True Sunlight, hosted by journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell, covers true crime, public corruption and the Murdaugh case across 334 episodes. New episodes arrive about twice a week and run roughly 59 minutes. Estimated downloads are 60,000 to 120,000 per episode, so a host-read mid-roll is an estimated $1,080 to $3,000. It was formerly the Murdaugh Murders Podcast.
A top-ranked true crime audience that follows every development in long-running cases
- 334 episodes since June 2021, with a new episode about every four days, usually released in two parts.
- Apple Podcasts shows 32,264 ratings at 4.4 stars, a strong signal of an engaged, loyal audience.
- The feed description says the show ranked #1 and #2 globally in 2021 and 2023 under its earlier name.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted narrative, investigative commentary, court case analysis
- Tone
- serious, investigative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 40 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed titles or description, and no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episodes cover murder, abuse and an arrest for CSAM, for example 'Why It Matters that John Monk's Son Was Arrested for CSAM' (TSP 158 Part One); the feed is not flagged explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | instagram.com/truesunlightpod |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1573560247 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/BER9965516640 |
| www.instagram.com/truesunlightpod/ | |
| TikTok | www.tiktok.com/@lunasharkmedia |
Benchmark score: 60 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Mo Mullen, Mo Problems: “I Didn’t Hear It on This Clip” - Mullen’s Tes | 2026-10-12 | 46 min |
| Community Caretaker Carmen? Judge Mullen Takes The Stand in ODC Hearin | 2026-10-08 | 59 min |
| Who Leaked Greg Alexander’s Allegations and Why + Dick Outs Murdaugh G | 2026-10-05 | 34 min |
| What’s Behind The Big Leaks About Police Chief Greg Alexander and Murd | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 11 min |
| ‘Let Me Find Some Charges’: Checking Judge Carmen Mullen’s Own Words B | 2026-09-26 | 45 min |
| Judge Carmen Mullen (Finally?) Faces Formal Misconduct Charges By ODC | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 5 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 4 days.
Previously known as the Murdaugh Murders Podcast, (which inspired Hulu's Original Series Murdaugh: Death in the Family), True Sunlight is the intersection of True Crime, journalism and systematic corruption. Celebrated journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are taking their style of reporting beyond Alex Murdaugh and his co-conspirators. We expose the truth wherever it leads giving voice to…
About True Sunlight
True Sunlight is an investigative true crime podcast about crime and corruption in the United States. The feed names Luna Shark Productions as its owner and journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell as hosts. It was previously the Murdaugh Murders Podcast and now covers South Carolina court hearings, police conduct and the cases of individual victims. The feed lists 334 episodes since June 2021. Recent episodes arrive about every four days, often in two parts, with a median length near 59 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows a 4.4 rating from 32,264 ratings.
Podcasts do not publish download numbers, so Starbooked estimates 60,000 to 120,000 downloads per episode from the rating count, the age of the show, its cadence and its hosting on Megaphone. No sponsors appear in the recent titles or the feed. By the Starbooked rate rule, a host-read mid-roll would cost an estimated $1,080 to $3,000 per episode.
Brands that suit adult listeners following serious crime and justice coverage should consider it, such as subscription services, books, legal services and identity protection.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. True Sunlight can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about True Sunlight
How much does True Sunlight charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll on True Sunlight at $1,080 to $3,000 per episode, based on an estimated 60,000 to 120,000 downloads. The show does not publish its rates, so treat this as a planning range.
What is True Sunlight about?
True Sunlight is an investigative true crime podcast hosted by journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell. It covers crime and corruption across the US, including the Murdaugh case, police conduct and court hearings, and gives voice to victims.
How do I contact True Sunlight about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked directly, which lets a brand request an episode sponsorship without searching for the right contact.
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