If Wendi Adelson KNEW: Psychotherapist Breaks Down the Mind Games

Inside the Weapon That Killed Charlie Kirk: A Forensic Firearms Breakdown In a shocking case that has gripped both the true crime community and the national conversation, the assassination of Charlie Kirk in Orem, Utah, has sparked heated debate about evidence, firearms, and the forensic science behind the weapon used. Prosecutors allege that Tyler Robinson, now facing murder and six related charges, carried out the killing with a World War II-era Mauser rifle—an heirloom firearm passed down from his grandfather. On Break the Case, host Jennifer Coffindaffer sat down with forensic expert and professor Stephanie Walcott to dissect the weapon and the ballistics evidence, offering critical insight into just how powerful and precise this rifle truly is. Walcott, with nearly 20 years of experience as a firearms and toolmark examiner, explained that the .30-06 Mauser is a weapon designed for long-distance accuracy, often used in military combat and later adapted for big game hunting. With a high-quality modern scope—valued at around $2,000 according to Robinson himself—the rifle becomes deadly accurate at 150 to 200 yards, making the shot that killed Kirk “relatively easy” for even a moderately skilled shooter. This was not the work of a shadowy professional sniper, Walcott emphasized, but rather someone with a dependable, high-grade weapon capable of inflicting catastrophic damage. The forensic analysis revealed the immense stopping power of a .30 caliber round, which carries exponentially greater energy compared to typical handgun ammunition. Walcott described how the sheer velocity and force behind the bullet would cause devastating internal trauma upon impact, consistent with the purpose of such rounds in hunting large game. This chilling scientific breakdown underscores why investigators are confident in tying the weapon—and Robinson—to the crime. As courtroom proceedings continue, the combination of forensic science, eyewitness claims, and Robinson’s own concern over returning the weapon to his father paint a disturbing picture of priorities and intent. The question looming over this case is no longer whether the shot was possible—but why it was taken. #truecrime #CharlieKirk #TylerRobinson #ballistics #murdertrial #forensicscience #criminaljustice #breakingnews #firearmsexpert #justice 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

If Wendi Adelson DIDN’T Know: Living Under the Shadow Donna Adelson & Murder What if Wendi Adelson didn’t know? In this segment, the focus shifts to the other possibility — that Wendi was in the dark but still forced to live with the fallout of her family’s deadly choices. Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott explains how trauma, survivor’s guilt, and family enmeshment can shape someone’s reactions even when they aren’t guilty themselves. The discussion dives into the possibility that Wendi suspected her family was capable of terrible things but had no direct knowledge. How do you live when your deepest fears about your family might be true, but you can’t prove them? And what happens when the outcome — the relocation she wanted — comes true, but at the cost of a murder she didn’t ask for? The segment also looks at the long-term toll of living under constant suspicion. Even if Wendi was innocent, every headline, every courtroom appearance, every whisper ties her closer to a murder conspiracy. The mental burden of that kind of scrutiny can warp anyone’s sense of safety and identity. This “what if she didn’t know” scenario isn’t a free pass — it’s a different kind of prison. One built from trauma, fear, and the knowledge that she benefited from a horrific crime whether she wanted to or not. 👉 Watch the analysis of how innocence in a toxic family can still destroy a life. Subscribe to catch every angle of this case as it continues to unfold. Hashtags:  #WendiAdelson #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #Psychology #FamilyTrauma #CourtroomDrama #AdelsonFamily #CrimePodcast 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

