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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 fasc...

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 fasc...

Could Bryan Kohberger have transformed from criminology student to accused killer as a way to "show his work" to a professor he idolized? That’s the chilling theory raised by journalist Howard Blum—and in this episode of Hidden Killers, retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke is here to dig into it.

Dr. Katherine Ramsland, Kohberger’s former professor and one of the foremost experts on serial killers, has never commented publicly on her former student. But Blum’s reporting alleges that Kohberger emailed her before and after the murders—and that the killings may have been a twisted pe...

Bryan Kohberger’s Search History Revealed: 'Passed Out,' 'Drugged,' and Ted Bundy Obsession

In this episode, we break down Dateline NBC’s most revealing special yet on the case of Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of murdering four University of Idaho students. This isn’t just a rehash — it’s a deep forensic and psychological look into Kohberger’s alleged behavior before, during, and after the crime. From disturbing internet searches to previously unseen texts and surveillance footage, this case is starting to look more premeditated than ever.

One of the biggest revelations? A text from Ka...

Could Karen Read Have Hit John Without Knowing? FBI Insight Revealed

In this deep dive, Tony Brueski sits down with retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer to tackle a critical question at the heart of the Karen Read trial: Did Karen genuinely not realize she had struck John O'Keefe, or is she hiding the truth? Coffindaffer, drawing from years of investigative experience, analyzes the forensic evidence, Karen’s behavior, and her shifting narrative about that night. Was it genuine confusion, intoxication-induced memory loss, or a deliberate cover-up? Uncover the truth behind the case’s most debated mystery.

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“Murder for Mentorship FBI Profiler Explores Kohberger’s Alleged Obsession with Ramsland”
Was the motive for one of the most haunting mass killings in recent history not rage, not revenge—but academic admiration? In this exclusive interview, Tony Brueski sits down with former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke to dissect the Howard Blum theory that Bryan Kohberger may have murdered four students as a twisted gesture to impress his former criminology professor, Dr. Katherine Ramsland.
This theory has captivated and unsettled the public, offering a motive that feels ripped straight from a psychological thriller. But Dreeke—who specialized in decodin...

Karen Read’s Delusional Rage Accusing Him of What She Was Already Doing

In this compelling episode of Hidden Killers, Tony Brueski sits down with retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer to dissect the explosive revelation of Karen Read's alleged romantic involvement with federal agent Brian Higgins. Together, they delve deep into the text exchanges and reported intimate encounter between Read and Higgins, contrasting her actions against her intense accusations and paranoid fears of infidelity aimed at John O'Keefe. Coffindaffer expertly breaks down the psychological complexity, discussing projection, narcissism, and double standards, and examines how this pivotal contradiction co...

Karen Read's Fatal Assumption Why Did She Think He Was Outside

Before anyone saw a body, before a single flake of snow was disturbed on the front lawn, Karen Read reportedly said, “Did I hit him?” And just like that, the prosecution’s timeline had a behavioral anchor. In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to analyze what that kind of pre-discovery assumption means — not in speculation, but in behavioral science.

We break down what makes this moment so critical: no one had seen John O’Keefe at that point, yet Karen’s panic went...

Crazy Karen Read Claim - McCabe’s 911 Call Was ‘Too Calm’... That’s the Defense’s Argument Now
In this comprehensive analysis, we delve into the perplexing aspects of the Karen Read case, focusing on the events between April 30 and May 2. Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins us to dissect the timeline, scrutinize the controversial snowplow theory, and examine the inconsistencies in Read's statements about her alcohol consumption.

We begin by unraveling the timeline of events, questioning whether Karen Read returned to the scene where Boston police officer John O'Keefe was found dead. What prompted her to go back...

The Question That Could Break the Karen Read Case 'Did I Hit Him', FBI Behavior Expert Talks  

In this episode, we focus on one of the most puzzling—and potentially case-defining—moments in the Karen Read trial. When she allegedly asked, “Did I hit him?” before John O’Keefe’s body had even been discovered, it sent shockwaves through the timeline and raised one chilling question: why would anyone assume that?

Joined by former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke, we take a deep dive into the psychological and behavioral implications of this question. Was it a moment of gen...

In this deep dive into the Karen Read trial, retired FBI Special Agent and Hidden Killers Daily Contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to dissect the stunning courtroom developments. Newly surfaced footage from docuseries interviews shows Karen Read struggling to explain her alcohol consumption on the night of John O'Keefe's death, raising serious questions about her credibility. With raw, unedited clips presented to the jury, experts discuss how Read’s own words could deal a major blow to her defense. Why did her legal team allow these damaging interviews? What do these revelations mean for the future of the case? Tu...

