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True SunlightTSP #126 - Final Chapter of the Boat Crash Case? Attorneys Launch “Lawfare” Campaign Against Journalists Who Exposed Alex MurdaughInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have endured a lot during the nearly seven years they’ve covered the Murdaugh family but NOTHING like what they’re experiencing now.
Shortly after Mallory Beach's death, Mallory’s family filed a lawsuit in search of justice and accountability and an assurance that Parker’s Kitchen would shore up the training of their cashiers when it comes to the sale of alcohol to minors.
Instead of seeking to settle the case, Parker’s Kitchen, Greg Parker and their legal team appear to have emba...
2025-12-041h 43True SunlightTSP #125 - Our First-Ever: True Sunlight® Podcast 'Allegedly Worst Men Pageant’ Awards Show!While the FBI investigation results in JP Miller’s case remain unconfirmed, Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell, host the first ever True Sunlight Podcast 'Allegedly Worst Men Pageant' Awards Show.
Between the Weldon Boyd and Scott Spivey case in Myrtle Beach, SC to the Gilley case in Houston Texas to Alan Wilson’s failing office— Mandy and Liz unpack the lies, misconduct and audacity.
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2025-11-271h 05True SunlightTSP #124 - Weaponizing the System: Signs, Smears, and Invisible LeashesInvestigative journalist Liz Farrell and producer David Moses examine a disturbing new chapter in the ongoing saga surrounding “Pastor” JP Miller and the Horry County Police Department. What began as a protest seeking Justice for Mica has spiraled into a maze of legal complaints, retaliatory tactics, and baffling law-enforcement decisions—and now the arrest of protester Sandra Caron for writing on a $50 sign JP allegedly created to antagonize her.
(29:00) Then we’re diving into attorney Jonny McCoy’s powerful press conference on behalf of former HCPD employees Mikayla Moscov and Kelsey Manemeit, who allege retaliation and mi...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #51 - 'Overkill' Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh... Part FourIn this episode from June 2022—Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell share revealing jailhouse phone calls that exposed Alex Murdaugh's true character months before his murder conviction.
Hear Alex dismissively mention Stephen Smith and Gloria Satterfield by name, suggest Buster give away Maggie's belongings as Christmas gifts, and obsessively manipulate his family while positioning himself as the victim. Mandy and David add retrospective commentary on the recordings revealing textbook narcissistic patterns: blame-shifting, victim mentality, and seemingly an inability to express genuine remorse.Episode ReferencesMMP #33 - Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The J...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #70 - More Lies and Alibis: What We’re Learning Before The Double Homicide TrialIn this remastered episode from November 2022, we examine the constantly shifting alibi that Alex Murdaugh's defense team presented in the weeks before his murder trial. Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell break down how Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin manipulated media coverage through strategically timed motions and carefully worded statements that technically told the truth while omitting crucial context.
This episode also reveals the five key elements of a Murdaugh defense motion and shows how the defense team planted seeds of doubt through confusing exhibits and sensational headlines.
Plus we refl...
2025-11-181h 06
True SunlightMMP Remastered #66 - Who Killed Maggie and Paul? Part FiveIn this November 2022 episode—remastered with updated context—Mandy Matney dissects one of Dick Harpootlian's most shameful pre-trial stunts: publicly insinuating Curtis "Eddie" Smith of being the "real killer" based on a failed polygraph test.
Watch Dick spiral through desperate theories—from Eddie to groundskeepers to anyone but Alex—while Creighton Waters finally fights back against the media manipulation. Learn about the crucial evidence: high-velocity impact spatter, Paul's phone video destroying Alex's alibi, and the timeline that placed Alex at the scene.
This episode also tackles Judge Carmen Mullen's alleged abuse of power and capt...
2025-11-171h 08
True SunlightMMP Remastered #58 - ‘If You Come For The King, You Best Not Miss’ - Chaos In The Murder CaseIn this remastered episode from August 2022, producer David Moses reflects on the chaotic period just after Alex Murdaugh was first charged with murdering Maggie and Paul.
Looking back from November 2025, after Murdaugh's conviction and two life sentences plus the other 40+ years for financial crimes, Mandy examines how Harpootlian's strategy weaponized every procedural motion to create confusion and control headlines.
The episode also marked an amazing milestone: the announcement of Luna Shark's collaboration with YouTuber Eric Allen Daume, who would later help us create the official podcast for Hulu's "Murdaugh: Death and the Family."
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #15 - Was Alex Mudaugh Actually Shot? Part TwoThis remastered 15th episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast features journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney unpacking the contradictions, chaos, and cover stories surrounding Alex Murdaugh’s now-infamous roadside shooting.
Recorded as the truth about Alex’s insurance fraud scheme began to unravel, this episode reveals how the incident became a desperate attempt to shift public sympathy while investigators closed in.
Mandy and Liz Farrell dissect conflicting 911 calls, bizarre timelines, and law enforcement’s inconsistent response — exposing how power, privilege, and deception collide in South Carolina’s Lowcountry.
With insights from attorney Johnny...
2025-11-1241 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #11 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part OneOn the remastered 11th episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney revisits the chaotic days following Alex Murdaugh’s alleged roadside shooting — a moment that exposed the cracks in the powerful lawyer’s web of lies and manipulation.Through exclusive reporting and sharp skepticism, Mandy questions whether the “suicide-for-hire” story ever made sense, unraveling contradictions between what Alex’s attorneys claimed and what evidence actually showed.This episode also captures how media outlets were misled by Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin’s PR spin — and why challenging their narrative became a defining moment for independen...
2025-11-1137 min
True SunlightMMP Remaster #57 - Broken Trust And The Unseen VillainsIn Broken Trust and the Unseen Villains, journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney revisit one of the most emotionally charged and revealing chapters in the Murdaugh saga.
Recorded during the heated birth of the Beach Family / Mark Tinsley / Parker’s Kitchen civil conspiracy battle (which is still not adjudicated as of November 2025), this episode exposed the powerful network of influence working to silence victims and harass those who sought the truth.
Mandy and Liz reflect on the online trolling, intimidation tactics, alleged ethical breaches, and those who seemed to target Mandy and Liz for rep...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #48 - Means, Motive & OpportunityOriginally released in June 8, 2022, Means, Motive & Opportunity: Who Killed Maggie & Paul? Part Four marks the moment when journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney pieced together the strongest early case against Alex Murdaugh using credible inside sources and relentless investigation.This episode details the mounting forensic and circumstantial evidence — including video placing Alex at the crime scene, financial pressures closing in, and the unraveling power networks that long protected the Murdaugh family.With trademark precision, the journalists break down how opportunity, motive, and means collided on June 7, 2021, leading to two brutal murders that shook South Carolina.2025 Mandy and Liz...
2025-11-0947 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #42 - Who Killed Maggie And Paul? Part ThreeOriginally released in April 2022, Who Killed Maggie & Paul? Part Three marked a critical point in the Murdaugh Murders investigation.In this episode, journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney reveal the first major breakthrough: physical evidence linking Alex Murdaugh directly to the Moselle crime scene through high-velocity impact spatter found on his shirt.
The team unpacked how this discovery—and Alex’s shifting alibi—transformed public perception and intensified scrutiny of law enforcement’s handling of the case. The episode also connected the dots between Alex’s crumbling finances, the upcoming Beach lawsuit hearing, and the mounting pressur...
2025-11-0840 minTrue SunlightTSP #122 - Is Karma Coming to Get JP Miller? + Weldon Boyd Sues Mark TinsleyInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have a Spidey sense and it’s telling them that karma is coming for Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, pastor John-Paul Miller.
