The Big Bad Boot

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  Episode 53: The Truth About Voodoo. Separating Fact from Fear With Caleb 03.08.2026 41p

  This week, Caleb tells Kati the fascinating history of Voodoo and clears up some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding one of the world's most misunderstood religions. From its origins to its connection with Louisiana, they're separating fact from fiction in true Big Bad Boot fashion. 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=1 https://www.instagram.com/...
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  Episode 52: Justice Denied: The Murder of Deputy Oneal Moore 20.07.2026 44p

  In Episode 52, Kati tells Caleb the heartbreaking story of Deputy Oneal Moore, the first Black deputy sheriffs in Washington Parish, Louisiana. On the night of June 2, 1965, Deputy Moore and his partner were ambushed while on patrol. Deputy Moore was killed in what authorities have long recognized as a racially motivated attack during the height of the Civil Rights Movement. Although a suspect was identified, no one was ever convicted, leaving the case officially unsolved decades later. MER...
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  Episode 51: Caleb Says, "Louisiana Did That!" 06.07.2026 51p

  In Episode 51, Caleb takes Kati on a journey through some of the most incredible Louisianans you've probably never heard of. From America's first licensed pharmacist, to the dentist who helped make dental floss a household necessity, to the dentist who turned cotton candy into a worldwide phenomenon. Then, they wrap things up with the New Orleans boat builder whose invention helped make the Allied invasion of Europe possible during World War II. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checko...
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  Episode 50: Caleb & The Bayou Strangler 23.06.2026 57p

  Your favorite siblings are back with another doozy of a Louisiana true crime case. Ronald Dominique, aka “The Bayou Strangler," terrorized the Louisiana bayou and the suburbs of New Orleans from roughly 1997 to 2006. Join us as Caleb gives us all the gruesome details of his spree and eventual capture in 2006. 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=1 https...
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  Episode 49: Kati & The Legend of Jayne Mansfield (WE BACK) 08.06.2026 46p

  Buckle up. For real! Your favorite podcast siblings are back from maternity leave and coming in hot with a new Louisiana legend. In this episode, Kati tells the tragic tale of the life and death of Jayne Mansfield. Jayne was a Playboy bunny, award-winning actress, and Hollywood’s quintessential blonde. But she was also a genius with some very interesting friends. Learn how she met her untimely demise on a dark stretch of Louisiana highway. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checko...
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  BIG BAD MOMMA! 27.04.2026 1p

  WE WILL SEE YOU IN JULY! 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=1 https://www.instagram.com/kati_the_redhead/ Caleb: https://www.tiktok.com/@blaine4377?_t=8oqxCQ8t5T9&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/caleb.blaine/
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  Episode 48: Caleb & The “Other” Baton Rouge Serial Killer, Sean Vincent Gillis 13.04.2026 49p

  If you’re from Louisiana, you’ve most likely heard of Derrick Todd Lee who terrorized young women from Baton Rouge to Lafayette in the late 90’s. But did you know there was another serial killer operating in Baton Rouge at the same time? Join your favorite siblings as they unpack the horrific tale of Sean Vincent Gillis and his crimes. #louisiana #louisianatruecrime #batonrouge #derricktoddlee MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ Connect With the Siblings You Wish You ...
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  Episode 47: Kati & The Curious Case of Edna Lester 30.03.2026 53p

  Buckle up, buttercups. In this episode, Kati explores the cold case of Edna Lester. Decades have passed since the brutal slaying of a young New Orleans mother whose story was buried by silence. What really happened? Why can’t her family get any answers? This episode is supported in part by “After the Devil is Dead”, a new independent documentary focusing on Edna’s case. #Louisiana #truecrime #louisianatruecrime MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ Connect ...
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  Episode 46: Down the Road Special: Kati & The List Murders, Part Two 16.03.2026 39p

  This case is so crazy, it’s worth breaking the rules for! Join your favorite siblings on their first “Down the Road Episode”, as Kati tells you her favorite true crime case. This is Part One of the story of the infamous family annihilator, John List. 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=1 https://www.instagram.com/kati_the_redhead/ Caleb: https:/...
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  Episode 45: Down the Road Special: Kati & The List Murders, Part One 02.03.2026 47p

  This case is so crazy, it’s worth breaking the rules for! Join your favorite siblings on their first “Down the Road Episode”, as Kati tells you her favorite true crime case. This is Part One of the story of the infamous family annihilator, John List. 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=1 https://www.instagram.com/kati_the_redhead/ Caleb: https:/...
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  Episode 44: Kati & The Truth Behind “Dead Man Walking" Part 2 16.02.2026 43p

