The Sadvocate Podcast

Dave & Drew
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Comedy

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. 

  1. 5d ago

    Episode 41 - No more Number 5

    Send us Fan Mail 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-12 drainage construction, and Baton Rouge native NBA YoungBoy announcing plans to permanently move to South Korea. And because Louisiana never disappoints, there’s the story of two men accused of pretending to be police officers and stealing a dump truck at gunpoint — who apparently say the whole thing was just a prank. Plus, Dave and Drew open up the listener mailbag, including complaints about the podcast audio, demands for better food for guests, some love for a recent guest, and a warning that an old episode might need to disappear if Jayden Daniels ever comes on the show. It’s Baton Rouge news without the press releases — The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew. Text the show: 225-255-2480 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

  2. Aug 12

    Episode 40 - Ambre Devirgilio interview about Growth, Go-Karts & Local Politics

    Send us Fan Mail 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 tackles smart growth, 1,000-home subdivisions, campaign promises, unpopular political positions—and, naturally, go-karts. Then Dave & Drew get into listener texts and emails, including questions about Drew’s Justice of the Peace campaign, potential future guests, the latest Baton Rouge-area political drama, and whether Baker has been the same since the great haircutting controversy. Text the show: 225-255-2480 Listen to The Sadvocate Podcast with Dave & Drew on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com, and follow The Sadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

    Episode 40 - Ambre Devirgilio interview about Growth, Go-Karts & Local Politics

  3. Jul 29

    Episode 39 - No Mason Batts

    Send us Fan Mail 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. Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

  4. Jul 25

    Episode 38 - Justice of the Peace and the City of Baton Rouge

    Send us Fan Mail 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. Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

  5. Jul 23

    Episode 37 - New Orleans FAFO, Siegen Lane, and Kingfish

    Send us Fan Mail 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 request for the FBI to thoroughly investigate the grand jury responsible for her indictment. Finally, the Kingfish are back!  Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

  6. Jul 16

    Episode 36 - Court TV star and Criminal Defense Lawyer Franz Borghardt

    Send us Fan Mail 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. Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

    Episode 36 - Court TV star and Criminal Defense Lawyer Franz Borghardt

  7. Jul 10

    Episode 35 - Talking St. George, Livingston Parish, and New Orleans

    Send us Fan Mail 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 East Baton Rouge Parish government and the reaction to the Louisiana Department of Health ending certain condom-distribution contracts. Then, Dave and Drew respond to listener questions about Sadvocate tumblers, the AP meme guy, the long-awaited Adventures of Siegen Lane guest, Wade Evans’ next appearance, and whether conditions around Siegen Lane are beginning to improve.  Text your comments to 225-255-2480.  Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

  8. Jul 8

    Episode 34 - Mark Belgard from Ascension Parish Department of Memes

    Send us Fan Mail 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.  Listen & Connect: New episodes of The Sadvocate Podcast are released every week!  Listen: Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Follow: Follow TheSadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Join the Community: Join our Facebook group, "The Sadvocate Podcast". Contact Us: Text your comments, suggestions, or questions to 225-255-2480.

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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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  • Creator
    Dave & Drew
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Sadvocate Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Sadvocate Podcast

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