Chad Daybell’s “Ghost Letter”: Inside the Mind of a Murderous Prophet

Chad Daybell’s “Ghost Letter”: Inside the Mind of a Murderous Prophet

In this chilling segment of Hidden Killers Live, Tony Brueski reads and dissects Chad Daybell’s Letter #7 — a rambling, supernatural account written years before the doomsday murders that would make him infamous.

In the letter, Daybell claims that while working as the sexton of a Utah cemetery, he was haunted by the ghost of a petty thief named Eddie — a spirit that supposedly opened gates, picked locks, and moved padlocks onto pegs. He writes that he eventually told Eddie to “go toward the light,” and that the disturbances stopped.

Then the letter descends into something far darker. Daybell describes being electrically jolted and shoved by an unseen force while probing a “haunted grave.” He calls it a demonic attack and connects it to the same “evil legions” described in 19th-century LDS texts. To him, it wasn’t psychosis or imagination — it was confirmation of his divine purpose.


From there, he recounts hearing a dozen disembodied voices outside his window shouting, “We hate your books!” and claims this was proof that Satan opposed his writing. For Chad, it all fit the narrative: he wasn’t an aspiring author with an obsession — he was a spiritual warrior under attack.


That mindset — the blending of fantasy, religion, and grandiosity — would become the foundation of his later relationship with Lori Vallow, the “prophetess” who believed their murders were part of God’s plan.


Tony breaks down how this letter foreshadowed everything that came next:

  • The God complex behind Chad Daybell’s self-anointed mission.

  • His habit of reframing delusion as divine validation.

  • The chilling psychological progression from “I saw a ghost” to “I’m chosen to cleanse the world.”

It’s one of the most haunting pieces of writing from any modern-day killer — not because of its ghost story, but because of the mind telling it.


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Harvey + Wendy: The Adelson Family’s Remaining Targets

Harvey + Wendy: The Adelson Family’s Remaining Targets

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Donna Adelson’s Courtroom Meltdowns EXPOSED | Family Turns Against Her

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Donna Adelson’s Courtroom Meltdowns EXPOSED | Family Turns Against Her Donna Adelson wanted jurors to see a sweet grandmother fighting for her family. Instead, they saw a controlling matriarch who couldn’t contain her rage. Her courtroom outbursts forced repeated warnings from the judge — even after the guilty verdict was read. In this segment, we analyze how her failed “grandma strategy” clashed with evidence of her obsessive control. Former prosecutor Eric Faddis explains why image matters in court — and how Donna’s demeanor may have backfired. We also break down the shocking testimony from inside her own family: daughter Wendy Adelson and son Robert, describing a mother who manipulated every aspect of their lives. What happens when your children are the ones confirming the prosecution’s story? This cut dives into the psychology, the courtroom optics, and why jurors believed them. #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #AdelsonFamily #WendiAdelson #RobertAdelson #HiddenKillers #TonyBrueski #truecrime #trialcoverage 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

8 Sep 14min

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7 Sep 59min

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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 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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7 Sep 16min

Moldy Cash & A One-Way Flight Donna Adelson’s Panic Spiral-WEEK IN REVIEW

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7 Sep 13min

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