Mind Behind The Crime | The Psychology Of Killers

Mind Behind The Crime | The Psychology Of Killers

Host: Tony Brueski

Episodes

Trauma, Fear, and Accountability: Shavaun Scott on the Psychology of ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Killer-WEEK IN REVIEW
01November 01, 2025 6:00pm

Trauma, Fear, and Accountability: Shavaun Scott on the Psychology of ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Killer-WEEK IN REVIEW

When Ajike Owens was killed through a closed door, her four children lost their mother — and a nation faced the consequences of unchecked paranoia. In this exclusive episode, psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, and


The Perfect Neighbor Delusion: Psychotherapist on How Fear Becomes a Weapon
02October 30, 2025 2:00pm

The Perfect Neighbor Delusion: Psychotherapist on How Fear Becomes a Weapon

Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, and Todd Michaels to unpack the warped psychology behind The Perfect Neighbor case — where “fear” became justification for a killing. For two years, Susan Lorincz saw danger in 


Fear or Fury? Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott on the Mind Behind ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Shooting
03October 30, 2025 10:00am

Fear or Fury? Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott on the Mind Behind ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Shooting

A mother is dead. A neighbor claims fear. But what really drove Susan Lorincz to pull the trigger through a closed door?  In this exclusive conversation, psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski. Stacy Cole, and Todd Michaels to dis


Trauma, Fear, and Accountability: Shavaun Scott on the Psychology of ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Killer
04October 30, 2025 6:00am

Trauma, Fear, and Accountability: Shavaun Scott on the Psychology of ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Killer

When Ajike Owens was killed through a closed door, her four children lost their mother — and a nation faced the consequences of unchecked paranoia. In this exclusive episode, psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, and


D4VD & Laken Snelling: Panic, Denial & Disaster, How Young Minds Destroy Their Lives in Seconds -WEEK IN REVIEW
05October 25, 2025 6:00pm

D4VD & Laken Snelling: Panic, Denial & Disaster, How Young Minds Destroy Their Lives in Seconds -WEEK IN REVIEW

Two crimes. Two young lives. Two moments of sheer panic that turned fatal. A musician whose Tesla held the body of a missing 15-year-old. A college cheerleader who hid her newborn in a closet, then went out for fast food. In this extended


The Hidden Birth: The Laken Snelling Case & The Psychology of Denial
06October 23, 2025 2:00pm

The Hidden Birth: The Laken Snelling Case & The Psychology of Denial

When 21-year-old University of Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling gave birth alone in her apartment, what happened next stunned investigators. She wrapped her newborn in a towel, placed the body in a trash bag inside her closet — and then,


Inside the Panic: Why D4vd’s “Frunk” Decision Reveals a Broken Mind, Not a Master Plan
07October 23, 2025 10:00am

Inside the Panic: Why D4vd’s “Frunk” Decision Reveals a Broken Mind, Not a Master Plan

When police found the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez inside the front trunk of a Tesla registered to the musician known as D4vd, it didn’t just expose a horrifying crime scene — it exposed a psychological collapse. A moment whe


D4VD & Laken Snelling: Panic, Denial & Disaster, How Young Minds Destroy Their Lives in Seconds
08October 23, 2025 6:00am

D4VD & Laken Snelling: Panic, Denial & Disaster, How Young Minds Destroy Their Lives in Seconds

Two crimes. Two young lives. Two moments of sheer panic that turned fatal. A musician whose Tesla held the body of a missing 15-year-old. A college cheerleader who hid her newborn in a closet, then went out for fast food. In this extended


The Adelsons Fall Apart: Narcissism, Denial, and Legacy in Shambles-WEEK IN REVIEW
09October 18, 2025 6:00pm

The Adelsons Fall Apart: Narcissism, Denial, and Legacy in Shambles-WEEK IN REVIEW

It wasn’t just Donna Adelson who broke down at sentencing—it was her husband Harvey, too. And in their back-to-back emotional outbursts, we witnessed the unraveling of an entire family narrative that had held for over a decade. In this joi


I Am the Victim: Donna Adelson’s Unraveling at Sentencing
10October 16, 2025 2:00pm

