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FBI Unscripted | Real Agents On Real Crime

Welcome to FBI Unscripted, the riveting podcast that grants you unparalleled access to the minds of real FBI special agents as they delve into some of the most spellbinding true crime stories of our time. Hosted by Tony Brueski, this gripping series takes you on an unfiltered journey through the darkest corridors of criminal investigations. Each episode opens a classified vault of knowledge, where seasoned agents recount their firsthand experiences, unraveling complex cases that have both baffled and captivated the nation. From heart-stopping kidnapping mysteries to audacious heists, from enigmatic serial killers to mind-boggling cybercrimes, FBI Unscripted unveils the unseen efforts of the agency's best and brightest, revealing the relentless pursuit of justice in the face of unimaginable evil. Join us as we traverse the labyrinthine pathways of true crime, accompanied by the very individuals who vow to protect and serve. Prepare to be enthralled, shocked, and enlightened as you embark on a profound exploration of the human psyche and the untiring pursuit of truth in a world where darkness often collides with light. FBI Unscripted is not just another true crime podcast – it is an immersive and gripping journey, an ode to the tireless dedication of those who uphold the law, and an unrivaled opportunity to understand the minds behind the badge. Tune in, and together, let's unravel the enigma of true crime with the agents who have sworn to confront it.

  1. FBI Profiler Explains the Shocking Silence in the Celeste Rivas Tesla Case

    16 HR AGO

    FBI Profiler Explains the Shocking Silence in the Celeste Rivas Tesla Case

    FBI Profiler Explains the Shocking Silence in the Celeste Rivas Tesla Case A teenage girl is found dead in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to a rising music star. She was never reported missing. The car sat in public view for weeks. And when the body was discovered—there was no statement. No arrests. No public outrage. Just silence. On today’s episode of Hidden Killers, we’re joined by Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent and former Chief of the Bureau’s Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, to dissect what that silence really means. This isn’t just a case of tragedy—it’s a case of narrative control. From the decision to place Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s body in the front trunk of a Tesla, to the legal firepower that arrived before any charges were filed, to the digital vanishing acts and cancelled appearances, every move—or lack of one—is behavior that tells a deeper story. Dreeke walks us through critical psychological insights: What does it mean when a person shows both concealment and carelessness? Why does someone lawyer up fast but never speak for themselves? How does celebrity and charisma protect people from scrutiny—even when a child is found dead? And what does the absence of a missing persons report tell us about the people around Celeste—and the man whose car she was found in? This conversation unpacks power dynamics, grooming patterns, reputation management tactics, and the chilling reality of what happens when truth is optional and image is everything. If you've been watching this case and wondering why no one is saying anything—this episode breaks the silence. Robin Dreeke provides expert behavioral analysis that cuts through the PR and goes straight to the human behavior beneath it. 🔔 Subscribe for more expert breakdowns, forensic psychology, and true crime investigations from the people who’ve worked these cases in real life. #CelesteRivas #d4vd #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #TeslaFrunk #RobinDreeke #BehavioralAnalysis #FBIProfiler #MusicIndustryCoverup #JusticeForCeleste 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

    32 min
  2. The Sheriff, the Judge & the Courthouse Murder: What Really Happened in Letcher County?

    18 HR AGO

    The Sheriff, the Judge & the Courthouse Murder: What Really Happened in Letcher County?

    In one of the most shocking criminal cases in recent memory, a sitting sheriff walked into a Kentucky courthouse and executed a judge in his own chambers. But this wasn’t a random act of violence — it was the detonation point of a system that had been rotting from the inside out. On this episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we dig into the case of Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines, now indicted for the murder of Judge Kevin Mullins inside the Letcher County Courthouse in 2024. Surveillance captured the whole thing. He walked in. He shut the door. He opened fire. But this isn’t just about a single shooting. Three days earlier, Stines had been deposed in a federal civil rights case — Adkins v. Fields — alleging rampant sexual coercion, abuse of power, and misconduct inside that same courthouse. One official has already pleaded guilty to rape and sodomy. Others, including Judge Mullins, were named in the lawsuit. Some of the alleged misconduct? Took place inside Mullins’ chambers. Now, Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent and former chief of the Bureau’s Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, joins us to break down the behavioral spiral that may have led a law enforcement officer to kill a judge — and what it reveals about power, silence, and systemic corruption. We’ll examine post-arrest bodycam footage, explore how intimidation keeps victims quiet, and ask the hard question: Was this murder an act of madness — or of reckoning? This case isn’t just about Kentucky. It’s about what happens when power protects itself, and justice becomes a commodity. Don’t miss this one. 🔔 Subscribe for more true crime investigations, expert analysis, and courtroom breakdowns. #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #JudgeMurder #ShawnStines #KevinMullins #LetcherCounty #RobinDreeke #CourthouseScandal #AbuseOfPower #JusticeSystemFail 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

    31 min
  3. Power, Control, and the Dead: Sheriff, d4vd, and Diddy Cases Fully Unpacked

