The Sadvocate Podcast

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. 

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 49 - State Rep Lauren Ventrella

    Send us Fan Mail Louisiana State Representative Lauren Ventrella joins Dave and Drew on The Sadvocate Podcast to talk about her journey from practicing law to the Legislature—and whether working at the Capitol means she’s still handling wrecks. We discuss her fight with Cox over internet service in Central, holding providers accountable, and the challenge of lowering insurance rates while protecting people with legitimate claims.  Plus, we explore legislative priorities she wants to bring back and life with goats, miniature donkeys, and a turtle. 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 49 - State Rep Lauren Ventrella

  2. Oct 1

    Episode 48 - Ted James

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 48 of The Sadvocate Podcast, hosts Dave Roppolo and Drew Murrell sit down with former state representative and mayoral candidate Ted James. James reflects on his experience in the Legislature and the Small Business Administration, and shares what he learned from voters during the 2024 Baton Rouge mayoral race.  The discussion covers his perspective on Mayor-President Sid Edwards' administration, strategies for bringing law enforcement leaders together to address public safety, and the challenge of finding bipartisan solutions for the city.  James also reveals what office he might run for next. 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 48 - Ted James

  3. Sep 24

    Episode 47 Louisiana State Representative Paul Sawyer

    Send us Fan Mail Dave and Drew welcome State Representative Paul Sawyer to Episode 47 of The Sadvocate Podcast for a conversation about one of the Capital Region’s biggest headaches: flooding. From the Comite River Diversion Canal to dredging the Amite River, the discussion explores what major flood-control projects could mean for homeowners, why they take so long, and how parishes can work together to reduce flood risk. Drawing on Sawyer’s experience with Congressman Garret Graves and the Amite River Basin Commission, the conversation covers project funding, government bureaucracy, and the challenges of turning plans into progress. 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 47 Louisiana State Representative Paul Sawyer

  4. Sep 21

    Episode 46 - Central Mayoral Candidate Lon Vicknair

    Send us Fan Mail 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.  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 46 - Central Mayoral Candidate Lon Vicknair

  5. Sep 10

    Episode 45 - WAFB Reporter Chris Nakamoto

    Send us Fan Mail 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. Follow The Sadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X, and join The Sadvocate Podcast Facebook group. Send comments, questions, and show suggestions 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. 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 45 - WAFB Reporter Chris Nakamoto

  6. Sep 2

    Episode 44 - LSU Sports Edition with Ron McDaniel

    Send us Fan Mail 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 patience will fans have once LSU faces Clemson? Plus, listener texts about Mason Batts, “Prime Time” Wade Evans, Dearman’s, and the Baton Rouge Loop debate. Listen to Episode 44 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and TheSadvocate.com. Send your questions, comments, and hot takes 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.

  7. Aug 26

    Episode 43 - Adventures on Seigen Lane Interview

    Send us Fan Mail 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 eventual successor. Dave and Andrew then discuss the week’s local and regional headlines, including the controversy involving BREC, Louisiana’s proposed SpaceX launch site, a new SEC roster rule, increased interest in BRPD jobs, developments involving East Baton Rouge Parish councilmembers Darryl Hurst and Cleve Dunn, and other stories making news around Baton Rouge. Plus, the hosts respond to listener texts and questions. Follow The Sadvocate on Facebook, Instagram, and X, and join The Sadvocate Podcast Facebook group. Send comments, questions, and show suggestions 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. Aug 21

    Episode 42 - EBR Parish's Mason Batts

    Send us Fan Mail 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. 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.  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 42 - EBR Parish's Mason Batts
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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
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Sadvocate Podcast
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    The Sadvocate Podcast

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