Episodes

  • Kohberger Case; Why DNA IGG Is NOT Junk Science

    Kohberger Case; Why DNA IGG Is NOT Junk Science
    Jan 31 2025
    Kohberger Case; Why DNA IGG Is NOT Junk Science
    Could the defense's strategy to target groundbreaking DNA techniques unravel one of the most compelling cases in recent memory?

    In this episode, retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins the conversation to unpack the defense's aggressive stance against the use of investigative genetic genealogy (IgG) in the Bryan Kohberger case. As the accused in the tragic murders of four University of Idaho students, Kohberger’s trial hinges on critical evidence like touch DNA found on a knife sheath near the crime scene. The defense argues constitutional violations and the reliability of IgG, despite its proven success in countless cases. With a new judge presiding and a change of venue shaking things up, will the defense's claims gain traction, or are they just throwing legal spaghetti at the wall? The science seems airtight, but the debate over how evidence is gathered is far from over.

    What does this legal chess match mean for the future of investigative technology?

    #BryanKohberger #TrueCrimeToday #DNAEvidence #HiddenKillersPodcast #CriminalInvestigation #ForensicBreakthroughs #IdahoMurders

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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, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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    15 mins
  • DNA Doesn't Lie; Despite What Kohberger's Defense Claims

    DNA Doesn't Lie; Despite What Kohberger's Defense Claims
    Jan 30 2025
    DNA Doesn't Lie; Despite What Kohberger's Defense Claims
    Could a cutting-edge investigative tool be the key to solving one of the most shocking murder cases in recent history? Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IgG) has taken center stage in the case against Bryan Kohberger, with its ability to trace DNA to a suspect through family connections. But what happens when the defense questions how this "alleged killer's" DNA was collected and used? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins the discussion, unraveling the behavioral patterns and trail of evidence that IgG unveils. Could the defense’s focus on procedure derail a case where the DNA evidence seems irrefutable, or does the knife sheath tell the final story?

    #HiddenKillers #BryanKohberger #InvestigativeGenealogy #TrueCrime #DNAEvidence #ForensicScience #Justice

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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, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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    9 mins
  • Will Kohberger's DNA Be Allowed Into Trial?

    Will Kohberger's DNA Be Allowed Into Trial?
    Jan 29 2025
    Will Kohberger's DNA Be Allowed Into Trial?
    Could a knife sheath hold the key to unlocking the mystery of the Idaho murders? Investigators seem to think so, and they're banking on cutting-edge technology to prove it. At the center of the debate is investigative genetic genealogy (IgG), a controversial but increasingly pivotal tool that connects DNA to suspects like Bryan Kohberger. But the defense isn’t sitting idly by; they're going after the methods, databases, and ethics used to make the connections.

    Does the data stack up against the alleged killer, or is it all just a procedural loophole waiting to be exploited? Join the discussion as former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke weighs in on how behavior patterns and science converge to build—or dismantle—a case. Can IgG withstand the courtroom scrutiny, or will reasonable doubt carve a path for Kohberger’s defense?

    And honestly, how many experts does it take to agree on what’s already set in stone?

    #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #InvestigativeGenetics #DNAEvidence #FBIAnalysis #IdahoMurders #CourtroomDrama

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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, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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    20 mins
  • Will Kohbergers Dark History Hurt Or Help His Case?

    Will Kohbergers Dark History Hurt Or Help His Case?
    Jan 29 2025
    Will Kohbergers Dark History Hurt Or Help His Case?
    Could a PhD in criminology really be the ultimate alibi—or just a glaring spotlight on guilt? This episode dives deep into the alleged crimes of Bryan Kohberger, unraveling the tangled threads of his background, from brain fog and visual snow to his fascination with criminology and infamous figures like Dennis Rader. Was his education a tool for understanding crime or an alleged blueprint for committing it? Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer breaks down the implications of digital evidence, a critical misstep involving a knife sheath, and the chilling parallels to notorious killers.

