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  • Donna Adelson’s Collapse, Kohberger’s Meds EXPOSED & Rex Heuermann’s DNA Bombshell
    Sep 9 2025
    Donna Adelson’s Collapse, Kohberger’s Meds EXPOSED & Rex Heuermann’s DNA Bombshell
    The true crime headlines this week read like a three-act tragedy.

    We begin with Donna Adelson, who just spent her first weekend as a convicted murderer. Cameras caught her courtroom “collapse”—but was it really collapse, or the same manipulation tactic she’s used her entire life? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to unpack why Donna’s outward, audience-scanning “shock” didn’t play, how fear and control ruled her family for decades, and why the jury likely returned so fast. We dive into the psychology of the “look” and the family trauma-bonding that made the Adelsons implode in plain sight.

    Then we pivot to Bryan Kohberger. Newly released photos from his apartment and office offer strange insight—a birthday card from his mom, a smiley face echoing on his office door, disorganized chaos clashing with his “OCD” diagnosis. But the real reveal? A drug code hidden in paperwork pointing to levothyroxine, a thyroid medication that, if mismanaged, can amplify agitation, obsession, and instability. Pair that with his autism, OCD, ADHD, and ARFID diagnoses, and you get a profile of someone rigid, fixated, and increasingly unmoored. These conditions explain quirks, not murder. The choice to kill was his alone—but the context is chilling.

    Finally, the Rex Heuermann case turns a corner. After years of silence, DNA is officially in. A discarded pizza crust tied him to hairs on burlap sacks that wrapped the Gilgo Beach victims. The science? Whole-genome sequencing—a new, court-admitted method that can pull profiles from even hair without roots. Defense cried “never used before.” The judge said, “there’s always a first.” Now, the path to trial is clearer, and the odds of Rex walking away grow slimmer by the day.

    Three cases. Three collapsing facades. Donna, Bryan, Rex. Each revealing that control, denial, and obsession don’t hold forever.

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    2 h y 1 m
  • Bryan Kohberger’s Diagnoses: Autism, OCD, ADHD & ARFID — What They Mean (and Don’t)
    Sep 8 2025
    Bryan Kohberger’s Diagnoses: Autism, OCD, ADHD & ARFID — What They Mean (and Don’t) Bryan Kohberger shocked the world when he admitted to murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022. But in 2025, inside a quiet courtroom, another revelation came to light: a list of mental health diagnoses Kohberger disclosed on his competency waiver. Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). And Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). What do these diagnoses actually mean? And do they shed light on the disturbing path that led Kohberger to stalk, plan, and brutally end four young lives? In this episode, we break down each condition in plain, human terms — autism, OCD, ADHD, ARFID — and explore how they may have shaped certain aspects of Kohberger’s personality and behavior. From his rigid eating habits to his obsessive control over details, from social detachment to hyperfocus on crime, the diagnoses paint a complicated picture of a troubled man. But here’s the crucial point: these conditions explain quirks, not choices. Millions of people live with autism, OCD, ADHD, or ARFID. They face challenges, but they do not commit violent crimes. Kohberger’s actions were not driven by uncontrollable compulsions or neurological destiny. They were deliberate. Calculated. And deadly. This is not a story about labels. It’s about accountability. The court made that clear when Kohberger admitted his conditions did not impair his decision-making. The diagnoses may help us understand him — but they do not excuse him. Join us as we dive into the chilling story of Bryan Kohberger’s courtroom diagnoses, the context behind them, and why they fail to answer the haunting question that still lingers: why? #BryanKohberger #IdahoFour #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #Podcast #Autism #OCD #ADHD #ARFID #TrueCrimePodcast #Justice Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news. This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events. Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience. Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
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  • BREAKING: Bryan Kohberger’s Secret Medication EXPOSED – What It Reveals
    Sep 8 2025
    🚨 Breaking Reveal 🚨 — Newly analyzed evidence photos from Bryan Kohberger’s apartment show something almost everyone overlooked: a prescription slip. The National Drug Code on that slip confirms the medication he was taking at the time of the Idaho murders investigation.

