The Sadvocate Podcast
A weekly show diving into south Louisiana politics, local culture, and the absurd headlines shaping our communities. Each episode blends candid conversations with guests and sharp commentary on the news you can’t ignore. Starring Dave Roppolo, writer at theSadvocate.com and Drew Murrell, Attorney and St. George Councilman.
Sadvocate Podcast Ep 46 Central Mayoral Candidate Lon Vicknair
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In Episode 46 of The Sadvocate, we sit down with Central Mayoral Candidate Lon Vicknair. This conversation explores Lon's 20-year career in the U.S. Navy, his experience navigating East Baton Rouge government as Chief of Staff to Mayor-President Sid Edwards, and his vision for the City of Central.
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WAFB investigative reporter Chris Nakamoto joins Dave Roppolo and Andrew Murrell for a conversation about chasing answers, holding public officials accountable, and covering Louisiana stories that practically write their own satire. From officials dodging microphones to the excuses reporters hear, we explore where investigative journalism meets The Sadvocate.
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LSU football takes center stage on this special sports edition of The Sadvocate Podcast! Dave Roppolo and Drew Murrell welcome Ron McDaniel to preview the Tigers’ upcoming season, discuss the Lane Kiffin era, and tackle the question every LSU fan is asking: How good can this team be?
From a rebuilt roster and transfer portal additions to Leavitt’s offense and a crowded receiver room, the guys explore the biggest questions heading into the season. What counts as success—nine wins, a playoff appearance, or an SEC championship? And how much patien...
Episode 43 - Adventures on Seigen Lane Interview
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In Episode 43 of The Sadvocate Podcast, Dave Roppolo and Andrew Murrell welcome the creator of Adventures of Seigen Lane, the popular Facebook page documenting the traffic, strange encounters, questionable driving, and everyday chaos found along one of Baton Rouge’s busiest roads, and why the page is misspelled.
The conversation covers the incident that inspired the page, its wildest submissions, Siegen Lane’s most content-rich intersections. They also consider whether the state’s multimillion-dollar Siegen Lane improvements could put the page out of business and whether Adventures of Sherwood Forest might be its...
Episode 42 - EBR Parish's Mason Batts
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Dave and Drew interview EBR Parish Wunderkind Mason Batts about his age, campaign win streak, and EBR Parish government.
Plus, Dave and Drew read your texts about Justice of the Peace, Dearman's and more.
It’s Baton Rouge news without the press releases — The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew.
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Episode 41 - No more Number 5
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Dave and Drew are back with another round of Baton Rouge news, politics, crime, and the stories that make you wonder what exactly is going on around here.
This week, the guys break down Jayden Daniels sending LSU a cease-and-desist over his jersey number, a BRPD sergeant working and driving on a suspended license, and the latest on St. George’s proposed part-time volunteer police force.
They also get into the races for mayor and police chief in Central, upcoming I...
Episode 40 - Ambre Devirgilio interview about Growth, Go-Karts & Local Politics
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Dave & Drew welcome Zachary City Councilwoman Ambre Devirgilio to Episode 40 of The Sadvocate Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about local government, politics, growth, development, and what really happens once you get inside City Hall.
Ambre talks about what she has learned during her first term on the Zachary City Council, what surprised her about local government, the issues Zachary residents are talking about behind the scenes, and whether developers should shoulder more of the costs associated with roads, drainage, utilities, and rapid residential growth.
The conversation also...
Episode 39 - No Mason Batts
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Dave and Drew talk about Mason Batts from Mayor Edwards office becoming the first no show on the Sadvocate, running for Justice of the Peace and alleged investigations into potential alleged indictments.
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Dave and Drew talk about Drew running for Justice of the Peace and the City of Baton Rouge Mayor versus the Metro Council versus the Parish Attorney office.
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Episode 37: Dave and Drew dive straight into the latest headlines, starting with the massive $19 million awarded to St. George for safety and traffic improvements on Siegen Lane. They also cover Boosie's quest for a $300,000 refund after a pardon effort fell through.
