Cup of Justice Episodes
COJ #11: Days of Bowing at the Altar of the Good Ole Boys Are Over

COJ #11: Days of Bowing at the Altar of the Good Ole Boys Are Over

*Originally Published As Bonus to Murdaugh Murders Podcast, December 2022.In this first part of a two-part episode, Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and everyone’s favorite attorney Eric Bland talk about the suspicious circumstances surrounding Alex Murdaugh’s one big case as a lead prosecutor; the untouchable “retired” judges who are reluctant to give up the power (and money) that come with the black robes; and the time Eric had to go to Circuit City to buy something to place at the altar of Dick Harpootlian.As we revisit the ONE CASE Alex tried as a lead prosecutor — the Emmanuel Buckner case in 2019 – we talk in depth about that in episode 73 of Murdaugh Murders Podcast. If you haven’t listened to that one yet, we recommend you start there.We also got some really good perspective from Eric on what it is really like out there for young attorneys in South Carolina who weren’t born with the last name Murdaugh.Enjoy the show and join us for part two on Wednesday!We all want to drink …

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COJ #10: Dick and Jim Win the Headline Game In Murder Hearing But What Really Happened?

COJ #10: Dick and Jim Win the Headline Game In Murder Hearing But What Really Happened?

*Originally Published As Bonus to Murdaugh Murders Podcast, December 2022.After hosting another spirited live-chat of Alex Murdaugh’s latest pretrial hearing in the double-murder case, Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland break down the most interesting — and most irritating — moments of Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin’s efforts to shape the narrative surrounding the state’s evidence against Alex.In the meantime, an unshackled Alex had a good old time for himself in the courtroom, laughing and flirting with those around him.Click here to view the hearing with comments: https://bit.ly/3UUH05pWe all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we’ll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes.Listen to the show that started it all: the Murdaugh Murders Podcast wherever you get your pods.Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership com…

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COJ #9: The Vultures Are Circling But Will Russell Laffitte Be Found Guilty?

COJ #9: The Vultures Are Circling But Will Russell Laffitte Be Found Guilty?

*Originally Published As Bonus to Murdaugh Murders Podcast, November 2022.Russell Laffitte finally takes the stand, admitting that he “unintentionally” stole money on behalf of Alex Murdaugh.Will Russell’s insistence that Alex tricked him resonate with the jury? Did Russell’s father and sister just implicate themselves in federal crimes while trying to defend Russell?Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland are together again to talk about one of the craziest trials they have ever seen.We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we’ll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes.Listen to the show that started it all: the Murdaugh Murders Podcast wherever you get your pods.Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe to our free em…

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COJ #8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial

COJ #8: Big Moments and Bad Ideas: Week One of the Russell Laffitte Trial

*Originally Published As Bonus to Murdaugh Murders Podcast, November 2022.Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland meet up in Charleston to share their thoughts on who the winners and losers are so far in Russell Laffitte’s federal trial. They also check in with South Carolina Rep. Justin Bamberg — who is fresh off his re-election victory — to talk about Russell’s bizarre decision to proclaim his innocence on YouTube three days before his trial began.Russell TV aka Russell’s public pleas of innocence can be found here: https://bit.ly/3G2iZpoWe all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we’ll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes.Listen to the show that started it all: the Murdaugh Murders Podcast wherever you get your pods.Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn…

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COJ #7: The Truth Behind True Crime Documentaries Plus Russell’s Revenge

COJ #7: The Truth Behind True Crime Documentaries Plus Russell’s Revenge

*Originally Published As Bonus to Murdaugh Murders Podcast, November 2022.Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland get real about the dark world of true-crime documentaries in light of the new HBO Max series focused on this sordid saga and what it’s like when Hollywood descends on your neck of the woods. Plus our hosts ponder some recent inaction and actions surrounding Judge Carmen Mullen and Russel Laffitte respectively.We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we’ll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes.Listen to the show that started it all: the Murdaugh Murders Podcast wherever you get your pods.Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOESUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new sho…

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COJ #6: Leading Up To The War

COJ #6: Leading Up To The War

*Originally Published As Bonus to Murdaugh Murders Podcast, October 2022.Could Judge Carmen Mullen’s interference in a police matter have led to kidnapping charges? Why is Alex Murdaugh waiving his right to appear at all future pre-trial hearings in his murder case?And what was the “actual” reason Dick and Jim wanted to have that latest hearing?There’s a war coming and Mandy Matney, Liz Farrell and Eric Bland are getting ready. Join them as they discuss what’s happening inside the courtroom — and outside of it — in the lead up to Alex Murdaugh’s murder trial.We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. What questions do y’all have for us? Email [email protected] and we’ll do our best to answer your questions in these bonus episodes.Listen to the show that started it all: the Murdaugh Murders Podcast wherever you get your pods.Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! …

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