If Wendi Adelson KNEW: Psychotherapist Breaks Down the Mind Games Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins the conversation, bringing a professional lens to the question haunting the case: what if Wendi Adelson actually knew? In this segment, the team explores the psychology of complicity. Could Wendi’s scattered interview responses reflect someone who was covering up knowledge of her family’s role in Dan Markel’s murder? Shavaun explains how people in enmeshed families often compartmentalize, splitting their lives into separate realities. On the outside, Wendi was a respected law professor and mother. But if she knew, privately she may have been carrying the weight of a devastating secret — one that fractured her identity into two halves. The discussion also highlights Donna Adelson’s outsized role as a domineering, controlling matriarch. Raised in that environment, Wendi may have lacked the tools to assert independence. If she knew her family was involved, how could she have processed that truth while still functioning in her professional and public life? The conversation paints a chilling picture of how someone could live with knowledge of a horrific crime and still present a polished, even sympathetic, exterior. And it raises the question: if Wendi knew, how much of her behavior was guilt — and how much was survival inside a toxic family system? 👉 Watch as expert insight peels back the psychological layers of the Adelson case. Hit subscribe to never miss the breakdowns that go deeper than the headlines. Hashtags:  #WendiAdelson #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #AdelsonFamily #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #Psychology #CourtroomDrama #MurderCase #CrimePodcast 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

Did Wendi Adelson Slip Up? Nervous Contradictions Caught on Tape The interrogation continues — and Wendi Adelson’s answers only get stranger. In this segment, Tony, Stacy, and Todd pause and analyze as her story zig-zags through contradictions and defensive rambling. From insisting no one could want Dan Markel dead to suddenly floating multiple theories, her nervous energy fills the room. The team points out how her tone shifts depending on the question — at times defiant, at times almost childlike. They compare her to her mother, Donna, who also has a knack for spewing half-truths and denials whenever backed into a corner. Wendi’s performance raises the same central question: is this just shock and trauma talking, or is she carefully trying to dodge what she knows? What makes this segment especially gripping is the blend of serious analysis with raw honesty about how anyone might behave under police pressure. The hosts even share their own experiences being interrogated for unrelated reasons, showing just how intimidating the process can be. But in Wendi’s case, the nervous tangents and contradictions don’t feel random — they feel like pieces of truth slipping out by accident. This isn’t courtroom theater; it’s the raw, messy, unfiltered first reaction of someone whose family would later be tied directly to a murder plot. And whether Wendi knew it or not, her words here would echo through the years of trials, appeals, and speculation that followed. 👉 Stay with us as we break down what Wendi said — and what she didn’t say — in this crucial part of the investigation. Don’t forget to subscribe for more true crime deep dives. Hashtags:  #WendiAdelson #DanMarkel #DonnaAdelson #AdelsonFamily #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #PoliceInterview #CourtroomDrama #MurderCase #CrimePodcast 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

Wendi Adelson’s Nervous Rambling to Police — What Does It Reveal?  In this segment, Hidden Killers Live rewinds to one of the earliest and most telling moments in the Dan Markel murder case: Wendi Adelson’s very first police interview. The father of her children had just been gunned down, and police needed answers. What they got instead was a jumble of contradictions, tangents, and nervous oversharing. Tony, Stacy, and Todd watch closely as Wendi reacts to the devastating news. At first she insists everyone loved Dan, then pivots to pointing out his new girlfriend, oddly focusing on her looks. She waffles between denial and suspicion, almost as if she’s scattering possibilities into the air to see what sticks. Her words don’t land like those of a grieving ex-wife — they land like someone on edge, already trying to cover ground before accusations even surface. The hosts point out how immature some of Wendi’s comments sound, especially for a law professor. From obsessing about appearances to nervously asking if she might be a suspect, Wendi’s behavior raises questions that echo years later in court. Is this simply shock, or was she too close to the truth for comfort? This early interrogation clip lays the groundwork for everything that followed in the Adelson case, and the commentary digs deep into the psychology behind her answers. Was Wendi just overwhelmed by tragedy, or were these the first cracks in a carefully constructed facade? 👉 Dive into this segment for one of the most revealing early looks at Wendi Adelson’s mindset. And hit subscribe to stay on top of every twist in this ongoing case. Hashtags:  #WendiAdelson #DanMarkel #DonnaAdelson #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #PoliceInterview #MurderCase #AdelsonFamily #CourtroomDrama #CrimePodcast 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