On the political front, the guys discuss the ongoing state corruption probe that led East Baton Rouge Metro Councilwoman Twahna Harris and former Councilwoman Chauna Banks to testify before a special grand jury. They also break down the dropped criminal charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and Representative Higgins's r...
Episode 36 - Court TV star and Criminal Defense Lawyer Franz Borghardt
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In Episode 36 of The Sadvocate Podcast, hosts Dave Roppolo (writer at the Sadvocate) and Drew Murrell (St. George Councilman and local attorney) sit down with special guest Franz Borghardt of the Borghardt Law Firm.
Franz shares his unique perspective from working as a public defender, prosecutor, and defense attorney. Franz talks Court TV and Nancy Grace.
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Dave and Drew are back for Episode 35 of The Sadvocate Podcast, breaking down the latest news, controversies, and unusual stories from across the Baton Rouge area.
This week, they discuss the debate surrounding St. George’s new street signs, the Denham Springs man convicted after $40,000 was discovered inside a wall, allegations involving a volunteer in the Governor Jeff Landry recall effort, and Baton Rouge becoming the first Louisiana city selected for Amazon drone delivery.
They also examine District Attorney Hillar Moore’s continuing fight for additional funding from...
Episode 34 - Mark Belgard from Ascension Parish Department of Memes
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In Episode 34 of The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew, Dave Roppolo and Drew Murrell welcome Mark Belgard, better known as the Ascension Parish Department of Memes. Mark talks about what really defines Ascension Parish, the jokes locals love and hate, the misconceptions Baton Rouge has about Ascension, and how his comedy page unexpectedly became a platform for helping local businesses.
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In Episode 33 of The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew, Dave Roppolo and Drew Murrell catch up on what’s happening around St. George and the Baton Rouge area. This week’s news includes the latest developments in the CATS corruption case, Louisiana DOTD’s plan to use AI for interstate traffic flow, new controversy involving Pastor Tony Spell, and the District Attorney should work for the EBR Parish Library.
Dave and Drew also respond to listener texts and comments, including questions about Central and Baker politics, the AP Meme Guy, Tony Spell...
Episode 32 - Central Mayor Wade Evans Returns
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Wade Evans, Mayor of the City of Central, joins Dave and Drew for his second visit to The Sadvocate Podcast. This episode covers the latest news out of Central, progress made over the last four years, the future of Main Street 2030, drainage improvements, the Sullivan widening project at Hooper, favorite Central restaurants, and the rumors only The Sadvocate would ask about.
Plus, listener texts bring the chaos with fighting for charity, Rev. Tony Spell, and library complaints.
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Episode 31 - WBRZ's Abigail Whitam Interview
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On this episode of The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew, Dave Roppolo and Drew Murrell welcome Abigail Whitam from WBRZ for a fun and candid conversation about life in television news, live reporting, strange Baton Rouge stories, unexpected assignments, and what it is really like covering the Capital Region every day.
The guys also break down local headlines, including ankle monitor violations, Baton Rouge crime stories, BRPD officers facing domestic abuse battery charges, and a former New Roads police officer speaking out after his arrest and resignation.
Plus, Dave...
Episode 30 - Guaranty Broadcasting Radio Personality Bri Lynn
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This week on The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew, we welcome BriLynn from Tiger 100.7 and Guaranty Media for a fun conversation about life in radio, country music, live broadcasting, celebrity interviews, working events, and balancing all of it with being a mom.
Dave and Drew ask BriLynn about hot mic moments, on-air mistakes, overplayed country songs, the artists she would choose during a Baton Rouge traffic jam, and whether fixing I-10 could spell the end of radio as we know it.
In the news segment, the guys break down...
Episode 29 - Louisiana Music Hall of Fame musician Chase Tyler
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This week, we are thrilled to welcome a local celebrity and Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductee, Chase Tyler of the Chase Tyler Band!
In this episode, we sit down with Chase to discuss his musical journey, including his biggest inspirations and his initial reaction to joining the ranks of legends like Louis Armstrong, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Fats Domino. Dave and Drew talk to Chase about getting expelled, pursuing music, his highest level of education, and the worst thing that has happened while he was on-stage.
