Cup Of Justice

Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — talk about how to handle one of the worst kinds of disputes … having beef with your neighbors. How do you keep a fight with your neighbor from turning into an episode of “Fear Thy Neighbor”? Also on the show, what the New York Court of Appeals decision overturning Harvey Weinstein’s conviction means for women and how Weinstein’s case and Alex Murdaugh’s case resemble each other. Plus, the Federal Trade Commission’s decision on noncompete agreements, the hilarious turn Dick Harpootlian’s campaign is taking and what’s happening with Cory Fleming’s appeal? Oh! And Luna Shark Premium Members get an extended cut of this episode that includes a deeper dive into neighborly pitfalls and some details on what our hosts consider still unchecked on their bucket lists.Let's get into it...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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube*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

Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney and Luna Shark Producer David Moses are joined by attorney and prosecutor Mandy Powers Norrell to discuss the complexities of prosecuting the first Colucci trial and her own experiences prosecuting domestic violence cases.On this 78th special episode of Cup of Justice, we discussed effective trial strategies for prosecutors and defense lawyers, with a focus on repetition and cohesive narratives. The former Lt. Governor Candidate and current Lancaster County prosecutor, Mandy Powers Norrell also shares her personal journey in law and politics while highlighting ethical considerations in law practice. The panel then analyzed evidence presented in the Michael Colucci murder trial and Andy Savage's defense strategies in the Alex Murdaugh case, with a focus on inconsistencies in timelines and the importance of driving home key evidence.Luna Shark Premium Members also get our complete conversation on the impact of live coverage of court proceedings and other challenges prosecutors face. Our regular hosts Mandy, EB and Liz return next week as we dive into final preparations before the Colucci retrial next month. Let's get into it...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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — talk about the latest breakdowns in justice system, starting with Bowen Turner, the Orangeburg, South Carolina, man whose lawyer-legislator got him a sweet (and secret) plea deal in 2023 after three girls accused him of rape. In his latest (predictable) arrest, the world FINALLY gets to see what Bowen is like firsthand as he cajoles, bullies and harasses a female state highway patrol officer on his way to jail. Also on the show, a Charleston lawyer-legislator is being sued after a former client accuses him of forgery and secretly settling his case against a police department. More than that, Marvin Pendarvis is accused of raiding his clients’ trust accounts to buy his way out of the problem. Also an update on Mandy and Liz’s deep dive into the Stephen Smith case.Premium Members of Luna Shark will get to hear an extended discussion about where things stand.Let's get into it...  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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube*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

On today's episode Co-hosts Eric Bland and Mandy Matney got to interview one of our favorite guests so far on this show… Vinnie Politan of Court TV.Politan is an Emmy winning journalists AND a former prosecutor who combines his journalistic talents with his legal knowledge to cover some of the craziest cases in the American court system.We have always liked Vinnie Politan’s Court TV coverage of the Murdaugh case because he was one of the few people on TV to tell it like it is and call out all of the absurdities. We had a great time talking with Vinnie about the never-ending Murdaugh saga and Vinnie is actually very familiar on the latest case our team is diving into – the Colucci trial set for this May.Premium Members get access to a longer segment on Vinnie's background and younger days. Let's get into it...  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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube*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

Right after we got back from Alex’s federal sentencing, Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell broke down observations from the courtroom. Our intrepid journalists discuss the ins and outs of the 40-year federal sentence handed down to murderer Alex Murdaugh for his financial crimes. Why is the Court allowing Alex to NOT pay fines? How is it that such a big portion of his $8 million restitution is going to his former law partners? And does Alex really believe he’s being treated unfairly?Also on today’s show we spoke with our friend Brandi Churchwell, creator and host of the 13th Juror Podcast. We met Brandi during Alex Murdaugh’s murder trial when she created what would become the first of her thorough and majorly helpful Churchwell Charts. During the trial, she collected all the facts about the night Alex killed Maggie and Paul and organized them into an amazing spreadsheet, showing that the defense’s claims about Alex’s whereabouts and actions didn’t add up when compared to what the GPS and phone data were telling us.Since the trial, Brandi has taken that skill and talent and used it to help bring sanity and clarity to other cases. Today we talked to her about the Karen Read case in Massachusetts — a case that Liz and Mandy basically knew nothing about before this interview. After talking to Brandi we can now totally see why people have been so interested. We also talked to Brandi about what life in the true crime podcasting world has been like for her and how she’s dealt with the onslaught of attention. Premium Members will get to hear our full discussion on that.Our Premium Members have access to a timeline and a who’s who of the case, as well as multiple in depth articles. Premium Members 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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland talk about the backlash they received about their Kate Middleton episode and whether the princess’ announcement about her cancer diagnosis has changed their opinions. Also on the show: a discussion about Internal Monologues and the voices that 30 to 50 percent of the population have in their heads. More similarities are getting revealed between Alex’s case and the case against Michael Colucci. The father of Jeroid Price’s murder victim has important words to share at South Carolina Victim Assistance Network rally in Columbia. A judge denies Bland Richter’s claim to a share of Alex Murdaugh’s money. Plus, the federal government files a 126-page response to Russell “Can’t Admit Defeat” Laffitte’s appeal.On Monday, Colleton County Clerk of Court, Becky Hill announced her resignation in front of a pack of reporters. Thankfully, we decided not to go because nothing makes me more angry than driving hours for a press conference that could have been an email... We'll get more into that topic on this week's True Sunlight Podcast.Premium Members 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 EB's new merch with a mission at theericbland.com or the 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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube*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

