Kaitlin Armstrong Sentenced to 90 Years in Prison for Murder of Cyclist Anna 'Mo' Wilson
Kaitlin Armstrong has been sentenced to 90 years in prison and fined $10,000 for the first-degree murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson. After deliberating for several hours following Armstrong's guilty verdict, the jury reached this decision.*  The courtroom was filled with tension and emotion as Kaitlin Armstrong received her sentence for the murder of Anna Moriah 'Mo' Wilso...
8m Nov 20, 2023
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WEEK IN REVIEW-Teen from Netflix's 'Take Care of Maya' Files Criminal Complaint Against Hospital for Sexual Abuse
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...
8m Nov 18, 2023
8m
Guilty From the Grave: 1974 Murder Solved
The decades-old mystery surrounding the death of a woman found nearly decapitated in Provincetown has finally been solved. Investigators have officially closed the case of the woman, known for nearly 50 years as the "Lady of the Dunes," after identifying her as Ruth Marie Terry and naming her husband, Guy Muldavin, as the suspect in her murder.  In a significant breakthrough made in October 20...
8m Nov 17, 2023
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How Similar Is Bryan Kohberger to Ted Bundy?
In this episode of 'Murder in the Morning,' hosts Tony Brueski and Stacy Cole embark on a chilling exploration of the unsettling parallels between accused killer Bryan Kohberger and the notorious serial killer Ted Bundy. With a meticulous and in-depth analysis, they delve into the eerie similarities between these two individuals, offering a disturbing look into the minds of these cold-blooded m...
19m Nov 17, 2023
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Mother of Convicted Dentist Arrested in Connection with 2014 Murder of Florida State Professor
Exactly one week after a wealthy Florida dentist, Charlie Adelson, was convicted of killing his sister’s husband, Dan Markel, his mother, Donna Adelson, 73, has been arrested in connection with the 2014 murder. The arrest took place at Miami Dade International Airport, where Donna Adelson and her husband, Harvey Adelson, were about to board a flight to Vietnam with a stop in Dubai.  Donna Adel...
9m Nov 16, 2023
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Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Suspect Transfers Home to Estranged Wife Amid Murder Trial, Wife Attends Court Appearance
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, who is facing charges related to the murders of three women more than a decade ago, recently transferred ownership of his Long Island home to his estranged wife, Asa Ellerup. The move comes as Heuermann remains behind bars, and the trial for his alleged crimes is underway. Ellerup, who is closely following the proceedings, attended her husband's ...
8m Nov 16, 2023
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Arrest Made in the Tragic Death of Former NHL Player Adam Johnson
In a tragic incident that shook the world of ice hockey, former NHL player Adam Johnson lost his life due to a fatal neck injury inflicted during a game. On Tuesday, authorities in England arrested a man on suspicion of manslaughter in connection with Johnson's untimely death.  Adam Johnson, 29, was playing for the Nottingham Panthers in a Champions Cup game against the Sheffield Steelers on O...
12m Nov 15, 2023
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Decades-Long Mystery Solved: Victim Known as 'Baby Jane Doe' Identified After 35 Years
In a significant breakthrough, authorities have finally identified the victim known for nearly 35 years as "Baby Jane Doe," whose disfigured remains were discovered in rural Georgia in 1988. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) announced this development in a news release on Monday.  The remains were found by road workers on December 21, 1988, concealed inside an old television cabinet en...
11m Nov 15, 2023
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Teen from Netflix's "Take Care of Maya" Files Criminal Complaint Against Hospital for Sexual Abuse
Maya Kowalski, the 17-year-old at the center of the popular Netflix documentary "Take Care of Maya," has filed a criminal complaint against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg. Maya alleges sexual abuse during her hospitalization, which adds to the hospital's recent legal troubles.  Maya's attorney, Greg Anderson, confirmed that she submitted the complaint to the Pinellas C...
8m Nov 14, 2023
8m
Convicted Murderer Lori Vallow Alleged Mastermind Behind Child and Rival's Murder Conspiracy, Claims Co-Conspirator's Attorney
Lori Vallow, the convicted murderer already serving three life sentences without parole, has been labeled as the "driving force" behind the conspiracy to kill her children and her romantic rival, according to allegations made by her alleged co-conspirator's attorney, John Prior.  In three court documents filed on Thursday, Prior asserted that Chad Daybell, Vallow's fifth husband, was under Val...
