High lost the state championship game and so much more.
TFC is an anagram that Peter Athas uses quite often in his articles on the blog First Draft, which is the same blog I write a monthly column for. On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the upcoming election on Saturday.
Tulane fans Tyler & Camille joins me on the podcast to talk about the current state of Tulane athletics
On the first post-Thanksgiving episode of the podcast I'm joined once again by Mike from Audubon Street as we talk about the Lusher name change as well as the Buddy Bolden house.
Former New Orleans City Council candidate Frank Perez joined me live at Anne Lane Gallery to talk about his campaign as well as his work as an LGBT historian.
I love food (once a guy in South Carolina warned a guy to not come between me and my cheeseburgers). But one of the things I also love discussing is the food desert issue problem we have in this country. On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, I talk with Katherine about food deserts and the local elections. Audio on my end was wonky because I was using my phone.
Joe Casale is one of the smartest people I know when it comes to the NFL. On the latest episode he joins me to talk about the Aaron Rodgers saga and the state of Miami Hurricanes football.
Chantay returns for another appearance on the podcast as we talk about the BIF, our gripes with the Squad, and the New York City mayoral election.
On another emergency episode of the Ryne Show, I talk with Nicole about the latest news with Michael Thomas and what was it like to be in the Dome when PJ Williams made the pick six
After the afterglow of a thrilling victory on Saints Twitter homecoming weekend, I'm joined by another Saints Twitter Hall of Famer, my sidekick Steph. We talk about the win on Sunday, awkward dinner guests, the craziness of election night last year, and so much more.
Rev. Melanie returns to the podcast as we talk about aging as well as the recent controversy with Dave Chappelle.
On the latest Ryne Show episode, USA Today college football writer Dan Wolken joins me as we talk about Memphis sports, conference realignment and coaching changes in college football.
Coach O has been let go, so I talk with my cousin Stacey on what went wrong for him and we discuss a little about the Adele "glow up" narrative.
The Ohio Valley Conference is something I'm pretty familiar with due in part to Memphis' annual battles against the likes of Austin Peay, UT-Martin, Murray State, and Tennessee Tech. On this episode of the podcast, I'm talking with Russell from Cookeville about the future of the 8th oldest conference in college sports.
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Christy Lorio returns to the show as we talk about her photography work, what it was like to be on the field during the Saints-Giants game, and her upcoming event at UNO.
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It's Friday night, which means when you're my age, you're up doing a podcast with your Canadian best friend. On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, I give my take on the R. Kelly verdict, why I have some problems with the vaccine mandate in New Orleans, and I share my "nigga moment".
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On the latest episode of the podcast, Maria from Maryland joins me as we discuss the Cardinals' winning streak and our predictions for the year-end awards in MLB.
Episode was recorded on September 23rd before the Cardinals broke the franchise record for consecutive wins in a row.
On the latest episode of the show, New Orleans City Council candidate Bart Everson joins me to discuss climate change, infrastructure, and the fallout from the Ida recovery.
The latest episode of the Ryne Show is in the French Quarter as my friend Varg and I discuss his new book "Chaos, Lunacy, and Bad Taste." I also try my James Earl Jones impersonation and we discuss Kyrie Irving's tweet from yesterday.
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In the wake of Ida, my friend Tina joins me on the podcast to discuss what it means to be #LouisianaStrong. We also discuss the Saints' big win over Green Bay.
The first post-Ida episode of the podcast brings back my Canadian best friend Steph as I talk about my experiences during Ida. Plus we discuss older celebrities that we would risk it all for as well among other things.
On this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by my former Poydras Street Football & Social Club co-host club Q as i look back at life so far in the last six years in New Orleans.
LSU professor & author Robert Mann joins me to talk about what's going on at LSU as classes begin in a matter of days in terms of COVID-19 protocols.
My friend Cait in Broadmoor has been part of many of my hairbrained ideas, ranging from the infamous pizza podcast in Mid City to the "Miracle on Bourbon". On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, she talks with me about kids being back in school as well as the legacy of Bobby Bowden.
On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, I'm joined by Steph as we talk about what went wrong for Nina the Crazy Cat Lady and also why most people have smoke for black women in politics but not others.
