

True Sunlight
LUNASHARK
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.
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.
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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/
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/3KBM
For current & accurate updates:
TrueSunlight.com
facebook.com/TrueSunlightPodcast/
instagram.com/truesunlightpod/
Twitter.com/mandymatney
Twitter.com/elizfarrell
youtube.com/@LunaSharkMedia
tiktok.com/@lunasharkmedia
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Feb 16, 2023 • 56min
MMP #80: Alex Murdaugh Trial Week Four: How many lies will the jury buy?
We’re in the middle of week four of the Alex Murdaugh trial and it’s been – very on brand in the last week. Since the last podcast, the courtroom drama has been cranked up several notches. In this episode 80 of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are diving deep into Maggie’s sister’s testimony, some revelations about SLED’s investigation and doors that Jim probably didn’t want opened.In other BIG NEWS! 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/3HHT9avCOJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAIConsider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease consider sharing your support by leaving a review for MMP 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

Feb 8, 2023 • 1h 3min
MMP #79: Alex Murdaugh Trial Week 3: Trust, Brotherhood & Understanding The Motive
The third week of Alex Murdaugh’s murder trial started with a big blow to the defense after Judge Clifton Newman agreed to let the prosecution present evidence of the financial pressures Alex was facing at the time of the murders. Murdaugh Murders Podcast co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell break down those pressures and how they factor into Alex’s alleged motive for the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. And then afterward, they talk about the elephant in the room …In other BIG NEWS! 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/3HHT9avCOJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAIConsider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease consider sharing your support by leaving a review for MMP 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

Feb 2, 2023 • 1h 23min
MMP #78: Evidence Stacks Up Against Alex Murdaugh In Week 2 Of Trial
We’re in week two of the trial against Alex Murdaugh and it’s been one heck of a high-speed rollercoaster ride as we learn more about the investigation into one of South Carolina’s most notorious crime sagas.Murdaugh Murders Podcast Co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell dive head-first into the “mountain of evidence” that the Attorney General’s Office says proves Murdaugh killed his wife, Maggie, and son Paul in 2021.And just like we said, things aren’t adding up.In other BIG NEWS! Cup of Justice launched on its own feed Monday 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/3HHT9avCOJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAIConsider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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

Jan 30, 2023 • 7min
Feed Drop: CUP OF JUSTICE, Now On A Separate Feed!
A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!! By popular demand, Cup of Justice has launched as its own weekly show!! Go to cupofjusticepod.com to learn more or click the link in the episode description to get a hot cup of justice wherever you get your podcasts!! Here’s a little taste of what we’re talking about today. We’ve got more exciting news on the horizon so Stay tuned, and stay in the sunlight!!Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cup-of-justice/id1668668400Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Itp67SQTZEHQGgrX0TYTl?si=39ff6a0cc34140f3Sticher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1054927Google: add RSS feed: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/cupofjusticeiheart: https://iheart.com/podcast/108001037/Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f9c86146-1460-4d3a-b381-97be32d856bd/cup-of-justiceCastbox.fm: https://castbox.fm/channel/Cup-of-Justice-id5298171?country=usMurdaugh Murders Podcast co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and everyone’s favorite attorney Eric Bland share their thoughts on why newcomers to the case seem to be buying into the act from Team Murdaugh, how Dick and Jim might be coming off to the jury and why all three Cup of Justice co-hosts are more convinced than ever that the evidence is pointing to Alex Murdaugh.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/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPFind us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/YouTubeSupport Our Podcast: http://bit.ly/3j9DA27*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

Jan 26, 2023 • 1h 8min
It’s Finally Here: The Trial of Alex Murdaugh Begins with Big Revelations (S01E77)
The trial of Alex Murdaugh has begun and already a lot has been revealed about the night he allegedly killed his wife, Maggie, and son Paul. Co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell discuss how jury selection went, why Alex’s family was suddenly there, the 255 witnesses who might testify and what went down during opening statements — one was filled with Big Creighton Energy … the other was Dick Harpootlian.The trial is expected to last through Feb. 10 and Murdaugh Murdaughs Podcast will be there for all of it.Also, feel free to learn more about Drew Lawrence here:https://byandrewlawrence.com/Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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

Jan 23, 2023 • 1h 14min
Cup of Justice Bonus 14: The Most Aggressive Form of the Truth: Dick and Jim Push the Limits in Latest Motion
Murdaugh Murders Podcast co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and everyone’s favorite attorney Eric Bland take a hard look at Dick and Jim’s last-minute attempt to stop a blood spatter expert from testifying against Alex Murdaugh this week.Also, they talk about the weaponization of the South Carolina Office of Disciplinary Counsel, the extraordinary greed threatening the Beach family settlement and whether anyone can get away with murder these days.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/3HHT9avCOJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAIWe 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/3BdUtOEWhat 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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

Jan 18, 2023 • 53min
Prelude To Murdaugh Murders Trial + ‘Tombstone’ Friends and the Good Ole Boy Enablers (S01E76)
Alex Murdaugh’s double-murder trial is set to begin amid new revelations about the “tombstone buddies” who have enabled his behavior throughout the years.Who are these friends and what secrets have they been keeping for the son of one of South Carolina’s most powerful families? Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are putting together all the pieces and once again have found themselves looking at two distinct systems of justice. Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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

Jan 16, 2023 • 1h 1min
Cup of Justice Bonus 13: Terrified Jurors, Unprepared Witnesses and Dirty Money: Countdown To The Murdaugh Trial
Murdaugh Murders Podcast hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and everyone’s favorite attorney Eric Bland discuss the latest in lead-up to one of the biggest trials in South Carolina history — the State v. Alex Murdaugh. Is the State prepared to handle the defense? Will jurors be put in a no-win situation?And is Alex using stolen money to pay his attorneys? Plus, a settlement with Buster Murdaugh and what Liz knows about Brian Walshe.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/3HHT9avCOJ on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3WMKkAIWe 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/3BdUtOEWhat 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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

Jan 11, 2023 • 44min
Buster Breaks Free? Details of the Boat Crash Settlement (S01E75)
After nearly four years, a major update has been announced in the boat crash case — Buster Murdaugh has settled with the family of Mallory Beach and three of the survivors of the crash in a multimillion-dollar agreement.Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell take a look at all the details contained in an extensive joint settlement filed in Circuit Court this week that includes John Marvin Murdaugh, the estate of Maggie Murdaugh and … Palmetto State Bank?Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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

Jan 4, 2023 • 50min
Dividing and Hiding the Facts: The Self-Victimization of Alex Murdaugh (S01E74)
Dick, Jim and Alex get fact-checked when prosecutor Creighton Waters files a post-Christmas no-holds-barred response to their latest memo, revealing new information about what went on in the days leading up to Maggie’s and Paul’s murders.Judge Clifton Newman issues an order to protect the identity of the jury pool. Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell break down the latest in the Murdaugh murders case and connect the dots ahead of the upcoming trial. Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe 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/3KBMJcPAnd 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/mandymatneyYouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurdersSupport Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-showPlease 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


