Episode
MMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
56:31
Published: Wed Apr 12 2023
Description
In this 88th episode, Co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrel unpack Russell Laffitte’s latest attempt to get a do-over in federal court. They also take a step back to look at the bigger picture of how convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh used Eddie Smith to do his bidding and then threw him under the bus in an effort to escape consequence. Now, Eddie is caught between the state of South Carolina and its two-tiered justice system that continues to treat the powerful much differently. You can still find a link to the Green Squares we are using here: MurdaughMurdersPodcast.com/stephen. We encourage you to share JusticeForStephen.com and [email protected] in your twitter, facebook, instagram tik tok or posts on other platforms. To learn more about the Independent Exhumation, Autopsy and Investigation for Stephen, click here: http://bit.ly/3JGacec We believe 2023 is Stephen's year. Thank you all again for the love and support. We all want to drink from the same Cup Of Justice — and it starts with learning about our legal system. By popular demand, Cup of Justice has launched as its own weekly show. Go to cupofjusticepod.com to learn more or click the link in the episode description to get a hot cup of justice wherever you get your podcasts! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cup-of-justice/id1668668400 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Itp67SQTZEHQGgrX0TYTl?si=39ff6a0cc34140f3 Consider joining our MMP Premium Membership community to help us SHINE THE SUNLIGHT! CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE SUNscribe to our free email list to get alerts on bonus episodes, calls to action, new shows and updates. CLICK HERE to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KBMJcP And a special thank you to our sponsors: Microdose.com, PELOTON, Simplisafe, and others. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer! Find us on social media: Facebook.com/MurdaughPod/ Instagram.com/murdaughmurderspod/ Twitter.com/mandymatney Twitter.com/elizfarrell YouTube.com/c/MurdaughMurders Support Our Podcast at: https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/support-the-show Please consider sharing your support by leaving a review for MMP 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
Chapters
The podcast host shares a mental health crisis hotline and expresses appreciation for listeners who have been with the podcast since its inception or who have binged its 80+ episodes since the trial.
00:00 - 02:47 (02:47)
Summary
The podcast host shares a mental health crisis hotline and expresses appreciation for listeners who have been with the podcast since its inception or who have binged its 80+ episodes since the trial.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Russell's second motion for a new trial was denied by Judge Richard Gergel.
02:47 - 09:47 (06:59)
Summary
Russell's second motion for a new trial was denied by Judge Richard Gergel. The motion was based on Elick Murdoch's murder trial testimony which Russell used as evidence to argue his innocence, and an argument that he deserved a second chance at trial.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Russell's second team of attorneys argued for ineffective counsel which further irritated the judge.
09:47 - 17:18 (07:31)
Summary
Russell's second team of attorneys argued for ineffective counsel which further irritated the judge. Russell's defense team also pointed out that the government's argument on the discovery of new testimony was not sufficient.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
The transcript discusses Eddie Smith's connection to Alec Murdoch and the timeline of the investigation into the Murdaugh family murders.
17:22 - 26:00 (08:37)
Summary
The transcript discusses Eddie Smith's connection to Alec Murdoch and the timeline of the investigation into the Murdaugh family murders. Despite potential reluctance from witnesses to speak out against the family, new information continues to come out.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
The investigation into a crime scene raises questions after inconsistencies were found in the evidence presented by the defendant and the evidence collected by law enforcement.
26:00 - 34:12 (08:12)
Summary
The investigation into a crime scene raises questions after inconsistencies were found in the evidence presented by the defendant and the evidence collected by law enforcement.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Eddie was arrested and charged with assisting suicide, assault and battery, pointing and presenting a firearm, insurance fraud, and conspiring to commit insurance fraud.
39:16 - 44:35 (05:19)
Summary
Eddie was arrested and charged with assisting suicide, assault and battery, pointing and presenting a firearm, insurance fraud, and conspiring to commit insurance fraud. The existence of the alleged multi-million dollar insurance policy has not been proven, despite claims made by T. Murdoch.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Eddie Smith, who has been indicted on more than 20 charges including abusing his position of power, has now cooperated with law enforcement in revealing the location of the gun used in the roadside incident.
44:35 - 52:03 (07:28)
Summary
Eddie Smith, who has been indicted on more than 20 charges including abusing his position of power, has now cooperated with law enforcement in revealing the location of the gun used in the roadside incident. This information suggests that many of the charges against him should be questioned and possibly dropped given the reliance on the word of a convicted liar.
EpisodeMMP #88: Alex Murdaugh’s Pawn: Eddie Smith Is Out of Jail But Still Caught in the Middle
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
This podcast episode discusses the importance of correcting mistakes in the justice system, specifically in the case of Eddie's insurance fraud charge, to ensure justice for innocent victims and defendants who cannot afford to pay their way out of trouble.
52:03 - 54:14 (02:11)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the importance of correcting mistakes in the justice system, specifically in the case of Eddie's insurance fraud charge, to ensure justice for innocent victims and defendants who cannot afford to pay their way out of trouble. It emphasizes the need for change in South Carolina and beyond, and questions the inconsistency of the Attorney General's office.