Donna Adelson’s DESPERATE Appeal: Juror TikTok, Bias Claims & More The focus shifts squarely onto Donna Adelson’s official appeal — and the cracks in her defense are glaring. Tony, Stacy, and Todd lay out the claims point by point, revealing just how shaky her legal team’s strategy appears. Among the arguments: a juror posted on TikTok during the trial, another juror spoke out after the fact, and Donna’s defense insists her courtroom reactions shouldn’t have been considered at all. Add to that an allegation of “judicial favoritism” because the prosecution was given more time to set up technology, and the picture becomes clear: this isn’t a strong legal attack, it’s a desperate attempt to find any lifeline. The team doesn’t let these arguments slide. They dissect them with sharp analysis and biting humor. Should a TikTok post really overturn a conviction in a murder-for-hire conspiracy? Should a jury ignore how a defendant reacts in the middle of trial testimony? And is it really the judge’s fault if Donna’s lawyer can’t figure out how to use a projector? What becomes obvious in this breakdown is that Donna’s defense isn’t presenting new evidence or major legal flaws — they’re trying to poke holes where none exist. This segment highlights just how weak the appeal looks in real time and raises the question: Is this just going through the motions, or does Donna truly believe these arguments will set her free? 👉 Watch the full segment to see why Donna Adelson’s appeal may be one of the least convincing courtroom strategies we’ve seen in recent memory. Don’t forget to subscribe for daily deep dives into the cases shaking the true crime world. Hashtags:  #DonnaAdelson #AdelsonAppeal #DanMarkel #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #JurorMisconduct #AppealProcess #AdelsonFamily #MurderTrial 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

Donna Adelson’s Appeal Lawyer EXPOSED: Working Out of a Crematorium?! In this explosive opening of Hidden Killers Live, Tony, Stacy, and Todd dive headfirst into one of the strangest details to ever emerge in the Adelson family saga. Donna Adelson, convicted and sentenced to life, is now appealing her case — but the revelation that her lawyer is operating out of a crematorium adds a level of absurdity almost too strange to believe. The team takes this jaw-dropping detail and unpacks it with equal parts dark humor and sharp commentary. Is this a legitimate law practice, or the punchline to a very morbid joke? The crew riffs on funeral discounts, “toasted” senior deals, Senka instant coffee at memorials, and even stories of bizarre radio station remotes hosted at cemeteries. From dark comedy to unsettling truths, this segment proves that when it comes to the Adelsons, the line between the bizarre and the tragic is razor thin. But beyond the laughs, this segment raises serious questions about the state of Donna’s defense and the surreal twists that keep surfacing in this already infamous case. If the woman at the center of a high-profile murder conspiracy is placing her future in the hands of a lawyer with a side hustle in cremation, what does that say about her chances of overturning her conviction? This segment sets the tone for an episode that’s as chilling as it is surreal, showing how true crime often blurs the line between grim reality and darkly comic absurdity. 👉 Don’t miss the full breakdown — hit subscribe and join the conversation as we dig deeper into the Adelson family’s unraveling. Hashtags:  #DonnaAdelson #AdelsonFamily #DanMarkel #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #WendiAdelson #MurderAppeal #Crematorium #CrimePodcast 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

Donna Adelson’s Appeal EXPOSED + Wendi Adelson’s Interrogation — COMPLETE Breakdown! In this Hidden Killers Live special, we dedicate a full two hours to the unraveling of the Adelson family, breaking down Donna Adelson’s desperate appeal and Wendi Adelson’s unforgettable police interview. From the bizarre revelation that Donna’s appeal lawyer operates out of a crematorium to the flimsy legal arguments her team is raising, nothing is off the table. The first half of this deep dive unpacks Donna Adelson’s appeal step by step: juror TikTok posts, claims of judicial bias, and arguments about courtroom reactions. With sharp humor and hard analysis, Tony, Stacy, and Todd show how weak and desperate these defenses appear — and why the appeal is unlikely to succeed. Then the spotlight turns to Wendi Adelson. We revisit her initial police interview after the murder of Dan Markel, where her nervous rambling, contradictions, and bizarre tangents paint a disturbing picture. Did she know more than she was saying? Or was she simply overwhelmed? The team dissects every twist in her words, comparing her behavior to the controlling influence of her mother, Donna. Joining the discussion is psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott, who offers expert insight into the psychology of the Adelson family. She examines both possibilities: what if Wendi knew, and what if she didn’t? From compartmentalization and trauma to toxic family loyalty and control, Shavaun helps us understand the deeper forces that could have shaped Wendi’s words and actions. The episode closes with a sobering discussion of the Adelson children — teenagers now — who have grown up under this cloud of murder, conspiracy, and family dysfunction. The psychological damage is clear, and the path forward is uncertain. This is the full 2 hour breakdown — bizarre, chilling, and absolutely riveting. If you’ve been following the Adelson case, you won’t want to miss a minute. 👉 Watch now, subscribe for daily true crime analysis, and join the conversation in the comments. Hashtags:  #DonnaAdelson #WendiAdelson #DanMarkel #AdelsonFamily #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #MurderAppeal #PoliceInterrogation #CrimePodcast 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

