Behind The Lens

A podcast by The Lens, New Orleans' first nonprofit investigative newsroom

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Behind The Lens episode 95: Save the date

Posted August 21, 202000:35:37

A Metairie wedding venue with a political connection. The People's DA Coalition unveils a new platform to reduce incarceration. And more.

Behind The Lens episode 94: Inhabited dwellings

Posted August 14, 202000:32:25

A parole hearing for the man serving life for stealing hedge clippers. Virtual school in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish. And fears of a looming wave...

Behind The Lens episode 93: The NOLA Music Special

Posted August 7, 202000:58:55

We can enjoy live streams all we want, and the performers do, too. But they need your support now, more than ever, as bars and other stages remain closed...

Behind The Lens episode 92: ‘Another man’s treasure’

Posted July 31, 202000:38:50

Protesters block access to courts and force City Hall to lock its doors in an anti-eviction demonstration. An appointment at the Mayor's Office raises...

Behind The Lens episode 91: Ripple effects

Posted July 24, 202000:35:47

The mayor of New Orleans announces new bar restrictions. Public schools won't open to students for in-class learning right away. And the long-time district...