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GOLD SHIELDS: TRUE CRIMES, TRUE STORIES, TRUE HEROESWelcome to Gold Shields, your ultimate source for true crime stories, real-life heroism, and military and law enforcement adventures. Hosted by the brave men and women who lived through these incredible moments, our channel takes you behind the scenes of dangerous missions, high-stakes investigations, and real-life stories that will leave you on the edge of your seat.We bring you exclusive, first-hand accounts from law enforcement officers and military veterans who have dedicated their lives to serving and protecting others. Our channel offers you a unique "Back Stage Pass" to crime investigations, military o...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 183: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: The Warning Signs You Can't Ignore | Ashley Bendiksen
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One conversation can save a life.
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, GOLD SHIELDS brings you one of our most important episodes yet. Ashley Bendiksen survived years of domestic violence that began in high school and continued into college. Today, she has transformed unimaginable pain into a mission to protect others, becoming one of the nation's leading advocates, educators, and trainers helping victims, families, and law enforcement recognize the warning signs before it's too late.
In this powerful and...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 182: BRONX SERIAL RAPIST: The Chilling Manhunt | Retired NYPD Detective Paul Morrison
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Some cases stay with you forever. This was THAT CASE.
In Episode 182 of GOLD SHIELDS, retired NYPD Detective Paul Morrison, best-selling author of Knock Knock, takes us deep into a chilling investigation that gripped the Bronx;
a relentless manhunt for a serial rapist preying on innocent victims.
The attacks. The victims. The patterns. The investigation. The escapes. And the determination of Paul Morrison and his team to hunt down a p...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 181: INSIDE THE NIGHTMARE: The Terrifying Reality of 911 Calls
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When a life hangs in the balance, a desperate voice calls 911. On the other end of that line is a hero who must remain calm while chaos unfolds, fear takes over, and every second counts.
In this powerful episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we take you inside the world of 911 operators and radio dispatchers, the unseen heroes of law enforcement who are often the first to hear a victim’s terror, the first to recognize the danger, and the cr...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 180: THE CASES THAT SHOCKED AMERICA | FBI Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer
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What does it take to crack major criminal cases—and what happens when the investigation leaves more questions than answers?
This week on GOLD SHIELDS, retired FBI agent and respected media commentator Jennifer Coffindaffer us for an inside look at her remarkable career, the high-profile investigations she worked, and the experience behind her analysis of the cases making national headlines.
From the mysterious kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie to the disturbing case involving ...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 179: THE ICEMAN: Inside the Takedown of Richard Kuklinski | Dominick Polifrone Tells All
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He was one of America’s most feared killers. Richard “The Iceman” Kuklinski lived a double life—family man on the surface, ruthless contract killer behind closed doors.
But eventually, someone had to get close enough to bring him down.
Enter ATF Undercover Agent Dominick Polifrone, who went deep undercover and came face-to-face with the Iceman.
What happened next is a story of deception, danger, and a deadly game of cat and mouse.<...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 178: CAUGHT BY DNA: How Cold Case Detectives Find Killers Years Later | Lindsey Wade
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You can run from the crime scene—but you can’t run from your DNA.
On Episode 178 we sit down with Detective Lindsey Wade, a leading expert in DNA and cold case investigations and the bestselling author of My DNA.
Lindsey takes us inside the world of cold case investigations, DNA evidence, forensic science, and homicide investigations, explaining how Detectives painstakingly put the pieces of a case together, and why the relentless pursuit of just...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 177: 9/11 25 Years Later — Rudy Giuliani Reveals What Happened That Day
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25 YEARS LATER… HE REMEMBERS IT ALL.
On September 11, 2001, America was attacked, and New York City was at the center of it all.
For the 25th Anniversary of 9/11, GOLD SHIELDS presents a powerful and deeply personal interview with former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani.
Mayor Giuliani takes us inside the chaos of that unimaginable day, the fear, the confusion, the anger, the devastation, and the heartbreaking loss. But he...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 176: ADDICTION’S DARK SHADOW: Xanax, Gambling, Jail & Recovery | LJ Ruggiero
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On this powerful and deeply personal episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with LJ Ruggiero for a journey into the devastating reality of addiction, and the extraordinary power of recovery.
