Exploring New Orleans - America's Wildest City 🇺🇸

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  • For someone to fully understand how different America can be, they need to experience New Orleans. Today, we meet up with a local who gives us a deeper look at what America's wildest city is like.
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  • @PeterSantenello
    @PeterSantenello  Před měsícem +220

    This is the last video from the Deep South series for a while. Check out the other Deep South videos here: czcams.com/play/PLEyPgwIPkHo5c-iYpXFfGH1qKJHseirMu.html&si=mCi0MKxde07noQg8
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    • @MrJalyles
      @MrJalyles Před měsícem +3

      Great video Peter!! Loved it. But if New Orleans just went away a lot of perversion wouldn’t happen every year. Peace.

    • @rickterj1
      @rickterj1 Před měsícem +8

      What a treat it’s been watching u in Louisiana!!!

    • @jacobdufrene6586
      @jacobdufrene6586 Před měsícem +10

      Thanks for coming Bro, y'all come back now Ya hear!

    • @douglasmorrow8004
      @douglasmorrow8004 Před měsícem +1

      Seen them.

    • @Rayraywheelz
      @Rayraywheelz Před měsícem +4

      Loved this series Peter so much information gained!

  • @mrboneshd2624
    @mrboneshd2624 Před měsícem +937

    5:24
    I'm honest I have nothing to eat, but I have something to drink, do you want to come in? that's a person you want to have around! What an honest dear soul

    • @robbielott7017
      @robbielott7017 Před měsícem +59

      I dont have much but whatever I have it's yours. Thats the vibe I picked up on when he said that. You are right... genuine, friendly and welcoming people are priceless.

    • @marygoff3332
      @marygoff3332 Před měsícem +36

      And a very savvy man. Listened to his elders when he was young to gain wisdom. Doesn't tell his daughters who NOT to date, because he knows they will then pick that guy! 😊

    • @beadingbusily
      @beadingbusily Před měsícem +28

      Poor people tend to be more generous, share more, as a matter of survival, than the rest.

    • @marioenrique9367
      @marioenrique9367 Před měsícem +12

      I visit Baton Rouge every month and there’s something about people from Louisiana that I love so much, if it wasn’t for the natural disasters and crime rates I would love to settle down there and raise a family and the food is amazing

    • @ScubaSteve3560
      @ScubaSteve3560 Před měsícem

      ​The working class is very generous, they understand that we are in this together. Rich people are greedy, because they're terrified to be poor again and so they remain selfish and lack empathy

  • @samdung5630
    @samdung5630 Před měsícem +1099

    I love Louisiana. How Ken immediately mentions food, like he feels bad because he doesn't have food to give him, and gives him a jug of wine. Then, he gets a historic street sign in return.

    • @8088I
      @8088I Před měsícem +21

      ""The City that Care forgot!" on
      "The Land of many Tongues😝!!"

    • @angelaneilson4364
      @angelaneilson4364 Před měsícem +29

      Peter my husband worked in a Nuclear Power Plant in New Orleans in 1979 .
      Louisiana, had plenty of work in the Electrical Industry so we lived there for one year.
      In our opinion New Orleans has very hospitable and welcoming people, we never felt as outsiders being New Yorkers.
      We experienced Mardi Gras unfortunately not in New Orleans at that time the police were on strike and only
      The city of Gretna,La.
      had the Mardi Gras celebration and I will tell you it gets pretty crazy at least in 1979 did.
      However,we enjoyed the experience at that time.
      Bourbon fun street ! As mater of facts I just found out
      that Elvis filmed a movie on this street.
      Interesting and creative man the tribe/shop owner, it was a pleasure to listen to.
      Very sad and big disaster Hurricane Katrina caused,so many lives lost !
      what a big Catastrophe!
      We thank you for the video Peter, also thank Christopher amazing interview.
      You bought back some memories, as always your videos are so interesting and educational.
      Arrivederci!

    • @95thousandroses
      @95thousandroses Před měsícem +10

      Louisiana is loosing its residents left and right. Its on pace to be worst than mississippi in most metrics

    • @zacharysmith285
      @zacharysmith285 Před měsícem +12

      oh thats wine? i fr thought that was some good ol sweet tea

    • @95thousandroses
      @95thousandroses Před měsícem +2

      @@zacharysmith285 NO is too snobby for sweet tea.

  • @MrAtticus555
    @MrAtticus555 Před měsícem +435

    Big shout out to your wife, Peter. Her use of silence in the editing process is fantastic. Not being afraid of silence. It creates a really thoughtful pace. Gives the viewer time to think, process and imagine themselves in your shoes.
    BIG CUDOS!
    Thanks to the both of you!
    X X

    • @PeterSantenello
      @PeterSantenello  Před měsícem +109

      Thank you! I will let her know you wrote this.

    • @SnoDawg
      @SnoDawg Před měsícem +31

      I’m a video editor of 30 years.I couldn’t agree more. Excellent editing. 👍🏽

    • @annabelapurva-madhuri4861
      @annabelapurva-madhuri4861 Před měsícem +12

      Couldn’t agree more. It sucks how often it’s edited out of interviews these days

    • @Nooticus
      @Nooticus Před měsícem +3

      Agreed!

    • @writerchik44
      @writerchik44 Před měsícem +3

      💯%

  • @panoramaaaaaa
    @panoramaaaaaa Před měsícem +230

    When Christopher pulls out that street sign out of his trunk. You always give back when you receive. And when you give, you don't expect anything in return. That's a gentleman!

    • @waynekeer
      @waynekeer Před měsícem +4

      The most famous guy that live in new Orleans is: Phil Anselmo.

  • @twatts1523
    @twatts1523 Před měsícem +679

    Ken seems like he’d be the best neighbor ever, what a sweetheart!

