Unraveling the Murdaugh Appeal: Insights from Blanca Simpson & Attorney Joe McCulloch

Impact of Influence: The Murdaugh Family Murders and Other Cases

Matt Harris and Seton Tucker

True Crime

4.0 • 2.9K Ratings

🗓️ 4 February 2026

⏱️ 33 minutes

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Oral arguments on Alex Murdaugh's appeal are set for February 11, 2026. = In the latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the complexities surrounding the Alex Murdaugh appeal, featuring insights from author Blanca Simpson and legal expert Joe McCulloch. Their perspectives shed light on the emotional toll of the trial and the intricacies of the appeals process. In the podcast, Blanca Simpson reflects on the emotional burden she carries as she contemplates the possibility of a retrial for Alex Murdaugh. Attorney, Joe McCulloch breaks down what might happen in front of the SC Supreme Court., stating, "The 11th is not a retrial. It is an appeals process in front of the South Carolina Supreme Court." This distinction is crucial as it highlights the technical nature of the proceedings, focusing on legal arguments rather than rehashing the trial itself. We discuss with Joe what the possible outcomes might be. This episode highlights the emotional and legal intricacies of the Alex Murdaugh case, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the stakes involved. Blanca's heartfelt reflections remind us of the human impact behind legal proceedings, while Joe's legal expertise clarifies the nuances of the appeals process. As the case progresses, staying informed and understanding the legal landscape will be crucial for all those following this high-profile story. Blanca's book is Within The House of Murdaugh Amid A unique Friendship Blanca and Maggie Plus check out the Within the House of Murdaugh FB page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576950225105 Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns Tags: Alex Murdoch, Murdoch case, legal insights, appeals process, Blanca Simpson, Joe McCulloch, emotional impact, true crime, podcast discussion, jury tampering Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:30.8	Impact of influence.
0:33.5	Covering true crime throughout the southeast.
0:38.0	The idea of Alex Murdoch getting a retrial feels like a heavy weight on my heart.
0:44.7	I poured everything into sharing memories of Maggie's kindness, Paul's energy,
0:49.2	and the pain of learning who Alex really was.
0:51.6	To me, the guilty verdict was just for them, and I believe it should stand.
0:57.1	A retrial would bring back all the hurt, dragging their memory through more pain and for no good
1:03.2	reason. The evidence was clear.
1:05.4	That is Blanca Simpson, who was good friends with Maggie Murdoch and worked for the Murdox for a long time
1:13.4	and her thoughts on the possibility of a new trial for Elic Murdoch.
1:18.9	Hello, friend. I am Matt Harris. Hello, Seton Tucker. Hello. And how can they get in touch with us?
1:25.2	You can find us on Facebook at Impact of Influence and also on our YouTube channel.
1:29.9	Subscribe when you get to the YouTube channel.
1:32.0	Please and thank you for the Evergreen podcast company.
1:35.5	And please support our sponsors.
1:37.2	So the big day is it coming?
1:39.9	It's coming.
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