On this episode of Timecode:NOLA, we celebrate the artists, musicians, publishers, and skateboarders who help define New Orleans’ creative culture. From the reopening of a beloved local restaurant to underground music, independent publishing, puppetry, and skateboarding, this episode highlights the people keeping the city’s artistic spirit alive after Hurricane Katrina.

Cold Open:

• Skateboard! (Perez)

Featured Interviews:

• Jeremy Johnson – Filmmaker Jeremy Johnson discusses documenting the return of one of New Orleans’ most beloved restaurants and preserving a piece of the city’s culture on film.
• Drew Stubbs – The founder of DNO Video talks about the origins of the project and documenting the artists and personalities that make New Orleans unique.
• Patrick Strange & Erik Kiesewetter – The creators of Constance Magazine discuss launching an independent arts publication in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and creating a platform for local artists.
• Miss Pussycat – The renowned puppeteer and artist gives a tour of her puppet collection while discussing her creative process and body of work.
• Quintron & the Drum Buddies – Quintron welcomes viewers to Drum Buddy Island and explains the handmade musical inventions that have become central to his performances.
• Eric Russell – Skate filmmaker Eric Russell discusses the evolution of skate videos, filming techniques, and the iconic use of the fisheye lens.

Featured Films:

• Yo Quiero Pancho’s (Jeremy Johnson) – A documentary chronicling the reopening of the legendary Pancho’s Buffet in 2009, four years after Hurricane Katrina destroyed the original restaurant. Includes an interview with filmmaker Jeremy Johnson.
• Jude and the Poboy (DNO Video / Drew Stubbs) – A short documentary following Jude on his quest for the perfect po-boy. Includes an interview with DNO Video creator Drew Stubbs.
• A Day in the Trife (Eric Russell & Todd Taylor) – A skateboarding film celebrating New Orleans skate culture, accompanied by an interview with Eric Russell discussing the craft and evolution of skate filmmaking.

Timecode was a television series dedicated to showcasing independent filmmakers, short films, documentaries, music videos, animation, and experimental work while giving creators a platform to discuss their process and projects. Our mission was simple: inspire people to make movies.

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