"I Had the Opportunity”: What Else Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Assassin Wrote Before Pulling the Trigger! What if the most damning piece of evidence in a political assassination wasn’t a gun… but a note? In this segment of Hidden Killers, Tony Brueski sits down with retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer to unravel the chilling handwritten message allegedly left behind by Tyler Robinson — the 22-year-old accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk. According to reports, the note was hidden under a keyboard, discovered by Robinson’s romantic partner, and then destroyed… with only a photo left as evidence. But is that enough? Jennifer Coffindaffer takes us deep into how the FBI evaluates the credibility of a confession like this — especially when the original note no longer exists. We discuss how chain of custody, photographic integrity, and third-party involvement (in this case, the suspect’s “lover”) could complicate its role in court. And what happens when a jury has to decide whether a text message or a blurry phone pic proves intent to kill? But this isn’t just about the note. It’s about what it reveals: a short fuse, a calculated act, and a disturbing lack of remorse. The segment lays the foundation for everything that follows — motive, mental state, and whether this was a political act… or something far more personal. If you think this story is just about ideology, think again. This is where the cracks start to show. 🔖 Hashtags: #CharlieKirk #TylerRobinson #TrueCrimePodcast #FBIinvestigation #HiddenKillers #AssassinationPlot #MurderNote #JenniferCoffindaffer #ForensicAnalysis #CriminalMotive 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

Bryan Kohberger Case: FBI Veteran Reacts to Bethany Funke’s Trauma Breaking updates in the Bryan Kohberger case continue to surface nearly three years after the horrific Idaho Four murders. Newly released footage of surviving roommate Bethany Funke’s FBI interview offers an emotional and revealing look inside one of the case’s most critical witness statements. Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer, host of Break the Case, gives a powerful analysis of the interview style, Bethany’s demeanor, and what this testimony means for the larger investigation. Bethany Funke, who lived at 1122 King Road on the night her roommates were brutally murdered, is seen crying throughout the interview—her voice trembling, her body language withdrawn, her trauma unmistakable. Coffindaffer notes how essential first impressions are in an interview: Bethany appeared terrified yet truthful, showing the hallmarks of someone recounting trauma, not deception. She emphasizes that while Bethany has faced online shaming and baseless blame, the reality is that it is a miracle she survived that night at all. Coffindaffer critiques the FBI process, pointing out the absence of a female agent in the room, the lack of a second interviewer, and the failure to obtain written consent before reviewing Bethany’s phone. Yet she praises the interviewer’s calm, empathetic approach, describing him as organized, compassionate, and effective in drawing out crucial details without intimidation. The interview’s focus on Bethany’s phone, social media, and timeline was intentional: investigators needed her cooperation and her sequence of events to determine who could be cleared. Bethany’s account ultimately provided her with a strong alibi and solidified investigators’ belief that she was not involved in the crime. This newly surfaced material is a stark reminder of the human toll left behind in the wake of Bryan Kohberger’s alleged crimes. It also underscores the importance of careful, trauma-informed interviewing in high-profile true crime cases. Hashtags: #IdahoFour #BryanKohberger #BethanyFunke #TrueCrime #IdahoMurders #BreakTheCase #JenniferCoffindaffer #MoscowIdaho #JusticeForTheVictims #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