Best Matney Podcasts (2025)

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TSP #129 - Blue Lights & Bright Spots: “Did Horry County Police Plant Drugs In Scott Spivey’s Truck?” 1:02:18

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Merry Christmas from True Sunlight! In this holiday edition, investigative journalist Mandy Matney shares unexpected jury duty experience in Beaufort County—complete with an awkward courthouse reunion with lawyer-lawmaker Todd Rutherford. Mandy reflects on the question that led to her dismissal as a juror… whether legitimate reasons exist to not st…

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COJ #160 - A Purple Christmas Gift To Mica Francis + Confronting Power, The Cost Of Truth, and Other Discovery Abuses 58:23

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In this holiday edition, investigative journalists ⁠Mandy Matney⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠Liz Farrell⁠⁠ talk with attorney⁠ Eric Bland about their Festivus grievances and the ongoing legal harassment they face in the Beach v. Parker civil conspiracy case. Eric explains how unlimited budgets enable clients to weaponize discovery processes, while Mandy and Liz discus…

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Kate Chastain is Reality TV Royalty 45:56

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From “Traitors” to “House of Villains” to “Reality Hot Seat” and my personal favorite, “Below Deck,” there isn’t a corner of the Reality TV world that Kate Chastain cannot conquer. The number one chief stew and secretive baby momma joins me to talk about attending this year’s BravoCon; representing the NFL with her new football commentary series, “…

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Conversation Rewind with Margalit Fox: Conan Doyle for the Defense 46:35

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One of the most incredible stories in true crime is the tale of Arthur Conan Doyle and how he helped free a man…who was innocent of murder. Author Margalit Fox offers us a deep dive into the characters in her book, Conan Doyle for the Defense. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4gF2…

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Ep 295: The Murders of Laura Mortimer, Ella Dalby and Libby Squire with Jodie Edith and Lisa Squire Part 2 1:03:31

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On January 31, 2019, Libby Squire, a 21-year-old university student, disappeared following a night out with friends in Kingston upon Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Libby was abducted, raped, and murdered by a sexual predator. Her killer, Pawel Relowicz, was later convicted of her rape and murder, and was charged with additional voyeurism, ou…

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TSP #128 - JP Miller (Finally) Federally Indicted & What This Means For The Justice For Mica Movement 1:22:50

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For almost 20 months, investigative journalists ⁠Mandy Matney⁠, ⁠Liz Farrell⁠ and ⁠Beth Braden⁠ have covered the Mica Francis case. They’ve filed dozens of Freedom of Information Act requests, listened to hours of recordings, gone through stacks of police reports, court documents, transcripts and text messages to piece together what the final month…

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Ep 294: The Murdaugh Murders REMASTERED: Analysing Alex Murdaugh’s Interview with South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), Part 5 42:52

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative an…

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The Ultimate Reality TV Year-End Roundup 49:14

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To close out the year, Melissa Rivers and David Yontef from Behind the Velvet Rope team up once again for a no-holds-barred reality TV year-end roundup packed with Bravo tea, pop culture buzz, and insider takes. From Teresa and Melissa’s reconciliation to Traitors, Met Gala shakeups, celebrity wedding rumors, and Cher’s love life, nothing is off li…

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Ep. 175: The Explosives Expert Who Refuses to Live a Small Life 1:09:04

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Matt Barnett grew up dreaming about explosives. At fourteen he blew up his hand, looked death in the face, and kept going. Today he is one of the most fascinating figures in the world of high explosives, working with everything from avalanche control to government agencies and major media productions. This conversation goes far beyond blowing thing…

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COJ #159 - Inside South Carolina's Supreme Court Power Grab and AG Alan Wilson's THC Witch Hunt 57:17

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Investigative journalists⁠ ⁠Mandy Matney⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠Liz Farrell⁠⁠ talk with attorney⁠ Eric Bland about South Carolina's deeply flawed judicial selection process as former House Speaker Jay Lucas—at 69 years old with no judicial experience—positions himself for John Kittredge's Supreme Court chief justice seat against experienced appellate judge John F…

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Rachel McCarthy James: Whack Job 54:22

