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Previously known as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, 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 Gilley, while still pursuing justice for all the victims you've met so far like Stephen Smith, Dallas Stoller, an ...
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Wicked Words - A True Crime Talk Show with Kate Winkler Dawson

Exactly Right Media – the original true crime comedy network

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Welcome to Tenfold More Wicked Presents: Wicked Words, Kate Winkler Dawson's true crime talk show. On each new episode of Wicked Words, Kate interviews journalists, podcasters and authors about their fascinating behind-the-scenes stories from their investigations in the world of true crime, many of which have never been shared before. Kate interviews Patricia Cornwell, the prolific true crime author about her book Portrait Of A Killer: Jack The Ripper – Case Closed, she heads to Texas with v ...
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We all want to drink from the same Cup of Justice... and it starts with learning about our legal system. With tales from the newsroom and the courtroom, co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland invite you to gain knowledge, insight, and tools to hold public agencies and officials accountable. Beginning as bonus episodes to the Murdaugh Murders Podcast with analysis of the trials of Alex Murdaugh and co-conspirators, Cup of Justice launched as its own show in January of 2023 and debu ...
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"Good Skill" is a captivating weekly podcast hosted by Eric Bland, an award-winning attorney, speaker, author, and media personality known for his involvement in high-profile cases like the Murdaugh saga. Through engaging conversations with thought leaders, creatives, influencers, and policymakers, Eric delves into the idea that success isn't merely about luck but is instead achieved through honed skills and strategic efforts. Each episode of "Good Skill" offers listeners an insightful journ ...
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UPDATE: JP Miller was arrested for third degree assault. Justice for Mica Miller is percolating six months and more than 20 episodes after investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell began reporting her the death and what her life looked like in the leadup to it. On Friday, the FBI finally moved in on Mica’s husband... Myrtle Beach Pasto…
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Talk about great timing... Just as investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — and attorney Eric Bland — were getting together Friday to record, the FBI was in the middle of raiding the home of Myrtle Beach Pastor JP Miller. Six months ago, JP’s wife, Mica Francis, was found dead in a North Carolina swamp, purportedly a victim of suici…
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In this episode of the Good Skill podcast, we sit down with Dr. Kenny Kinsey, one of South Carolina’s leading forensic experts. With over three decades in law enforcement and forensic analysis, Dr. Kinsey shares the story behind his remarkable career, the challenges of working on high-profile cases, and his passion for teaching future forensic scie…
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One of the most famous crimes in American history was the murder of 14-year-old Bobby Frank. Two young men, Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb, wanted to plan the perfect murder. And they didn’t. Author Hal Higdon wrote THE book on this case, called Leopold and Loeb: The Crime of the Century. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals a…
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Thrice accused rapist Bowen Turner is getting out of prison on Halloween, and in this episode, journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell warn the women of South Carolina while explaining who is responsible for the systemic failure that led to Turner’s swift release. Did Assistant Solicitor Kevin Hope fail when he agreed to the plea sentence for Turn…
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In this episode of Good Skill, host Eric Bland sits down with Doreen Sullivan, the innovative mind behind My Bud Vase and Post No Bills. Doreen’s entrepreneurial journey has been anything but conventional. Starting with her successful brand-building agency, Post No Bills, Doreen later dove into the cannabis industry with My Bud Vase—an internationa…
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This week on “Cup of Justice” join investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell as they sit down with former OJ Simpson prosecutor Marcia Clark, who is host of the “Informants: Lawyer X” podcast now on Wondery. “Informants: Lawyer X” tells the (unbelievably wild and very true) story of an Australian defense attorney — Nicola Gobbo — who p…
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Here's our story this week: in the summer of 1988, 16-year-old Shane Stewart and 18-year-old Sally McNelly went missing in the West Texas town of San Angelo. After their remains were found, the mystery began. Texas Monthly reporters Karen Jacobs and Rob D’Amico pick up the cold case of two murders that have haunted their family, their friends, and …
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell begin their look into the Oct. 7 death of 38-year-old Christa Bauer Gilley in Texas and the arrest of her husband, Lee Gilley, who initially told investigators that Christa died by suicide after an argument they had. Christa, who was nine weeks pregnant at the time of her death, was strangled t…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland — talk about Mandy’s wild encounter with an Uber driver who was a law enforcement officer in Marion, Kansas, and who … didn’t think the police raid on The Marion County Record and the related death of its editor’s 90-year-old mother were problematic or illegal? Good thing, …
