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🔎 Daily True Crime Podcast | Criminal Psychology | Ongoing Trials | Expert Analysis Multiple new episodes every day! Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski is your ultimate daily true crime podcast, bringing you real-time updates on criminal investigations, high-profile trials, forensic breakthroughs, and psychological deep dives into the minds of killers. 🎙️ Hosted by veteran journalist Tony Brueski, we go beyond the headlines, featuring exclusive insights from FBI agents, forensic experts, criminal

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11:24

Bob Motta Unpacks the Evidence That Could Destroy...

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2025/03/05

Did Donna Adelson really think she could charm her way out of this one? The 75-year-old grandmother took the stand, painting herself as a frail victim trapped in a jail full of violent criminals—completely ignoring the part where she allegedly plotted an escape to Vietnam, a country with no U.S. extradition. Oops. The prosecution, however, had a slightly different take, armed with jailhouse calls and enough red flags to decorate a parade. So, what went so horribly wrong for Donna in court? Defense

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23:09

Could This Sheriff Escape Murder Charges On Judge...

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2025/03/05

In a case that has shaken Kentucky’s legal system to its core, former Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines is standing trial for the brutal murder of Judge Kevin Mullins—right inside the courthouse where they both held power. But this isn’t just another crime story. Beneath the surface lies a tangled web of corruption, scandal, and long-buried secrets that may have led to this shocking execution. Could this murder have been a desperate act to cover up a courthouse sex scandal? Or was it the breaking point

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32:31

Bryan Kohberger’s Autism Defense A Game-Changer or...

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2025/03/05

In this explosive deep dive into the Bryan Kohberger case, we unravel the latest legal twists that could change everything. His defense team has now introduced an autism spectrum disorder argument, claiming it should exempt him from the death penalty. But will this strategy hold up in court? We break down the legal implications, expert opinions, and whether this move is a groundbreaking legal defense or a last-ditch effort to spare his life. Meanwhile, Judge Steven Hippler has finally had enough of

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12:06

Will Kohberger's Alleged Autism Spectrum Disorder...

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2025/03/05

Will Kohberger's Alleged Autism Spectrum Disorder Save Him From A Death Sentence? What happens when the strongest defense strategy isn’t proving innocence, but making the jury question everything they thought they knew? Bryan Kohberger’s legal team is running out of moves, and now, they’re playing a psychological game—one that’s less about evidence and more about creating doubt. With all motions denied, they have no choice but to humanize Kohberger, challenge forensic science, and maybe even throw

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13:51

Can an Autism Defense Keep Bryan Kohberger Off Death...

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2025/03/05

Can an Autism Defense Keep Bryan Kohberger Off Death Row? A Legal Breakdown Could claiming autism spectrum disorder really be a life-or-death strategy? Bryan Kohberger's defense team is throwing a curveball, suggesting that ASD should factor into whether he faces the death penalty. But here’s the problem—autism isn’t a get-out-of-execution-free card. In fact, this argument could backfire spectacularly. Former prosecutor Eric Faddis joins to break down the legal implications. Will the jury see this

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8:36

Did Karen Read And Her Defense Get 'Too Close', Ret...

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2025/03/05

Did Karen Read And Her Defense Get 'Too Close', Ret FBI Jennifer Coffindaffer WondersIs Karen Read’s defense team in hot water, or is this just another courtroom circus act? The latest hearing didn’t just put the spotlight on evidence—it exposed a legal brawl over ethics, credibility, and potential misconduct. The prosecution is claiming Read’s defense team played fast and loose with financial ties to expert witnesses, possibly influencing testimony. But is this a legitimate concern or just an

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18:21

The Law of Lori Exoneration or Delusion

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2025/03/05

Lori Vallow Daybell says she will be exonerated. Not maybe. Not possibly. She is certain. And she’s saying this from behind bars, awaiting trial for the murder of her fourth husband, while her current husband sits on death row. If there’s one thing Lori has always had, it’s confidence—whether it’s in her bizarre religious beliefs, her devotion to Chad Daybell, or her ability to deny reality even when it's staring her in the face. This week, she sat down with NBC’s Keith Morrison for what’s being

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12:39

The Mysterious Deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa

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2025/03/05

The unforeseen deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, shocked the world when their bodies were discovered in their Santa Fe, New Mexico, home on February 26, 2025. Authorities responded to a welfare check requested by a maintenance worker who hadn’t heard from the couple in weeks. Upon arrival, law enforcement found Hackman in the mudroom near his cane, as if he had fallen. Arakawa was located in the bathroom near a space heater, with an open prescription bottle and scattered pills on

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53:02

MA v. Karen Read Murder Retrial - Motions Hearing Day...

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2025/03/05

MA v. Karen Read Murder Retrial - Motions Hearing Day 1 PART 1Karen Read's defense team has filed a motion to dismiss based on what they say is "extraordinary governmental misconduct" on the part of the prosecution. Read is charged with second-degree murder and other charges in the death of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, who was found dead in the snow outside of a friend’s home after a night out drinking. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE

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50:40

MA v. Karen Read Murder Retrial - Motions Hearing Day...

