Impact of Influence: The Murdaugh Family Murders and Other Cases

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The Murdaugh family was one of South Carolina's most powerful legal families. Three generations of Murdaughs held the position of solicitor in the lowcountry for almost one hundred years. In February of 2019 a boat crash killed 19 year old Mallory Beach. Paul Murdaugh, the son of prominent SC attorney, Alex Murdaugh, was charged with three felony counts of boating under the influence, including causing the death of Mallory Beach. June 7, 2021 Alex Murdaugh found his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, brutally murdered, shot to death on their property known as Moselle. On March 2, 2023 Alex was convicted of murdering Maggie and Paul. Between the murders and the convictions many other crimes came to light. No one could have expected the twists and turns the story has taken and it is not finished. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris started the Impact of Influence podcast soon after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. You may have seen them talking about the Murdaugh saga on CourtTV, Murdaugh documentaries on Oxygen and Fox Nation and episodes on American Greed and Nancy Grace. Seton and Matt continue updating the Murdaugh story and are now covering other crimes that have occurred throughout the Southeast. Impact of Influence is now a Youtube channel You can find them on their Impact of Influence FB page or Mattharrispodcast@gmail.com

  1. 2d ago

    Rose Petal Murder Appeal Moves On With New Accusations Against Prosecutors

    Investigative journalist Jenn Wood (Fitsnews) and law professor Matt Siembieda unpack the latest filings in the Zachary Hughes case, including the trial judge’s limits on evidence about Christina Parcell and the defense’s effort to seek a new trial. They weigh what prosecutors knew, and what Hughes knew at the time of the killing The Professor, Matt Siembieda, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and a law professor at Temple University, bringing legal insight and analysis to the discussion. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime, past and present, from the Southeast region of the U.S. #ZacharyHughes, #ChristinaParcell, #fitsnews, #SouthCarolinacriminallaw, #evidentiaryhearing, #rosepetalmurder Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and YouTube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Make sure you mention IOI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  3. Oct 22

    Murdaugh Emergency Hearing Recap: The Professor Breaks It Down

    In this episode, IOI recaps the latest court proceedings in preparation for the retrial of Alex Murduagh. Matt Siembieda, the professor, breaks down the rulings on DNA testing, balisistics, and more. Plus, Judge McCaslin scolds the attorneys. The Professor, Matt Siembieda, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and a law professor at Temple University, bringing legal insight and analysis to the discussion. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime, past and present, from the Southeast region of the U.S. #Alec Murdaugh #legalcase, #trial #DNA, #ballistics, #Murdaughcase, #legal strategy #truecrime #trialtactics Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and YouTube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Make sure you mention IOI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Oct 12

    Flurry of Filings: What's at Stake in Friday's Murdaugh Hearing

    In this episode, law professor Matt Siembieda joins Impact of Influence to break down what's at stake in Friday's Alex Murdaugh status conference. IOI explores the flurry of filings that have been filed by both the prosecution and defense leading into Friday's hearing. The Professor, Matt Siembieda, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and a law professor at Temple University, bringing legal insight and analysis to the discussion. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime, past and present, from the Southeast region of the U.S. #Alec Murdaugh #legalcase, #trial #DNA, #ballistics, #grandjury #Murdaughcase, #grandjury #legal strategy #truecrime Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and YouTube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Make sure you mention IOI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Oct 6

    The Rose Petal Murder: A New Trial On The Horizon?

    In this episode, we revisit the Rose Petal Murder case with Troy Styles of Blunt Force Media to discuss significant new developments that could reshape the case. In February 2025, after brief deliberations, a Greenville County jury convicted Zachary Hughes of the October 2021 murder of Christina Parcell. Hughes was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The case has now been remanded to the circuit court, where a judge will determine whether newly discovered evidence, following the victim's fiancé's recent guilty plea, warrants a new trial. Hughes' direct appeal has been placed on hold pending that decision. One of the issues raised on appeal is Hughes' claim that he was not permitted to present a complete defense at trial. Hughes has maintained that he killed Parcell to protect her minor daughter from what he believed was ongoing sexual abuse.  Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime, past and present, from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and YouTube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns #Legal case, #courtroom performance, #conspiracy, #murder trial, # legal analysis, Z#achary Hughes, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Oct 5

    Murdaugh Retrial: What The Greg Alexander Factor Means Legally

    In this episode, law professor Matt Siembieda joins Impact of Influence to break down the latest developments involving Yemassee Police Chief Greg Alexander and what they could mean for Alex Murdaugh’s upcoming murder retrial. The Professor, Matt Siembieda, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and a law professor at Temple University, bringing legal insight and analysis to the discussion. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime, past and present, from the Southeast region of the U.S. #MurdaughTrial #LegalAnalysis #TrueCrimeCommunity #CourtroomDrama #ImpactOfInfluence Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and YouTube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Make sure you mention IOI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Sep 30

    Yemassee Chief Gregory Alexander: and The Murdaugh Weapons Mystery

    In this episode, IOI is joined by Jenn Wood of FitsNews to discuss her reporting on the latest developments in the Alex Murdaugh case, including DNA analysis, and cell phone data. The bigger story is about potential law enforcement involvement and cover up in the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. https://www.fitsnews.com Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcasting Network Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and please subscribe to the Impact Youtube Channel Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day return Make sure you mention Impact of Influence Never pay full price again. Go to fromrebel.com — F-R-O-M-R-E-B-E-L dot com — home, baby, outdoor, and more, all at up to 70% off the brands you already love #MurdaughCase #TrueCrime #SouthCarolinaNews #FitsNews #TrueCrimeCommunity #Murdaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Sep 25

    Murdaugh Venue Change, Buster's Defamation Case & More With Lawyer Lori

    In this episode, IOI explores the latest developments in South Carolina legal cases, including the Murdaugh retrial, venue changes, and Buster's defamation lawsuit, along with some colorful local stories with Lawyer Lori. You can find attorney Lori Murray on all the socials; look for Lawyer Lori. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcasting Network Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and please subscribe to the Impact Youtube Channel Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day return Never pay full price again. Go to fromrebel.com — F-R-O-M-R-E-B-E-L dot com — home, baby, outdoor, and more, all at up to 70% off the brands you already love #LawyerLori #SouthCarolinaNews #LocalPolitics #ChapinSC #ShitShowSC #murdaugh #alexmurdaugh #defamation #bustermurdaugh #netflixlawsuit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Murdaugh family was one of South Carolina's most powerful legal families. Three generations of Murdaughs held the position of solicitor in the lowcountry for almost one hundred years. In February of 2019 a boat crash killed 19 year old Mallory Beach. Paul Murdaugh, the son of prominent SC attorney, Alex Murdaugh, was charged with three felony counts of boating under the influence, including causing the death of Mallory Beach. June 7, 2021 Alex Murdaugh found his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul, brutally murdered, shot to death on their property known as Moselle. On March 2, 2023 Alex was convicted of murdering Maggie and Paul. Between the murders and the convictions many other crimes came to light. No one could have expected the twists and turns the story has taken and it is not finished. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris started the Impact of Influence podcast soon after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. You may have seen them talking about the Murdaugh saga on CourtTV, Murdaugh documentaries on Oxygen and Fox Nation and episodes on American Greed and Nancy Grace. Seton and Matt continue updating the Murdaugh story and are now covering other crimes that have occurred throughout the Southeast. Impact of Influence is now a Youtube channel You can find them on their Impact of Influence FB page or Mattharrispodcast@gmail.com

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