    • @dsclips900
      @dsclips900 Před měsícem +12

      Indeed, what a sweetheart and a perfect neighbour

    • @samdung5630
      @samdung5630 Před měsícem +6

      That's true. Peter does, but Louisiana people are nice in general.

    • @teribunker5223
      @teribunker5223 Před měsícem +5

      My dad’s home port was NO in the 70s❤.Glad I experienced it then!

    • @coconutfleetsleeper5717
      @coconutfleetsleeper5717 Před měsícem +10

      Yes, he gave me good vibes

    • @8088I
      @8088I Před měsícem +3

      ""The City that Care forgot!" on
      "The Land of many Tongues😝!"

  • @deltatango5642
    @deltatango5642 Před měsícem +764

    Wow. Right off the bat, the first guy Ken is so lovely and hospitable. You seem to find the best folks on your trips.

    • @sethcrawford6219
      @sethcrawford6219 Před měsícem +42

      It’s because he’s in my lovely state of Louisiana baby ! We cool down here boy

    • @Jeremya74
      @Jeremya74 Před měsícem +22

      That's typical south

    • @pragmaticcrystal
      @pragmaticcrystal Před měsícem +9

      South Louisiana is a whole other level of happiness Born & Raised in St.Mary Parish… I left for five years had to come back… there’s no place like home 👠 👠

    • @treasurehunt7812
      @treasurehunt7812 Před měsícem +11

      That's New Orleans.... the average person would give you the shirt off their back. It's the culture.

    • @stevesly7954
      @stevesly7954 Před měsícem +9

      I really think it's because he's genuinely a good guy and one other thing it's lovely not knowing his politics

  • @danc.9554
    @danc.9554 Před měsícem +112

    Wow, Christopher did an outstanding job showing his city. Just like a professional tour guide.

  • @NicoleWilliams-pk9jr
    @NicoleWilliams-pk9jr Před měsícem +19

    I am a Georgia native who lived in post Katrina New Orleans for 7 years. The city is the most magical, awful, frustrating, fun, joyous, sad places you can imagine.

    • @zachreilly4021
      @zachreilly4021 Před 3 dny

      Ive lived here my entire life 40yrs and umm yep you said it all

  • @truthteller4442
    @truthteller4442 Před měsícem +494

    This video was AMAZING. Christopher was a PHENOMENAL tour guide. This was really so enjoyable to watch.

    • @goofygrandlouis6296
      @goofygrandlouis6296 Před měsícem +7

      Agreed.

    • @LukeMornings
      @LukeMornings Před měsícem +7

      As someone from here. That was a horrible tour.

    • @nicholasbarnhill3947
      @nicholasbarnhill3947 Před měsícem

      I live in New Orleans and was raised here and it was great to watch but me being here, there is so much more to know and to see, I’m still learning and discovering each day, it is impossible to catch it in one video, it has so much history, and so many famous historical places that isn’t in this video as well. Hospitality and culture, the good and the ugly, and the food, if you come to the city you will want a budget for food, and don’t sleep on the hot plates look em up, that’s most soul cooking of Louisiana gems you can get at a time saver or corner store for 8-10.99. Most places you don’t even have to hit the restaurants because the corner store is cheaper and has family hospitality, and pass down recipes. Look for the hole in the walls always But if you want a po boy aka “poor” boy gotta go to parkway avenue for a good first timer, it’s a experience, Obama and bush showed a visit, probably some of the best po boys in the city yaheard me ⚜️ go all the way and get em dressed all love always ⚜️

    • @James_Edward59
      @James_Edward59 Před měsícem +2

      @@LukeMorningsThat was a great tour

    • @pavelusa3423
      @pavelusa3423 Před měsícem

      Thanx Henry

  • @rosamwen2267
    @rosamwen2267 Před měsícem +225

    I like Christopher he appears to be a deep thinker and profound observer I bet he has a very sarcastic sense of humour

    • @SSNESS
      @SSNESS Před měsícem +2

      He’s a Minnesota Vikings fan

    • @Wakeywhodat
      @Wakeywhodat Před měsícem +8

      Sarcasm runs deep in New Orleans 😂

    • @doughty_vee7824
      @doughty_vee7824 Před měsícem +3

      I agree.! He was very smart and kind.

  • @SoulBeauty1111
    @SoulBeauty1111 Před měsícem +31

    53:03 I love how Chris is carefully and casually bagging his purchases so that Big Chief is not disrupted from teaching Peter about the culture. ❤

  • @LH-kw9hi
    @LH-kw9hi Před měsícem +14

    Christopher is a fantastic ambassador for New Orleans-- what a gentleman! Christopher's love for the city and its people really shines through, and its a shame that the city's persistent problems pushed him to leave. His live-and-let-live honesty about all things great and in need of growth in the city has further convinced me of New Orleans' charm and how much I can learn from it. This city is a national treasure and its people are gems, and they deserve so much more than they've been served.

  • @MarinaLaroche
    @MarinaLaroche Před měsícem +261

    Christopher appears to be quite a loving and gentlemanly person. Quite impressive in a thoughtful way.

    • @SSNESS
      @SSNESS Před měsícem +8

      Surprised his car hasn’t been stolen yet

    • @BostonsF1nest
      @BostonsF1nest Před měsícem +9

      That guy was a great tour of the city. So much information.

    • @Scarf351
      @Scarf351 Před měsícem +1

      ​@@BostonsF1nestBoston i see you everywhere brother. I love nicky scarfo, gonna read mafia prince soon. He was LCN TO THE CORE. Sending love brother.

