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The Louisiana SPCA has been serving pets and people for over a century, and their impact goes far beyond adoptions. In this episode, David talks with Rebecca Nguyen to share how LASPCA provides affordable veterinary care, community outreach, rescue operations, and vital education programs across the state. From spay and neuter initiatives to low-cost clinics and adoption events, the LASPCA is on a mission to keep pets healthy, safe, and loved.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

🏥 Veterinary Care: Affordable services that keep pets healthy and in homes

🐶 Adoption Programs: How the adoption process works and who’s eligible

🌎 Community Outreach: Programs that serve local families and their pets

💉 Spay & Neuter: Preventing pet overpopulation and promoting animal wellness

🏡 Fur-Ever Homes Event: Helping pets find loving families and second chances

💖 How to Help: Donation, adoption, and outreach opportunities

Resources for this episode:

🐾 Donate, Adopt & Learn more:

Website: https://www.louisianaspca.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laspca/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laspca?lang=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelaspca/

Inaugural Operation Fur-Ever Home Pet Adoption Event:

https://www.scottvicknair.com/operationfureverhome/

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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In this episode, David sits down with Julie Frank and Vicki Johnson-Cain of Take Paws Rescue to discuss the growing challenges- and inspiring successes- of animal rescue work in Louisiana. They share what it takes to save, foster, and rehome hundreds of dogs each year while managing the emotional and financial demands of running a nonprofit. Discover how puppies like Dippin Dot have found their forever homes, and how you, too, can help transform the lives of countless pups waiting to be adopted.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

🚨 Rising Rescue Intakes: addressing Louisiana’s growing stray and surrender crisis

🐾 Take Paws Mission: the heart and history behind the organization

🏠 Fosters & Volunteers: how everyday people become lifesavers

💸 Adoption Process: what to expect and where the costs go

🎟️ Donations & Events: how the Big Bark Gala and fundraisers keep rescues running

📱 Community Engagement: using social media to spread awareness and save more dogs

Resources for this episode:

Learn more about Take Paws Rescue: https://www.takepawsrescue.org

Get Involved: https://www.takepawsrescue.org/get-involved

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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David goes behind the scenes with Metairie Humane VP Jami Hirstius, who shares the struggles and triumphs of animal rescue. Discover how this all-volunteer organization tackles daily emergencies and community needs, and why support matters now more than ever. Hear inspiring stories, learn about upcoming events, and find out how you can make a difference.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

💪 Behind the Scenes: daily operations powered entirely by volunteers

🏥 Adoption & Medical Care: how every pup gets the treatment and love they deserve

💔 Rescue Realities: hoarding cases, abuse, neglect, and the fight to save lives

👩‍⚕️ Vet Bills Soar: over $150,000 a year in medical costs

🐾 Forever Ours Program: unadoptable dogs get lifelong care and love

💖 Adopt, Volunteer, or Donate: everyone can be part of the solution

Get in Touch with Metairie Humane Shelter:

https://metairiehumaneshelter.secureserversites.net

Register for Operation Furever Home:

https://www.scottvicknair.com/operationfureverhome/

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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He started with one mixer, one freezer, and a dream, and now he’s redefining ice cream in New Orleans. In this episode, David sits down with Briggs Barrios, founder of Super Witch Ice Cream, a delicious company that has grown from hand-packing 700 pints a week to launching a new soft-serve shop in Old Metairie. We talk about growth, creativity, and the art of doing business with purpose while hopefully serving up a double scoop of inspiration.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

🍦 The art of perfecting flavor and texture

🏭 Behind the scenes of their Harahan production facility

🍪 Soft serve + cookies = their next big hit

🎯 Briggs’ approach to growth, leadership, and keeping it fun

Follow Super Witch Ice Cream:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superwitchicecream/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Super-Witch-Ice-Cream-Co

Super Witch Pint Drops: https://www.hotplate.com/superwitch

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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For the first time ever on Overruled, we’re excited to welcome back a guest for the second time, and it’s none other than Gene Gouaux. With his quick wit and sharp sarcasm, Gene is always one of our favorite people to spend time with, and we’re going to cover a wide range of topics involving New Orleans and Louisiana. And of course, no Gene episode would be complete without a little debate, like whether his son was really named after David.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

⚖️ Critical thinking in law: why it matters more than ever

🍹 Louisiana trivia showdown: Gene shows off his artistic skills

🌍 Travel + teaching abroad: shaping his perspective at home

👨‍👩‍👦 Family firm stories: three generations of Gouaux lawyers

📢 Gene’s (very) special message for Brad Scott

Gouaux Law Firm: https://www.gouauxlawfirm.com

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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After a lot of back and forth between the state and the New Orleans Saints, it appears that a new deal has been made to secure a long-term lease for the Caesars Superdome. If you aren’t completely up to date on these lease negotiations, we’re going to go through the history of this partnership and how these deals have evolved through the years.