8m Nov 14, 2023
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Son of Former Hollywood Agent Arrested in Connection to Grisly Murder Investigation
Samuel Haskell IV, the 35-year-old son of former Hollywood agent Samuel Haskell III, has been taken into custody by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) on suspicion of murder. The arrest follows the disturbing discovery of a dismembered woman's torso in a dumpster, believed to be connected to the disappearance of Haskell's wife, Mei Haskell, and her parents.  The investigation began when ...
11m Nov 13, 2023
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"Aggressive and Unsettling”: Former Co-Workers Reveal Alarming Behavior of Suspected Gilgo Beach Killer Rex Heuermann
Former colleagues of Rex Heuermann, the architect charged with multiple murders in the Gilgo Beach case, have come forward with disturbing accounts of his behavior, describing him as “aggressive” and unsettling, intensifying the dark cloud surrounding the high-profile case.  Jeffrey St. Arromand, a luxury real estate salesman who worked with Heuermann, detailed his daunting experiences to Andr...
10m Nov 13, 2023
10m
Australian Woman Now Charged with Poisoning Ex-Husband's Family with Mushrooms
Erin Patterson, the host of a weekend family lunch at her Australian country home, faces charges of murdering her ex-husband's parents and aunt with poisonous mushrooms and attempting to murder a fourth guest, according to police reports.  The alleged incident occurred in the Victoria state town of Leongatha, where on July 29, Patterson invited her former husband's parents, Gail and Don Patter...
10m Nov 10, 2023
10m
Alleged Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Receives Rare Visit from Estranged Wife in Jail
In a surprising turn of events, Rex A. Heuermann, the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer, received a visit from his estranged wife, Asa Ellerup, at the Suffolk County Jail in Riverhead on Wednesday. This visit, confirmed by Ellerup's divorce attorney, Bob Macedonio, marks the first time she has visited Heuermann since filing for divorce just six days after his arrest on first- and second-degree ...
11m Nov 10, 2023
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Florida Mother Charged with Aggravated Assault After Allegedly Attempting to Hit School Staff Member
A 42-year-old mother from Florida is facing criminal charges following an alarming incident at Port Charlotte High School. Tarajayne Samuels-Catalan is accused of attempting to strike a high school staff member with her vehicle during a morning drop-off on November 2, leaving the school community in shock.  According to authorities, the incident unfolded when Samuels-Catalan tried to exit the ...
6m Nov 09, 2023
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South Carolina Court Clerk Denies Jury Tampering Allegations in Alex Murdaugh Case
In a pivotal development in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Alex Murdaugh, the South Carolina court clerk, Rebecca "Becky" Hill, at the center of allegations of jury tampering has emphatically denied the accusations under oath. These allegations are part of Murdaugh's bid for a new trial following his conviction in March for the murder of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, in June 2021.  Murd...
12m Nov 09, 2023
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Wisconsin Woman Sentenced to Prison for Stabbing Ex-Boyfriend 19 Times in His Sleep
Morgan Taylor Lund, a 22-year-old Wisconsin woman, has been sentenced to seven years and six months in prison for a shocking crime in which she stabbed her ex-boyfriend 19 times while he slept. The court also ordered her to serve five years of extended supervision for an aggravated battery charge and an additional five years of probation for second-degree recklessly endangering safety.  Lund h...
11m Nov 08, 2023
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Pennsylvania Nurse Faces New Charges for Alleged Insulin Poisoning of Patients
A Pennsylvania nurse, Heather Pressdee, already facing multiple felony charges for alleged harm to patients under her care, now finds herself confronted with dozens of new criminal charges. These charges accuse her of intentionally administering excessive doses of insulin to 22 patients between 2020 and her arrest in May 2023. The allegations extend beyond her initial accusations of killing two...
11m Nov 08, 2023
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Florida Dentist Testifies in Murder-for-Hire Trial: Claims He was Extorted
In a high-profile murder-for-hire trial that has captivated the nation, Florida dentist Charles Adelson took the stand on Friday, testifying that he never explained to authorities that he was a victim of extortion rather than the mastermind behind the 2014 murder of his ex-brother-in-law, Dan Markel. Prosecutors allege that Adelson paid to have Markel killed following a bitter custody battle wi...
11m Nov 07, 2023
11m
Crime Spikes when Daylight Saving Time Ends, Study Finds
A recent study by Vivint, a smart home company, has shed light on a concerning trend in the United States: a surge in various types of crimes following the end of daylight saving time (DST). Based on FBI data recorded between 2017 and 2021, the study reveals alarming statistics and suggests potential solutions to address the issue.  The study's findings indicate a consistent increase in both t...
