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The Sadvocate Podcast

The Sadvocate Podcast

By: Dave & Drew
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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.

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  • Sadvocate Podcast Ep 33 Library, Cleve Dunn, CATS, Bologna
    Jul 2 2026

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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 updates, and the great breakfast cereal debate: Fruity Pebbles or Cocoa Pebbles?

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    42 mins
  • Episode 32 - Central Mayor Wade Evans Returns
    Jun 26 2026

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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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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Episode 31 - WBRZ's Abigail Whitam Interview
    Jun 11 2026

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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 and Drew read listener texts about Bri Lynn’s appearance, St. George staying in the news, Siegen Lane, Baker, and more.

    New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew are released every Wednesday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
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