(3:33) JP, who is currently facing two lawsuits accusing him of sexually assaulting two teen girls at his father’s Christian school, has been under investigation by the FBI for quite some time. In fact, it was just over a year ago that the FBI sent a cavalry to raid his house. After asking his congregation at Mercy Church to pray and fast for him in a “life or death” situation t...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #26 - Who Killed Maggie And Paul? Part TwoOriginally released in January 2022, Who Killed Maggie & Paul? Part Two captures the moment when the investigation into the Murdaugh murders turned another corner.Journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney dig into what their trusted sources were saying about key evidence placing Alex Murdaugh at the Moselle crime scene—and the pressure building around law enforcement to act.We dissect conflicting timelines, question the Colleton County coroner’s findings, and trace how Alex’s shifting alibis exposed deep cracks in South Carolina’s justice system.This remastered edition revisits the reporting with new clarity in light of Alex Murdaugh’...
2025-11-0539 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #46 - Alex Murdaugh's Ground Zero: The Case that Changed EverythingWhen the Murdaugh Murders Podcast first released Episode 46 in May of 2022, it exposed how the 2019 boat crash that killed Mallory Beach became the case that cracked open a century-old power system in South Carolina.In this newly remastered edition, journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney revisit the episode that revealed how one tragedy unraveled the Murdaugh dynasty — and how victims’ families fought back against money, influence, and intimidation.The hosts trace the ongoing fallout from the Beach family’s civil cases, the legislative push to reduce corporate accountability in alcohol sales, and the extraordinary courage behind Mals-Palz, the nonprofit...
2025-11-0451 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #84: The Latest on Stephen Smith, SLED’s Investigation into the Murders and Russell Lafitte’s FutureBefore Episode Six of Hulu’s “Murdaugh: Death in the Family” releases this week, we’re taking a moment to revisit one of our most pivotal episodes — MMP #84, first published on March 15, 2023 when our Luna Shark team was still reeling from the aftermath of Alex Murdaugh’s double-murder trial. Yet, even then, we knew the story wasn’t over. This episode marks a reminder that accountability journalism doesn’t end with a verdict… it begins there.Co-hosts and journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney take a look at the latest criticism of the murder investigation and South Carolina Law Enforcement Divisio...
2025-11-0356 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #61 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part SixProducer David Moses reflects on episode published back in September of 2022 and shares his opinion on the persistent failures, lost evidence, and political fear that have stalled justice for nearly a decade.
Listen to Cup of Justice #124 to learn more about the mysterious calls Eric Bland received from Randy Murdaugh and an anonymous 'journalist'.
In this episode, journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney confront the institutional cowardice that allowed a young man’s murder to be buried under rumor and silence—and honor Sandy Smith’s relentless fight for truth.
With com...
2025-11-0255 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #24 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part FiveIn this powerful remastered episode, journalists Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney revisits Sandy Smith’s 2016 letter to the FBI — the desperate plea of a mother who refused to let her son’s death be forgotten. With new commentary, Mandy exposes how systemic neglect and media exploitation compounded Sandy’s pain, even as she fought for the truth about Stephen’s suspicious death.
This episode tracks the turning points that brought new allies into Sandy’s fight — attorney Mike Hemlepp’s compassionate advocacy, SLED’s renewed investigation, and the community’s rallying support.
Mandy also reflects on how Hulu’s M...
2025-11-0153 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #16 - What Happened to the Money? Part OneWhen The Murdaugh Murders Podcast first released this episode on November 3, 2021, Mandy (and David) were just beginning to unravel the financial rot behind Alex Murdaugh’s crimes.This pivotal chapter revisits the moment Eric Bland, Mark Tinsley, and even (Team Dick's) Joe McCulloch filed for a groundbreaking receivership motion — freezing Murdaugh’s assets and setting the stage to expose the scale of his deception.
This episode marks the turning point where the podcast stopped chasing headlines and started demanding accountability — connecting the courtroom, the cash, and the culture that protected Alex Murdaugh for decades. On Tuesday, N...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #17 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part FourIn this haunting installment from November 10, 2021, journalist Mandy Matney revisits the 2015 death of Stephen Smith, exposing how South Carolina’s Highway Patrol let the case go cold—and we ask why. Mandy’s new commentary reveals how incompetence blurred into intentional avoidance and how political pressure protected the powerful.
In this episode, we revisit the December 7, 2015 anonymous tip to South Carolina Highway Patrol, examine the December 9, 2015 alternative theory presented by Hampton law enforcement, and the eventual interview six months later which concluded the SCHP investigation into Stephen's brutal death.
Stephen’s story is no longer a...
2025-10-3140 minTrue SunlightTSP #121 - Unhinged Deputy Finally ARRESTED, But Where are the Rest of the Charges? + JP Miller Loses AGAIN In Court (Again!)Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell peel back the latest layers of South Carolina’s two-tier justice system — where accountability seems to stop at the badge...
After a viral video showed fired Beaufort County Deputy Billy Squires holding teenagers at gunpoint in a Hilton Head neighborhood, it took an entire month — and mounting public outrage — before SLED finally charged him and his neighbor. Mandy, Liz, and producer David dissect the weak charges, the troubling omissions in the affidavits, and what this case reveals about how law enforcement protects its own.Then, the team pivots to another jaw-droppin...
2025-10-3053 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #45 - What Happened to Gloria Satterfield? Part SixWhen Murdaugh Murders Podcast first released Episode 45 on May 18, 2022, it marked a turning point in exposing South Carolina’s deep-rooted legal corruption.In this remastered edition, journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell revisit how Alex Murdaugh’s lies and influence weaponized the justice system — from the manipulation of insurance payouts to the silence of the South Carolina Bar Association. We received new information from the attorneys and insurance companies who investigated Gloria Satterfield’s death. Not only do these new details raise more questions about what happened at Moselle the day of her alleged “trip and fall,” the new information...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #20 - What Happened to Gloria Satterfield? Part FiveIn this newly remastered episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, journalist Mandy Matney revisits the day she realized hidden truths about Gloria Satterfield’s mysterious fall—and the paper trail that exposed Alex Murdaugh’s financial deception.Looking back when this episode was published on December 1, 2021, Mandy recalls being in court as sunlight finally pierced the Murdaugh family’s shadowy network and fiery attorney Eric Bland confronted a system built to protect power and silence.Mandy Matney & Liz Farrell take you through everything they know about Gloria's injuries and the mysterious documents surrounding her death. Plus, the courtroom...
2025-10-2637 min
True SunlightSoundbites Premium Preview - Closing Our Murdaugh Era (Part One): Untangling the Web To Weave Justice and AccountabilityWelcome to Soundbites, the official LUNASHARK Premium recap hosted by Beth Braden, journalist and researcher for the True Sunlight Podcast.
Normally, Soundbites is where our Premium community gets an exclusive, behind-the-scenes breakdown of the biggest stories from True Sunlight and Cup of Justice. But this month, we’re sharing this episode on the public feed so everyone can catch up on the reporting.
With Hulu’s Murdaugh: Death in the Family capturing national attention and our Murdaugh: Death in the Family Official Podcast climbing the charts, we wanted to make sure both longtime listeners...
2025-10-2555 minTrue SunlightTSP #120 - Arrest Of Unhinged Deputy Held Up By Murdaugh Associate, Duffie Stone + Will SC Attorney General Get Caught In Lie In Spivey CaseInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have learned over the years that taking a week off from True Sunlight means only one thing: the Good Ole Boys will go back to Good Ole Boying.
