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Hidden Killers Live! Daily True Crime News & Breakdowns

Hidden Killers Podcast

Hidden Killers Live! is your daily true crime podcast delivering two hours of nonstop coverage every weekday. Hosted by Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, and Todd Michaels, this show dives into the most compelling stories in the true crime world — from murder trials and cold cases to criminal psychology, investigations, and the dark motives behind real-life crimes. Each episode brings a mix of breaking crime news, courtroom analysis, and raw conversation that takes you beyond the headlines. Whether it’s

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20:05

Bob Motta Breaks Down The Sandra Birchmore Case:...

Hidden Killers Live! Daily True Crime News & Breakdowns ·

2025/09/24

Bob Motta Breaks Down The Sandra Birchmore Case: Groomed by a Cop, Silenced ForeverSandra Birchmore’s story is one of betrayal at every level. A bright young woman who entered the Canton, MA police explorer program at 14, she was groomed for years by officer Matthew Farwell — a man twice her age and sworn to protect the community. By 23, she was pregnant and hopeful about her future. Weeks later, she was found dead. Initially ruled a suicide, her death is now the centerpiece of a federal murder

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33:33

Chad Daybell’s Ghost Stories & Rick Astley Obsession...

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2025/09/24

Chad Daybell’s Ghost Stories & Rick Astley Obsession from Prison Chad Daybell’s sixth prison letter takes his delusions to a whole new level. From his time as a cemetery caretaker to supposed ghostly companions who “helped” him do his job, Daybell paints a picture of himself as a spiritual figure living in two worlds. He even ties in pop music, dedicating Rick Astley songs to his spectral “friends.” The hosts rip into the absurdity while also highlighting the darker undertones: Daybell

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15:24

The Near-Death Fantasies of Chad Daybell: A Cult...

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2025/09/24

The Near-Death Fantasies of Chad Daybell: A Cult Leader’s Mind Chad Daybell’s prison letter #5 dives headfirst into his so-called near-death experiences, and the results are as disturbing as they are absurd. From claiming he “died” four times to describing heaven with the soundtrack of Van Halen’s Jump, Daybell’s words show the twisted belief system he used to justify his crimes. The hosts break down each claim, exposing how Daybell recasts traumatic events as supernatural confirmation of his

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13:35

NEW Chad Daybell Prison Letters EXPOSED: Rick Astley,...

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2025/09/24

NEW Chad Daybell Prison Letters EXPOSED: Rick Astley, Rapture & Delusion! What do Rick Astley, the rapture, and Chad Daybell have in common? Apparently, far too much. This segment kicks off with the surreal opening to Chad Daybell’s prison letters — where dark humor collides with chilling reality. Before we even get into the depths of his bizarre claims, we’re already met with a strange mix of pop culture references and warped religious spin. Daybell insists that his beliefs were twisted at

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122:35

Chad Daybell’s Prison Letters + Sandra Birchmore’s...

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2025/09/24

Chad Daybell’s Prison Letters + Sandra Birchmore’s Murder: The Complete BreakdownThis episode combines two disturbing true crime arcs into one sweeping discussion. First, the bizarre and delusional prison letters of Chad Daybell — filled with near-death fantasies, ghostly companions, and a warped theology he used to justify unspeakable acts. With humor and sharp analysis, the hosts dismantle his narrative and expose how Daybell’s self-image as a prophet masks deep dysfunction and danger. The

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12:22

Wendy Adelson’s Fate: Pawn, Accomplice, or Something...

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2025/09/24

Wendy Adelson’s Fate: Pawn, Accomplice, or Something Worse? The final cut pulls all the threads together. The hosts debate Jeff’s credibility as one of the strongest witnesses against Wendy—someone with no motive to lie, who came across as clear, consistent, and believable. His testimony doesn’t just implicate Charlie and Donna; it shines an uncomfortable light on Wendy herself. The discussion ranges from Donna’s iron-grip control (compared to Marie Barone from Everybody Loves Raymond) to audience

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13:19

Did Wendi Adelson Try To Frame Her Ex-Boyfriend For...

