Hotard Huddle Podcast

On episode 32, I talk with my former roommate Dr. Solomon Tention about his journey to self discovery. Through Covid, Sol wrote his very first book called the King in Me which is available on Amazon (click here to purchase). It describes his journey to finding his confidence in order to lead others. We discuss some of the issues like anger that he had growing up. Being able to harness his emotions, Solomon has successfully obtained his doctorate, teaches in higher education, launched SIM Companies and is now a published author.  This episode is sponsored by Cheers for Ears, Cluey Consumer and 985 Products. Click here for more information about our sponsors: https://hotardhuddle.com/sponsors-of-hotard-huddle/ Music By: Tangent Infinity IG Link (@tangentinfinity) IG Link (@yourfriendbudde)

On episode 31, I chat with Maryclaire Manard, founder and owner of Cluey Consumer. Download Cluey Consumer in the app store to educate yourself on the products you buy or subscribe to. The app is designed to help you make informed decisions about purchases predicated on the 3 P's (Politics, People and Planet).  Follow Cluey Consumer on Facebook, IG and Linkedin Visit clueyconsumer.com This episode is sponsored by Cheers for Ears and 985 Products. Click here for more information about our sponsors: https://hotardhuddle.com/sponsors-of-hotard-huddle/ Music By: Tangent Infinity IG Link (@tangentinfinity) IG Link (@yourfriendbudde) Sponsorships: off for this episode

On episode 30, I chat with Corey Ross about his two faces of photography. He calls them passion projects. He discusses running two brands of photography. One (Ciggy 2 The Photographer) specializes in the arena of extreme sports and graffiti art. The other (C.B. Ross) specializes in events and family shoots. We talk about the buildup to those. We also chat about the challenges of parenting during Covid. Visit hotardhuddle.com for more. Check out Corey on IG @Ciggy2thephotographer @cbrossphotography This episode is sponsored by Cheers for Ears, who cultivate creations for your next Disney trip or Disney themed party. Email cheersforears@outlook.com or visit their FB and IG @cheersforearz  Mention Hotard Huddle and receive 10% off your purchase. Facebook Link (Click here) IG Link (Click here) Music By: Tangent Infinity IG Link (@tangentinfinity) IG Link (@yourfriendbudde)

On episode 29, I sit down with my old advisor, Nicki Boudreaux, from my sports editor days at the Nicholls Worth for THE Nicholls State University. We discuss the current state of the media versus consumers. We open the floodgates to discuss topics such as media literacy, cognitive dissonance and confirmation bias. Visit hotardhuddle.com for more.  Sponsors: Cheers for Ears  Music: Tangent Infinity 

On episode 28, I fly solo talking about some of the things going on my life. The first half I talk about how Covid slowed up plans for moving and now they have sped back up. I talk about the idea of leaving my hometown and why I need to get out. On the second half, I discuss the NBA Playoffs and Week 1 of the NFL Season. For more visit hotardhuddle.com  This episode is sponsored by Cheers for Ears, who cultivate creations for your next Disney trip or Disney themed party. Email cheersforears@outlook.com or visit their FB and IG @cheersforearz  Mention Hotard Huddle and receive 10% off your purchase. 

On episode 27, Lance Arnold joins the pod to discuss nolasome.com and his love for New Orleans, teaching news in 2020 and shares some of his bits from his stand-up comedy. For more, visit hotardhuddle.com. 

On Episode 26, Coffee and Norco Owner Herb DeLeon joins me to discuss how he has shifted focus to make money for his business during the pandemic. We talk about how Coffee and Norco got started after being kicked out of a location in favor of Starbucks. We also discuss his Head Coaching position at Newman in New Orleans along with his experience with Louisiana Fire. For more, visit hotardhuddle.com

John is a business management consultant who helps business across the country help establish their brand within their communities. He has successfully launched several businesses himself including Kerry's Wine Club, 985 Products and Bayou Report. We discuss business, journalism and more on episode 25. 

On episode 24, I am joined by Kyle Crosby, who works in the film as an actor, writer, producer and director. Working a typical 9-5 in downtown New Orleans, he looked out his window one day with movie sets on both sides of the street and realized that is where he wanted to be. An affinity for horror movies thanks to Godzilla which has a personal connection, he fell in love with the genre. He is currently working on a Louisiana based horror series. Tune in to episode 24. Visit hotardhuddle.com for more from the Hotard Huddle. #HonorTheHuddle

On episode 23, I sit down with Chef Marlon Williams. Marlon owns Chicken's Kitchen Catering (chickenskitchen.com) and he serves up some great dishes. From getting fired as a manager at Family Dollar to being fired from a construction company after calling out some higher ups to launching his successful company, he tells all in his journey. Marlon also happens to be a great friend of mine as we often discuss more important topics such as Black Lives Matter. Being a large black man, he and I talk about our different experiences with police including him being stripped down to his underwear on the side of the road as a teen among other things pertaining to Black Lives Matter. Visit hotardhuddle.com for more.