    • @BostonsF1nest
      @BostonsF1nest Před měsícem +2

      @@Scarf351 and he made the sign of the gun 👈🏼

    • @ThePeacePlant
      @ThePeacePlant Před měsícem

      ​@@SSNESS My car almost got stolen at the end of last year in Bridge City. 10 minutes from Up Town. Everybody is moving out. It is true, it's different here and NOLA and the parts around are changing

  • @TheNeutralGroundTM
    @TheNeutralGroundTM Před měsícem +188

    As a born and raised New Orleanian who is still living here (uptown, bby), this guy is so on the money with everything he’s told you.

    • @elizabethwitt2621
      @elizabethwitt2621 Před měsícem +19

      Peter is so talented at picking out a host that checks all the boxes. 👏👏

    • @koriewilliams7076
      @koriewilliams7076 Před měsícem +10

      moved away but still in my genes. Esp mardi gras indian ( gaurdian of the flame).

    • @tigerbait134
      @tigerbait134 Před měsícem +3

      Uptown babe!!!

  • @4evermistyblu
    @4evermistyblu Před měsícem +40

    I love New Orleans!!!! One of my favorite American cities to visit. The culture, the people, music, food -OUTSTANDING.

  • @Jordan_Clark
    @Jordan_Clark Před měsícem +32

    What a nice guy, straight out with the wine, hospitable folks remind me that the world hasn't changed as much as we like to lament, it's refreshing 😢

  • @waykool698
    @waykool698 Před měsícem +375

    Loving this Deep South series. A part of America most of us never get to see. Thank you for opening our eyes with these videos, Peter.

    • @richardmorris7063
      @richardmorris7063 Před měsícem +14

      Even if say you went down for Mardi Gras you wouldn't get the lay of the land & much real culture unless you lived there or got a tour like Peter did for us.

    • @treasurehunt7812
      @treasurehunt7812 Před měsícem +6

      @@richardmorris7063 I always tell people who've never visited to avoid Mardi Gras, the city and surrounding areas are mostly inaccessible. Mardi Gras just gets in the way.

    • @nickfuller9254
      @nickfuller9254 Před měsícem

      Yo Peter didn’t do good right here, I almost fell asleep watching a video about New Orleans

    • @brownjatt21
      @brownjatt21 Před měsícem +1

      ​@@nickfuller9254 it might not be the only one. Probably a part 2 next week. Maybe This one more a general tour of the city.

  • @HumbleCee
    @HumbleCee Před měsícem +341

    I'm from New Orleans, born and raised, and l can say that most of the information you received was pretty spot on culturally and economically. I was pretty surprised. The spots he took you to in the hood were pretty legit. There is definitely ALOT more to unpack.

    • @nolalove8909
      @nolalove8909 Před měsícem +13

      Completely agree

    • @unpopuler
      @unpopuler Před měsícem

      Those mardi gras Indians are racist, liberal delusion is crazy, I thought amerikkkan liberals don't partake in cultural appropriation?

    • @user-zv7tu7mk4i
      @user-zv7tu7mk4i Před měsícem +15

      Should start an online # to get Walter a storefront in the Quarter. "Spy Boy"

    • @user-zv7tu7mk4i
      @user-zv7tu7mk4i Před měsícem +3

      #SpyBoy

    • @just_lvp
      @just_lvp Před měsícem +13

      Hello fellow NOLA native! Especially the Comus, Momus, etc part. He can easily get into any, I repeat, any krewe he wants to, including "our" krewes, dig? Hollygrove, 17th ward represented here! ✌🏾💯

  • @amde8554
    @amde8554 Před měsícem +35

    I visited NOLA for the first time this year and the magic of the city is palpable I’m rooting for this place

  • @anastasiamacaya5126
    @anastasiamacaya5126 Před měsícem +31

    Christopher was fantastic! So authentic and so wise and deep. Someone who understands people.

  • @b4utravel
    @b4utravel Před měsícem +129

    Christopher was a great person to take you around New Orleans. A thoughtful and respectful episode.

    • @SSNESS
      @SSNESS Před měsícem +2

      The roads are unacceptable

  • @PeopleandPlacesTV
    @PeopleandPlacesTV Před měsícem +101

    I love the way the first instinct of the friend they met on the porch was to share his wine. Such generosity between friends

    • @bridgetalexander2158
      @bridgetalexander2158 Před měsícem

      ❤❤❤

    • @kazapthegreat5306
      @kazapthegreat5306 Před měsícem +3

      He is a beautiful soul 🙂

    • @PeopleandPlacesTV
      @PeopleandPlacesTV Před měsícem +4

      @@kazapthegreat5306 yes indeed. I hope to meet souls like him through my travels

    • @ivywoodxrecords
      @ivywoodxrecords Před měsícem

      False displays of emotion. Its a token of nothingness. I think people that do that are ultimately self serving. They are just buying time until the next time they need something
      Jk Idk if I believe that really just fucking around you fucks

  • @edenjs1503
    @edenjs1503 Před měsícem +12

    Christopher was so interesting and know facts about every area, street, building and body of water. Couldn't have asked for a better host. Very enjoyable.

  • @tommathews3964
    @tommathews3964 Před měsícem +6

    Interesting, as always, Peter! Having lived and worked in New Orleans for a bit, my tour might be completely different! The food scene in New Orleans is legendary and your host barely touched on it! It’s literally one of the top culinary cities in the world! Galatoire’s, Commander’s Palace, Tujague’s, Antoine’s, all of the Brennan restaurants, Pascal’s Manale, Acme Oyster, and hundreds more! The music scene is equally legendary and not really mentioned here either. You can literally hear anything from Voodoo Swamp to High Opera within a few blocks of each other, but the funk is what New Orleans does best!

