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Donna Adelson Trial: Judge Denies Motion for Acquittal, Case Moves Forward In a critical moment in the Trial of Donna Adelson, defense attorney Josh Zelman filed a motion for judgment of acquittal, arguing that prosecutors had failed to provide direct evidence linking Donna Adelson to the murder-for-hire plot that took the life of law professor Dan Markel. It was a bold move—one that, if granted, would have ended the trial immediately and cleared Donna of the charges. But Judge Stephen Everett was quick to shut that door, ruling that the state had provided enough evidence for a reasonable jury to consider. In courtroom terms, this was a decisive victory for the prosecution, ensuring the trial would move into the defense’s case rather than collapsing midstream. Why does this moment matter? Motions for acquittal are standard procedure, but they often signal the defense’s strategy and confidence in poking holes in the state’s case. The denial reinforces the fact that prosecutors have laid enough groundwork—through wiretaps, financial records, and family dynamics—to justify moving forward. For jurors, it underscores that the evidence, though circumstantial, is still strong enough to be weighed carefully. The clip captures the judge’s ruling in real time, marking a turning point in the trial. The defense may continue to argue that the evidence is too thin, but as of now, the jury will hear their side fully—and Donna Adelson will remain squarely in the hot seat as her fate hangs in the balance. #DonnaAdelsonTrial #DanMarkelCase #JudgeEverett #CourtroomDrama #TrueCrime #AdelsonFamily #MurderForHire #TrialUpdates #JusticeForDan #LegalDrama 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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FBI Behavioral Expert Analyzes Donna Adelson’s “Bump” Reaction — The Moment It All Cracked What really happened during the infamous undercover “bump” that exposed Donna Adelson’s alleged involvement in the murder of Dan Markel? In this gripping breakdown, retired FBI Special Agent and behavioral expert Robin Dreeke joins Tony Brueski to analyze the red flags that lit up the moment Donna was confronted with a flyer implying someone knew everything—and her reaction was nothing short of chilling. She didn’t panic. She didn’t call her husband. She didn’t lawyer up. Twenty-two minutes later, she was on the phone with her son Charlie—controlled, calm, and calculated. That single call—and the abrupt stop in money flow to the alleged go-between—told investigators everything they needed to know. Robin explains how law enforcement uses “bumps” to trigger psychological reactions, and how Donna’s lack of one may have spoken louder than anything she could’ve said. This isn’t just courtroom evidence—it’s a behavioral autopsy of a moment that shattered the illusion of innocence. Was Donna already mentally prepared to be exposed? Did she know the walls were closing in? And why did everything suddenly stop the minute that flyer hit her lap? This segment lays the foundation for everything else to come—and you won’t look at Donna Adelson the same way again. Subscribe for more expert breakdowns, true crime deep dives, and exclusive interviews only on Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski. Hashtags: #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #FBIExpert #RobinDreeke #TrueCrime #BehavioralAnalysis #HiddenKillers #MurderTrial #FamilyCrime #CriminalPsychology 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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Donna Adelson Trial: Family Friend Ron Gutterson Describes Donna as ‘Inconsolable’ In this sobering clip from the Trial of Donna Adelson, longtime family friend Ron Gutterson takes the stand as a key defense witness. His testimony deepens the emotional landscape of the case by portraying Donna not as a calculated mastermind, but as a devastated mother reacting to tragedy. Gutterson’s words paint a vivid picture: he called Donna “inconsolable” following her son Charlie's conviction—a reaction he described as “off the wall,” in line with how most parents might respond to such crushing news. This humanizing testimony helps shape the defense’s narrative, supporting their claim that Donna’s subsequent actions were driven by grief, not guilt. He also called Harvey and Donna a “very loving couple,” reaffirming the family-focused, emotionally fracturing environment around her. The Vietnam trip—even though booked one‑way—was described by Gutterson as a temporary escape to clear one’s mind, not an attempt to flee justice. Yet under cross‑examination by the prosecution, he admitted that Donna might have had second thoughts if a warrant had been active. This nuanced back‑and‑forth introduces a layer of complexity, raising questions about intent and context. This courtroom moment underscores the defense’s strategy: evoke empathy, stress grief, and cast suspicion on the prosecution’s “flee narrative.” It's a powerful, emotional pivot that may resonate with jurors beyond the cold logic of evidence. Watch this video to catch Gutterson’s full testimony—see firsthand how emotional testimony and factual precision intersect in a high-stakes true-crime trial.  #DonnaAdelsonTrial #RonGutterson #TrueCrime #CourtroomTestimony #DanMarkelCase #DefenseWitness #FamilyDrama #EmotionalTestimony #VietnamTrip #LegalStrategy 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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Big Breakdown - How Bryan Kohberger Continues To Crumble In Prison EXPOSED Bryan Kohberger is cracking under the weight of his own alleged crimes. In this Big Breakdown, we’re diving deep into the psychological unraveling of the man at the center of one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent memory—the brutal killings of four University of Idaho students. Since his arrest, Kohberger has tried to project calmness and control, but insiders suggest that behind bars, his behavior is anything but composed. From obsessive complaints about jail conditions to alleged attempts to manipulate prison staff and control his environment, what we’re seeing now is a complete collapse of the persona he once projected. In this episode, we expose new details about Kohberger’s current mental state, daily behavior, and what experts are calling signs of deep psychological stress and possible deterioration. With insight from retired FBI agents, legal analysts, and forensic psychologists, we’re pulling back the curtain on what life is really like for Kohberger inside jail walls—and how these developments might affect his upcoming trial. Is Kohberger just trying to exert control the only way he can? Or are we witnessing the genuine psychological breakdown of an accused killer who’s no longer able to maintain the mask? Don’t miss this eye-opening analysis that goes beyond the headlines to break down how a criminology student became the subject of a criminal investigation—and how the pressure may finally be breaking him. Subscribe for more true crime updates, expert commentary, and exclusive trial coverage from Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski. #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TrueCrimePodcast #CriminalPsychology #KohbergerPrison #UniversityOfIdaho #ForensicAnalysis #FBIProfiling #TonyBrueski #HiddenKillersPodcast 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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