This week, investigative journalists — Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — broke news that a second Jane Doe case had been filed against Myrtle Beach pastor John-Paul Miller, accusing him of sexually abusing a 14-year-old student at Cathedral Hall Academy (formerly known as Grand Strand Academy), a school owned JP’s father Wayne Miller, who is named as a co-defendant in the case. 

In 1999, when JP Miller was 20 years old he allegedly molested the child after inviting her to play piano with him alone in the church sanctuary. The girl told a teacher about what JP allegedly did and instead of the school offering the child help, she was forced to write “I will not lie about JP Miller” 5,000 times. 

Mandy and Liz break down the latest allegations against the Millers and share text messages between JP, his ex-wife and Mica from 2022 or before that addresses the child sexual abuse allegations against JP. 

Also on the show, part one of the history of the Millers’ alleged scheme to use their school as a staging ground for abuse. Plus an update on the Justice for Mica protesters and JP’s frivolous lawsuits against them.

Let's dive in... 🥽🦈 

Premium Links and Resources

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“The History of the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base’s Transformation” - Visit Myrtle Beach

Mica’s List & Mica’s Law

Referenced Episodes: COJ 120

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Jane Doe No. 1 Lawsuit & Liz Farrell’s LUNASHARK Article

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Investigative journalists — Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell — broke major news this past Tuesday with the announcement that Myrtle Beach pastor JP Miller has been accused of raping a 15-year-old girl at his father’s church, Cathedral Baptist Church (formerly All Nations Church), in 1998 and again sexually assaulting her in 2023. 

The lawsuit was filed by Jane Doe No. 1 against John-Paul Miller, Reginald Wayne Miller, and their churches, including Solid Rock Ministries. Mandy and Liz share details of the lawsuit while connecting the dots on what was happening in JP’s life at the time. 

Plus, they sit for an interview with Rock Hill attorney Randy Hood of McGowan, Hood, Felder and Phillips law firm, who is representing Jane, to learn more about Jane’s case and what the world of litigating institutional child sexual abuse looks like. Hood is no stranger to suing churches on behalf of sexual assault victims. He also represents clients in the case against Morningstar Fellowship Church in Fort Mill, South Carolina. 

On Tuesday, Mandy and Liz also broke the very important news that attorney Mark Tinsley from the Murdaugh Murders trial — aka Zero Dark Tinsley and Tiger Tinsley — is also representing Jane in her case against the Millers. 

Also on the show, JP Miller appeared in Magistrate Court on Wednesday for a hearing related to seven of his cases against protesters and … well, he did a terrible job, as expected… The premium extended episode includes a play-by-play featuring the most pertinent highlights. 

Special thanks to Ben from Artistic Eye Productions based in Summerville, SC for covering the Magistrate Court Proceedings 

Let's dive in... 🥽🦈 

Episode Resources

Liz Farrell’s Breaking News FB Post - Feb 20, 2025

Mica Francis Case Overview

“Pastors JP Miller and Wayne Miller Accused Of Sexual Abuse Targeting Minors In New Lawsuit” - Liz Farrell, Feb 25, 205

Referenced Episodes: TSP 50, 51, 53, 57, 59, 60 and 64

Study by Dr. Abel Harlow

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JP Miller’s Pardon Application - 2021 and Certificate of Pardon - 2022

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Investigative journalists — Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have encountered one of the strangest things they’ve ever seen from a murder suspect who hasn’t even been arraigned yet … a campaign website! 

Last week a listener sent in a tip about former South Carolina resident Lee Gilley, who is facing a Capital Murder charge in Houston, Texas, in the October 2024 death of his wife, Christa Bauer and their unborn child. A website had been published about Lee and his life as an apparently flawless human being incapable of murder. It’s yet another brazen move from an entitled good ole boy who thinks the normal procedures of the justice system don’t apply to him. 

Also on the show, a follow-up on the YouTube creator who is being sued by JP Miller. Plus, updates on Bowen Turner’s alleged parole violations and Buster Murdaugh’s defamation case. Plus, we'll update you on the latest in the Peter J. Strauss case who's sentencing is set for 2pm on February 20th in Charleston. 