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2025/09/23

Did Wendi Adelson Try To Frame Her Ex-Boyfriend For The Murder Of Her Ex-Husband Dan Markel? This segment covers the aftermath of Jeff Lacasse’s police scrutiny. Initially considered a suspect, Jeff cooperated fully—offering credit card receipts, surveillance video, and cell phone records that placed him in Tennessee at the time of Dan Markel’s murder. His cooperation cleared him, but not before Wendy suggested him as a possible suspect. The jury’s own questions dig into Wendy’s mindset: her

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15:57

Was Wendy Adelson Controlled by Her Family—or an...

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2025/09/23

Was Wendy Adelson Controlled by Her Family—or an Active Player? Here the panel pulls back from testimony to analyze the broader psychology of Wendy Adelson. Was she a victim of her domineering family, or did she actively choose to participate in their schemes? The answer, the hosts argue, may lie somewhere in between. They dive into the psychology of narcissistic families, where unhealthy dynamics are normalized and children are conditioned to go along with toxic behavior. Wendy may have grown up

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18:27

Wendy Adelson’s Ex Exposes the Chaos Behind Closed Doors

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2025/09/23

Wendy Adelson’s Ex Exposes the Chaos Behind Closed Doors In this 15-minute stretch, we see Jeff’s relationship with Wendy implode. He recalls the June 29 Gainesville trip where he confronted her about suspected infidelity. What followed was a night of accusations, emotional outbursts, and shifting stories—Wendy would confess to other men one moment, then deny it minutes later. The next morning, their three-hour car ride back to Tallahassee was filled with tears and silence. The hosts dissect this

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12:22

Murder Plots Over Dinner With Wendi Adelson? The...

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2025/09/23

Murder Plots Over Dinner With Wendi Adelson? The Adelson Lifestyle on FULL Display This part of the testimony peels back another disturbing layer. Jeff recalls Wendy telling him about a “celebration dinner” with Charlie shortly after Dan Markel was killed. What should have been an unspeakable tragedy was instead framed as an event to toast. To make matters worse, Wendy would later suggest Jeff himself as a suspect—a move that almost ruined his life. Cross-examination digs into Jeff’s

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16:08

Jeff Lacasse Speaks: Wendy Adelson’s Bitter...

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2025/09/23

Jeff Lacasse Speaks: Wendy Adelson’s Bitter Relocation Battles EXPOSED This segment brings us directly into the testimony of Jeff Lacasse, Wendy Adelson’s former boyfriend. What starts as a typical courtroom walkthrough—how they met, when they dated, who he was introduced to—quickly spirals into something far darker. Jeff recalls a March 2014 dinner with Wendy, her brother Charlie, and Katherine Magbanua, describing how “extremely close” Wendy was to her family. That closeness sets the stage for

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15:09

Wendy Adelson in the Hot Seat: What Donna’s...

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2025/09/23

Wendy Adelson in the Hot Seat: What Donna’s Conviction Means Next In this first segment, the Hidden Killers team sets the tone with a mix of sharp commentary and off-the-wall humor. Donna Adelson has just been convicted, and the looming question is whether her daughter Wendy will face charges in the murder of Dan Markel. While speculation swirls, the hosts open up the conversation with personal riffs about exes, courtroom testimony, and the strange thought of what would happen if your former

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103:04

Wendi Adelson’s Ex-Boyfriends Words Come Back To...

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2025/09/23

Wendi Adelson’s Ex-Boyfriends Words Come Back To Haunt Her For those who want the uncut experience, this full-length episode brings the entire arc of Jeff Lacasse’s testimony and the hosts’ analysis into one continuous package. From the opening speculation about Wendy’s future after Donna’s conviction, through the explosive details of relocation battles, murder-for-hire discussions, celebration dinners, and bizarre cross-examinations, every detail is here. The hosts break down the psychology of

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15:46

Brian Walshe's CHILLING Google Search History...

