The Moscow Murders and More

Bobby Capucci
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Moscow is a city located in northern Idaho, United States, with a population of approximately 25,000 people. It is the largest city and the county seat of Latah County. The city is situated in the Palouse region, known for its fertile soil and rolling hills, and is surrounded by wheat fields, forests, and mountains.Moscow is home to the University of Idaho, which is the state's flagship institution and a major research university. The university is a significant contributor to the local economy, and many businesses in the city are directly or indirectly tied to the university. The city also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with several galleries, museums, and performance venues.In terms of recreation, Moscow has several parks and outdoor recreation areas, including the Latah Trail, the Moscow Mountain Trail System, and the Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Area. The city also hosts several annual events, including the Moscow Farmers Market, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, and the Renaissance Fair. However, things would change forever after Xana Kernodle, Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves were murdered in the early morning hours of November 13th, 2022. What followed in the wake of the murders captivated not only the nation but the whole world as the authorities scrambled to find the person responsible for the heinous crime. This podcast will document the Murders In Moscow from right after the murders were committed all the way through the real time evolution of the trial of the person that the authorities say is responsible, Bryan Kohberger. We will also cover other stories that are based in the world of true crime that are currently in the courts or that are headed that way. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

  1. 1H AGO

    Long Island Serial Killer Archives: Sex Workers Say That They've Had Violent Run Ins With Rex Heuermann

    As the dust continues to settle around the arrest of Rex Heuermann, we are hearing from sex workers who sold their services to him and what we are hearing is right in line with the profile of the man that has emerged since he was arrested. In this epsiode we hear from Sheriff Toulen about Rex Heuermann's life in jail and where things currently stand from his perspective. (commercial at 7:25) to conctact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Gilgo Beach 'serial killer' Rex Heuerman is meeting with 'clergyman' once a week while in jail, as top cop says he's been taken off suicide watch and is 'emotionless' | Daily Mail Online Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    12 min

  2. 3H AGO

    The Long Island Serial Killer Archives: Jodi Brewer's Mother Speaks Out On Rex Heuermann's Possible Connection

    It's been over 20 years since Jodi Brewer's mother got the news about her daughter and ever since then she has hoped for answers and for justice. There was hope that there might be some answers after Neal Falls was killed by a woman he was attempting to kill, but nothing ever came of it. Now, in the wake of the arrest of Rex Heurmann, those questions are once again being raised about him and the possiblity that he might be connected to her death plus others in the Las Vegas area. (commercial at 9:35) to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Rex Heuermann linked to murder of Jodi Brewer? | Las Vegas Review-Journal (reviewjournal.com) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    18 min

  3. 5H AGO

    The Long Island Serial Killer Archives: Rex Heuermann Challenges The Buccal Swab Request

    A buccal swab, also known as a cheek swab or oral swab, is a non-invasive and relatively simple method used to collect a DNA sample from the inside of a person's cheek. This method is often preferred over more invasive techniques like drawing blood, as it is painless, quick, and requires minimal equipment.Here's a detailed summary of the buccal swab procedure and its significance:Procedure: Preparation: The person being sampled is asked to rinse their mouth with water to remove any debris that might interfere with the collection process.Swab Collection: A sterile cotton swab attached to a plastic or wooden stick is gently rubbed against the inside of the person's cheek. The swab collects cells from the inner lining of the cheek, known as the buccal mucosa.Repeat: Typically, several swabs are taken from both cheeks to ensure an adequate DNA sample. This redundancy helps ensure accuracy in case one swab doesn't yield enough DNA.Significance and Applications: The collected DNA from buccal swabs can be used for various purposes: Genetic Testing: Buccal swabs are commonly used for genetic testing, which can provide valuable information about an individual's genetic makeup, potential health risks, and ancestry. This includes tests for conditions like genetic disorders, carrier status for certain diseases, and predispositions to certain health conditions.Forensic Analysis: In criminal investigations, buccal swabs can be collected from suspects, victims, or crime scenes. DNA profiling from these samples can help establish or exclude potential connections between individuals and crime evidence.Paternity and Relationship Testing: Buccal swabs are used to determine biological relationships, such as paternity, maternity, and sibling relationships. Comparing the DNA profiles of individuals can confirm or exclude family ties.Medical Research: Researchers use buccal swabs to collect DNA samples for scientific studies aimed at understanding the genetic basis of various diseases, behaviors, and traits. This helps advance medical knowledge and potentially develop personalized treatments.Population Studies and Ancestry: DNA samples collected via buccal swabs contribute to large-scale population studies, aiding researchers in understanding genetic variations across different populations. Additionally, these samples are used for ancestry testing, revealing an individual's ethnic and geographic origins.Advantages: Non-Invasive: Buccal swab collection is painless and non-invasive, making it more tolerable for individuals compared to procedures like blood draws.Ease of Collection: The procedure can be carried out by trained personnel and doesn't require specialized medical facilities.Stability: Buccal swab samples are relatively stable and can be stored for longer periods if properly preserved, which is advantageous for various applications.Wide Applicability: The simplicity of the procedure makes buccal swabs suitable for a wide range of individuals, including infants, children, and adults.In summary, a buccal swab is a straightforward and painless method used to collect DNA samples from the inside of a person's cheek. These samples have numerous applications in genetic testing, forensic analysis, medical research, and population studies due to their ease of collection and stability. After a request for a buccal swab has been denied by Rex Heuermann's legal team, the matter will now go before the Judge for a ruling. (commercial at 7:39) to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect Rex Heuermann REFUSES to give DNA swab as lawyer casts doubt on pizza crust used to link him to murder | Daily Mail Online Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    11 min

