On this episode of The Numbers Game, Ryan Girdusky takes a powerful and sobering look at the lasting impact of the Columbine High School massacre—27 years later.

What really happened that day—and what did the media get wrong? Ryan breaks down the facts vs. the myths, exposing how early narratives around figures like Marilyn Manson, video games, and school culture shaped public perception—often inaccurately.

This episode also dives into the critical warning signs that were overlooked—from behavioral red flags to missed opportunities by parents, schools, and law enforcement. Plus, Ryan reflects on how tragedies like Columbine continue to influence modern society, school safety, and the national conversation around violence.

It’s a deeply researched, emotional, and thought-provoking episode that goes beyond headlines to uncover what we still haven’t learned—and what we must.