In this special episode, hosts Dan and Mike welcome their wives, Nicole and Karen, for a heartfelt and humorous conversation about life with die-hard NFL fans. Together, they explore the journey of navigating relationships steeped in Saints fandom—covering everything from game-day rituals and superstitions to the evolution of their roles as partners in football (and podcasting) life. The couples shares personal stories that span Christmas surprises, Saints tattoos, and celebrity run-ins, along w...
Jun 07, 2025•1 hr 44 min
In this episode, Mike and Dan are joined by James and Jason from the Dome Patrol Podcast for an insightful and entertaining discussion covering all things NFL — with a particular focus on the Saints and the experience of international fans. The conversation begins with the ongoing ticketing debacle surrounding the NFL London games, as the group shares their frustrations over soaring prices and the challenges faced by fans trying to attend. They highlight the need for more inclusive and transpare...
May 31, 2025•1 hr 28 min
In this episode, Daniel and Mike reconnect over life updates—from fan cave renovations to planning a Saints-themed bash—before diving into football. Dan shares his recent feature in Gridiron Magazine, spotlighting the strong UK Saints community. The conversation transitions to the NFL’s international marketing efforts and how the Saints are building a global fan base. They break down the team’s NFL Draft picks, exploring the front office’s strategy, draft board dynamics, and the critical role of...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 9 min
In this episode of 'Saints, City and Me', hosts Mike and Dan welcome John Hendrix, one of the Saints premier journalists, to discuss the recent changes in the Saints coaching staff, the impact of Derek Carr on the team, and the dynamics of free agency. John shares insights on the importance of player development and the significance of Louisiana ties in recruitment. He also reflects on the addition of Justin Reed and the potential of Chase Young in the new defensive scheme. The conversation shif...
Mar 14, 2025•53 min
This episode is for after dark, comes with a parental advisory warning, it has the E for a reason! Dan and Mike are joined by good friend, Erik Jaybird as they dive into all the latest buzz surrounding the New Orleans Saints, starting with the excitement around Kellen Moore taking over as coach. They break down what his arrival means for the team, Derek Carr’s future, and how the Saints might approach the upcoming NFL Draft. Along the way, they also shine a light on Louisiana’s deep football roo...
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr 46 min
In this episode of The Saints, the City, and Me, hosts Mike and Daniel are joined by Essex based Saints fan Charlie Levy to talk Saints football, and Charlies first trip to the City. The trio dives into the potential hire of Kellen Moore has Head Coach, discussing what it means for the team’s future, the importance of a strong coaching staff, and the critical need for solid draft picks. They also reflect on the Saints' quarterback situation and their cautious “optimism” about the season ahead. B...
Feb 01, 2025•1 hr 53 min
In this episode of The Saints, the City, and Me, hosts Dan and Mike are joined by Dan’s son, Dylan, to reminisce about their recent family trip to New Orleans. They discuss attending a Saints game and meetings players. Indulging in local cuisine like gumbo and Ruby Slipper’s White chocolate pancakes, and soaking in the city’s vibrant culture—from Mardi Gras world to Bayou St John, City Park and jazz music. A visit to the swamps, and a steam boat up the Mississippi. And Dyl’s attempts to get on t...
Jan 25, 2025•1 hr 33 min
In this episode, Dan and Mike catch up on life, football, and travel. They dive into the highs and lows of the Saints' season, sharing their thoughts on coaching changes, quarterback struggles, and what the team needs to turn things around. They also reflect on the importance of a proper coaching search and where the organization might go from here. Beyond football, they share some personal updates, including job changes, family milestones, and recent travel experiences. From a memorable trip to...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 28 min
On this episode of The Saints, the City, and Me we’re returning to the neutral grounds as we preview the Saints upcoming race to the bottom clash with the Carolina Panthers. We welcome Keg to the podcast to discuss the fixture, and his fandom. Keg, aka "The Panthers Magpie" shares his journey as a dedicated Panthers fan, highlighting his love for underdog teams, the thrill of NFC South rivalries, and the influence of star players like Cam Newton and Luke Kuechly on his fandom. His story takes li...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Dan and Mike vibe on a Friday evening with booze and spare time…. What could go wrong…
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 26 min
In this engaging conversation, Mike, Dan, and Martin discuss the current excitement around the New Orleans Saints, reflecting on the team's performance, fan experiences, and the cultural differences in sports fandom between the UK and the US. Martin shares his personal journey as a fan, the excitement surrounding the new offensive strategies, and the importance of community engagement. The discussion also touches on predictions for upcoming games and the unique role of players like Taysom Hill i...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 33 min
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 the support they receive from international fans and their love for New Orleans. The conversation co...
Sep 06, 2024•46 min
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 visiting New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl and other trips, as well as thoughts on the current state of th...
Jul 27, 2024•1 hr 56 min
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 and aspiration/inspiration, take a listen. We talk Saints, Spurs (Tottenham, not San Antonio) , and ...
Jun 14, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 33
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 another amazing trip to their favorite place on earth. #whodat #Saints #neworleans #neworleanssaints #...
Apr 26, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 32
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 fantasy football competition he founded which helps children diagnosed with brain tumours. Matt also shar...
Mar 30, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Season 1Ep. 31
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 experiences of talking with notable figures such as Pierre Thomas, Willie Road, Morton Anderson, Mike ...
Mar 23, 2024•1 hr 50 min•Season 1Ep. 30
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 U.K. can do more to establish themselves as a prominent U.K. fanbase! And what's up with marshmallo...
Mar 16, 2024•2 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 29
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 Party OG’s get together on a pod, lots of laughter will follow! We also talk about Free Agency, the C...
Mar 03, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 28
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 #Saints #neworleans #neworleanssaints #louisiana #nfl #nfluk Guest: https://x.com/Wh0DatNathan Our soc...
Feb 21, 2024•2 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 27
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 legendary meme incoming as well
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 26
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 have inevitably pulled him in. We dive into the wrap-up of the Saints' season, reflecting on Victory...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 25
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 meet up with each other! We also touch on the Saints restructuring Marshon Lattimore’s contract, and ...
Jan 06, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 24
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/breauxshow40 https://x.com/breauxshow24 Our social media Twitter: https://x.com/saintscityme Instagram:...
Dec 23, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 23
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 love through a first visit together. Lastly, hear the work Ulrik has done to build and grow the Saint...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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. Dive into Jeff's perspectives on punting trends in the NFL, including intriguing discussions with ...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 21
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 life growing up in the city, the impact of Katrina on his senior year, and where you can get some g...
Nov 29, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 20
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 the common theme of overwhelming emotions being in a city we all love, supporting our Saints. Guest...
Nov 24, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 19
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 Twitter: https://x.com/saintscityme Instagram: https://instagram.com/saintscityme Contact: SaintsCityMe@...
Nov 12, 2023•2 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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, Tales from the New Orleans Saints sideline, Payton and Brees, and his upcoming work with Steven Glea...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Season 1Ep. 17