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When Rachel McCarthy James and her father wrote their best-selling book The Man from the Train, Rachel became fascinated with axes. Were they good weapons during murders? What kind of killer used them? She wrote the story of the axe in her book Whack Job: A History of Axe Murder. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promoti…

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Ep 293: The Murders of Laura Mortimer, Ella Dalby and Libby Squire with Jodie Edith and Lisa Squire Part 1 1:08:09

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On 28 May 2018, Laura Mortimer and her 11-year-old daughter, Ella Dalby were found in a pool of blood at their house in Gloucester. Laura had 18 separate stab wounds, whilst Ella had 24. Laura clearly fought for her life and Ella witnessed some of the attack and bravely came to the help of her mother. Christopher Boon, a man with a history of viole…

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TSP #127 - “Just Being Friendly" and Other Lies Men Tell Featuring: Green Shirt Guy, Randy Webster and Alan Wilson 1:13:24

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Over the past few weeks investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have had to fight for every breath they’ve taken on account of the stress from gas station guy Greg Parker, Mark C. Moore and Debbie Barbier’s constant legal bullying and harassment. (3:30) First up on the show, the "Green Shirt Guy" Brian Stahlheber—who was charged in t…

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Ep 292: The Murdaugh Murders REMASTERED: Analysing Alex Murdaugh’s Interview with South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), Part 4 49:32

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative an…

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Susan Powter on Taking Back Her Life 54:12

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In the early 90’s, at the height of the infomercial craze, Susan Powter’s “Stop the Insanity” program of weight loss and nutrition was worth $276 million, equal to over half a billion dollars today. A new documentary from filmmaker Zeberiah Newman entitled “Stop the Insanity: Finding Susan Powter” (available Dec. 9 on Apple TV, Prime Video, and oth…

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COJ #158 - When Lawyers Face Zero Consequences And Journalists Fight For Our Right To Publish 58:52

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Investigative journalists⁠ ⁠Mandy Matney⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠Liz Farrell⁠⁠ talk with attorney⁠ Eric Bland about the coordinated harassment they're facing in the the Beach v. Parker litigation—and why it represents everything broken about South Carolina's legal accountability system. Briefly touching on former Colleton County Clerk Becky Hill pleading guilty wi…

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Dick Harpootlian: Dig Me a Grave 48:27

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Dick Harpootlian might be a name you recognize. He’s from South Carolina, and he’s one of Alex Murdaugh’s defense attorneys. He’s also been a prosecutor. And one of his most disturbing defendants was serial killer Donald “Pee Wee” Gaskins. Dick tells me the story from his book: Dig Me a Grave. Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor dea…

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Ep 291: Babur Raja Update: Back To Prison BUT... with Natalie Queiroz MBE, Part 4 45:24

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In this episode Natalie Queiroz, MBE joins Laura for an important and emotional update. Natalie shares the latest development in her case - that Raja’s open-prison status has been revoked -for now- and they dive deep into the tireless campaign Laura and Natalie are working on to stop domestic abusers and stalkers from being eligible for early open-…

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#205: The 3 Most Underrated Strategies Women Need To Grow a Business in 2026 29:25

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Wendy introduces three rarely discussed yet game-changing strategies you need to grow a consistent, soul-aligned business in 2026 and beyond. You will hear personal insights, real results, myth-busting and a refreshing approach that bypasses the noise of traditional social media tactics. Why 'Feeling Ready' Might Be Your Biggest Block: Uncover how …

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TSP #126 - Final chapter of the Boat Crash Case? Attorneys Launch “Lawfare” Campaign Against Journalists Who Exposed Alex Murdaugh 1:43:37

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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have endured a lot during the nearly seven years they’ve covered the Murdaugh family but NOTHING like what they’re experiencing now. Shortly after Mallory Beach's death, Mallory’s family filed a lawsuit in search of justice and accountability and an assurance that Parker’s Kitchen would shore u…

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Ep 290: The Murdaugh Murders REMASTERED: Analysing the Crime Scene and Law Enforcement Response, Part 3 44:40

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative an…

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Ep. 174: Inside the CIA: A Case Officer’s Untold Stories 1:25:33

