The Unseen Horror: Roommate Trauma in the Kohberger Case

The Unseen Horror: Roommate Trauma in the Kohberger Case

The Unseen Horror: Roommate Trauma in the Kohberger Case

In this deeply sensitive and crucial episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we confront the behavioral and trauma-informed aspects surrounding the surviving roommates in the Bryan Kohberger case. With FBI Special Agent (Ret.) Jennifer Coffindaffer, we delve into the timeline of events within the house, the delayed 911 call, and the real-time text messages—such as “I’m really confused rn” and “I’m freaking out”—sent hours before the crime scene was discovered. Their silence and behavior have sparked intense speculation and online conspiracy theories, but what does the FBI’s understanding of trauma and human response tell us?

Jennifer helps us understand, from a trauma psychology standpoint, what might explain the roommates’ decision to wait hours before calling 911. We explore how the brain responds to fear in ambiguous situations, like encountering a masked intruder, and the inherent unreliability of memory under extreme duress. She addresses the public criticism and online conspiracies directed at the roommates, offering a vital perspective on the realities of trauma. We examine how the FBI is trained to interpret digital communications like these texts, discerning between "excited utterances" and indicators of profound trauma.

The discussion also tackles the reliability of the roommate's identification of the suspect, particularly the "bushy eyebrows" detail in a dark hallway, post-trauma. Jennifer provides insights into whether survivors of such horrific events typically suffer from survivor's guilt and how this can impact their cooperation with investigators. We learn about the FBI’s protocols for psychological interviews with traumatized witnesses and what specific information they would seek. Finally, we consider how these texts might have impacted the prosecution’s case if it had gone to trial and the robust measures in place to protect and prepare civilian witnesses for such high-profile proceedings. This episode aims to foster empathy and understanding for those who endured unimaginable horror.

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#TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #TraumaPsychology #WitnessTestimony #IdahoMurders #BryanKohberger #SurvivingRoommates #911Call #PTSD #VictimSupport #ForensicPsychology #CrisisResponse #Empathy #CrimeAnalysisEpisode 4: “The Motive Void: What We Still Don’t Know—and What Might Still Come Out”
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Why Do People Still Defend Kohberger + FBI Apartment Breakdown-WEEK IN REVIEW

Why Do People Still Defend Kohberger + FBI Apartment Breakdown-WEEK IN REVIEW

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

13 Sep 21min

Numerology & Murder: Did Kohberger Choose His Victims By the Numbers?-WEEK IN REVIEW

Numerology & Murder: Did Kohberger Choose His Victims By the Numbers?-WEEK IN REVIEW

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

13 Sep 13min

Kohberger’s Creepy Codes: What Do His Flight Numbers Really Mean? -WEEK IN REVIEW

Kohberger’s Creepy Codes: What Do His Flight Numbers Really Mean? -WEEK IN REVIEW

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

13 Sep 14min

Bryan Kohberger’s Creepiest Selfies: What They Reveal About His Narcissism-WEEK IN REVIEW

Bryan Kohberger’s Creepiest Selfies: What They Reveal About His Narcissism-WEEK IN REVIEW

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

13 Sep 14min

Bryan Kohberger’s Disturbing Selfies: The Tragic Case of Baby Emmanuel Haro | Hidden Killers Live-WEEK IN REVIEW

Bryan Kohberger’s Disturbing Selfies: The Tragic Case of Baby Emmanuel Haro | Hidden Killers Live-WEEK IN REVIEW