And last week we had mostly good things, starting with people’s love for “Murdaugh: Death in the Family.”
The series is a No. 1 hit on Hulu or Hulu on Disney+, and the Official Companion Podcast, as well as True Sunlight and event the legacy feed of remastered Murdaugh Murders Podcasts, are all burning through the charts. Woo-hoo!!!
On today’s episode, Mandy a...
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Murdaugh Murders PodcastFEED DROP - Murdaugh: Death In The Family Official PodcastFollow The Murdaugh: Death in the Family Official Podcast and Rate 5 Stars On Apple: hulumurdaughpod.com.
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Showrunner, Co-Creator and Executive Producer, Michael D. Fuller joins journalist Mandy Matney to discuss Murdaugh: Death in the Family. Explore that haunting 911 call, the human complexities and the emotional truths from South Carolina’s darkest story.
From Jason Clarke's radical transformation to the boat crash that ignited a nation’s intrigue, listeners dive deeper into the creation and overarching themes of Hulu’s original series...
2025-10-2255 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #19 - Alex Murdaugh Charged With 27 New Felonies And Why That Is A Big DealWhen this episode first aired in November 2021, it marked a defining moment in the Murdaugh investigation — and in the evolution of The Murdaugh Murders Podcast. For the first time, journalist Liz Farrell joined Mandy Matney, transforming what had begun as a one-woman pursuit of truth into a powerhouse partnership built on trust, tenacity, and shared purpose.
On Friday, November 19th, 2021 we learned that prosecutors issued 27 additional felony charges against Alex Murdaugh bringing the total possible jail time to over a hundreds years and our sources believe that could be just the beginning.
In this s...
2025-10-2139 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #13 - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part ThreeIn this remastered episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, producer David Moses revisits the fall of 2021 — a turning point for the investigation and for the people demanding accountability in South Carolina’s Lowcountry.
In this episode, listeners rediscover how Gloria Satterfield’s case cracked open the Murdaugh empire and set the stage for a national reckoning.Mandy Matney’s original reporting and Eric Bland’s fiery pursuit of justice unfold alongside reflections on how these moments inspired Hulu’s original series Murdaugh: Death in the Family.It’s not just a look back — it’s a reminder of why...
2025-10-1926 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #12 - What Happened to Gloria Satterfield? Part TwoThe chaos was real in the fall of 2021— threats, sleepless nights, and a story too important to stop. In this remastered episode, Mandy Matney and producer David Moses revisit the moment Eric Bland stormed into the Murdaugh universe with a voice loud enough to advocate for his clients while he was knocking on doors to demand accountability.
As the Gloria Satterfield case gained national attention, Episode 12 marked a turning point — when facts, fraud, and fear collided. This remastered edition features new commentary from producer David Moses reflecting on how fear turned into defiance, and journalism became personal.
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #10 - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part OneBefore Murdaugh: Death in the Family became a Hulu Original Series, there was a podcast — and one episode that changed everything.In this remastered edition of Episode 10: “What Happened to Gloria Satterfield — Part One,” investigative journalist Mandy Matney exposes how a decades-long pattern of deception surrounding the Murdaugh family reached a heartbreaking turning point. What began as a mysterious “trip and fall” at the Murdaugh home unraveled into a shocking financial conspiracy — one that stole from a grieving family and revealed the first cracks in a powerful Lowcountry dynasty.With new commentary from producer David Moses and never-before-heard ref...
2025-10-1646 min
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Showrunner, Co-Creator and Executive Producer, Michael D. Fuller joins journalist Mandy Matney to discuss Murdaugh: Death in the Family. Explore that haunting 911 call, the human complexities and the emotional truths from South Carolina’s darkest story.
From Jason Clarke's radical transformation to the boat crash that ignited a nation’s intrigue, listeners dive deeper into the creation and overarching themes of Hulu’s origina...
2025-10-1555 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #9 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part ThreeJoin investigative journalist Mandy Matney, as we look back at how the Murdaugh name was brought up more than 40 times during the course of the investigation of Stephen Smith’s death in 2015. No suspects have been named to this day... but Mandy's original deep dive into the investigation file is so important to providing context on where the case stands today. As a result of their investigation into the homicides of Maggie and Paul, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) reopened Smith's 2015 death investigation, and once again publicly linked it to the Murdaugh name. Smith was found...
2025-10-1534 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #8 - Who Shot Alex Murdaugh? Part OneWhether you’re revisiting the story or discovering it for the first time, prepare for a revealing, uncompromising look at power, justice, and the pursuit of answers.
Alex Murdaugh, a prominent South Carolina attorney whose wife and son were murdered in June, claimed he was shot in the head on September 4, 2021.Nearly three months after his wife and son were murdered, Alex Murdaugh called 911 to report that he himself had been shot... however... In this gripping episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, investigative journalist Mandy Matney breaks down the shocking alleged shooting of Alex Murdaugh and q...
2025-10-1416 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #7 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part ThreeInvestigative journalist Mandy Matney looks back at the Murdaugh family's involvement in the 2019 boat crash on Archers Creek near Parris Island that killed Mallory Beach and the subsequent investigation. She shares the challenges she faced while investigating the Mallory Beach case, expresses suspicion over missing evidence, and emphasizes the importance of persistence and listening to sources in investigative reporting. On this episode, we dive into dash cam videos and depositions, that suggest a potential cover-up by law enforcement and the Murdaugh family. Paul Murdaugh's blood test revealed he was 3.5 times over the legal limit. Anthony Cook, a pass...
2025-10-1331 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #6 - Who Killed Maggie And Paul? Part OneIn the month after Maggie and Paul’s murders, there was very little information available about the double homicide investigation. Mandy's sources in law enforcement were extremely careful and tightlipped — so it took months to get enough information about the double homicide that would fill up a podcast episode.On June 7, 2021, Alex Murdaugh called 911 at 10:07 PM, reporting his wife and son were shot. The 911 call was released six weeks later. Paul was shot twice, and Maggie was shot multiple times. SLED took over the case due to potential conflicts of interest with the local sheriff's office. At the time...
2025-10-1228 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #5 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part TwoFrom 2019 to the publication of this episode in July of 2021, journalist Mandy Matney was dedicated to uncovering the truth behind one of South Carolina’s most complex and far-reaching cases.
In this 5th chapter, Mandy dives back into the tragic events surrounding the death of Mallory Beach, exploring the investigation, the confusion that followed, and the far-reaching influence of the Murdaugh family.
Through newly released files, exclusive interviews, and firsthand accounts, Mandy unravels the unanswered questions and alleged cover-ups that have fueled a national conversation.
Stay Tuned, Stay Pesky and Stay in the Su...
2025-10-1132 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #4 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part TwoIn this remastered episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Journalist Mandy Matney takes listeners deep into the perplexing and unsolved case of Stephen Smith—a 19-year-old nursing student whose suspicious death in 2015 continues to baffle both investigators and the community of Hampton County, South Carolina. Matney begins by recalling her first encounter with Sandy Smith, Stephen’s dedicated mother who, frustrated by an apparent lack of official progress, compiled her own exhaustive documentation of her son’s case. Mandy shines a light on the systemic issues of jurisdictional confusion, overlooked leads, and possible interference that have plagued the invest...
2025-10-1028 minTrue SunlightTSP #119 - Why Accountability Still Matters After Unhinged Cop’s Firing + Why NOT Put Pedos Behind Bars, Alan Wilson?Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have a lot to cover before the release of Murdaugh: Death in the Family, which premieres Oct. 15 on Hulu and Disney+. And we’re equally excited for the launch of our Official Podcast, also premiering on Hulu and Disney+, with extended audio episodes on all audio platforms!
