Missions Bayou

Missions Bayou
Podcast Description
Missions Bayou – Presented by Comfy Stone spotlights the changemakers shaping New Orleans. Hosted by Josh Owen and Maya McGee, this podcast dives into the stories of community leaders, activists, and creative entrepreneurs driving real impact. Each episode highlights a local initiative or program, showcasing the work transforming the city. Whether you're passionate about New Orleans or looking for inspiration, Missions Bayou connects you to the people making a difference.
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The podcast emphasizes themes of community leadership, social activism, and entrepreneurship, with episodes spotlighting local initiatives like affordable childcare solutions, entrepreneurship events at Loyola University, and inclusive youth running programs. For example, one episode delves into the childcare crisis's economic impacts, while another discusses the innovation summit at New Orleans Entrepreneur Week.

Missions Bayou – Presented by Comfy Stone spotlights the changemakers shaping New Orleans. Hosted by Josh Owen and Maya McGee, this podcast dives into the stories of community leaders, activists, and creative entrepreneurs driving real impact. Each episode highlights a local initiative or program, showcasing the work transforming the city. Whether you’re passionate about New Orleans or looking for inspiration, Missions Bayou connects you to the people making a difference.
Alexis Marceaux is the Director of Community Programming for the Lafitte Greenway Partnership. We sit down with Alexis to explore how the Lafitte Greenway transformed from a post-Katrina grassroots vision into a vibrant 2.6-mile linear park connecting six New Orleans neighborhoods. Alexis shares how the Greenway’s programs, like the Supernova light and music festival, engage local communities and serve as a launching pad for emerging artists. We hear about the economic impact of the Greenway, how it’s attracting new businesses, and the powerful stories of residents reclaiming blighted spaces.
We also dive into Alexis’ passion for preserving Louisiana’s French heritage through music, her band’s mission to modernize Cajun songs, and how cultural preservation connects generations. Looking ahead, we discuss plans to complete the Greenway’s full 3.1-mile trail, expand green infrastructure to help manage stormwater, and plant 1,000 cypress trees to restore the area’s natural resilience. Join us as we celebrate the Greenway’s 10-year anniversary and its vital role as both a cultural and environmental asset for New Orleans.
Mission Bayou is presented by Comfy Stone, a New Orleans-based video production agency that helps organizations amplify their impact through mission-driven storytelling. From fundraising videos and social media content to full-scale podcast production, Comfy Stone makes it easy for organizations to share their stories in a way that resonates.
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