“He’s Dead” — But How Did She Know? Karen Read’s Behavior Before Finding the Body 
 Karen Read said, “Did I hit him?” — before John O’Keefe’s body had been found, before anyone saw a lifeless figure in the yard, before anyone knew anything for sure.
Why would someone ask that question unless they already feared — or knew — the worst?
In this episode, former FBI Special Agent and behavioral expert Robin Dreeke dissects those critical moments before the discovery: the words Karen chose, the panic she displayed, and how a trained profiler reads behavior that doesn’t quite fit the scene.
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Drunken Excuses and Changing Stories: FBI Dissects Karen Read’s Consciousness of Guilt
The Karen Read trial takes a sharp, disturbing turn as the court finally hears raw footage never aired publicly—long-form clips where Read herself painstakingly tries to explain her drinking the night John O'Keefe died. Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins to unravel how Read’s own words may have crippled her credibility, showing denial, confusion, and a chilling lack of self-awareness. What was her defense team thinking, allowing these interviews to happen? As the jury watches her admission—“he didn’t look mortally wounded”—the defense’s at...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

New FBI Breakdown: How Karen Read’s Own Words May Prove Her Guilt
Karen Read's trial is heating up with shocking revelations about new vehicle data from her Lexus that could dramatically impact the case. Retired FBI Special Agent and Hidden Killers Daily contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to break down the hidden car sensor data, missing security footage, and key contradictions in Karen Read’s timeline. Could vehicle black box data finally reveal what really happened that night? Why did Karen call strangers to search for John, and what does her behavior say about potential consciousness of guil...

FBI Expert Reveals the Five Red Flags in Karen Read’s Story That Can’t Be Ignored
In this episode, we dive deep into the disturbing developments in the Karen Read case. Retired FBI Special Agent and Hidden Killers Daily Contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to dissect the courtroom bombshells—from Peggy O’Keefe’s chilling testimony to shocking misconduct revelations involving lead investigator Proctor. As damaging character evidence against Karen Read mounts, new questions arise about her actions the night John O’Keefe died. Was this truly a tragic accident—or something far more sinister? Watch now for insider an...

Karen Read’s Drinking, Excuse Video, and the Silent Confessions She Didn’t Know She Made
In today’s episode of Hidden Killers, retired FBI Special Agent and Hidden Killers Daily contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to break down Karen Read’s latest testimony in the death of John O'Keefe. As Karen details her drinking the night of John’s death, contradictions and odd rationalizations emerge that could devastate her defense. How does her own description of the night feed into the prosecution’s case for second-degree murder? Are her explanations just sloppy storytelling—or critical clues of deeper issues...

As the Bryan Kohberger trial unfolds, the courtroom is becoming a battleground not just for facts, but for words. Terms like "psychopath" and "touch DNA" have been banned—yet "DNA" remains, echoing louder than ever before. In this gripping episode, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer reveals how one defense move may have backfired, possibly strengthening the prosecution's case. We examine the psychological layers, the forensic evidence, the purchase history trail, and the infamous selfie that may haunt Kohberger. Is his defense throwing everything at the wall out of desperation? And what does his click history reveal about premeditation? From th...

Judge Silences Psychopath Talk in Kohberger Case – What the Jury Won’t Hear
In this gripping episode of Hidden Killers, retired FBI Special Agent and contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to dissect the explosive developments in the Bryan Kohberger Idaho murder trial. The defense claims that critical AT&T timing advance records—potentially placing Kohberger at or away from the crime scene—were never disclosed. But AT&T says those records were never stored beyond seven days. Was this an honest oversight, or a legal failing with major implications?

We also dive deep into the defense’s controve...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

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 fasc...

Agent Robin Dreeke breaks down Bryan Kohberger’s reported refusal to provide an alibi in the Idaho student murders case. Is Kohberger’s mother influencing his legal decisions? We dig into reporting by Howard Blum and explore how Kohberger’s overconfidence, lack of contingency planning, and outdated crime research may be sabotaging his own defense.

From the alleged touch DNA on the knife sheath to the absence of a clear alibi, this episode dissects the behavioral patterns and legal decisions shaping one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent memory. Kohberger’s obsession with control, his connections to BTK t...

Why the Jury Won’t Hear How Bryan Kohberger Was Found — and What It Means
In this explosive new update on the Bryan Kohberger case, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to dissect the latest legal rulings—and what they mean for the defense and prosecution. Why did Judge Judge remove terms like “touch DNA” and “psychopath” from the courtroom? Is Ann Taylor’s strategy helping or hurting Kohberger? And how does the Amazon purchase history of the K-bar knife and sheath, along with the damning click trail and cell phone blackout during the murders, all factor in?
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Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke, former head of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, joins us for a revealing breakdown of the Karen Read case. As the trial unfolds, Dreeke dives into her shifting narrative, apparent contradictions, and what her behavior may actually reveal about her role in the death of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe.

We explore how alcohol, emotional reinforcement, and false memory can distort reality—and how Read’s behavior fits a pattern seen in cases involving control, self-victimization, and narrative manipulation. From bizarre Freudian slips to unlikely defense theories involving a well-trained dog, nothin...