  • @mpfrierson91
    @mpfrierson91 Před měsícem +204

    Peter you’re the one channel I look forward to every Saturday morning! Keep up the great work! You’re showing us the real America without the mainstream propaganda and sensationalism. Thank you from all of us! 🇺🇸

    • @goofygrandlouis6296
      @goofygrandlouis6296 Před měsícem +1

      Yeah this channel is great !
      Also like Sabbatical (but he does things outside the US)

    • @bobhren747
      @bobhren747 Před měsícem

      Agree the complete opposite of Fox News, News Max , Oann and the right wing nutjob propaganda.

    • @OneAdam12Adam
      @OneAdam12Adam Před měsícem

      Amen

  • @Tazbocat
    @Tazbocat Před měsícem +155

    New Orleans native, now live north of Lake Pontchartrain for the past 35 yrs... A note about the 9th ward. Many houses were owned and past down through families. After owners died , no succession was done, ownership was not officially transferred. Those families who lived there had no proof of ownership of the property. Therefore they received no help from fema. They never had insurance. They lost everything.
    Katrina affected us all in ways that are never forgotten.
    I love my city but it's nothing like it used to be. I carry our culture of New Orleans forever in my heart, we are so much more than Mardi Gras and jazz fest.
    Great job Peter. ❤❤

    • @chriswampler1
      @chriswampler1 Před měsícem +10

      Yes. I lived there for 20 years starting in 95 and left for a year a few time each. The current Mayor killed all
      My love for the City itself but I still love the people.

    • @Tazbocat
      @Tazbocat Před měsícem +15

      True she and the d a are destroying the city.. fortunately, Jeff Landry , New Governor who is a Trump republican has put both of them on notice and with God, those demons will face accountability. I pray New Orleans will see change.

    • @KBeth35
      @KBeth35 Před měsícem +2

      I use to go camping with my family on a river over the Ponchartrain bridge. I can't for the life of me remember what that river was called or camping spot. I think it was Martinsville but I was really young. Does any of that ring a bell? I left when I was 14. I have only been back once since then. I'm only 36 but my memory isnt that great!

    • @Tazbocat
      @Tazbocat Před měsícem +3

      @@KBeth35 going over Lake Pontchartrain could be many . St Martinsville is more going southwest, over the Mississippi River Bridge. Still cajun country. I live near the Pearl River northeast of Lake Pontchartrain. Its good you have good memories of Louisiana. Come back and visit someday. 🤗

    • @keltait
      @keltait Před měsícem +3

      the 9th ward is great. i lived in 7th ward on music street off st roch

  • @OfficialDarkSoulMusic
    @OfficialDarkSoulMusic Před měsícem +4

    I love this channel. Peter is the only dude I've ever seen that puts this much blood, sweat and tears into documenting the places and people that are overlooked in this country

  • @ksishtoflavrinovich
    @ksishtoflavrinovich Před měsícem +18

    Peter! A big hello to you from Russia) I am immersed in watching your videos with great interest! Thank you so much for your hard work! What you do I think is extremely important) You also choose wonderful background music, it is very dramatic in some places, like in the recent Louisiana episodes) I started watching your videos last year to add listening to my English studies but I am so immersed that now I look forward to each new episode) America is an infinitely diverse country with a very interesting history and history is first and foremost the people and places where they live) Thank you so much for the total immersion, it never leaves me.

    • @ryansgirl2002
      @ryansgirl2002 Před 6 dny

      Hello, friend! Much love from western Kentucky, USA ❤

  • @mikefleming8352
    @mikefleming8352 Před měsícem +91

    No matter where you go in this world it always makes me smile when you meet someone like Ken. What a stand up man.

  • @bennytdi
    @bennytdi Před měsícem +102

    Love how the guys driving a well taken care of Older Jaguar. Classy car

    • @SSNESS
      @SSNESS Před měsícem +5

      Fix the roads

    • @johnjohnmcclane1818
      @johnjohnmcclane1818 Před měsícem

      That's an Aston Martin.

    • @chedz3409
      @chedz3409 Před měsícem +7

      Nah, that’s a jag

    • @sccdean
      @sccdean Před měsícem +5

      @@johnjohnmcclane1818definitely a jag

    • @crushagrape
      @crushagrape Před měsícem +5

      @@johnjohnmcclane1818 It's a Jag. They made them 12 miles from where I was born. Aston's were the other way. Now, some models of both brands are made right next to each other in the same facility in Gaydon.

  • @chrisbeattie1783
    @chrisbeattie1783 Před měsícem +8

    Thanks Peter for another fantastic insight into America. As a South Australian I get to travel around with you without leaving my front door. Appreciate your skills in entertaining and building our knowledge of what is out there in our world. Stay safe my friend.

  • @shannoncaron1573
    @shannoncaron1573 Před měsícem +14

    Christopher was amazing! This has been such an enjoyable series.

  • @theabigailgordon
    @theabigailgordon Před měsícem +70

    If you make it to lake Charles you can meet my 105 year old great grandmother, still living in the house she was raised in!

    • @guydreamr
      @guydreamr Před měsícem +9

      Glad she made it through all the hurricanes out that way.

    • @LOUISE__97
      @LOUISE__97 Před měsícem +7

      Wow! Tell us her story

    • @kelceynicole
      @kelceynicole Před měsícem +3

      @@LOUISE__97yess😍

    • @StrawB0ss
      @StrawB0ss Před měsícem +3

      Does she speak French?

  • @heatherblanton3469
    @heatherblanton3469 Před měsícem +127

    I'm no longer able to travel, but your videos give me the ability to from right in my living room. The things and people you document are so valuable to our history.

    • @catherineleigh9000
      @catherineleigh9000 Před měsícem +8

      I call it vicarious travel

    • @dlghenderson2837
      @dlghenderson2837 Před měsícem +2

      I call it vicarious life. 😊

    • @jeffhampton2767
      @jeffhampton2767 Před měsícem +4

      I traveled for many decades and I can no longer travel became handicapped a few years ago. I watch a lot of travel videos❤

  • @Beardinc
    @Beardinc Před měsícem +8

    I wish this one was 3 hours long. The history of that city is so interesting!

