The Wasted Hour: Recent Episodes

Paul Ledet and Joshua Perque

The Wasted Hour explores the unique culture of businesses in Southeast Louisiana from the eyes of the interesting people that make up the community. Paul and Josh are two successful entrepreneurs that try to find what makes other businesses unique. The podcast tends to run headlong into relevant problems we are all trying to solve daily.

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Dr. Castille sits down with our resident hairless apes. Chris holds his own with the guys. Paul is dealing with vaccination symptoms.

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Dr. Castille sits down with our resident hairless apes. Chris holds his own with the guys. Paul is dealing with vaccination symptoms.

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Dr. Castille sits down with our resident hairless apes. Chris holds his own with the guys. Paul is dealing with vaccination symptoms. 

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Sam brings the guys on a stratospheric journey. Laozi Ice Cream is inspiring foodies in a city of foodies. Sam's story is a must listen for anyone.

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Sam brings the guys on a stratospheric journey. Laozi Ice Cream is inspiring foodies in a city of foodies. Sam's story is a must listen for anyone.

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Sam brings the guys on a stratospheric journey. Laozi Ice Cream is inspiring foodies in a city of foodies. Sam's story is a must listen for anyone. 

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The guys sit down with Nathan Louque after a long lay off from casting. Nathan tells the story of a family business and the eventual exit from that business. Nathan is a great guest. Knowledge from different fields and different parts of the country. He talks about starting over in Thibodaux during Covid and what that meant for his family. A light-hearted episode with plenty of humor mixed into the conversation.

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The guys sit down with Nathan Louque after a long lay off from casting. Nathan tells the story of a family business and the eventual exit from that business. Nathan is a great guest. Knowledge from different fields and different parts of the country. He talks about starting over in Thibodaux during Covid and what that meant for his family. A light-hearted episode with plenty of humor mixed into the conversation.

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The guys sit down with Nathan Louque after a long lay off from casting. Nathan tells the story of a family business and the eventual exit from that business. Nathan is a great guest. Knowledge from different fields and different parts of the country. He talks about starting over in Thibodaux during Covid and what that meant for his family. A light-hearted episode with plenty of humor mixed into the conversation.

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We sit down with Bill Mckee to discuss the daily life of a Laurel Valley proprietor.  None of that conversation happens.  Bill has a journalism degree and has lived a large portion of his adult life in the Pacific Northwest.  These facets of Bill's past dominate the conversation on what would become a great conversation. 

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We sit down with Bill Mckee to discuss the daily life of a Laurel Valley proprietor.  None of that conversation happens.  Bill has a journalism degree and has lived a large portion of his adult life in the Pacific Northwest.  These facets of Bill's past dominate the conversation on what would become a great conversation. 

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We sit down with Bill Mckee to discuss the daily life of a Laurel Valley proprietor.  None of that conversation happens.  Bill has a journalism degree and has lived a large portion of his adult life in the Pacific Northwest.  These facets of Bill's past dominate the conversation on what would become a great conversation.     

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Paul is a huge fan of Papi' Cheo. By the time this cast was over, so was Josh. Paul took his first crack at hosting this episode and did a great job. Antonio and Dan are entrepreneurs in every sense of the word. These two tell us about their unique journey and how Papi Cheo came to be...

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Paul is a huge fan of Papi' Cheo. By the time this cast was over, so was Josh. Paul took his first crack at hosting this episode and did a great job. Antonio and Dan are entrepreneurs in every sense of the word. These two tell us about their unique journey and how Papi Cheo came to be...

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Nick Edrington fills us in on his family's unique, patriotic history.  From WW1 to Iraq and Afghanistan, the family has represented our country proudly.  Plenty of company specific and personal history present in this cast.  Nick shares a great story.  

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Nick Edrington fills us in on his family's unique, patriotic history. From WW1 to Iraq and Afghanistan, the family has represented our country proudly. Plenty of company specific and personal history present in this cast. Nick shares a great story.

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Nick Edrington fills us in on his family's unique, patriotic history. From WW1 to Iraq and Afghanistan, the family has represented our country proudly. Plenty of company specific and personal history present in this cast. Nick shares a great story.

