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From NOLA with the Forstalls

From NOLA with the Forstalls

di Jonathan Forstall

Lavoro Società e cultura

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When Your Child Chooses a Different Path: When to Push & When to Let Go

How do you know when to push your children, and when it’s time to step back and let them choose their own path? In this episode, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, Chip Forstall, for a candid conversation about parenting, independence, and the difficult balance between guiding your children and allowing them to make their own decisions. They share personal stories about career choices, nearly quitting gymnastics, learning from mistakes, and why happiness doesn’t always look the way a parent imagined it would. The conversation becomes especially personal as Chip reflects on never giving up on his son through a 20-year struggle with addiction and the relationship they have rebuilt today. Ultimately, Jonathan and Chip come back to a simple lesson: show up, listen, guide when you can, and continue being there, even when your child chooses a different path. Learn more about From NOLA with the Forstalls at https://from-nola.com/

Chef Lenora Chong: From Korea to Building a New Orleans Culinary Empire

Chef and entrepreneur Lenora Chong joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share her remarkable journey from Korea to becoming a driving force in New Orleans’ culinary scene. Arriving in America at just six years old, Lenora grew up surrounded by Korean traditions, Southern soul food, and a father who began teaching her professional cooking techniques at an early age. Lenora opens up about the businesses that failed before she found lasting success, the lessons those setbacks taught her, and how partnering with her son, Larry Morrow, helped turn their complementary talents into the growing Morrow Hospitality brand. She also discusses blending Korean and New Orleans flavors, preserving family traditions around the dinner table, and why food has always been about more than a meal, it’s a way to bring people together. Now, Lenora is using her success to give back through the Lenora Chong Foundation, supporting seniors, women, and young entrepreneurs throughout the community. It’s an inspiring conversation about family, resilience, entrepreneurship, culture, and finding success by continuing to move forward, even after failure.

Chats with Chip: Are You Pushing Your Kids Too Hard? Raising Kids with Standards

This week on Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall and his father, Chip Forstall, step away from the law for a candid conversation about fatherhood, parenting, discipline, and raising kids with standards. After raising three children of his own, Chip unexpectedly got a second chance at parenthood when he took in two of his grandchildren at just two and five years old. He shares what both experiences taught him about setting expectations, recognizing that every child is different, and knowing when to push your kids, and when to accept that their best may look different from someone else’s. Jonathan and Chip also talk about teaching responsibility, the importance of effort over grades, family dinners, communicating with your children, surviving the teenage years, and the unconditional love that means never giving up on your child—even through the hardest times. At the heart of the conversation is a simple idea: your job isn't to make your child someone they're not. It's to help them become the best version of who they are.

Kerry Seaton on Willie Mae’s, Katrina & America’s Best Fried Chicken

Kerry Seaton joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends to share the remarkable story behind Willie Mae’s Scotch House, the legendary New Orleans restaurant known for what’s been called “America’s Best Fried Chicken.” Kerry takes us from her childhood growing up around her grandmother Willie Mae’s kitchen to the moment Hurricane Katrina devastated the restaurant and a community came together to help rebuild it. With plans to attend law school, Kerry never expected to take over the family business, but ultimately found herself responsible for carrying forward a New Orleans institution and her grandmother’s legacy. She opens up about the pressure of taking the helm, staying true to the recipes and traditions that made Willie Mae’s famous, the importance of consistency, and what it takes to keep a multi-generational family business alive. It’s a story about much more than fried chicken. It’s about family, resilience, community, New Orleans culture, and preserving a legacy for the next generation.

Chats with Chip: Why Is My Personal Injury Case Taking So Long?

Why do some personal injury cases settle quickly while others take months, or even years? In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall to break down what can affect the timeline of a personal injury case. From determining fault and completing medical treatment to insurance negotiations, serious injuries, litigation and trial dates, Chip explains why every case moves differently, and why rushing to settle isn’t always in a client’s best interest. Drawing on more than 40 years of experience, Chip also shares why patience can matter when pursuing a claim, what can finally push an insurance company toward a settlement, and why the relationship between an attorney and client should ultimately come down to trust, communication and good advice. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why is my personal injury case taking so long?” this episode gives you a look at what may actually be happening behind the scenes.

Malik Mingo: From Katrina to Emmy-Nominated TV Host

Emmy-nominated Great Day Louisiana host Malik Mingo joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends for a candid conversation about his journey from New Orleans to Texas and back home again. Malik reflects on being displaced by Hurricane Katrina, growing up in San Antonio, finding his own identity, and eventually realizing that hard news wasn't the career he wanted. He shares how taking a chance, literally sliding into the DMs of Great Day Louisiana, helped lead him back to New Orleans and into the television career he had dreamed about since high school. Along the way, Malik talks about authenticity, gratitude, positive energy, and why going after your dreams is one of the best definitions of success.

Chats With Chip: What Chip's Learned from 45 Years of Negotiations

In this episode of Chats with Chip, Jonathan Forstall sits down with his father, veteran New Orleans attorney Chip Forstall, to talk about how insurance claims have changed over the course of Chip’s 45 years of experience. Chip explains why today’s adjusters often have less authority, why more cases end up in litigation, and what he believes is driving higher auto insurance rates. They also discuss claim denials, rising repair costs, and how modern vehicles have made even seemingly minor accidents more expensive. It’s an eye-opening conversation about insurance, legal claims, and what Louisiana drivers should understand before they ever need to file a claim.

Amanda Shaw: From Child Fiddle Prodigy to Louisiana Music Icon

Louisiana music favorite Amanda Shaw joins Jonathan Forstall on Local Legends for a conversation about growing up in Mandeville, picking up the violin at just four years old, and building a career rooted in Cajun music and New Orleans culture. Amanda reflects on performing at Jazz Fest since childhood, the pressures of working professionally as a teenager, and the importance of finding joy and community through music. She also shares the full-circle story of eventually working with producer Kent Wells, whose name she once read in the liner notes of her favorite Dolly Parton albums, and talks about her latest album, The Rhythm of My Roots, a celebration of the people, places, and sounds that have shaped her career.

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Chats with Chip: Can You Be Seriously Injured in a Minor Car Accident? Chip Forstall Explains the Truth About Low-Impact Crashes

Insurance companies often argue that if there isn't much damage to your vehicle, you couldn't have been seriously injured, but that's not how the human body works. In this episode of Chats with Chip, veteran New Orleans personal injury attorney Chip Forstall explains why so-called "minor impact" accidents can still result in significant injuries. Chip and Jonathan discuss how modern vehicles absorb impact differently than the human body, why every injury is unique, and the common tactics insurance companies use to reduce or deny legitimate claims. They also share practical advice on what to do after a low-impact crash to protect both your health and your legal rights.

Grace Gibson on Music, Movies, Hollywood & Finding Your Own Path

Grace Gibson joins Jonathan Forstall for an inspiring conversation about building a career on your own terms. Known as the "River Queen," Grace shares her journey through music, acting, filmmaking, and life in New Orleans, while reflecting on growing up with Emmy Award-winning parents, overcoming rejection in the entertainment industry, and discovering that true success comes from purpose, not fame. From studying abroad in France to earning her place in New Orleans' music scene, Grace opens up about resilience, creativity, family, and the lessons that have shaped her remarkable career. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or simply looking for inspiration, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Follow Grace Gibson on Instagram: @thegracegibson

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