    That drug? Levothyroxine.

    It’s one of the most common medications in the world, prescribed to millions to treat hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid doesn’t produce enough hormone to regulate energy, mood, and metabolism. For most people, Levothyroxine is a safe, life-changing medication. It balances out fatigue, depression, and brain fog caused by low thyroid. But in Kohberger’s case, the fact that he was prescribed it is a major revelation — because it shows us his body chemistry was unstable, and that instability could have collided with his obsessive, compulsive, and rigid tendencies.

    When thyroid levels swing out of range, even briefly, the results can be dramatic: sleeplessness, agitation, racing thoughts, irritability, or on the other end, mental fog and depression. Doctors usually adjust the dose until balance is found, but it can take months or years. And in Kohberger, who was already described by professors as argumentative and obsessive, by classmates as cold and unsettling, and by neighbors as restless at odd hours, this layer of instability takes on a new weight.

    This is not about blaming the drug. Levothyroxine is safe. Millions take it without issue. But it tells us something crucial about Kohberger himself: that beneath the compulsions, the diagnoses, and the obsessive control, he was also living in a body that wasn’t steady. A body that may have sharpened the very edges of his behavior.

    This is the kind of hidden detail that reshapes how we understand the man behind the crimes. Levothyroxine didn’t cause murder. But it exposes another clue to the chaos inside him.

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  • Kohberger’s “Mom Text” & Donna’s Grand Piano How Loyalty Turns Criminal-WEEK IN REVIEW
    Sep 7 2025
    Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.

    This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.

    Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.

    Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.

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  • Inside Bryan Kohberger’s Apartment: The Photos That Redefine the Story
    Sep 5 2025
    Inside Bryan Kohberger’s Apartment: The Photos That Redefine the Story

    In this segment of Hidden Killers, we step inside the newly released photo set from Idaho State Police, capturing the spaces where Bryan Kohberger lived, studied, and—according to investigators—worked to control what others would eventually see. More than five hundred images from the WSU apartment and Hyundai Elantra present a startling split: everyday grad-student life (textbooks, exams, even family birthday cards mailed days after the murders) alongside methodical cleanup where scrutiny was likely, and messy indifference where it probably wasn’t. Former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer and Tony Brueski break down what’s actually meaningful in the images and what’s just visual noise.

    We look at how investigators document “soft goods” like bedding and couches; why bagged hairs and stained fabric can matter even after the headlines fade; and how the Elantra became a secondary scene—processed, dusted, and examined for residue, transfer, and signs of intense cleaning. The big takeaway isn’t a single smoking gun—it’s a pattern: tidy where discovery seemed possible, careless where it felt safe to ignore. That posture lines up with offenders who manage appearances as aggressively as they manage evidence.

    We also address the ethics of disclosure. Families have asked to limit the release of graphic material, and we respect that. Transparency doesn’t require trauma. The photos we discuss avoid gratuitous details; our analysis focuses on process, priority, and credible inferences—what trained eyes look for, and how the public can understand it without spiraling into speculation.

    If you’ve seen the images and wondered what they actually mean, this conversation separates investigative value from voyeuristic distraction. It’s about methodology, not mythology—how documentation works, what “organized” really looks like, and why the most unsettling thing might be the emptiness on the walls.

    Featuring: Tony Brueski & retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer
    Keywords: Bryan Kohberger, Idaho State Police photos, Washington State University apartment, Hyundai Elantra, evidence processing, forensic documentation, cleaning patterns, stained bedding, bagged hairs, transparency ethics, Hidden Killers

    Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #JenniferCoffindaffer #Idaho #Evidence #Forensics #WSU #HyundaiElantra #CrimeAnalysis

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  • Prison Life is Breaking Bryan Kohberger — Full Psychological Analysis
    Sep 5 2025
    Prison Life is Breaking Bryan Kohberger — Full Psychological Analysis

    Prison isn’t built for fragile egos. And Bryan Kohberger — the man convicted of murdering four University of Idaho students — is already proving that point.

