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Previously known as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, True Sunlight is the intersection of True Crime, journalism and systematic corruption. Welcome to the new face of MMP. 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 ar ...
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The Murdaugh family was one of South Carolina's most powerful legal families. Three generations of Murdaughs held the position of solicitor in the lowcountry for almost one hundred years. In February of 2019 a boat crash killed 19 year old Mallory Beach. Paul Murdaugh, the son of prominent SC attorney, Alex Murdaugh, was charged with three felony counts of boating under the influence, including causing the death of Mallory Beach. June 7, 2021 Alex Murdaugh found his wife, Maggie, and son, Pa ...
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If You're Driving, Close Your Eyes

If You're Driving, Close Your Eyes

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Welcome to If You're Driving, Close Your Eyes, a podcast about navigating the cruelty chaos, and wonder of our terrifying world. Niki, John, LB— and our producer Jordo— try to find meaning and clarity one or twelve subjects at a time: from the menu at Cheesecake Factory to a human man dressed up as Snoopy tucking you into bed. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Murdaugh Murders, Money & Mystery | Unsolved South Carolina

Anne Emerson, Charlie Condon, Drew Tripp, Daniel Michener, Maxwell Harrison

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The Murdaugh Murders, Money & Mystery offers an in-depth look at the unfolding criminal saga centered around disgraced former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh. The podcast is hosted by veteran journalist Anne Emerson, along with former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon and producer Drew Tripp. In addition to stealing nearly $9 million from his friends, clients and own law firm, Alex Murdaugh is charged with the ghastly murders of his wife, Maggie Murdaugh, and their younges ...
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Victoria Garrick Browne hosts an unfiltered and eye-opening podcast that dives into the heart-to-heart conversations we’re all craving. Known for her refreshing vulnerability and relatable candor, the Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and TEDxTalk speaker has inspired millions to embrace their authentic selves and feel confident doing it. Are you ready to look at yourself, your relationships, and your life in a new way? Tune into Real Pod! Follow @realpod on Instagram for more. Produced by Dea ...
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Quick Bits

