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GOLD SHIELDS SEASON FINALE EPISODE 149: BIGGEST TRUE CRIME CASES OF 2025 GOLD SHIELDS SEASON FINALE W/ COURT TV’S JULIE GRANT

December 19, 2025 • Tom Smith/Dan Murphy • Season 3 • Episode 149

We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did.

The year ends with a bang on GOLD SHIELDS.

For our season finale, we’re joined by CourtTV superstar Julie Grant for an unforgettable deep dive into the most talked-about True Crime cases of 2025.

We take a powerful ride through the headlines that stopped the nation, examining the cases that dominated courtrooms, news cycles, and social media feeds:

🔎 Bryan Kohberger – The case that continues to grip America

🔎 Luigi Mangione – One of the most shocking and polarizing crime stories of the year

🔎 The “Cult Mom” Case – A chilling reminder of how belief, control, and tragedy collide

This is a True Crime junkie’s dream episode—smart analysis, insider legal perspective, and raw conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.

As we close out 2025, we also pause for something just as important:

💛 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported GOLD SHIELDS this year—and to those riding with us into 2026.

Timestamps:
00:00 Reflecting on the Journey
02:57 The True Crime Phenomenon
06:05 The Impact of True Crime Coverage
08:56 The Idaho Case: A Deep Dive
12:03 Victim Impact Statements and Their Power
14:58 The Psychology of Criminals
18:06 The Role of Media in True Crime
21:00 The Case of Luigi Mangione
26:33 The Celebrity Effect in Crime
27:36 The Victim's Story
28:49 The Role of Defense in High-Profile Cases
30:52 Public Perception and Moral Compass
32:46 Media Coverage and Public Sentiment
34:46 The Evolution of True Crime Coverage
39:24 The Doomsday Murders: A Case Study
45:37 The Psychology Behind the Crimes
49:34 The Importance of Victim Advocacy

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