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  • Zombies, Cults & Kids: Lori Vallow’s Mental Spiral Explained

    Zombies, Cults & Kids: Lori Vallow’s Mental Spiral Explained
    Apr 30 2025
    Zombies, Cults & Kids: Lori Vallow’s Mental Spiral Explained
    Lori Vallow didn’t rant about zombies in court—and that might be the most chilling part. Instead of invoking bizarre religious visions or preaching about doomsday prophecies, she showed restraint. But why? Was this calculated control, or something deeper, darker? Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott unpacks the eerie awareness Lori displayed on the stand, how delusional disorders manifest beneath high-functioning exteriors, and the deeply disturbing loyalty of her brother Alex. From histrionic behaviors to detached justifications for murder, this conversation reveals a psychological profile that’s even more unsettling than the cult beliefs. Why did a respected doctor harbor secret delusions about euthanasia? Could Lori’s Burger King excuse actually be strategic? And how do cult dynamics explain family loyalty that ends in bloodshed?

    #LoriVallow #ChadDaybell #AlexCox #DelusionalDisorder #TrueCrimePsychology #ShavaunScott #HistrionicPersonality #LoriVallowTrial #TrueCrimeAnalysis #HiddenKillersPodcast

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    16 mins
  • Karen Read Said 'I Hit Him' – But What Does That Really Mean?

    Karen Read Said 'I Hit Him' – But What Does That Really Mean?
    Apr 29 2025
    Karen Read Said 'I Hit Him' – But What Does That Really Mean?
    When a Boston cop ends up dead after a party, the official story says his girlfriend, Karen Read, drunkenly backed over him. But is that really what happened? Or is this a case of gaslighting, memory gaps, and a powerful old boys' club protecting its own? In this episode, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins us to dissect the chaotic first days of Read’s retrial. From conflicting confessions and damning Dateline interviews to speculation that she’s been manipulated into rewriting her own memories, the truth feels more elusive than ever. Is Karen Read a killer, or a scapegoat in a web of law enforcement coverups and social media hysteria? This isn’t just about what happened that night—it’s about who controls the narrative when public opinion becomes weaponized.

    #KarenRead #KarenReadTrial #BostonPolice #TrueCrimePodcast #ShavaunScott #HiddenKillersPodcast #PoliceCoverup #PsychologicalManipulation #DatelineConfession #MassachusettsJustice

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    25 mins
  • The Psychology of a ‘Doomsday Mom’ What Made Lori Vallow Kill?

    The Psychology of a ‘Doomsday Mom’ What Made Lori Vallow Kill?
    Apr 28 2025
    The Psychology of a ‘Doomsday Mom’ What Made Lori Vallow Kill?
    What turns a loving mother into a self-declared goddess on a divine mission to destroy? Lori Vallow Daybell’s transformation from suburban mom to apocalyptic believer captivated the nation—and left a trail of death and disbelief. In this episode, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott unpacks the rare psychological disorders that may have fueled Lori’s descent into delusion. Was it narcissism, untreated mental illness, or something more sinister? We explore how Lori and her doomsday partner Chad Daybell spiraled into a shared belief system so extreme it blurred the lines between spiritual obsession and calculated homicide. Why didn’t anyone stop her—and could it happen again?

    #LoriVallow #ChadDaybell #DelusionalDisorder #TrueCrimePodcast #LDSextremism #ShavaunScott #MentalIllnessAndCrime #HiddenKillersPodcast #ZombiesAndMurder #LoriVallowTrial

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    11 mins
  • Cult of Karen: Inside the Extremes of Her Supporters and Detractors

    Cult of Karen: Inside the Extremes of Her Supporters and Detractors
    Apr 28 2025
    Cult of Karen: Inside the Extremes of Her Supporters and Detractors
    An intoxicated woman. A dead police officer. A community split down the middle. What started as a tragic accident has spiraled into a full-blown war of public opinion, complete with viral conspiracy theories, witness intimidation, and phone dumps on army bases. In this chilling breakdown of the Karen Read case, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott helps unpack why average people have transformed into digital crusaders—camping outside courthouses, harassing witnesses, and clinging to narratives that might never be proven. What is it about this case that triggers such intense tribal loyalty? And how do internet echo chambers create alternate realities with devastating real-world consequences? From the psychology of conspiracies to the shady behavior of investigators, this conversation exposes how modern true crime isn’t just about guilt or innocence—it’s about identity.