Born into a prominent New York City family, LJ’s life took a dramatic turn as addiction pulled him into a world of Xanax, gambling, arrests, jail, deception, and devastating consequences. His story takes us into places few people are willing to talk about, and that in...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 175: NAVY SEAL LEADERSHIP: The Mindset of Elite Warriors | Admiral Jamie Sands
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Leadership. It’s more than a title, a rank, or a position—it’s about responsibility, character, sacrifice, and taking care of the people who trust you.
In the newly released Episode I sat down with Rear Admiral Jamie Sands, USN (Ret.), a decorated Navy SEAL leader who served more than three decades in the U.S. military. His remarkable career included commanding SEAL Team 8, Naval Special Warfare Group 2, Special Operations Command Africa, and ultimately serving as Commander of Nav...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 174: CHASING THE ZOMBIE HUNTER: How Detectives Cracked a 20-Year-Old Cold Case
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ZOMBIE HUNTER. COLD CASE. MURDER. JUSTICE.
For more than 20 years, a brutal double murder remained unsolved, until Sergeant Troy Hillman and his team reopened the investigation and began the relentless hunt for the killer.
In his book Chasing Down the Zombie Hunter, Troy takes you inside one of the most chilling and bizarre cold-case investigations imaginable. Two women were brutally murdered, the trail went cold, and the killer believed...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 173: JILL WAGNER GOES DEEP INSIDE LIONESS & THE ROLE OF BOBBY
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Jill Wagner, the powerhouse actress who brings BOBBY to life in Paramount+’s hit series LIONESS, joins GOLD SHIELDS for an unforgettable conversation that takes you BEHIND THE ROLE, BEHIND THE CHARACTER, AND BEHIND THE SCENES of one of television’s most intense and talked-about shows.
On LIONESS, Jill Wagner portrays Bobby, a tough, battle-tested member of the Lioness team who operates in an unforgiving world where courage, loya...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 172: ALL IN THE FAMILY: Inside a Real Jewel Thief's Criminal Empire | Bryan Sobolewski
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What if crime wasn't just a choice...it was the family business?
On this extraordinary episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with former professional jewel thief Bryan Sobolewski for an unforgettable conversation that is equal parts shocking, fascinating, and surprisingly hilarious.
This truly is "All In The Family."
Bryan grew up in a family that made its living committing high-stakes jewelry heists throughout the Boston area. Robberies weren't...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 171: CIA SPY REVEALS HOW THE CIA HUNTS TERRORISTS | BOB DOUGHERTY
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The shadows are where wars are won... and where heroes are rarely recognized.
For more than 25 years, CIA Operations Officer Bob Dougherty served on the front lines of America's hidden war, operating in some of the world's most dangerous countries. While the headlines focused on military operations, Bob was working deep inside the shadows, recruiting spies, developing high-value human intelligence (HUMINT) sources, penetrating terrorist networks, and preventing attacks before they could happen.
This is the world very few...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 170: SEAL TEAM SIX TEAM LEADER REVEALS THE BIN LADEN RAID | ALEX WEST
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OPERATION NEPTUNE SPEAR | The SEAL Team Six Raid That Killed Usama Bin Laden
On May 2, 2011, one of the most daring and historic military operations in modern history unfolded deep inside Abbottabad, Pakistan. Operation Neptune Spear ended the decade-long manhunt for the world's most wanted terrorist—the leader of Al-Qaeda, Usama Bin Laden.
In this exclusive GOLD SHIELDS interview, former SEAL Team Six Team Leader Alex West...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE169: FACELESS: The Last Hope for the Unidentified
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What happens when a victim has no name... no identity... and no one left searching?
In this unforgettable episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with Lisa Bailey, former FBI Forensic Artist, forensic facial approximation specialist, and bestselling author of Clay & Bones.
For decades, Lisa worked at the intersection of art, science, and criminal investigation, reconstructing the faces of unidentified victims from nothing more than skulls and skeletal remains.
Every face she recreated represented more than a...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 168: ANGEL IN THE SKY | AC-130 Gunner Mary Howe’s Incredible Combat Story
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This week on GOLD SHIELDS, we take you into the heart of modern aerial warfare with an unforgettable interview featuring Mary Howe, a former U.S. Air Force AC-130 Gunner whose courage, precision, and leadership helped protect American troops in some of the world’s most dangerous combat zones.
