

True Sunlight
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Previously known as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast,
(which inspired Hulu's Original Series Murdaugh: Death in the Family), True Sunlight is the intersection of True Crime, journalism and systematic corruption. Celebrated journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are taking their style of reporting beyond Alex Murdaugh and his co-conspirators. We expose the truth wherever it leads giving voice to victims like Mica Francis, Sara Lynn Colucci, and Christa Bauer, while still pursuing justice for all the victims you've met so far like Stephen Smith, Dallas Stoller, and others.
True Sunlight is the antithesis of True crime. True Sunlight values accuracy over "access journalism". True Sunlight is shed with empathy — not exploitation. True Sunlight was created as a matter of public service — not just entertainment. While the name of the podcast has changed, our mission, values and team have not. We are simply expanding our horizons while continuing to shine a much needed bright light on crime and corruption wherever it appears.
Ranked #1 and #2 globally in 2021 and 2023 respectively as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, True Sunlight provides unmatched insight into the crimes and criminals exposed on MMP and dives deep into new instances of where crime meets corruption across the US.
We empower listeners to understand their legal and judicial systems through investigative journalism while providing tools to hold agencies and public figures accountable in order to change those systems for the better.
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(which inspired Hulu's Original Series Murdaugh: Death in the Family), True Sunlight is the intersection of True Crime, journalism and systematic corruption. Celebrated journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are taking their style of reporting beyond Alex Murdaugh and his co-conspirators. We expose the truth wherever it leads giving voice to victims like Mica Francis, Sara Lynn Colucci, and Christa Bauer, while still pursuing justice for all the victims you've met so far like Stephen Smith, Dallas Stoller, and others.
True Sunlight is the antithesis of True crime. True Sunlight values accuracy over "access journalism". True Sunlight is shed with empathy — not exploitation. True Sunlight was created as a matter of public service — not just entertainment. While the name of the podcast has changed, our mission, values and team have not. We are simply expanding our horizons while continuing to shine a much needed bright light on crime and corruption wherever it appears.
Ranked #1 and #2 globally in 2021 and 2023 respectively as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, True Sunlight provides unmatched insight into the crimes and criminals exposed on MMP and dives deep into new instances of where crime meets corruption across the US.
We empower listeners to understand their legal and judicial systems through investigative journalism while providing tools to hold agencies and public figures accountable in order to change those systems for the better.
Listen on any streaming service or visit TrueSunlight.com to learn more.
Premium Members also get access to searchable case files, written articles with documents, case photos, episode videos and exclusive live experiences with our hosts on lunasharkmedia.com all in one place. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE. And for those just wanting ad-free listening without all the other great content, we now offer ad-free listening on Apple Podcast through a subscription to Luna Shark Plus on the Apple Podcasts App. And we also offer access to exclusive video content through our new YouTube Premiere subscription.
Check out our new Luna Shark Merch With a Mission shop at lunasharkmerch.com/
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Nov 27, 2025 • 1h 5min
TSP #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.
So much to cover, so let’s dive in! 🥽🦈Leave A Review for Hulu's Original Series!
“Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on IMDB ⭐“Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on Rotten Tomatoes 🍿Episode References
“ACT LIKE VICTIM - CAMERA” video 🎞️
“News13 investigates: Horry County police chief first denies knowing of HR complaint, admits awareness one week later” - WBTW, Nov 18, 2025 📰
“A $24M center in Horry County honored a top official. A sexual harassment claim could change that.” - The Post and Courier, Nov 21, 2025 📰
“Docs: Former Horry County police deputy chief resigned after learning of internal investigation” - WMBF, March 27, 2025 📰
Sara Lynn Colucci Case Overview Page ⚖️
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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 11min
TSP #124 - Weaponizing the $ystem: Signs, Smears, and Invisible Leashes
Investigative 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 misconduct inside the department.
Shocker… today we’re talking about Good Ole Boy systems protecting powerful men while punishing those who speak out.
