Episode
Incoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
1:04:44
Published: Wed Feb 23 2022
Description
Get a rare inside look into the Murdaugh family dynamic and Alex Murdaugh’s manipulations from behind bars. In this episode, Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell share recordings of Alex Murdaugh’s jailhouse phone calls to his son Buster, brothers John Marvin and Randy, sister Lynn and sister-in-law Liz. These gripping calls reveal a supportive family that seems to be held captive by an utter narcissist who is really good at getting people to do what he wants. Listen in as John Marvin informs Alex about the fallout from Alex’s alleged crimes. Hear Buster’s take on getting recognized while gambling in Las Vegas and his warning to Alex, “I’m not saying you are, but I really hope you’re not doing anything you shouldn’t be doing in there.” And witness Alex’s desperate attempts to get his sister-in-law to put money on another inmate’s account. See more videos on the Murdaugh Murders here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPC7aLBzSFHqIz_jDachzQA And a special thank you to our sponsors: Cerebral, Hunt-A-Killer, Bannon Law Group, Nature's Highway CBD, Embark Vet, VOURI, Hello Fresh and others. The Murdaugh Murders Podcast is created by Mandy Matney and produced by Luna Shark Productions. Our Executive Writer is Liz Farrell. Advertising is curated by the talented team at AdLarge Media. Find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ https://www.instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ For current and accurate updates: Twitter.com/mandymatney Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review on Apple at the following link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murdaugh-murders-podcast/id1573560247 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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EpisodeIncoming Call From Alex Murdaugh: The Jailhouse Tapes (S01E33)
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