Born into a family with a deep and legendary tradition of military service, Mary Howe answered the call to serve with honor, carrying forward a legacy of sacrifice, patriotism, and unwavering co...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 167: WHICH WIRE DO YOU CUT?! | NAVY EOD EXPERT ON TICKING TIME BOMBS
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This week on GOLD SHIELDS, prepare for an edge-of-your-seat interview with Trevor Fortner, a U.S. Navy veteran and elite Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) expert who spent years confronting some of the deadliest ticking time bombs in combat zones around the world.
When every second matters… how do you decide which wire to cut?
What goes through your mind when one wrong move could mean instant death? How do bomb technicians stay calm while facing unimaginable pressure?
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GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 166: HOW TO ROB A BANK, THE REAL STORY BEHIND THE NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
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Netflix captivated audiences with How To Rob A Bank, the unbelievable true story of Scott Scurlock, better known as "Hollywood," the mastermind behind a string of high-profile bank robberies that stunned law enforcement and fascinated the public.
In Episode #166 of GOLD SHIELDS, Tom and Dan bring together two of the most important people connected to this extraordinary case. Shawn Johnson, the retired FBI Special Agent who led the hunt for Hollywood and his crew, and Steve Meyers<...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 165: WHAT THE CRIMINAL BRAIN ACTUALLY DOES
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A psychiatric nurse gets punched on shift and goes back the next day. That's the world Julie and Laurie live in — and it's the same world that produced every case Dan and Tom ever worked.
Two psychiatric nurses from Night Shift: Darkness Diagnosed sit down with Gold Shields and get into the questions the criminal justice system has never fully answered: Are killers born or made? Does the brain of a serial killer ac...
Special GOLD SHIELDS Episode: THE SON OF SAM — NEW YORK'S SUMMER OF FEAR
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Step back into the tense and turbulent streets of New York City in 1977, when an elusive serial killer turned everyday life into a nightmare. In this special episode, we explore the terrifying case of David Berkowitz, the man who became infamous as the "Son of Sam."
Over the course of more than a year, Berkowitz carried out a series of random shootings that left six people dead and seven others wounded. His attacks, often targeting young couples sitting in parked...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 164: THEN I GO HOME TO MARIO KART-PROSECUTOR JARRETT FERENTINO
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He prosecuted a serial killer who escaped on bedsheets and turned himself back in. He took the Brittanee Drexel case from 600 miles away with no law license and no jurisdiction, because Dawn Drexel made one phone call and you don't say no twice. He stood over a dead baby on Christmas Eve morning and sat next to his daughter in church that night.
Jarrett Ferentino spent 20 years as a prosecutor in northeastern Pennsylvania. This is what that actually looks like — th...
GOLD SHIEDS EPISODE 163: MARSOC to Mental Health | Steve Bunting
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This week on the GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with elite warrior Steve Bunting , former MARSOC Operator, U.S. Navy Veteran, Combat Medic, and now one of the nation’s leading performance and mindset coaches at Sharp Performance.
From the battlefield to the frontlines of veteran mental health, Steve Bunting’s mission never ended when the uniform came off. In this powerful and deeply insightful interview, Steve shares what it truly means to answer the call to serve at the high...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 162: "WE DIDN'T LOSE AFGHANISTAN"
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Step inside the world of elite special operations with former Delta Force Operator and host of the hit podcast Tier One, Brent Tucker. In this powerful and deeply personal interview, Brent reveals what it truly takes to become a member of the United States Military’s most Elite Units, even after being told he wouldn’t make it.
Fueled by the life-changing events of September 11, 2001, Brent made the decision to serve his country, setting him on a relentless path toward beco...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 161: INSIDE LULLABY:THE FEAR PODCAST
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This newly released episode of GOLD SHIELDS features award-winning podcast host Ashley Lanna of Lullaby: The Fear Podcast in a must-listen conversation for True Crime fans. Ashley takes you behind the scenes of her hit show, sharing its origins and her fascination with True Crime, horror films, and the criminal mind.
The episode dives into serial killers and the “how” behind their crimes, while also exploring Ashley’s obsession with the Titanic tragedy.
This episode is a True Crime l...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 160: NAVY SEAL HELL WEEK TO SAVING VETERANS LIVES | CHRIS SHEA HERO TO HERO STORY
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This episode features an inspiring and powerful conversation with former U.S. Navy SEAL and founder of Hero to Hero, Chris Shea. This episode dives deep into the elite world of the Navy SEALs, one of the most highly trained and disciplined special operations forces in the world where teamwork, mental toughness, and the relentless will to survive are not just values, but a way of life.