Cup of Justice co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — talk about what happens when lawyers want to back out of representing their criminal defense clients. The three also dive straight down the rabbit hole on the Kate Middleton mystery and look at why blind loyalty to the Royal Family and the British press might be coming to an end. Also on the show, a South Carolina Department of Corrections alum posts a video about Alex Murdaugh’s big Super Bowl bet. Plus, a discussion on Bowen Turner — the young man accused in three different sexual assaults — and his latest arrest, as well as a look at the upcoming Charleston-area retrial against Michael Colucci.We hope to see you out at the SCVAN Victims Matter Rally at the SC State House on Thursday, March 21st at 9am... we'll be there supporting Sarah Ford in her quest to advocate for victims. Learn more about the event here:  https://lunasharkmedia.com/event/scvan-victims-matter-rally/ Let's get into it...  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 EB's new merch with a mission at theericbland.com or the 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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ |  https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/YouTube*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

Our mission is to get Stephen Smith's case to a place of solvability, but day to day, our goals are much smaller and much more focused on the tiniest of details. As Eric puts it, Liz and Mandy are pulling at the edges of this case in the hopes of finding more dots that can be connected by law enforcement. And so far it’s working. So far we’re finding new details and when you don’t have answers, every detail matters. That’s why it’s so important that law enforcement continues to throw every resource they can at Stephen's case right now. Yes, there are a ton of other cases out that deserve the attention of SLED and the AG’s office, but Stephen’s case is not only about finding out who killed him … it’s about a system that needs to redeem itself... for the victims and to the public. Also on the show today, we talk about a decision by the Connecticut Supreme Court that is long overdue. The decision sets a new standard for the release of police records — specifically the case files from crimes that are technically still open because they haven’t been solved. As Eric says, it was a good day for justice.We also discuss a new case the LunaShark team is taking on — the Sara-Lynn Colucci case. Sara-Lynn was found dead outside the Charleston-area jewelry store she owned with her husband in 2015. Let's get into it...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 EB's new merch with a mission at theericbland.com or the 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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/YouTube*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

On this highly anticipated episode of COJ, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell interview Emmy Award-winning television host, executive producer of her acclaimed and syndicated talk show, veteran Journalist and Bestselling Author, Tamron Hall about her first Jordan Manning book 'As The Wicked Watch' and her new book in the series releasing March 12 "Watch Where They Hide".Learn more here or Order Your Copy Today: https://amzn.to/434C8AvTo begin, Mandy and Liz reflect on the anniversary of Alex Murdaugh’s murder conviction and the implications as we return our focus back to Stephen Smith's case. Premium Members will get a deeper dive into Liz and Mandy's reflections with Alex's conviction in the rear view mirror. Then Liz, Mandy and Tamron, three amazing journalists, discuss the problems with modern news reporting, what it’s like to cover true crime and Hall’s upcoming book “Watch Where They Hide.”To get your copy of 'Watch Where They Hide' you can pre-order from Amazon at the link below or learn more here."In WATCH WHERE THEY HIDE, Tamron once again dives into the world of suspense and mystery with a page-turning novel, featuring Jordan Manning, a journalist with a background in forensic science as she delves into the case of Marla Hancock a mother in danger after leaving her verbally abusive husband and uncovers a sinister web of secrets that could lead right to the missing woman—or put Jordan in the crosshairs of her abductors"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 the 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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

True Sunlight Podcast co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and everyone’s favorite attorney Eric Bland — check another item off their interview bucket list this week with one of the star witnesses from the Alex Murdaugh murder trial.Crime scene expert Dr. Kenny Kinsey sat down with Liz and Eric to talk about connecting with juries, how crimes scenes tell him the story of what happened to the victim and where law enforcement gets it wrong when investigating crime.Dr. Kinsey also shares stories from his stint in the Murdaugh spotlight — from the strange and wonderful gifts he’s gotten from his supporters to getting yelled at in restaurants by people who think Alex’s jury got it wrong. Perhaps most importantly, Dr. Kinsey gives a critical update in his investigation of Stephen Smith’s murder.Premium Members get a few exclusive discussions with Dr. Kinsey on his impressions from the Murdaugh spotlight and some lighter anecdotes on strange and wonderful gifts he’s received from his supporters.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 EB's new merch with a mission at theericbland.com or the 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/3KBMJcP*** NEW: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send you fun merch if you find something that needs to be adjusted! ***Find us on social media:Twitter.com/mandymatney - Twitter.com/elizfarrell - Twitter.com/theericblandhttps://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/YouTube*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