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In an aluminum-sided warehouse last month, dozens of people paid good money for various items from Alex Murdaugh’s hunting estate, where his wife Maggie and youngest son Paul were shot to death with a shotgun and rifle.

In this bonus episode of Understand Murdaugh, host Kelly Jean Kelly takes you inside the Liberty Auction house during the auction.

Narrated by Kelly Jean Kelly. Produced by Eric Russell. Music by Lexin Music.

Watchdog and public service editor Glenn Smith and reporters Jocelyn Grzeszczak, Thad Moore and Avery Wilks discuss the conclusion of Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial, the potential appeal and several other lingering questions surrounding the aftermath of the guilty verdict. They also answer a few listener questions.

Alex Murdaugh took the stand and addressed the lies he told investigators following the deaths of Maggie Murdaugh and Paul Murdaugh. He also admitted to stealing from several of his clients. However, Alex denied killing his wife and son on June 7, 2021.

In this daily update episode, hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell break down the highly anticipated testimony.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

The day started with defense attorney Jim Griffin letting it be known that Alex Murdaugh is considering whether or not to take the stand. Jurors also heard from several more defense witnesses on day 22 of the trial, including Murdaugh’s former law partner Mark Bell.

In this daily update episode, hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell discuss everything that went on in the courtroom on Wednesday.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

Alex Murdaugh's defense attorneys got a chance to cross examine SLED agent Jeff Croft, leading to a back-and-forth over whether Alex confessed to killing Paul and Maggie during his second interview with the agency.

In this daily update episode hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell dive into the debate surrounding Alex's wording and the discussion of firearms and phone records on Tuesday.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

Alex Murdaugh's defense attorneys got a chance to cross examine SLED agent Melinda Worley. The Jury also heard from SLED agent Jeff Croft, who testified about an interview he had with Alex three days after the murders.

In this daily update episode hosts Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell discusses the Monday's testimony and the recording of Alex's interview played in the courtroom.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak and Eric Russell. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

Two investigators testified Friday about their initial encounter with Alex Murdaugh and the crime scene on the night Paul and Maggie Murdaugh were murdered.

In this daily update episode reporter Jocelyn Grzeszczak discusses the new details revealed during the second day of testimony in Alex Murdaugh's murder trial.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

The prosecution called its first witnesses in Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial on Thursday.

In this episode, reporter Jocelyn Grzeszczak discusses some of the main points the witnesses highlighted in their testimony on day four of the double murder trial.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

Alex Murdaugh's murder trial officially began Wednesday afternoon as the prosecution and the defense delivered opening statements to conclude the third day in the courtroom.

Reporter Jocelyn Grzeszczak joins this daily update episode to discuss the conclusion of jury selection and the key points from the opening statements.

Hosted by Jocelyn Grzeszczak.  

Produced by Eric Russell.

Music by Lexin Music.

The second day of Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial included the continuation of jury selection as well as Judge Clifton Newman ruling on several motions. Also, the prosecution made a major revelation regarding the potential murder weapon.

In this trial update episode, reporter Thad Moore recaps day two of the trial and discusses some of the key moments from inside the courtroom.

Hosted by Thad Moore. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

This bonus episode of Understand Murdaugh features audio from the most recent Beyond the Headlines event hosted by the Post and Courier.

Moderated by Watchdog/Public Service Editor Glenn Smith, reporters Avery Wilks, Thad Moore and Jocelyn Grzeszczak discuss where things stand with the Alex Murdaugh double murder case, including the evidence against Murdaugh, his alleged motive and the legal strategies at play. They also answer a few questions submitted by the audience.

In this episode, hosts Glenn Smith and Avery Wilks their recent story on Curtis “Cousin Eddie” Smith, including the revelation that the Walterboro trucker has been subpoenaed as a witness in Alex Murdaugh’s Jan. 23 double murder trial.

Hosted by Glenn Smith and Avery Wilks. 

Music by Lexin Music.

As Alex Murdaugh sits in jail awaiting trial, the Murdaughs’ estate – often referred to as Moselle – where the alleged murder of his wife and son took place may soon change hands.

Just months after it was listed for $3.9 million in February, a mysterious buyer emerged to place the property under contract.

Post and Courier reporter Kelly Jean Kelly joins host Nathan Stevens to discuss the property and its place in the Murdaugh murder saga.

Hosted by Nathan Stevens and Kelly Jean Kelly. 

Produced by Nathan Stevens. 

Music by Lexin Music.

In this bonus episode, hosts Glenn Smith and Avery Wilks dig into the Dec. 9 motions hearing in the Alex Murdaugh double murder case, including new revelations about the disgraced former lawyer’s alleged motive for the slayings and possible problems with a key piece of evidence in the state’s case.

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Hosted by Glenn Smith and Avery Wilks. 

Produced by Eric Russell. 

Music by Lexin Music.

Avery Wilks joins  Nathan Stevens to answer a couple of reader questions about the Murdaugh Saga.  Listeners can submit questions to be answered in future mailbag episodes by emailing murdaugh@postandcourier.com. 

Hosted by Nathan Stevens and Avery Wilks. 

Produced by Nathan Stevens. 

Music by Lexin Music.