I Am the Victim: Donna Adelson’s Unraveling at Sentencing

Donna Adelson didn’t beg for mercy at sentencing—she grabbed the mic and tried to rewrite history. In this raw, emotionally fractured courtroom speech, Donna portrayed herself not as a conspirator—but as a victim. “There are two crimes,” s


You Took My Wife—and My Life: Harvey Adelson Melts Down in Court
11October 16, 2025 10:00am

You Took My Wife—and My Life: Harvey Adelson Melts Down in Court

What happens when a man loses not just his wife—but the version of reality he’s built for over 50 years? In this gripping episode, we unpack the emotional, erratic, and deeply revealing courtroom statement of Harvey Adelson, the husband of


The Adelsons Fall Apart: Narcissism, Denial, and Legacy in Shambles
12October 16, 2025 6:00am

The Adelsons Fall Apart: Narcissism, Denial, and Legacy in Shambles

It wasn’t just Donna Adelson who broke down at sentencing—it was her husband Harvey, too. And in their back-to-back emotional outbursts, we witnessed the unraveling of an entire family narrative that had held for over a decade. In this joi


The Mind of Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer—What Went So Wrong? -WEEK IN REVIEW
13October 11, 2025 6:00pm

The Mind of Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer—What Went So Wrong? -WEEK IN REVIEW

This wasn’t an outburst. It was, according to prosecutors, a deliberate, public execution. A bolt-action rifle. A rooftop. A single shot aimed at a political figure speaking to a crowd of thousands. Prosecutors say Tyler James Robinson left


Charlie Kirk's Shooter Left Clues. Why Didn’t Anyone Stop Him?
14October 09, 2025 2:00pm

Charlie Kirk's Shooter Left Clues. Why Didn’t Anyone Stop Him?

The warning signs were there. According to prosecutors, Tyler James Robinson—the man charged in the assassination of Charlie Kirk—left behind a note, sent texts before and after the shooting, and planned the act for over a week. Yet no one


The Psychology Behind the Alleged Charlie Kirk Assassin
15October 09, 2025 10:00am

The Psychology Behind the Alleged Charlie Kirk Assassin

This wasn’t a moment of rage. According to prosecutors, it was a calculated, deliberate act: a long gun, a rooftop, and a public figure in the crosshairs. In this powerful and deeply psychological episode of Hidden Killers, Tony Brueski i


The Mind of Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer—What Went So Wrong?
16October 09, 2025 6:00am

The Mind of Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer—What Went So Wrong?

This wasn’t an outburst. It was, according to prosecutors, a deliberate, public execution. A bolt-action rifle. A rooftop. A single shot aimed at a political figure speaking to a crowd of thousands. Prosecutors say Tyler James Robinson left


Mental Health Misused, Evidence Destroyed, Questions Ignored | Ellen Greenberg Deep Dive
17October 05, 2025 6:00am

Mental Health Misused, Evidence Destroyed, Questions Ignored | Ellen Greenberg Deep Dive

Mental Health Misused, Evidence Destroyed, Questions Ignored | Ellen Greenberg Deep Dive Ellen Greenberg was found with 20 stab wounds — including 10 in the back of her neck. And yet, her death was ruled a suicide. How? And more importantl


“Do You Think I Killed Her?” Sam Goldberg’s Haunting Words About Ellen Greenberg
18October 02, 2025 6:00pm

“Do You Think I Killed Her?” Sam Goldberg’s Haunting Words About Ellen Greenberg

“Do You Think I Killed Her?” Sam Goldberg’s Haunting Words About Ellen Greenberg What happens when the system doesn’t just fail you — it rewrites the story entirely? In this emotionally raw and deeply insightful episode of Hidden Killers 


From Teacher to Tragedy: Breaking Down Ellen Greenberg’s Mental State | Psych Expert Weighs In
19October 02, 2025 4:00pm

From Teacher to Tragedy: Breaking Down Ellen Greenberg’s Mental State | Psych Expert Weighs In

From Teacher to Tragedy: Breaking Down Ellen Greenberg’s Mental State | Psych Expert Weighs In Was Ellen Greenberg’s death the result of a private mental health spiral — or a sign of something far more sinister?  In this deeply psychologic


This Changes Everything: What the Ellen Greenberg Doc Just Revealed & What's Next?
20October 02, 2025 6:00am

This Changes Everything: What the Ellen Greenberg Doc Just Revealed & What's Next?

