Tom Aswell is an award-winning journalist, author, and publisher of Louisiana Voice. Tom has made a career of exposing white-collar crimes and Louisiana political corruption. In recent years, he has expanded his skills to 'armchair detective' in investigating homicide cases at the request of victims' families. He joins us today to discuss his latest book, Murder on the Teche: A True Story of Money and a Flawed Investigation, which explores through court documents the 2010 murder-for-hire plot of a New Iberia orthodontist. We also discuss, Louisiana's Rogue Sheriffs: A Culture of Corruption, which details the unique political powers and influence given to the sheriff, as well as Louisiana's colorful characters who have on many occasions have both mocked and abused the role.
