The CNN Original Series New Orleans: Soul of a City tells the story of a city’s resilience, history and tradition. Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, the city is louder and more resilient than ever. The four-part series explores how New Orleans is a city unlike any other and tells its roaring story through music, food, sports and, more importantly, how people rally together when it matters most.
The Food
Dive into Creole food—gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice— and its myths, history and influence.
The Music
Trace the origins and roots of the city’s musical legacy from Jazz to Rock n’ Roll to Bounce.
The Parade
Experience the steep history behind Mardi Gras and how the city keeps it alive and thriving.
The Stadium
See how the Superdome became a cornerstone of the city’s Hurricane Katrina recovery.