10m Nov 07, 2023
10m
Teen Found Safe in Alaska: Court Documents Reveal Doomsday Beliefs Behind His Disappearance
Blaze Thibaudeau, the Arizona teenager who recently sparked an international search, has been found safe in Alaska. While Blaze is now out of harm's way, shocking details from court documents shed light on the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and reveal a troubling connection to the Lori Vallow case.  Prosecutors are pushing for the extradition of Blaze's mother, Spring Thibaudeau, ...
9m Nov 06, 2023
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Husband Charged with Murder 7 Years After Wife's Death on Amtrak Train
Angelo Mantych, aged 41, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of his wife, 28-year-old Marina Placensia, who passed away on an Amtrak train journey from Milwaukee to Denver in 2016. The Denver District Attorney’s office announced this following Mantych's arrest on Monday.  On August 30, 2016, the family was traveling to their new home in Denver wh...
8m Nov 06, 2023
8m
What Surprises Might Be Instore for New Alex Murdaugh Trial?
What twists and turns can we expect if Alex Murdaugh, a figure embroiled in scandal and crime, gets another shot in court? This burning question sets the stage for an in-depth discussion between Tony Brueski, host of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, and former defense attorney Lori Hellis, exploring the potential implications and strategies in a hypothetical second trial for Murdaugh.  Alex Murda...
8m Nov 03, 2023
8m
Yoga Instructor Accused in Love Triangle Killing Tracked Victim on Fitness App, Shot Her in Heart
The trial of yoga instructor Kaitlin Armstrong, accused of the murder of Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson, commenced with prosecutors presenting a narrative of jealousy and fatal consequences in an alleged love triangle. Wilson, a skilled cyclist, had a prior romantic involvement with Armstrong's on-and-off boyfriend, professional cyclist Colin Strickland. Prosecutors contend that Armstrong, driven by j...
12m Nov 03, 2023
12m
North Dakota Woman Charged with Murder for Allegedly Poisoning Boyfriend After $30 Million Inheritance Announcement
In a shocking turn of events, a North Dakota woman, Ina Thea Kenoyer, 47, is facing class AA felony murder charges for the alleged poisoning of her boyfriend, Steven Edward Riley Jr., 51, who passed away on September 5, 2023, at a Bismarck hospital. The startling revelation came to light after an autopsy disclosed that Riley had succumbed to poisoning, specifically from ethylene glycol, the pri...
7m Nov 03, 2023
7m
Tragic Shooting Claims Life of Beloved Georgia Elementary School Teacher as Estranged Husband Faces Charges
A devastating incident unfolded in Dallas, Georgia, over the weekend as a beloved elementary school teacher lost her life in a domestic dispute. Jasmyn Victoria Lambert, a 37-year-old third-grade teacher at Still Elementary School in the Cobb County School District, was fatally shot in her own home. Her estranged husband, 42-year-old Tyrone Victor Lambert, now faces multiple charges, including ...
7m Nov 02, 2023
7m
Lawsuit Filed Against Colorado Funeral Home Alleging Fake Ashes Scandal
A Colorado funeral home is facing a lawsuit after allegations surfaced that the owners allowed bodies to decompose while providing families with counterfeit ashes. The lawsuit, filed by Richard Law, claims that Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, Colorado, was involved in a disturbing scandal that affected numerous families.  The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently uncovered ...
8m Nov 02, 2023
8m
New York Man Arrested for Pointing Gun at Child Over Halloween Goody Bag Mix-Up
A shocking incident in Manhasset, New York, has led to the arrest of a 43-year-old man, Michael Yifan Wen, who allegedly pointed a gun at a 6-year-old child. The incident stemmed from a Halloween goody bag mix-up, leaving the community in disbelief.  According to the Nassau County Police Department, on the evening of October 28, a 42-year-old mother, along with her daughter, two sons, and neph...
9m Nov 01, 2023
9m
Armed Intruder Found Dead at Colorado Amusement Park with Explosives; Authorities Investigate Possible Suicide
A disturbing incident unfolded at the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park in Colorado over the weekend when a heavily armed 22-year-old man was discovered dead on the park premises. The incident occurred before the park opened to the public, sending shockwaves through the community.  The Garfield County Sheriff's Office initially responded to a report of a deceased male on Saturday morning. In an ...
