
Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and Attorney Eric Bland reunite after Mandy's harrowing "ambush hearing" in Gaffney, SC as a non-party witness in Beach v. Greg Parker civil conspiracy case. Eric, who sat in the courtroom, describes how Mandy was badgered and belittled, a bailiff-escorted her to the bathroom like a criminal, and, in her words, treated "with less respect than Alex Murdaugh." The team unpacks what Mandy calls cumulative punishment — Parker's attorneys accusing Mandy of manufacturing fear, then piecemealing her social media posts to betray the court, and the chilling message this sends to every journalist covering powerful defendants. Plus: The delayed denial of Mandy’s emergency protective motion, a police report that closed as fast as it opened, and why the First Amendment is hanging by a thread. ☕ Cups Up! ⚖️ Episode References Live Mandy’s Peru adventures vicariously on Facebook or Instagram 🦙 Pachamaama: Mother Earth in Andes 🌎 Mandy’s fear doesn’t require their permission post 🌐 Reaction Posts from “SC Murdaugh podcaster Mandy Matney: Reckless with facts of victimized crusaders?” - The State’s FB Post & The Island Packet’s FB Post 🌐 Rule 605 rules and requirement in SC Courts ⚖️ Stay Tuned, Stay Pesky and Stay in the Sunlight...☀️ Premium Members also get access to all new bonus episodes, video episodes, case files, live trial coverage and exclusive live experiences with our hosts. CLICK HERE to learn more and join with Promo Code "COJ25" for your first month free! https://bit.ly/3BdUtOE. Luna Shark Merch With a Mission shop at lunasharkmerch.com/ Support Our Show, Sponsors and Mission: https://lunasharkmedia.com/support/ Quince - Hungry Root - Bombas Find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/cupofjustice/ | https://www.instagram.com/cojpod/ Mandy Matney on Instagram | Liz Farrell on Instagram | Eric Bland on Instagram YouTube | TIKTOK *** Alert: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email info@lunasharkmedia.com and we'll send fun merch to the first listener that finds something that needs to be adjusted! *** *The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes do not constitute legal advice. Listeners desiring legal advice for any particular legal matter are urged to consult an attorney of their choosing who can provide legal advice based upon a full understanding of the facts and circumstances of their claim. The views expressed on the Cup of Justice episodes also do not express the views or opinions of Bland Richter, LLP, or its attorneys. **portions of this episode's production have been assisted by Ai models according to LUNASHARK's privacy and Ai Policies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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