Topic: Covenant School

2 chapters across the catalog

Heavy Tail
Episode 1667 22:45 - 24:58

1667: Heavy Tail

Covenant School Shooting, Audrey Hale Journal Revelations

The Tennessee Star published excerpts from the journal of Covenant School shooter Audrey Hale, revealing complaints of physical pain and emotional distress. The discussion links Hale's behavior to side effects of prescribed medications, including the anti-anxiety drug Buspirone and the antidepressant Lexapro. These medications are noted for potential side effects such as outbursts of anger, tremors, and abnormal dreams.

Digital Dementia
Episode 1542 1:37:27 - 1:40:51

1542: Digital Dementia

Nashville School Shooting, Media Model, Pharmaceutical Concerns

The hosts address the shooting at The Covenant School in Nashville, criticizing the media's "outrage model." They highlight the high rates of medication among young people, noting that many shooters are prescribed SSRIs or stimulants like Adderall. They argue that the media avoids discussing pharmaceutical links because drug companies are major advertisers.