Season 3
June 1, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 120; SURVIVING A DEADLY POLICE AMBUSH
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this powerful and emotional interview, Bristol Police Officer Alec Iurato shares his harrowing story of survival. Alec was the sole survivor of a deadly ambush that tragically claimed the lives of two of his fellow officers.…
May 23, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 119; BTK’s FIRST KILL-THE OTERO FAMILY TRAGEDY
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this powerful and heart-wrenching episode, we take you deep into one of the most chilling cases in American criminal history — the first murders committed by the infamous BTK serial killer, Dennis Rader. Episode 119 features…
May 17, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 118; INSIDE FORT APACHE: NYPD LEGEND RALPH FRIEDMAN'S UNTOLD STORIES
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. 👮♂️ Ralph Friedman served during the most dangerous era in New York City, assigned to the infamous 41st Precinct in the South Bronx – also known as Fort Apache – during the 1970s crime wave. This precinct was so notorious, it …
May 9, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 117, Fighting the Darkness: Tyler Schwab’s Mission to End Human Trafficking
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. ** SENSITIVE MATERIAL WARNING** In this gripping episode, we sit down with Tyler Schwab, a true hero on the frontlines of the fight against human trafficking. His firsthand stories are harrowing, horrifying, and absolutely nece…
May 2, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 116; Shot 6 Times & Died 3 Times Detective Mario Oliveira’s Miracle Survival Story
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this jaw-dropping, emotional episode, we sit down with retired Detective Mario Oliveira, a true real-life hero who survived the unthinkable. Shot six ...
April 25, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 115; Inside the Minds of Serial Killers with Dr. Joni Johnston
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. 🔍 What makes a serial killer tick? Dive deep into the dark psychology of criminal minds with forensic psychologist and criminal profiler Dr. Joni Johnsto...
April 18, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS Episode 114; Purple Heart Hero Danielle Green: A True Warrior's Story
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. 🏀 🇺🇸 Prepare to be inspired beyond words, as we sit down with Danielle Green — a true American hero, Purple Heart recipient, Iraq War veteran, and former...
April 9, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 113; Mother Knows Death; Unraveling Celebrity Deaths, Scandals & Pop Culture
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this special episode, I'm joined by our incredible Guest Host Lauren Conlin , the mastermind behind the hit podcast The Outlier and PopCrime.com on Yo...
April 4, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 112; Inside the Benghazi Attack: Dave "Boon" Benton’s Heroic Survival Story--13 HOURS; The Real Story
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this episode, we sit down with Dave "Boon" Benton, a true hero and survivor of the Benghazi terrorist attacks on September 11, 2012. This heart-poundi...
March 29, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 111; Inside the Las Vegas Shooting: Josh Bitsko on October 1, 2017 and the Mandalay Bay Hotel Breach
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. 🔥 FEATURING OUR NEW "OVERTIME" SEGMENT 🔥 In this gripping Episode, we sit down with retired Las Vegas Metro Captain Josh Bitsko, who responded to the hor...
March 21, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 110; Betrayal, Drugs, and Survival: How Ben Freedland Navigated Both Sides of the Law
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In Episode 110, we sit down with former drug trafficker Ben Freedland, who takes us on a wild ride through his rise to the top of the drug trade and his ...
March 6, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 109; Elite FBI Hostage Rescue Team, JSOC Missions, and Undercover Operations: Rob D'Amico's Legendary FBI Career
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this intense episode, Rob D'Amico takes us through his legendary career with the FBI, including his pivotal role in the FBI Hostage Rescue Team (HRT),...
March 6, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 109; Elite FBI Hostage Rescue Team, JSOC Missions, and Undercover Operations: Rob D'Amico's Legendary FBI Career
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this intense episode, Rob D'Amico takes us through his legendary career with the FBI, including his pivotal role in the FBI Hostage Rescue Team (HRT),...
Feb. 28, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 108 America's Sheriff Mark Lamb on Combating Cartels & Street Crime
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Sheriff Mark Lamb, one of America's most respected Law Enforcement leaders. Known for his unwavering dedica...
Feb. 21, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 107; Exposing the Truth: Brian Terry's Murder, Fast & Furious, and the Government's Lies
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this powerful episode, we dive into the heartbreaking story of Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry's senseless murder and the shocking aftermath that stil...
Feb. 15, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 106: The Night Stalker Uncovered: Catching Richard Ramirez with Detective Gil Carrillo
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. Join us for an exclusive, heart-pounding interview with Detective Gil Carrillo, the man who investigated the infamous Night Stalker case to exhaustion. D...
Feb. 7, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 105: The Hidden Story of Extortion 17: Billy Vaughn Reveals the Shocking Truth
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this gripping episode, hear the emotional and controversial firsthand account from Billy Vaughn, father of Aaron Vaughn, a member of US Navy SEAL Team...
Jan. 31, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 104: Alina Donahue: From Victim to Survivor; Human Trafficking, Abuse, and a New Life
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. ⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material that may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. ⚠️ In this grippin...
Jan. 24, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 103: The Hammer Attack on Detective Karli Travis - A True Hero’s Story of Survival and Resilience
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this gripping episode, we dive into the harrowing story of Detective Karli Travis, who survived a brutal hammer attack in the line of duty. Listen as ...
Jan. 17, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 102: Nancy Grace Exclusive Interview: True Crime Stories & Her Legendary Career
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this EXCLUSIVE interview, Nancy Grace, the legendary True Crime journalist and former prosecutor, opens up about her incredible journey from the court...
Jan. 9, 2025
GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 101, Lisa Phillips' Shocking Story: Groomed and Trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein
We hope you enjoy this episode of Gold Shields, let us know how we did. In this eye-opening episode of GOLD SHIELDS, Lisa Phillips, a brave survivor of Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking and abuse, shares her jaw-dropping stor...