  • @chopperboi89
    @chopperboi89 Před měsícem +4

    As a funeral director, the cemetery talk was fantastic; incredibly interesting!

  • @bryanmcdermott4204
    @bryanmcdermott4204 Před měsícem +64

    Christopher and his friends are a wealth of knowledge. Thank you all.

  • @user-ik6sg5or1z
    @user-ik6sg5or1z Před měsícem +55

    Finally I got an idea why New Orleans is such an magnet to tourists! That's for me the most iconic city in the US. Greatings from Austria

    • @LilyGazou
      @LilyGazou Před měsícem +6

      Unique in the US. No other place like it here.

    • @farzana6676
      @farzana6676 Před měsícem

      Meh. Democrats run New Orleans into the ground.

    • @JimFrenowsky
      @JimFrenowsky Před 29 dny

      I’d say it’s the city most unlike any of the others, but it’s certainly not the most iconic. New York City is, of course, the most iconic American city. And I’m from Nashville. I went to Taylor Swift’s high school haha.

    • @farzana6676
      @farzana6676 Před 29 dny

      @@JimFrenowsky New York is a liberal cesspit 🤮

  • @aimeemetzinger6718
    @aimeemetzinger6718 Před měsícem +6

    I feel like NOLA needs to be a 3-parter in itself. So much more to get into and see (and more of the history). I have always loved Louisiana, and I thank you for your recent videos🎉🎉🎉.

    • @alainlalonde
      @alainlalonde Před 22 dny

      SO much more. Just as the Canadian tourist that I was, I wished they had dove into a lot more things. But Katrina was the big one for this vid, and understandably so, but there's just so much on everything that wasn't really touched on.

  • @KennyBellau
    @KennyBellau Před měsícem +22

    I'm under the delusion that no one could give a better tour of NOLA than me. Well, bravo, Christopher! Great job and you represent us well.

  • @dcs5343
    @dcs5343 Před měsícem +148

    I have loved every minute of The Deep South series! Thank you for showing the actual South that we get to see but the rest of the country talks negatively about.

    • @richkrupansky1339
      @richkrupansky1339 Před měsícem +8

      I agree. Makes me want to move there

    • @HBC423
      @HBC423 Před měsícem +11

      The best part of the country

    • @dcs5343
      @dcs5343 Před měsícem +1

      @@HBC423 no lie there!

    • @nicholasbarnhill3947
      @nicholasbarnhill3947 Před měsícem +5

      There is good and bad down here in the south but the “southern hospitality” saying or “the Deep South hospitality” stands for most that come from hard times but found the love and joy in it and wanted to spread it through others or strong family cultures, religious beliefs and up bringings because they didn’t have a lot and sharing was something they did that helped them stay together as a community or a family unit to make it. It’s all love down here.

  • @msadventure49
    @msadventure49 Před měsícem +55

    Peter, one of the very important things you are showing us (the audience) in these videos is how to truly LISTEN to someone’s “story” with genuine interest. If more people did that, the world would be a much better place. Keep up the good work. I can’t wait to see your next stop.

  • @Elizabeth_Parsons_327
    @Elizabeth_Parsons_327 Před měsícem +4

    Love, love, LOVE NOLA! Such a vibrant, storied, and dynamic city drenched in history. Thanks for finding Ken and allowing him to share his insight!

  • @antieau333
    @antieau333 Před měsícem +4

    This was a Fantastic video of that area. Christopher was an amazing guide and the right person to show you this land and history. I feel like I've been there now and that's not an easy thing to capture in an hour video. You always brings us such great content. Thank you and keep them coming Peter.

  • @gasmith7486
    @gasmith7486 Před měsícem +277

    Louisiana has state income tax and sales tax on EVERYTHING you buy including food and water. Yet, they can’t pave the roads??
    Corruption 😑

    • @johnjones3332
      @johnjones3332 Před měsícem

      why Louisiana stays poor...after I watched it on CZcams I moved from the state czcams.com/video/RWTic9btP38/video.html

    • @FirstFamilyCharger
      @FirstFamilyCharger Před měsícem +33

      And it’s like that as soon as you cross the state line. Literally.

    • @steeleirise9863
      @steeleirise9863 Před měsícem +38

      One word,Latoya the destroya

    • @Woketard
      @Woketard Před měsícem

      It's hilarious how plebeians want to "tax the billionaires" YET our taxes now don't do anything!

    • @yannstermonster
      @yannstermonster Před měsícem +33

      ⁠@@steeleirise9863Word, I don’t know how she’s still the Mayor. Money’s def going into her people’s pockets.

  • @samdung5630
    @samdung5630 Před měsícem +49

    I'm literally tearing up watching this. I love New Orleans. I didn't know I loved it this much.

    • @curtisswilliams1228
      @curtisswilliams1228 Před měsícem +4

      The city literally has a soul so you'll definitely feel various levels of emotion ❤

    • @mikewilliams7218
      @mikewilliams7218 Před měsícem +2

      Eh, not for me. The guy in the pink hat is a nut.

    • @curtisswilliams1228
      @curtisswilliams1228 Před měsícem

      @@mikewilliams7218What do you mean by that?Are you from New Orleans?

