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Paul’s dad wanted to be a writer and it really never worked out for him. He always held writing in super high regard and instilled in Paul, even if he didn’t realize it at the time, a love and respect for a good story. His father’s passion rubbed off on Paul and he eventually started writing.
It’s really a workplace comedy. The workplace is the church and the workers are three priests. The film explores love and fear, life and death, spirituality and passion through the eyes of each character. Along the way, one of the priests makes a connection with a quirky woman who pushes him to better understand himself.
Paul sees a lot of puff being blown about religion and the idea that only certain people have special access to god. Danny Glover’s character instills the idea that what they do as priests takes work. It’s getting up every day and doing it. A deeper connection comes with that but it doesn’t just happen magically. Paul feel like this concept is true for creative endeavors as well. Writers block, an empty canvas, every successful creative person has systems for doing the work and being present when inspiration hits. Maybe spirituality and creativity aren’t really that different.
Ollie is a very real and present character who truly gets the spirit of religion and serving people. This scene is one of Paul’s favorite. Ollie is giving a Homily (sermon) on compassion. His main point is that the definition of compassion is “to suffer with”. This 3 minute scene gets at the heart of the story even though it doesn’t exactly fit most of the storyline.
Paul’s mom was a nun and his dad was a priest when they met. So the backbone of the story is based on them. It’s a story he’s wanted to tell for a long time. But then, in 2013, his father passed away. So the deeper personal elements of each character are a mix of Paul’s feelings about losing his dad, opinions on life, and everything else.
Directing a film is like popping up a hypothetical million-dollar business but you have to start before you know if you’ll have the million dollars. For Paul, it has to be a true project of passion to even consider directing a film.
The film is called Ms White Light and it’s about a woman who is able to connect with people who are about to die but are struggling to let go. Miss White Light (Roberta Colindraz) is able to connect profoundly with someone who’s dying but is incapable of normal day to day interactions. It deep and dark but also, a comedy.
The show was produced and edited by me Jeremy Goodrich.
The music is by my high school buddy Mark VInten. Mark and I lived together our second year in college. I painted my bedroom candy apple red had a water bed and listened to a lot of The Rolling Stones on the radio. Mark was most well known for looking exactly like Jim Morrison.
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Michael grow up in Fort Wayne, Indiana and used to watch Justin Wilson talk about Louisiana cooking on PBS. He’s loved the big flavors of the Big Easy ever since.
Michael moved to Bloomington in the 1960’s to study political science. The whole time he was in school, he was cooking. He spent time at The Office Lounge, The TOA, The New Age Deli, The Vienna Doghouse, The Gables, and lots of other places.
He finally decided to buy his own placer and start a diner. He modeled it after The Empire Diner in New York City and fashioned the cooking style after Paul Prudhomme.
When Michael started, there really wasn’t a whole lot as far as good cuisine. Even yogurt was seen as a left wing food. American food has come a long way since then.
It’s not something Michael does a lot. He lives in the county and generally doesn’t want to go out once he gets home.
When he does go out, he generally goes to places where he loves the chef like C3, Feast, Finchs, & NOCO. His buddy owns Mother Bears Pizza so that’s on his list too.
Keep it simple.
Hire smart.
Always have a group of trusted advisors.
Michael is 68 years old and he know that The Uptown will need new leadership soon. He’s hoping he can hand the operations down to one of his sons or create another plan that keeps it in the family.
The show was produced and edited by me Jeremy Goodrich.
The music is by my high school buddy Mark VInten. In high school, we played a lot of soccer together. I was the goalie and he was the sweeper. For anyone who understands that relationship, it makes total sense why we’re still friends 25 years later.
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Once you've decided to call New Orleans home, you need a Realtor. By now you know Chris Smith is the best. Check out his website www.ChrisSmithHomes.com. You'll find his contact information, plus descriptions about the neighborhoods of New Orleans.
If you reach out to Chris, please let him know you heard him on the Beyond Bourbon Street podcast.
For the perspective of three people who moved to New Orleans, be sure to go back and listen to episode 48 - Moving to New Orleans, Part I. You'll hear from Jennifer, Lara Beth, and Terry as they talk about their decisions along the way. It was a fun discussion and is a nice complement to this episode with Chris Smith.
If you want to research the walkability of a specific New Orleans neighborhood, check out www.walkscore.com. You can pinpoint a specific address or just start by entering New Orleans.
Thanks to Chris Smith for joining me on the podcast, and for helping us find the perfect New Orleans family home! Chris knows and loves New Orleans, and it shows. It was pleasure to share this episode with you all, and to catch up with a friend.
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In this episode Mark takes you on a tour of the historic Carrollton neighborhood.
If you were ever thinking about a move to New Orleans, a morning or two on the streets of Carrollton would about do it. Located just 5 miles from the French Quarter, Carrollton has a small town feel with plenty of charm, and is only a streetcar ride away.
We explore the food, the architecture, history and the music. Ever heard of the Black Pearl? Want the inside scoop on Jacques-Imo’s restaurant or the best place to take in a Rebirth Brass Band performance? You’ve come to the right place!
All this and more on episode #21 of Beyond Bourbon Street!
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