    As the defense scrambles to counter damning evidence, could sympathy for a man lost in his own mind sway a jury, or will the sheer weight of forensic proof seal his fate? And if it all crumbles, will Kohberger take the path of confession or fight to the bitter end like Bundy?

    What does this case tell us about the psychology of crime, and where does it leave the pursuit of justice?

    #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #BryanKohberger #CriminalPsychology #ForensicEvidence #JenniferCoffindaffer #CrimeDiscussion

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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, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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    13 mins
  • Is The Kohberger Defense Trying To Persuade Possible Jurors With Baseless Claims?

    Is The Kohberger Defense Trying To Persuade Possible Jurors With Baseless Claims?
    Jan 28 2025
    Is The Kohberger Defense Trying To Persuade Possible Jurors With Baseless Claims?
    How does a criminology PhD student allegedly go from studying crime to being the center of one? Bryan Kohberger, accused in the tragic Idaho student murders, may have thought he had every detail planned—until the knife sheath said otherwise. Is this a case of overconfidence meeting modern forensics?

    In this episode, Tony Brueski and retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke dissect the alleged missteps, from touch DNA on a knife sheath to cell phone data that paints an incriminating picture. As defense attorneys try to sow doubt with conflicting expert interpretations, the real battle emerges: simplifying complex science for a jury that holds someone's fate in their hands. Was Kohberger's alleged planning undone by his own hubris, or is there more to the story than we've seen?

    What else is hidden beneath the surface, waiting to come to light?

    #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #TouchDNA #ForensicEvidence #CrimeAnalysis #HiddenKillers

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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, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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    13 mins
  • DNA Evidence Under Fire: Could Kohberger Walk Free?

    DNA Evidence Under Fire: Could Kohberger Walk Free?
    Jan 28 2025
    On this episode, we dig into the latest developments in the Bryan Kohberger case, where defense attorneys are challenging the DNA evidence and the testimony of a surviving roommate. As the trial delays continue to frustrate victims' families, the battle over admissible evidence heats up, raising questions about justice, due process, and the role of media scrutiny.
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    10 mins
  • Will Kohberger Get IGG Evidence Thrown Out, Ret FBI Jennifer Coffindaffer Weighs In

    Will Kohberger Get IGG Evidence Thrown Out, Ret FBI Jennifer Coffindaffer Weighs In
    Jan 28 2025
    Will Kohberger Get IGG Evidence Thrown Out, Ret FBI Jennifer Coffindaffer Weighs In
    What happens when cutting-edge forensic science meets an alleged murderer with everything to lose? The case of criminology PhD student Bryan Kohberger, accused of brutally murdering four University of Idaho students, is testing the limits of legal strategy and genetic genealogy. With DNA evidence linking Kohberger to a knife sheath found at the crime scene, his defense is fighting tooth and nail to exclude it, claiming violations of privacy and unreliable science. But does their argument have legs, or are they just throwing everything at the wall in a desperate gamble?

    Retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer unpacks the complexities of the DNA debate, the role of investigative genetic genealogy, and how far law enforcement has gone to ensure no legal loopholes derail their case. Is this groundbreaking forensic technique paving the way for justice—or opening a Pandora’s box for privacy concerns?

    #TrueCrime #BryanKohberger #DNAEvidence #GeneticGenealogy #IdahoMurders #ForensicScience #HiddenKillers

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    27 mins
  • Bryan Kohberger's Defense: A Masterclass in Baseless Arguments

    Bryan Kohberger's Defense: A Masterclass in Baseless Arguments
    Jan 27 2025
    In this piece, we dive into the absurdity of Bryan Kohberger's defense arguments as they attempt to dismiss critical evidence that directly ties him to the crime. From the undeniable strength of DNA science to the transformative power of investigative genetic genealogy (IGG), we break down why the defense's claims fall flat and why justice, backed by irrefutable evidence, prevails. Through compelling cases and hard facts, this story highlights how science exposes the truth—even when excuses try to cloud it.
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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, The Menendez Brothers: Quest For Justice, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, The Murder Of Sandra Birchmore, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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    14 mins