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True Sunlight

LUNASHARK
Stephen Smith
Elick Murdaugh
Murdaugh Murders
Alex Murdaugh
South Carolina Justice System
Luna Shark
Murdaugh Family
South Carolina
Murdaugh Case
Jury Tampering
Becky Hill
True Sunlight
Justice Jean Toal
Bowen Turner
Ekron Frazier
Corruption
Justice System
Dallas Stoller
Mallory Beach
Judicial Reform

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 vic... more

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Latest Episodes

Investigative Journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are back in court... remotely. For the past three days, Mandy and Liz have been watching the Stand Your Ground immunity hearing in the Scott Spivey Shooting case — along with thousands of True Su... more

Will Alex Murdaugh get his murder convictions overturned?

Investigative Journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell recap everything that went down Wednesday when Team Murdaugh and state prosecutor Creighton Waters argued their cases for and against a ... more

In this special bonus episode, we bring you the complete audio from today's South Carolina Supreme Court hearing on Alex Murdaugh's appeal of his double murder convictions.

From the defense's arguments to the State's response, you'll hear the full, ... more

Investigative Journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell provide context around the announcement that Prosecutor Barry Barnette impaneled a state grand jury surrounding events of Scott Spivey’s 2023 killing... and alleged police coverup.

On today’s ep... more

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Recent Guests

Charlotte Corn
Mica's best friend and advocate for the Justice for Mica movement.
Episode: TSP #128 - JP Miller (Finally) Federally Indicted & What This Means For The Justice For Mica Movement
Ali Golden-Quazo
Leader of the Justice for Mica protests.
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Jonny McCoy
Attorney representing Kelsey Manemeit and Mikayla Moskov
Axel Ford & Associates
Episode: TSP #123 - What A Tangled Webster We Weave: Unpacking The Horry County Sex Scandal That Wasn’t
Johnny McCoy
A criminal defense lawyer who has fought for the wrongfully accused.
Episode: MMP Remastered #15 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part Two
Sandy Smith
Mother of Stephen Smith seeking justice for her son
Episode: MMP Remastered #84: The Latest on Stephen Smith, SLED’s Investigation into the Murders and Russell Lafitte’s Future
Mike Hemlepp
Columbia attorney helping Sandy Smith with the investigation
Episode: MMP Remastered #61 - Who Killed Stephen Smith? Part Six
Brittany Snow
Actress portraying Mandy Matney in the Hulu series
Episode: FEED DROP - Murdaugh: Death In The Family Official Podcast
Patricia Arquette
Actress portraying Maggie Murdaugh in the Hulu series
Episode: FEED DROP - Murdaugh: Death In The Family Official Podcast
Jason Clarke
Actor portraying Alex Murdaugh in the Hulu series
Episode: FEED DROP - Murdaugh: Death In The Family Official Podcast

Hosts

Mandy Matney
Mandy Matney is a celebrated investigative journalist known for her in-depth reporting on crime and corruption. She co-hosts the podcast and is dedicated to uncovering truths while advocating for victims.
Liz Farrell
Liz Farrell is a co-host and journalist specializing in investigative reporting. She brings a wealth of experience to the podcast and focuses on the ethical implications of the stories presented, ensuring the voices of the victims are prioritized.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 41.9k ratings
  • Does she think we aren’t intelligent?

    I’ve been a regular listener and I respect the mission this podcast promotes—exposing the truth wherever it leads, prioritizing accuracy, and giving voice to victims. That’s exactly why the recent coverage of the South Carolina Supreme Court oral arguments in the Murdaugh case felt disappointing to me.

    I listened to the oral arguments myself, and the way they were framed on the show didn’t fully reflect the complexity of what was actually argued in court. It felt less like presenting the facts ... more

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    AHB-FNP
    United States9 days ago
  • A subscriber

    I am a working class person and I don’t just throw my money out to just anyone. I think in light of the current atmosphere of our country you gals are needed more than ever! When I get paid next week I’m going to become a LunaShark subscriber! Please Please stay in the sunlight for us all! True sunlight deserves a Pulitzer or at the very least the “President’s” Nobel prize 😑

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    Twinloves79
    United States12 days ago
  • Keep up the good work!

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    monogankay
    a month ago
  • Mandy is absolutely obsessed with…. MANDY

    This podcast started out well but holy moly it’s has turned into the podcaster spending more time praising herself than anything else. She is absolutely obsessed with herself and never lets the listeners forget how amazing she is. It’s hard to get through the episodes anymore because I have to keep skipping the praise she heaps on herself to find actual case information.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    justpickthis
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too Much

    I had to unfollow all 3 shows because of the tremendous slant the topics being discussed had, towards the personal opinions the girls have. Mostly Liz, seemingly has such blinding rage for (her words): Boomers, Good Ole Boys, The White Man, etc., and just general hatred for the South all together. I, of course, could relate and was truly impressed with their passion for justice for all the cases they have investigated. I just wish it was presented with far less disdain towards territory and raci... more

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    skhilliard
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' dedication to investigative journalism and their ability to expose injustices.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#86
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#220
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#218
Australia/True Crime
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#152
Hong Kong/True Crime
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#197
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#217
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TSP #123 - What A Tangled Webster We Weave: Unpacking The Horry County Sex Scandal That Wasn’t
Q: What evidence suggests the scandal was a cover-up?
Several officers resigned after complaints of sexual harassment surfaced, indicating retaliation against those who spoke up.
MMP Remastered #15 - Was Alex Murdaugh Actually Shot? Part Two
Q: What do you think of the 911 call?
Johnny McCoy believes Murdaugh's description of the shooter contradicts Eddie Smith's appearance and suggests Murdaugh was creating a false narrative.
TSP #103 - How Weldon Boyd Embedded His ‘Self-Defense’ Narrative with Police and Witnesses + 10 Things to Know about Michael Colucci's Retrial
Q: What parallels does Matney draw between Michael Colucci and Elick Murdaugh?
Matney notes that both men were entrenched in the 'good ol boy' system of South Carolina, suggesting that their wealth and connections may have influenced the handling of their cases.
TSP #103 - How Weldon Boyd Embedded His ‘Self-Defense’ Narrative with Police and Witnesses + 10 Things to Know about Michael Colucci's Retrial
Q: What is the significance of the Michael Colucci retrial?
The retrial is crucial as it addresses systemic issues in the justice system regarding domestic violence cases and aims to seek justice for Sara Lynn after years of delay.
TSP #92 - Plot Twist? Man Who Heard Crying And Gunshot Before Mica’s Death Killed In Crash + The Victim In The Bowen Turner Case That The System Wants To Silence
Q: What are your thoughts on Bowen Turner's one-year sentence with addiction treatment?
Karl Stoller expresses skepticism about the effectiveness of the treatment due to Bowen's past behavior and the leniency of the justice system.

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With a focus on investigative journalism, this podcast dives into the world of true crime and systemic corruption, highlighting the stories of victims while critically examining the flaws within the legal and judicial systems. The hosts bring listeners compelling narratives that challenge the status quo, advocating for transparency and accountability. As a successor to their previous work, it aims to shed light on various pressing issues, expanding beyond a singular case to encompass broader societal injustices. The articulative storytelling is rooted in empathy rather than exploitation, seeking to empower the audience through facts and advocate for systemic change.

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1. Charlotte Corn
2. Ali Golden-Quazo
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4. Johnny McCoy
5. Sandy Smith
6. Mike Hemlepp
7. Brittany Snow
8. Patricia Arquette

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