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Southern Shadows: A Mother-Son True Crime Podcast
Hosted by 4Seven Media, LLC · EN
A Mother-Son True Crime Podcast started by a mama who wanted to protect her teenage son and evolved into a unique way to share stories and teach him lessons in staying safe.
Each week, we’ll take a dive into some of the most captivating mysteries rooted South of the Mason-Dixon. We’ll venture into the shadows cast by Spanish moss and angel oak trees, exploring the true crime stories that have left a mark on the Southern landscape. Whether it’s the untamed swamps or the quiet porches where secrets are whispered, each episode peels back the layers of intriguing cases, mysteries, and criminal tales.
See you in the shadows!
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15. Salisbury, NC: Reesa Trexler
Jul 10, 202400:25:47Tap to summarizeIn the summer of 1984, in Salisbury, NC, Reesa and Jodie Trexler were typical teens enjoying their time with friends. After a day of TV with pals Paul and Jim, Reesa visits their grandparents next door while Jodie opts for a quiet afternoon at home. As evening falls, Jodie sees her grandfather rushing outside, urgently calling for help. Little did she know, this moment would set off a series of events that would ultimately cast suspicion on her as the prime suspect in her sister Reesa's murder—a crime that would remain unsolved for 35 years.Full Source Notes available atsouthernshadowspodcast.comFollow us on social media @southernshadowspodcast on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokProduced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →14. Hampton County, SC: The Murdaughs Part 2
Apr 2, 202400:37:55Tap to summarize"All eyes were on Hampton County and the Lowcountry. If the Murdaughs had skeletons in their closet... it's out now"- Michael DeWitt, Hampton County Guardian. While awaiting trial for the boating accident that killed his friend Mallory Beach, a call comes into 9-1-1 that Paul Murdaugh and his mom, Maggie, were both fatally shot at their Moselle home. When the police arrive on the scene, they find a distraught Alex Murdaugh, Paul's dad, but it wouldn't be long before they realize that he is shedding crocodile tears. What follows is a strange turn of events that puts Alex at the center of not only the deaths of his wife and son but millions of dollars worth of financial fraud. Full source notes are available atsouthernshadowspodcast.comFollow us on social media @southernshadowspodcast on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokProduced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →13. Hampton County, SC: The Murdaughs (Part 1)
Mar 27, 202400:31:55Tap to summarize“In Hampton County, South Carolina, everybody knows everybody… and everybody knows who the Murdaughs are.” -Michael DeWitt, Hampton County Guardian.Paul Murdaugh was the carefree, party-loving youngest son of Alex and Maggie Murdaugh and the great-grandson of Randolph Murdaugh, a prominent South Carolina solicitor who started the Murdaugh dynasty that has dominated Hampton County for decades. In 2019, Paul found himself at the center of a fatal boating accident that forced his famous family's skeletons out of the closet. But, before he would stand trial for the death of his friend, he's found shot to death at his home along with his mom, Maggie. Was it revenge for Mallory's death?Full source notes are available at https://southernshadowspodcast.com/blog/13-murdaughs-part-1Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok@southernshadowspodcast...See you in the shadows!Produced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →12. Knoxville, TN: Christa Pike
Mar 19, 202400:33:10Tap to summarizeIn the United States, there are only 27 states where the death penalty is an allowable conviction for especially heinous crimes of murder or terrorism. Tennessee, being one of those states, currently holds the youngest woman of her time who was convicted of the death penalty: Christa Pike. The crime she committed was so brutal that an investigator quoted her as being "the most evil person" he'd ever met... at just 18 years old! Just like Christa, Colleen Slemmer was hoping for a better future when she left home to travel to the University of Tennessee in Knoxville for the Job Corps. Unfortunately, she crossed paths with Christa, who wanted her gone. What led Christa to take the life of Colleen Slemmer in 1995? Was it for a satanic sacrifice or just plain jealousy?Sources available at https://southernshadowspodcast.com/blog/12-christa-pikeProduced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →11. Baldwin, LA: Quawan Charles
