How Genetic Genealogy Was Used To Locate Bryan Kohberger
Genetic genealogy is a field that combines traditional genealogy research with modern DNA testing techniques to trace familial relationships and ancestry through genetic information. It involves analyzing an individual's DNA to uncover their genetic heritage, connect with distant relatives, and map out family trees. This approach has gained significant popularity due to advancements in DNA sequencing technology, particularly in the form of direct-to-consumer DNA testing kits.Here's how genetic genealogy works and how it's used by investigators:DNA Testing: Individuals interested in exploring their genetic heritage and family history can submit their DNA samples through services provided by companies like AncestryDNA, 23andMe, and MyHeritageDNA. These companies analyze specific segments of the submitted DNA to identify genetic markers that are common among different populations and individuals.Genetic Markers: Certain sections of the DNA, particularly those found in the Y chromosome (passed from father to son) and the mitochondrial DNA (passed from mother to all offspring), contain genetic markers that can be used to identify ancestral lineages. Autosomal DNA, which is inherited from both parents, is also examined to find matches with other individuals in the testing company's database.Matching and Comparison: Testing companies compare an individual's genetic markers with those of other users in their databases. If two individuals share a significant amount of genetic material, they are considered genetic matches. The more segments of DNA they share, the closer their relationship is likely to be.Building Family Trees: Genetic genealogy involves constructing family trees using a combination of traditional genealogical research and the information gained from DNA matches. By connecting with other users who share segments of DNA, individuals can extend their family trees and discover new branches of their lineage.Identifying Common Ancestors: As more people participate in DNA testing, the chances of finding common ancestors increase. Overlapping segments of shared DNA can help identify specific ancestors or ancestral groups that are shared among related individuals.Forensic and Investigative Applications: Genetic genealogy has also found applications in criminal investigations. Law enforcement agencies have used DNA databases to identify unknown perpetrators of crimes like murder and sexual assault. In cases where traditional investigative methods have been unsuccessful, investigators can upload DNA profiles from crime scenes to genealogy databases and identify potential relatives of the suspect based on shared genetic markers.Building Family Trees for Identification: Once potential relatives of the suspect are identified, investigators work to build family trees using genealogical records, such as birth certificates, marriage records, and obituaries. By tracing the shared ancestry of these relatives, law enforcement can narrow down the list of potential suspects to a smaller pool.Narrowing Down Suspects: Investigative genetic genealogy can help law enforcement focus on specific individuals who fit the profile of the unknown suspect based on age, location, and other relevant factors. This process has led to the successful identification and capture of suspects in several high-profile cases.Bryan Kohberger was tracked down by authorities using genealogy according to sources. While the process is not even admissable in court, it is an important tool for investigators who are trying to solve complex cases.In this episode, we hear from one of the industry leaders in the field of genealogy who is discussing how the process works and what goes into an operation such as this.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:How Idaho cops used genetic genealogy to trace suspect Bryan Kohberger's distant relatives | Daily Mail OnlineBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
22 Elo 17min
The Secrecy Surrounding Bryan Kohberger's School Records
As we continue inching closer to the Bryan Kohberger Preliminary trial, we are learning more about the man who the government says murdered four college students in their home in the early morning hours on November 13th.In this episode, we get a look behind the curtain of Bryan Kohberger's time working for the school district in Pennsylvania and what, if anything, those records might contain.(commercial at 15:46)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger’s former school district won’t talk. But it turned over records for Moscow case (yahoo.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
22 Elo 21min
Bryan Kohberger And His Court Appearance On August 18th 2023
Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of murdering four college students in their home during the early morning hours of November 13th was in court again yesterday where the defense and the prosecution had a hearing in front of Judge John Judge that lasted multiple hours.In this episode we take a dive into the hearing and see what went down during the proceedings and where things currently stand as of now. (commercial at 10:35)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Genetic genealogy focus of Bryan Kohberger hearing in Idaho (lawandcrime.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
21 Elo 14min
The Surviving Roommates In Moscow And The Survivors Guilt They Carry
Survivor's guilt is a complex and often distressing emotional and psychological response that occurs when an individual feels guilty for surviving a traumatic event or situation when others did not. It is most commonly associated with situations like:Natural Disasters: When people survive earthquakes, hurricanes, or other natural disasters while others perish.Accidents: Surviving a car crash, plane crash, or other accidents where others involved did not survive.Combat: Soldiers who return from war zones where their comrades were killed in action.Illness: Surviving a serious illness or medical condition when others with similar conditions did not make it.Mass Shootings or Acts of Violence: Survivors of mass shootings or violent incidents may experience survivor's guilt if they escaped while others were injured or killed.Survivor's guilt can manifest in various ways, including:Feelings of Guilt: Survivors may question why they lived while others died, leading to feelings of guilt and self-blame.Flashbacks and Intrusive Thoughts: Recurrent, distressing memories of the traumatic event may plague survivors.Depression and Anxiety: Survivors may experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).Social Withdrawal: They may isolate themselves from friends and family, believing they don't deserve happiness or connection.Physical Symptoms: Survivor's guilt can manifest physically, with symptoms like headaches, nausea, and fatigue.Self-Destructive Behavior: In extreme cases, survivors may engage in self-destructive behaviors, such as substance abuse or reckless actions.Understanding survivor's guilt is important because it can have a profound impact on an individual's mental and emotional well-being. It can also affect their relationships and overall quality of life. Treatment typically involves therapy, particularly trauma-focused therapies like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Support from friends, family, and support groups can also be beneficial in helping survivors cope with these challenging feelings.In this episode, we hear from a source that both surviving roommates are suffering from survivors guilt and that both have had a very difficult time in the wake of the murders.(commercial at 8:54)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Survivor's Guilt: Definition, Symptoms, Traits, Causes, Treatment (verywellmind.com)source:Roommates of Idaho Students 'Feel Survivor's Guilt' About Murders (people.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
