What Happens if Donna Adelson Testifies?

What Happens if Donna Adelson Testifies? Most defendants facing first-degree murder charges stay far away from the witness stand — the legal risk is simply too high. But Donna Adelson may be different. In this Hidden Killers episode, we explore the psychology, ego, and strategy behind her apparent willingness to testify in her own defense in the Dan Markel murder trial. Could this be rooted in confidence, even overconfidence, in her ability to persuade a jury? Does it reflect a need to reclaim control of the story from her attorneys? Or is it part of a broader family strategy to project strength in the face of overwhelming evidence? Drawing on real-world parallels — from Jodi Arias to Alex Murdaugh — we break down how testimony can either humanize a defendant or destroy their credibility, and how jurors interpret tone, body language, and personality from the witness box. #DonnaAdelson #DanMarkel #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #Testifying #TrialStrategy #FloridaCrime #WitnessStand #CharlieAdelson #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