EPISODE · Nov 21, 2025 · 1H 37M
A Trail of Questions Remain in the Wake of Alex Murdaugh's Conviction
from Murdaugh Murders: STS Files · host Joel Waldman
The Alex Murdaugh Conviction brought a dramatic chapter of the Murdaugh saga to a close—but major questions remain. In this episode, we take a closer look at the Alex Murdaugh Conviction, the evidence and testimony that led to his guilty verdict, and the unanswered questions that continue to surround the case. What does the Alex Murdaugh Conviction settle, and what questions remain about the murders, the investigation, and everything that happened along the way? Key Points: The evidence that led to Alex Murdaugh’s conviction Key testimony and courtroom revelations The unanswered questions surrounding the case The investigation into the deaths of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh The financial crimes and scandals tied to Murdaugh What the conviction means for the broader Murdaugh saga Why questions about the case continue after the verdict The Alex Murdaugh Conviction remains a major story in true crime news, with the case continuing to spark debate and scrutiny. We examine the known facts, courtroom evidence, unanswered questions, and competing claims while separating confirmed information from speculation. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, cold cases, and real crime stories, with in-depth coverage of the cases that continue to make headlines. #STSNation, Welcome to another episode of Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of True Crime… Alex Murdaugh went from prominent attorney to convicted killer … And now there are growing list of questions left in his wake … Will Stephen Smith’s death be solved? Will Buster Murdaugh be given his privacy? And so much more … #BestGuests: Hampton County native Michael M. DeWitt Jr. is multiple-award-winning journalist and longtime editor of the 143-year-old The Hampton County Guardian. DeWitt’s boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Murdaugh crime saga has been published in print and online around Gannett’s nationwide USA TODAY Network, and he has appeared on ABC’s 20/20, CBS’s 48 Hours, Dateline NBC, and Netflix documentaries to discuss the case. Sarah Ford has served as Legal Director at the South Carolina Victim Assistance Network since 2017, where she leads a team of attorneys and advocates to provide direct legal services to South Carolina crime victims. She is a former South Carolina prosecutor.and Hosts Palmetto Primetime with our next guest Mandy Powers Norrell is an American lawyer, politician and former Democratic member of the South Carolina House of Representatives. Norrell formerly represented House District 44, which comprises the southern portion of Lancaster County. She is a former prosecutor with a focus on crimes against women and children. Steven Peterson was a Senior Special Agent (SSA) of the United States Department of Justice, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for nearly three decades and at the time ofhis retirement was the most senior DEA street agent in the world. He is now a South Carolina private investigator working for Steven Smith family. He was just featured in the Netflix series about the Murdaugh murders. Support STS by joining our channel membership or become a patron: Patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor #truecrime #alexmurdaugh #murdaugh #truestory #truecrimecommunity #news #podcast #murdermystery #trial #crime_news #jury #southcarolina #AlexMurdaughTrial #StephenSmith #BusterMurdaugh Surviving the Survivor is the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime and is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. STS covers the biggest trending true crime cases along with breaking news. You can also find us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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#STSNation, Welcome to another episode of Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of True Crime… Alex Murdaugh went from prominent attorney to convicted killer … And now there are growing list of questions left in his wake … Will Stephen Smith's death be solved? Will Buster Murdaugh be given his privacy? And so much more … #BestGuests: Hampton County native Michael M. DeWitt Jr. is multiple-award-winning journalist and longtime editor of the 143-year-old The Hampton County Guardian. DeWitt's boots-on-the-ground coverage of the Murdaugh crime saga has been published in print and online around Gannett's nationwide USA TODAY Network, and he has appeared on ABC's 20/20, CBS's 48 Hours, Dateline NBC, and Netflix documentaries to discuss the case. Sarah Ford has served as Legal Director at the South Carolina Victim Assistance Network since 2017, where she leads a team of attorneys and advocates to provide direct legal services to South Carolina crime victims. She is a former South Carolina prosecutor.and Hosts Palmetto Primetime with our next guest Mandy Powers Norrell is an American lawyer, politician and former Democratic member of the South Carolina House of Representatives. Norrell formerly represented House District 44, which comprises the southern portion of Lancaster County. She is a former prosecutor with a focus on crimes against women and children. Steven Peterson was a Senior Special Agent (SSA) of the United States Department of Justice, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for nearly three decades and at the time ofhis retirement was the most senior DEA street agent in the world. He is now a South Carolina private investigator working for Steven Smith family. He was just featured in the Netflix series about the Murdaugh murders. Support STS by joining our channel membership or become a patron: Patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivor #truecrime #alexmurdaugh #murdaugh #truestory #truecrimecommunity #news #podcast #murdermystery #trial #crime_news #jury #southcarolina #AlexMurdaughTrial #StephenSmith #BusterMurdaugh
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