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New Orleans Public Television2018 Annual Report

We’re Local And EnlighteningIn 2018, the city of New Orleans celebrated its Tri-centennial. Throughout the year, many programs and projects marked the historic events that occurred over this 300 year time period. WLAE commemorated this occasion by partnering with the Archdiocese of New Orleans and producing three inspiring one-hour films entitled, Catholics in the Crescent City – The First 300 Years. The first installment featured the St. Louis Cathedral, the cornerstone of New Orleans. From the city’s earliest beginnings a Catholic Church has stood in the heart of French Quarter. Surviving hurricanes and floods…rising from the ashes of fires and disasters…this iconic church has stood the test of time. The second documentary film highlighted the beginnings of a city built by faith and covered the years 1718-1850. In the final film, the Catholic Church in New Orleans grew beyond the boundaries of central city and began to take shape with the help of bricks and mortals. From war, plagues and internal conflicts to a visit from Pope John Paul II and the creation of Saints of the gridiron, the Catholic Church thrived in faith, hope and life.

“Growing up in my Jewish New Orleans family, there is so much I had not known about local Catholic history, until seeing last night’s program. Thanks WLAE for sharing with me”. Barbara Spiegel WLAE Viewer

Presents

CatholiCs in the CresCent City

The First 300 Years

Historic St. Louis Cathedral

Members of the WLAE Tri-Centennial Committee at the premiere screening of

Catholics in the Crescent City

We’re Local And EducationalPublic Service is a noble calling and those individuals entrusted by the voters with a political office are given both a great honor and a tremendous responsibility. One such elected official who met every test of integrity and honesty is former Louisiana Lt. Governor Jimmy Fitzmorris. WLAE was thrilled to have been chosen to produce the documentary film Fitz! The Life and Political Legacy of Jimmy Fitzmorris. Before the TV debut, the film was premiered at a reception to local political dignitaries and civic leaders at the New Orleans Museum of Art with the 97 year old Jimmy Fitzmorris in attendance. Fitz even addressed the audience with a few words of wisdom. It was a special evening.

On May 7, 2018, the city of New Orleans inaugurated its first female Mayor. WLAE broadcast “live” the Latoya Cantrell ceremony and provided the television pool coverage of the prayer service from St. Louis Cathedral.

“I think that Jimmy Fitzmorris has uplifted the whole political system in Louisiana” Honorable Moon Landrieu Former Mayor of New Orleans

JEFF CROUERE & STAN GELPIPRODUCED BY TED OCHOAEDITED

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PAT MATTHEWSNARRATED BY © 2018 LAE PRODUCTIONS & WLAE-TV

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THE LIFE AND POLITICAL LEGACY OF JIMMY FITZMORRIS

JIM DOTSON & RON YAGEREXECUTIVE PRODUCERS JEFF CROUERE & PAT DENECHAUDCO-EXECUTIVE

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Joseph C. & Sue Ellen Canizaro PATRICK F. TAYLOR FOUNDATION

Louisiana Lt. Governor Jimmy Fitzmorris, Governor Edwin Edwards

and Attorney General Billy Guste

Executive Producers with Jimmy Fitzmorris at the premiere screeningof Fitz! at the New Orleans Museum

of Art

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We’re Local And EntertainingThe WLAE and Emmy Award winning travel series Go Coast: Louisiana was on the road once again in 2018. Series host Tom Gregory and crew spent time on the Louisiana bayou in St. Bernard Parish enjoying the food and festivals of this rich cultural region of the state.

WLAE continues to win awards for excellence in local production and programming. In 2018, WLAE earned a Telly Award for the documentary film, Leah Chase: The Queen of Creole Cuisine. WLAE was also honored by the Press Club of New Orleans with a first place award in the Best Planned Event category for the live Voice of the People Mayoral Debate.

“The WLAE GO Coast coverage of the rebirth of St. Bernard will shine a light on the cultural, economic and environmental resurgence of our area. That exposure will let the world know that St. Bernard is thriving and that the parish is a destination for visitors, businesses, and families looking live the good life in Louisiana.” Katie Tommaseo Director of Film & Tourism St. Bernard Parish Government

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WLAE partners with organizations and area businesses to produce quality local programmingHello Health – A bi-monthly, one-hour live call-in program and speaker series addressing health concerns, medical information and education.

Partner: Ochsner Hospital and Humana

Doctors of New Orleans – A bi-monthly, one-hour program with news feature stories about doctors and experts in the field of medicine, along with a live-call in segment.

Partner: New Orleans Living Magazine & Muro Media

Money Talks – A monthly, half-hour program that features area bankers and financial experts as they educate and inform viewers on money matters ranging from savings accounts and school loans to 401(k)s and home mortgages.

Partner: EM Productions

Affordable Housing Matters – A monthly, half–hour educational series that invites experts in the fields of real estate, banking, insurance, finance and community organizations to discuss home ownership and renting opportunities.

Partner: NOLA Lending Group, Louisiana Affordable Housing Management Association, Whitney Bank and The Willwoods Community

The Daily Mass – A daily 30-minute Mass on TV and the Internet for shut-ins, the sick and those in prison.

Partner: The Archdiocese of New Orleans

New Orleans Living – A bi-monthly series that highlights the good works of local non-profit organizations.

Partner: Muro Media & New Orleans Living Magazine

Ringside Politics - A weekly half-hour program that features interviews and discussion with politicians and community organizations.

Partner: WGSO 990 AM Radio

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Inside New Orleans Sports – A live weekly call-in program with local sports reporters discussing the hot topics from the Saints, Pelicans, LSU Tigers, Tulane Green Wave and high school athletic events.

Partner: WGSO 990 AM Radio

Go Coast: Louisiana – One of the top-rated programs produced by WLAE. The multiple Emmy award-winning series continues with new episodes featuring the culinary trail in St. Tammany Parish.

Partner: Louisiana Tourism Coastal Coalition

Primetime Sports – Radio personality Scott Alexander brings on guests from local and national sports scene to discuss the teams and games fans like to follow in this weekly one-hour program.

Partner: Local Businesses

Talk of Glory – Hosted by TV sports anchor Ken Berthelot, this weekly program spotlights the New Orleans Catholic League and its rich history of prep football over the past 50 years.

Partner: Local Businesses

The Spudcast – New Orleans actor and media personality John “Spud” McConnell uses his unique brand of humor for a weekly one-hour get-together of interesting locals from the business, civic and arts communities.

Partner: Local Businesses

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Thanks To Our Partners

The Willwoods CommunityLouisiana Public Broadcasting The Gayle and Tom Benson Charitable Foundation Ray Brandt Auto GroupJoe and Sue Ellen CanizaroFirst Bank and TrustNOLA Lending GroupFidelity BankHistoric New Orleans Collection Notre Dame HospiceSt. Anthony’s GardenDomino’s Pizza WGSO Radio The Clarion Herald Catholic Cemeteries AT&T Entergy The Archdiocese of New Orleans

The Smile Design Center Humana Catholic Journeys Mitch Crusto Foundation New Orleans Living Magazine The Catholic Cultural Heritage Center John Redmann, Attorney at Law Ochsner Louisiana Tourism Coastal Coalition Fr. Cedric Pisegna Muro Media The Catholic Foundation Catholic Community Radio Phyllis M. Taylor Foundation Iberia Bank Eric Asher Scott Alexander Ed Marshall St. Tammany Parish Tourist Commission

“2018 was a busy and exciting year for WLAE as we welcomed new underwriting partners and produced numerous local offerings including four outstanding documentary films following our mission to educate, inform and inspire the viewers of New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana” Ron Yager President WLAE-TV