Will Bryan Kohberger Testify? Five Possible Outcomes of THAT Legal Gamble!
Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary
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🗓️ 29 May 2025
⏱️ 23 minutes
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Summary
In this deep-dive true crime video, we explore one of the most pressing questions surrounding the Bryan Kohberger murder trial: Will he take the stand in his own defense? Kohberger, a PhD student in criminology, isn’t your typical defendant. With a background in criminal justice, the courtroom becomes a high-stakes chessboard where every word he says could either help or destroy his defense. Legal experts, forensic analysts, and former FBI profilers have all weighed in on the dangerous gamble of allowing someone with Kohberger’s academic background to testify.
Through a fact-based breakdown, we unpack why defendants—especially those facing capital murder charges—are rarely advised to testify. We compare Kohberger’s situation to other infamous cases, from Ted Bundy’s disastrous self-representation to Curtis Reeves’ rare acquittal after taking the stand. The question isn’t just whether Kohberger can testify, but whether jurors would believe him—and whether his demeanor, confidence, or neurodivergent traits could be misinterpreted as guilt.
This isn’t speculation. This is about perception, strategy, and precedent. We explain the legal consequences of testimony, how cross-examination can destroy a defense, and why even the smartest defendants often fail to connect with jurors.
If you're following the Idaho student murders, this is essential context on the psychological and legal warfare happening behind the scenes. Don't miss this breakdown of what could be the most decisive move in the Bryan Kohberger case.
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| 1:53.2 | Killers podcast with Tony Bruske and continuing coverage of the case against Brian Coburger. |
| 2:00.0 | Brian Coburger is, of course, facing the death penalty for the murder of the four college |
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