Questions surrounding the Alex Murdaugh trial (Reader Mailbag)
There are still many questions surrounding the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial even as it draws closer to closing arguments.In this bonus episode of Understand Murdaugh, hosts Glenn Smith answers some of the questions from readers about the trial and testimony the jury has heard so far.Hosted by Glenn Smith and Eric Russell.Produced by Eric Russell.Music by Lexin Music.
27 Feb 202311min
Prosecutor Creighton Waters takes aim at Alex Murdaugh's credibility
Alex Murdaugh's testimony wrapped up on Friday afternoon. Prosecutor Creighton Waters continued to question Murdaugh about his money issues and the lies he admitted to telling about the night of the murders.In this daily update episode, hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell discuss the prosecutions cross-examination of Murdaugh.Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric RussellProduced by Eric RussellMusic by Lexin Music
25 Feb 202314min
Defense's key witness testifies about Alex Murdaugh's character
The day started with defense attorney Jim Griffin letting it be known that Alex Murdaugh is considering whether or not to take the stand. Jurors also heard from several more defense witnesses on day 22 of the trial, including Murdaugh’s former law partner Mark Bell.In this daily update episode, hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell discuss everything that went on in the courtroom on Wednesday.Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. Produced by Eric Russell. Music by Lexin Music.
23 Feb 202313min
Alex Murdaugh's son Buster takes the stand in murder trial
The defense continued to call its witnesses Tuesday, starting with Alex Murdaugh's oldest son Buster. His testimony bolstered some of the defense team's case.In this daily update episode, hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell recap the testimony from Buster and others on day 21 of the trial.Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. Produced by Eric Russell. Music by Lexin Music.
22 Feb 202313min
Alex Murdaugh sped down country roads in hour after wife, son were killed
Alex Murdaugh seemed to be in a hurry in the hour after his wife and son were brutally shot to death.The soon-to-be-disgraced Hampton trial attorney sped down a pothole-riddled country road at more than 74 mph on the way to visit his mother that evening, according to new data gleaned from his 2021 Chevrolet Suburban. His speedometer touched 80 mph on the way back home, well over the 55 mph speed limit.Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Nathan Stevens. Produced by Nathan Stevens. Music by Lexin Music.
18 Feb 202311min
Jurors in Alex Murdaugh murder trial hear him confess to orchestrating roadside shooting
Jurors in Alex Murdaugh’s double murder trial on Feb. 16 heard the once-prominent Hampton attorney confess to an entirely different crime: trying to orchestrate his own murder to leave behind a $10 million life insurance payout for his son.Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Nathan Stevens. Produced by Nathan Stevens. Music by Lexin Music.
17 Feb 202316min
Murdaugh murders investigator didn't learn of critical blood test until after indictments
The lead investigator of the high-profile murders of Alex Murdaugh's wife and son admitted Feb. 15 he was unaware until four months after Murdaugh’s indictment that the defendant’s white T-shirt from the night of the slayings had tested negative for human blood.Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Nathan Stevens.Produced by Nathan StevensMusic by Lexin Music.
16 Feb 202314min