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2025/09/22

Brian Walshe's CHILLING Google Search History Revealed (Full List) A killer’s smartest tool is also his biggest liability: the internet. In this stunning final segment, the Hidden Killers team reveals the most damning evidence against Brian Walshe—his own Google search history. In the hours and days after murdering his wife Ana, Brian used their son's iPad to meticulously research how to cover his tracks. The hosts read the horrifying, timeline-stamped list of his queries, including: "how long

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16:37

Brian Walshe: The Anatomy of An Alleged Narcissistic...

Hidden Killers Live! Daily True Crime News & Breakdowns ·

2025/09/22

Brian Walshe: The Anatomy of An Alleged Narcissistic Killer From one case of hidden horror to another, the show transitions to the tragic murder of Ana Walshe at the hands of her husband, Brian Walshe. This segment meticulously pieces together the final days of their unraveling marriage. Ana, a successful real estate executive, was ready to leave. Brian, a convicted art fraudster on house arrest, was watching his world collapse. We delve into Brian Walshe's shocking history of manipulation and

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17:08

The "Perfect" Couple Hiding A World of Unspeakable...

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2025/09/22

The "Perfect" Couple Hiding A World of Unspeakable DOG Depravity From a public tragedy to unspeakable private horrors, the show pivots to a shocking new case from Lake City, Florida. Meet Jordan and Harley Hoffman: a firefighter and a real estate agent who projected a picture-perfect family life on Instagram. But this segment rips back the curtain to expose an alleged hidden world of depravity. A cyber tip flagged their Snapchat account for sharing child SA material, leading to an investigation that

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15:22

Charlie Kirk Assassin's BIZARRE Text Confession...

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2025/09/22

Charlie Kirk Assassin's BIZARRE Text Confession Broken Down With FBI Agent Was the assassination of Charlie Kirk a well-planned conspiracy or the sloppy work of a lone, foolish young man? FBI veteran Robin Dreeke tackles the conspiracy theories head-on, delivering his final verdict on the now-infamous text exchange with the shooter's roommate. The hosts read the bizarrely casual conversation line-by-line, including the killer's flippant remarks like, "No, they grabbed some crazy old dude." Robin

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14:39

Charlie Kirk Assassin's BIZARRE Text Confession...

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2025/09/22

Charlie Kirk Assassin's BIZARRE Text Confession Broken Down After diagnosing the problem of self-radicalization, the conversation turns to a crucial question: What can we do to stop it? In this segment, FBI expert Robin Dreeke and the Hidden Killers hosts debate actionable solutions to pull society back from the brink. They discuss the need to incentivize, not mandate, civil discourse in our schools and online communities. Todd Michaels makes a passionate case for local community involvement,

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13:28

"Some Hate Can't Be Negotiated": Decoding a Killer's...

Hidden Killers Live! Daily True Crime News & Breakdowns ·

2025/09/22

"Some Hate Can't Be Negotiated": Decoding a Killer's Final Message What drove the 22-year-old assassin to pull the trigger? The analysis continues as FBI veteran Robin Dreeke provides a chilling psychological profile of the lone wolf killer. The discussion centers on the shooter's final text message—"Some hate can't be negotiated out"—as a clear indicator of a mind that had completely abandoned reason for radical dogma. Robin Dreeke draws stunning and disturbing parallels between this young American

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16:01

FBI Profiler On Charlie Kirk Killer & The #1 Cause of...

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2025/09/22

FBI Profiler On Charlie Kirk Killer & The #1 Cause of Lone Wolf Radicalization The assassination of Charlie Kirk was a shot heard around the world, leaving a nation asking: how could a seemingly normal 22-year-old commit such a heinous act? In this gripping segment, retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke, former chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, joins the Hidden Killers team to dissect the root cause of this tragedy. This isn't just another true crime recap; it's a

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