In Episode 12 of The Mark Romig Show, we bring you a powerful look at what makes New Orleans one of the most unique and resilient cities in the world.

Our Featured Guest, Walt Leger III, President & CEO of New Orleans & Company, shares how New Orleans competes on a global stage, the evolution of tourism, and why visitors continue to fall in love with the city. From major events to neighborhood experiences, Walt breaks down the strategy behind New Orleans’ success.

We also preview French Quarter Festival with Emily Madero and Troy Sawyer, highlighting one of the largest free music festivals in the country, featuring 300+ performances and incredible local food.

On On The Table (presented by Blue Runner Foods), Chef Charlie Pierre of Fritai shares the story behind his modern Haitian cuisine and the deep cultural ties between Haiti and New Orleans.

In Move The Chains, Ross Jackson of Locked On Saints breaks down the Saints’ draft strategy, key offseason moves, and what fans should expect this season.

Plus, Positively New Orleans highlights NASA’s Artemis II mission and the critical role New Orleans plays in the future of space exploration through the Michoud Assembly Facility.

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This week on The Mark Romig Show, we welcome New Orleans Saints safety Justin Reid, who shares what it means to return home to Louisiana, bring a championship mindset to the Saints, and play in front of the city that raised him.

We also sit down with the family behind Deanie’s Seafood, one of New Orleans’ most iconic restaurants, to talk about tradition, fresh Gulf seafood, and what keeps locals and visitors coming back for generations.

Plus, Jim Cook, President & CEO of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, joins us to discuss the future of tourism, major developments like the Omni Headquarters Hotel, and the role conventions play in driving the city’s economy.

From sports and food to business and culture, this episode highlights what makes New Orleans truly special.

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.

This week on The Mark Romig Show, we bring together some of the voices and stories shaping New Orleans right now, from the Pelicans broadcast booth to major events transforming the city’s future.

Mark sits down with New Orleans Pelicans broadcasters Antonio Daniels and Joel Meyers for a conversation that goes far beyond basketball. From their 25-year friendship to their on-air chemistry, they share what makes New Orleans different from every other NBA city. We also dive into the Pelicans’ future, what fans should expect, and why building a championship team takes time.

In Move The Chains, Jay Cicero, President & CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, joins the show to talk about the incredible momentum in New Orleans sports. From the X Games and HONDO Rodeo Fest to the ongoing push for another Super Bowl, Jay explains why New Orleans continues to lead as one of the top host cities in the world.

In 5-Minutes With, James Trawick gives us a preview of the HONDO Rodeo Fest coming to the Caesars Superdome, a unique combination of elite rodeo competition and major concert performances.

On On The Table presented by Blue Runner, Becker Hall of Hogs for the Cause shares the powerful story behind one of New Orleans’ most meaningful festivals. What started as a backyard barbecue has grown into a nationally recognized event raising millions for families battling pediatric brain cancer.

We also take a look at what’s happening around the city in This Week in New Orleans with April Dupre, and close the show with Positively New Orleans, reflecting on the city’s deep-rooted traditions of faith, culture, and community.

🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW

The Mark Romig Show is a weekly podcast celebrating the people, culture, food, music, and stories that make New Orleans unlike anywhere else.

🤝 SPONSORS

This episode is made possible by:
Blue Runner Foods
New Orleans & Company
All The Waves, the podcast from Visit The Northshore

🎥 PRODUCTION CREW

Host: Mark Romig
Executive Producers: Glenn Haggerty, Keith Haggerty
Producer & Editor: Kal Landry
Crew: Chef “Pooch” Rivera, Freddy “The Reporter” Quinn

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Follow The Mark Romig Show on your favorite podcast platform and stay connected to everything 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.