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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 request for the FBI to thoroughly investigate the grand jury responsible for her indictment. Finally, the Kingfish are back!

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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 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.

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

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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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