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This season, we’ve had the privilege of hearing from voices touched by unimaginable tragedy. We began with Joaquin Oliver’s parents, who shared their son’s story and their fight for change after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting. We now close with Michele Gay, a mother who lost her daughter at Sandy Hook, and who turned her grief into action with Safe and Sound Schools. These are stories no parent should ever have to tell—but their courage lights a path for all of us to follow. Together, let’s listen, learn, and act. 🎙️ Season finale streaming now. #StopTheKilling #SandyHook #MSDStrong #EndGunViolence #BeAnUpstander

🎧 EARLY ACCESS ALERT Our season finale is here, and it’s one you won’t want to miss. This episode brings us full circle—starting the season with the parents of Joaquin Oliver, who was tragically taken at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and closing with Michele Gay, a Sandy Hook mother who transformed her grief into a mission for safer schools. Subscribers on Apple Podcasts and http://Patreon.com already have early access to this powerful conversation. Hear Michele’s story of courage, resilience, and hope before anyone else. 💔 These are stories that demand to be heard. 🎙️ Head to Apple Podcasts or Patreon.com to unlock exclusive early access. #StopTheKilling #SandyHook #MSDStrong #PodcastExclusive #BeAnUpstander #GunViolencePrevention #SeasonFinale

We are beyond thrilled that Watching Two Detectives has taken home Bronze in the NZ Podcast Awards! 🏆 This incredible honor reflects not just our passion but the bravery of the families like Luke and Colline Furlong and Melina Hormozi, who shared their deeply personal stories with us. It’s thanks to them that the legacies of Michael Furlong and Youbert Hormozi continue to inspire, finding a home in the hearts of our listeners. 💔✨ This award also belongs to the incredible police officers like Andrew Murphy, who allow us to peek behind the blue line and experience the realities and dangers they face in the line of duty. Their stories add a profound depth to our work. As a three-person indie team (Hoags, Roags, and myself!), it means the world to be recognized alongside journalistic powerhouses like Newsroom and Stuff. Huge congratulations to the winners—they are so deserving of the recognition, and we are humbled to stand beside them in this space. We’re just getting started! Coming up, we have Season 4, which could easily have been called Watching Four Detectives! This two-part series features retired NYPD Detectives Tom Smith and Dan Murphy, who take us to Ground Zero to recount the harrowing days following September 11, 2001. Their firsthand experiences, shared through their work on Gold Shields, offer a raw and emotional insight into the sacrifices and resilience of first responders during one of the darkest chapters in history. To everyone who listens, shares, and supports us: thank you for helping us carry these stories forward. If you haven’t yet, subscribe now, and stay tuned—there are so many incredible stories in the pipeline. Together, we can ensure these voices are never forgotten. 🙌🎧

🚨 DO YOU KNOW WHO YOUR KIDS ARE TALKING TO ONLINE? 🚨 The days of "lone wolves" are over. Enter the Digital Wolf Pack—where online communities radicalize vulnerable minds through humor, memes, and dangerous algorithms. 💻 Social media isn't just a space to connect—it's a breeding ground for echo chambers that amplify extremist ideologies. Even "good kids" aren’t immune. 🎙 In our latest episode, criminologist Dr. Honor Doro Townsend uncovers: 👉 How humor disguises hate. 👉 Why algorithms trap kids in echo chambers. 👉 Practical tips every parent needs to protect their family. It’s not just the dark web anymore—it’s your kids’ TikTok feed. 🧠💥 🔗 LISTEN NOW: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-the-killing/id1552700589 ✨ Let’s Start the Conversation: What’s the funniest thing YOUR kids have seen online? Use it as a way to check in—they might be exposed to more than you think. 👀💬 📣 Tag a parent or teacher who NEEDS to hear this. Let’s protect our future together. ❤️ #DigitalSafety #StopTheKilling #OnlineCommunities #ParentingTips

🎉 Happy New Year from Stop the Killing! 🎉 As we step into a new year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared with you. To our listeners: Thank you for your unwavering support, for choosing to spend your time with us, and for being part of a community that refuses to stand by when change is needed. Your belief in our mission fuels every episode we produce. To our sponsors: Your faith in what we do has allowed us to reach more people, spreading critical knowledge that can truly save lives. And to our guests: You’ve shared not just your expertise, but often the hardest moments of your lives, all with the hope that others will never have to endure the same pain. Your courage inspires us every day. This past year, we’ve seen how the podcast’s information has empowered individuals—like the teachers who used it to prevent potential school shootings. It’s proof that this work matters, and it’s a reminder of the responsibility we all share to keep each other safe. Our goal for this year is simple but vital: We want to reach as many new listeners as possible. We need more sets of eyes—on the streets, in classrooms, in museums, in places of worship—knowing what to look for and understanding the urgency of passing their puzzle piece to the right people. We need your help. If you have ideas on how we can spread the message or grow our impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your voice is a vital part of this mission, and together, we can make a difference. From both of us—Katherine and Sarah—thank you for standing with us, for being upstanders, and for proving that together, we can stop the killing. Here’s to a year of hope, action, and saving lives. With gratitude and determination, Katherine & Sarah Hosts of Stop the Killing

