In this episode the hosts examine the disturbing but deeply informative progression leading up to the Covenant School tragedy, using the official attack progression report as their primary source. They trace the attacker’s psychological and social history from early childhood through the years of mounting mental health struggles, social isolation, and a growing fixation on violence. Key themes emerge around early emotional vulnerabilities, the lasting effects of bullying and lost peer connections, and the repeated missed opportunities for meaningful intervention despite therapy and assessments. The episode highlights how seemingly isolated red flags—like stalking former friends online, obsession with school shootings, and secret weapons purchases—formed a clear and escalating pattern when viewed together. Ultimately, the episode underscores the importance of sustained mental health support, vigilant attention to warning signs, and coordinated threat assessment efforts to identify and disrupt violent trajectories before they culminate in tragedy.