About this episode
We're roadtripping through Acadiana--exploring Louisiana's Cajun heartland, where French-Acadian roots, gumbo and bayou rhythms simmer together into one of America's most distinctive cultures. Today, historian William Thibodeaux meets Dale Bordelon and me at the City of Rayne Cultural Center to talk about Louisiana's origins, Rayne's claim as Frog Capital of the World, market hunter Pie Champagne, the smells of gumbo in the air this time of year, the Rayne Frog Festival, why life south of I-10 feels different, cajun origins and pride, file gumbo, more. Visit the Legendary Brands That Make MOJO's Duck Season Somewhere Podcast Possible: MOJO Outdoors Alberta Professional Outfitters Society Benelli Shotguns Bow and Arrow Outdoors Ducks Unlimited Flash Back Decoys GetDucks.com Inukshuk Professional Dog Food Migra Ammunitions onX Maps Use code GetDucks25 to save 25% Sitka Gear SoundGear Use code GetDucks20 to save 25% Tom Beckbe USHuntList.com Like what you heard? Let us know! • Tap Subscribe so you never miss an episode. • Drop a rating—it's like a high-five in the duck blind. • Leave a quick comment: What hit home? What made you laugh? What hunt did it remind you of? • Share this episode with a buddy who lives for duck season. Want to partner? Have or know a story to share? Contact: Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com