Last week, (4:30) Houston’s alleged wife and baby murderer Lee Gilley filed a motion to… go home to South Carolina for Thanksgiving? Excuse me, sir? One year after he was charged with killing Christa Bauer and her unborn baby, Gilley is putting his mama’s...
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True SunlightMMP Remastered #3 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part OneIn February 2019, Mallory Beach was killed in Beaufort County, South Carolina as a result of a horrific boat crash on Archers Creek near Parris Island. Paul Murdaugh was indicted for Boating Under The Influence Resulting In Death among other charges and awaiting trial.
Investigative journalist Mandy Matney guides you through details of events leading up to the crash, including Paul Murdaugh's intoxication and erratic behavior. The investigation was chaotic, with delays and alleged confusion over who was driving the boat. The civil lawsuit, filed by Mallory's mother, Renee Beach, and led by Mark 'The Tig...
2025-10-0927 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #2 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part OneStephen Smith was killed in Hampton County, South Carolina in July of 2015 and his homicide remains open and unsolved...
On this second installment of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney discusses the Stephen Smith case, highlighting the 2180 days his family has waited for justice at the time of this episodes original release... now 3,744 days for all who are counting. The case was complicated by jurisdictional issues and conflicting reports. Rumors linked the Murdaugh family to Smith's death, but investigators failed to connect the dots or substantiate any of the claims.
Plu...
2025-10-0827 min
True SunlightMMP Remastered #1 - 'South Carolina's Chappaquiddick'As Hulu prepares to premiere its original series “Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on October 15th, investigative journalist Mandy Matney and the LUNASHARK team revisit the pivotal cases that have gripped the Lowcountry and the nation. This special release is part of a curated collection of 40 episodes, remastered and re-released over the next eight weeks, offering listeners a fresh perspective on the reporting and real events that inspired the Hulu series.On this very first episode, released on June 22, 2021, Mandy Matney discusses the Murdaugh family's history and recent tragedies, including the 2019 boat crash involving Paul Murdaugh, the 2015 death of S...
2025-10-0725 minTrue SunlightTSP #116 - Accused Pedo RJ May Digs Himself Into A Deeper Hole + ‘I’m Stressed as F**k’: Bradley Williams Tells Police Why They Shot Scott SpiveyInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have seen some dumb litigators in their day, but the person representing former South Carolina Rep. RJ May is by far the biggest idiot. RJ May — who is representing himself in court after being charged with 10 federal counts of distributing child sexual abuse material this past June — filed his very first motion last week after firing his public defense team, who wouldn’t file the motion for him … likely because it’s a really bad idea.
The 32-page handwritten filing accuses the government of misconduct but not for any reason you could g...
2025-09-181h 10True SunlightTSP #115 - RJ and the Dorkus: Who Is Helping Former SC Legislator RJ May In His Child Sex Crime Case?Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell weren’t surprised to learn last week that former South Carolina Rep. RJ May has asked to be his own lawyer. May — who faces 10 federal charges of distributing child sexual abuse materials — is that kind of guy. Just ask his father, whose post-arrest advice to May was “Humility, Robert John. You’ve got to have humility in all this.”
But is RJ May truly representing himself? Or is he getting behind-the-scenes help from friends? On today’s episode, Mandy and Liz share RJ May’s texts and phone calls from Edgef...
2025-09-111h 13True SunlightTSP #114 - Weldon Boyd’s Story About Killing Scott Spivey Wasn’t Adding Up So Horry County Police Helped Him with His MathIt’s a surreal week for us at True Sunlight and LUNASHARK. On October 15th, the story that began here as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast will premiere worldwide as Murdaugh: Death in the Family on Hulu and Disney+. Seeing Mallory, Gloria,, Stephen, Maggie and Paul’s stories honored on screen is bittersweet — a reminder of the victims at the heart of all of this. While that project brings global attention to systemic corruption in South Carolina, we remain deeply rooted in the work of uncovering the truth.
Thanks to Liz Farrell’s intrepid reporting, Mandy Matney and Liz and r...
2025-09-041h 08True SunlightTSP #113 - Is Accused Pedophile RJ May Just an Idiot or Is He Also Up to Something?Accused pedophile and former SC lawmaker RJ May is facing ten federal charges of distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) — but instead of mounting a serious defense, his lawyer leaned on arguments involving Wi-Fi passwords, multitasking excuses, and even LEGOLAND trips.
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell dig into May’s detention hearing, exposing the bizarre legal tricks, the failure of DSS to protect children, and the lingering questions about how deep South Carolina’s “Good Ole Boy” network goes.
The team also continues its investigation into (48:01) Weldon Boyd and the suspicious handling of the Scott S...
2025-08-2858 minTrue SunlightTSP #106 - SC Attorney General’s Office Calls Scott Spivey Shooting a ‘Citizen’s Arrest’ + A Closer Look At Weldon Boyd’s Star WitnessInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their in-depth, real-time reporting on the Scott Spivey shooting case (aka the Horry County Police Department public corruption case).
On this week’s episode: Was Heather Weisz from South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson’s office working as a prosecutor or Weldon Boyd and Bradley William’s free defense attorney?
Also on the show, the first part of True Sunlight’s deep dive into the so-called star witness for Weldon and Bradley. Other than Weldon, Witness No. 1 is the only other person who called 911 to report Scott for drivin...
2025-07-031h 19True SunlightTSP #104 - How Alan Wilson’s Office Failed Sara Lynn Moore Colucci And Paved The Way For Her Husband’s Murder Case To Get DismissedInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have spent the past year preparing for Charleston-area good ole boy Michael Colucci to be tried again for the 2015 murder of his wife, Sara-Lynn Moore Colucci.
Twice a retrial was scheduled. And twice it didn’t happen. On Tuesday, after the jury had been seated, South Carolina Judge Roger M. Young quashed the indictment of Colucci and dismissed what was to be a two-week trial and the end of what had become the oldest open murder case in the state.
For 10 years, Sara-Lynn...
2025-06-191h 24True SunlightTSP #102 - Third Horry County Cop Caught on Video Helping Weldon Boyd at Shooting Scene + JP Miller Married Suzie SkinnerInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell encountered something new on the JP Miller beat over the past week and it might just be his villain origin story. Myrtle Beach churchy-business bro “Pastor” John-Paul Miller — who stands accused of stalking and harassing his estranged wife Mica Francis and allegedly contributing to her death in April 2024 — got married this past weekend to his rumored longtime paramour Suzie Skinner — the widow of a quadriplegic man who was found dead at the bottom of his community pool in September 2021 (two weeks after he allegedly told JP to stay away from his wife and kids). The...
2025-06-051h 12True SunlightLUNASHARK Premium Dive #7 - Red Flags on Divorce And Challenging Flaws in LegislationOn this special LUNASHARK Premium Dive episode, LUNASHARK Librarian Kate Thomas examines divorce laws, particularly in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, highlighting the complexities and potential dangers, especially for victims of abuse.
Today, we are motivated by the loss of Mica Francis, whose tragic death raises questions about how outdated divorce laws may have failed to protect her from an alleged abuser. We explore the requirements for divorce in these three case study states, including separation periods and fault grounds.
The links below provide resources and guidance for individuals experiencing abuse or seeking divorce...
