Joseph “Big T” Rogers Richard’s journey on Swamp People has been an unforgettable ride, but it all came to a halt when a life-changing infection ended his career. Deep in the heart of Louisiana’s swamps, home to over 2 million alligators, Swamp People offers a rare and wild look into the world of alligator hunting. Since its debut more than a decade ago, the show has followed the lives of fearless gator hunters in the Atchafalaya River Basin, showcasing their incredible skills and the extreme dangers they face in the swamp.