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On this week’s edition of Le Show, Harry brings us News of the Warm, News of the Godly, News of Smart World, The Apologies of the Week, News of the Atom, and great music celebrating love as we move toward Valentine’s Day.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the Krewe of Rex is celebrating an iconic milestone. And, we hear about the upcoming season for the Musaica Chamber Ensemble.

This week, Continuum.highlights three famous singers of the past performing early songs: Alfred Deller, Victoria De Los Angeles and Jan De Gaetani.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a Lake Charles musician’s journey to the Grammy Awards — for the third time. Then, we revisit a conversation about the exhibit “Making Mardi Gras,” which takes viewers behind the scenes of Carnival season.

New Orleans jazz clarinet queen Doreen Ketchens is beloved by locals and tourists alike. Rain or shine, Doreen’s magnetic performance draws crowds to the corner of Royal and St. Peter each weekend. Although now known for playing jazz, Doreen Ketchens trained as a classical clarinetist. She started improvising and busking with her husband Lawrence in 1987. He now plays sousaphone with her on Royal Street, along with daughter, Dorian, on drums. Doreen has risen from the street to national prominence, global touring, feature films and viral videos, but she remains rooted in New Orleans.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we revisit an idea for a solar power recovery system for New Orleans neighborhoods. Then, we learn why Baton Rouge’s two reform Jewish synagogues decided to unify.

Today on Louisiana Considered, the New Orleans City Council put mayoral power to the test by shutting down a recent executive order from Mayor Cantrell. We also hear an update on insurance reform from the latest state legislative session.

This Continuum program features English singer, lutenist, guitarist and composer Martin Best.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn more about the damage from the recent tornadoes that touched down in the New Orleans area. Then, we hear the latest on the investigation into the death of motorist Ronald Greene.

On this week's show, we explore backyards, balconies, and rooftops where folks are cultivating their own food. We begin with Big Okra. That’s the name that gardener Jack Sweeney has given to his over 15-foot okra plant towering over his New Orleans backyard. We visit Jack and the Okra Stalk on site – but what made it grow so tall? Was it the seeds that spawned this Guinness World Records-worthy plant? We hear from the man who gave him those seeds: Jack's dad Neil, a Baton Rouge attorney who keeps his own garden behind his office.Then, we speak with Tamar Haspel, author of To Boldly Grow. The new book chronicles Tamar and her husband's adventures as they adopt a more active approach to their diet – raising livestock, growing vegetables, and even hunting their own meat. Recounting tales of their successes and failures, Tamar fills the pages with practical tips and hard-won wisdom for those looking to cultivate their own food.Finally, we explore one of the South's favorite backyard crops – the mirliton – a local favorite that was on the verge of extinction at the start of the 21st century but is now making a comeback thanks largely to the efforts of Dr. Lance Hill. We hear from the good doctor before exploring the pronunciation of the iconic squash with David Hubbell.For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.