What appears to be a simple renewal is actually a high-stakes standoff involving not just the dome, but also Benson Tower, the practice facility, and Champion Square. Learn how Tom Benson’s legacy of leveraging potential relocation to cities like San Antonio shaped the playbook that the Saints are still using. With billions in future Super Bowl revenue hanging in the balance, David and Brad break down why the Saints hold all the cards and what the state must do to keep the team—and the economic windfall—in New Orleans. It’s a mix of sports, law, and political drama that only Louisiana could serve up.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

0:00 – History of the Superdome

4:57 – Tom Benson’s negotiation

9:20 – Who has leverage?

14:11 – Super Bowl in 2031

18:49 – New stadiums

22:24 – When will we get a resolution?

Learn more about what’s going on: https://www.nola.com/news/business/saints-lease-new-orleans-superdome-louisiana-lsed/article_aa11a5fd-0f79-4ddd-b610-91a50c7208ae.html?utm_medium=notification&utm_source=pushly&utm_campaign=desktop_push

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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On this episode, we welcome longtime friend and marketing expert David Gravois, founder of Gravois Graphics (soon to be rebranded as Make Waves Marketing). David shares his journey from working in-house corporate marketing to taking the leap into entrepreneurship in 2020, right at the start of the pandemic. That timing turned out to be perfect, as businesses everywhere scrambled to get online and build a digital footprint.

David talks about the challenges of growing a creative business, the importance of branding and reputation, and how staying consistent with marketing separates thriving companies from stagnant ones. He also dives into how AI is changing the world, and what the future might hold for content, advertising, and even deepfakes. With plenty of laughs, Seinfeld references, and candid stories about wins and mistakes, this conversation is both entertaining and packed with insights for business owners, professionals, and creatives alike.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

📚 The mindset of constant learning as a superpower for entrepreneurs

🏷️ The make-or-break role of branding and reputation in landing bigger clients

🤖 Real-world ways AI is already reshaping marketing and the legal profession

🌊 David offers marketing tips and tricks

0:00 – Meet David (& His Favorite Seinfeld Episode)

12:07 – Rapid Fire Q&A

13:26 – How Brad & David use AI

27:08 – David’s Favorite Books

31:04 – Entrepreneurship: Lessons & Reverse-Engineering Goals

38:18 – David’s Rebrand Announcement

Visit Gravois Graphics: https://www.gravoisgraphics.com

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Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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Today, we’re excited to welcome Mike Morse, founder of Michigan’s largest personal injury firm and author of Fireproof, to talk about the lessons he’s learned from three decades of practice and leadership. Mike has become a mentor and friend to us, and we’re looking forward to going inside his incredibly successful business.

Growing a law firm from 25 employees to more than 240 without losing your culture is something every business owner strives for, and Mike will share how hiring a business coach transformed his approach. Plus, learn why culture and core values are the foundation of retention, and how growth creates opportunities for every team member, not just leadership.

From culture and client advocacy to lessons about insurance companies and managing mistakes, Mike’s insight will clearly help attorneys but will also benefit leaders and entrepreneurs in all professions.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

0:00 – Meet Mike

2:17 – The Work Culture

5:19 – Growth for everyone

8:09 – What motivates him

15:09 – Insurance companies & litigation

20:02 – Accepting mistakes in the business

24:08 – Rapid fire questions

About the Mike Morse Law Firm: https://www.855mikewins.com/

Get the Fireproof book: https://fireproofmyfirm.myshopify.com/products/fireproof-a-five-step-model-to-take-your-law-firm-from-unpredictable-to-wildly-profitable

Injured? Begin the process here:

Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers: https://www.scottvicknair.com/

Car Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/car-accident-lawyer/

Truck Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/truck-accident-lawyer/

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: https://www.scottvicknair.com/new-orleans/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/

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