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Doug Patteson spent years overseas as a CIA case officer recruiting assets, running operations, and navigating a world built on secrecy and human psychology. After leaving the agency, he brought that experience into Hollywood, advising major studios on how the intelligence world actually works. In this conversation, Doug opens up about the realitie…

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COJ #157 - Greg Parker, Parker’s Kitchen and The Abuse of Legal Processes to Harass Journalists, Critics and Everyone in Between 1:04:09

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Investigative journalists⁠ ⁠Mandy Matney⁠⁠ and⁠ ⁠Liz Farrell⁠⁠ open up to attorney⁠ Eric Bland about being targeted in the ongoing Beach v. Parker civil conspiracy litigation, where Greg Parker's legal team has made them collateral damage through aggressive subpoenas and invasive depositions. Liz describes enduring eight hours of what she calls "ha…

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Captain Kerry Navigates the Waters of Reality TV 34:12

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Captain Kerry shares his journey from a tradesperson to a successful yacht captain and reality TV star on Below Deck. He discusses the challenges of managing charter guests, the dynamics of working with a crew, and the unique experiences that come with yachting. Kerry also reflects on his personal growth, mental health struggles, and his commitment…

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Yepoka Yeebo: Anansi’s Gold 45:00

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The popular former president of Ghana was once accused of hiding gold from the West African country’s government. But it turns out that he was targeted by an audacious con artist who pulled off one of the 20th century's longest running and most spectacular frauds. Author Yepoka Yeebo tells me the story in her book: Anansi's Gold. Support this podca…

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Ep 289: Killer in the Family: Profiling the Family Annihilator with Clare Laxton 58:47

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In this episode, Laura is joined by Clare Laxton, creator and host of Killer in the Family podcast. Together, they take a deep dive into profiling family annihilators, coercive control, stalking, highlighting the risk factors to look out for, exploring how these crimes are interconnected, and often preceded by clear warning signs that are too frequ…

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Ep 288: The Murdaugh Murders REMASTERED: Analyzing Alex Murdaugh’s 911 Call, Part 2 39:21

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative an…

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TSP #125 - Our First-Ever: True Sunlight® Podcast 'Allegedly Worst Men Pageant’ Awards Show! 1:05:16

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While the FBI investigation results in JP Miller’s case remain unconfirmed, Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell, ⁠ host the first ever True Sunlight Podcast 'Allegedly Worst Men Pageant' Awards Show. Between the Weldon Boyd and Scott Spivey case in Myrtle Beach, SC to the Gilley case in Houston Texas to Alan Wilson’s failing offi…

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COJ #156 - From Victim to Justice Warrior: Jonny McCoy on Surviving Police Misconduct and His Fight Against Corruption 1:03:14

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In 2009, attorney ⁠Jonny McCoy asked a simple question: "Why are you arresting him?" That question led to his own arrest, fabricated charges, a suicide witnessed in jail, four years of malicious prosecution, and a complete mental breakdown that nearly cost him his life. Now, after years of intensive trauma treatment and a move to Denver to rebuild …

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Kelly Dodd Does the Pod 36:50

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She’s best known for her unforgettable five seasons on "The Real Housewives of Orange County", thanks to her no filter approach and those epic fight scenes that we just couldn’t get enough of. I can only be talking about Kelly Dodd. I recently caught up with the former Housewife to chat about life in 2025, which includes everything from working wit…

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Rod Sadler: Depraved Obsession 55:58

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For more than a decade, a serial killer stalked teenage boys in Michigan. Ronald Lloyd Bailey was eventually caught. But the story becomes more complicated because of Bailey’s experience at one of the state’s most respected psychiatric hospitals. Author Rod Sadler tells me the story in his book: Depraved Obsession. Support this podcast by shopping …

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Ep 287: Diving Deeper Into Alex Murdaugh’s Psychopathology with Mandy Matney, Part 19 55:58

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Laura continues her conversation with award-winning investigative journalist Mandy Matney, creator of The Murdaugh Murders podcast and executive producer of Murdaugh: Death in the Family on Hulu, where they dive deeper into Alex Murdaugh’s psychopathy and the spiders web of his coercive control. Laura and Mandy take a deeper look at the dynamics of…

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Ep 286: The Murdaugh Murders REMASTERED: The Murders of Maggie and Paul, Part 1 45:29

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative an…