Let's dive in... 🥽🦈 

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“John-Paul Miller closed his Myrtle Beach church last fall. The property just sold for $2.15M.” - Feb 17, 2025

Referenced Past Episodes: TSP 29, 38, 44, & 86 

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Bowen Turner’s Arrest Warrant - Feb 11, 2025

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Once again, investigative journalists — aka “bloggers,” “viral podcasters,” “spewers of bilious screed” and “self-proclaimed journalists”— Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell have to tear up the script as their usual onslaught of breaking news hits on production day … but this time, they only have themselves to blame.

On Tuesday, Mandy received a tip that thrice-accused rapist Bowen Turner, of Orangeburg, South Carolina, had been at his county golf course that morning throwing back beers in direct violation of his latest parole conditions. With receipts in hand, Mandy immediately went to the authorities and ole Bowen Turner was arrested that evening. 

On today’s episode, Mandy and Liz talk about the behind the scenes of Bowen’s latest run-in with the law and what happens next, plus they share recordings of Bowen talking with his parents in the days before and after his latest parole hearing this past September. One thing they learned? Bowen’s dad had predicted Bowen’s golf club demise on Tuesday. 

Also on the show, the latest in the Mica Francis case and JP Miller’s collection of frivolous lawsuits against peaceful protesters — including an email that JP sent to three of the defendants’ lawyer, offering his unsolicited ideas on how they can settle his cases against them. 

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Let's dive in... 🥽🦈 

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JP Miller’s Email to Protesters’ Lawyer

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Investigative journalists — aka “bloggers,” “viral podcasters,” “spewers of bilious screed” and “self-proclaimed journalists”— Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their in-depth coverage of the Mica Francis case with the latest on Pastor JP Miller’s legal bullying of protesters and content creators. 

On Wednesday, two more cases against the protesters were dropped, making that three out of 33. Already, JP’s sloppy attempts at silencing his detractors are being called out in court. 

Also on the show, a rundown of the accusations JP is making against the protesters and creators and a look at court documents that outline what appears to have been an ethically ambiguous relationship between JP and a neighbor, who purports to be a member of the media and therefore protected from JP’s legal retaliations. 

As JP seeks to once again take Jan Lancaster to court, Mandy and Liz explore the reasons why this one case should be considered separately from the solitary injustice happening with the rest of the protester-defendants. 

Plus, an update in the Christa Bauer Gilley case. 

Let's dive in... 🥽🦈 

Episode Resources

Protester Legal Defense Fund

“Embattled Myrtle Beach pastor J.P. Miller takes protesters to court for harassment” - The Post and Courier, Feb 5, 2025

Mica’s List & Mica’s Law

“JP Miller upset no one wants to come over and video him.” TikTok video - July 14, 2024

Referenced Episodes: TSP 84 & COJ 116

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Mica Francis’ Restraining Order Request - March 11, 2024

Sam Rickman’s Counterclaim - Jan 27, 2025

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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue shining sunlight on the Mica Francis story. 

On today’s episode, a former church member being sued by JP Miller turns the tables on him with a fiery counterclaim. According to court filings, THREE DAYS before Mica’s death, JP asked this church member to write “Dedicated to Mica” on the website of the church’s Dare2Care program, a mission that was important to Mica. Was this unfortunate timing? Or does this point to something more nefarious?

The former church member also accuses JP of using his pulpit to shame and bully Mica and of retaliation after the church member and his wife decided they’d had enough of him and left the church. Also on the show, in one of the most deranged calls to 911 yet, JP tells police that protesters are yelling the 'n-word' at church members and could “pull a gun” at any minute and he describes them as blondes, wearing sweaters and no makeup. 

Was this JP setting the stage for the lawsuits he filed five days later? Plus, an update in the Sara Lynn Colucci case and Christa Bauer case. This episode gets deeper into these very twisted stories... 

Let's dive in... 🥽🦈 

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Stephen Smith’s GoFundMe

Stephen Nicholas Smith Memorial Scholarship Fund

Sara Lynn Colucci Case Overview

“Help With Legal Defense Fund for Melissa and Sandra” GoFundMe

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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue shining sunlight on the Mica Francis case and the SUNLIGHT IS WORKING.

This week, the True Sunlight Podcast dives deep into the bizarre legal world of JP Miller, the pastor at the center of so much controversy. We'll explore how JP is now suing multiple protesters and online critics for harassment and invasion of privacy, claiming they're causing him emotional and economic harm. But here's the twist: this is the same man accused of stalking his late wife, Mica, who was denied a restraining order against him.... 