Beyond the battlefield, Shea opens up about his transition to civilian life and...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 159; INSIDE THE MIND OF A FORENSIC EXPERT | JOSEPH SCOTT MORGAN REVEALS SHOCKING TRUTHS
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Step into the mind of one of the most respected voices in forensic science and True Crime. In this powerful new episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with legendary forensic expert and host of the hit podcast Body Bags, Joseph Scott Morgan, for an unforgettable deep dive into the world of death investigation, crime scene analysis, and real-life cases.
🎧 If you're a fan of:
📍 True Crime Podcasts
📍Forensic Files & Crime Scene Investigation
📍 Real-Life Detective St...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 158: TRUE CRIME LEGENDS COLLIDE: TRUE CRIME GARAGE & GOLD SHIELDS
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Dive into one of the most compelling True Crime podcast collaborations of the year with Episode 158 of GOLD SHIELDS—featuring special guests Nic and The Captain from the legendary True Crime Garage.
In this must-listen episode, GOLD SHIELDS teams up with True Crime Garage, known for their meticulous research, engaging storytelling, and loyal fanbase to explore high-profile True Crime cases both shows have covered. From the haunting mystery of JonBenét Ramsey to the enduring disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi, the disc...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 157: ISIS-INSPIRED BOMB PLOT IN NYC: INSIDE THE TERROR THREATS FACING AMERICA
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In this high-impact episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we break down a chilling ISIS-inspired terror plot in New York City that could have ended in mass casualties.
Two radicalized individuals attempted to detonate Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in NYC, targeting innocent civilians in a coordinated attack. Thanks to the swift, strategic, and courageous actions of the NYPD, the suspects were apprehended before tragedy struck.
We take you inside the investigation; how plots unfold, how Law Enforcement detects the threat, a...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 156: INTERNATIONAL FUGITIVE HUNT: DEA & NYPD’S RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF DETECTIVE PAGANI’S KILLERS
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In this explosive new episode of GOLD SHIELDS, retired DEA Agent Chris Feistl reveals the inside story of a high-stakes international manhunt that stretched from New York to Colombia — targeting the violent gang responsible for the murder of retired NYPD Detective Donald Pagani, Sr..
When the call came in from the New York City Police Department, Chris didn’t hesitate. What followed was a coordinated international task force effort involving U.S. federal agents, NYPD investigators, and Colombian authorities — an elite...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 155: TIER ONE OPERATOR MIKE SARRAILLE: EXTORTION 17, MADURO CAPTURE & ELITE LEADERSHIP UNDER FIRE
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In this newly released, must-hear episode of GOLD SHEILDS, we sit down with Tier One Operator Mike Sarraille—a combat-proven leader who has operated at the absolute highest levels of U.S. Special Operations.
Mike’s career spans elite Navy SEAL missions, strategic combat leadership, and high-stakes global operations. In this powerful interview, he shares firsthand insight into what it truly takes to lead when the stakes are life and death. From his insight into the operations surrounding the capture of V...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 154: FIVE POINTS EXPOSED: THE REAL GANGS OF NEW YORK
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In this explosive new episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we travel back in time to the gritty, blood-soaked streets of 1800s New York City for a powerful deep-dive interview with renowned historian and professor Tyler Anbinder. This cinematic special transports viewers straight into the notorious Five Points — the most dangerous neighborhood in American history — famously depicted in Gangs of New York, directed by Martin Scorsese.
This is not just history — this is raw, unfiltered American urban warfare.
With our brand...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 153: JOHN MILLER EXPOSES HIS FACE-TO-FACE INTERVIEW WITH OSAMA BIN LADEN
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In this must-watch episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with John Miller, an Emmy Award winning Investigative journalist and world-renowned Terrorism Expert, for a rare, firsthand account of history-defining moments in the Global War On Terror.