    #karenread #karenreadtrial #johnokeefe #shavaunscott #truecrimepodcast #conspiracytheories #massachusettscrime #hiddenkillers #tonybruski #psychologyandcrime

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    15 mins
  • What Caused Karen Read's RAGE Toward John O'Keefe, Psychotherapist Explains -WEEK IN REVIEW

    What Caused Karen Read's RAGE Toward John O'Keefe, Psychotherapist Explains -WEEK IN REVIEW
    Apr 27 2025
    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, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.

    This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.

    Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.

    Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.
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    14 mins
  • Psychotherapist Breaks Down WHY Karen Read Has Been Able To Change Her Story So Many Times-WEEK IN REVIEW

    Psychotherapist Breaks Down WHY Karen Read Has Been Able To Change Her Story So Many Times-WEEK IN REVIEW
    Apr 26 2025
    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, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.

    This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.

    Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.

    Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle.
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    11 mins
  • The Psychology Behind Karen Read’s 'Confession' – Shavaun Scott Breaks It Down

    The Psychology Behind Karen Read’s 'Confession' – Shavaun Scott Breaks It Down
    Apr 25 2025
    The Psychology Behind Karen Read’s 'Confession' – Shavaun Scott Breaks It Down
    What happens when a woman with a hazy memory, a high blood alcohol count, and a house full of police becomes the center of a homicide investigation? Day one of Karen Read’s retrial kicks off with the kind of courtroom tension and narrative twists that force you to question everything. Was it an accident fueled by alcohol and chaos, or a convenient scapegoating wrapped in power dynamics and alleged cover-ups?

    Psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott joins to dissect the psychology behind Karen Read’s shifting statements—from early speculation and remorse to outright denial. Is she a woman genuinely haunted by blank spaces in her memory, or is she rewriting reality to survive? We dive into how trauma, peer pressure, and legal strategy might be colliding in one of Massachusetts' most polarizing trials. Featuring analysis of her Dateline interview, courtroom developments, and deeper insight into gaslighting and false memory, this episode explores what makes this case so disturbingly unforgettable.

    #KarenRead #TrueCrimePodcast #KarenReadTrial #ShavaunScott #BostonPoliceCoverUp #Gaslighting #FalseMemory #TonyBrueski #HiddenKillersPodcast #KarenReadRetrial

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    11 mins
  • Breaking Down The Psychology Of Toxic & Dangerous Relationships Therapist Sonnet Daymont

    Breaking Down The Psychology Of Toxic & Dangerous Relationships Therapist Sonnet Daymont
    Apr 25 2025
    When love feels perfect but ends in tragedy—what did we miss?

    On this episode of Murder in the Morning with Tony Brueski and Stacy Cole, we dissect the chilling psychology behind relationships that turn deadly. Joining us is therapist Sonnet Daymont, currently authoring When Dangerous Feels Like Home, a memoir on healing from trauma. She explains how emotional abuse often begins in silence—with over-the-top affection, manipulation disguised as kindness, and patterns that echo past pain. Why do some people keep choosing danger over safety? What separates emotional immaturity from calculated cruelty? And how can early red flags help us stop these tragedies before they escalate? From the eerie calm of love bombing to the invisible trauma of childhood that shapes who we fall for, this conversation cuts deep into the disturbing truth behind crimes like Lori Vallow Daybell's.

    #narcissisticabuse #darktriad #emotionalabuse #lovetrianglecrime #lorivallowdaybell #relationshipredflags #truecrimepsychology #murderinthemorning #toxicrelationships #tonybrueskiandstacycole

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    30 mins
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