The Saints, the City, and Me

It’s the start of a new NFL season and what better way to kick it off than having two of our favourite credentialed Saint media members join us. John Hendrix and Ross Jackson jump on the mic with Mike and Dan to discuss their podcast Second and Saints, the excitement around rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler. and which of the new coaches will have the biggest impact on the team. They also mention...

In this episode, Mike and Dan are joined by G, a Utah-based Saints fan and gaming savant. G, the founder of the gaming podcast Chocobo Chasers, helps us review EA Sports College Football 25 as a seasoned gamer. We discuss what we like about the game and areas for improvement. G also shares the story of how Chocobo Chasers was formed with Erik and Dash. The conversation turns to G's experiences vis...

The Saints, the city, and Me are BACK! Welcome to the show the founder, the Guvnor (it will be on his letterhead) of NewOrleans. Football, Nick Underhill. Join us as we discuss Nicks journey from Erie Pennsylvania to New Orleans, via Massachusetts. Hear about Nicks inspiring drive , work ethic , expulsion from numerous schools, and his determination to just make it. If you want to hear about graft...

Mike and Dan are back after their most recent New Orleans adventure. They spent a week in New Orleans enjoying all the city and French Quarter Fest have to offer. Join us as we talk about music, food, and friendships. Hear about our time in the Vieux Carré, uptown dive bars, and attendance at the Pelicans Lakers game. There’s no guest in this episode, so it's just Dan and Mike reminiscing about an...

Introducing 'Neutral Grounds,' a new sub-series within 'The Saints, The City, and Me’ podcast where we delve into the world of football with some of the UK's most passionate fans. Join us as we explore their journey into the sport, their fandom and what drew them in to their team and their city In this inaugural episode we welcome Jets fan Matt Cullen. Matt talks about The JTT Cup, a charity fanta...

In this episode, Dan and Mike are joined by John Butler, the creator of "Life of a Saint." John shares the origins of his story, which began in New Jersey in 1987 when he chose the Saints as his team. He recounts his first interaction with a Saints player and discusses his current project, a book focused on the stories of the players from the Super Bowl-winning Saints team. John also shares his ex...

Mike and Dan catch up with their mate and host of the Dome Patrol podcast, James Baker, also known as @Jay_lefty. Listen to how James's aunt made a visit back home after moving to Louisiana, bringing with her a trove of Saints items that led to James becoming a fan as a child. We discuss that feeling of the first time you enter the dome, an epic road trip across America, and how Saints fans in the...

Mike and Dan are joined by their great friend @JoeyPlague. Joey shares with us how a kid from Scranton, PA became a Saints fan, and how it lead to bonding with his Mum about New Orleans. Hear about how Joey travelled for 3 hours to meet Dan in New York bar to watch a Saints game, despite having never met before. And multiple pilgrimages Joey has made to the City Trust us, when three Saints Block P...

Mike and Dan follow on from their episode with Brian, with the British WhoDat he showed around town, @Wh0DatNathan. Nathan shares with us his journey from high school Jazz band drummer, to his visit to New Orleans to see the Saints take on the Giants. We also talk about the offensive appointments made by the Saints, and the elusiveness of the “International Fan of the Year” competition. #whodat #S...

Dan and Mike are back, and this time they've brought along the King of Shenanigans himself, Brian Trusty, aka @BTrusty504ever! Get ready for a wild ride filled with Backstreet Boys, Mark Morrison, Mardi Gras, the secrets of where to pee and poop in New Orleans, and of course, some classic tunes from Alexander O'Neal. This episode is guaranteed to be a blast with one of their favorite guests yet, a...

On this episode of "The Saints, the City, and Me," we're delighted to have U.K. Saints fan Matt Parkinson, also known as @LLMTP, sharing his stories of southern charm, diverse musical preferences, and travel escapades with questionable decisions. Matt's journey into the vibrant city of New Orleans was spurred by his love for the Saints, acting as his gateway drug to the cultural allure that would...

On this episode of The Saints, the City, and Me, Mike and Dan are joined by their dear friends, Adam and Ryan from the Saints Block Party Podcast. We talk to with them about how they met, their earliest memories of being Saints fans, and how what was intended to be a one off podcast during COVID about the 2020 draft turned into a community of hundreds of people who now travel across the globe to m...

On this episode of The Saints, the City, and Me, Mike and Dan have the immeasurable pleasure of welcoming New Orleans legend Delvin Breaux to the podcast We talk to Delvin about coaching high school football, his time at the Saints and how he is taking steps to support mental heath for young men. Dan, wearing his no 40 jersey, also goes fan boy on Delvin too... Guest: https://www.instagram.com/bre...