John Miller is the only American journalist to conduct a face-to-face interview with Al-Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden. In this unforgettable episode, Miller takes us inside that chilling encounter—what Bin Laden said, how he said it, and why that interview became one of...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 152: SECRET SERVICE POLYGRAPH EXPERT REVEALS HOW INVESTIGATORS DETECT LIES & CRIMINAL DECEPTION
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In this must-watch episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with Brad Beeler, a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Secret Service, elite protective operations specialist, and expert polygraph examiner, for a deep dive into the science of truth, deception, and criminal behavior.
From polygraph examinations and behavioral analysis to psychological manipulation and lying under pressure, this episode explores how investigators uncover deception—and how criminals try to hide it.
We go inside the human mind, examining how cr...
WAR ON TERROR FROM THE SKY: U.S. AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPS AIRCREW REVEAL UNTOLD COMBAT STORIES
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GOLD SHIELDS returns with a high-impact episode featuring U.S. Air Force Special Mission Aviator Anthony Dyer who will bring you inside the fight for air superiority during the War on Terror.
When troops are in contact, control of the skies is the difference between survival and sacrifice. In this episode, Anthony Dyer shares firsthand accounts from above the battlefield—where split-second decisions, constant overwatch, and relentless vigilance protected American and allied forces on the ground.
These are the...
CAPTAIN PHILLIPS TRUE STORY — SOMALI PIRATES, HOSTAGE CRISIS & THE UNTOLD TRUTH
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In this unforgettable milestone Episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we sit down with Captain Rich Phillips, the man behind one of the most intense true survival stories at sea—the real-life Somali pirate hijacking that inspired the blockbuster motion picture Captain Phillips.
Captain Phillips takes us inside the moments that changed his life forever when his cargo ship was overtaken by armed pirates. From the split-second decisions that meant life or death, to enduring captivity on the open sea, this is a...
GOLD SHIELDS SEASON FINALE EPISODE 149: BIGGEST TRUE CRIME CASES OF 2025 GOLD SHIELDS SEASON FINALE W/ COURT TV’S JULIE GRANT
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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 polarizin...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 148: NYPD LEGEND PAT BROSNAN: RAW STORIES FROM THE BRONX 46 PRECINCT TO GLOBAL SECURITY
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We sit down with legendary NYPD Detective Pat Brosnan, one of New York’s most respected and battle-tested crime fighters. From his early days in the notorious 46th Precinct in the Bronx—known as the “4-6,” one of the most dangerous commands in NYPD history—to becoming the founder of a global private security powerhouse, Brosnan’s story is nothing short of remarkable.
👮♂️ INSIDE THE EPISODE:
✔ Unmatched real-life NYPD stories from the streets of the Bronx during New York City’s most violent...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 147: NAVY SEAL COLE PETRIE: SURVIVING BUD/S, HELL WEEK & REBUILDING LIFE AFTER SERVICE
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In this powerful and deeply insightful episode, we sit down with U.S. Navy SEAL Cole Petrie for an unforgettable conversation about Service, Sacrifice, and the fight to rebuild a meaningful life after the uniform comes off.
Cole takes us inside the mission, mindset, and unbreakable brotherhood of the Navy SEALs—from the first grueling moments of BUD/S, through the brutality and mental warfare of Hell Week, to the high-stakes world of defending the Unite...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 146: 🇺🇸 RYAN MANION: THE UNFORGETTABLE LEGACY OF HER BROTHER-U.S. MARINE HERO TRAVIS MANION 🇺🇸
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"IF NOT ME, THEN WHO?"
In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of GOLD SHIELDS, we welcome Ryan Manion, CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation and sister of 1st Lieutenant Marine Travis Manion, the American Hero who made the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq in 2007. Ryan shares an emotional, uplifting, and profoundly patriotic conversation about her brother’s extraordinary life, his commitment to service, and the remarkable legacy of leadership he left behind.
1st Lt. Travis Manion, US...
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 145: USS COLE BOMBING: COMMANDER KIRK LIPPOLD’S HEART-STOPPING STORY OF LEADERSHIP UNDER ATTACK 🇺🇸
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In this heart-stopping and powerful episode we sit down with Commander Kirk Lippold, the legendary U.S. Navy officer who led the USS Cole through one of the most devastating terrorist attacks in modern American Naval history. This don’t-miss, impactful episode delivers raw insight, emotional depth, and unwavering leadership lessons from a man who faced unthinkable chaos—and answered with absolute courage.
On October 12, 2000, the USS Cole, a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer, was attacked by Al-Qaeda operatives during a ro...
