Welcome back to The Italian American Stories Podcast for the final installment of our three-part series on the life and family of Esther Albano.

In this conclusion, we follow Esther as she seeks a fresh start. Leaving behind her past in New Orleans, she moves to California and marries Angelo Albano. For a time, life seems to be on the upswing.

However, tragedy strikes once more when Angelo mysteriously disappears, leaving Esther alone and desperate for answers. Suspecting foul play, Esther takes matters into her own hands and kills Joseph, Angelo's former business partner, who is believed to be involved in Angelo's disappearance.

Welcome back to The Italian American Stories Podcast for the second installment of our three-part series on the life and family of Esther Albano.

In this episode, we journey deeper into Esther's life. Her story takes a dramatic turn as she embarks on a new chapter, getting married. However, the joy of their union is soon overshadowed by a series of tragic events. The family is rocked when Esther's father-in-law commits a shocking crime, killing a man and casting a long shadow over them.

The nightmare continues one night when Esther's husband is brutally murdered in their bed. Struck in the head while lying beside Esther, his death raises many questions and suspicions. Was it Esther herself? A vengeful act in response to her father-in-law's crime? Or could he have been the final victim of the notorious Axman of New Orleans?

Join us as we try to unravel these mysterious events!

Welcome to the first episode of our special three-part series on The Italian American Stories Podcast where we delve into the captivating life and family history of Esther Albano.

In this opening episode, we set the stage in 1899 New Orleans, a time and place fraught with challenges and opportunities for Italian Americans. We begin with a harrowing historical backdrop, discussing the infamous lynching of 11 Italians in New Orleans, an event that sent shockwaves through the Italian American community. Additionally, we briefly touch on the chilling tale of the Axeman of New Orleans, hinting at its connection to our series.

Amidst this turmoil, we introduce Esther's parents, two determined immigrants who, in just four short years, transformed their American dream into reality by opening their very own grocery store. However, their journey was not without hardship. In February of 1899, tragedy struck when an intruder broke into their family home, marking a pivotal moment in their story.

Join us as we explore the resilience and spirit of Esther Albano’s family, setting the foundation for a narrative filled with strength, perseverance, and hope.