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Nightbird: Shavaun Scott on Trauma, Religion & Escaping the Darkness

Published by Tony Brueski on June 13, 2025

Nightbird Shavaun Scott on Trauma, Religion & Escaping the Darkness
In this deeply personal and emotionally gripping episode of Murder in the Morning, Tony Brueski and Stacy Cole are joined by returning guest, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott, for a raw conversation about her powerful new memoir, Nightbird.
Known for her expert psychological insight on high-profile criminal cases, Shavaun steps into the spotlight to share her own story—one marked by religious indoctrination, generational trauma, abusive relationships, and ultimately, survival. With unflinching honesty and dark wit, she opens up about growing up in a strict Pentecostal household, navigating a controlling marriage marked by rage and personality disorder, and the haunting aftermath of a partner’s staged suicide meant to emotionally destroy her.

This episode explores:

The trauma of religious extremism and its lifelong psychological imprint
Why smart, capable people stay in abusive relationships—and how to break free
The harsh truth about Cluster B personality disorders and the limits of therapy
How writing a memoir became the ultimate act of therapy and healing
Why helping others requires first confronting your own darkness

Shavaun also reflects on the professional toll of working with child abuse victims, the emotional armor therapists must develop, and how surviving cruelty doesn’t just lead to strength—it can lead to a mission.

Whether you’ve lived through emotional abuse, questioned your religious past, or simply want to understand the psychological roots of pain and recovery, this episode offers profound perspective, compassion, and a roadmap for healing.

Nightbird is available now wherever books and audiobooks are sold. You’ll laugh, cry, and most of all—feel seen.

Leave your thoughts in the comments—and don’t forget to subscribe for more powerful conversations.

Now streaming on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.

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Big Breakdown - Kohberger Defense Begs For A Delay, While Prosecution Says 'Show Time!' - Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary

Big Breakdown - Kohberger Defense Begs For A Delay, While Prosecution Says 'Show Time!' In this critical episode, we analyze the intensifying pre-trial battle between Bryan Kohberger's defense team and Idaho prosecutors as they clash over the trial timeline for the quadruple murder case that shocked the nation. The defense's urgent motion for delay comes as they claim they need additional time to review the massive amount of evidence, while prosecutors assert they're ready to present their case against the former criminology PhD student accused of killing four University of Idaho students. Our legal experts dissect the defense's arguments for postponement, including their concerns about the volume of digital evidence, thousands of pages of discovery materials, and the complexity of forensic evidence including DNA analysis and cell phone data. We examine the strategic reasoning behind their request, discussing how additional preparation time could benefit Kohberger's defense and potentially impact the quality of representation he receives in this death penalty-eligible case. Conversely, we explore the prosecution's push to move forward, analyzing their confidence in the evidence they've assembled and their desire to bring justice to the victims' families without unnecessary delays. Our panel discusses the emotional toll that extended delays take on the families of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin, and how the court must balance the defendant's rights with the community's need for closure. The episode features insights from criminal defense attorneys and former prosecutors who explain the tactical advantages each side seeks through their positions on timing. We examine similar high-profile cases and how pre-trial delays affected their outcomes, providing context for what might happen in the Kohberger case. Additionally, we discuss the judge's difficult position in deciding whether to grant the delay, considering factors such as the complexity of the case, the defendant's right to adequate representation, and the public's right to a speedy trial. This comprehensive analysis helps viewers understand the crucial pre-trial maneuvering that could significantly impact the trajectory of this closely-watched case. #BryanKohberger #IdahoMurders #UniversityOfIdaho #MoscowIdaho #TrueCrime #CourtTV #PreTrialMotions #LegalStrategy #JusticeForVictims #IdahoStudentMurders #TrialDelay #BigBreakdown #CriminalJustice #DeathPenaltyCase #CourtroomStrategy 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

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