6m Nov 01, 2023
6m
Tragedy Strikes Milwaukee: 5-Year-Old Prince McCree Found Dead, Homicide Investigation Underway
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the Milwaukee community is grappling with the tragic loss of 5-year-old Prince McCree, whose disappearance on Wednesday led to a harrowing discovery on Thursday morning. The young boy was found lifeless in a dumpster, just a mile away from his home in the Uptown neighborhood, sending shockwaves through the city.  Milwaukee police swiftly launched a homicide...
6m Oct 31, 2023
6m
"Michael Myers" Masked Robbery Suspects Arrested After Attacks in Omaha
A bizarre and terrifying series of attacks unfolded in Omaha as a 20-year-old male and a 17-year-old female allegedly dressed as the iconic horror character Michael Myers from the "Halloween" movie franchise attacked multiple people with a hammer and robbed them. The suspects were taken into custody following a spree of violence that left victims traumatized.*  Omaha Police responded to a flur...
10m Oct 31, 2023
10m
Former Incel's Threats of Mass Shooting at University of Arizona Foiled by FBI
A potential tragedy was averted when authorities arrested Michael Lee, a self-proclaimed "former incel," for making terroristic threats of a mass shooting at the University of Arizona. The FBI intervened after Lee's disturbing plans surfaced in a Snapchat group chat, leading to his arrest on charges related to interstate threats.*  Michael Lee, 27, attracted the attention of law enforcement wh...
5m Oct 30, 2023
5m
Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Charges in Bryan Kohberger Murder Case, Allows Cameras in Courtroom
In a significant legal development, Judge John Judge has denied the motion to dismiss murder charges against Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old criminology PhD student accused of murdering four University of Idaho students. The defense had argued for dismissal, citing grand jury bias, inadmissible evidence, and prosecutorial misconduct, but the judge deemed these arguments unconvincing.  Kohberger...
11m Oct 30, 2023
11m
Alaska Woman Accused of Covering Up Fatal Hit-and-Run with Moose Fur, Faces Serious Charges
A Delta Junction woman finds herself in a precarious legal situation after Alaska State Troopers accused her of attempting to disguise a fatal hit-and-run incident as a collision with a moose. Chelsie Erickson, 32, was arrested on October 17, facing charges of negligent homicide, failure to render aid, and two counts of tampering with evidence. Her mother, Janell Erickson, 60, was also arrested...
7m Oct 27, 2023
7m
Were Mental Health Signs Ignored in the Mass Shooting?
*These statistics were current at the time of this recording.* Maine Governor Janet Mills has confirmed a devastating shooting incident that left at least 18 people dead and 13 injured in Lewiston. The suspect, identified as Robert Card, is currently at large, and state police have issued a murder warrant for his arrest.  The tragedy unfolded at a bowling alley and restaurant in Lewiston, wher...
10m Oct 27, 2023
10m
Arkansas Authorities Close Decades-Old Case, Naming Deceased Father as the Sole Suspect.
In a groundbreaking development, authorities in Texarkana, Arkansas, have finally cracked a chilling cold case that has remained unsolved for over four decades. DNA evidence has led them to identify Weldon Alexander, the father of the victims, as the prime suspect in the 1981 murder of his own children, Karen and Gordon Alexander.  At a press conference held on October 19, Texarkana Police Chi...
9m Oct 26, 2023
9m
Minnesota Poison Scientist Charged with Murder in Wife's Death Due to Toxic Substance
A Minnesota man with expertise in poison science, Connor Bowman, aged 30, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of his 32-year-old wife, Betty Bowman. Authorities allege that Connor administered a lethal dose of liquid colchicine, a substance used for treating gout, leading to Betty's untimely demise.  Betty Bowman's health took a dire turn in Aug...
11m Oct 26, 2023
11m
A 44-Year-Old Off-Duty Pilot Arrested on 160+ Charges for Attempting to Disrupt Plane's Engines Midflight
A 44-year-old off-duty pilot was apprehended on more than 160 charges following his alleged attempt to disrupt the plane's engines midflight, raising genuine security concerns.  The incident unfolded on Sunday, October 22, aboard a Horizon Airlines flight operated by Alaska Airlines, en route from Everett, Washington, to San Francisco. Authorities received reports of a credible security threat...
12m Oct 25, 2023
12m
Judge Orders Return of Joshua "J.J" Vallow's Remains to Family Amid Ongoing Legal Saga
A judge has ruled in favor of returning the remains of Joshua "J.J" Vallow to his family members. Despite Chad Daybell awaiting his trial in April 2024, both Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell's legal representatives had previously agreed to consumptive DNA testing in 2022, which exhaustively uses all remaining DNA and can only be performed once. The remains of J.J. and his sister, Tylee Rya...