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In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the world of philanthropy with Bob Carter, a globally recognized connector and visionary in the field. With decades of experience reshaping the philanthropic landscape, Bob shares his unique perspective on creative, human-led solutions to mega fundraising, donor relationships, and organizational strategy…
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A murdered teenage girl. A suspicious, affluent family. And a lot of sticky social situations. They’re all in our story, which is set in nineteenth century London. Who killed 16-year-old Jane Maria Clouson? Author Paul Thomas Murphy details it in his book: Pretty Jane and the Viper of Kidbrooke Lane: A True Story of Victorian Law and Disorder: The …
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell return to the Mica Francis case and to March 23, 2018 … the day of Mica’s alleged first attempt at suicide.... Medical records from that day say her husband — pastor JP Miller — called one of Mica’s mental health providers at 10 a.m. to say that Mica had stolen JP’s credit card, snuck out of th…
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On our 101st Cup of Justice podcast episode we tackle how the insurance and legal systems are rigged against consumers in the wake of disaster, how this benefits certain parties (like insurance companies and lawyers), and how the Murdaugh family and their associates exploited these systems for their gain. Specifically, the case of Hampton County, S…
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In this compelling episode, Dr. Marcelo Hochman, a distinguished healthcare advocate and double Board-certified surgeon, discusses the urgent need for reform in the American healthcare system. Recognized by CNN, the Wall Street Journal, and USA Today, Dr. Hochman shares insights from his experiences during the Covid crisis and his ongoing efforts t…
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At the height of the Great Depression, an oil mogul from LA decided to escape society with his mistress to create their own utopia on a faraway land. The problems started with other people following them there. My friend, Abbott Kahler, is my guest today. She used to write under the name: Karen Abbott. Abbott tells me the story at the center of her…
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As you likely know, we are taking off from COJ and True Sunlight this week to focus on educating students around the Midwest so thank you for understanding and we hope you enjoy this bonus content! In today’s Premium Dive Bonus episode, Attorney Rebecca Lindahl and reporter Sam Berlin discuss the implications of Buster's media interviews and public…
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In this compelling episode of the Good Skill podcast, we dive deep into a historical case that continues to resonate with contemporary issues of race and justice. Our distinguished guest, Mike Burgess, brings nearly three decades of experience as a public high school history teacher to shed light on the Willie Leapheart case from 1890. Burgess, an …
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Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005. Four years later, a young prosecutor in the Justice Department was drawn into examining a mysterious death after the storm. Henry Glover was found dead in a burned-out car two weeks after Katrina. And who he was last seen with became the center of controversy and reform. Jared Fishman tells me the s…
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Investigative reporters Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell celebrate Alex Murdaugh’s biggest loss yet … one that will effectively keep him behind bars for the rest of his life. Also on the show, Buster Murdaugh triples down on his defamation claims against Netflix and Hampton County reporter Michael Dewitt. In a federal filing this week, Buster argues th…
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It’s Cups Up for the 100th time with investigative journalists Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and of the True Sunlight Podcast and everyone’s favorite attorney Eric Bland, who helped bring justice in the Alex Murdaugh saga. To celebrate this special occasion, Mandy, Liz and Eric got together for a live broadcast of this 100th recording to talk about the…
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Welcome to the Good Skill podcast, where we explore stories of dedication, leadership, and community impact. Today, we have the honor of speaking with Kevin "Chief" Hendrix, a man whose life exemplifies these qualities both on and off the football field. Guest Biography Kevin "Chief" Hendrix is a former football player and coach with a career spann…
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I’ve said this many times: unsolved cases frustrate me. I need a solution, or a conclusion. But cold cases are so important: and my next guest wants to talk about missing women…several that are more than 100 years old. And she can use our help. Author Kathleen Brunelle tells me about her book called: She’s Gone: Five Mysterious Twentieth- Century C…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell take on the Good Ole Boys once again, starting with lawyers who knowingly file frivolous lawsuits. Last week Myrtle Beach pastor JP Miller and his attorney Russell B. Long filed a defamation complaint against a paralegal who said he called her law office in search of a divorce attorney who coul…
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Cup of Justice Co-hosts Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland — have returned to their respective studios for the latest episode of Cup of Justice in which there was A LOT to talk about. Over the past few weeks there have been several court filings, including in Alex Murdaugh’s murder conviction appeal. Dick Harpootlian suddenly has love for mor…
