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True Sunlight

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

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 sti... more

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Investigative journalists ⁠Mandy Matney⁠ and ⁠Liz Farrell⁠ peel back the latest layers of South Carolina’s two-tier justice system — where accountability seems to stop at the badge...

After a viral video showed fired Beaufort County Deputy Billy Squ... more

When Murdaugh Murders Podcast first released Episode 45 on May 18, 2022, it marked a turning point in exposing South Carolina’s deep-rooted legal corruption.

In this remastered edition, journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell revisit how Alex Murdau... more

In this newly remastered episode of the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, journalist Mandy Matney revisits the day she realized hidden truths about Gloria Satterfield’s mysterious fall—and the paper trail that exposed Alex Murdaugh’s financial deception.

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Welcome to Soundbites, the official LUNASHARK Premium recap hosted by Beth Braden, journalist and researcher for the True Sunlight Podcast.

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Recent Guests

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
Karl Stoller
Father of Dallas Stoller, a victim of Bowen Turner
Episode: 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
Randy Hood
Attorney specializing in institutional sexual abuse cases
Law Firm
Episode: TSP #89 - ‘I’m a survivor’: Lawyer Behind Explosive Lawsuit Accusing JP Miller Of Rape Has No Fear + Pastor Disaster In Court This Week
Ali Quazo
Protest leader for Justice for Mica movement
Episode: TSP #86 - JP Miller’s Legal Retaliation Against Protesters Backfires Again + Court Docs Show JP’s Chummy Relationship with ‘Journalist’
Regina Ward
Licensed real estate agent and attorney who represented Mica's family
Episode: TSP #82 - JP Miller Tried To Blame Mica’s Death On A Cop, New Emails Show + Wayne Miller’s Churchy Business Loans Make An Odd Appearance
Chloe Bess
Survivor and victim of Bowen Turner
Episode: TSP #67 - Medical Records Expose JP Miller’s Influence Over Mica’s Mental Health + Part Two of Chloe Bess and the Bowen Turner Hearings
Carl Stoller
A devoted father advocating for justice following his daughter's assault and an Orangeburg County deputy.
Orangeburg County
Episode: TSP #61 - JP Miller Airs More Dirty Laundry... Was It an Attempt to Pressure Mica’s Family into a Settlement?

Hosts

Mandy Matney
Host of True Sunlight and investigative journalist focusing on exposing crime and corruption.
Liz Farrell
Co-host and journalist at True Sunlight, focusing on investigative reporting and accountability.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 41.4k ratings
  • Top Notch podcast

    You get more than a story with Liz and Mandy. You get educated, empowered, emotional, enlightened. My go to podcast every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cdkep
    United States12 days ago
  • True crime that reps victims

    I love this podcast. Not only do they hunt down the good ole boys but they stand up for victim's rights. What started w the Murdaugh murders has turned into so much more. Keep going Mandy and Liz!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ohkareem
    United States15 days ago
  • No journalism here…Ugh / Series is low-budget & unwatchable

    Just man haters blaming Ben for everything….. whike bragging about their Hulu series based on their Murdoch book, one notch above a Gallmark film….yeah, I suffered through it.

    Bern listening since ep one, rapidly went downhill. Not going to waste my time….you did NOT discuss the Nautilus case on the COJ ep….you said you’d get to it on True Sunlight, as you signed off. What a waste of time…..only reason I listened to that tripe and skimming through this obe, found it sbd your first lube was hiw ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rob Vale
    United States16 days ago
  • incredible podcast!!

    I’ve been listening since the beginning, and grateful for Liz and Mandy’s brand, public perspective and use of this platform. The system is corrupt, and they expose the abuse of power while much of the media remains indifferent, some even purporting false narratives of defendants.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJ+WH
    United States16 days ago
  • Not again

    All the ‘new’ episodes are reruns that are still garbage

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jweirz22
    United States19 days ago

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The hosts show a strong commitment to thorough investigative reporting, giving considerable attention to victim advocacy.
Listeners appreciate the call for accountability and the emphasis on systemic issues, although some feel the tones have shifted negatively over time.
There are contrasting opinions about individual hosts; while some praise the depth of coverage, others criticize perceived self-centeredness.

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Apple Podcasts
#51
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#139
Canada/True Crime
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#160
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#184
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#92
Ukraine/True Crime
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#133
Hong Kong/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
TSP #89 - ‘I’m a survivor’: Lawyer Behind Explosive Lawsuit Accusing JP Miller Of Rape Has No Fear + Pastor Disaster In Court This Week
Q: Why has JP Miller not been arrested for the crime that's being alleged in the civil complaint?
90% of sexual assaults don't get prosecuted, and there are complications with the statute of limitations.
TSP #89 - ‘I’m a survivor’: Lawyer Behind Explosive Lawsuit Accusing JP Miller Of Rape Has No Fear + Pastor Disaster In Court This Week
Q: How is Jane Doe doing?
Jane is doing well, but is feeling re-traumatized by the news coverage and reactions to the lawsuit.

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This podcast explores the intersections of true crime, journalism, and systemic corruption, focusing on high-profile cases and the injustices surrounding them. The hosts provide in-depth investigative reporting, aiming to give a voice to victims while exposing the flaws within the legal system and the misconduct by public figures. Notable cases discussed include the Alex Murdaugh scandal, as well as other incidents of crime and corruption across the U.S., with the intention of empowering listeners through factual storytelling and empathetic commentary. Notably, its commitment to integrity in journalism over sensationalism sets this podcast apart, positioning it as a respected source within the true crime genre.

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2. Patricia Arquette
3. Jason Clarke
4. Karl Stoller
5. Randy Hood
6. Ali Quazo
7. Regina Ward
8. Chloe Bess

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