When you're the calendar coordinator at WTUL means that my work inbox is not only filled with emails from venues about their events, but also bands. One of the bands that landed in my inbox was The 1967, a band that is based in the Pacific Northwest. On this episode, we talk about music in the time of a panny as well as a little baseball.
Recorded August 4, 2021.
On the latest episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Wop, who once co-hosted a podcast with me. Wop has been on the frontline during the pandemic in Alabama so we talk about that as well as the NFL and the comments from Da Baby and Alfonso Riberio
It's humid in New Orleans, but that didn't stop me from talking with Scott from Courtyard Brewery about running a business in the midst of a pastry strudel.
On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, I talk with WTUL alum Fiona about her experiences teaching last school year as well as her memories at the station.
I've been meaning to bring on my former college classmate Tim to discuss his hydrogen project. Turns out his project and everything he discusses is above my pay grade
After Ryne's rant about anti vaxxers, he and Stacey are back discussing Kay Ivey's comments about vaccines, the NFL and vaccines, as well as Ryne's admittance to being a bad texter. Plus NBA Finals talk
On this episode I talk with Victor Pizzaro, who has more knowledge about public health than me. We discuss vaccine inequities, the battle to get more shots in arms, and battling the people we know that are anti vaxxers.
A sign of getting older is the fact that you can't stay up late to watch sporting events. However in the wake of Milwaukee's first pro sports title in 50 years, my good friend Brendan and I talk about Game 6, Giannis' place in history, and what are the most tortured sports cities.
In the fall, I had a chance to sit down and have a conversation with a then-neighbor of mine about his battle with coronavirus for WTUL News and Views. At the time, the former occupant of the White House was battling coronavirus, so I asked him what he would say to the former occupant of the White House about the disease as well as his own battle with it.
If this episode doesn't motivate you to get vaccinated, then I got nothing else.
LSU professor Robert Mann has seen it all throughout his career as a journalist, communications director, and an author. On the latest episode of the podcast, I talk with him about Edwin Edwards' legacy, his new book, being communications director for Governor Blanco,
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Ryne is fired up on the low vaccination rates in the South, so he decided to go on a rant about it, using a line from Mike Valenti's epic rant 15 years earlier. Also Ryne and Stacey discuss the NBA Finals as well as the ESPN drama.
As a kid, I was a huge 10,000 Maniacs fan, so the title of the episode comes from one of my favorite songs by the band, "These Are the Days". On this episode, Jessie From Black Pearl and Larry from Hernando join me to talk baseball
More often than not, the wonky wifi at my complex decides to be wonky at the wrong time. Case in point during the latest episode of the podcast in which I talk with my councilman Jay Banks on being a good neighbor, learning from those that came before him, and the pandemic.
On the latest episode, I have a wide ranging conversation with New Yorker Chantay on various topics about the Big Apple.
Chantay is also a host of her own YouTube series, Chantay's Analysis
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It's raining again, so today's podcast features members of the local band Monday Night String Band as we talk about their new album and their influences
It's raining in New Orleans, but that doesn't stop Roger from Tuscaloosa and I discussing the College World Series as well as what SEC legends would have made bank on NLIs.
On this episode, the gang discuss Bill Cosby, RG3, the annoyance of leftists, and critical race theory
Cory from Raleigh joins the podcast to discuss the NC State mess and examples of #NCStateShit
In the middle of the night, NC State's baseball season ended because of COVID-19 protocols, which again is another case of NC State Shit. On this rare Saturday podcast, I'm joined by Jeffrey Fann as we take aim at the NCAA.
On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, I talk with Louisiana State Representative Mandie Landry about being in #laleg during COVID-19, the pink tax repeal, and if she ever heard the song "Marrero"
On this episode, Rach from Atlanta joins me to talk about her experience with coronavirus, her Hawks, and what does the Pelicans need to do
Despite the battle with my wifi at home, I'm joined by Cousin Bryan who is vacationing in the South of France and Q to discuss the firing of Stan Van Gundy and how did we get to this point with this franchise.