    22 HR AGO

    Power, Control, and the Dead: Sheriff, d4vd, and Diddy Cases Fully Unpacked

    Three victims. Three abusers. Three systems that looked the other way—until the bodies made it impossible. In this special 2-hour episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we’re diving into three stories that expose what happens when unchecked power collides with silence, manipulation, and violence. 🔹 PART 1: The Sheriff & The Judge — A Courthouse Murder in Kentucky  Sheriff Shawn "Mickey" Stines walked into Judge Kevin Mullins' chambers and opened fire. The shooting was caught on surveillance, but the backstory is even darker: civil rights lawsuits, sexual coercion, and a courthouse culture where abuse wasn’t just tolerated — it thrived. With Robin Dreeke, we break down the behavioral collapse that turned a courthouse into a crime scene. 🔹 PART 2: Celeste Rivas & the Tesla Trunk Death — Artist d4vd at the Center  A teenage girl is found dead in the front trunk of a Tesla tied to rising music star d4vd. She was never reported missing. No arrest. No statement. Just silence. Former FBI profiler Robin Dreeke joins us to analyze the behavior behind the silence — from grooming dynamics to legal distancing — and what the frunk placement reveals psychologically. 🔹 PART 3: Diddy’s Sentencing — Cassie Ventura’s Letter & the Collapse of an Image  Sean “Diddy” Combs is sentenced to 50 months in federal prison. But the real story happened before the gavel dropped — in Cassie Ventura’s brutal victim impact letter, in the defense’s campaign-style video plea, and in the judge’s refusal to flinch. We walk through the court record, the government's takedown, and the exact moment branding failed. This isn’t just true crime. This is behavioral analysis, narrative deconstruction, and survivor-centered storytelling — the kind you won’t find in headlines. 🔔 Subscribe now for more deep dives into the darkest corners of power, justice, and the psychological patterns that connect them all. #HiddenKillers #DiddySentencing #CassieVentura #CelesteRivas #d4vd #SheriffStines #JudgeMullins #TrueCrimePodcast #AbuseOfPower #RobinDreeke 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

    1h 52m
  4. Is Diddy’s Jail Letter & “Free Game” Class a Redemption Arc or Reputation Rehab?

    1 DAY AGO

    Is Diddy’s Jail Letter & “Free Game” Class a Redemption Arc or Reputation Rehab?

    Is Diddy’s Jail Letter & “Free Game” Class a Redemption Arc or Reputation Rehab? Sean “Diddy” Combs says he’s changed. He says he’s found God, humility, and sobriety behind bars. But in this episode of Hidden Killers Live, we ask the real question: Is this redemption—or a rebrand? We’re joined by former FBI Behavioral Analysis Program Chief Robin Dreeke to examine Diddy’s 9-page letter to Judge Subramanian. It’s emotional. It’s detailed. But is it strategic? Then we dive into Diddy’s new jailhouse initiative: Free Game with Diddy—a six-week mindset class he claims has unified gang members, taught business skills, and given him purpose. Admirable? Maybe. Or maybe it’s the kind of carefully constructed narrative high-control personalities use when the cameras turn against them. Robin takes us inside the tactics:  ▶️ Language cues that reveal intent  ▶️ Power dynamics in confined systems  ▶️ How manipulation thrives behind bars We’re not here to cancel—we’re here to question. Because when someone who built an empire on control and image starts teaching redemption inside jail, we need to ask: Who’s the lesson really for? 🔖 Hashtags #Diddy #FreeGameWithDiddy #JudgeLetter #RobinDreeke #TrueCrimePodcast #RedemptionOrRebrand #HiddenKillersLive #FBIAnalysis #CelebrityManipulation #PrisonPsychology 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

    28 min
  5. FBI Profiler Breaks Down Diddy’s Letter & Jailhouse Class Strategy

    1 DAY AGO

    FBI Profiler Breaks Down Diddy’s Letter & Jailhouse Class Strategy

    FBI Profiler Breaks Down Diddy’s Letter & Jailhouse Class Strategy What does a plea for mercy sound like when it's written by one of the most powerful figures in entertainment—and what does it reveal beneath the surface? In this episode of Hidden Killers Live, we’re joined by retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke to break down the full letter Sean “Diddy” Combs sent to the judge ahead of sentencing. It’s a letter full of remorse, spiritual language, and a plea for second chances—but is it sincere, or is it tactically engineered for a court that’s seen it all? Dreeke analyzes the behavioral language line by line—what’s genuine, what raises red flags, and how high-profile offenders often craft letters as part of reputation management strategies, not just repentance. Then we turn to "Free Game with Diddy", the jailhouse course Combs says he developed for inmates. Is it a story of redemption and leadership? Or another layer of narrative control from a man who built an empire on charisma and influence? From emotional manipulation to calculated timing, Robin Dreeke breaks down the psychological blueprint of power, guilt, and self-preservation behind bars. Watch, listen, and decide for yourself: Is Diddy evolving—or performing? 🔖 Hashtags #DiddyLetter #RobinDreeke #FBIProfiler #DiddyApology #FreeGameWithDiddy #TrueCrime #HiddenKillersLive #CelebrityJustice #BehavioralAnalysis #DiddySentencing 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

