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. 6D AGO

    Was The Dismissal of Murdaugh Juror #785 Orchestrated?

    In this episode Impact explores the controversial dismissal of juror Myra Crosby from the high-profile Alex Murdaugh trial, shedding light on the events that led to her removal and the questions surrounding the possibility of an orchestrated plot.. 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. #TrialUpdates #LegalDrama #JusticeMatters #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #murdaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min

  2. APR 23

    Conversation with Veteran Reporter About Modern Journalism

    Discover how media distortion affects public perception of justice. Rob Rosen’s insights offer a deep dive into the realities behind media narratives and their societal impact. In today’s fast-paced media landscape, discerning the truth can be a daunting task. When I spoke with Rob Rosen, an award-winning investigative journalist, he shed light on the critical issue of media distortion, particularly in high-profile crime cases. This post will explore key takeaways from our conversation, focusing on how media shapes public opinion and the importance of seeking comprehensive narratives. Rob Rosen had over 30 years of experience in journalism, having created and served as the showrunner for the investigative true crime series "Reasonable Doubt," which has helped exonerate several wrongfully convicted individuals. His latest book, "Crimes of Omission: Distorted Justice, the Media's War on Truth," delves into how media narratives can mislead the public by selectively presenting information. 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. #MediaTruth #CrimesOfOmission #InvestigativeJournalism #RobRosen #TrueCrime 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min

  3. APR 16

    South Carolina Pastor's Son Accused of Decade-Long Captivity Crimes

    In the latest episode, Impacty dives into the chilling tale of Donnie Ray Birchfield Jr., whose alleged decade-long captivity of four individuals in Lancaster, South Carolina, has left the community reeling. What’s even more disturbing? The connections to his family and their church, raising questions about complicity and awareness. This is more than just a true crime story; it’s a deep dive into human vulnerability, exploitation, and the shocking realities many face. 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. #TrueCrime #Lancaster #ImpactOfInfluence #Podcast #HouseOfHorrors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min

  4. APR 9

    In SC Murder Conviction an Investigator Says Evidence Doesn’t Add Up

    On July 23, 2021 in a bar located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Evan Hawthorne and Larry Vaughn, were involved in an altercation that seemed to stem from a disagreement over who had worse PTSD. The next day Hawthorne would be arrested for murdering retired Rock Hill police lieutenant Larry Vaughn. Evan Hawthorne would eventually be sentenced to life in prison. Pete Skidmore, a private investigator with over 32 years of experience in criminal investigations joined Impact to discuss some of the problems he had with the investigation and the trial. Skidmore covers the key aspects of the case, including the initial altercation, the investigation process, and the critical role of video evidence. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  5. APR 8

    Deposition Drama In "Outrage" Lawsuit

    Years after Mallory Beach's tragic death in a boat crash, one lawsuit still lingers. It is the "Outrage" case against Parker's Corporation. Impact has done a few episodes on this case. In this episode the discussion revolves around attempts to get depositions that have been requested by both sides. Attorney, Matt Siembieda, joins Seton and Matt to discuss how depositions work and what bis going on in this case. 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. #TrueCrime #Investigation #CrimeStory #EvanHawthorne 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min

  6. MAR 25

    Reaction and Updates: Murdaugh, Spivey, Rose Petal & Vilardi

    Many cases Impact has covered have updates and listeners and they respond to listener and viewers comments on those episodes. Here are some of the things discussed in this episode. First up, Seton Tucker, Matt Harris and attorney Matt Siembieta address accusations made against Seton by a podcaster. Attorney Matt Siembieta and Impact discuss the importance of being present in the courtroom during a trial like the Murdaugh case . For journalists, understanding the dynamics of the courtroom not only enhances credibility but also enriches the narrative they share with the public. The Berach V Parker Outrage lawsuit has updates and we get insight to how a deposition works. Impact takes on listener complaints on how Impact covered the South Carolina Supreme Court arguments in Alex Murdaugh's appeal. There is an update on the Scott Spivey Case. The March 14th episode featuring an interview with FITSNews founder Will Folks was not without controversy. Those complaints are taken head on. There is more discussion about Becky Hill and jury tampering. Plus, an update involving some of the players in the Rose Petal Murder case. Attorney Matt Siembieda is a graduate of Penn school of Law and a profesor at Temple Law School. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min

  7. MAR 20

    SC Woman Convicted of Murdering 4 Family Members, Her Attorney Speaks Out

    In the fall of 2015 4 people were found murdered in a mobile home. The victims, all from the same family, were stabbed to death and then shot. The scene was brutal. Amy Vilardi, a member of the same family, made the 911 call alerting authorities to the crime. No arrests were made. Almost eight years later, Amy and Ross Vilardi were arrested for the murders. February 27, 2026, Amy Vilardi was found guilty of the murders and sentenced to four consecutive life sentences. Lori Murray was her defense attorney. Lori joined Impact to discuss why she was stunned by the verdict and she broke down what she believes were flaws in the prosecution's case. 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 Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at SHOPIFY DOT COM SLASH ioi Legal defense, criminal trial, evidence analysis, jury selection, case strategy, forensic evidence, DNA, social media, legal appeal, courtroom tactics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m

  8. MAR 17

    Replay, Arrest in Ohio Double Murder of Tepe Couple & Conversation with Profiler

    Dec 30, Spencer and Monique Tepe were found dead in their home. Their two young children were home but unharmed. There was no sign of a robbery or a break in. The Columbus Police Department was tight lipped and the speculation became intense. January 10, an arrest was made of Monique's ex-husband, Michael David McKee. McKee is a vascular surgeon near Chicago. Bo Barton joined Impact prior to the arrests to discuss profiling this type of case. Barton worked for years with the South Carolina Law Enforcement division in various roles including as a homicide detective. Barton became a certified profiler and at the time he was one of only 108 certified profilers on the planet. 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 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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