21 Elo 13min
The Jeffrey Epstein Congressional Hearings: A True Pursuit Of Justice Or Just Optics? (Part 2) (8/21/25)
The congressional hearings surrounding Jeffrey Epstein are less about justice and more about optics. Behind the staged outrage, secret depositions, and selective leaks lies a carefully managed narrative meant to pacify the public while protecting the powerful. Key figures tied to the original Non-Prosecution Agreement—Acosta, Mukasey, Filip, Menschel, Villafaña—have never been subpoenaed, a glaring omission that reveals the process is not about uncovering truth but about burying it. Rather than transparency, we are handed redactions, secrecy, and closed-door questioning that serve only to shield institutions complicit in Epstein’s protection.What the public is witnessing is a modern-day bread and circus. Instead of gladiators, we are given congressional theatrics designed to create the illusion of accountability while ensuring nothing of substance changes. Survivors remain sidelined, critical testimony is hidden, and the system that enabled Epstein continues untouched. The hearings are not a path to justice but a spectacle of distraction, meant to drain outrage, exhaust demands for truth, and keep the machinery of power intact. Until the curtain of secrecy is torn down, accountability will remain an illusion.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
21 Elo 16min
The Jeffrey Epstein Congressional Hearings: A True Pursuit Of Justice Or Just Optics? (Part 1) (8/21/25)
The congressional hearings surrounding Jeffrey Epstein are less about justice and more about optics. Behind the staged outrage, secret depositions, and selective leaks lies a carefully managed narrative meant to pacify the public while protecting the powerful. Key figures tied to the original Non-Prosecution Agreement—Acosta, Mukasey, Filip, Menschel, Villafaña—have never been subpoenaed, a glaring omission that reveals the process is not about uncovering truth but about burying it. Rather than transparency, we are handed redactions, secrecy, and closed-door questioning that serve only to shield institutions complicit in Epstein’s protection.What the public is witnessing is a modern-day bread and circus. Instead of gladiators, we are given congressional theatrics designed to create the illusion of accountability while ensuring nothing of substance changes. Survivors remain sidelined, critical testimony is hidden, and the system that enabled Epstein continues untouched. The hearings are not a path to justice but a spectacle of distraction, meant to drain outrage, exhaust demands for truth, and keep the machinery of power intact. Until the curtain of secrecy is torn down, accountability will remain an illusion.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
21 Elo 11min
Morning Update: Judge Berman Denies The DOJ's Request To Unseal Maxwell Grand Jury Documents (8/21/25)
The third judge has now denied the Trump administration’s request to release Epstein’s grand jury documents, and while it’s being spun as a setback, the truth is the administration knew this was coming all along. Grand jury materials are sealed by design, and no court was going to break decades of precedent. The request was never about actually getting those documents—it was about making a move that was guaranteed to fail, so the administration could later point to the denial as proof that the system had tied their hands. In other words, the loss was baked into the strategy from the start.Now the denial has become the centerpiece of a carefully scripted narrative. The administration and its allies are out in force, claiming they sought transparency only to be blocked by the courts, painting themselves as victims of a cover-up. But the truth is, if they truly wanted the Epstein files exposed, there were other levers of power they could have pulled. Instead, they opted for a performative stunt designed to fail, knowing the denial would hand them a scapegoat. It’s political theater masquerading as justice, and while the spin benefits them, the victims remain forgotten and the truth stays buried.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Judge declines to unseal grand jury material in Jeffrey Epstein case - CBS NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
21 Elo 12min
Murder In Moscow: Bryan Kohberger Is Being Threatened By Fellow Inmates (8/21/25)
Bryan Kohberger, who is serving four consecutive life sentences at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution (IMSI), has filed formal complaints detailing verbal threats and sexual harassment shortly after his transfer to J‑Block in late July. In a handwritten note dated July 30, he described being subjected to minute‑by‑minute harassment and asked to be moved to the quieter B‑Block. Five days later, on August 4, he submitted another complaint specifically citing crude sexual remarks from fellow inmates—one allegedly told him, “I’ll b--- f-- you,” while another quipped, “The only a-- we’ll be eating is Kohberger’s.” A guard confirmed hearing vulgar language directed at him, though could not identify the speaker, and Kohberger’s transfer request has been denied, with officials noting he reportedly still “feels safe to remain on tier 2 in J‑Block.”Beyond these direct threats, reports indicate psychological harassment is already taking a toll. Inmates are reportedly taunting Kohberger continuously—including yelling through the vents in his cell—which has disrupted his sleep and mental well‑being. Despite being housed alone, the relentless nature of the harassment has prompted multiple complaints to prison staff. Authorities have acknowledged the taunting but maintain that security and order are being upheld, stating that verbal interactions among inmates are common and that Kohberger remains in a safe environment..to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kohberger complaints rise in first month of prison in Idaho | Idaho StatesmanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
21 Elo 14min
