What Happened To The Money? Part Six + The Only Case Alex Prosecuted (S01E73)
In the 15 years he volunteered at the 14th Circuit Solicitor’s Office, Alex Murdaugh prosecuted exactly one case — that of an accused Colleton County drug dealer. It ended with a hung jury. Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell get to the bottom of what went down at the very strange trial of Emmanuel Buckner and try to figure out what role drug-trafficking might be playing in the missing Murdaugh money. To support this podcast, consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community. As a member, you will be helping us expand our reach into new cases, helping more victims, and producing meaningful content to hold agencies accountable and change our systems for the better. There will always be a free-to-you version of our content, but this mighty community will enjoy a powerful new way to interact with our teams, get exclusive content, view weekly case recaps & transcripts, listen to enhanced audio episodes, get early access to ad-free video episodes, review case documents, and more. With a community of MMP Premium Members, we intend to: Fund new researchers and journalists to help us shine the sunlight Build a new website and foster a community of sleuths Broadcast trials and hearings on YouTube LIVE to our biggest fans - Live Trial Coverage will soon only be available to Premium Subscribers. Launch a new podcast focusing on where Crime meets Corruption in 2023 Launch Cup of Justice as its own weekly show in 2023 Build a platform for journalists to curate local stories directed at global audiences And much more as we SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21 Dec 202250min
Bad Blood & Bad Dudes - Accusations Fly In Double Homicide Hearing (S01E72)
For better or worse, the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office and Dick and Jim have given us even more insight into the events that might have led to Maggie and Paul Murdaugh’s murders and the evidence that investigators say proves Alex Murdaugh is their killer. Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell break down the most startling revelations from Alex’s latest hearing and take a look at a case that Dick Harpootlian is using to throw doubt on SLED’s bloodstain expert’s findings that Alex’s shirt was covered in spatter. MMP Premium launches December 15th - that's tomorrow! Through your MMP Premium membership, you will be helping us expand our reach into new cases, helping more victims, and producing meaningful content to hold agencies accountable and change our systems for the better. There will always be a free-to-you version of our content, but this mighty community will enjoy a powerful new way to interact with our teams, get exclusive content, view weekly case recaps & transcripts, listen to enhanced audio episodes, get early access to ad-free video episodes, review case documents, and more. With a community of MMP Premium SUNscribers, we intend to: Fund new researchers and journalists to help us shine the sunlight Build a new website and foster a community of sleuths Broadcast trials and hearings on YouTube LIVE to our biggest fans - Live Trial Coverage will soon only be available to Premium Subscribers. Launch a new podcast focusing on where Crime meets Corruption in 2023 Launch Cup of Justice as its own weekly show in 2023 Build a platform for journalists to curate local stories directed at global audiences New content uploads near the 15th of every month, but here is what you can expect with your membership: Enhanced versions of Murdaugh Murders Podcast and Cup of Justice Early Access to video versions of Murdaugh Murders Podcast episodes MMP & COJ Transcripts Q&A’s with Mandy, Liz, David and other MMP contributors Access to Discord Community Page Ad-free email with updates on the cases and episode recaps Access to Premium Merchandise only available to PREMIUM members And much more as we SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our MMP Premium platform - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Dec 20221h 5min
Cup of Justice Bonus 10: Dick and Jim Win the Headline Game In Murder Hearing But What Really Happened?
After hosting another spirited live-chat of Alex Murdaugh’s latest pretrial hearing in the double-murder case, Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland break down the most interesting — and most irritating — moments of Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin’s efforts to shape the narrative surrounding the state’s evidence against Alex. In the meantime, an unshackled Alex had a good old time for himself in the courtroom, laughing and flirting with those around him. Click here to view the hearing with comments: https://bit.ly/3UUH05p With a community of MMP Premium Members, we intend to: Fund new researchers and journalists to help us shine the sunlight Build a new website and foster a community of sleuths Broadcast trials and hearings on YouTube LIVE to our biggest fans - Live Trial Coverage will soon only be available to MMP Premium "Soak Up The Sun" Members. Launch a new podcast focusing on where Crime meets Corruption in 2023 Launch Cup of Justice as its own weekly show in 2023 Build a platform for journalists to curate local stories directed at global audiences New content uploads near the 15th of every month, but here is what you can expect with your membership: Enhanced versions of Murdaugh Murders Podcast and Cup of Justice Early Access to video versions of Murdaugh Murders Podcast episodes MMP & COJ Transcripts Q&A’s with Mandy, Liz, David and other MMP contributors Access to Discord Community Page Ad-free email with updates on the cases and episode recaps Access to Premium Merchandise only available to MMP PREMIUM members And much more as we SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! In other BIG NEWS! since publishing this episode, Cup of Justice launched on its own feed and hit #1 on Apple on the first day!!! Please consider giving our newly launched Cup of Justice a 5 star review on Apple & Spotify to help us in our mission to expose the truth wherever it leads!! COJ on Apple: https://apple.co/3HHT9av COJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAI We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE What questions do y’all have for us? Email info@murdaughmurderspodcast.com and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our SUNScription email list - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 *The views expressed on the Cup of Justice bonus episodes do not constitute legal advice. Listeners desiring legal advice for any particular legal matter are urged to consult an attorney of their choosing who can provide legal advice based upon a full understanding of the facts and circumstances of their claim. The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes also do not express the views or opinions of Bland Richter, LLP, or its attorneys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12 Dec 202255min
Who is Blanca? And What is PMPED Trying to Do Here? (S01E71)
