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Discover Lafayette

Jan Swift
Lafayette
Event Planning
Hilliard Art Museum
Faith House
Community Support
Acadiana
Domestic Violence
Wedding Coordination
Warehouse 535
Buc-Ee's
Zoosiana
Women's Rights
Louisiana
Retail Events
Bioperformance Therapy
Tchoup's Mid City Smokehouse
Counseling Services
Communication Skills
Rodin
Custom Construction

The Gateway to South Louisiana

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On this episode of Discover Lafayette, we welcome Nancy Landry, Louisiana’s 45th Secretary of State and the state’s chief elections officer. A Lafayette native and former State Representative for District 31, Landry brings both institutional knowledg... more

Recorded on March 19, 2026 at Vermilionville during the LFT Fiber Powered by Connectivity Summit, this episode of Discover Lafayette captures a powerful conversation about leadership, innovation, and the role of connectivity in shaping Acadiana’s fut... more

Destin Ortego, Executive Director of the Opportunity Machine, known as the “OM,” joined Discover Lafayette to discuss the OM’s role as a driving force behind Lafayette’s growing tech and startup ecosystem. This special edition of Discover Lafayette w... more

Today on Discover Lafayette, we welcome Dale Clark, Ursula Quoyeser, and Kelly Viator to talk about the upcoming fifth annual Fin Feather Fur Food Festival, known as F5, benefiting Team Gleason Foundation. The event will be held April 30, 2026, at Bl... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Cook
General Manager of KLFY TV 10 with extensive broadcasting experience.
KLFY TV 10
Episode: Chris Cook, General Manager of KLFY – TV 10
Fred Reggie
An executive coach, international speaker, and recognized expert in leadership and service culture development.
Episode: Fred Reggie, Author of the soon to be released “Tell Me: How to Initiate and Nurture Meaningful Conversations With Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime”
Denise Giosa
Special Events Coordinator at Warehouse 535
Warehouse 535
Episode: Denise Giosa – Special Events Coordinator at Warehouse 535
Father Howard Blessing
A retired Catholic priest in the Diocese of Lafayette, known for his compassion and community service.
Diocese of Lafayette
Episode: Father Howard Blessing – Loving Others Unconditionally
Billi Lacombe
Executive director of Faith House, a non-profit providing shelter for survivors of domestic violence
Faith House
Episode: Billi Lacombe – Executive Director of Faith House
Ryan Pécot
Proprietor of Tchoup's Mid City Smokehouse and entrepreneur
Tchoup's Mid City Smokehouse
Episode: Ryan Pécot – Adopted Dog Brewing
Molly Rowe
Executive Director of the Hilliard Art Museum
Hilliard Art Museum
Episode: Molly Rowe – Hilliard Art Museum Executive Director
Becca Begnaud
Actor, musician, and advocate for Cajun healing traditions.
Episode: Becca Begnaud and JP Summers – Doritos Crash Commercial
JP Summers
Director and cinematographer known for his innovative film projects.
Episode: Becca Begnaud and JP Summers – Doritos Crash Commercial

Host

Jan Swift
Host known for her engaging interview style, bringing out personal stories and insights from guests to foster community connection.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Eyes Wide Open during and after each episode

    What a treasure to find! I’m more aware of the community I live and work in. I’m more connected to people, organizations, and missions I’d never known about unless I had run across this well produced, inviting informative, not to mention entertaining program! Simply blessed this talent is right here where I raise my children. :) Lafayette/Acadiana proud

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beau ma Beau
    United States3 years ago
  • A Pleasure!

    I enjoy the variety of guests and topics featured in this podcast. Jan’s interviewing style is very comfortable. I think this is what helps make her interviewees feel at ease. The bonus is that we get to learn a little bit about our talented locals and the community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gwenniegirl57
    United States4 years ago
  • 😍

    Love Jan work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oilbuyer2002
    United States4 years ago
  • Great info.

    Inspiring guest. Excellent interview skills.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listener mt
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Guest

    I enjoy listening and really like the guest. Great for Lafayette.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matte5782
    United States7 years ago

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Father Howard Blessing – Loving Others Unconditionally
Q: Do you still counsel young couples? What do you see with today's couples?
Father Blessing noted that many couples face communication issues and emphasized the importance of listening to one another while navigating the challenges of busy lives.
Father Howard Blessing – Loving Others Unconditionally
Q: How did you end up on your journey? What led you to the priesthood?
Father Blessing shared that he started to contemplate a life in priesthood during his freshman year in college, after courting a girl, which made him reflect on his faith and desire to explore his spiritual journey further.
Sweet Envie’s Mel Haynes – Entrepreneur Offering Sweet and Savory Delights with Love
Q: What would be the one piece of advice that you give someone who wants to start a similar business?
Get out of your own way. Believe in yourself, and do the work to make your business thrive.
Jude David – Stately Doors & Windows
Q: What is it like running a business like this? What kind of team do you have?
We have a type of artisan who looks at the doors they build as pieces of art, creating unique and high-quality masterpieces rather than focusing on volume.
Jude David – Stately Doors & Windows
Q: How did you pivot from working for a law firm to being on your own?
I knew I wanted to make mergers and acquisitions my full-time focus, so I partnered with a couple of people in a small investment bank and eventually spun off Final Ascent from that.

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What is Discover Lafayette about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content frequently focuses on community engagement, local entrepreneurs, and cultural events in South Louisiana, particularly Lafayette. There's a clear emphasis on storytelling, sharing personal experiences, and the journeys of various guests who contribute to the local fabric through various vocations. Topics discussed often range from arts, food, and health to personal growth, history, and local news. This podcast is particularly notable for its variety of guests, from business owners to artists and community leaders, creating an engaging narrative around the unique culture and spirit of the Acadiana region, aiming to connect listeners with their community.

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1. It's Acadiana: Out to Lunch
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Discover Lafayette launched 9 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Discover Lafayette include:

1. Chris Cook
2. Fred Reggie
3. Denise Giosa
4. Father Howard Blessing
5. Billi Lacombe
6. Ryan Pécot
7. Molly Rowe
8. Becca Begnaud

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