2025-05-221h 01True SunlightTSP #100 - Murdaugh Clerk Charged With Four Felonies + Weldon Boyd Calls Reveal Changing Stories About What Happened to Scott SpiveyInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — and the whole LUNASHARK team — are celebrating 100 episodes of True Sunlight Podcast, the show that emerged from their relentless pursuit of justice in the highly acclaimed Murdaugh Murders Podcast (which, of course, is the basis for the star-studded Hulu scripted series currently filming in Atlanta).
What better way to celebrate two years of post-Murdaugh reporting than with an old throwback … breaking Murdaugh news on a Wednesday! Former Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill was arrested and charged with four felony counts — two misconduct in office charges, an obstruction of justice c...
2025-05-151h 17True SunlightTSP #94 - Buster Murdaugh Claims ‘Sinister, Depraved and Menacing’ Depiction Of His Family; Court Docs Say + Why The Latest 911 Call From JP Miller Scares UsInvestigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell share updates (1:19) about South Carolina’s thrice-accused rapist Bowen Turner and his quest to get off the sex offender list, plus the latest in the (2:30) Christa Bauer case in Houston, where her husband, Lee Gilley, stands accused of murdering her and her unborn baby. (3:34) Also on today’s show, Mandy and Liz comb through Buster Murdaugh’s amended defamation complaint against Warner Brothers and share their thoughts on Buster’s arguments and the challenges he and his defendants might face. (39:30) Plus, Myrtle Beach churchy...
2025-04-031h 11True SunlightTSP #90 - JP And Wayne Miller’s Churchy-Business Kingdom Crumbles With Jane Doe No. 2’s Abuse Allegations In New LawsuitThis week, investigative journalists — Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — broke news that a second Jane Doe case had been filed against Myrtle Beach pastor John-Paul Miller, accusing him of sexually abusing a 14-year-old student at Cathedral Hall Academy (formerly known as Grand Strand Academy), a school owned JP’s father Wayne Miller, who is named as a co-defendant in the case. In 1999, when JP Miller was 20 years old he allegedly molested the child after inviting her to play piano with him alone in the church sanctuary. The girl told a teacher about what JP allegedly d...
2025-03-061h 09True SunlightTSP #89 - ‘I’m a survivor’: Lawyer Behind Explosive Lawsuit Accusing JP Miller Of Rape Has No Fear + Pastor Disaster In Court This WeekInvestigative journalists — Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — broke major news this past Tuesday with the announcement that Myrtle Beach pastor JP Miller has been accused of raping a 15-year-old girl at his father’s church, Cathedral Baptist Church (formerly All Nations Church), in 1998 and again sexually assaulting her in 2023. The lawsuit was filed by Jane Doe No. 1 against John-Paul Miller, Reginald Wayne Miller, and their churches, including Solid Rock Ministries. Mandy and Liz share details of the lawsuit while connecting the dots on what was happening in JP’s life at the time. ...
2025-02-271h 23True SunlightTSP News Break "Mini-Sode": Chris Skinner 911 call + What JP Miller’s Ex SaidWe originally planned to take this week off entirely, but guess what happened...? We got a flood of FOIA responses in the Mica Francis case… This week, due to the dogged FOIAing from Beth Braden and brilliant mind of Liz Farrell, LunaShark was the first media outlet to receive the 911 call from the incident that led to Chris Skinner’s death on September 6, 2021. Tik Tok has been hot with Chris Skinner theories ever since the news of Mica’s death hit national headlines — but JP’s ex-wife’s mention of Skinner in recent emergency protective orde...
2024-06-2718 minTrue SunlightTSP #46 - The Chaotic Life of Michael Colucci + Bowen Turner’s Entitlement on Full Display in Police VideoSandy Smith, David and Mandy headed to Wichita to speak at the Kansas Governor's Office Crime Victims Rights Conference this week. Sandy and Mandy presented a case study in media and how powerful forces can shape a victim's pursuit of justice. You'll hear a short excerpt from today's presentation and Premium Members will get the full video soon.On today's episode, True Sunlight Podcast, Co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their deep dive into the circumstances surrounding the death of Sara Lynn Colucci, ahead of her husband’s retrial for murder this May.Through an ext...
2024-04-111h 00True SunlightCould the Jeroid Price Case Get Worse? More Bad Behavior Outed By Women AttorneysTrue Sunlight co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell go down the rabbit hole on South Carolina Judge Casey Manning, who is perhaps most famously known for his role in the secret release of convicted murderer Jeroid Price, who remains on the run.Mandy and Liz break down a 2019 case involving the brutal murder of a South Carolina mom of five by her ex-boyfriend. Judge Manning’s behavior during the trial was reportedly so egregious and awful that it now threatens to overturn the man’s conviction.In sharing yet another example of South Carolina’s broken...
2023-06-2958 minTrue SunlightMMP #43 - How Many People Will Go Down For This? Part TwoAs police are still investigating the five deaths that have been tied to the Murdaugh family, we’re trying to answer a big question in this case — what happened to the money?
Following the money has led us down some strange, unexpected paths in this story — especially in the last week when it was discovered that Alex paid $110,000 for a funeral home. This funeral home is linked to one of Murdaugh's alleged victims and also linked to a funeral director that once sawed a man’s leg’s off because he was too tall to fit in...
2022-05-0444 minTrue SunlightMMP #42 - Who Killed Maggie and Paul Murdaugh? Part ThreeMultiple sources have told us that high-velocity impact spatter was present on the shirt Alex Murdaugh was wearing the night of the murders and that this evidence has been independently analyzed and confirmed by multiple forensic experts — including by at least one out-of-state laboratory.
In this special breaking episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Mandy and Liz dive into all of the details in the June 7, 2021 double homicide of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh — a murder investigation like no other.
You’ll also hear from Linda Rourke, a professor at the John...
2022-04-2734 minTrue SunlightMMP #41 - Hutt-winked and Harpootlianed: The Good Ole Boys Strike BackThis episode is about so much more than jailhouse phone calls right now. This is about the future of the justice system in our state.
Will we continue to stand by and let Good Ole Boys like Dick Harpootlian and Brad Hutto run our courts? Or is it finally time for a change?
In this episode, Liz, Mandy and David take you through every bit of Dick and Jim’s lawsuit — including all of their mistakes.
And we’re not done with the Bowen Turner case, either. Over the weekend, State Se...
2022-04-2042 minTrue SunlightMMP #40 - Bowen Turner & The Two Systems Of Justice19-year-old Bowen Turner is accused of raping three women between 2018-2019. One of those victims, Dallas Stoller, died in November of 2021.
In this special episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, you’ll hear from Dallas’ sister and father, who were in the courtroom last week when Turner got a shocking sweetheart deal of just five years probation.
He won’t have to register as a sex offender. Solicitor David Miller of the Second Circuit Solicitor’s Office agreed to the deal. Judge Markley Dennis approved the sentence.
Like Paul Murdaugh, Bowen Turner had the privile...
2022-04-1357 minTrue SunlightMMP #39 - Doubling Down On Duffie Stone - Conduct and Conflicts In The 14th CircuitWhile there was a lot of news related to the Murdaugh saga in the last week, this episode will focus on 14th Circuit Solicitor Duffie Stone and why his involvement in this case matters.
We still have questions that need to be answered and, as residents who live in the 14th Circuit, we are concerned about our solicitor and justice system in the Lowcountry.
In this episode, hear a special guest explain why Stone’s involvement was concerning and what it means to the case.
Bonus! You’ll hear comedian Kathle...
2022-04-0634 minTrue SunlightMMP #38 - Transparency or Trickery? John Marvin And The Murdaugh MoneyAre the Murdaugh’s in the middle of PR push? And what happened to all of the money?