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Adam Gorlitsky is a pioneer in the world of adaptive athletics and the founder of I GOT LEGS, a non-profit organization dedicated to ReEnabling individuals with spinal cord injuries. On December 30, 2005, Adam was involved in a catastrophic car accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Doctors believed he would never walk again. However…
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For this episode of Wicked Words, we travel to India, where some of the world’s most complicated, most compelling true crime stories come from. This story is one of those. It’s about a female grifter, turned killer, who seduced men for money, but murdered one…out of fear. The book we’re talking about is called Swipe Right to Kill. The author is Ani…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their coverage of two appeal hearings heard last week in the case of thrice-accused rapist Bowen Turner and his sweetheart plea deal. Today. listeners will get to hear Part Two of the Chloe Bess interview, where she talks about what it was like being in the courtroom and on her thought…
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In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, chart-topping podcasters Tiffany Reese, Mandy Matney, and Liz Farrell open up about the personal and professional obstacles they've faced in creating impactful, victim-centered content. From dealing with online harassment and imposter syndrome, to the ethical dilemmas of amplifying survivors' stories, t…
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Filmmaker Colin Archdeacon had an unusual relationship with convicted killer named Grant Amato in Florida. Amato murdered his parents and his brother in 2018. And the media blamed his obsession with a cam model. But Archdeacon found out that Amato had very different motive. Let’s find out more about the three part series, Ctrl+Alt+Desire on Paramou…
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In this episode of the Good Skill podcast, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Lori Lapin, a true pioneer in the wellness industry with an impressive 38-year career. Armed with a degree in exercise science from the University of Georgia, Lori has dedicated her life to personal training and health coaching, helping countless individuals achie…
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The Bowen Turner case in South Carolina has been one for the outrage records. Listeners across the country have been horrified as they watched the justice system coddle Bowen over and over while the thrice-accused rapist gave his second, third and fourth chances the middle finger. But now, something good could come from the case — a case that inclu…
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Investigative journalist Mandy Matney starts today's episode by sharing more on the newly announced Hulu series "untitled Murdaugh murders," starring Patricia Arquette, focusing on elevating female voices and corruption in South Carolina. So hooray for Hollywood! Then, Journalist Eric Meyer joins Mandy Matney and attorney Eric Bland to discuss the …
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In this gripping episode of the Good Skill podcast, host Eric Bland sits down with Derrick McManus, a former sniper, counter-terrorist operative, diver, and elite STAR Group Officer. Derrick shares his incredible story of survival, resilience, and the journey that led him to develop the concept of Human Durability. Key Topics -Derrick's background …
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This is one of the most shocking unsolved missing-child cases in the world. A 7-year-old boy named Kyron Horman went missing in 2010 in Portland, Oregon and he’s never been found. The last person to see him was his stepmother. Author Rebecca Morris details Kyron’s story and the mystery of his disappearance in her book, Boy Missing: The Search for K…
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Leaked medical records from Mica Francis’ in-patient and outpatient visits to mental health facilities were leaked to the public over the past week, and investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are diving in. According to the records — some of which were sent directly to Luna Shark Media and others that were posted online by a TikToke…
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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland — have been thoroughly entertained by the latest phase of Alex Murdaugh’s over-the-top efforts to get his murder conviction reversed. Last week the public FINALLY got to meet the Egg Lady Juror (Myra Crosby) and her sidekick Juror Z (aka Juror 630, Mandy Pearce). Both wo…
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I love a good murder story set in the South and this is an intense one. It centers on a vicious murder in a crumbling Kentucky mansion and a killer who managed to cover it up for months. Author David Domine writes about it in his book: A Dark Room in Glitter Ball City: Murder, Secrets, and Scandal in Old Louisville. Support this podcast by shopping…
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In this episode of the Good Skill Podcast, we welcome Mandy Matney, an award-winning journalist, author, and chart-topping podcaster. Originally from Kansas, Mandy's career has spanned newspapers in multiple states before she ventured into the world of podcasting and became a key player in exposing Alex Murdaugh. Mandy shares her journey from tradi…
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Investigative reporters Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their look into the Mica Francis case with Part Two of their deep dive into the pile of “evidence” her estranged husband — Myrtle Beach Pastor JP Miller — filed in her probate case. The evidence was meant to support JP’s claims that he was a good husband and not the cause of Mica’s death…
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