This Changes Everything: What the Ellen Greenberg Doc Just Revealed & What's Next? This case was buried under paperwork, silence, and a suicide label. Until now. In this revealing episode of Hidden Killers Live, host Tony Brueski sits dow


How Do You Parent After Murder?  Wendy Adelson’s Children in Crisis-WEEK IN REVIEW
21September 27, 2025 6:00pm

How Do You Parent After Murder? Wendy Adelson’s Children in Crisis-WEEK IN REVIEW

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, pe


The Holocaust Ring Wendy Adelson Refused to Return! Dan Markel Divorce Bombshell
22September 25, 2025 2:00pm

The Holocaust Ring Wendy Adelson Refused to Return! Dan Markel Divorce Bombshell

The Holocaust Ring Wendy Adelson Refused to Return! Dan Markel Divorce Bombshell Divorce filings can reveal more than testimony ever could. In this segment of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, the spotlight turns to Dan Markel’s legal fil


Were Wendy’s Kids Pawns in the Adelson Murder Plot Of Dan Markel? Expert Weighs In
23September 25, 2025 12:00pm

Were Wendy’s Kids Pawns in the Adelson Murder Plot Of Dan Markel? Expert Weighs In

Were Wendy’s Kids Pawns in the Adelson Murder Plot Of Dan Markel? Expert Weighs In When psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, the conversation shifts from testimony to analysis — and the insights a


Inside Wendy Adelson’s Explosive Fight With Her Boyfriend Jeff Lacasse
24September 25, 2025 10:00am

Inside Wendy Adelson’s Explosive Fight With Her Boyfriend Jeff Lacasse

Inside Wendy Adelson’s Explosive Fight With Her Boyfriend Jeff Lacasse Jeff Lacasse’s relationship with Wendy Adelson was anything but stable. In this segment of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, listeners are taken inside a critical fight


Big Breakdown: Inside the Aftermath of Charlie Kirks’ Murder
25September 24, 2025 7:00pm

Big Breakdown: Inside the Aftermath of Charlie Kirks’ Murder

Big Breakdown: Inside the Aftermath of Charlie Kirks’ Murder The assassination of Charlie Kirks has shaken America in a way few acts of political violence have in recent memory. In this Big Breakdown on Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we


How Do You Parent After Murder? Wendy Adelson’s Children in Crisis
26September 24, 2025 4:00pm

How Do You Parent After Murder? Wendy Adelson’s Children in Crisis

How Do You Parent After Murder? Wendy Adelson’s Children in Crisis What happens to children when their father is murdered, their grandparents are in prison, and suspicion hangs over their mother? In this closing segment of Hidden Killers 


Has Wendi Escaped Justice? Or Is She Still Living Under Suspicion?
27September 18, 2025 4:00pm

Has Wendi Escaped Justice? Or Is She Still Living Under Suspicion?

Has Wendi Escaped Justice? Or Is She Still Living Under Suspicion? The final segment brings the conversation into the present day. Wendi Adelson’s testimony, her relocation battles, and her contradictions in court all take center stage. To


If Wendi Adelson DIDN’T Know: Living Under the Shadow Donna Adelson & Murder
28September 18, 2025 2:00pm

If Wendi Adelson DIDN’T Know: Living Under the Shadow Donna Adelson & Murder

If Wendi Adelson DIDN’T Know: Living Under the Shadow Donna Adelson & Murder What if Wendi Adelson didn’t know? In this segment, the focus shifts to the other possibility — that Wendi was in the dark but still forced to live with the fallo


If Wendi Adelson KNEW: Psychotherapist Breaks Down the Mind Games
29September 18, 2025 12:00pm

If Wendi Adelson KNEW: Psychotherapist Breaks Down the Mind Games

If Wendi Adelson KNEW: Psychotherapist Breaks Down the Mind Games Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins the conversation, bringing a professional lens to the question haunting the case: what if Wendi Adelson actually knew? In this


Donna Adelson’s Appeal EXPOSED + Wendi Adelson’s Interrogation — COMPLETE Breakdown!
30September 17, 2025 10:00pm

Donna Adelson’s Appeal EXPOSED + Wendi Adelson’s Interrogation — COMPLETE Breakdown!