🎉 Happy New Year from Stop the Killing! 🎉 As we step into a new year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared with you. To our listeners: Thank you for your unwavering support, for choosing to spend your time with us, and for being part of a community that refuses to stand by when change is needed. Your belief in our mission fuels every episode we produce. To our sponsors: Your faith in what we do has allowed us to reach more people, spreading critical knowledge that can truly save lives. And to our guests: You’ve shared not just your expertise, but often the hardest moments of your lives, all with the hope that others will never have to endure the same pain. Your courage inspires us every day. This past year, we’ve seen how the podcast’s information has empowered individuals—like the teachers who used it to prevent potential school shootings. It’s proof that this work matters, and it’s a reminder of the responsibility we all share to keep each other safe. Our goal for this year is simple but vital: We want to reach as many new listeners as possible. We need more sets of eyes—on the streets, in classrooms, in museums, in places of worship—knowing what to look for and understanding the urgency of passing their puzzle piece to the right people. We need your help. If you have ideas on how we can spread the message or grow our impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your voice is a vital part of this mission, and together, we can make a difference. From both of us—Katherine and Sarah—thank you for standing with us, for being upstanders, and for proving that together, we can stop the killing. Here’s to a year of hope, action, and saving lives. With gratitude and determination, Katherine & Sarah Hosts of Stop the Killing

Episode Update: NEW YEAR'S DAY TERROR: BOURBON STREET ATTACK & PIPE BOMB THREAT Since recording this episode, the FBI has provided new details about the New Orleans attack on Bourbon Street. Initially, there were concerns about multiple individuals being involved, particularly those seen near the explosive devices concealed in coolers. However, investigators have now confirmed they are confident this was the act of a single offender. The people initially thought to be co-conspirators were, in fact, curious onlookers who happened to be near the devices. This clarification significantly changes the scope of the investigation but reinforces the importance of staying vigilant and informed about threats to public safety. We’ll continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available.

Episode Update: NEW YEAR'S DAY TERROR: BOURBON STREET ATTACK & PIPE BOMB THREAT Since recording this episode, the FBI has provided new details about the New Orleans attack on Bourbon Street. Initially, there were concerns about multiple individuals being involved, particularly those seen near the explosive devices concealed in coolers. However, investigators have now confirmed they are confident this was the act of a single offender. The people initially thought to be co-conspirators were, in fact, curious onlookers who happened to be near the devices. This clarification significantly changes the scope of the investigation but reinforces the importance of staying vigilant and informed about threats to public safety. We’ll continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available.

Episode Update: NEW YEAR'S DAY TERROR: BOURBON STREET ATTACK & PIPE BOMB THREAT Since recording this episode, the FBI has provided new details about the New Orleans attack on Bourbon Street. Initially, there were concerns about multiple individuals being involved, particularly those seen near the explosive devices concealed in coolers. However, investigators have now confirmed they are confident this was the act of a single offender. The people initially thought to be co-conspirators were, in fact, curious onlookers who happened to be near the devices. This clarification significantly changes the scope of the investigation but reinforces the importance of staying vigilant and informed about threats to public safety. We’ll continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available.

Episode Update: NEW YEAR'S DAY TERROR: BOURBON STREET ATTACK & PIPE BOMB THREAT Since recording this episode, the FBI has provided new details about the New Orleans attack on Bourbon Street. Initially, there were concerns about multiple individuals being involved, particularly those seen near the explosive devices concealed in coolers. However, investigators have now confirmed they are confident this was the act of a single offender. The people initially thought to be co-conspirators were, in fact, curious onlookers who happened to be near the devices. This clarification significantly changes the scope of the investigation but reinforces the importance of staying vigilant and informed about threats to public safety. We’ll continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available.

Episode Update: NEW YEAR'S DAY TERROR: BOURBON STREET ATTACK & PIPE BOMB THREAT Since recording this episode, the FBI has provided new details about the New Orleans attack on Bourbon Street. Initially, there were concerns about multiple individuals being involved, particularly those seen near the explosive devices concealed in coolers. However, investigators have now confirmed they are confident this was the act of a single offender. The people initially thought to be co-conspirators were, in fact, curious onlookers who happened to be near the devices. This clarification significantly changes the scope of the investigation but reinforces the importance of staying vigilant and informed about threats to public safety. We’ll continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available.

🎉 EARLY ACCESS ALERT! 🎉 Patreon and Apple subscribers, you're getting the scoop a week early! This week, we dive into global crime trends, comparing a chilling mass shooting in South Africa to violence patterns in the U.S. 🔍 What to expect: Insights into the recent South African tragedy. Shocking crime stats from across the globe. FBI expertise on crime prevention and patterns. 💡 This is an episode you don’t want to miss—exclusive to YOU before anyone else! 👉 Listen now on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-the-killing/id1571345199 👉 Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/stopthekillingpodcast Thank you for your support! Your contributions help us continue to bring these vital conversations to life. #TrueCrime #StopTheKilling #PatreonExclusive #EarlyAccess