On this episode, Stacy is struggling to cope with her teams being out of the postseason while Rob gives an update on my cousin-in-law and her pregancy. In addition to that, we learn that people are making sundaes in toliets like savages and discuss the Michigan sexual assault mess.
Prior to the pandemic @whodathomo was scheduled to come on the show and talk politics with me. After over a year of trying, I finally brought him on my own podcast to discuss being gay in the South, Mississippi, and various topics
It's been over 12 years since I left Crichton and had Marcus McElrath as a neighbor in Madison East. On this episode, "Smoove" talks about the Hawks, the importance of a support in sports, plus his Crichton memories
Coach K announced his retirement earlier today, so I reached out to noted ACC guru Jeff from South Carolina, who has appeared on numerous podcasts of mine to discuss what his legacy is as well as what lies ahead for Duke basketball. Also former neighbor Daniel Wulker talk about UC basketball and the NBA playoffs
Earlier this afternoon, LSU baseball coach Paul Marineri announced his retirement from coaching, which will be effective at the end of the season. On an emergency episode of the podcast, I'm joined by the folks from Southern Slams Baseball as we talk about replacements for the head job in Baton Rouge, the Vanderbilt whistlers, and I try to test my memory by naming all 50 state capitols.
Intro: Live at the BBQ-Main Source
On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, I'm joined by writer Christy Lorio and we discuss the pandemic, cancer, and the lessons we learned from last year.
Intro: The Little Things-Cindy Bradley
The latest episode of the Ryne Show features my friend Maria as we talk about the first month of the season, discuss why younger blood needs to be in the broadcast booth, and our favorite color commentators.
Music: Live at the BBQ (instrumental)-Main Source
Unlike in Canada, people are getting vaccinated like crazy thanks in part to functional leadership. On the latest epsiode of the RSR Show, Steph from Vancouver fills in for Rob while he is on vacation and talks about the Canadian vaccination process while Ryne talks about going to a May Day event. Plus he tries to figure out get Steph fully vaccinated by proposing marriage.
Music: Broadcasting Live (instrumental) by the Cool Kids
Peter Athas is a longtime friend of mine as well as a mentor (you read that correctly). While his Giants have made life hell for my Cardinals in the playoffs in my lifetime, he also has opened up his house to me each and every Mardi Gras since I've been living here. On the latest episode of the podcast we talk about being neighbors with the Neville family, ranking the five mayors he's lived under since he became a New Orleans resident, and the recent special election between Karen Carter Peterson and Troy Carter.
Music: Same Old Thing by the Meters
On the latest episode of the Ryne Show, former LSU baseball standout Kramer Robertson talks about his mom Kim Mulkey being the brand new head coach at LSU. We also talk about making a name for ourselves apart from our moms and his life in the Cardinals organization
Alex Jennings and I met through our dealings with Dogfish Readings which was a monthly event held in St. Roch. On the latest episode of the show we talk about his upcoming book, moving to New Orleans after the storm, and the need for more people of color in science fiction.
Intro music: Just Another Day by Brian Culbertson
Patrick Armstrong is indirectly responsible for me coming to New Orleans thanks in part to Rising Tide. On the latest episode of the Ryne Show we discuss what can make Louisiana blue, masculinity, and the infamous Stupar Bowl.
Note: This was recorded the day before the special election on April 23rd
With Ryne fully vaccinated, he as well as Rob & Stacey return with another episode of the RSR Show where they talk about the Derek Chauvin verdict and what's next. Plus celebrities and drunk shooting your shot as well as paying tribute to Anton Pippen.
It's hard to imagine it's been five years since Prince died. On the day he died, Andrew Juge of Saints Happy Hour was on the phone with me discussing the draft (that night we drafted Michael Thomas). We revisit that day plus Juge talks about his day job and why we miss in person human interaction among other things.
Intro Music: Pop Life by Prince
Jerry Wiley is a former Birmingham police chief that has been very vocal on the state of policing in America on social media and a native New Orleanian. On this episode we talk about policing and I share my experiences with cops in both Memphis and New Orleans plus we talk about Ohio State's dominance over Michigan the last twenty years.