    • @Ikey504
      @Ikey504 Před měsícem

      @@mikewilliams7218a nut with more sense than you

    • @genxlady
      @genxlady Před měsícem +6

      @@mikewilliams7218 my perception of "Walter" @50:00 is that he is passionate about what he does & creative man. not a nut interesting how we humans have such polar opposite perceptions of others 🤣

  • @brandyswanson4476
    @brandyswanson4476 Před měsícem +2

    I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you to you, Christopher and all the guests who appeared. Everyone spoke so well about the history of my beloved hometown. Such a wealth of knowledge packed in this video. I will watch this several times. 😊❤

  • @stephenfisher3721
    @stephenfisher3721 Před měsícem +10

    I shall always love the Karnofskys. I learned a lot from them about how to live-real life and determination…I began to feel like I had a future and ‘It’s a Wonderful World' after all.”--
    ​Louis Armstrong

  • @susanvaughan4210
    @susanvaughan4210 Před měsícem +41

    Music and creativity are alive in New Orleans like nowhere else! Back in the 80s I was a tourist there, and had the pleasure (honestly, it was a Spiritual experience) of spending an evening at Preservation Hall; listening to world class musicians. The people in that town seem to be alchemists that can transform the energy of corruption into fuel for triumphal, joyous expression. Thanks Peter, for letting us spend time with you and the amazing people you find.

    • @jeltoninc.8542
      @jeltoninc.8542 Před měsícem +3

      I always love meandering through the streets and hearing jazz echo down an alley as I pass by. There’s no place like New Orleans.

    • @meganortego7598
      @meganortego7598 Před měsícem

      South Louisiana is like no other place in the US!

    • @meganortego7598
      @meganortego7598 Před měsícem

      Worst roads ever are in Louisiana. As soon as you hit the state lines.

  • @tracyjames2046
    @tracyjames2046 Před měsícem +62

    I think Chris really loves his city and made a great host. The love shines through, he does not disparage his home and I can appreciate that. What a great tour the Creole Apache Mardi Gras store was so cool too.

  • @MikeMarcangelo
    @MikeMarcangelo Před měsícem +5

    Peter, where did you find this guy? he's full of knowledge of New Orleans and the south. Thank you and thank you Christopher!

  • @bawillard2578
    @bawillard2578 Před měsícem +3

    Thank you SOOOOO MUCH MR. PETER. thanks for all the in-depth information CHRISTOPHER! Brilliant.

  • @AbsolutePernilla
    @AbsolutePernilla Před měsícem +40

    Swede here. New Orleans remains my absolute favorite city after visiting it in the mid 90's during a backpacking Amtrak "loop-de-loop" US. I would love to come back and have such a splendid guide like Christopher. I just love it. The then mixed with the now, the when and the how. The scent, the sounds. Everything, even almost dying from food poisoning. It was a splendid few days. Thanks for letting me revisit from home.
    The US south is magnificent and the people are just great. So many good episodes, and new dreams of travelling to see it start sprouting.

  • @sokomusic1228
    @sokomusic1228 Před měsícem +106

    an episode in Savannah, Ga would be awesome!

  • @elizabethhoover4672
    @elizabethhoover4672 Před měsícem +1

    I am learning so much about New Orleans from this episode. Christopher is incredibly knowledgeable about his town and a great guide. Wonderful work.

  • @joelb360
    @joelb360 Před měsícem +3

    I grew up in Lafayette and Slidell, I absolutely loved New Orleans as a kid. Im so grateful for the culture, hospitality, and food I got to be raised around. The absolute best people imaginable...and THE MUSIC! I go back every few years, including 2006 right after Katrina, and I pray NOLA will keep hanging on. If you have never been, I highly recommend the trip.

  • @garrymcentyre308
    @garrymcentyre308 Před měsícem +31

    Peter we really enjoyed this segment on New Orleans,La,especially Christopher,he made us feel so at home as we watched the tour. We felt as if we were right there with you guys. We also really appreciated his honesty in sharing so much of New Orlean’s history. Peter thanks a lot for all of your tours we have been taken on. You do an awesome job ,keep the good work up !👍 - Faith-

  • @NoitsBecky.
    @NoitsBecky. Před měsícem +92

    I love Nola! The ppl, culture, music, food, sights, history, smells, I can go on and on!

    • @RJT80
      @RJT80 Před měsícem +13

      Used to be a nice city. Honestly now it's not worth the trouble. Used to be known as the French City. Then Ray Nagin somehow rechristened it the Chocolate City and it's all been downhill from there.

    • @gasmith7486
      @gasmith7486 Před měsícem +9

      I loved living in Louisiana but times have changed. I wouldn’t feel safe there anymore.

    • @95thousandroses
      @95thousandroses Před měsícem +12

      @@RJT80 Used to go to NO every year. 10 years ago it started to suck. 5 years ago I decided to never go back. If you don't get shot or robbed, you'll atleast get a parking ticket.

    • @shelleysunandstars
      @shelleysunandstars Před měsícem +6

      @@RJT80 New Orleans historically has always been a black city. I'm Cajun and live in the area.

    • @dukkiboi
      @dukkiboi Před měsícem +4

      @@RJT80lol. Yes. Don’t come back. Please don’t. You’re not welcome

  • @magdaparis7245
    @magdaparis7245 Před měsícem +4

    Again and again Peter thank you so much for these amazing séries.
    With you we're discovering such a true and sincere, moving and brave people and american History.
    Fascinating. All the best.
    Odile from 🇨🇵

  • @Nightmarigny
    @Nightmarigny Před měsícem +7

    I'm a tour guide here. This man knows what he's talking about. But those aren't mosquitoes - they're crane flies.

  • @Balltime88
    @Balltime88 Před měsícem +15

    What a fantastic guide. A local who is knowledgeable, well spoken but also willing to admit to the flaws in the city.. another great video.

  • @hellohello8556
    @hellohello8556 Před měsícem +41

    Thankyou for all your great down to earth content Peter. It's a breath of fresh air compared to most of the content on social media these days. 😊👍

  • @dreamdisturber
    @dreamdisturber Před měsícem +3

    Great job, Christopher. Can’t imagine anyone doing it better!

