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What’s New In The Lou with Alexis Zotos
Welcome to What’s New in the Lou with Alexis Zotos, your go-to guide for what’s fresh, fun, and happening around St. Louis. A weekly interview style show featuring the people and events that make St. Louis special.
What’s New In The Lou with Alexis Zotos
Episode 27: Beads, Bands & Big Crowds - Inside St. Louis Mardi Gras
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St. Louis knows how to throw a party and Mardi Gras is the proof. In this episode, we sit down with Mack Bradley, President of the Mardi Gras Foundation, to take you behind the scenes of one of the city’s biggest and most iconic celebrations.
We talk about how St. Louis Mardi Gras began, the wildest moments Mack has witnessed over the years, and yes, how they actually measure the massive crowds that take over Soulard. Mack also breaks down everything you need on your calendar for Mardi Gras season, from parades and parties to can’t-miss traditions that keep locals coming back year after year.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned bead collector, this episode gets you ready to celebrate like a pro.
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This episode is presented by Kaldi's Coffee.