In this episode, we explore how rebels built the vermont republic. If the state of Vermont was a person, I feel like they'd be, you know, that quiet friend who knits you sweaters. Right, the one who drinks herbal tea and is in bed by nine. Exactly. But. What if you found out that same quiet friend used to be like a heavily armed rogue spy? A spy who overthrew governments. Right. And played superpowers against each other and sparked these bizarre real estate wars. It's just the ultimate historical paradox. I mean, we look at the Green Mountain State today and we see this serene, unchanging New England tranquility. Yeah, lots of maple syrup and fall foliage. Exactly. But the reality is that landscape was forged in absolute It was a rebellion and constant dramatic reinvention. Well, welcome to today's deep dive. Our mission today is to take you on a jo ...