Parkland School Shooter
Can childhood trauma justify the Parkland shooting?
4.7 (35)
44 mins
Explore the case of Nikolas Cruz, who carried out a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. Discover how his troubled childhood, undiagnosed mental health issues, and violent tendencies played a role in his actions.
Ep 1:
The Verdict That Divided a Nation
Nikolas Cruz pleaded guilty, yet a grueling penalty trial unfolded—tracing his damaged childhood, chilling digital trail, and the jury's stunning decision to spare his life.
Ep 2:
Inside the Mind: The FASD Defense
Neuroscience takes center stage as experts battle over Cruz's undiagnosed Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, with childhood witnesses revealing decades of overlooked red flags.
Ep 3:
A Cascade of Missed Warnings
From ignored teachers to a dismissed FBI tip, this episode unpacks the systemic failures across schools, mental health services, and law enforcement that let warning signs slip through.
Ep 4:
Lessons Written in Tragedy
In the trial's aftermath, we grapple with justice, culpability, and the hard lessons institutions must learn to prevent the next tragedy.
Discussions (21)
Tate
Level 10 · 8 mo agoI don't buy the FASD defense. He knew better.
Sterling
Level 7 · 10 mo agoFBI closed it? Brilliant.
Sloan
Level 3 · 10 mo agoFASD aint an excuse for killing innocent people.
