Episode
MMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
55:58
Published: Wed Mar 22 2023
Description
Eight years after 19-year-old Stephen Smith’s body was found on a rural South Carolina road, investigators are finally saying the thing his family has known all along: He was not killed in a hit-and-run... STEPHEN WAS MURDERED. MMP co-hosts Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell talk to Stephen’s mother Sandy Smith about the latest developments in one of the most heart-breaking cases connected to convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh and his family. And we share key moments from Eric Bland (Co-host of our Cup Of Justice podcast) and partner Ronnie Richter's press conference announcing their representation of Sandy Smith. To learn more about the planned Independent Exhumation and Autopsy for Stephen, click here: http://bit.ly/3JGacec A private medical examiner must be present from the start of the exhumation through the examination period at a cost of approximately $750 per hour. It is a huge expense, but we are hoping that with your support we can make this happen and finally get the answers we need. If you can give, we thank you for your generosity. If you cannot give, we would appreciate you sharing and praying for justice for Stephen. 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
After eight years, Stephen Smith's case will now be properly investigated as a murder, with permission given by Chief Mark Keel of SLED to make the announcement, following the upcoming Beaufort trial on the death of Mallory Beach.
00:00 - 08:24 (08:24)
Summary
After eight years, Stephen Smith's case will now be properly investigated as a murder, with permission given by Chief Mark Keel of SLED to make the announcement, following the upcoming Beaufort trial on the death of Mallory Beach.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
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.
08:24 - 17:59 (09:35)
Summary
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.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
This is a story about the quest for justice of a family whose son, Stephen Smith, died in unclear circumstances.
17:59 - 23:50 (05:50)
Summary
This is a story about the quest for justice of a family whose son, Stephen Smith, died in unclear circumstances. Following the trail of money and corruption, the podcast uncovers the difficulties that people encounter when trying to investigate a case that may involve powerful interests.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
A new investigation has been launched into the death of Stephen Smith, with a team of experts being hired to take a fresh look and potentially conduct a new autopsy to yield a different conclusion.
23:50 - 29:05 (05:15)
Summary
A new investigation has been launched into the death of Stephen Smith, with a team of experts being hired to take a fresh look and potentially conduct a new autopsy to yield a different conclusion. The objective is to find real answers to the questions that still persist surrounding Stephen's death.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Sandy receives an agreement from the Savage Law Firm, together with copies of Freedom of Information Act requests.
29:05 - 37:28 (08:22)
Summary
Sandy receives an agreement from the Savage Law Firm, together with copies of Freedom of Information Act requests. Andy Savage's private investigator's belief that the Murdochs were not involved in the Steven Smith case was publicized without Andy speaking to Sandy first.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
A mother's attempt of informing law enforcement about potential corruption in the case of her son's death has turned into a case of malicious defamation of character, leading to amplified voices from bots, trolls and the Murdoch followers.
37:28 - 43:04 (05:36)
Summary
A mother's attempt of informing law enforcement about potential corruption in the case of her son's death has turned into a case of malicious defamation of character, leading to amplified voices from bots, trolls and the Murdoch followers.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
A woman following the case of a murdered man named Buster reported that true crime influencers are masquerading as reporters and allegedly following Buster and his girlfriend, causing distress.
43:04 - 47:39 (04:35)
Summary
A woman following the case of a murdered man named Buster reported that true crime influencers are masquerading as reporters and allegedly following Buster and his girlfriend, causing distress. One of these alleged influencers has been reported for posting threatening messages online about Buster.
EpisodeMMP #85: Who Murdered Stephen Smith? Part Seven: Stephen Smith’s Death Now Officially A Homicide
PodcastMurdaugh Murders Podcast
Family members and community members in Hampton County are determined to seek justice for Steven Smith, who was killed in a suspected case of racial violence.
47:39 - 55:04 (07:24)
Summary
Family members and community members in Hampton County are determined to seek justice for Steven Smith, who was killed in a suspected case of racial violence. They are pushing for a new pathology report and new investigation, taking the help of SLED, and hope that a new report will help in nailing the guilty.