Topic: Shooting

A brief discussion addresses the rise of conspiracy theories claiming major historical and recent events, such as the Holocaust or the Butler shooting, were staged or did not happen. The dialogue notes that it typically takes several months for the general public to begin recognizing alleged "false flags."

CNN's Wolf Blitzer provided an eyewitness account of a shooting near a Trump event, describing his experience being moved to a secure room by police. The hosts analyze his reporting style and his description of himself as a "broadcast professional" during the frightening incident.

Senator Ted Cruz discusses a mass shooting on 6th Street in Austin, Texas, that left three dead and over a dozen injured. While the FBI is investigating a potential nexus to terrorism, Cruz emphasizes the broader threat posed by Iran as a state sponsor of Hamas and Hezbollah. The hosts express skepticism, suggesting the event may be related to local crime rather than international terrorism.

OpenAI faced questioning from Canadian officials after it was revealed the company banned a school shooter's account months before an attack but failed to notify police. The company defended its privacy protocols, stating the user's activity did not meet the "imminent risk" threshold at the time. Separately, a specific repetitive writing style used by AI bots on X and LinkedIn is identified.

The trial of Colin Gray, the father of the Appalachee High School shooter, marks a shift toward holding parents criminally liable for providing weapons to their children. Separately, a report from an ER nurse discusses the high rates of suicidal ideation and medical complications among transgender patients. The segment criticizes the healthcare system for failing to provide adequate long-term support for individuals who undergo gender transition.

A mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, involving a suspect identified as a transgender teen, has sparked a debate over "transgender ideology." While some officials warn against anti-trans rhetoric, others claim youth are being radicalized. The hosts note the suspect reportedly built a "mall shoot-em-up" simulator on Roblox and discuss conflicting statistics regarding trans suicide rates and stigma.

An 18-year-old transgender shooter, Jesse Van Rootselar, killed eight people and injured 25 at a secondary school and a private home in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. The suspect, who began transitioning at age 12, killed their mother and stepbrother before targeting the school. The segment criticizes the US media for suppressing the story and the Canadian police for their focus on the shooter's preferred pronouns.

Crime data for Chicago indicates that ten homicides and 48 total shootings occurred in the first part of January. Historical data for 2025 showed over 400 people killed and 1,500 wounded in the city, highlighting ongoing violence in the region.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Fry defended the safety of his city, claiming only two shootings had occurred so far in the year. Fry criticized Governor Kristi Noem and ICE, arguing that their presence and rhetoric make the city less safe.

Mayor Jacob Fry characterized the fatal shooting of Renee Goods by a federal agent as a reckless use of power. While some observers claim the video shows Goods attempting a multi-point turn to flee, law enforcement supporters argue the vehicle was being used as a weapon against officers.

A shooting at Brown University resulted in two deaths, including the vice president of the campus Republican Club. Fox News host Jesse Watters and a criminal profiler questioned the competence of the local investigation and suggested the victim may have been specifically targeted for her political affiliations. Witnesses reported the shooter shouted something before firing, but the specific words have not been released by police.

A mass shooting at an illegal bar (shabine) in a township west of Pretoria, South Africa, resulted in 12 deaths, including several children. Despite having some of the strictest gun control laws in the world, South Africa continues to struggle with a high murder rate and a proliferation of illegal firearms. Police have recently cracked down on thousands of these illegal establishments, but they often reopen quickly due to economic necessity.

A 29-year-old Afghan national who arrived in the U.S. in 2021 shot two National Guard members in downtown Washington, D.C., killing one. The suspect reportedly drove from Bellingham, Washington, to carry out the attack. The hosts discuss potential "spook" connections and compare the incident to previous high-profile shootings used for political narratives.

A listener report describes a "Tri-State Short & Long Barrel Safety Meetup" in Indiana, where attendees engaged in target practice with pumpkins. The event featured a raffle for Old Crow 86 whiskey, a recommendation from the show's hosts. The note emphasizes the importance of community connections and teaching traditional skills to younger generations.

Onosoto won the September sumo tournament and the Emperor Cup in Japan. In Michigan, a man drove his car into an LDS Church, opened fire, set the building on fire with a bomb, and committed suicide. The incident resulted in at least two deaths as investigations continue.

Federal prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the execution-style murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors argue Mangione is a "future danger" because his writings might inspire others to use violence against corporate entities. The hosts discuss a separate shooting at the NFL headquarters involving Shane Tamura, linking these events to grievances against large corporations like Blackstone.

The hosts analyze the mainstream media's reluctance to discuss the transgender identity of recent mass shooters, contrasting it with the quick labeling of white supremacist motives in other cases. They argue that there is a pattern related to mental illness and pharmaceutical side effects that is being ignored in favor of protecting the "trans community." The segment critiques the Minneapolis mayor's plea to stop "villainizing" the community following the shooting.

A mass shooting occurred at a Catholic church in Minneapolis during morning mass, resulting in the deaths of two children. The shooter is identified as a transgender individual, which prompts a discussion on a recurring pattern of five or six similar incidents since 2018. Criticism is directed at the media for failing to interview the shooter's parents or investigate the "gender-affirming care" and psychiatric drugs involved.

Senator Tina Smith challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on his claims linking antidepressants to school shootings. Kennedy argued that the rise in mass shootings is coterminous with the introduction of SSRIs like Prozac and called for more study. Smith countered that scientific data shows no link, though the discussion notes that HIPAA rules make such data difficult for the public to verify.

President Biden commuted the sentences of most federal death row inmates to life in prison, excluding three high-profile killers. The hosts criticize the inconsistency of the decision and the irony of political stances on the death penalty versus abortion. John Dvorak reiterates his desire for televised executions to end the public's "thirst for death."