The Mind of Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer—What Went So Wrong?

This wasn’t an outburst. It was, according to prosecutors, a
deliberate, public execution. A bolt-action rifle. A rooftop. A
single shot aimed at a political figure speaking to a crowd of
thousands. Prosecutors say Tyler James Robinson
left a note, sent texts, and planned every detail.

In this gripping and unsettling episode of Hidden Killers, Tony
Brueski and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott
unravel the deeper psychology of targeted violence—and how some
killers don’t just act, they perform.

From the alleged planning to the engraving on the bullets, the
post-crime concealment, and the so-called “energy burst” of
activity right after the shot—this wasn’t just about killing. It
was about control. Symbolism. Message.

In this interview, we explore:





How violent actors create their own mythology around the
act



The psychology of public spectacle and performance-driven
violence



Why some shooters choose rooftops, long guns, and
high-attention moments




What happens psychologically after the act: the crash, the
clean-up, and the final justification

We also examine how obsession, identity, and a need for
significance play into the creation of what some perpetrators see
as a necessary act of violence.

If you’ve ever wondered what turns someone from angry to
armed—and what mental framework allows a person to believe
they’re righteous in doing so—this is the episode to watch.

Subscribe for more deeply researched true crime conversations and
psychological deep dives into the minds behind the
headlines.


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