Windell Curole, a dedicated advocate for flood protection in southern Louisiana, shares his remarkable journey of defiance against federal regulations. He reveals how he took matters into his own hands after Hurricane Katrina, constructing levees taller and quicker than permitted. The conversation dives into the cultural identity of Cajun Country and the urgent environmental challenges faced by the community. Curole’s bold choices highlight the tension between local needs and bureaucratic obstacles in disaster management, making for a gripping discussion on resilience and preparedness.