    32 min
  6. Who Is Diddy in Jail? FBI Profiler Analyzes the Man, the Myth, the Manipulator-WEEK IN REVIEW

    2 DAYS AGO

    Who Is Diddy in Jail? FBI Profiler Analyzes the Man, the Myth, the Manipulator-WEEK IN REVIEW

    Who Is Diddy in Jail? FBI Profiler Analyzes the Man, the Myth, the Manipulator Can a man who spent decades controlling the narrative really just let it go? Or is his latest apology another chapter in the myth of Diddy? In this Hidden Killers Live exclusive, retired FBI Special Agent and behavioral expert Robin Dreeke joins host Tony Brueski to dissect Diddy’s letter to the judge—a raw, emotional plea that might not be as raw or emotional as it seems. Line by line, we examine what the letter says, what it means, and what it might be trying to do. Then we look at Free Game with Diddy, the six-week prison class Combs now teaches in jail. He says it’s changed his life—and changed others'. But when former gang members, counselors, and inmates start writing letters of praise to support a sentencing request, we have to ask: Is this leadership—or leverage? Robin Dreeke brings real-world experience from inside the FBI’s behavioral programs to offer insight on: Charisma as a social weapon Image construction under legal pressure The difference between true transformation and high-stakes storytelling In court, your words matter. In prison, your behavior does. But in the public eye? It’s all about what sticks. 🔖 Hashtags #Diddy #SeanCombs #RobinDreeke #JudgeLetter #FBIProfiler #PrisonPersona #TrueCrimeAnalysis #HiddenKillersLive #CelebrityAccountability #ManipulationVsRemorse 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

    1 hr
  7. FBI Insider on D4VD & Celeste Rivas: The Mistakes, The Delays, The Timeline That Doesn’t Add Up-WEEK IN REVIEW

    2 DAYS AGO

    FBI Insider on D4VD & Celeste Rivas: The Mistakes, The Delays, The Timeline That Doesn’t Add Up-WEEK IN REVIEW

    FBI Insider on D4VD & Celeste Rivas: The Mistakes, The Delays, The Timeline That Doesn’t Add Up Celeste Rivas Hernandez was reported missing in April 2024. But five months later, she was caught on camera — alive and near home. Then, one year later to the day, her decomposed body was discovered in the front trunk of a Tesla linked to music artist d4vd. The car had been sitting on a public street. Then it was ticketed. Then it was towed. No one checked it. No one noticed. Until the smell. And now?  Still no charges. Still no confirmed suspect.  Just a deferred cause of death. And a growing sense that something — or someone — is being missed. In this episode of Hidden Killers, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer walks us through what this case looks like through the lens of someone who’s handled high-profile, high-risk investigations — the kind where the victim is a child, the timeline is broken, and the forensic trail is already cold. She lays out: What should have happened in the first 24 hours after the body was found What kind of evidence is lost forever if you don’t move fast — and what might still be recoverable How the FBI builds working timelines when a “missing” child turns up on camera months later Whether the Tesla's onboard tech could actually reveal who last accessed the car The red flags she sees in the tow yard timeline, family silence, media pressure, and the lack of a confirmed crime scene And why “no charges” right now doesn’t necessarily mean no case — but it does mean time is running out This isn’t theory. This is how a real federal agent thinks, moves, and investigates when the victim is 14 — and the system may already be failing her. HASHTAGS #CelesteRivasHernandez #d4vd #TrueCrime #FBIInvestigation #JenniferCoffindaffer #TeslaFrunk #MissingChildren #HiddenKillers #JusticeForCeleste #FederalCaseBreakdown 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

    1h 2m

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Welcome to FBI Unscripted, the riveting podcast that grants you unparalleled access to the minds of real FBI special agents as they delve into some of the most spellbinding true crime stories of our time. Hosted by Tony Brueski, this gripping series takes you on an unfiltered journey through the darkest corridors of criminal investigations. Each episode opens a classified vault of knowledge, where seasoned agents recount their firsthand experiences, unraveling complex cases that have both baffled and captivated the nation. From heart-stopping kidnapping mysteries to audacious heists, from enigmatic serial killers to mind-boggling cybercrimes, FBI Unscripted unveils the unseen efforts of the agency's best and brightest, revealing the relentless pursuit of justice in the face of unimaginable evil. Join us as we traverse the labyrinthine pathways of true crime, accompanied by the very individuals who vow to protect and serve. Prepare to be enthralled, shocked, and enlightened as you embark on a profound exploration of the human psyche and the untiring pursuit of truth in a world where darkness often collides with light. FBI Unscripted is not just another true crime podcast – it is an immersive and gripping journey, an ode to the tireless dedication of those who uphold the law, and an unrivaled opportunity to understand the minds behind the badge. Tune in, and together, let's unravel the enigma of true crime with the agents who have sworn to confront it.

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