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Episode 28 - St. George Library, State Fair, Conflict on the Metrocouncil, Ed Orgeron returns
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Dave and Drew tackle a packed news week, including:
Baton Rouge Metro Council Complaint: Analyzing the conflict of interest allegations involving the new parish attorney, John McLindon, and Councilwoman Laurie Adams' husband.City of St. George Updates: Discussing the potential for St. George to separate from the East Baton Rouge Parish library system, plus a look at what is next following the St. George school vote.LSU Football Coaching Staff: The return of Ed Orgeron to LSU as part of Lane Kiffin's staff.Louisiana Policy...Episode 27 - Keep Tigertown Beautiful's Jennifer Richardson
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Dave and Drew talk to the Queen of Clean Jennifer Richardson about Keep Tigertown Beautiful including but not limited to prostitution, stolen license plates, and a coroner's gurney.
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Dave and Drew are all over the place this week discussing Governor Landry's redistricting again for the first time, DOTD installs a "new" barrier in Walker, Alligator hunting goes recreational, Central to start towing for the Carolina Squat, and maybe ankle monitors are not that effective after all.
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Dave and Drew talk to United Cajun Navy's Brian Trascher about how the group got started, where they now go, and the invasion of Greenland.
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Dave and Drew discuss the new Governor Landry recall effort, Sharon Broome subpoena and lawyer, and Baker is banning barberships.
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Dave and Drew interview 19th Judicial District Court judicial candidate Jimmy Manasseh,
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Dave and Drew innovate the inspection sticker QR code debate, talk about schools, and Baltimore has built, destroyed, and rebuilt a bridge while we are still studying a new bridge.
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Dave and Drew interview candidate for 19th JDC Judge Justin Murphy Delaune. A hard hitting interview that discusses law enforcement, coaching kids' baseball, and the tuba.
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Dave and Drew interview Talk 107.3 Morning Show Host Brian Haldane.
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Dave and Drew interview former Baton Rouge Police Chief Pat Englade.
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Dave and Drew covering this week's news including BREC burning a park on purpose while other Parishes just burn, Food stamps no longer covering soft drinks and candy, cruise ship coming to Baton Rouge, the City of Central, and Baton Rouge sending back federal money.
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Dave and Drew talk to Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse about being a police officer, officer pay, donuts, and NIL deals for officers.
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Dave and Drew talk about an altered $300k check from EBR Parish School System, East Feliciana Parish Schools going to 4 days per week next year, one councilmember tries to remove another councilmember after an indictment, and the Parish Attorney's Office suing to quell free speech.
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Dave and Drew talk to the Queen of Clean Jennifer Richardson, the founder of Keep Tigertown Beautiful about trash, guns, drugs, and a dead body.
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Dave and Drew covering real fake news including Governor Landry allowing open carry of harpoons in Greenland, and it has been 0 days since the last CATS scandal but at least CATS is budgeting for these indictments.
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Mayor Yates talks about his background, from teaching to being a fireman, to becoming the first Mayor of St. George.
Also, Dave and Drew cover La AG Liz Murrill preventing king cake smuggling over state lines and how every politician in Louisiana is now running against Sen Bill Cassidy or to replace Rep. Julia Letlow.
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Dave and Drew cover a few real fake news stories, real news stories, and talk to Central Mayor and legendary surf enthusiast Wade Evans.
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Dave and Drew go Unfiltered and interview award-winning news reporter Kiran Chawla. We also talk about calling to report hands-free driving is a violation of the hands-free driving law and chem trails. Louisiana is also the "easiest" state for dating, whatever that means.
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Dave and Drew cover the most popular Sadvocate articles of 2025 including Brian Kelly, Lane Kiffin, and Governor Landry.
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Dave and Drew break down the week's biggest Sadvocate articles. This week EBR Family Court promises reforms as soon as all pending favors are resolved, After ICE hit NOLA and EBR agents request transfer to "something calmer" like Gaza, and EBR Schools to party with Sonic Drive-ins for school fights.
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