Episode 33: Jean Lafitte: Swashbuckler,Smuggler, or America’s First Patriot?

In this episode, Caleb dives into the life and legend of Jean Lafitte — the pirate who somehow became America’s first patriot. From smuggling in the swamps to cutting deals with generals, Lafitte blurred the line between outlaw and hero. Was he a savior of New Orleans or just the best businessman on the bayou? Grab your rum, hoist your flag, and sail with us into the wild story of Louisiana’s most legendary pirate-patriot.MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/Connect With the Siblings You Wish You Had Here:Kati:https://www.tiktok.com/@kati_the_redhead?_t=8oqxAI2KWcs&_r=1https://www.instagram.com/kati_the_redhead/Caleb:https://www.tiktok.com/@blaine4377?_t=8oqxCQ8t5T9&_r=1https://www.instagram.com/caleb.blaine/