  4. 7H AGO

    The Long Island Serial Killer Archives: The Lawyer For Rex Heuermann's Wife And Kids Holds A Presser

    As the fallout in the aftermath of the arrest of Rex Heuermann continues to rain down on all of those involved, his wife, Asa Ellerup and her two children Victoria and Christopher gave an update through their lawyer about their ordeal. It was revealed that not only is Asa Ellerup dealing with her husband being an alleged serial killer, she also has breast and skin cancer. Her insurance, according to the lawyer, is due to expire in sixty days since it was tethered to Rex Heuermann's employment. On the flip side, the lawyer for the Gilbert family, John Ray had a completely different take on things. In this episodee we take a look at both sides of the coin and break down the latest news. (commercial at 7:31) to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Rex Heuermann’s wife struggling to pay for cancer treatment, wants to sue police – NBC New York Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    12 min

  5. 9H AGO

    Inside The OIG Interview: The Testimony Of An Unnamed MCC Lieutenant (Part 16) (5/8/26)

    The deposition of the unnamed MCC lieutenant reveals not just operational failures, but a striking level of evasiveness that runs throughout the testimony. When pressed on critical details—staffing levels, required inmate checks, chain of command responsibilities, and awareness of Epstein’s status—the lieutenant repeatedly falls back on vague answers, limited recollection, or an inability to provide specifics. This pattern isn’t occasional—it’s consistent, especially on the exact points where clarity matters most. Rather than offering firm timelines or accountability, the testimony often drifts into generalities, creating the impression that either key information was not retained or not being fully disclosed. That evasiveness becomes even more glaring when discussing the hours leading up to and immediately following Epstein’s death. Questions about whether protocols were followed, who was responsible for monitoring, and how breakdowns occurred are met with uncertainty or deflection, leaving major gaps in the narrative. Instead of clarifying what went wrong, the testimony reinforces the sense of confusion and lack of oversight already seen in other MCC accounts. The result is a record that feels less like a clear explanation and more like a fragmented, incomplete account—one that raises as many questions about credibility and accountability as it answers about the failures inside the facility. to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: EFTA00062649.pdf Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    10 min

  6. 11H AGO

    The Unsealed Jeffrey Epstein Note and the Questions It Leaves Behind (5/8/26)

    A newly unsealed handwritten note allegedly written by Jeffrey Epstein after his first reported suicide attempt in July 2019 has reignited debate over the events surrounding his death inside the Metropolitan Correctional Center. The note surfaced not through any official DOJ or Bureau of Prisons investigation, but through the legal files of Epstein’s former cellmate, Nicholas Tartaglione, who claimed he discovered it inside a book following Epstein’s alleged suicide attempt weeks before Epstein later died in custody. The document contains scattered and difficult-to-read statements expressing frustration about investigations and references to “choosing one’s time to say goodbye,” but major questions remain about its authenticity and chain of custody. No federal agency has publicly authenticated the note, it was reportedly absent from the Justice Department’s own investigative files on Epstein’s death, and the document remained buried in unrelated court proceedings for years before suddenly becoming public. Critics argue that the unusual path the note took into the public record only adds more uncertainty to a case already surrounded by contradictions, procedural failures, and public distrust. Skepticism has also centered on the role of Tartaglione himself, whose account has shifted over time and whose credibility has long been heavily disputed given that he is a convicted quadruple murderer serving multiple life sentences. Tartaglione was Epstein’s cellmate during the July 2019 incident where Epstein was found semi-conscious with injuries to his neck, an event Epstein at one point reportedly suggested may have been an assault rather than a suicide attempt. The newly released note was never cited in the DOJ’s extensive public review of Epstein’s death and only resurfaced years later after media organizations pushed for its release in court. Even supporters of the official suicide ruling acknowledge that the note’s existence does little to resolve the larger unanswered questions surrounding Epstein’s death, especially given the well-documented failures at the jail, missing or malfunctioning surveillance footage, sleeping guards, and conflicting accounts from officials and inmates. While some media outlets have treated the note as potential evidence supporting the suicide narrative, others have pointed out that there is still no definitive proof establishing when the note was written, whether Epstein actually authored it, or why such a supposedly significant document remained outside official investigative channels for so long to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Judge releases note reportedly found after Epstein's suspected suicide try | AP News Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    12 min

