Matt Bloom
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646 appearances
98 recordings
1 series
first heard Jan 2025
last heard 22 Aug
Matt Bloom’s voice in public audio — every appearance, attributed to the second.
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Mardi Gras typically produces more than 2 million pounds of waste, but organizers hope the weed bans can start to help cut down on that. For NPR News, I'm Matt Bloom in New Orleans.
In the French Quarter, street performers are out in full force. They're entertaining fans who've packed the streets wearing their team's colors. Danae Moreno is visiting from Philadelphia.
The city has rolled out the welcome mat. There will be dozens of free concerts and a Louisiana culture festival with Creole and Cajun food, local artists, and more. This year marks the 11th time New Orleans has hosted the big game, which ties the city with Miami for the most times hosting the NFL championship. For NPR News, I'm Matt Bloom in New Orleans.
Attorney General Liz Merle says her review of last week's attack will look at, quote, patterns and conduct within the New Orleans Police Department and City Hall. Merle says security changes are needed.
City leaders have faced criticism for the lack of protective barriers around Bourbon Street on New Year's Eve. Temporary barriers have since been installed. And this week, President Biden granted a request from city officials to provide additional federal resources for Mardi Gras season security. For NPR News, I'm Matt Bloom in New Orleans.
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