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2025/03/05

MA v. Karen Read Murder Retrial - Motions Hearing Day 1 PART 2 Karen Read's defense team has filed a motion to dismiss based on what they say is "extraordinary governmental misconduct" on the part of the prosecution. Read is charged with second-degree murder and other charges in the death of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, who was found dead in the snow outside of a friend’s home after a night out drinking. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE

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23:35

MA v. Karen Read Murder Retrial - Motions Hearing Day...

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2025/03/05

MA v. Karen Read Murder Retrial - Motions Hearing Day 1 PART 3 Karen Read's defense team has filed a motion to dismiss based on what they say is "extraordinary governmental misconduct" on the part of the prosecution. Read is charged with second-degree murder and other charges in the death of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, who was found dead in the snow outside of a friend’s home after a night out drinking. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE

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10:26

'They Paid It' Bob Motta Reacts To Karen Reads...

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2025/03/05

'They Paid It' Bob Motta Reacts To Karen Reads Defense's Claim of 'Surprise' Bill From ARCCA How does a routine court hearing turn into a full-blown legal circus? Welcome to the latest chapter in the Karen Read case, where a simple motion hearing spiraled into a tangled web of accusations, potential sanctions, and even the possible removal of her lead attorney. The courtroom drama reached new heights as Judge Beverly Cannone delayed her ruling, hinting at serious consequences for Read’s defense

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29:45

Richard Allen’s Defense Strikes Back The Evidence the...

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2025/03/04

Richard Allen’s Defense Strikes Back The Evidence the Prosecution Rejected The Delphi murders case took a shocking turn when inmate Ricci Davis claimed that Ron Logan, the original person of interest, confessed to the crime while behind bars. But rather than investigate the claims, the prosecution dismissed them outright—calling Davis an unreliable jailhouse informant and pointing to his failed polygraph test as proof that his story couldn’t be trusted. But was this a fair assessment, or was the

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36:19

Breaking Down The Beliefs of Chad & Lori Vallow...

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2025/03/04

Breaking Down The Beliefs of Chad & Lori Vallow Daybell Part 1 How It Started ORIGINS & BELIEF DEVELOPMENT The story of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow didn’t start with murder—it started with faith twisted into fanaticism. In this episode, we explore the LDS Church’s core beliefs, how mainstream Mormonism views prophecy and the Second Coming, and how Chad and Lori veered from religious devotion into dangerous extremism. Chad’s near-death experiences convinced him he had access to divine

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12:12

Could Autism Impact Kohberger’s Fate? Robin Dreeke...

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2025/03/04

Could autism be the legal loophole that saves Bryan Kohberger from the death penalty? His defense team is tossing out a new argument—Kohberger may be on the autism spectrum, and therefore, less culpable for his alleged crimes. But is this a legitimate factor in understanding his behavior, or just a last-ditch effort to play on the jury’s emotions? Former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down the psychology behind the claim, the shaky science supporting it, and whether this move is a stroke of

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26:02

Judge Cannone’s Warning – What It Means for Karen...

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2025/03/04

Did Karen Read’s defense just make a fatal misstep? The legal battle just got even messier as accusations fly that Read’s team failed to disclose financial ties to expert witnesses—and maybe even scripted testimony. Now, Judge Beverly Cannone is taking her time to weigh serious consequences, from sanctions to outright attorney removal. Defense attorney Bob Motta breaks down just how bad this could get, especially for Alan Jackson, who might be facing a disciplinary nightmare if he's booted from the

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18:08

Why Weren’t the Laundries Charged In Gabby Petito...

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2025/03/04

Why Weren’t the Laundries Charged In Gabby Petito Case? The Legal Loopholes Explained Did the Laundries know more than they let on? It’s the question that has haunted this case from the moment Gabby Petito was reported missing. While the public has already convicted Chris and Roberta Laundrie in the "Court of Common Sense," the real question is—did they actually break the law? We’re diving into the legal mess surrounding the Laundries’ silence, their baffling behavior during the search for Gabby,

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21:13

FBI Expert Says Karen Read’s Defense Was INTENTIONAL...

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2025/03/04

FBI Expert Says Karen Read’s Defense Was INTENTIONAL in Their Actions Why does a high-profile defense team in the Karen Read case seem to be playing fast and loose with the rules—did they just get sloppy, or is something more calculated at play? In the latest courtroom drama, allegations are flying over whether Read’s defense attorneys improperly handled financial ties with expert witnesses and possibly influenced testimony. The judge isn’t rushing to rule, signaling that there’s plenty to unpack

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22:07

Convicted YouTuber Ruby Franke Left Journal Detailing...

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2025/03/04

Before Ruby Franke, the infamous YouTube mom behind the "8Passengers" channel, pleaded guilty to child abuse charges, authorities uncovered something chilling—a handwritten journal detailing the suffering she inflicted on her own children. In it, she described acts of cruelty with a detachment that made even seasoned investigators pause. As revealed in Hulu’s new docuseries Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke, a police investigator reads from the journal, bringing Franke’s own words into

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21:08

Karen Read’s Defense Accuses Prosecution of...

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2025/03/04

The case against Karen Read has taken yet another dramatic turn, and if you thought this legal rollercoaster was slowing down, think again. This week, Read's defense team filed a motion to dismiss all charges, citing "extraordinary governmental misconduct." That’s not just a legal jab—it’s a full-on haymaker, accusing prosecutors of withholding evidence, tampering with the jury, and even altering key video footage that could prove Read’s innocence. For those just tuning in, Karen Read stands

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