  What if you received a letter from an inmate on death row? Would you write back? That’s the choice that Sister Helen Prejean made… and it ultimately changed her life. In Part One of this two-part series, Kati tells you the real story behind the hit book and movie “Dead Man Walking”, which were inspired by real murders committed in Louisiana. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ Connect With the Siblings You Wish You Had Here: Kati: https://www.tiktok.com/@kati_...
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  Episode 43: Kati & The Truth Behind “Dead Man Walking" 02.02.2026 53p

  What if you received a letter from an inmate on death row? Would you write back? That’s the choice that Sister Helen Prejean made… and it ultimately changed her life. In Part One of this two-part series, Kati tells you the real story behind the hit book and movie “Dead Man Walking”, which were inspired by real murders committed in Louisiana. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ Connect With the Siblings You Wish You Had Here: Kati: https://www.tiktok.com/@kati_th...
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  Episode 42: Polite Outlaw: Eugene Bunch, the Gentleman Who Robbed Trains 19.01.2026 48p

  In this special live episode, Kati tells the curious true story of Eugene Bunch—a train-robbing outlaw with surprisingly strict manners. Driven by a midlife crisis, Eugene turned to robbing trains, but with one unusual rule: he only stole from men and never from women. Equal parts strange, darkly funny, and fascinating, this episode explores how a personal breaking point turned into a life of crime—and how even an outlaw can follow his own code of conduct. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-pod...
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  Episode 41: Kati & The Curious Case of Kate Townsend, NOLA’s Lady of the Night 05.01.2026 58p

  Put on your best frock or pantaloons and hop in the BBB Time Machine! Kati takes us back to 1800’s New Orleans with the tale of Kate Townsend, one of the city’s most infamous brothel owners. 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=1 https://www.instagram.com/kati_the_redhead/ Caleb: https://www.tiktok.com/@blaine4377?_t=8oqxCQ8t5T9&_r=1 https://www.in...
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  Episode 40: Caleb & The Legend of Papa Noel 22.12.2025 55p

  Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals! Caleb takes you on a journey of Cajun Christmas Culture with the tale of Papa Noël. He’s Santa Claus in Louisiana, known for delivering gifts via a pirogue that’s pulled by alligators instead of reindeer. Get some merch before the new year! https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ 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=8oqxAI2...
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  Episode 39: Echoes of an Unfinished Story: The Kathryn Simpson Interview, Part 2 08.12.2025 32p

  In Part 2 of this powerful two-part special, Caleb speaks with Kathryn Simpson, daughter of Kimberly Womack, whose 2008 homicide remains unsolved. Kathryn shares more insight on the questionable investigation, the unfamiliar world of politics and law enforcement, and how she’s using her mom’s legacy to help others. Her voice brings listeners into the heart of a family still searching for answers nearly two decades later. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ Connect Wit...
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  Episode 38: Echoes of an Unfinished Story: The Kathryn Simpson Interview, Part 1 25.11.2025 45p

  In Part 1 of this powerful two-part special, Caleb speaks with Kathryn Simpson, daughter of Kimberly Womack, whose 2008 homicide remains unsolved. Kathryn shares vivid memories of her mother, the day everything changed, and the early missteps that allowed the case to go cold. Her voice brings listeners into the heart of a family still searching for answers nearly two decades later. MERCH:https://the-big-bad-boot-podcast.checkoutstores.com/ Connect With the Siblings You Wish You Had Here: Ka...
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  Episode 37: Grunches, Munches, and Caleb’s Mystery Bombshell 10.11.2025 46p

  This week on The Big Bad Boot, Kati dives deep into one of Louisiana’s creepiest urban legends — The Grunch of New Orleans East. From eerie encounters to the dark folklore surrounding this elusive creature, she takes you on a wild ride through one of the state’s most chilling tales. Meanwhile, Caleb has been itching to drop a major announcement, and this episode is the moment you’ve all been waiting for. 👀 Tune in to hear the full story, the surprise, and of course… a whole lot of Boot chaos....
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  Episode 36: Kati and Louisiana’s Infamous Drive Thru Daiquiris 27.10.2025 52p

  Grab your straw and join Kati as she explores the origin of one of Louisiana’s most unique quirks, the drive thru daiquiri shop. You’ll laugh and learn about Davis Ervin, owner of “The Daiquiri Factory” - the state’s first establishment to serve frozen alcoholic beverages via a drive thru window. 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=1 https://www....
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  Episode 35: Kati & Madam CJ Walker, America’s First Female Self-Made Millionaire 13.10.2025 1ó 2p

  Join your favorite siblings as they explore the life and legacy of Louisiana’s own, Sarah Breedlove… aka Madame CJ Walker. Learn how this pioneer in women’s hair care went from working on a plantation in Delta, Louisiana to one of the country’s wealthiest entrepreneurs. 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=1 https://www.instagram.com/kati_the_redhead/ ...