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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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🎙️ NOW STREAMING: GOLD SHIELDS Episode 132 features an exclusive, edge-of-your-seat interview with Retired DEA Special Agent Chris Feistl, one of the elite agents who brought down the Cali Cartel — the most powerful and sophisticated drug trafficking organization in history.

🔥 If you’ve seen Netflix’s hit series NARCOS: Season 3, you’ve seen Chris Feistl's story. Now, hear the REAL TRUTH — straight from the source. Chris and his partner Dave Mitchell were handpicked for the most dangerous mission on Earth: infiltrate the Cali Cartel in the heart of Cali, Colombia, a city ruled by fear, corruption, and unimaginable violence.

💣 Kidnappings, car bombs, death threats, and deep undercover operations — this episode dives into the high-stakes world of international drug enforcement like never before.

📚 Chris also discusses his book, "After Escobar" giving rare insight into the psychological and emotional toll of hunting narco-terrorists while risking everything to dismantle a global empire built on blood and billions.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to the Show and Guest
00:56 The Dangerous Drug Trade in Colombia
02:57 Chris Feistl's Journey to the DEA
06:09 Miami: The Epicenter of Drug Trade in the 80s
09:01 Transitioning to Colombia and the Cali Cartel
12:08 Operating in a Hostile Environment
15:00 The Challenges of Corruption in Colombia
18:03 The Role of the Cali Cartel in Drug Trade
21:01 Navigating Dangerous Operations
24:08 The Impact of Corruption on Investigations
26:51 Developing Key Informants
30:07 The Story of Jorge Salcedo
34:22 The Mercenary Plan Against Escobar
36:20 Salcedo's Reluctant Involvement with the Cartel
37:00 The Sequel: Bombing Pablo's Prison
38:55 The Perfect Storm: Collaboration with Salcedo
41:15 The Risks of Meeting a Cartel Insider
43:27 Challenges of Arresting Cartel Leaders
46:18 The Scale of the Cali Cartel's Operations
49:33 The Arrests of the Cali Cartel Leaders
52:06 The Aftermath of Arrests and Extradition
54:14 The Real Heroes: Colombian Forces
55:38 The Book: After Escobar
01:01:15 The Unbelievable Stories Behind the Case

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We just dropped the first-ever LIVE episode of GOLD SHIELDS — and it’s one you do not want to miss!

📍 We had an incredible night at Brother Bruno’s Pizzeria in Washingtonville, NY, recording in front of an amazing live audience. Huge thanks to Vinny and the whole team for the warm welcome and amazing food! 🍕

🎤 Special Guest Lauren Conlin — host of The Outlier, expert on The Nancy Grace Show, and star of PopCrime TV — brought unfiltered courtroom insight from the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial, the Karen Read case, the Idaho College Murders, and more. Her raw, behind-the-scenes commentary had the entire audience hooked.

💥 This episode features:

✅ True Crime Insights from a courtroom insider

✅ A deep dive into celebrity criminal cases

✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from high-profile trials

✅ Live audience Q&A

✅ Real talk, real cases, real cops – just like GOLD SHIELDS always delivers

📲 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share to help us reach more listeners who love True Crime, Justice, and real stories from Behind The Shields.

Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to Gold Shields Live
05:46 The Importance of Community and Family
11:37 The Impact of Youth Crime and Legal System
20:24 High-Profile Cases and Their Implications
30:11 Citizen Sleuths and Their Role in Crime Solving
36:17 Unforgettable Cases: The Kansas Moms Case
42:20 Understanding Evil: Encounters with Criminal Minds
50:50 Reflections on High-Profile Cases
56:30 The Importance of Law Enforcement Support

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