The FBI is embarking on an effort to better understand the psychology behind mass shooters. In a sign of how common these types of killings have become a new study would mirror past research on serial killers and assassins. Zusha Elinson, reporter for the WSJ joins us to talk about a proposed FBI study that would interview mass shooters to find patterns in their background, thinking, and behavior.

Next, Elon Musk continues to be in the news, but not always in the best ways. He is feeling heat from all over right now as he faces two investigations by the Justice Department and the Securities and Exchange Commission over tweets he made about taking Tesla private. Lauren Meier, reporter for Axios, joins us to talk about why “funding secured” may be the two costliest words ever tweeted and also who will be going on the first SpaceX Moon voyage.

Finally, we all want a deal when looking to fly. Especially if we are trying to fly overseas.  There recently has been a rise in the low cost, long haul airlines with deals that may be too good to be true. Soo Youn, Business and tech reporter for ABC News joins us for a story that is just that.  Imagine booking a cheap ride to Paris, showing up to the airport, and finding out your flight doesn’t exist anymore.

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