Bryan Kohberger, the suspect in the Idaho college murders, isn’t just under legal scrutiny—his behavior is raising serious psychological red flags. Retired FBI Special Agent and behavioral expert Robin Dreeke joins to break down why Kohberger may be refusing to give his legal team an alibi, and how his mother's unwavering support could be influencing his decisions. Is this self-sabotage or something darker? We explore his connection to BTK, outdated criminal methodologies, and the eerie possibility that he never planned to get caught. From forensic gaps to behavioral defiance, this case is becoming a chilling psychological study of alle...

Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins us to break down the latest in the Karen Read trial — a case packed with controversy, forensic inconsistencies, and a fired investigator at the center of it all. Did Karen Read truly back over John O’Keefe with her Lexus SUV? Or is the official narrative falling apart under scrutiny?

We dive into the broken tail light theory, the new Lexus “black box” vehicle data, the behavior of law enforcement during the investigation, and the disturbing questions around crime scene integrity. From alleged misconduct by lead investigator Trooper Proctor to unanswered question...

In this explosive breakdown of the Karen Read case, retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke, former chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, joins us to unravel the psychological and behavioral layers behind Read’s public defense. From shifting narratives about the death of John O'Keefe, to speculative statements like “he didn’t look mortally wounded,” Dreeke brings his expertise to questions of deception, narcissistic behavior, and defense strategy.

We dive into the probabilities behind the defense’s claims, including the alleged involvement of a police dog and theories involving others at the scene. How likely are these claims fro...

Could Bryan Kohberger truly believe he didn’t commit the murders? Or is the rush of violence exactly what he was chasing? In this gripping episode, retired FBI Special Agent and former Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program dissects the chilling psychology of Kohberger—his escalating behavior, possible psychopathy, and the eerie similarities to infamous killers like BTK and the Golden State Killer.

We dive into what makes someone cross the line from fascination with crime to committing one, how fantasy fuels real-world violence, and why Kohberger might have needed to kill again to feel anything at all...

Questioning Karen Read’s Guilt: FBI Agent Coffindaffer Responds to Tough Challenges
In this explosive episode, retired FBI Special Agent and Hidden Killers Daily contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Bruski to dissect the bizarre and unsettling behavior of Karen Read, the woman accused of murdering Boston police officer John O’Keefe. From Read’s unusually vocal media presence to disturbing contradictions in her public statements, we dive deep into whether this is a savvy strategy—or a red flag.

Coffindaffer offers exclusive insight into the psychological traits often seen in high-profile criminal cases, drawing parallels between narcissistic tendenci...

Former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins Tony Brueski to analyze the unraveling murder trial of Karen Read, accused of killing Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe. This episode explores explosive new evidence—vehicle data revealing timeline inconsistencies, the psychological weight of 50+ voicemails, and dog bite forensics that could directly link to O’Keefe’s wounds.

Dreeke dissects Read’s post-crime behavior, drawing from decades of behavioral profiling. From her alleged narcissistic tendencies to her media-driven strategy, this case is riddled with contradictions and psychological intrigue. Phones dumped on military bases, mysteriously vanished dogs, and an army of supporters...

As the Karen Read murder trial intensifies, former FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Tony Brueski to dissect the case's most controversial elements. From a lead investigator fired for misconduct to explosive forensic inconsistencies and new vehicle data extracted from Read's Lexus, this case is spiraling into one of the most complex and legally significant trials in recent memory. Was John O’Keefe struck by Read’s SUV, or is there a deeper cover-up at play? We dive deep into tail light forensics, crime scene reconstructions, and the strange timeline of events surrounding O’Keefe’s death. Don’t miss this urgen...

In a dramatic turn during the Lori Vallow Daybell trial, Alex Cox — Lori’s own brother — becomes the unintentional star witness from beyond the grave. In this gripping episode, Tony Brueski is joined by retired FBI Behavioral Analysis Chief Robin Dreeke to unpack the explosive testimony, recordings, and courtroom strategies that show Lori's inner circle is rapidly unraveling — and turning against her.
As the prosecution lays out its case of conspiracy to murder Charles Vallow, it’s clear that Lori’s bizarre courtroom behavior and cross-examination tactics aren’t helping her defense. But it’s her brother’s past statements and inv...

In what may be the most powerful statement yet in the Delphi murders case, retired FBI Behavioral Analysis Chief Robin Dreeke joins Tony Brueski to declare: “Richard Allen is innocent.” With exclusive insight and expert analysis, Dreeke examines the deeply troubling jailhouse “confessions” made by Allen — confessions riddled with confusion, contradictions, and clear signs of psychotic break and mental collapse.
This episode pulls no punches. Dreeke dismantles the prosecution's reliance on Allen’s recorded calls, exploring how extreme isolation, overmedication, and psychological pressure can lead to false confessions. He explains why Allen’s statements — including claims he killed people who never existe...