In episode 38, Mandy Matney, and Liz Farrell unpack a ton of information that came out about the Murdaugh family in the last week.
We talk about possible tampering with evidence at the double homicide scene. And a mysterious check from Alex to a local police chief.
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2022-03-3044 minTrue SunlightMMP #37 - "Dear Cory": Letters, Lies And The LawThere is A LOT to unpack about Cory Fleming. So much, that it doesn’t all fit into one episode. But this week, we received a shocking document showing Fleming’s apparent defense — and it includes a letter and text messages between Alex and Cory as Alex sat in both a Florida rehab facility and a SC jail respectively.
In episode 37, Mandy, Liz and Eric Bland unpack both Cory Fleming’s bond hearing and his shocking defense in a plea to the Georgia Bar.
It seems like Cory isn’t going down without a fight, even after a...
2022-03-2344 minTrue SunlightMMP #36 - ‘A Golden Day For Justice’: Cory Fleming Indicted On 18 ChargesSuspended attorney Cory Fleming was indicted on 18 charges related to the Gloria Satterfield case. While we wait for his bond hearing, Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland unpack the latest indictments and what it means for the justice system.
While Fleming was finally indicted, so many others who allegedly participated in this scheme have escaped accountability so far.
Fleming’s arrest is a big deal — we will tell you why.
And a special thank you to our sponsors: Cerebral, Hunt-A-Killer, Priceline, Embark Vet, VOURI, Hello Fresh, Babbel, Article, and other...
2022-03-1732 minTrue SunlightMMP #35 - The Old Guard Is Changing: A Bombshell DepositionA recently released deposition has revealed troubling accusations about a powerful judge who is at the helm of criminal and civil procedures in the Lowcountry.
If her involvement in the Gloria Satterfield case was as intentional as the depositions say, then the South Carolina justice system – where judges are pretty much untouchable – has a huge problem on its hands.
In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell pick apart Chad Westendorf's deposition led by Eric Bland.
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2022-03-0939 minTrue SunlightMMP #34 - Above The Law?On Monday, Alex Murdaugh’s attorneys Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin filed a federal lawsuit in an attempt to block Richland County from releasing more jailhouse calls through the Freedom of Information Act.
In today’s episode, we tell you exactly why this case isn’t a typical true crime story and why Alex isn’t your typical (alleged) criminal. In this case, we’re dealing with a former public official and a whole lot of alleged public corruption.
As we peel back the layers of history in the Murdaugh family, We see that Alex and Paul Murda...
2022-03-0232 minTrue SunlightMMP #33 - Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse TapesGet a rare inside look into the Murdaugh family dynamic and Alex Murdaugh’s manipulations from behind bars.
In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell share recordings of Alex Murdaugh’s jailhouse phone calls to his son Buster, brothers John Marvin and Randy, sister Lynn and sister-in-law Liz.
These gripping calls reveal a supportive family that seems to be held captive by an utter narcissist who is really good at getting people to do what he wants.
Listen in as John Marvin informs Alex about the fallout from Alex’s alleged crimes. Hear Bu...
2022-02-231h 02True SunlightMMP #30 - Who Was Maggie Murdaugh And What About Buster?You asked, we answered.
Our followers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram submitted hundreds of questions about the case in the last week.
A lot of you asked questions about the Murdaugh’s family history – who Maggie was... Who buster is... What was in Paul’s criminal past? What was in Alex’s criminal past?
How did these people with so much wealth, power and privilege become the family in the center of a snowballing crime ring?
In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell dive into these very important questions. You’ll hear from K...
2022-02-0236 minTrue SunlightMMP #29 - How Many People Will Go Down For This?After Friday’s indictments, Alex Murdaugh now stands accused of stealing at least $8.4 million and faces 74 charges.
If the latest indictments told us anything, it’s that Alex did not do this alone - but how many people will go down for this?
And how bad will this get?
In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell walk you through every detail of Alex's newest indictments that appear to hint others are involved and may face indictments of their own soon.
Attorney Justin Bamberg, who is representing at least 8 clients in this...
2022-01-2652 minTrue SunlightMMP #28 - What Happened To Hakeem Pinckney? Part OneHakeem Pinckney was an inspiration. He spent his whole life overcoming the odds.
His hearing started deteriorating at a young age, but he never complained. In fact, he won a national championship in football when he was a senior at the SC School for the Deaf and Blind.
But when he was 19, he was in a horrific crash with three other family members that forever changed his life. For Hakeem, the injuries would leave him a quadriplegic dependent on a ventilator. In 2010, Alex Murdaugh, Corey Fleming and Palmetto State Bank's CEO Russell Lafitte began representing pa...
2022-01-1948 minTrue SunlightMMP #27 - ‘He’s in Trouble’: What Happened At Alex Murdaugh’s Bond Hearing This Week?For the fourth time in five months, Alex Murdaugh appeared before a judge for a bond hearing on Monday, January 10, 2022. In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell will unpack every detail of the intense hearing.
You’ll hear from attorneys Justin Bamberg and Eric Bland speak on behalf of their clients, alleged victims of Alex Murdaugh,.
You’ll hear Alex’s attorney Dick Harpootlian dismiss the victims as “the same ole song.” You’ll hear powerful testimony from Lt. Thomas E. Moore, an injured police officer who Murdaugh allegedly stole from.
And Eric Bland give...
2022-01-1254 minTrue SunlightMMP #26 - Who Killed Maggie & Paul? Part TwoAlmost seven months after Paul Murdaugh and Maggie Murdaugh were murdered in Colleton County, South Carolina, multiple sources close to the investigation said physical evidence directly ties Alex Murdaugh to the double homicide.
We've been told that this evidence is substantial, serious and directly links Alex to this gruesome crime.
And that is a BIG deal.
In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell reveal new information in the case as we put everything we know into context.
Do all roads lead to Alex?
Also on this episode, we hea...
2022-01-0535 minTrue SunlightMMP #25 - Taking On "The Firm" - Part One“The law firm dropped the ball here…”
Previously on the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, we told you about how Alex Murdaugh is accused of stealing more than $6.2 million in alleged schemes related to his fake FORGE accounts at Bank of America dating back to 2016.
He’s accused of stealing millions of dollars from clients while he was a partner at the law firm started by his great grandfather - PMPED.
But so far, PMPED has escaped accountability.
While PMPED partners have been claiming to “make Alex’s victims whole,” it appears like something else was h...
2021-12-2939 minTrue SunlightMMP #24 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part FiveAfter years of fighting for justice in her son Stephen Smith’s case, Sandy Smith has a renewed sense of hope that her son’s killer will be found. After she felt blindsided by her former attorney Andy Savage, Sandy Smith has hired Mike Hemlepp, Jr. as her new attorney. Hemlepp believes this case will absolutely be solved.
If you know any information that could help SLED solve Stephen Smith’s case, PLEASE, call Crimestoppers of the Lowcountry at 843-554-1111 or submit tips on their website here.
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2021-12-2247 minTrue SunlightMMP #23 - Alex Murdaugh's Bond Set at $7 MillionOn Monday, December 13, Alex Murdaugh appeared in virtual court for a bond hearing. The disgraced South Carolina attorney stood before Judge Alison Lee to learn his bond requirements for his 48 state Grand Jury charges.
Despite some press restrictions, which we will discuss in this episode, Liz Farrell and Mandy Matney covered the hearing.
Hear what happened from two reporters who have following the Murdaughs since 2019. In this episode, we walk you through every highlight — and detail — of Monday’s bond hearing. What happened to his previous bond charges? What happened with Alex’s lawyers? Why did Alex spea...