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

13 Sep 1h 54min

Kohberger Exposed: Apartment Photos, “Hidey Hole” Theory & Thyroid Rx Reveal

Kohberger Exposed: Apartment Photos, “Hidey Hole” Theory & Thyroid Rx Reveal

Kohberger Exposed: Apartment Photos, “Hidey Hole” Theory & Thyroid Rx Reveal  This complete segment pulls together the newly released visuals and details surrounding Bryan Kohberger—from the stark images of his apartment to a prescription bottle that has ignited fresh debate. We start inside the living space: bare walls, stripped shelves, missing shower curtain, abundant cleaning supplies, and documented blood traces and handprints. With retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer, Tony Brueski considers whether the minimalism was style—or a deliberate post-crime scrub-down akin to the reported disassembly and cleaning of Kohberger’s vehicle. The conversation stays grounded in what the photos actually show while acknowledging the investigative inferences professionals weigh during a major true crime case. Academic files and graded essays appear routine to a criminology-trained eye, but the personal artifacts stand out—most notably the birthday cards dated just after the murders, including a card from Kohberger’s mother that frames him as both the formal academic and the uncontrolled force. Those notes, combined with a self-congratulatory selfie and tight birthday timing, help sketch a portrait of self-image and ritualized thinking without veering into speculation. The segment then addresses the most debated non-paper item: bear spray. Coffindaffer lays out a theory many analysts have floated—the idea of a remote cache or “hidey hole” containing indicia of the crime (garments, knife, reminders), with bear spray serving as practical protection for return trips into wooded areas. The discussion references circuitous travel routes, a shovel with “dirt” comparisons, and why investigators map movements against potential stash sites. The final act is the levothyroxine (thyroxine) prescription seen in the apartment. No one suggests the drug causes violence; millions take it safely. The point is evidentiary: it’s notable that a routine thyroid medication is present while other prescriptions one might expect—given public claims of ASD, OCD, ADHD, and ARFID—were not documented in this search. That absence raises procedural questions for both sides: who prescribed the thyroid med, for how long, was he adherent, did he travel with a second bottle, and what—if anything—was in his “go bag”? Coffindaffer explains why defense teams probe medication timelines, how adherence can affect energy and appetite, and why establishing what was (and wasn’t) in his possession matters for narrative and strategy. Presented in a serious, cinematic true crime news style, this is a comprehensive, fact-forward recap designed to keep you fully informed without sensationalism. Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #TrueCrime #IdahoCase #Evidence #ApartmentPhotos #Levothyroxine #BearSpray #Investigation #BreakingNews #HiddenKillers 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

13 Sep 25min

Big Breakdown - Kohberger's Bad MONTH In Prison EXPOSED

Big Breakdown - Kohberger's Bad MONTH In Prison EXPOSED

Big Breakdown - Kohberger's Bad MONTH In Prison EXPOSED It’s been a brutal month behind bars for Bryan Kohberger—and the cracks are starting to show. In this Big Breakdown, we look at reports of paranoia, weight loss, eerie silence, and obsessive pacing in his cell. He’s isolated, under constant watch, and sources say his mental state is slipping fast. Is the pressure of trial breaking him down—or was he already unraveling?  We dig into his behavior, jailhouse sources, and what experts say could come next.  Drop your thoughts in the comments—do YOU think he’s losing it? Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #BigBreakdown #JailhouseUnraveling #TrueCrimeToday #HiddenKillers #MentalBreakdown #PreTrialBehavior #IdahoMurders #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

11 Sep 43min

Why Do People Still Defend Kohberger? + FBI Apartment Breakdown

Why Do People Still Defend Kohberger? + FBI Apartment Breakdown

Why Do People Still Defend Kohberger? + FBI Apartment Breakdown In this extended final segment, the hosts wrap up their raw live discussion on Kohberger before handing the mic to retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer for a chilling deep dive. First, Tony, Stacy, and Todd tackle the culture of Kohberger defenders — people still making excuses online, ignoring mountains of evidence. Tony unleashes on the dangers of sympathy for predators, questioning what it says about those defending him. The group ties this into numerology theories — how Kohberger may have chosen dates, addresses, and timing as part of a narcissistic “signature.” Then, Jennifer Coffindaffer joins to unpack newly released photos from Kohberger’s apartment and office. What investigators found was disturbing: stripped walls, minimalist spaces, cleaning supplies, birthday cards, blood traces, and even bear spray. Coffindaffer outlines her “hidey hole” theory — that Kohberger stashed the knife and clothing in secluded areas, similar to Ted Bundy revisiting crime scene trophies. The result is a gripping combination of live banter and expert analysis, tying together narcissism, numerology, forensic details, and FBI insight into what might still be hidden out there. Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #TonyBrueski #KohbergerTrial #CrimeScene #TrueCrimeCommunity 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

11 Sep 21min

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