How guns became ubiquitous in the U.S. after Columbine
Apr 19, 2024
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Therapist Megan McCoy discusses the impact of money on mental health. The podcast explores the rise of guns in America post-Columbine, highlighting increased accessibility and the frequency of school shootings. The episode also covers breakdancing's inclusion in the Olympics for the first time.
Gun advocates successfully opposed new restrictions post-Columbine, leading to increased gun production and relaxed regulations.
Financial trauma affects money management decisions, emphasizing the need to align spending with personal values.
Deep dives
Impact of Columbine Shooting on Gun Laws in America
The Columbine High School shooting 25 years ago sparked immediate calls for gun control measures, with advocates hoping for accountability from gun manufacturers, lobbyists, and elected officials. Despite initial reactions urging change, gun advocates successfully opposed implementing new restrictions in the following years. The incident led to a surge in gun production, relaxed regulations in many states, and a rise in gun-related incidents in schools, such as students being caught with firearms.
Navigating Financial Trauma and its Effects on Money Management
Financial trauma, arising from events like job loss or theft, can significantly impact an individual's relationship with money and mental health. Financial therapy expert Megan McCoy explains how financial stress can lead to poor money management decisions, including overspending as a coping mechanism. McCoy emphasizes the importance of aligning spending with personal values and finding intentional outlets for spending to combat the negative impact of financial trauma.
Since the mass shooting at Columbine High School 25 years ago, guns have grown ubiquitous in America. The Trace examines how that’s changed the way we navigate our lives.
This week’s Apple News In Conversation explores how money affects your mental health, featuring advice from therapist Megan McCoy.
Breaking — aka breakdancing — has made it into the Olympics for the first time. NBC News details what to expect in Paris.
Today’s episode was guest-hosted by Yasmeen Khan.
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