    From the moment he entered Idaho’s maximum-security facility, Kohberger began unraveling. His letters and complaints are almost surreal: begging for different vegan meals, obsessing over food portions, writing about harassment through the vents, and demanding to be moved out of J-Block. The man who once portrayed himself as a master of criminal behavior now spends his days panicking about tuna casserole and verbal taunts.

    But prison only magnifies what was already broken. Long before his arrest, Kohberger showed patterns that reveal a fractured psyche. Obsessive porn searches focused on unconscious victims. Compulsive late-night drives that were really about peeping into windows. An inflated ego paired with deep social awkwardness. And a dependence on his parents so strong he called them daily, always “mother” and “father.”

    In this full analysis, psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski to explore the psychology of Bryan Kohberger in and out of prison. Why does humiliation trigger collapse in narcissists? Why do obsessive minds cling to the smallest details — food trays, daily routines — as survival mechanisms? And how do killers like Kohberger compare to others who unraveled in isolation?

    This isn’t just about one inmate’s complaints. It’s a study in how prison strips away illusion, exposing the broken mind beneath. Kohberger may have believed he was smarter than everyone else, but behind bars, his ego is cracking — and the fragments reveal a man whose mind was never whole to begin with.

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    26 m
  • Big Breakdown - Kohberger Is Cracking In Prison! Here's The Latest!
    Sep 4 2025
    Big Breakdown - Kohberger Is Cracking In Prison! Here's The Latest!

    The cracks are showing—and they’re getting wider. In this Big Breakdown, we explore the unraveling of Bryan Kohberger, the accused killer in the Idaho student murders, as his mental state continues to decline behind bars.

    From the outside, Kohberger once appeared calculating, academic, and composed. But inside the jail, his behavior tells a very different story. Sources close to the case are reporting that Kohberger is becoming increasingly agitated, obsessive, and difficult to manage. He’s reportedly filed countless grievances, expressed paranoia, and struggles to adapt to even the most basic aspects of jail life.

    So what does this tell us? Is Kohberger cracking under pressure? Is this behavior part of a long-game legal strategy—or is this the real man emerging when control is stripped away?

    In this episode, Tony Brueski and experts in forensic psychology, criminology, and law enforcement break down what this erratic behavior might mean. We dig into how his mental state could impact his trial, jury perception, and defense narrative. And we ask: if he’s this unhinged behind bars, what does that say about his state of mind before the murders?

    Get ready for a psychological deep dive and a sharp look at the realities of incarceration when the alleged killer is no longer the one holding the clipboard—but the one in the jumpsuit.

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  • Bryan Kohberger’s Broken Brain: Control, Family & Obsession
    Sep 4 2025
    Bryan Kohberger’s Broken Brain: Control, Family & Obsession

    The story of Bryan Kohberger isn’t just about four lives stolen in Moscow, Idaho. It’s also about a lifetime of obsessions, failures, and fractured psychology that built the man accused of those crimes.

    From his teenage years, Kohberger described himself as numb, detached, incapable of empathy. He filled journals and online posts with accounts of feeling unreal, seeing the world through “visual snow,” and struggling to connect with anyone. As he grew older, those feelings didn’t fade — they hardened into obsessions. Nightly “stargazing” drives were really peeping expeditions. Porn searches zeroed in on unconscious women, rape, and voyeurism. Power and control weren’t just fantasies — they became the only way his brain seemed to process intimacy.

    At the same time, Kohberger never cut the cord with his parents. Friends recall him referring to them, even as an adult, as “mother” and “father,” calling daily, relying on them for stability he couldn’t generate for himself. Experts say this dependence highlights fragility: a man desperate for grounding, yet incapable of independence.

    So what drove him? Was his criminology research an academic pursuit, or a desperate attempt to decode himself? Did his failures in relationships, in confidence, in basic human connection funnel him toward darker outlets? Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski to dissect Kohberger’s “broken brain” — the obsessions, the dependence, the fragile ego that demanded dominance but never found identity.

    This is a psychological autopsy of a man who could never quite find himself — and instead tried to build power by taking everything from others.

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