  • @donttreadonmikey8204
    @donttreadonmikey8204 Před měsícem +1

    What a beautiful people place and history! Thank you Christopher,and Peter you are amazing for all this wonderful footage

  • @vew4591
    @vew4591 Před měsícem +23

    Peter Santello your channel on CZcams is my absolute favorite. I enjoy your travels from the comfort of my home. Thankyou for your insight to our diverse USA. Many worlds exist in America. Ty

  • @bennyhill4228
    @bennyhill4228 Před měsícem +23

    Peter connects every lost wire, i so much enjoy watching Peters vids. the way he connects with all the people out there is simply massive 🥰

  • @kristenp6547
    @kristenp6547 Před měsícem

    I love your passion, compassion, and curiosity. And you always find the most interesting and knowledgeable people to show you around. Thank you for another great video! Keep 'em coming! I learn so much from them.

  • @NOLAgenX
    @NOLAgenX Před měsícem +2

    Peter, I moved down here to South Louisiana 26 years ago. I spent 22 years working in New Orleans. I had the advantage of many coworkers and friends actually from New Orleans to share the culture and teach the history and show me near every part of the city.
    There is a lot to take in here, so I completely understand you getting overwhelmed/confused at times. But you did great in that short time in conveying some of the city’s essence. Thanks!

  • @namwob7
    @namwob7 Před měsícem +14

    I'm a faithful follower of you Peter, ever since the first video series on WV. -- I lived for almost 20 years 25 miles from the VA/WV line. That series was my first exposure to your work, and I've watched everything since. You were so respectful to the coal country people, I knew your were a good guy and genuinely interested in people and how they live. This series on Louisiana was the best! Thank you so much!

  • @tonyrobbins54
    @tonyrobbins54 Před měsícem +17

    One of the most honest and realistic representations of my city. Well done. Thank you.

  • @brendab19
    @brendab19 Před měsícem +1

    Wow! I learned so much about New Orleans in this video...stuff you never hear about or see. Christopher was an absolutely phenomenal tour guide and introduced us to some of the most interesting and big-hearted people in the city. What impressed me the most was Christopher's depth of knowledge about New Orleans. As someone who has lived a very transient life since I was born, I've never lived in a city long enough to get to know it this intimately. I hope you will take Christopher up on his offer to go back and allow him to guide you more in depth through other aspects of New Orleans culture. BRAVO!! My favorite episode ever!😊

  • @mcd5082
    @mcd5082 Před měsícem

    Ken is awesome! Thanks for sharing it was amazing to hear all the history and perspectives of the city.

  • @doniverdajuandoniverdajuan6162
    @doniverdajuandoniverdajuan6162 Před měsícem +31

    I hope you never stop posting on Saturday mornings definitely helps work go by faster with knowledge of something

  • @sum_girl5511
    @sum_girl5511 Před měsícem +16

    The first guy ken was amazing! I enjoyed hearing him talk

  • @MrsC122
    @MrsC122 Před měsícem +1

    Peter, your videos never disappoint. Thank you for the insight they give us. Thank you Christopher for sharing your New Orleans experiences and stories.

  • @flossycaines1270
    @flossycaines1270 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you Peter, another excellent video. Louisiana has really grabbed my attention and the people are something else!!! Looking forward to more! Take care and stay safe!

  • @ThreeMinutesAday
    @ThreeMinutesAday Před měsícem +25

    WOW!! Another great one, Peter!! Thank you for sharing culture and history that would not normally get the exposure deserved. Moral integrity and grace of a culture is alive! ALL ENCOMPASSING IN THESE GREAT UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!! WE ARE ALL ONE. THANK YOU PETER!! ❤😊

  • @juleswilliams1960
    @juleswilliams1960 Před měsícem +14

    I was down in the 9th ward after Katrina helping out with search and rescue. It was so sad to see all the devastation to the area. 😥 Ken was an awesome person to bring you around. He seems very knowledgeable about NOLA area, and yes, he would be a great neighbor!!!

  • @mokeeiswatching
    @mokeeiswatching Před měsícem +4

    17:48 This is the exact reason why we moved away from NOLA. My kids were born there. The weather is pretty good for about 9 months of the year. The remaining 3 months, the hurricane season, is just horrible and practically unlivable.

  • @jeltoninc.8542
    @jeltoninc.8542 Před měsícem +2

    Man, I love New Orleans.
    Spent many a fun time in my life roaming around that city getting into adventures.
    Great video Peter!!!

  • @elizabethwitt2621
    @elizabethwitt2621 Před měsícem +11

    Christopher was an awesome host. So knowledgeable. You could really feel his passion for New Orleans history and i think that's what i liked most about this one. He also had some very warm and welcoming friends. I can't say I'd want to travel to New Orleans after this video because it just seems unsafe to me, but I have immense respect for the people, for their strength, their hospitality and for their love of their city.
    I was completely immersed in this one, like all your other videos.
    Great job, Peter! 👏👏💪💪💯💯

  • @erikwade3668
    @erikwade3668 Před měsícem +16

    I'm really enjoying this episode! While active duty Coast Guard I served two tours in N'Awlins- in the 90's and again in the mid-00's- living on Short Street just off St. Charles and later just a few doors down from Cooter Brown's. I really fell in love with the place and the people. The old architecture, the music, the festivals, Mardi Gras are just what meets the eye and ear. There were also so many groovy little markets, restaurants, pubs, and music stores that it might take a lifetime to see it all.

    • @ejiofor8141
      @ejiofor8141 Před měsícem

      I used to run up St. Claude past the police station on Poland. Th Coast Guard was at the end of Poland, if I correctly recall.

