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Inside the Idaho Murders: Howard Blum on When the Night Comes Falling & the Bryan Kohberger Trial

Season 1, Ep. 81

In this episode, we sit down with bestselling author and investigative journalist Howard Blum to discuss his latest book, When the Comes Night Falling, the account of the tragic murders of four University of Idaho students. Blum takes us behind the scenes of the case, sharing exclusive insights into the manhunt that led to Bryan Kohberger’s arrest. Plus, we provide the latest updates on Kohberger's trial and what’s next as this tragic and terrifying case continues to unfold.


Episode Notes and Disclaimer:

https://www.idahostatesman.com/news/local/crime/article292976324.html

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/idaho-murders-suspect-bryan-kohberger-jailed-boise-trial-moved/

https://www.howardblum.com/



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