From the LOVE NOLA TV studio on St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans, Mark Romig welcomes an unforgettable Episode 4 lineup that blends food, music, sports, and pure New Orleans culture.

On The Table (Sponsored by Blue Runner Foods): Local food and social media influencer Dr. Nicole Caridad (Eatin’ Path NOLA) shares Lent seafood picks, church fish fries, and standout Latin and Hispanic-owned restaurants, bakeries, and pop-ups across the city.

5 Minutes With: New Orleans songbird Robyn Barnes takes us inside her Grammy experience, talks Louisiana wins on music’s biggest night, and previews festival season, including French Quarter Fest and Jazz Fest.

Move The Chains (Sponsored by Crystal Hot Sauce): NOLA.com sports columnist and author Jeff Duncan breaks down Drew Brees’ first-ballot Hall of Fame moment, leadership lessons from the Payton-Brees era, and tips for Saints fans planning trips to Canton and Paris.

Featured Guest: The first family of Creole cuisine, Tracy Chase Griffin, Chef Dook Chase, and Chef Zoe Chase share Dooky Chase memories, the meaning of service, Holy Thursday green gumbo, Disney’s love letter to New Orleans through Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and what’s next with PBS and Goldbelly shipping nationwide.

Plus: This Week in New Orleans with April Dupre and a powerful Positively New Orleans reflection on volunteering and the strength of our nonprofit community.

Sponsors: Blue Runner Foods, Crystal Hot Sauce, New Orleans & Company, Visit the North Shore (and their podcast All The Waves).

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It’s our Mardi Gras Week episode from the LOVE NOLA TV studio on St. Charles Avenue at New Orleans & Company.

On the Table (presented by Blue Runner Foods): Food and social media influencer Brian Maurice of @EatingNOLA shares where to find standout king cakes, plus smart tips for parade route restaurants and what’s trending on the New Orleans dining scene.

5-Minutes With: Mardi Gras historian and publisher Arthur Hardy breaks down what’s different (and what never changes) about Carnival, the biggest myths visitors get wrong, and how to pace yourself for the marathon that is Mardi Gras weekend.

Move The Chains (presented by Crystal Hot Sauce): The voice of the New Orleans Saints on WWL, Mike Hoss, talks Drew Brees as a first-ballot Hall of Famer, what he saw in the Super Bowl, and why Saints fans are feeling optimistic heading into the season.

Featured Guest: Barry Kern, CEO of Kern Studios / Mardi Gras World, takes us inside the business, history, and global influence of Mardi Gras. From float innovation to how New Orleans inspires theme parks worldwide, plus a fun “Official New Orleans Questionnaire” you’ll want to play along with.

This Week in New Orleans: April Dupre runs through the stacked parade lineup, Valentine’s dining ideas, and where to eat and drink along the route.

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The Mark Romig Show is produced by LOVE NOLA TV, the official tourism and visitor information channel of New Orleans, seen in thousands of downtown hotel rooms and locally across all major digital platforms.

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Episode 2 of The Mark Romig Show delivers a true New Orleans power hour, blending sports history, food culture, and the stories that define our region.

Featured Guest:
Former New Orleans Saints kicker Garrett Hartley joins Mark to relive the iconic game-winning field goal that sent the Saints to Super Bowl XLIV, one of the most unforgettable moments in franchise and city history. And Garrett discusses the impact that Sean Peyton and Drew Brees had on him and franchise.

On The Table (Food & Drink) presented by Blue Runner Foods
New Orleans foodie and social media influencer Caitlin Minshew sits down to talk about her most memorable dish of 2025 and what’s shaping the current dining scene, from must-visit spots locals are buzzing about to pop-up in and around our neighborhoods.

Move The Chains (Sports):
Sports Director Juan Kincaid breaks down the Saints outlook, including rookie quarterback Tyler Shough, the defense finishing ranked #9 last season, free agency questions surrounding veterans like Cam Jordan, Taysom Hill, and Demario Davis, plus Super Bowl predictions.

5-Minutes With…
Dr. Nick Mueller shares the origin story of the National WWII Museum, recalling its early development alongside historian Stephen Ambrose, including a memorable conversation over a glass of sherry. He also reflects on the 50th anniversary of the University of New Orleans summer program in Innsbruck.

This Week in New Orleans:
April Dupre and Mark highlight what’s happening around the region.

Positively New Orleans:
Mark’s weekly editorial focuses on the New Orleans Saints and their ongoing economic and cultural impact on New Orleans and the region.

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The Mark Romig Show is produced by LOVE NOLA TV, the official tourism and visitor information channel of New Orleans, seen in thousands of downtown hotel rooms and locally across all major digital platforms.

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📍 Filmed in New Orleans, Louisiana

New episodes weekly.
For the love of New Orleans.

Welcome to the debut episode of The Mark Romig Show, a weekly podcast celebrating New Orleans and the people who shape its food, culture, sports, and spirit.

In our first episode presented by New Orleans & Company, Mark Romig sits down with legendary chef, restaurateur, and television icon Emeril Lagasse for a wide-ranging conversation about New Orleans, food, culture, and the passion that continues to drive his work. Emeril reflects on his journey, the role New Orleans has played in his life, and why this city remains one of the great food capitals of the world.

This episode also features:

• On The Table presented by Blue Runner Foods with food and restaurant journalist Ian McNulty, breaking down the newly announced James Beard Award nominations and what they mean for New Orleans restaurants and chefs.
• Move The Chains presented by Crystal Hot Sauce with WDSU Sports Director Fletcher Mackel, recapping the AFC and NFC Championship games and highlighting New Orleans and Louisiana connections to the upcoming Super Bowl.
• This Week in New Orleans with April Dupre, spotlighting festivals, entertainment, and events like Rockin' 1000 at the Caesars Superdome 1/31 and everything happening across the region right now.
• Mark closes the show with his weekly editorial, Positively New Orleans, a thoughtful reflection on the people and moments that make this city special.

Produced by LOVE NOLA TV, the official tourism and visitor information channel seen in thousands of downtown New Orleans hotel rooms, The Mark Romig Show delivers authentic conversations, local insight, and a deep love for New Orleans.

New episodes weekly.

For the love of New Orleans.

The Mark Romig Show is produced by LOVE NOLA TV, the official tourism and visitor information channel of New Orleans, seen in thousands of downtown hotel rooms and locally across all major digital platforms.

🎧 Subscribe to The Mark Romig Show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube
📺 Watch full episodes and clips on the LOVE NOLA TV YouTube channel
📍 Filmed in New Orleans, Louisiana

New episodes weekly.
For the love of New Orleans.