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Super (Gumbo) Bowl Special

Members of St. Augustine High School’s Marching 100 take a break in between performances at Super Bowl 59 Opening Night on Monday February 3, 2025.
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Gulf States Newsroom
Members of St. Augustine High School’s Marching 100 take a break in between performances at Super Bowl 59 Opening Night on Monday February 3, 2025.

How the big game is impacting the Big Easy.

We’ll hear about some of the steps being taken to help keep people visiting New Orleans for the Super Bowl safe in light of the New Year’s Day attack on Bourbon Street. And we’ll also hear more about how the Super Bowl impacts the culture and the people who live and work in New Orleans — and about some of the players connected to the Gulf South you might see out on the field.

This episode is hosted by health equity reporter, Drew Hawkins, and produced by Stephan Bisaha. Our theme music is by DJ Supreme.

To get in touch with the team, email connect@gulfstatesnewsroom.org.

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In the wake of the New Year’s Day attack, local, state and national officials have solidified their plans to keep the city safe during the big game.

The historic predominantly-Black, all-boys Catholic high school in New Orleans helped kick off the weeklong celebration ahead of Super Bowl 59.

It’s a big difference from past Super Bowls in New Orleans, but fans say they appreciate it.