Of all the lawsuits filed against Alex Murdaugh, only one has dared to take on his former law partners at PMPED. Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell take a look into the Manuel Santis-Cristiani case and, as usual, find themselves confronted with more strange coincidences and shady boots circumstances. Who is the mysterious Blanca Simpson? Why is PMPED fighting so hard to get the case dismissed? And what was Alex Murdaugh trying to do from behind bars? MMP Premium launches December 15th - that's next week! Through your MMP Premium subscription, you will be helping us expand our reach into new cases, helping more victims, and producing meaningful content to hold agencies accountable and change our systems for the better. There will always be a free-to-you version of our content, but this mighty community will enjoy a powerful new way to interact with our teams, get exclusive content, view weekly case recaps & transcripts, listen to enhanced audio episodes, get early access to ad-free video episodes, review case documents, and more. With a community of MMP Premium SUNscribers, we intend to: Fund new researchers and journalists to help us shine the sunlight Build a new website and foster a community of sleuths Broadcast trials and hearings on YouTube LIVE to our biggest fans - Live Trial Coverage will soon only be available to Premium Subscribers. Launch a new podcast focusing on where Crime meets Corruption in 2023 Launch Cup of Justice as its own weekly show in 2023 Build a platform for journalists to curate local stories directed at global audiences New content uploads near the 15th of every month, but here is what you can expect with your membership: Enhanced versions of Murdaugh Murders Podcast and Cup of Justice Early Access to video versions of Murdaugh Murders Podcast episodes MMP & COJ Transcripts Q&A’s with Mandy, Liz, David and other MMP contributors Access to Discord Community Page Ad-free email with updates on the cases and episode recaps Access to Premium Merchandise only available to PREMIUM members And much more as we SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our MMP Premium platform - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 Dec 202249min
More Lies and Alibis: What We’re Learning Before The Double Homicide Trial (S01E70)
On this 70th episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell critically examine the three latest documents filed by Alex Murdaugh’s defense team, 1) Alex's notice of alibi defense 2) A 95 page motion to compel the state to produce details on the DNA analysis and spatter evidence 3) Another 1- page motion to compel the state to produce more details on the same evidence. While pulling threads on the latest revelations in these filings we'll share some unique findings that shine more sunlight on the bigger picture leading up to the murder trial currently scheduled for January 23, 2023. SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on a big announcement this Thursday December 1st, 2022 about our upcoming SUNScription platform - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Aura Frames, Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
30 Nov 20221h 3min
‘Accountability Happens Here’: Russell Laffitte Found Guilty On All Charges (S01E69)
The Murdaugh Murders Podcast team saw its first major legal victory this week. After a tense deliberation, a jury found former Palmetto State Bank CEO Russell Laffitte guilty of all charges late Tuesday night for his role in conspiring to steal money from clients of Alex Murdaugh. Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell talk to attorneys Justin Bamberg and Eric Bland to get their thoughts on the dramatic trial and what’s next for Russell. They also catch up with Alania Plyler-Spohn, who helped bring justice by testifying against her former conservator. Listen to episode 56 for Alania Plyler's account of what occurred when Russell took over her conservatorship or watch it on our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3tpwsQE SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our upcoming SUNScription platform - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 Nov 202259min
Cup of Justice Bonus 9: The Vultures Are Circling But Will Russell Laffitte Be Found Guilty?
Russell Laffitte finally takes the stand, admitting that he “unintentionally” stole money on behalf of Alex Murdaugh. Will Russell’s insistence that Alex tricked him resonate with the jury? Did Russell’s father and sister just implicate themselves in federal crimes while trying to defend Russell? Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland are together again to talk about one of the craziest trials they have ever seen. Listen to episode 56 for Alania Plyler's account of what occurred when Russell took over her conservatorship or watch it on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/mGUCNX-zUcw In other BIG NEWS! since publishing this episode, Cup of Justice launched on its own feed and hit #1 on Apple on the first day!!! Please consider giving our newly launched Cup of Justice a 5 star review on Apple & Spotify to help us in our mission to expose the truth wherever it leads!! COJ on Apple: https://apple.co/3HHT9av COJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAI We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE What questions do y’all have for us? Email info@murdaughmurderspodcast.com and we'll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes. SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our SUNScription email list - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ https://www.instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 *The views expressed on the Cup of Justice bonus episodes do not constitute legal advice. Listeners desiring legal advice for any particular legal matter are urged to consult an attorney of their choosing who can provide legal advice based upon a full understanding of the facts and circumstances of their claim. The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes also do not express the views or opinions of Bland Richter, LLP, or its attorneys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20 Nov 202250min
MMP Live from Charleston 2: Bombshells and Breakdowns in The Russell Laffitte Trial (S01E68)
Mandy and Liz are live and on the scene in Charleston for week two of the Russell Laffitte trial. Laffitte is charged with six federal counts and faces more than 100 years in prison for alleged crimes related to Alex Murdaugh. The trial has been shocking and Liz and Mandy walk you through every stunning detail – including new details in the double homicide of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Plus, a new twist in the jailhouse phonecall case. Listen to episode 56 for Alania Plyler's account of what occurred when Russell took over her conservatorship or watch it on our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3tpwsQE SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. AND by sharing your email, we'll send details on exclusive content only available from our upcoming SUNScription platform - CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, VOURI, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 Nov 202250min
