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Troubled Men Podcast

René and Manny
New Orleans
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Music
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New Orleans Music Scene
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New Orleans, United States
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René Coman sits down with the original Troubled Man, Manny Chevrolet, over cocktails at the Ring Room, in the heart of an old-school New Orleans social haunt. Manny is an L.A. native who had been through the Hollywood wringer by his late 20s. He then moved to New Orleans to become a perennial candidate for mayor and make a feature film about it. René is a New Orleans native who's been in the music... more

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The longtime harmonica player with Little Freddie King and perennial BJ's Bywater Lounge bartender first came to New Orleans as road manager for Ronnie Earl. His instant love for the city resulted in a Ninth Ward residency lasting 35 years and counti... more

The fine artist and co-owner of the Ferrara Showman Gallery is also founder of the annual "No Dead Artists” international exhibition as well the "Guns In The Hands of Artists" series, incorporating decommissioned firearms into works of art. His lates... more

Decorated journalists and authors Alison Fensterstock and Michael Tisserand have recently completed a fantastic biography on a beloved New Orleans cartoonist, illustrator, and music writer. The book, "Bunny Matthews: His Life, Art, and Obsessions," h... more

The civil rights attorney, artist manager, and singer with the Valparaiso Men's Chorus and the Shitty Stones has been a tireless champion of the disabled community, having successfully litigated more than 500 cases under the Americans With Disabiliti... more

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Jonathan Ferrara
Fine artist, painter, sculptor, photographer, author, and gallery founder
Ferrara Showman Gallery, Julia Street
Episode: TMP350 JONATHAN FERRARA LENDS A HAND
Michael Tisserand
Award-winning author and journalist
Gambit, The Nation, New Orleans literature
Episode: TMP349 ALISON FENSTERSTOCK AND MICHAEL TISSERAND ON BUNNY MATTHEWS
Andy Bizer
Attorney focusing on civil rights of persons with disabilities; music manager and performer
Independent practitioner; former manager of Hurray For The Riff Raff; Shitty Stones singer
Episode: TMP348 ANDY BIZER: BYWATER BLESSED
Jacques DeLatour
Recording engineer and producer for artists including Steel Pulse, Dr. John, Better Than Ezra, Cece Adcock, Irma Thomas, Rebirth Brass Band, and more
Independent music producer/engineer
Episode: TMP347 JACQUES DELATOUR REPORTS FOR DUTY
Jerry Giddens
Terrific singer, songwriter, guitar player, poet, college professor; fronted Walking Wounded and Killeen Foundry; recent solo record Sad Songs At Sunset; stage play The Chronicles
Delgado Community College (faculty); musician
Episode: TMP346 JERRY GIDDENS COMES AROUND AGAIN
Ned Henry
Songwriter, singer, guitar player on Make Your Own Weather.
Ned Henry and associated bands
Episode: Feral Zone 31 DOYLE GRISHAM AND NED HENRY MAKE THEIR OWN WEATHER
Doyle Grisham
Legendary pedal steel guitar player with Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer band for 25+ years.
Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band
Episode: Feral Zone 31 DOYLE GRISHAM AND NED HENRY MAKE THEIR OWN WEATHER
Anthony Donado
Terrific drummer, guitarist, songwriter, and sausage maker; lives in Abita Springs
Musician and sausage-maker
Episode: TMP345 ANTHONY DONADO MAKES IT EASY
Alex McMurray
Award-winning guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader; multiple projects including The Tin Men and Royal Fingerbowl
Episode: TMP344 ALEX MCMURRAY IS MR. TUESDAY NIGHT

Hosts

René Coman
Host of Troubled Men Podcast
Manny Chevrolet
Original Troubled Man for Troubled Times

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Feeling Troubled?

    Knowledgeable and unpredictable. You never know what crazy stories and opinions you will hear on the Troubled Men podcast. Manny for Mayor and Rene for Chief of staff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jazz Lunatique
    United States2 months ago
  • A new favorite. Intelligent, thoughtful and funny interviews with intelligent, thoughtful, and often funny New Orleans-based artists. These guys are awesome, and I feel like we're friends at this point.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Brian Fleming
    5 months ago
  • Somewhat recommended.

    Renee is well prepared, very knowledgeable and does a wonderful job with these podcasts. However it is curious why a podcast that is largely about New Orleans music and culture would have a co-host that hates the city, doesn’t like music and often is quite rude and offensive. Manny is costing this potentially great podcast listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    bigchief1
    United Statesa year ago
  • A.S.

    Once a week therapy session

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Musiker64
    Norwaya year ago
  • The Feigned Ignorance

    The hosts tangential remarks and Manny’s feigned ignorance not only get old quickly but show a certain disrespect to the guests. It’s a horrible interview podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OneTaker
    United Statesa year ago

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Polished hosts balance humor with thoughtful guest questions, though some find Manny's style polarizing.
Strong community feel; guests bring archival stories and behind-the-scenes looks at music culture.
Insightful and knowledgeable with deep New Orleans lore, entertaining and provocative banter.
A bold, uncensored late-night vibe that some listeners love and others find abrasive.

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TMP349 ALISON FENSTERSTOCK AND MICHAEL TISSERAND ON BUNNY MATTHEWS
Q: How did you two wind up writing this Bunny Matthews book?
We had debated for years about the need for a comprehensive Bunny Matthews monograph, and as Bunny's health declined, we felt a responsibility to document his life and art with depth, nuance, and access to archival materials, shaping a volume that could travel beyond New Orleans while staying true to its vernacular roots.
TMP347 JACQUES DELATOUR REPORTS FOR DUTY
Q: How did you end up choosing a career in recording and production after the Navy?
Jacques describes enrolling in the Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences, leveraging the GI Bill, and aggressively pursuing hands-on studio time, which helped him build a practical, aural sense of recording and engineering that translated into high-profile sessions.
TMP335 DAVE JORDAN BOUNCES BACK
Q: What inspires you to start playing music?
It's really just a combination of I didn't want to have a real job and I used to write poetry and after getting some guitar chords from friends, I started writing songs.
TMP335 DAVE JORDAN BOUNCES BACK
Q: How do you feel about those two members suing Sting?
I mean, I'm not particularly surprised by it.
TMP335 DAVE JORDAN BOUNCES BACK
Q: So what's going on with you?
A lot of stuff is going on with me, man, like Carnival time, parades rolling tonight.

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What is Troubled Men Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners tune in for candid, character-driven conversations with seasoned musicians, engineers, and entertainment figures rooted in New Orleans culture. Episodes pivot around personal histories, studio anecdotes, and the realities of pursuing art in a vibrant regional scene, often balancing humor, industry insight, and a love of live music. A standout is the dynamic banter between two hosts who bring local color, deep industry knowledge, and a willingness to push boundaries, which gives the show a distinct, unvarnished voice that appeals to fans of backstage storytelling and music culture. Potential listeners will likely appreciate the mix of archival memories, career-defining moments, and practical takes on sustaining a creative life in a... more

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