Full Show 2/18/2026: Mardi Gras 2026 is in the books; now it's back to reality

On today's show, Newell gives a recap of the 2026 Carnival season. Then, Newell has on Gina Lorio, Executive Director of the Greater New Orleans Miracle League, to talk about the “Maestri Classic Weekend” sponsored by New Orleans & Company and UNO, Michael Hecht, President & CEO of GNO Inc., to talk about the passing of Dr. Norman Francis and more, Rebecca Conwell, President & CEO of the UNO Research & Technology Center, to talk about the Louisiana Future Energy Center coming to "The Beach" at UNO, and Walt Leger, New Orleans & Company President and CEO, to also talk about the “Maestri Classic Weekend” sponsored by New Orleans & Company and UNO, give a recap of Mardi Gras 2026, and talk about upcoming spring events and conventions.