Michael Tisserand is one of my good friends and an author of books such as "Krazy" which tells the story of cartoonist George Herriman as well as a rabble rouser on NOLA Twitter. In addition he's one of the many white dudes I know who's named Mike in this city that is bald. On this episode we talk about his brand new book, which focuses on his dad's trip to Mardi Gras during the 1950's as well as what high school would the Peanuts gang have attended if it was set in New Orleans,
After a battle with the audacity gods, the latest episode of the Ryne Show features former LSU standout Will Blackwell as he shares his thoughts on the latest mess at LSU plus what would have happened if we had gotten the stimulus in college,
Music: Antiquity by the Roots
On the latest episode of the RSR show, the gang recaps the NCAA Tournament while Ryne confesses to spending stimulus money on getting a shirt to a dominatrix in New Jersey. In addition to that, the gang share their thoughts on MLB moving out of Atlanta for the All Star Game and the garbage media,
The first episode of the second season of the Ryne Show features my friend @bloodjetpoetry as we discuss poetry in New Orleans and the annual New Orleans Poetry Festival.
To learn more about the New Orleans Poetry Festival go to nolapoetry.com
On today the second season of the Ryne Show kicks off. Once again I thank you all so much for supporting the show. Lots of stories and so much more on the way for season #2
On the final epsiode of the first season of the Ryne Show, I'm joined by my friend Katie from Tennessee, who almost two years ago joined John F. Kennedy & Charles DeGaulle as honorary residents of the city of New Orleans. We discuss Opening Day, her thoughts on the rise of women in baseball, and of course, I tell the story of the "Miracle on Bourbon".
On the latest RSR episode, Ryne, Stacy, & Rob are mourning their brackets while they discuss the future for their respective programs. Ryne discusses trying to get his second dose earlier than the date and the question of buying an NIT championship shirt is brought up among other things. Plus the debacle at LSU.
Comedian Bob Murrell joins me on the show "live" at Avenue Cafe on St. Charles as we talk about his desire to run for City Council, his vision for the DSA, the state of the comedy community in New Orleans and accountabilty
Chasity Adams for a brief (yet infamous) period in the spring of 2010 was one of my co-hosts on my afternoon show at CBU on the Pirate Radio network. It's been 11 years since that infamous spring semester as well as our days behind the mic so we reflect on our memories of the show and what Ms. Adams is up to now.
Intro Music: Woman (remix) by Raheem DeVaughn
As a second grader, CeCe Peniston was one of my first celebrity crushes (still is after almost 30 years). On the latest episode of the Cafe podcast, Ms. Peniston joins me to talk about her career, the 30th anniversary of "Finally", and her new work as a voice over artist for the web series "The Pettys".
Music: Keep on Walkin-CeCe Peniston
The NCAA field is set, which means for the first time in two years we're all filling out our brackets. In the wake of the revelation of the field of 68, Ryne's former neighbor and Cincinnati resident Dan joins the show to talk some college basketball and his picks for the tourney
In the wake of the Oprah interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, I talk with my cousin Terry from Louisville about blackness, being a dad to biracial kids, and his Kentucky Wildcats.
Music: Bloom by Cindy Bradley
Recently, Alabama won its first SEC regular season championship in basketball in almost 20 years and eighth in school history.On the latest episode of the Cafe, Hunter Johnson, noted Alabama superfan, joins me as we talk about his Crimson Tide and what it would mean for the Tide to finally reach the Final Four. We also talk about the 2008 SEC Tournament and what he was doing plus the Alabama-LSU rivalry.
Music" Dollar and a Dream-J. Cole.
The nastiest period in Egg Bowl Twitter history, 2011-15, a period that included both Mississippi State and Ole Miss playing in Omaha as well as appearing briefly in the top 5 in the College Football Playoff rankings.
But one of the things that brought Ole Miss and Mississippi State fans together? Defending Dak Prescott when he got beat up at Spring Break in 2015. On the latest episode of the Cafe, I talk with VegasRebs about Spring Break 2015, the pain of being an Ole Miss fan, the South, and his kid beating cancer.
Music: Soul Provider by Blu & Exile
On this week's Second Helpings episode, Rob talks about fatherhood while Ryne gushes about his comedian crush Blaire Erskine following him on Twitter. In addition to that, Stacey talks about ketchup on grits and the gang talks about the angry Texas booster emails and will it hurt recruiting for the Longhorns.