Mar 12, 202400:18:41Tap to summarizeWhen Roxanne Charles Nelson planned to pick up her son Quawan from his dad Kenneth's house to get a haircut, she became increasingly concerned when she couldn't reach him. Frantically calling Kenneth, they soon realize that Quawan is nowhere to be found. What happened next was a disorganized investigation and a delay in responding, which made his family wonder if acting sooner could have saved his life.Source Notes Available athttps://southernshadowspodcast.com/blog/11-quawan-charlesProduced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →10. Jackson, MS: Phillip Gibbs and James Earl Green
Mar 5, 202400:31:14Tap to summarizeThe 1970s were marked by significant strides in civil rights for African Americans and deep-seated societal unrest. On college campuses across the nation, you would often find students staging protests against the Vietnam War and the draft, but that wasn't the reason why students at Jackson State University, then Jackson State College, were upset. Students and administration were involved in a conflict that started on John R. Lynch Street, a busy commuter route that divided the college in half. Because they were worried about the safety of the students, they called for the city to step in immediately to fix the dangerous situation. But the answer they got was the exact opposite of what they asked for, culminating in the death of two students, Phillip Gibbs and James Earl Green.Listen as Mrs. Gailya Porter, a survivor, recounts the events that transpired before that evening and the profound impact it continues to have on the university. Full source notes availablesouthernshadowspodcast.com Produced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →9. Berkeley Springs, WV: Riley Crossman
Feb 27, 202400:30:14Tap to summarizeRiley Crossman was kind, gentle, and as dramatic as teenagers come. She was a gifted singer and dancer and loved spending her free time with her best friend, Jasmine. On May 8, 2019, when her high school called to inform her mom that she hadn't been present that day, the search would lead to a monster in her home. Full Source Notes:southernshadowspodcast.com Produced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →8. Valdosta, GA: Kendrick "KJ" Johnson
Feb 21, 202400:57:05Tap to summarizeWhen the story of Lowndes High School sophomore Kendrick "KJ" Johnson started to make national news, many of us asked ourselves the same question... "HOW!?"How does a student, let alone a three-sport athlete, get stuck upside down into a rolled-up gym mat? How did no one hear him scream or see him dive in, even though surveillance showed other students enter the gym with him? How, even with all of the evidence, do authorities still believe this was just a freak accident?Full Source Notes:southernshadowspodcast.com Produced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →7.5 Ties to MS: Samuel Haskell, IV
Feb 17, 202400:22:09Tap to summarizeOn November 7, 2023, day laborers hired by Samuel Haskell, IV, to move trash bags from his Tarzana home discovered what appeared to be part of a human body inside. Does the name sound familiar? That's because he's the son of renowned Hollywood executive Sam Haskell, III, former head of the Williams Morris Agency and CEO of Miss America, whose roots stretch back to Mississippi. His wife, a former Miss Mississippi whom he met while attending Ole Miss, has quite an impressive career in movies and television. Mrs. Haskell has remained active in Mississippi, having served on the Ole Miss Women's Council and was recently inducted into the Ole Miss Hall of Fame in 2023.Their only son, Samuel IV, is now being accused of murdering and dismembering his wife and possibly her parents, as their bodies have yet to be found.Listen now for another of our new series of mini-episodes, where we'll break down cases that lead to a quick conclusion. See you in the shadows!Full Sources Available atsouthernshadowspodcast.comProduced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
Transcribe →7. Cape Girardeau, MO: Jacque Waller
Feb 13, 202400:39:38Tap to summarizeWhen Jacque Rawson met Clay Waller in the early 1990s, she pictured an ideal life of raising a family. After years of trying, the couple finally welcomed triplets, but that didn't do much to turn Clay into a more doting husband and father. Clay had been allegedly having affairs, was abusive, and tried to put a divide between her and her family. As time went on, Jacque finally saw an opportunity to leave, and after a meeting with Clay at the divorce attorney's office, she suddenly disappeared. What follows is a year of investigation that finally leads to the arrest of her killer. Full source notes available:southernshadowspodcast.comIf you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, you can call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 800-799-7233 or visit https://www.thehotline.org/Produced by 4Seven Media, LLCMusic written and produced by J.Chris
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