2021-12-1544 minTrue SunlightMMP #22 - Alex Murdaugh Charged With 21 New FeloniesThe disgraced South Carolina attorney, Alex Murdaugh, was hit with 21 new felonies from the state Grand Jury. His bond hearing — which was surrounded by skeptism — was postponed and that is a very big deal.
In this episode, we discuss each one of the seven new indictments involving Alex’s alleged scheme and his new bond hearing which was mysteriously postponed.
Sources have told us they expect to see hundreds of charges against Alex when all is said and done.
Some sources have told us that this case is going to be the biggest case of fr...
2021-12-1133 min
True SunlightAttorneys At War - Part OneAlex Murdaugh‘s “bulldog” defense attorneys, Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin, have apparently launched a war on Satterfield family attorney Eric Bland.
While this might seem like a giant distraction to some, it’s important to take a deeper look at these recent moves by Dick and Jim to figure out what exactly is going on here.
Are they really trying to silence Eric Bland?
Or is this just about egos?
Lucky for us, Eric is not intimidated by the recent actions of the defense, and you’ll hear from him a lot this...
2021-12-0833 min
True SunlightMMP# 20 - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part FiveOn Tuesday, November 30, 2021, SLED released the 911 recording from February 2, 2018 - the day that Gloria Satterfield allegedly fell at the Moselle property and later died in the hospital.
On this tragic call, you can hear Maggie Murdaugh & Paul Murdaugh describe Gloria's condition as the 911 operator battles to glean information from each.
Mandy Matney & Liz Farrell take you through everything they know about Gloria's injuries and the mysterious documents surrounding her death. You'll also hear from Eric Bland, who now represents the Satterfield family, with his take on this disturbing call.
Thank...
2021-12-0233 min
True SunlightMMP #19 - Alex Murdaugh Charged With 27 New Felonies And Why That Is A Big DealOn Friday, November 19th, we learned that prosecutors issued 27 additional felony charges against Alex Murdaugh bringing the total possible jail time to over a hundreds years and our sources believe that could be just the beginning.
In this special edition we'll review the 27 new counts and expand on the implications as we introduce our new partner in true crime, Liz Farrell. Liz was there when Mandy first discovered inconsistencies in the only document recorded in the Satterfield settlement which blew the lid off a saga like no other.
In this episode you'll hear a moment...
2021-11-2133 min
True SunlightMMP #18 - How Many Crimes Will Alex Murdaugh Be Charged With? Part OneThere are currently seven criminal investigations related to Alex Murdaugh and we'll review the salient points in each to capture a bird's eye view of this heinous saga.
The Murdaugh name appears repeatedly in police interviews during the investigation of Stephen Smith's murder, but that was just the tip of the iceberg. In this episode, Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney reviews the funds Alex is alleged to have stolen from the Satterfield estate by false pretense, an obstruction of justice allegation stemming from the criminal investigation of Mallory Beach's death, his identification as a person of interest in...
2021-11-1633 min
True SunlightMMP #17 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part FourWhile a lot of the recent Murdaugh Murders news has focused on Alex Murdaugh, his insurance fraud schemes, and "assisted suicide" plot, we want to make this episode 17 about Stephen Smith. Because his life mattered too.
In this episode, Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney revisits the December 7, 2015 anonymous tip to South Carolina Highway Patrol, examines the December 9, 2015 alternative theory presented by Hampton law enforcement, and the eventual interview six months later which concluded the SCHP investigation into Stephen's brutal death.
To learn more about how you can help preserve Stephen's legacy and help his...
2021-11-1036 min
True SunlightMMP #16 - What Happened To The Money? Part OneOn Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Judge Daniel Hall ordered an injunction and appointed receivers to manage and recover funds that could pay alleged victims currently suing disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh.
Hall made his decision four days after attorney Mark Tinsley presented his arguments to appoint two outside parties — attorney John T. Lay Jr. and former U.S. attorney Peter M. McCoy Jr. — to have control over Alex and Buster Murdaugh’s assets, which is known as “receivership” in the court.
Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney speaks with the attorney representing Gloria Satterfield's estate, Eric Bland whose investigation into the handlin...
2021-11-0429 min
True SunlightMMP #15 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part TwoAlex Murdaugh was allegedly shot in a botched "Assisted Suicide Plot" on Saturday, September 4th, 2021.
In this breaking news episode, Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney analyzes the three calls made to 911 on that fateful day, the charges pending against Alex and the charges pending against the man Alex alleges shot him, Curtis "Eddie" Smith.Alex's lawyers initially portrayed him as a victim, but later they suggest and allege he was involved in a suicide scheme for his last surviving son...? Eddie Smith, who was also arrested for the shooting, faced severe charges, while Alex fac...
2021-10-2734 min
True SunlightMMP #14 - "Another Good Day For Justice" - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part FourOn Tuesday, October 19, 2021 South Carolina Judge Clifton Newman made a shocking decision in denying Alex Murdaugh bond. Murdaugh was arrested in Orlando, Florida Thursday and charged with two felony counts of obtaining property by false pretenses related to the Gloria Satterfield case, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).In this special breaking edition of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney discusses the bond hearing for Alex Murdaugh, who is accused of stealing millions from the Satterfield family. Prosecutor Creighton Waters detailed how Murdaugh allegedly set up a fake Forge account to misappropriate $3.4 million...
2021-10-2134 min
True SunlightMMP #13 - ‘A Good Day For Justice’ - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part ThreeOn Thursday, October 14, Alex Murdaugh was arrested on two felony charges related to the Gloria Satterfield Case. Those charges of obtaining property by false pretenses, each carrying up to 10 years in prison.In episode 13 of The Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Investigative Journalist Mandy Matney speaks with Satterfield family attorney Eric Bland about what the charges mean for his clients — the victims — and what is next for Alex Murdaugh. Will he be able to get out of this?The charges stem from a $3.5 million settlement for Gloria Satterfield's death, which Murdaugh allegedly misappropriated. Eric Bland, representing Satterfield's sons, expressed relief...
2021-10-1721 min
True SunlightMMP #12 - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part TwoJournalist Mandy Matney discusses the Gloria Satterfield case, detailing how attorneys Eric Bland and Ronald Richter uncovered a scheme involving Alex Murdaugh and Cory Fleming.Gloria Satterfield died suspiciously in 2018 following an alleged “trip-and-fall” incident while working at one of the Murdaugh family homes. In this episode we explore the new developments brought about by her sons and their righteous pursuit for justice. Attorney Eric Bland explains that a $4.3 million settlement was diverted, with Murdaugh ultimately receiving the funds. Bland and Richter are working to hold all involved accountable, including the Murdaugh law firm known now as PMPED (lat...
2021-10-1139 min
True SunlightMMP #11 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part OneAlex Murdaugh was allegedly shot in a botched "Assisted Suicide Plot" on Saturday, September 4th, 2021.
Investigative journalist Mandy Matney, investigates and questions the authenticity of Alex Murdaugh's shooting....
According to arrest warrants, Alex Murdaugh concocted a scheme to commit suicide with the help of Curtis "Eddie" Smith so his son Buster Murdaugh would receive a $10,000,000 insurance payout. Smith's attorney Jarrett Bouchette rejects this assertion. We also hear claims from Murdaugh's defense attorney and prosecutor's pleas for enhanced monitoring while out on bond for multiple felonies.
Mandy also addresses Dick Hartpoolian's c...