So much to cover, so let’s dive in! 🥽🦈
Leave A Review for Hulu's Original Series!“Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on IMDB ⭐“Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on Rotten Tomatoes 🍿Episode References
Henri Caron’s Fundraiser to Help Secure Peace and Safety from Harassment💲
“'You next. Justice for Mica': Woman arrested for allegedly vandalizing JP Miller's sign” - WPDE, Nov 18, 2025 📰
Jonny McCoy’s Press Conference - Nov 13, 2025 🎞️
“Family of Sonya Massey, killed by police in her home, receive $10m settlement” - The Guardian, Feb 12, 2025 📰
“Police stage ‘chilling’ raid on Marion County newspaper, seizing computers, records and cellphones” - Kansas Reflector, Aug 11, 2023 📰
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Nov 19, 2025 • 1h
MMP Remastered #51 - 'Overkill' Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh... Part Four
In 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 Jailhouse TapesMMP #49 - Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh - Part TwoMMP #50 - Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh - Part Three
🔗 Watch Murdaugh: Death in the Family — now streaming on Hulu and Disney+
🔗 Watch the MDITF Official Companion Podcast featuring interviews with the cast, crew, and creators behind the series on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ or listen to extended audio episodes wherever you get your podcasts. hulumurdaughpod.com.
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 7min
MMP Remastered #70 - More Lies and Alibis: What We’re Learning Before The Double Homicide Trial
This remastered discussion dives into the chaotic alibis presented by Alex Murdaugh's defense team. The hosts unravel tactics used to manipulate media narratives and cast doubt, highlighting key legal motions. They examine the impact of phone evidence and a pivotal video that challenged the defense's claims. Insights on financial motives and alternate suspect theories reveal deeper layers of the case. Listeners gain essential lessons on media literacy and the importance of scrutinizing sources.

Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 8min
MMP Remastered #66 - Who Killed Maggie and Paul? Part Five
In 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 captures the moment Dick compared himself to... Abraham Lincoln...?With trial just weeks away, Dick's chaos strategy was in full effect. Spoiler: it didn't work. The jury saw through everything within just a few hours of deliberating.
Episode References“Attorney says Alex Murdaugh ‘decided to end his life’ after murders of his wife and son” - The Today Show, Sept 15, 2022
🔗 Watch Murdaugh: Death in the Family — now streaming on Hulu and Disney+
🔗 Watch the MDITF Official Companion Podcast featuring interviews with the cast, crew, and creators behind the series on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ or listen to extended audio episodes wherever you get your podcasts. hulumurdaughpod.com.
LUNASHARK Premium Members are also getting access to a wealth of additional content matched to each Hulu series episode… We’re calling it LUNA VISION! Soak up The Sun Members get to explore the case documents, new case videos, ad-free video episodes, invitations to live events and so much more. Visit lunashark.supercast.com to learn more.
Premium Members also get bonus episodes like our Premium Dives, Corruption Watchlist, Girl Talk, and Soundbites that help you Stay Pesky and Stay in the Sunlight. lunashark.supercast.com
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Nov 15, 2025 • 1h 1min
MMP Remastered #58 - ‘If You Come For The King, You Best Not Miss’ - Chaos In The Murder Case
Dick Harpootlian, a prominent defense attorney known for his strategic courtroom maneuvers, discusses the chaotic aftermath of the Alex Murdaugh murder charges. They explore how his tactics confounded the prosecution, turning procedural motions into a media spectacle. The conversation highlights pivotal moments like the demand for missing evidence, the impact of press conferences, and why the defense's requests were often seen as dramatic. Harpootlian's flair for theatrics contrasts sharply with the quest for truth, emphasizing the lingering chaos in the unfolding drama.

Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 2min
TSP #123 - What A Tangled Webster We Weave: Unpacking The Horry County Sex Scandal That Wasn’t
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell expose a shocking case of alleged retaliation at Horry County Police Department. When CIT Investigator Kelsey Manemeit filed a sexual harassment complaint against Deputy County Administrator Randy Webster—whose name adorns a $24 million building—she expected justice. Instead, she and county PIO Mikayla Moskov were accused of participating in a allegedly fabricated "sex scandal" and forced to resign.
Attorney Jonny McCoy shares how HCPD Chief Kris Leonhardt allegedly weaponized an internal affairs investigation to punish women who reported misconduct, while Webster quietly retired with his reputation intact. Today we examine disturbing text messages, questionable timelines, and a pattern of alleged corruption in the same department that failed Mica Francis Miller and Scott Spivey.
