Unboxing Louisiana: What It's Like Living In Louisiana

Does everyone in Louisiana drink all the time?
Does everybody have each other’s back?
And does EVERYONE in Louisiana have a laissez faire attitude?

We’ll go over those tidbits, plus a whole lot more! So all yall grab a daiquiri and some crawdaddies, we’re going to unbox the state of Louisiana.

Aww. What’s going on here? Looks like they’re setting up crawfish traps. Yum. That means it must be spring time! Everyone in Louisiana loves springtime. The weather isn’t too muggy, there’s no hurricanes coming yet, and of course, it’s crawfish season.

They love their crawfish here. Just like they love nature and their culture.

But Louisiana is much more than swampy crawfish stew. It’s actually a REALLY super diverse state, with lots of tough folks and there’s some real issues, too. It’s kind of like a foreign country within the United States. In order to really get to know the state of Louisiana, we have to look at the whole state and explore each and every area.

This is Louisiana. Now as you can see there’s a lot of different regions in this state. In fact, this might be the most diverse state when it comes to region by region differences. First off, they don’t use counties here. They’re called parishes. And just about each parish has its own distinct culture, and way of life and even accent. If you moved here, you’d likely be a little overwhelmed with the differences from region to region.

We’re gonna begin up here in Northern Louisiana.

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[smspirate]

I moved from my 35 year residence in San Francisco to Baton Rouge in 2020. I love it here. In fact, I severed my CA ties in December to sink myself into this new home. Feels like this place deserves loving attention that I can provide, and offers far more human benefits than CA has ever thought of. Here, we live in nature. There, they try to conquer, control and especially own it. That's why the stats don't tell the story - if you're measuring money and status, you're in CA. If you're measuring happiness and peace, you're in Louisiana.

[kylievincent]

As a lake Charles Cajun, this was the first “review” of the culture and community that actually looked at the living culture and not just the party culture. Thank you.

[williamcross]

Sad how a state rich in history, culture, and natural resources is one of the poorest in the nation.

[dixiegeorge]

I grew up in St Tammeny Parish. When I moved north, nobody could understand a word I said 🤣

[ColeTrainPhenomenalcrew]

As a Louisiana resident who’s been living down here my whole life this was a great video. Thank you, I live in the southern part of Louisiana.

[shannonduplechain]

I am a 51 years old woman . I was born and raised in Louisiana. I live in Acadia Parish which is West of Lafayette Parish. My background is Creole which includes the combination of African and French.

[tywynn]

I'm from New Orleans but living out of state now. I love my home state and missed it so much, especially the food! Yes, we have lots of issues in the state but our culture and food is unmatched. We have the best food in the entire country and one of the best in the world!
No state can come close to our Cajun, Creole, and Southern style cooking. For a small state, our way of life, culture, food, and music influence the entire country. Including the Saints! I love my state! Geaux Saints and Geaux LSU!

[txgt]

Louisiana is a whole different frame of mind

[brianapriser]

As a Louisiana native I’ve been waiting for this one.

[amberhavok]

As someone born and raised in South Louisiana, Lafayette, and currently living in North Louisiana, just north of Shreveport, pretty spot on on how you get hit by culture shock. Even the food is different. Also thank you for pronouncing Lafayette right.

[nascarsam]

In Louisiana, you got the trio of Shreveport, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans which are all repeatedly on “Most Dangerous US Cities lists.”

[nollieheelaim]

Southern Louisiana is like a country of its own. I remember when I had the privilege of coming to Louisiana for the first time. The CULTURE oh the CULTURE, French, creole, Haitian, African, Vietnamese ! THE FOOD, some of the best in the world. Just amazing mash up of cultures where the people just get along, party together and live for live music. Man, if you can get a boat ride at the bottom of the boot in Louisiana, it is literally heaven on earth. One of the most beautiful places in this country hands down. Not to mention the people of Louisiana are tough as nails.

[butterbeanqueen]

Nothing is like Louisiana! One of the last melting pots of so many cultures. Left Louisiana went to NW Florida where my daughter was born. She went to school in Louisiana and said she met the friendliest people and she truly enjoyed it. She said she understands me better now. It’s something you can’t explain.

[jlh]

Nick Johnson has gotten the take on Louisiana 100% right. I lived in Louisiana for 50 years (1966-2016, ages 4-54). Most social commenters over-generalize the vast regional/cultural differences or simply get it wrong and/or out of context. This video is a great crash course on the many faces of Louisiana. Hats off to Nick Johnson and his team for putting together an informative and accurate video. 👍👍

[michaelburford]

As a Louisiana native, I’d say that this was a pretty good video. Although I would say you could have spent more time on southern Louisiana and I’m from the north part.

[glennmcgee]

Some of the best couple of years in my life were in Lafayette. Good friendly people, great food and a unique vibe I've never experienced elsewhere. Too bad the politicians ruined the film industry down there. I really loved being in movies.

[LeveyHere]

I love the Unboxing videos. So interesting.

[jeremygill]

This was very well done. Louisiana is one of my favorite states. The food and people are just awesome! Thank you!

[nickybramlet]

Moved to Scott Louisiana 7 months ago from Oklahoma! Was very overwhelming at first but everyone made me feel like I’m at home and now it’s my forever home. I absolutely love it here. #337

[terwinogatis]

Despite the hurricanes, homelessness, crimes all the negative things, LA is my second favorite state. It's a whole very different country than the rest of the 49.
love u LA ⚜🐊