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The Quick Bits breaks down the key takeaways from Emily D. Bakers' live streams and content in a fast and fresh way. Emily D. Baker is the internet's go-to legal analysis breaking down the pop-culture and entertainment cases we can't stop talking about.
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The Hammers. The Murdaughs. The Royal Family. These family dynasties are the elite-est of the elites: they’ve spent generations controlling their public image, amassing obscene amounts of wealth, and (no big surprise) have more skeletons than you can fit in your front hall closet. On Dark Dynasties, Syd Heller and Olivia Delaurentis dig into the corrupt, criminal, and straight-up weird stories of the rich and powerful to try and answer one question: Where did their power come from? And what ...
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Attorney Joe McCullough represents a couple of the jurors from the Murdaugh double murder trial. Both of those jurors feel like they were pressured by the Colleton County Clerk of Court, Becky Hill during the trial to reach a guilty verdict. One of those jurors, #785, was kicked off the jury and now has written a book about the trial. McCullough ha…
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Niki, LB and John discuss the need for change in America's relationship with its own milquetoast national anthem, in addition to related topics, such as the price of Prozac, new innovations in scrotum technology, the Batman Returns iteration of Catwoman, being Johnest with each other, and predictably, somehow even more. Welcome to If You're Driving…
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Investigative reporters Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell share two newly released 911 calls in the Mica Francis case. In the first call, Mica’s estranged husband Pastor JP Miller can be heard in the background as his loyal friend and associate pastor Tricia Ross tries to get Mica arrested by accusing her of theft. As Mandy and Liz continue to piece tog…
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Drew Afualo, TikTok's "Crusader for Women," is a powerhouse content creator and women’s rights advocate known for her viral takedowns of misogyny. Named Adweek’s 2022 Digital & Tech Creator of the Year, Meta’s Creator of Tomorrow, and one of Forbes’ Top Creators of 2023, Drew's first book, LOUD: Accept Nothing Less Than The Life You Deserve, will b…
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The Beach Civil Outrage lawsuit is heating up. Seton and Matt breakdown the latest in that battle. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcasting Network Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast reg…
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John, Niki and LB go the extra mile this week by proving evolution, showcasing their incredible psychic powers, taking the time to look at and think about breasts while live on a podcast, exposing the Coors nuclear waste controversy, making the world-first announcement of a new Shrek film, and if you can believe it, somehow even more. Welcome to If…
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Tragically this week, two abused women were failed by the justice system and allegedly killed by their partners — Lauren Johansen of Mississippi Stephanie Francis of Rhode Island. On today’s episode we’ll get into that and a lot more on why our justice system needs to be paying attention. Investigative reporters Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell give an…
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Are you a recovering perfectionist or interested in healing patterns that no longer serve you? This week we’re chatting with Yasmine Cheyenne, author, wellness expert, and speaker dedicated to helping people live their best lives. In this episode, Yasmine dives into lessons from her new book "Wisdom of the Path" and shares how to choose yourself, l…
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Remember, remember the 5th of Julember ... (In this episode LB, Niki and John [all best friends] discuss where "it" goes "after butthole," the Ben Shapiro that escaped containment, the rules of being a ghost, Reba, the legitimacy of antibiotic warnings, the Cisco Groove, and reluctantly, somehow even more.) Welcome to If You're Driving, Close Your …
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their coverage of the Mica Francis case, starting with JP Miller’s shock and horror upon discovering a shirtless photo has been posted of him online. Social media came hard for JP this week with more accusations surrounding the tattoo of Mica’s signature he has on his torso. Solid Rock…
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Pete Kaliner joins the podcast to talk about the Robertson case. Pete covered the Jimmy Robertson trial for a radio station in Rock Hill, SC. Pete also had a personal run in with Robertson just about a month before the trial. You can listen to Pete's show daily at https://thepetekalinershow.com/ In November of 1997, two days before Thanksgiving, Ea…
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Molly Carlson is a professional high diver, mental health and body image advocate, and CEO of Brave Gang. As a member of Canada's senior national high diving team, she placed second in the 2022 and 2023 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. In this episode, Molly and Vic dive into overcoming performance anxiety, managing pressures as a pro athlete an…
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LB, Niki and John crest the final apex of Gimmick Month, playing a brand-new game of Niki's design, pushing friendships to the limit and making us rethink everything we know about the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. Other topics of discussion include (but are not limited to) Christian for-profit universities, Hootie & the Blowfish, sex ramps, tinned …
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We originally planned to take this week off entirely, but guess what happened...? We got a flood of FOIA responses in the Mica Francis case… This week, due to the dogged FOIAing from Beth Braden and brilliant mind of Liz Farrell, LunaShark was the first media outlet to receive the 911 call from the incident that led to Chris Skinner’s death on Sept…
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Tommy Pope was the solicitor in charge of convicting Jimmy Robertson and of sending Robertson to death row. Pope shares his memory of the case that shook the nation. In November of 1997, two days before Thanksgiving, Earl and Terry Robertson were brutally murdered by their son, Jimmy Robertson. The story captivated the nation. The story of a well o…