  7. 13H AGO

    Congressional Investigators Question Howard Lutnick Over Epstein Relationship (5/8/26)

    Howard Lutnick faced an intense closed-door showdown before the House Oversight Committee after newly released Epstein files contradicted years of public claims that he cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein around 2005. According to the records discussed during the hearing, Lutnick maintained contact with Epstein well after Epstein’s 2008 conviction, including a 2012 visit to Epstein’s private Caribbean island with his wife and children. Lawmakers questioned Lutnick about emails, scheduling records, and business interactions that appeared inconsistent with his earlier statements minimizing the relationship. Lutnick reportedly acknowledged during testimony that he accepted an invitation to Epstein’s island despite previously describing Epstein as someone he no longer wanted to associate with after an unsettling visit to Epstein’s Manhattan home years earlier The hearing quickly turned combative, with Democrats accusing Lutnick of evasiveness and dishonesty while some Republicans defended his cooperation with the committee. Several lawmakers argued the testimony raised broader questions about how many powerful figures continued associating with Epstein long after his criminal conduct became publicly known. Lutnick insisted the relationship was limited and denied any wrongdoing, but critics pointed to the growing paper trail showing continued contact, including reported invitations, meetings, and social interactions extending into the 2010s. The controversy has intensified because Lutnick is one of the highest-ranking officials in the Trump administration to become deeply entangled in the Epstein fallout, fueling calls from some lawmakers for resignation or further investigation. The closed-door session is expected to become part of the larger congressional inquiry into Epstein’s network, the handling of the files, and the relationships powerful political and business figures maintained with Epstein after his conviction. to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Howard Lutnick evasive during Epstein testimony, House Democrats say Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

    20 min

  8. 15H AGO

    The Epstein Files, Missing Racketeering Charges, and the Fear of Expanding the Blast Radius (5/8/26)

    The handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal enterprise appeared narrow from the very beginning, not because investigators lacked awareness of the broader network surrounding him, but because expanding the scope would have risked exposing powerful institutions and influential figures across politics, finance, academia, royalty, and international elite circles. Rather than pursuing a sweeping enterprise case under statutes like RICO, prosecutors repeatedly confined the investigations to smaller, more manageable prosecutions focused primarily on Epstein and later Ghislaine Maxwell. A true racketeering case would have required investigators to map the full structure of the operation, including recruiters, facilitators, financial systems, social gatekeepers, and institutional enablers. That kind of investigation would have inevitably widened the blast radius and forced public scrutiny onto banks, universities, charities, political figures, and global power networks connected to Epstein’s world. Instead, authorities consistently appeared to prioritize containment, reputational management, and institutional stability over fully exposing the entire ecosystem surrounding Epstein’s activities. For years, that containment strategy largely worked because the public only saw fragments of the story through isolated headlines, civil lawsuits, and limited criminal proceedings. But the release of large volumes of court filings, emails, depositions, and investigative records fundamentally changed the landscape by allowing independent journalists, researchers, and the public to connect patterns that had previously remained compartmentalized. As more information surfaced, the narrative stopped looking like a scandal centered on one wealthy predator and increasingly resembled a broader story about institutional protection, selective accountability, and elite networks operating behind layers of influence and plausible deniability. The government’s reluctance to aggressively pursue co-conspirators, combined with its repeated use of tightly controlled prosecutions, fueled growing public skepticism that authorities were intentionally limiting exposure to avoid destabilizing powerful institutions and damaging politically sensitive relationships. What officials long feared—a scandal too large to effectively manage—has now become reality as the Epstein story continues expanding far beyond the narrow scope authorities originally attempted to impose upon it. to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Moscow is a city located in northern Idaho, United States, with a population of approximately 25,000 people. It is the largest city and the county seat of Latah County. The city is situated in the Palouse region, known for its fertile soil and rolling hills, and is surrounded by wheat fields, forests, and mountains.Moscow is home to the University of Idaho, which is the state's flagship institution and a major research university. The university is a significant contributor to the local economy, and many businesses in the city are directly or indirectly tied to the university. The city also has a thriving arts and culture scene, with several galleries, museums, and performance venues.In terms of recreation, Moscow has several parks and outdoor recreation areas, including the Latah Trail, the Moscow Mountain Trail System, and the Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Area. The city also hosts several annual events, including the Moscow Farmers Market, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, and the Renaissance Fair. However, things would change forever after Xana Kernodle, Ethan Chapin, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves were murdered in the early morning hours of November 13th, 2022. What followed in the wake of the murders captivated not only the nation but the whole world as the authorities scrambled to find the person responsible for the heinous crime. This podcast will document the Murders In Moscow from right after the murders were committed all the way through the real time evolution of the trial of the person that the authorities say is responsible, Bryan Kohberger. We will also cover other stories that are based in the world of true crime that are currently in the courts or that are headed that way. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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