In the latest episode of Alabama Out Loud, host Aydan Conchin spotlights Tuscaloosa to turn up the volume on local voices. She's diving into the heart of the Druid City to explore how the community celebrates Valentine’s Day, from unique local traditions to the best ways to share the love in Sweet Home Alabama.

Whether it’s a local event, a cultural tradition or a story worth listening to, Alabama has no shortage of voices that deserve the spotlight. Alabama Out Loud is a new series with host Aydan Conchin that highlights events, culture and community voices from across the state — turning up the volume on what makes Sweet Home Alabama worth listening to. This episode explores Mardi Gras in Mobile.