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🕯️ Featuring Alison Crowther, Mother of 9/11 Hero Welles Crowther

In this Unforgettable 9/11 Tribute Episode, GOLD SHIELDS has the profound honor of speaking with Alison Crowther, the mother of Welles Crowther — a True American Hero known around the world as "The Man in the Red Bandana".

On September 11th, 2001, Welles, a 24-year-old equities trader and former volunteer firefighter, made the ultimate sacrifice. Wearing a red bandana — a signature from childhood, Welles navigated the smoke-filled chaos of the South Tower of the World Trade Center, saving over a dozen lives. Then, instead of fleeing to safety, he ran back up the stairs — again and again — to rescue others.

This episode will move you. It will inspire you. It will make you remember what heroism really looks like.

🔥 WATCH this powerful conversation as Alison Crowther shares her son’s legacy — a story of courage, sacrifice, and the red bandana that became a symbol of hope and bravery.

🛑 Do not miss this powerful 9/11 Memorial show.

✅ Subscribe, Like, and Share to honor Welles Crowther and all the heroes of 9/11.

TimeStamps:
00:00 Introduction to a Hero's Story
03:10 Wells Crowther: A Life of Courage and Compassion
06:11 The Red Bandana: A Symbol of Identity
08:56 The Day of 9/11: Wells' Actions in the South Tower
11:49 The Impact of Wells' Heroism
14:50 The Search for Answers: Discovering Wells' Legacy
17:53 Connecting with Survivors: The Lives Wells Saved
25:16 Reflecting on Wells' Last Days
29:38 Premonitions and Spiritual Insights
33:00 The Burden of Responsibility
39:31 The Red Bandana Project
42:48 Legacy of Heroism and Faith

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"When the Call Breaks You"

In this raw and emotional episode of GOLD SHIELDS, former undercover police officer, Navy rescue diver, and best-selling author Matt Griffin shares the unfiltered truth behind one of the darkest nights of his life.

🚨 Hear the harrowing details of a traumatic call that pushed him beyond the edge — one so horrific, it led him to write his own suicide note. But what happened next is a story of strength, survival, and the hidden cost of wearing the badge.

🎧 This episode pulls back the curtain on what cops really face every night — the psychological trauma, the emotional weight, and the moments that never leave them.

If you care about mental health in law enforcement, veteran PTSD, and the resilience of first responders, you cannot miss this powerful conversation.

🔥 Key Topics Covered:

A life or death call no cop ever wants to face

Writing a suicide note as an end

The emotional intersection between duty and personal traumaThe healing power of storytelling and purpose

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:02 Matt Griffin's Early Life and Navy Career
09:53 Challenges in Navy Rescue School
13:57 Transitioning to Law Enforcement
23:58 First Experiences as a Police Officer
29:56 The Impact of a Tragic Incident
37:38 Coping with Trauma and Moving Forward
40:55 The Journey of Faith and Doubt
43:38 Transitioning to Law Enforcement
44:35 The Impact of the Opioid Epidemic
48:26 Struggles of Identity and Work-Life Balance
51:33 The Cost of Law Enforcement on Personal Life
56:31 The Dark Side of Service: Coping with Trauma
59:27 A Turning Point: The Call That Saved a Life
01:16:05 Finding Purpose After Pain

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💀 ENTER THE MINDS OF MONSTERS.

In this chilling, heart-pounding, and unforgettable episode, Phil Chalmers, bestselling author of "Speaking Truth to Evil" and host of the viral Serial Killer Experience takes us deep into the twisted psyches of the world’s most infamous murderers.

From Charles Manson to Son of Sam, BTK, and beyond... Phil has looked these killers in the eyes and asked the questions no one else dared.

🧠 What makes a serial killer tick?

🩸 How do cold-blooded murderers justify the unthinkable?

🚨 What warning signs do they all share?

This is not just a true crime podcast—this is a descent into darkness with the man who’s interviewed more real-life killers than anyone alive.

🔪 True crime. Serial killers. Real interviews. Raw evil.

Don’t miss this explosive and terrifying new episode.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the World of Serial Killers
03:02 Myths and Misconceptions about Serial Killers
05:51 Identifying Early Signs of Serial Killers
08:51 Understanding Signature and Modus Operandi
11:46 The Psychology Behind Staging Crime Scenes
14:59 The Prevalence of Serial Killers Today
17:51 Media Bias and Underreported Cases
21:01 The Normality of Serial Killers
23:58 Interviews with Notorious Killers
27:00 The Future of True Crime and Education
27:30 Exploring the Dark Side of Evil
28:09 Confronting the Most Horrific Crimes
29:59 Understanding the Mind of a Killer
31:48 Training Law Enforcement on Serial Killers
35:07 Identifying Warning Signs in School Shooters
39:03 The Role of Leakage in Preventing Violence
40:56 Crime Prevention Strategies and Insights
42:57 Upcoming Projects and the True Crime Museum

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