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Journalistic Integrity and Reporting on Stephen Smith
08:24 - 17:59 (09:35)
The discussion between Mandy and Liz reflects on how their journalistic integrity has been attacked on social media and the press for repeatedly reporting on Stephen Smith and his case, and how this led to a conversation with Eric Allen acknowledging their responsibility in their reporting.
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The investigation into the death of Stephen Smith caused controversy among journalists and compromised the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
08:24 - 14:29 (06:04)
Summary
The investigation into the death of Stephen Smith caused controversy among journalists and compromised the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The diligent coverage by reporters Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell brought attention to the case for years, despite facing attacks on their journalistic integrity.
ChapterJournalistic Integrity and Reporting on Stephen Smith
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
After 8 years of fighting, Sandy Melgar finally hears officials say that her husband, Stephen Smith, was murdered.
14:29 - 16:27 (01:58)
Summary
After 8 years of fighting, Sandy Melgar finally hears officials say that her husband, Stephen Smith, was murdered. Despite being dismissed and harassed, she is relieved that the investigation is now heading towards justice and the truth.
ChapterJournalistic Integrity and Reporting on Stephen Smith
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
An update on Stephen Smith's case reveals that more than $83,000 has been raised for his independent exhumation and autopsy and the fundraiser is a real show of force.
16:27 - 17:59 (01:32)
Summary
An update on Stephen Smith's case reveals that more than $83,000 has been raised for his independent exhumation and autopsy and the fundraiser is a real show of force. The case has weighed heavily on the podcast hosts due to the cruelty of Stephen's death.