    • @erikwade3668
      @erikwade3668 Před měsícem

      @@ejiofor8141 Yes, on the Industrial Canal. We also had a boat station on the lakefront, the 8th district offices on Poydras, the marine safety office on Canal, and the air station in Belle Chase. Units moved around and consolidated quite a bit as a result of their reorganization into DHS, though.

  • @IlyaFadin
    @IlyaFadin Před měsícem

    One of the videos I'm most looking forward to on CZcams. Thanks Peter!

  • @crowcrow1465
    @crowcrow1465 Před měsícem +1

    I live in Philly and absolutely love this down south series; I've been to a lot of these places and met a lot of the people alike. You're a true journalist that portrays the states and communities you go to in the absolute best way possible.
    And like others have said before I am sure that we appreciate the fact you interview and interact which every walk of life and rung on the financial ladder of this country (And every other your visit) to show how often or not we are all the same at heart and soul moving along with a simple will to survive however we all see fit and to be our Norm.

  • @LadyJFord
    @LadyJFord Před měsícem +19

    So many memories & flashbacks of NO in this video. Thank you. I've made many trips there due to family & still have some there. When Katrina happened, we ended up with 21 people in my home in TX & still had room. A couple of the family members relocated to Tx for a while but are now back in La., others went back as soon as they could (after a few months), but then, the elders ended up dying due to complications of the mold, and the aftermath effects. My heart still aches.
    I may be going back again soon and I appreciated the update to know what to expect. Safe travels. Love your podcasts.

  • @nolalove8909
    @nolalove8909 Před měsícem +35

    I am blown away! Without a doubt the most honest video I've seen on the city! Great job and Ken please come back and run for mayor❤

  • @axrat0815
    @axrat0815 Před 15 dny

    It is so great how you let the people speak. Don't interrupt them, don't ask question to lead in a specific direction. I am from Germany but lived in the US for a period of time. I love your videos! Keep on going. Thanks for your videos.

  • @stybarrow1
    @stybarrow1 Před měsícem

    Loved this episode ! You picked the perfect person to guide & narrate the tour thru NOLA, bravo.

  • @michele0317
    @michele0317 Před měsícem +36

    I live in Louisiana so I enjoy experiencing this thru your eyes.

  • @dearsirormadam20
    @dearsirormadam20 Před měsícem +31

    Probably some of the best, most well produced travel video series I've seen on CZcams.
    It was like watching a movie. Peter makes it so compelling ... You can't help but root for him. 👍👍👍

  • @danleyjessical
    @danleyjessical Před měsícem

    Thank you Christopher! This was great! Loved all of the locals especially the friend on the porch and the gentleman who owned the shop and educated us on "spy boys". Great video!

  • @paulette44martin
    @paulette44martin Před měsícem

    Your dedication to showing the real people and history past and present in all these areas well, I want to say thank you. Can’t get enough of you..

  • @FrankBrocato
    @FrankBrocato Před měsícem +12

    This video of you wandering New Orleans' streets brought back a flood of memories from my childhood in the 1950s. Back then, my father, a World War II veteran, was a student at Tulane. We lived in converted military barracks that eventually became part of the university campus.
    Watching you explore the French Quarter, especially, reminded me of shopping trips with my grandmother. She and my grandfather, both Italian immigrants, had grown up in NOLA. The sights and smells - fresh fish, crabs, shrimp, all so vibrant and delicious - took me right back to those days.
    Honestly, this video had me in tears. Thank you for capturing the real beauty and spirit of that amazing city, and for reminding me of so many wonderful memories. You will clearly know and love New Orleans the way I do after this tour.

    • @nayslayer2563
      @nayslayer2563 Před měsícem +1

      Are you related to the Brocato Ice Cream folks?

    • @FrankBrocato
      @FrankBrocato Před měsícem

      @@nayslayer2563 I think there may be some truth to that rumor.

  • @katiemcgraw3874
    @katiemcgraw3874 Před měsícem +13

    I love your series. My parents were from the South. Had and raised my sister and I in Pacific NW. I’ve been back in the South since 1976. I love it. The people are wonderful.

  • @marcschwarz6907
    @marcschwarz6907 Před měsícem

    Thanks so much for this! It's like education on so many levels. the moment that struck me the most was that the moment you guys talked in front of a store. It became themost sincere moment of the whole story. just wonderful how this kind of content changes the view on themes and people. love it. thanks so much for connecting us to these people and views.

  • @Haihails
    @Haihails Před měsícem +3

    Peter Santenello!! thanks for visiting our beautiful city of New Orleans! You should’ve hit up french quarter fest and showed the people how we really get down 😁 as always, I love watching your videos. KEEP EM COMING!!!

  • @Warwick-lt1mo
    @Warwick-lt1mo Před měsícem +24

    Thank you for showing us a slice of America 🇺🇸 some people might not see Peter, kind of bummed this Louisiana series is over but it was great, not sure where you’re going next but I’m ready, PLEASE KEEP EM COMING!!!!

  • @caseechan9235
    @caseechan9235 Před měsícem +19

    It’s a rainy day here in So California + it’s scary going outside so what a perfect way to spend my Saturday morning! Cup of coffee and Peter Santanello.

    • @Gwaycee
      @Gwaycee Před měsícem +2

      You planning to get out of CA? Scientists say it's doomed and just about to slide right beneath the Pacific.

    • @caseechan9235
      @caseechan9235 Před měsícem +2

      Yes! Born and raised here and it’s sadly not what it used to be. Just don’t know where to go. 😅

    • @Gwaycee
      @Gwaycee Před měsícem +1

      @@caseechan9235 I hear many Californians are moving to Arizona.

    • @ronvanhee
      @ronvanhee Před měsícem

      h3 fam!

  • @neilcambull4620
    @neilcambull4620 Před měsícem +1

    Spectacular editing from the best videography team on the mighty worldwide web. Thank U2 for your efforts to share this interesting country with all of US.