True Crime With Morty

TJ Greenwood

Welcome to True Crime with Morty...a Podcast hosted by a Criminologist, TJ, and her dog, Morty. TJ has a law degree, a MSc in Criminology and forensic psychology, and used to work in criminal law. She is bringing her true crime nerd knowledge to the internet to chat with fellow true crime sleuths and finally get over her fear of public speaking. Morty is a Golden Retriever and Saluki cross who interrupts the recording sessions with random yet important barks. Each week we will be doing deep dives on murders and mysteries from the around the world. Every case we cover will be discussed across multiple episodes so please consider subscribing and thanks for listening.

Episodes

  1. Aug 18

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...  The final episode of this series covers the aftermath of Michael's trial and a deep dive on RFK Jnr's theory on the case. Chapters: 01:59 Sheridan Spills the Tea 08:12 Michael's Appeal 15:52 TJ VS RFK jnr 27:20 The Bronx Boys Theory 31:35 RFK Jnr vs Logic 35:23 Debunking the Bronx Boys Theory 01:00:11 Spin Doctors 01:19:23 The Great Gatsby Sources: Trail of Guilt, Dominick Dunne, Vanity Fair October 2000. American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich: The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominick Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley Murder by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. Unsolved Mysteries Season 8 Episode 11 'Murder in Conneticut' segment. Rushton Skakel Article. Ask Not by Maureen Callahan (Not used for research but a quote mentioned). Framed by Robert Francis Kennedy Jnr (mentioned). https://www.nytimes.com/2003/01/07/nyregion/rushton-skakel-is-dead-at-79-father-of-killer.html The Podcast RFK Quote Theo Von's podcast This Past Weekend (episode aired February 12, 2026) RFK Jnr on Vaccines https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/how-rfk-jr-is-systematically-undermining-vaccines-around-the-world/ RFK jnr on vaccines for Black Americans  https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/05/rfk-jr-hearing-black-people-immune-systems RFK jnr on Mental Health https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2025/04/rfk-wellness-farms-mental-health/682293/ RFK Jnr endorses Raw Milk https://www.news-medical.net/news/20250129/Led-by-RFK-Jr-conservatives-embrace-raw-milk-Regulators-say-its-dangerous.aspx RFK Sewage Swim https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/13/rfk-jr-swim-rock-creek-washington-dc RFK's claims about Tylenol, Circumcision and Autism https://cen.acs.org/policy/RFK-Jrs-claim-Tylenol-causes/103/web/2025/09 https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/rfk-jr-cites-truly-appalling-studies-to-tie-autism-to-circumcision-and/ Rise in Measles cases in America https://publichealth.jhu.edu/ivac/2025/us-measles-cases-hit-highest-level-since-declared-eliminated-in-2000 Kid Rock and RFK in '2 men 1 milk' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cybrauiga0w Caroline Kennedy calls out RFK jnr (She refers to him as 'a predator' I misquoted that as 'Monster'. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jan/28/caroline-kennedy-rfk-letter Rumour that Musk rigged the election (I included this as a joke but there is an investigation in Wisconsin.) https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/did-donald-trump-just-admit-elon-musk-rigged-the-us-election-conspiracy-theory-explained/ar-AA1xx1V4 https://www.newsnationnow.com/politics/elon-musk-testify-election-million-austin/ https://www.mandatory.com/news/1777692-elon-musk-ex-ashley-st-clair-allegations-2024-election-role Musk alleged Ketamine use https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mind-of-a-collector/202503/elon-musk-and-ketamine-a-dose-of-science The Kennedy Family vs Donald Trump https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/every-kennedy-family-members-reaction-to-kennedy-center-being-renamed/ https://edition.cnn.com/2024/08/26/politics/kfile-rfk-jr-trump-endorsement Gitano 'Tony' Bryant offences https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdfl/pr/south-florida-tobacco-importer-sentenced-seven-years-prison-violating-probation-and

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  2. Aug 11

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...  This episode covers the trial of Michael Skakel in 2002, 27 years after Martha was killed. Chapters: 00:00 The East Coast OJ 02:12 The Grand Jury Process 09:03 The Challenge of Prosecution Without Forensic Evidence 12:22 Witness Credibility 16:22 Robert F Kennedy Jnr lies...again... 18:29 Prosecution witnesses 21:03 The Trial of Ken Littleton 24:49 Michael's Defense Begins 31:26 Establishing Michael's Alibi 37:05 The Role of the Kennedy Family 41:42 Final Arguments 49:06 The Sentencing: Justice for Martha   Sources: Trail of Guilt, Dominick Dunne, Vanity Fair October 2000. American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominick Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. Unsolved Mysteries Season 8 Episode 11 'Murder in Conneticut' segment.

