Over the last two years, during Krewe Of Oak events such as Mardi Gras and Midsummer Mardi Gras along with other festive occasions, Duke has provided an all-encompassing display of lights, lasers, projections, and other interactive visual effects perfect for a well-spirited dance floor and or party.
December 2018 Edition
Table of Contents
- Four Historic Trees
- The Battle With Street Mentality and Rap Success
- Power to the People: Standout Legal Services for New Orleans
- Yes, We’re Here: An Interview on Chained for Life
- Unashamed, Unembarrassed, and Here’s My Credit Card: Losing the Stigma of Sex and Sex Shops
- Giving Birth in New Orleans
- Legalizing Recreational Marijuana – Could NOLA’s Disadvantaged Communities Benefit?
- New Classic, Newly Restored: An Interview On Cane River
- Atchafalaya Rising
- And How the Boards will Link
- Duke Stewart, An Artist Of Multi Dimensions
- Tourette’s Syndrome, A Personal Account
- The Marijuana Economy – Good for Everyone?
- Gentrification and Tourism: Short Term Rentals in New Orleans
- A Look Ahead at Our December Edition
Tourette’s Syndrome, A Personal Account
Margaret Marley - Contributing Writer December 1, 2018Often a tic begins with what some call an obsession (hence Tourette’s Syndrome’s vague categorization as an obsessive-compulsive disorder), an unpleasant thought or image that lingers in one’s mind until they succumb to the compulsion to make tic. This alleviates the mental discomfort, but then others’ response to the tic often becomes the problem, causing sadness, stress, and anxiety causing further tics. It’s a vicious cycle.
The Marijuana Economy – Good for Everyone?
Jenn Bentley - Editor-in-Chief December 1, 2018Economics is always a tricky subject. When we’re talking about the economic implications of marijuana legalization, things get even trickier. There’s no doubt that states who have legalized marijuana are […]
Gentrification and Tourism: Short Term Rentals in New Orleans
Leigh Wright - Contributing Writer December 1, 2018In less than a decade Airbnb has changed everything on the rental landscape because of its easy interface and booking transactions.
A Look Ahead at Our December Edition
Bill Arceneaux - Lead Content Writer November 30, 2018Ranging from marijuana legalization to ableism to tragedy, Big Easy Magazine continues to cover eclectic topics and diverse voices, all of which can have a positive impact on this city and her residents.