Behind The Lens

Recent Episodes

The Section G Podcast episode 2: 'Speedy is his name'

Posted March 5, 2020 • 00:22:08

In this episode, we look at Frank Shea’s career, some of its historical context, and talk with a man who watched Shea operate for over 20 years, became...

Behind The Lens episode 70: Change for the bus?

Posted February 28, 2020 • 00:23:50

The Convention Center's revenue sharing proposal for RTA, Kennedy HS seniors on track for graduation and a local look at higher education all feature...

The Section G Podcast episode 1: Erin Hunter

Posted February 26, 2020 • 00:08:45

A series on the life and career of controversial New Orleans Judge Frank Shea during the rise of mass incarceration.

Behind The Lens episode 69: Lines of sight

Posted February 21, 2020 • 00:21:19

Who's paying for a 90-camera installation in the CBD? Also, standardized exams are voided at several city schools. And, The Lens wins thousands in attorney's...

Behind The Lens episode 68: ‘Standardized and systematized'

Posted February 14, 2020 • 00:30:36

New recordkeeping standards for New Orleans high schools, the “responsible bidders ordinance," and a word of warning from planners in the face of...