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EPISODE · Jan 11, 2026 · 1H 1M

Michael and Alex Smith

from Crime Curious · host Crime Curious Podcast

When 23‑year‑old Susan Smith tearfully told police that a stranger had carjacked her vehicle with her two sons still inside, the nation rallied behind her. For nine days, her emotional pleas dominated headlines and sparked a massive manhunt across South Carolina. But as inconsistencies in her story emerged, investigators began to suspect that the real story was far darker than anyone imagined. Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon Want to just donate to the show? You can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell Beyond all reason: My life with Susan Smith by: David Smith with Carol Calef 30 years after Susan Smith: A look back at the 9 days that changed South Carolina Susan Smith denied parole 30 years after killing her 2 sons - ABC News https://abcnews.go.com/US/susan-smith-front-parole-board-30-years-after/story?id=116043423 Susan Smith - Wikipedia Susan Smith's Ex-Husband Says He Doesn't Want Her Released On Parole Where Is Susan Smith Now? Inside Her Life in Prison After Drowning Her Sons

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