On this episode of The Saints, the City, and Me, Mike and Dan are joined by Danish Saints fan Ulrik. Hear about how the roots of Ulrik’s fandom started in the 80’s with a new found love for the NFL. A team in black, playing in a dome with a Dane on the team too. Discover how Ulrik’s father helped develop his love for the city through his jazz band, Carlsberg Brass Band, and getting to share that l...

Mike and Dan engage in a conversation with American football coach and Sky Sports presenter, Jeff Reinebold. Explore Jeff's diverse career, delving into numerous intersections with the Saints and New Orleans. Discover Jeff's experiences in trying to recruit players like Chris Banjo and Tyrann Mathieu, and gain insights into the impact of honest coaching and recruitment strategies for young players...

Mike and Dan get together for a conversation with New Orleans content creator, and all round great guy, Jono Barnes. We discuss what is going wrong with the Saints and what we’d doing going forward. Listen to Jono share his story of how he starting creating content for us to enjoy, what sparked “This Shit More than a Game” and his time as a Team assistant with the Pelicans. We also touch on Jono’s...

A recap of an amazing trip in conjunction with FantasyGamedayApp. We all made it back in one piece from New Orleans, some with less cash and personal effects than others however nonetheless all beaming with excitement from a fantastic trip making some amazing memories. Hear about how Mike (Miggy) and Steven (AntMan) got their new nicknames, Aaron’s history with the city leading up to the game, and...

Join Dan and Mike as they recap their most recent visit to New Orleans through the eyes of the one and only, ScottishWhoDat, Charles Dunn. Listen to this love letter to the city from Charles as he experienced New Orleans in all her beautiful for the very first time just a week ago. To quote Charles, “Came for the Saints, left with the City” Guest: https://x.com/scottishwhodat Our social media Twit...

Mike absolutely Dan get together for a conversation with journalist and author Jeff Duncan. We discuss what the Saints are doing to get back to winning ways, including new leaders in the locker room. Hear about Jeff’s journey to the city, his love for New Orleans, and how he’s seen the international Saints community grow throughout his time covering the team. We also touch on Jeff’s publications,...

Dan and Mike chop it up with 28to3 podcast host, Corey Moll. Corey is a lifelong Saints fan with black and gold running through his veins! We unfortunately have to discus the current situation with the Saints, Dennis Allen, Pete Carmichael Jr, and Derek Carr. It’s the longest Saints on field section we’ve done to date, so that tells you something! Listen to Corey tell us about his beloved Pappy’s...

Dan and Mike welcome Paul Mitchell to the show. Paul is a football broadcaster and commentator for BBC Scotland, and one of the hosts of NFL Scotland podcast, The Stramash! We talk to Paul about the similarities of calling football games (round ball) compared to calling football games (prolate spheroid ball), and what insights he gained from talking with Mike Hoss. Hear about how 1980’s Armed Forc...

We had the privilege to sit down and talk with New Orleans resident, Jessica Huneycutt. Jessica is a yoga instructor, a movement and wellness specialist, and a two-time cancer survivor who has been involved in the NFL’s Critical Catch campaign, which takes place during October. Jessica shares with us her remarkable journey from Virgina to New Orleans, via San Francisco, Los Angeles and Philadelphi...

Dan and Mike are joined by diehard Spanish Saint fan Sergi from @WhoDatSpain. Hear about how a road trip across the southern United States, combined by a Saints Packers game in 2011, sparked Sergi’s dedicated fandom. Learn about the large community of Saints fans in Spain that Sergi is a integral part of, and the deep connection that they have made with each via the team. And Marmite on toast in L...

Dan and Mike are joined their friend, life long New Orleans enthusiast, Marc aka @Shelltoesoul. Listen to Marc, who, at the age of 9, was introduced to the Preservation Hall Jazz Band though a gig in the U.K, igniting his enduring passion for the city. Marc shares pivotal moments in his life spent in New Orleans, such as celebrating his 40th birthday, witnessing the Super Bowl victory in the Frenc...

Join Dan and Mike as that have a delightful conversation with talented New Orleans based artist Jay Frostt. Listen as they explore Jays love of the city’s dive bars, his unique, vibrant and inspired art, and his overwhelming love for our city. Also, hear Jay’s incredible marketing skills for the city, Urban South Brewery and NewOrleans. Football. Guest: https://x.com/jayfrosttx_ www.frosttvilleart...