2021-10-0429 min
True SunlightMMP #10 - What Happened To Gloria Satterfield? Part OneGloria Satterfield died suspiciously in 2018 following an alleged “trip-and-fall” incident while working at one of the Murdaugh family homes.
Join investigative journalist Mandy Matney to dive into the aftermath of Gloria Satterfield's death and the subsequent $500,000 wrongful death settlement involving Alex Murdaugh that mysteriously never made it to Gloria's heirs.
In this episode we explore the new developments brought about by attorney Eric Bland and his righteous pursuit for justice.
Learn about the involvement of Cory Fleming, who represented the Satterfield family, and the discrepancies in the settlement, including the amounts a...
2021-09-2437 min
True SunlightMMP #9 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part ThreeWhile a lot of the recent news has focused on Alex Murdaugh, who is neck-deep in suspicion from his little 'roadside shooting' incident, client theft allegations and murdered family, we want to make this episode 9 about Stephen Smith.
Because his life mattered too.
Join investigative journalist Mandy Matney, as we discuss the Murdaugh name which was brought up more than 40 times during the course of the investigation of Stephen Smith’s death in 2015.
As a result of their investigation into the homicides of Maggie and Paul, the South Carolina Law Enforc...
2021-09-1232 min
True SunlightMMP #8 - Who Shot Alex Murdaugh? Part OneAlex Murdaugh, a once-prominent South Carolina attorney whose wife and son were murdered in June, claims he was shot in the head on September 4, 2021.
Nearly three months after his wife and son were murdered, Alex Murdaugh called 911 to report that he himself had been shot... however... In this gripping episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, investigative journalist Mandy Matney breaks down the shocking alleged shooting of Alex Murdaugh and questions the headline-grabbing and murder investigation-diverting narrative.
Dive into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the incident, explore the latest developments in the case, and unco...
2021-09-0614 min
True SunlightMMP #7 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part ThreeInvestigative journalist Mandy Matney discusses the Murdaugh family's involvement in the 2019 boat crash on Archers Creek near Parris Island that killed Mallory Beach and the subsequent investigation Shocking new audio evidence was recently released by SCDNR and we take a deep dive into the implications of that evidence.
On this episode, we dive into dash cam videos and depositions, that suggest a potential cover-up by law enforcement and the Murdaugh family.
Paul Murdaugh's blood test revealed he was 3.5 times over the legal limit. Anthony Cook, a passenger, identified Paul as the driver, but thi...
2021-08-1230 min
Murdaugh Murders PodcastMMP #7 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part ThreeInvestigative journalist Mandy Matney discusses the Murdaugh family's involvement in the 2019 boat crash on Archers Creek near Parris Island that killed Mallory Beach and the subsequent investigation Shocking new audio evidence was recently released by SCDNR and we take a deep dive into the implications of that evidence.
On this episode, we dive into dash cam videos and depositions, that suggest a potential cover-up by law enforcement and the Murdaugh family.
Paul Murdaugh's blood test revealed he was 3.5 times over the legal limit. Anthony Cook, a passenger, identified Paul as the...
2021-08-1230 min
True SunlightMMP #6 - Who Killed Maggie & Paul? Part OneOn June 7, 2021, Paul and Maggie Murdaugh were found murdered on their 1,700-acre property, Moselle, near Hampton, South Carolina.Alex Murdaugh called 911 at 10:07 PM, reporting his wife and son were shot. The 911 call was released six weeks later. Paul was shot twice, and Maggie was shot multiple times. SLED took over the case due to potential conflicts of interest with the local sheriff's office. No arrests have been made, and speculation surrounds Alex Murdaugh as a person of interest. We look at how the Colleton County Sheriff's office quickly recused itself from the investigation and the South C...
2021-07-2925 min
Murdaugh Murders PodcastMMP #6 - Who Killed Maggie & Paul? Part OneOn June 7, 2021, Paul and Maggie Murdaugh were found murdered on their 1,700-acre property, Moselle, near Hampton, South Carolina.Alex Murdaugh called 911 at 10:07 PM, reporting his wife and son were shot. The 911 call was released six weeks later. Paul was shot twice, and Maggie was shot multiple times. SLED took over the case due to potential conflicts of interest with the local sheriff's office. No arrests have been made, and speculation surrounds Alex Murdaugh as a person of interest. We look at how the Colleton County Sheriff's office quickly recused itself from the investigation and the South Carolina Law Enforcement D...
2021-07-2924 min
True SunlightMMP #5 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part TwoIn a previous episode, we explored depositions and audio evidence from the 2019 boat crash in which the recently murdered Paul Murdaugh was eventually charged with Boating Under the Influence and causing the death of 19 year old Mallory Beach.
While there are a number of victims connected to this saga, we want to remind everyone that Mallory Beach was a bright young lady who lit up every room she walked into. On this 5th episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, investigative journalist Mandy Matney looks at newly released evidence from SCDNR and other agencies we expose what w...
2021-07-2228 min
True SunlightMMP #4 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part TwoInvestigative Journalist Mandy Matney discusses the Stephen Smith case, highlighting the 2194-day wait for justice and the reopening of the investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) in 2021 after alluding to finding new evidence in their investigation of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh's murders.
Smith was found dead on July 8, 2015, on Sandy Run Road, with no apparent evidence of a vehicle accident. The investigation was chaotic from the beginning, with inconsistencies in evidence handling and witness interviews. Rumors recorded in the South Carolina Highway Patrol investigation files linked Smith to Buster Murdaugh... though no direct ev...
2021-07-1425 min
True SunlightMMP #3 - Who Killed Mallory Beach? Part OneIn February 2019, Mallory Beach was killed in Beaufort County, South Carolina as a result of a horrific boat crash on Archers Creek near Parris Island. Paul Murdaugh was indicted for Boating Under The Influence Resulting In Death among other charges and awaiting trial.
On this episode, investigative journalist Mandy Matney takes an initial dive into case files to find out what went wrong in that investigation and how its connected to the Murdaugh Murders of 2021.
Learn the details of events leading up to the crash, including Paul Murdaugh's intoxication and erratic behavior. The in...
2021-07-0724 min
True SunlightWho Killed Stephen Smith? Part OneIn 2015, Stephen Smith was killed in Hampton County, South Carolina and the case remains unsolved...
On this second installment of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, investigative Journalist Mandy Matney discusses the Stephen Smith case, highlighting the 2180 days his family has waited for justice.
We detail the chaotic 2015 investigation, noting the lack of evidence suggesting a hit-and-run, despite a pathologist's ruling. Smith's body was found with severe head trauma, but no other significant injuries.
The case was complicated by jurisdictional issues and conflicting reports. Rumors linked the Murdaugh family to Smith's death, but...
2021-06-3025 min
True SunlightSouth Carolina's ChappaquiddickFrom early recordings at journalist Mandy Matney's kitchen table to a global sensation ranked #1 on apple with a scripted series on Hulu, the Murdaugh Murders Podcast exposes the truth from a tangled web of deceit, theft and murder. In these first 93 MMP episodes, we give voice to victims and gets the story straight amidst the noise then continue coverage of other cases on True Sunlight Podcast... same feed, same great mission.
On this very first episode Mandy Matney discusses the Murdaugh family's history and recent tragedies, including the 2019 boat crash involving Paul Murdaugh, the 2015...
2021-06-2322 min
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This podcast was produced by LUNASHARK™ and USG Audio.
As CEO of LUNASHARK™, Mandy Matney leads a growing team dedicated to independent journalism that produces the acclaimed podcasts Murdaugh Murders, True Sunlight, Cup of Jus...
2021-06-2100 min