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  3. Feb 10

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...  This episode explores the complex relationships between the Kennedy and Skakel families and Michael Skakel's tell-all book about the Kennedys. This book led to his arrest for murder. Chapters 00:00 The Marriage of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Skakel 02:03 The Kennedy-Skakel Family Dynamics 12:23 Michael Skakel's Tell-All and Its Consequences 21:44 The Memoir Tapes: The Night Martha Died 31:22 Frank assessment of the memoir tapes Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominick Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. Unsolved Mysteries Season 8 Episode 11 'Murder in Conneticut' segment.

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  4. Jan 30

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...  This conversation examines the evidence implicating Michael Skakel. Exploring various confessions, witness testimonies, and events leading up to the crime. It highlights the inconsistencies in Michael's accounts, the credibility of the witnesses, and the potential motive... Viewer discretion advised. Chapters 00:00 The Unpublished Memoir 01:45 Author, Author 05:41 The Bombshell Revelation 07:22 Mark has a theory... 10:03 The Pressure on Frank Garr 18:37 The Role of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 23:40 Examining the Evidence Against Michael Skakel 29:00 The Jeans and Hair Evidence 40:21 Michael's Violent Behavior and Its Implications 44:46 The Bridge Incident and Fear of Retribution 48:13 Michael's Early Psychological Struggles 51:02 The Troubling Environment of Elan 54:41 Accusations and Confessions at Elan 01:16:25 The Sutton Associates Report Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominick Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. Unsolved Mysteries Season 8 Episode 11 'Murder in Conneticut' segment. https://archive.vanityfair.com/authors/dominick-dunne

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  5. 08/03/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...  This conversation examines the parallel investigations of the cold case team, working for the State Attorney, and the private investigators, Sutton Associates, in the mid 90s. The involvement of Author Dominick Dunne and controversial figure Mark Furhman in publicising Martha's case and the tips received when Detective Frank Garr appearing on the popular TV Show Unsolved Mysteries. It details how each investigation starts to point towards the same person and the bombshell revelations given by two key suspects during interviews confirm what the police have long suspected… that a Skakel killed Martha Moxley… Viewer discretion advised. Chapters 00:00 The press conference and indictment 02:17 Jack Solomon's Obsession and Theories 05:30 The failed sting operation 11:17 Dominick Dunne researches Martha's case 14:06 The Mystery on Walsh's brain 18:07 Brentwood to Greenwich, The Mark Furhman Story 22:41 The 20th anniversary of Martha's death 26:54 Martha knew her killer 32:43 Where was Micheal... 44:04 Unsolved Mysteries Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominick Dunne Another City, not my own by Dominck Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. Unsolved Mysteries Season 8 Episode 11 'Murder in Conneticut' segment. Without a doubt by Marcia Clark https://archive.vanityfair.com/authors/dominick-dunne

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  6. 07/24/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...   This conversation examines the parallel investigations of the cold case team, working for the State Attorney, and the private investigators, Sutton Associates, in the early 90s. It details how each investigation starts to point towards the same person and the bombshell revelations given by two key suspects during interviews confirm what the police have long suspected… that a Skakel killed Martha Moxley... Viewer discretion advised. Chapters 00:00 The car crash that changed everything 01:52 The cold case 09:44 The Godfather of Forensics 13:52 The Sutton Associates 19:12 Tommy changes his story 24:22 Michael changes his story Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. https://www.newhaven.edu/faculty-staff-profiles/henry-lee.phphttps://www.newhaven.edu/faculty-staff-profiles/henry-lee.php https://apnews.com/article/henry-lee-fabricated-murder-evidence-ef08de1e15148b3d48129ead10924009

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  7. 07/05/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys...  This conversation delves into the unsolved murders of Martha Moxley and Matthew Margolis. Exploring the impact of reputation on justice, and the intricate web of legal maneuvering and family connections that have hindered Martha's case. It highlights the challenges faced by journalists in bringing the truth to light amidst potential corruption and cover-ups and the impact the William Kennedy Smith Trial had on the Moxley investigation. Viewer discretion advised. Chapters 00:00 Martha Moxley's case remains unsolved 03:43 The Len Levitt Investigation Begins 09:45 Witness Accounts and Missed Clues 16:59 The Unpublished Article and Cover-Up Concerns 20:19 The Tragic Case of Matthew Margolis 27:16 The Allegations Against William Kennedy Smith 28:33 The Trial and Its Implications 31:39 The Impact on Martha Moxley's Case Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. https://www.makwanas.co.uk/accused-of-rape/ https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/law/william-kennedy-smith-accused-rape https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Kennedy_Smith https://www.vanityfair.com/magazine/1992/03/dunne199203

