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David sits down with attorney, professor, and Loyola Advocacy Center Director Evan Bergeron to explore the twists, challenges, and growth that come with building a legal career. Evan shares insights from his early days in practice, his transition into teaching, and the work he now leads shaping the next generation of advocates. You’ll hear stories from law school, lessons learned in the courtroom, and how mindset shifts can shape a more meaningful career in law.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

🧠 Mindset shifts & early career challenges: lessons from the first years in practice

📚 Evan’s role at the Advocacy Center: teaching, mentoring, and developing advocates

🗣️ Skills learned in moot court: writing, argument, and real-world application

⚖️ Winston Bergeron law firm: practice focus, appellate work, and case strategy

🏛️Admission to the Supreme Court: Evan’s in-person swearing-in experience

🙌 Invitation to get involved: opportunities to support Loyola’s Advocacy Center

Loyola University New Orleans Advocacy Center: https://law.loyno.edu/centers/advocacy-center

Learn more about Winston Bergeron Law Firm: https://winstonbergeron.com

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In this episode, David welcomes Tony Albrecht to discuss his journey from practicing law to founding a successful LinkedIn ghostwriting agency, Contender. Tony shares stories from his unique legal career, how he transitioned to entrepreneurship, and the mindset shifts required to build a business. From courtroom chaos to creative freedom, Tony’s story proves that sometimes the biggest win comes from walking away.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

💼 From Law to LinkedIn: How a career pivot turned into a business opportunity

🧠 The Business Shift: Biggest lessons learned from entrepreneurship

🔥 Letting Go of Control: Learning to delegate, trust, and lead effectively

💬 Emotional Connection: Why authentic storytelling outperforms formulas on LinkedIn

🌟 Superpower: Connecting emotionally and taking bold leaps of faith

Connect with Contender:

Website: https://www.contendercreative.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/contendercreativellc

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When a truck carrying lab monkeys overturned near the Louisiana–Mississippi border, it set off a wave of fear, outrage, and speculation. In this episode of Overruled, David and Brad dig into the bizarre and unsettling story of the Tulane University research monkeys that escaped in late October 2025. They unpack the viral headlines, the ethical dilemmas of primate research, the local mother who shot one of the monkeys, and the ongoing debate over transparency in taxpayer-funded laboratories.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

💥 The truck crash and monkey escape
🔬 Lab secrecy and NIH funding
⚖️ The ethics of animal testing
👩‍👧 A mom’s controversial decision
🌪️ What this means for public safety

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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/

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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

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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/

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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

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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

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