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Welcome the newest fiances on the block: Aubrey and Wood! In this post-engagement recap, Vic and Max’s besties share the story of their unforgettable proposal. They give details on how Wood meticulously planned every detail (with Vic’s assistance) to meet Aubrey’s wishes while keeping her completely in the dark about the timing. Then, get the play-…
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Gimmick Month continues with The Second Annual White Off, where we see which of our four contestants is the whitest. Once that's settled (the results will SHOCK YOU), Niki, LB and John also discuss serving cunt in the chicken line, whether curling "has balls," hanging out with Jenny Nicholson, whether you can "get one out of a dead guy," John's rec…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — formerly of Murdaugh Murders Podcast — give an update on the latest drama involving Alex Murdaugh. His remaining son, Buster Murdaugh, filed a defamation lawsuit this week against major networks over documentaries they ran, which he said falsely insinuated he had something to do with Stephen …
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Everyone's favorite entrepreneur turned no-bullshit dating coach Sabrina Zohar is here to drop some major truth bombs about what many people are getting wrong in relationships by playing games and avoiding the real work. Sabrina shares insights from her own dating journey and mistakes from her anxiety-filled past that opened the door to recognizing…
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Buster Murdaugh has filed a defamation lawsuit against eight media outlets. The lawsuit includes creators and distributors of documentaries, a local paper and its editor. The complaint alleges Buster was falsely accused of harming Stephen Smith by the media entities named in the lawsuit. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcasting Netwo…
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For this special Father's Day episode we hear from Seton's father, Matt Siembieda. This episode was originally on The Wicked South Podcast. Matt Siembieda is an attorney and law professor at Temple Law School. He was also involved in the civil rights movement and he gives us his firsthand account of his involvement. From seemingly insignificant sma…
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Gimmick month continues with our first-annual Master Chief Beach Week, the replacement holiday full of sand, sun and fun! Or that's what the copy says anyway, in practice it's mostly talk about the various ways that white people ruin the beach without even enjoying it themselves, in addition to various diversions concerning bumper stickers, scented…
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In November of 1997, two days before Thanksgiving, Earl and Terry Robertson were brutally murdered by their son, Jimmy Robertson. The story captivated the nation. The story of a well off couple being murdered by their math genius son caught the eye of the country. Plus, Jimmy had an accomplice. What was her story? The trial was covered gavel to gav…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue down their path of discovery in the Mica Francis (Mica Miller) case and how her estranged husband, Pastor JP Miller, tends to operate, knowing the system will largely have his back. From TikTok videos in which JP threatens to expose Mica’s private musings to divorce court, where he sho…
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Mallory Goldman has some big news to reveal exclusively on Real Pod—she and her husband Ben's first baby just arrived via surrogacy! In this heartfelt episode, the tastemaker and marketing consultant bravely shares her journey, starting with her diagnosis of a rare inflammatory autoimmune disease at 14. She discusses the treatments she's undergone …
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John, Niki and LB are all in the same place! Wowie zowie! That means an in-person recording, which also means the audio is a little roomier than usual, but the vibes are still just like you like 'em! Topics of discussion for this week include (but are not limited to) the world of dreams, emotionally insensitive burlesque performers, Dan Ryckert's u…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their real-time coverage of Mica's case — which they’re now going to call the Mica Francis case to give Mica back her identity free from Pastor JP Miller. As each week passes since Mica’s death, more information emerges about the utter hell she was experiencing in her attempts to escap…
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Two and a half years after the estate of Mallory Beach filed a lawsuit claiming civil conspiracy and outrage by the Parker's team, some discovery may finally take place. The defense filed three motions to compel discovery to attorneys representing the estate. They were seeking information about dissemination of a confidential mediation video, knowl…
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Feeling less than confident about putting on a swimsuit this summer? Whether you're heading to the beach, pool, or just soaking up the sun, Victoria's got your back with practical advice to help you reframe your mindset and embrace the moment. Tune in for a bestie huddle where Victoria shares tips on what to wear, how to have self-compassion, and a…
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Matt and Seton discuss State reporter, John Monk's report that Alex Murdaugh was in a prison fight with an inmate who assaulted his niece. Becky Hill the former Clerk of Court of Colleton County is facing 76 counts of misconduct according to the State Ethics Commission. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcasting Network Seton Tucker an…
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John, Niki and LB ascend the Gender Tower for an episode that's going to be just as much of a surprise for you as it is for me, because I haven't heard it yet! Also featuring a surprise visit from Former Chief Medical Advisor to the President of United States Anthony Fauci. Oh no! Welcome to If You're Driving, Close Your Eyes, a podcast about navig…
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Victoria is bringing you a special bonus episode in partnership with Maybelline New York to mark the end of Mental Health Awareness Month. Vic shares her journey in therapy, starting in college when she struggled with performance anxiety in volleyball and societal perceptions of mental health. Victoria highlights major breakthroughs, like understan…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell find more pieces to the puzzle in what Mica Miller's life was like before her death in a North Carolina swamp. Just a month before Mica’s death, old paperwork granting her husband the authority to make all medical decisions for her — including whether doctors fight for her life — was filed in t…
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