9m Oct 25, 2023
9m
South Carolina Man Pleads Guilty, Faces Life Sentence After Wife's Charred Remains Found in Makeshift Grave
A South Carolina man faces life in federal prison after his wife's burned body was discovered in a 'makeshift' grave in 2020," according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Lawrence Joseph Florentine, 56, has "pleaded guilty to interstate domestic violence resulting in death, use of a firearm during a crime of violence to cause death, obstruction of justice, and use of fire during the commission of ...
9m Oct 24, 2023
9m
Police Chief's Estranged Son Suspected in Shooting of Officers: A Shocking Revelation
In an unsettling development, Metro Nashville Police Chief John Drake disclosed that his "estranged son" is believed to have shot two police officers at a Dollar General store in La Vergne on Saturday afternoon. Chief Drake released the following statement regarding the incident: "I am both shocked and deeply saddened to learn that my estranged son, with whom I have had very limited contact ov...
10m Oct 24, 2023
10m
Tragic Demise of a Brave Voice: Carolyn Andriano, Key Witness in Ghislaine Maxwell Trial, Succumbs to Overdose
In a heart-wrenching revelation this week, Carolyn Andriano, one of the courageous victims who testified against Ghislaine Maxwell in the high-profile sex-trafficking trial, passed away from an accidental overdose.  The West Palm Beach Police Department spokesperson, Mike Jachles, confirmed that the 36-year-old was discovered in a hotel room in West Palm Beach, Florida, on May 23. The toxic co...
8m Oct 23, 2023
8m
Delphi Defense Attorneys Withdraw Amidst Evidence Leak
In a startling development in the Delphi murders case, defense attorneys Andrew Baldwin and Bradley Rozzi announced their withdrawal from representing Richard Allen, the man accused of the brutal killing of two teenage girls in 2017. This decision comes in the wake of a significant leak of sensitive information, including graphic crime scene photographs, from their office.  The Delphi murders,...
14m Oct 23, 2023
14m
WEEK IN REVIEW-'Soldiers of Christ' Religious Group Members, Including Mother, Charged in Connection with Georgia Murder
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...
10m Oct 21, 2023
10m
WEEK IN REVIEW-Oklahoma Judge Faces Removal Over Derisive Texts During Murder Trial
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...
11m Oct 21, 2023
11m
Nearly 200 Decomposed Bodies Unearthed at Colorado Funeral Home
In a shocking development, investigators have unearthed the remains of nearly 200 people from a funeral home in Penrose, Colorado. The authorities were alerted to the Return to Nature Funeral Home weeks ago, following complaints about an "abhorrent smell" that turned out to be the decaying bodies of more than a hundred individuals.  According to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, the grim d...
14m Oct 20, 2023
14m
Joran Vander Sloot Confesses To Murdering Natalee Holloway
In a chilling revelation, Joran van der Sloot has confessed to the murder of Natalee Holloway, almost two decades after she vanished in Aruba. The 36-year-old's confession was obtained by PEOPLE, shedding light on one of the most enigmatic cases in recent memory.  According to the partial transcript, van der Sloot admitted to attempting to seduce Natalee on a beach. However, after the 18-year-...
13m Oct 20, 2023
13m
Mysterious Death: The Rachel Morin Story
In a grim twist of events, the community of Maryland was rocked by the shocking discovery of a local mother's body on the renowned MA & PA Heritage Trail. Rachel Morin, a 37-year-old mother of five, and known fitness aficionado, went missing on Saturday, only to be tragically found dead a day later. As the search for her assailant intensifies, law enforcement and the community join hands, seeki...
13m Oct 19, 2023
13m
Rogue Harvard Medical School Employees Charged with Selling Body Parts
In this episode, we delve into a shocking crime that took place within the hallowed halls of Harvard Medical School. Former morgue manager Cedric Lodge, along with six others including his wife Denise, is indicted for allegedly stealing and selling human remains. The scandal unfolds with macabre transactions, including one that involved trading human skin for leather. We examine the audacious b...
13m Oct 19, 2023
13m
Joran Van Der Sloot To Reveal Where Natalee Holloway's Body Is
As the story unfolds, the main suspect in the high-profile disappearance of Alabama teenager Natalee Holloway, Joran van der Sloot, is slated to plead guilty to federal charges. The courtroom will be in a tense anticipation this Wednesday as it weighs a plea deal with significant implications.  The Holloway family attorney, John Q. Kelly, in a recent interview with the Today Show, shed light o...
10m Oct 18, 2023
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