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Sara is beautiful and upbeat and kind.  However, don't let the facade fool you.  A highly motivated individual whom cares deeply about her business is present behind her polished exterior.  The audio is a bit off on this cast as we had a microphone malfunction.  We will be having Sara back on the cast to talk more about her unique take on business. 

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Sara is beautiful and upbeat and kind.  However, don't let the facade fool you.  A highly motivated individual whom cares deeply about her business is present behind her polished exterior.  The audio is a bit off on this cast as we had a microphone malfunction.  We will be having Sara back on the cast to talk more about her unique take on business.  

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Bart Folse sits down and tells the story of his worst day.  He shares his inspiring story with the guys in a hope of helping others.  By far the bravest podcast yet, do not miss his story.  

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Bart Folse sits down and tells the story of his worst day.  He shares his inspiring story with the guys in a hope of helping others.  By far the bravest podcast yet, do not miss his story.  

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Bart Folse sits down and tells the story of his worst day.  He shares his inspiring story with the guys in a hope of helping others.  By far the bravest podcast yet, do not miss his story.  

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Paul and Josh sit down with Stefany Deroche. Stefany's expertise lies in real estate, but she rocks the house in this episode.

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           Paul and Josh sit down with Stefany Deroche. Stefany's expertise lies in real estate, but she rocks the house in this episode.

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Paul and Josh sit down with Stefany Deroche.  Stefany's expertise lies in real estate, but she rocks the house in this episode.  

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Josh and Paul sit down with the two members of the band of Seth and Gina. The young, talented couple talk about their different approaches to music, their love of travel, and much more. From live music at the local bar to private parties and weddings, these two do it all. They can be reached @hellojello0mg on Instagram for all inquiries.

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Josh and Paul sit down with the two members of the band of Seth and Gina.  The young, talented couple talk about their different approaches to music, their love of travel, and much more.  From live music at the local bar to private parties and weddings, these two do it all.  They can be reached @hellojello0mg on Instagram for all inquiries.   

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Josh and Paul sit down with the two members of the band of Seth and Gina.  The young, talented couple talk about their different approaches to music, their love of travel, and much more.  From live music at the local bar to private parties and weddings, these two do it all.  They can be reached @hellojello0mg on Instagram for all inquiries.    

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Josh and Paul sit down with the owners of GATR Coolers. This cast is unique because the business is coming up on a 5 year anniversary. Bryan and Mitch do an excellent job taking the audience through the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur. 

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Josh and Paul sit down with the owners of GATR Coolers. This cast is unique because the business is coming up on a 5 year anniversary. Bryan and Mitch do an excellent job taking the audience through the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur. 

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Josh and Paul sit down with the owners of GATR Coolers. This cast is unique because the business is coming up on a 5 year anniversary. Bryan and Mitch do an excellent job taking the audience through the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur. 

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Steph Domangue schools the guys on what it takes to make it in the fast moving fashion industry.  From market to social media e-commerce, Steph does it all with a smile.  

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Steph Domangue schools the guys on what it takes to make it in the fast moving fashion industry.  From market to social media e-commerce, Steph does it all with a smile.  

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Steph Domangue schools the guys on what it takes to make it in the fast moving fashion industry.  From market to social media e-commerce, Steph does it all with a smile.  

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Jimmy Jones of Bayou Insurance Services gives us a peak behind the insurance services.  Paul and Jimmy get on a soapbox about bowfishing.  Jimmy explains fasting to Paul.  This podcast covered a ton of ground.  Definitely worth a listen.

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Paul and Josh sit down with Shane and Beau Bourgeois to learn about the unique history and culture of Bourgeois Meat Market including where the market is heading next.  This is a can't miss episode.  

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Paul and Josh sit down with Kris Kogel of Krisbuilt Cabinets.  A custom, high- end cabinet builder located in Baton Rouge.  Kris tells his story in a compelling way.  His passion for his craft is evident through-out the episode.  Kri is as charismatic as his cabinets are well built.  

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Paul and Josh sit down with Fran and Joy from Boudreaux, Henderson and Associates.  The two CPA's talk about what makes their firm unique.  With over 50 years of experience, this episode is a valuable episode for business owners trying to figure out the world of accounting.