Did transparency claims mask retaliation, and why did this case represent a reckoning for Horry County's Good Ole Boy network?
Tune into Jonny McCoy's Facebook to watch his press conference at THURSDAY November 13 at 2 pm 🔊
So much to cover, so let’s dive in! 🥽🦈Leave A Review for Hulu's Original Series!“Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on IMDB ⭐“Murdaugh: Death in the Family” on Rotten Tomatoes 🍿Episode References
Mandy and Liz’s Apology & Promise of Action Facebook Posts - Nov 12, 2025 🌐
Learn more about Jonny McCoy at his website 👋
Horry County Police Department’s Press Release on Facebook - Nov 7, 2025 🌐
“Horry official who led Bikefest planning, flood response honored” - The Sun News, Updated March 4, 2016 📰
“Look inside new state of the art center for Horry Co. Emergency Management Department” - ABC15 News, Updated Sept 1, 2022 📰
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Nov 12, 2025 • 41min
MMP Remastered #15 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part Two
This 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 McCoy, they explore how “Cousin Eddie” Smith became the fall guy for a tangled web of lies.Episode References“Accused of misappropriation of funds, Alex Murdaugh resigns from law firm and enters rehab” - Hampton County Guardian, Updated Sept 7, 2021
“Attorney says Alex Murdaugh ‘decided to end his life’ after murders of his wife and son” - The Today Show, Sept 15, 2021
🔗 Watch Murdaugh: Death in the Family — now streaming on Hulu and Disney+
🔗 Watch the MDITF Official Companion Podcast featuring interviews with the cast, crew, and creators behind the series on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ or listen to extended audio episodes wherever you get your podcasts. hulumurdaughpod.com.
LUNASHARK Premium Members are also getting access to a wealth of additional content matched to each Hulu series episode… We’re calling it LUNA VISION! Soak up The Sun Members get to explore the case documents, new case videos, ad-free video episodes, invitations to live events and so much more. Visit lunashark.supercast.com to learn more.
Premium Members also get bonus episodes like our Premium Dives, Corruption Watchlist, Girl Talk, and Soundbites that help you Stay Pesky and Stay in the Sunlight. lunashark.supercast.com
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Nov 11, 2025 • 37min
MMP Remastered #11 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part One
On 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 independent journalism.Revisiting this episode now, it’s clear this was when the Murdaugh myth began to crumble publicly, revealing not only a desperate man but a culture (and legacy media) that long protected him.Episode References“Accused of misappropriation of funds, Alex Murdaugh resigns from law firm and enters rehab” - Hampton County Guardian, Updated Sept 7, 2021“Lawyer Shot After Wife and Son Were Killed Had Been Pushed Out of Law Firm” - New York Times, Sept 6, 2021🔗 Watch Murdaugh: Death in the Family — now streaming on Hulu and Disney+
🔗 Watch the MDITF Official Companion Podcast featuring interviews with the cast, crew, and creators behind the series on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ or listen to extended audio episodes wherever you get your podcasts. hulumurdaughpod.com.
LUNASHARK Premium Members are also getting access to a wealth of additional content matched to each Hulu series episode… We’re calling it LUNA VISION! Soak up The Sun Members get to explore the case documents, new case videos, ad-free video episodes, invitations to live events and so much more. Visit lunashark.supercast.com to learn more.
Premium Members also get bonus episodes like our Premium Dives, Corruption Watchlist, Girl Talk, and Soundbites that help you Stay Pesky and Stay in the Sunlight. lunashark.supercast.com
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Nov 10, 2025 • 1h 9min
MMP Remastered #57 - Broken Trust And The Unseen Villains
Journalists delve into the emotionally charged Murdaugh saga, spotlighting the Beach family's fight for justice against intimidation tactics. They discuss the chilling effects of online harassment on those seeking truth and the crucial role of listener empathy. The hosts reveal bombshells about private investigators hired by Greg Parker and the manipulative interactions with national media. They reflect on the systemic issues behind the boat crash case, highlighting the unseen costs of standing up against powerful forces.


