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Experience the ultimate true-crime podcast like no other - True Crime Today! Widely acclaimed as the best in the genre, we bring you multiple daily updates on some of the most gripping cases out there - from Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Chad, and Lori Daybell, to Brian Walshe and Lucy Letby, and many more! Our episodes are jam-packed with the darkest true-crime stories and feature brand-new, full-length episodes every day of the week. Join us for an unflinching dive into the chilling depths of the human psyche.

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Experience the ultimate true-crime podcast like no other - True Crime Today! Widely acclaimed as the best in the genre, we bring you multiple daily updates on some of the most gripping cases out there - from Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Chad, and Lori Daybell, to Brian Walshe and Lucy Letby, and many more! Our episodes are jam-packed with the darkest true-crime stories and feature brand-new, full-length episodes every day of the week. Join us for an unflinching dive into the chilling depths of the human psyche.

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    The Trial of Chad Daybell Day 26 Part 1

    The Trial of Chad Daybell Day 26 Part 1

    In the continuous coverage of the Chad Daybell trial, both "The Hidden Killers Podcast" and "True Crime Today" delve into the significant aspects and developments of the case, bringing to light the allegations and evidence that have captivated true crime audiences. The case involves Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell, who are accused of a series of grave crimes, including murder, conspiracy, and grand theft, related to the deaths of Lori's two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and Chad's previous wife, Tammy Daybell. 

     Key points highlighted in their coverage would likely examine the intricate web of beliefs held by the Daybells, including apocalyptic visions and claims of dealing with "zombies" or dark spirits, which prosecutors argue motivated the alleged crimes. The trial has unveiled a complex narrative featuring evidence ranging from suspicious deaths followed by quick remarriages to the discovery of the children's remains in Chad Daybell's property. This evidence is crucial to understanding the prosecution's case, which posits that the Daybell’s extreme beliefs led them to commit these acts to fulfill their doomsday prophesies.
     
     Moreover, the coverage would touch upon the legal proceedings, including the charges against the couple, the defense's counterarguments, and the emotional testimonies from friends and family members. These elements combine to provide a comprehensive view of a case that is as perplexing as it is tragic, shedding light on the actions and motivations of Chad and Lori Daybell amidst a tale of manipulation, religion, and murder. 
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    The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

    • 1 hr 8 min
    The Trial of Chad Daybell Day 26 Part 2

    The Trial of Chad Daybell Day 26 Part 2

    In the continuous coverage of the Chad Daybell trial, both "The Hidden Killers Podcast" and "True Crime Today" delve into the significant aspects and developments of the case, bringing to light the allegations and evidence that have captivated true crime audiences. The case involves Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell, who are accused of a series of grave crimes, including murder, conspiracy, and grand theft, related to the deaths of Lori's two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and Chad's previous wife, Tammy Daybell. 

     Key points highlighted in their coverage would likely examine the intricate web of beliefs held by the Daybells, including apocalyptic visions and claims of dealing with "zombies" or dark spirits, which prosecutors argue motivated the alleged crimes. The trial has unveiled a complex narrative featuring evidence ranging from suspicious deaths followed by quick remarriages to the discovery of the children's remains in Chad Daybell's property. This evidence is crucial to understanding the prosecution's case, which posits that the Daybell’s extreme beliefs led them to commit these acts to fulfill their doomsday prophesies.
     
     Moreover, the coverage would touch upon the legal proceedings, including the charges against the couple, the defense's counterarguments, and the emotional testimonies from friends and family members. These elements combine to provide a comprehensive view of a case that is as perplexing as it is tragic, shedding light on the actions and motivations of Chad and Lori Daybell amidst a tale of manipulation, religion, and murder. 
    Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj
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    The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

    • 56 min
    The Trial of Chad Daybell Day 26 Part 3

    The Trial of Chad Daybell Day 26 Part 3

    In the continuous coverage of the Chad Daybell trial, both "The Hidden Killers Podcast" and "True Crime Today" delve into the significant aspects and developments of the case, bringing to light the allegations and evidence that have captivated true crime audiences. The case involves Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell, who are accused of a series of grave crimes, including murder, conspiracy, and grand theft, related to the deaths of Lori's two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and Chad's previous wife, Tammy Daybell. 

     Key points highlighted in their coverage would likely examine the intricate web of beliefs held by the Daybells, including apocalyptic visions and claims of dealing with "zombies" or dark spirits, which prosecutors argue motivated the alleged crimes. The trial has unveiled a complex narrative featuring evidence ranging from suspicious deaths followed by quick remarriages to the discovery of the children's remains in Chad Daybell's property. This evidence is crucial to understanding the prosecution's case, which posits that the Daybell’s extreme beliefs led them to commit these acts to fulfill their doomsday prophesies.
     
