Dad of “Praline King” on the meaning of Father’s Day, parenting, and the special bond with his special needs child. Patrick Bode is a blue-collar guy from Metairie, La. Five years ago, he and his family started Pirogue Praline Company. Their take on the uniquely Louisiana sugary treat quickly got recognition locally and even thumbs-up from the likes of southern culinary giants like Paula Deen. The mission behind the company has been bigger than money or celebrity shout-outs. It was centered around a special needs child, the boy who became the “Praline King”. This is their story.

<p>Dad of “Praline King” on the meaning of Father’s Day, parenting, and the special bond with his special needs child. Patrick Bode is a blue-collar guy from Metairie, La. Five years ago, he and his family started Pirogue Praline Company. Their take on the uniquely Louisiana sugary treat quickly got recognition locally and even thumbs-up from the likes of southern culinary giants like Paula Deen. The mission behind the company has been bigger than money or celebrity shout-outs. It was centered around a special needs child, the boy who became the “Praline King”. This is their story.</p>

From hard hitting news to the quirky aspects of New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana, the Thanh Report takes an in-depth and intimate approach to the stories of the region. Through continually added content, veteran New Orleans journalist Thanh Truong gives listeners a unique perspective on one of the most interesting cities in the U.S.

<p>From hard hitting news to the quirky aspects of New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana, the Thanh Report takes an in-depth and intimate approach to the stories of the region. Through continually added content, veteran New Orleans journalist Thanh Truong gives listeners a unique perspective on one of the most interesting cities in the U.S.</p>

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