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  8. 06/28/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys... This conversation delves into the complex investigation surrounding the murder of Martha Moxley, focusing on key players, the impact of substance abuse, police challenges, and media scrutiny. It highlights the societal implications of wealth and power in the justice system, particularly regarding the Skakel family and their connections to the Kennedy family. The discussion also touches on the historical context of the case and the ongoing mystery that continues to captivate public interest. Viewer discretion advised. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Fear in Belle Haven 02:07 The Mysterious Phone Calls 03:10 The Skakel Family Under Scrutiny 03:40 Focus on Tommy Skakel 05:34 The Impact of Rejection on Tommy 07:40 Psychiatric Assessment 14:45 Detroit Detectives Step In 17:06 The Hale Report and Its Findings 17:25 Critique of Police Handling 21:30 Introduction to Ken Littleton 22:56 Ken's Background and Connection to the Case 24:32 Ken's Alibi and Relationship with the Skakel Children 27:41 Plea Deal and Refusal to Cooperate 29:12 Ken's Transformation and Behavioral Changes 32:15 Investigative Challenges and Police Scrutiny 34:04 Media Influence and Public Perception 36:48 The Kennedy Connection  Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. https://americanaddictioncenters.org/ https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/drugs-and-drug-use/common-drugs/cocaine/

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  9. 06/19/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    True Crime Podcast about the Martha Moxley murder in 1975.   On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys... This is the third episode in the series covering Martha Moxley's murder and it follows directly on from episode two, looking at the first stage of the investigation. Chapters 00:00 The Mysterious Death of Martha Moxley 01:54 The Investigation Begins 03:09 The Skakel Family Connection 03:47 Martha's Diary and Its Implications 04:49 The Skakel Household Dynamics 07:06 Tommy Skakel's Alibi 09:15 Witness Accounts and Conflicting Stories 10:02 Police Interactions with the Skakel Family 11:18 The Search for Evidence 13:15 The Polygraph Examination Begins 14:13 Understanding Polygraph Limitations 17:02 Tommy Skakel Under Suspicion 20:38 Legal Maneuvering and Family Secrets Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series.

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  10. 06/13/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

    True Crime Podcast about the Martha Moxley murder in 1975.   On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed... the main suspect...a relation of the Kennedys... This is the second episode in the series covering Martha Moxley's murder and it follows directly on from episode one, looking at the first stage of the investigation.   00:00 The Moxley Murder: A Community in Shock 08:47 Investigating the Crime: The Autopsy and Early Suspects 19:33 The Skakel Family: Rumors and Cover-Ups 21:39 The Investigation Begins: Peter Ziluca's Alibi 23:02 The Skakel Family: A Closer Look   Sources American Justice Season 8 Episode 12 – A murder in Greenwich:The Martha Moxley Case. A season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne Conviction. Solving the Moxley by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley. Documentary series. https://www.nytimes.com/1985/08/01/nyregion/dr-gross-accused-of-incompetence-by-state-agency.html

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder

  11. 05/30/2025

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder Episode 1

    True Crime Podcast about the Martha Moxley murder in 1975.   On Halloween 1975 the small elite community of Belle Haven, Connecticut, was transformed from a safe gated neighbourhood to a town of fear and suspicion when Martha's body was discovered.  Martha, a 15-year-old schoolgirl, had been out with friends for Mischief Night, but failed to return home for her curfew.  In the morning a search party was formed to try and locate her.  One of her friends on route to join the search found Martha on her parents' property, she had been savagely beaten and stabbed. This is the story of how her killer was eventually tried in 2002, and despite being found guilty, is now free.  Why did it take over 25 years to identify the killer?  Was a prominent family protecting one of their own? Or did the police investigation focus on the wrong suspect?  Episode 1 of a deep dive on this case hosted by TJ, a criminologist,  with 'assistance' from her Golden Retriever/Saluki cross, Morty. Viewer Discretion Advised. Chapters 00:00 Mystery on Walsh Lane 01:28 The History of Belle Haven 04:03 The Moxley Family: A Background of Normalcy 07:11 The residents of Belle Haven 08:39 The Skakel family 12:10 Timeline of 30th October 1975 13:41 Mischief Night and The Skakel House 17:09 Eerie events on Mischief Night. 20:38 The search for Martha begins 24:21 The discovery of Martha's body References: American Justice – Season 8 episode 12 – A Murder in Greenwich: The Martha Moxley Case. A Season in Purgatory by Dominic Dunne Conviction.  Solving the Moxley Murder by Leonard Levitt. Greentown by Timothy Dumas Murder and Justice: The case of Martha Moxley.  Documentary series

    Mystery on Walsh Lane - The Martha Moxley Murder Episode 1

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Welcome to True Crime with Morty...a Podcast hosted by a Criminologist, TJ, and her dog, Morty. TJ has a law degree, a MSc in Criminology and forensic psychology, and used to work in criminal law. She is bringing her true crime nerd knowledge to the internet to chat with fellow true crime sleuths and finally get over her fear of public speaking. Morty is a Golden Retriever and Saluki cross who interrupts the recording sessions with random yet important barks. Each week we will be doing deep dives on murders and mysteries from the around the world. Every case we cover will be discussed across multiple episodes so please consider subscribing and thanks for listening.

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