Texas Tower Shooter
What drove Charles Whitman's shooting spree?
4.5 (35)
38 mins
Explore the tragic story of Charles Whitman, a former Eagle Scout and marine who committed a horrific shooting spree at the University of Texas. Discover how his troubled personal life, brain tumor, and exposure to gun culture may have contributed to his actions.
Ep 1:
Who Was Charles Whitman, the Texas Tower Shooter?
Ep 2:
What Happened to Charles Whitman After the Texas Tower Shooting?
Ep 3:
Did the Texas Tower Shooting Incident Give Birth to SWAT Teams?
Ep 4:
Did Charles Whitman's Troubled Personal Life Contribute to His Crime?
Ep 5:
Did an Abusive Childhood and Ongoing Crimes Inspire Charles Whitman?
Ep 6:
What Did the Psychiatrists Find About Charles Whitman's Psyche?
Ep 7:
Did the Texas Tower Shootings Lead to the Discussions Around Regulating Guns in the US?
Discussions (13)
Philip
Level 9 · 8 mo agoMy understanding is the tumor pressing on the amygdala is accurate. It likely caused the violent urges.
Prince
Level 10 · 9 mo agoMan really camped the tower like a toxic sniper
Gavin
Level 4 · 8 mo agoTumor excuse is horseshit