Intro music: Starlight Express by the Jazzmasters
For almost 20 years, Dave Wischnowsky has been a trusted friend of mine, despite never meeting face to face in person. On the latest episode of the podcast, Dave joins me to talk about Illinois basketball, being in New Orleans before the pandemic, his experiences watching the Cubs win the World Series, and other things.
On the latest episode of the RH Podcast, Alabama fan and former college football player Rod Foster talk about his business, Alabama football, and black men finding safe spaces.
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Mark Caesar joins me for the latest episode of the Ryne Hancock Podcast as he promotes his upcoming show on Saturday as well as a discussion on what he's been up to during the pandemic.
Carnivai is over meaning that it's back to work for Jeff Asher, my latest guest on the podcast. We discuss coronavirus data, simpsons, and parenting in a pandemic.
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On the latest episode of the Ryne Hancock Podcast Slangston Hughes joins me to talk about Mardi Gras, the recent restrictions in New Orleans, and what will the cultural community look like post pandemic.
Caroline Tweedle is my de facto boss at WTUL-FM where I host two different radio shows. So on the latest episode of the podcast, recorded “live” at Still Perkin on Washington & Prytania we talk about life at Tulane during a pandemic as well as gender identity and other things.
Brett & Dave are friends of mine who live not far from me in Central City but also a member of the House Float subkrewe in the neighborhood we live in. On this episode we talk about hippos, Walgreens, & the difference between riding in and watching parades.
The latest house float episode takes me to Laurel Street where I learn about the Marianne Islands and so much more. Many thanks to Heather from Laurel Street for allowing me to record today’s convo.
All throughout my neighborhood numerous people have decided to turn their houses into house floats. On the latest episode of the Ryne Hancock Podcast I head to Third Street to chat with a local artist about her house float.
Rev. Melanie is not only a second mom to me, but also a tireless advocate for social justice in New Orleans. On the latest episode of the podcast, we discuss last summer's protests, trump, and what does $15 an hour look like for New Orleanians?
Music: Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology) by Marvin Gaye
Eric Slater has been one of the most ardent Trump critics on my timeline the last four years. A professor at George Washington University, he joins me to talk about how we got to this point as well as his Mets.
Intro music: Trying to Figure It Out-Grace Kelly
After the craziness of last year, my cousin Rob joins me on the show as we discuss Missouri basketball, Texas hiring Coach Sark, and some politics
Intro music: World Full of Sadness-The Roots
On the latest episode of the Ryne Hancock Podcast, Aura Bishop joins me as we share our memories working in the quarter as well as imagining a socially distanced Mardi Gras and so much more
Intro music: Simple Things by Cindy Bradley
It's 2 in the morning in New Orleans, meaning I'm up chatting with my friend Steph from Vancouver about the craziness of Wednesday. Right during the recording Congress certified the electoral college votes for Biden/Harris.
Intro music: City Lights by Lisa Hilton
For years, James Karst has been my go-to guy about New Orleans history. Early this morning he joins me to discuss Carnival 2021 & more.
Music: Bead Town-Simon Templar ft. Robin Barnes & Melissa Dickson
It’s LSU-Alabama week meaning Roger Myers is here to talk with me about the rivalry, what Gameday been like in Tuscaloosa, & the plans for next baseball season in the SEC
Ryne is joined by his friend Charlie as they discuss the Louisiana legislature and their attempt to roll back the emergency proclamations by Governor Edwards. Also they talk about go cups and how to do Mardi Gras social distance style
Intro music: “The Chase” by Marion Meadows
Ryne & Joe kicks off their podcast to discuss festivals, bike tickets, and other random topics. Recorded live at the Prytania Bar July 6, 2018
I talk with Dan about the recent city primary as well as infastructure in and around New Orleans
I talk with my homie Fredo about the executive orders and his journey to American citizenship
Jeff Asher of WWL sits down with me to talk about crime stats and the public safety measures at Igor's on St. Charles
WGNO's Hank Allen returns to the podcast to explain why it's been so hot as well as his Falcons and fatherhood