Donna Adelson’s Appeal EXPOSED + Wendi Adelson’s Interrogation — COMPLETE Breakdown! In this Hidden Killers Live special, we dedicate a full two hours to the unraveling of the Adelson family, breaking down Donna Adelson’s desperate appeal a


The Psychology of Shock: Why the Charlie Kirk Assassination Feels Different-WEEK IN REVIEW
31September 14, 2025 4:00pm

The Psychology of Shock: Why the Charlie Kirk Assassination Feels Different-WEEK IN REVIEW

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, pe


Charlie Kirk Assassination Fallout: Psychotherapist & Prosecutor Break Down America's Tinderbox-WEEK IN REVIEW
32September 14, 2025 10:00am

Charlie Kirk Assassination Fallout: Psychotherapist & Prosecutor Break Down America's Tinderbox-WEEK IN REVIEW

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, pe


Why Was Jake Haro Free? A Baby’s Death That Should Never Have Happened-WEEK IN REVIEW
33September 14, 2025 6:00am

Why Was Jake Haro Free? A Baby’s Death That Should Never Have Happened-WEEK IN REVIEW

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, pe


Jake Haro Case Castration, Competency Tests & Child Safety Should Society Go Further-WEEK IN REVIEW
34September 14, 2025 5:00am

Jake Haro Case Castration, Competency Tests & Child Safety Should Society Go Further-WEEK IN REVIEW

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, pe


Why We Turn to Conspiracies After Tragedy? Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott Explains
35September 12, 2025 10:00am

Why We Turn to Conspiracies After Tragedy? Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott Explains

Why We Turn to Conspiracies After Tragedy? Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott Explains In this final segment, the Hidden Killers Live team unpacks the psychological pull of conspiracy theories following the Charlie Kirk assassination. Shavaun 


America Addicted to Rage: Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott on the Kirk Assassination
36September 12, 2025 6:00am

America Addicted to Rage: Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott on the Kirk Assassination

America Addicted to Rage: Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott on the Kirk Assassination This segment zooms in on the psychology behind America’s division. With insight from psychotherapist Shavaun Scott, the panel dissects how social media outra


The Psychology of Shock: Why the Charlie Kirk Assassination Feels Different
37September 12, 2025 5:00am

The Psychology of Shock: Why the Charlie Kirk Assassination Feels Different

The Psychology of Shock: Why the Charlie Kirk Assassination Feels Different In this opening segment, Tony Brueski, Stacy Cole, Todd Michaels, and psychotherapist Shavaun Scott examine why the assassination of Charlie Kirk has triggered su


Charlie Kirk Assassination & Steins Courthouse Shooting — Full Psychological & Legal Breakdown
38September 11, 2025 10:00pm

Charlie Kirk Assassination & Steins Courthouse Shooting — Full Psychological & Legal Breakdown

Charlie Kirk Assassination & Steins Courthouse Shooting — Full Psychological & Legal Breakdown   In this Hidden Killers Live full-episode special, we bring you two of the most disturbing cases rocking America right now — the assassination o


From Jen Soto To Jake Harrow: Why America’s Child Protection System is Broken Beyond Repair
39September 11, 2025 8:00pm

From Jen Soto To Jake Harrow: Why America’s Child Protection System is Broken Beyond Repair

From Jen Soto To Jake Harrow: Why America’s Child Protection System is Broken Beyond Repair The final segment of this Hidden Killers Live breakdown brings the conversation to its most haunting point: how could Jake Haro ever be rated “low


Why Did Rebecca Haro Stay With Jake Haro? Trauma Bonds & a Mother’s Responsibility
40September 11, 2025 7:00pm

Why Did Rebecca Haro Stay With Jake Haro? Trauma Bonds & a Mother’s Responsibility

Why Did Rebecca Haro Stay With Jake Haro? Trauma Bonds & a Mother’s Responsibility In this chilling segment, the spotlight turns to Rebecca Haro, the mother who stood by Jake Haro even after he shattered their daughter’s bones and later k