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Louisiana's Playground

Louisiana's Playground

Written by: Visit Lake Charles
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 Louisiana’s Playground is a podcast about all there is to experience in Lake Charles. Join hosts Brady Renard and Jillian Corder as they share fresh perspectives from locals, businesses, and area experts about the best-kept secrets of Southwest Louisiana. This podcast will give you all the tools you need to build your own personal Lake Charles itinerary. Louisiana’s Playground explores what it means to be bold and outspoken, yet laid back and homey. Tune in bi-weekly for a taste of all Southwest Louisiana has to offer; from authentic Louisiana dishes, luxurious resorts and spas, perfect party locations for adult and group trips, and endless ways to play all day.

Live it up in Lake Charles and listen at visitlakecharles.org/podcast. Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • 89: Where Champions are Crowned

    89: Where Champions are Crowned
    Feb 11 2026

    Guest Eric Zartler, the Executive Director of Lake Charles Regional Sports Authority, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the impact of sports on the Southwest Louisiana economy and tourism. Over the next seven weeks, 10 championship events (ranging from Gymnastics and wrestling to baseball and basketball) will prove that Lake Charles is where champions are crowned.

    Find more information on where to eat, things to do, and events happening this weekend at VisitLakeCharles.org.

    Stop by t'Pot Noir Cajun Kitchen for a taste of Southwest Louisiana food just like grandma makes.

    Keep up with hosts Brady Renard on Twitter, @RenardSports and Jillian Corder on Facebook, @JillianCorderKPLC.

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    42 mins
  • 88: Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Iowa Chicken Run

    88: Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Iowa Chicken Run
    Jan 28 2026

    Guest Rodney Victorian, the captain of the Iowa Chicken Run, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the town’s old-school Mardi Gras tradition. From chasing down chickens and dancing in Iowa yards, to winding down and eating gumbo at the after-party, it’s a Mardi Gras celebration you won’t forget.

    Find more information on where to eat, things to do, and events happening this weekend at VisitLakeCharles.org.

    Stop by Augustine for an elevated French-inspired take on Southern cuisine, where you’ll find beautifully crafted cocktails and sophisticated flavors tucked away in a stunningly restored historic setting.

    Keep up with hosts Brady Renard on Twitter, @RenardSports and Jillian Corder on Facebook, @JillianCorderKPLC.

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    26 mins
  • SPECIAL EPISODE: Conferences, Planning and Partnerships

    SPECIAL EPISODE: Conferences, Planning and Partnerships
    Jan 21 2026

    Guest Tammy Grant, the President of the Louisiana chapter of the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing, joins host Brady and guest host Emily on a special episode Louisiana’s Playground to discuss why Lake Charles is the perfect place for your group to host its next conference, meeting or convention.

    Learn more about Visit Lake Charles’ Meeting Incentive Program at https://www.visitlakecharles.org/meetings/incentive-program and pick up our meeting planners guide at https://www.visitlakecharles.org/meetings/meeting-planners-guide.

    Find more information on where to eat, things to do, and events happening this weekend at VisitLakeCharles.org.

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    20 mins
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