Episode 118

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29th Sep 2025

"Such a New Orleans Thing to Happen" | New Orleans Ashley & Joel Style | The Articulate Coven

In this engaging conversation, Joel and Ashley navigate various themes, including health challenges, personal growth through reading, and the excitement surrounding upcoming events in New Orleans. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences in the city, discuss favorite places, dining recommendations, and cultural events, while also touching on the influence of pop culture and movies set in New Orleans. The conversation is filled with humor, insights, and a deep appreciation for the vibrant culture of the Crescent City.What's Next for the Articulate Coven?

All dates are for Patron availability, regular podcast apps & YouTube has the episode a day later.

October 5th: OTHER Favorite Vampire Literature

October 12th: Anne Rice Biographical Discussion

October 19th: Ranking Anne Rice's Vampires

October 26th: Talamasca: The Secret Order Episode 1 & 2


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Thank you to our Fledglings: Sharlien, Gaica, Amiee DiBrango, Heather Heise, Mel Rosina, Sarah Louise, Mimi, Holly Robertson, The Shermanator, Casey Forester, Natalie Perkins, GrumpyOldBob56, Tristan Floyd, Kristi Bartels, Mélissa Bouchard, Amber Dawn Jennings, Yali, Josephine, Claire Punke, Rose, Tammy Hawkridge, Timea Kolárovská and Courtney H.


Thank you to our Makers: Gabbi Necklen, Angela Stephenson, Mendi Raftery, Mandy Taylor, Judith Tigner, Dani Moreira, Derek Lord, Danielle Rupino, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Dorothy Johnson, Nicole Mazza, Periwinkle000, Karyn L., OnHerPeriods, Stephanie Deal, Aly Galloway, Kevin, ComixFan, Cortney, Gertzy Zee, Dani Dunziellas, Katen, Michelle Smith, Jessica Sargent, Lucia Grey, Patrick Garrone, Kimbra Quezergue. Kayla Anne Schneider, Toni Ann and Tamika T.


Thank you to Children of the Millenia: Catherine Thurmond, Loriann O'Malia, Donny Kanone, Jennifer Morgan, Jolee, Mandy B., Stephen Dean, Zach, Cassandra Silvia, Brat Prince Bran, Tanea, Natalie W, Jane Prust, Victoria Morrison and Samantha Bowlin.


and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward.


Chapters

00:00 Health and Medical Advice

02:57 Literary Escapism and Personal Favorites

06:44 Anticipation for Upcoming Shows

09:41 Community Engagement and Fan Reactions

12:45 Exploring New Orleans: Personal Experiences

18:34 Family Traditions and City Adventures

24:04 Living in New Orleans: A Personal Journey

27:05 Exploring New Orleans Neighborhoods

30:19 Culinary Adventures in the Quarter

35:21 Festivals and Free Events in New Orleans

38:35 Cultural Landmarks and Museums

42:39 Unique Attractions: The Museum of Death

49:15 New Orleans in Pop Culture

55:09 Looking Ahead: Future Episodes and Engagement

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The Articulate Coven: Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show
Unofficial Podcast & Community for Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, Mayfair Witches and Immortal Universe from AMC
The unofficial podcast and fan community for Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches, Anne Rice’s Talamasca & Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe as brought to you by AMC.

Anne Rice's Vampire Lestat and his Coven of the Articulate are some of the most loved vampires in literary history. This show covers the books, the films and the ongoing tv series from AMC, Anne and Christopher Rice that gives us a peak at their world. We’ll cover the Interview with the Vampire series starring Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid and from creator and show runner, Rolin Jones. We’ll also cover the Mayfair Witches series starring Alexandra Daddaro, Jack Huston, Tongaya Charisa and from the show runner and executive producer, Esta Spalding. As well as whatever other Anne Rice created properties AMC wants to produce in the future!

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Joel Sharpton

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FROM HIS BEGINNINGS IN SMALL-MARKET RADIO WHERE HE STARTED IN 2004, and hosted a weekday show on Retro Radio, the Peach 99.3, to his burgeoning podcast empire and production service, Pro Podcasting Services, and the 1000+ blog entries he's written in between, Joel's never had a problem getting his message across.

Now Owner/Chief Editing Officer of ProPodcastingServices.com Joel is helping podcasters, authors and more spread their messages and amplify their voices. Joel has had the opportunity to speak at several podcast conferences from coast to coast about producing, editing, and voice over work. He has also spoken at high schools and colleges with young entrepreneurs interested in these fields as well as small business lunch and learn events.

Father of four and the lucky husband of one, Joel loves discussing his kids and wife with anyone who will listen. With the family, he likes discussing Marvel Superheroes, great music and whatever the latest project is he's hatched in the studio.

An NBA fan since birth, an Apple user since 2008, blogger since 2003, and podcaster since 2012, Joel is an open book, mostly now in audio form.

Ashley Wright Ihler

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Ashley is a proud nerd, happy to be living in this timeline where she gets new Star Wars, Marvel, Game of Thrones, and Vampire Chronicles content all at the same time! This truly IS a magical place. When not snuggled under a comfy blanket with Maggie and Gomez (the goodest dogs in the world), Ashley can be found making merry with her awesome husband Brett at the Joint Theatre and Coffeehouse where she performs professionally with the Joint Venture and Improv Little Rock during weekly comedy improv shows. She also dabbles in stand up and would have a blog if she weren't such a procrastinator.