     Moreover, the coverage would touch upon the legal proceedings, including the charges against the couple, the defense's counterarguments, and the emotional testimonies from friends and family members. These elements combine to provide a comprehensive view of a case that is as perplexing as it is tragic, shedding light on the actions and motivations of Chad and Lori Daybell amidst a tale of manipulation, religion, and murder. 
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    The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com 

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Daughter Receives Two Consecutive Life Sentences for Murdering Father and His Girlfriend Over Will Dispute

    Daughter Receives Two Consecutive Life Sentences for Murdering Father and His Girlfriend Over Will Dispute

    Sherry Lee Heffernan, a 57-year-old woman from Landenberg, Pennsylvania, has been handed two consecutive life sentences for the heinous 2021 killing of her elderly father and his longtime girlfriend, authorities announced on Friday.
    Heffernan was found guilty earlier this year for the murder of 87-year-old John Enders and his live-in girlfriend, 57-year-old Francoise Pitoy, at Enders' beach house in Surf City, New Jersey.
    The case, which has gripped the community for over two years, saw Heffernan vehemently deny any involvement, claiming she was being framed. However, a grand jury ultimately convicted her of the stabbing and shooting deaths.

    According to prosecutors, Heffernan's motive stemmed from her father's decision to exclude her from his will and prevent her from selling his house, where the gruesome murders took place. On top of that, Enders cut her and an estranged daughter out of his living will the previous month, a friend said in the police account. 

    In early March, Heffernan was convicted by a jury of her peers as the double murderer based on evidence that her RV was caught on video driving down the Long Beach Island Bridge on the early morning of Sept. 29, 2021. Next, Heffernan traveled on foot toward her father’s home. She carried an orange bag and clothes “too large” for her, and she hopped a backyard fence. Later that day, video captured her as she drove her RV back over the same bridge as before.

    Heffernan’s son reportedly told cops in an Oct. 4, 2021, interview that his mother left home the previous week to visit her father. He allegedly described this as a “midnight dash.”
    Days later, authorities conducting a welfare check found both victims shot in the mouth and stabbed dozens of times at the home on North 7th Street. Enders was stabbed 51 times and Pitoy 39 times.

    Neighbors recalled Enders and Pitoy's 19-year-long relationship as a happy and loving one, further underscoring the shock and devastation caused by their tragic deaths.

    The trial lasted almost four weeks, prosecutors said. Jurors convicted Heffernan of two counts each of murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon.
    Superior Court Judge Kimarie Rahill on Friday ordered Heffernan to serve 63 years and nine months without the possibility of parole for each murder, saying the crime was committed with “extreme depravity.”
    “This defendant will spend the rest of her life in prison. This is an appropriate sentence and we are hopeful that this brings some measure of closure to the family and friends of John and Francoise,” Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said in a statement.
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    The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Karen Read Trial, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

    • 7 min
    Lori & Chad Daybell Talk About Their Murder 'Projects' With Ghosts

    Lori & Chad Daybell Talk About Their Murder 'Projects' With Ghosts

    In a recent episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke delves into newly revealed jailhouse phone calls between Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow. Dreeke provides context, highlighting how Chad and Lori attempted to deceive investigators by discussing their plans using euphemisms like "projects" and "contractors," while referring to their actions in HGTV-like terms. The conversations reveal Chad claiming to communicate with Alex Cox from beyond the grave, a notion Lori seems to fully believe. Dreeke emphasizes the pair's flippant disregard for life and the stark contrast between their behavior and the seriousness of their crimes. The podcast also discusses the apparent manipulation by Chad, who may not believe his own claims but uses them to control Lori. Dreeke describes both Chad and Lori as having broken minds with no empathy, driven by self-interest and financial gain. The conversations underscore their delusional justifications for their actions, further cementing their culpability.

    Main Points

    - Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow's jailhouse phone calls reveal their attempts to deceive investigators using euphemisms.
    - Chad claims to communicate with Alex Cox from beyond the grave, which Lori fully believes.
    - Dreeke highlights their flippant disregard for life and their broken minds lacking empathy.
    - Chad's possible manipulation of Lori, using false claims to maintain control.
    - Both Chad and Lori driven by self-interest and financial gain, with delusional justifications for their actions.
    - The conversations further cement their culpability and reveal the depth of their delusions.
    - Dreeke emphasizes the importance of not underestimating others' intelligence in investigations.

    #ChadDaybell #LoriVallow #AlexCox #RobinDreeke #HiddenKillers #Trial #JailhouseCalls

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    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
543 Ratings

543 Ratings

suvmom04 ,

Best of

My how things change. The podcast is not what it used to be. Sometimes that’s ok and sometimes it’s not. I hope Tony finds a happy medium to it. Edit. And again this podcast has changed. The updates are good but I feel like I can’t keep up with them. I listen to the latest and when I get done with that one there’s another

leandrawwz ,

Changed but still listening

Wishing Tony and the team well and maintain a level of balance since the show has really changed a lot. I miss the wiki episodes.

simoneka1977 ,

Just dumb

Waste of podcast space! Regarding people writing prisoners; 1- all people in prison are not actually guilty-2 if we expect inmates to get out one day and blend back into society, I think writing is a great way to support a healthy society 3 people change , don’t assume everyone is Susan smith I can’t even continue with this review because the ignorance is still bantering in my ears! JUST DUMB

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