On today’s episode, the LUNASHARK Team received the official coroner’s report in the death of Chris Skinner, the quadriplegic man who drowned in his neighborhood pool shortly after he reportedly confronted his wife, Suzie, and Pastor JP Miller about their alleged affair.  Was it an accident, as ruled? Or is there more to the story? We examine discrepancies in the official reports of how Chris ended up in the water... and video footage that suggest it may have been intentional...?

Also on the show, an intake form from a family law firm that JP Miller appears to have consulted in February 2024 for representation in his divorce contains some VERY interesting information, including the name of the person who referred him to the firm. Plus, JP is now suing 13 protesters and creators in Magistrate Court and we have some more insight into what he’s up to. According to a summons and complaint that was served on one of the protesters, JP is seeking a restraining order, claiming he is being harassed and he’s seeking $7,500 in damages in an invasion of privacy claim. We are officially in the Upside-Down now. After combing through JP’s claims, Mandy and Liz have a message for the judge … 

This episode gets deeper into these very twisted stories... so let's dive in. 

Episode Resources

Charlotte Korn’s Cease and Desist Letter - May 29, 2024

“Exclusive: John-Paul Miller speaks about wife Mica Miller’s death” - NewsNation, July 22, 2024

JP Miller’s 911 Calls Timeline

SC Code of Laws for Harassment & Stalking

IRS 501(c)3 Tax Guide for Churches & Religious Organizations

Previous Referenced TSP Episodes: 76, 77, 83

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Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell continue their deep dive into the Mica Francis case in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Today’s episode begins with a clarification concerning Mica’s divorce attorney Regina Ward and the settlement terms reached between JP Miller and Mica’s family this past summer.

Also on the show, in a press conference in June 2024, Regina Ward shared a list of abuses that Mica allegedly experienced at the hands of Pastor JP Miller … alleged abuses that mirror a proposed coercive control law that failed three times to make it out of state legislative committee. In that press briefing, Regina said that had this law been enacted before Mica’s death there was a possibility it could have saved her life. Mandy and Liz take another look at the proposed law and a provision that seems like it would have protected JP more than it would have protected Mica.

Plus, JP is up to his old antics and has filed 10 new civil lawsuits against an assortment of protesters and content creators. And Part Two of the very cozy and strange emails JP Miller and his righthand woman Tricia Ross sent to police regarding Mica.

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Episode Resources

APTA’s Christa Nicole Bauer Clinical Excellence Award

Sweetwater One Two Three Cafe and Palmetto Flats Restaurant & Tavern

Chloe Bess Motion Dismissed - Jan 15, 2025

SC Code of Laws: Title 15, Chapter 15, Article 1: Death by Wrongful Acts

Mica’s List & Mica’s Law

Regina Ward Press Conference at Horry County Court House - June 5, 2024

Robbie Harvey Interview with Regina Ward on X - Jan 9, 2025

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Investigative journalists — and proud “podcasters” — Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell reveal the latest in the Mica Francis story, starting with emails from JP Miller and his sidekick Tricia Ross that were sent to police days after Mica’s death, urging the police to investigate one of their own in connection to Mica’s death. 

Yes, seriously. Turns out May 2 was a very bad day for JP Miller. Not only did he have to explain himself to his partners at the Myrtle Beach bar he had a stake in, he seemed to be on a war path as he pointed his finger at Heather Wilson, his alleged former ally at Horry County Police Department. JP — demonstrating once again that he thinks the police work directly for him — wanted the department to investigate Heather for Mica’s death because she is the mother of the man Mica was hanging out with on March 11 and the man who JP later called and berated. 

Mandy and Liz share the first installment of the texts and emails that came back from reporter Beth Braden’s FOIA for communications between JP and the police. Also on the show, we'll look at the waterfront home in Myrtle Beach that Wayne Miller had financial ties to and who ultimately came into possession of the home. We have the scoop — including an interview between Beth and mica's attorney Regina Ward. 

Plus, the latest in the Nautilus trial, which had Cory Fleming back up on the stand this week in federal court... and ultimately the jury came back with a verdict in Nautilus' favor, declaring that Cory Fleming owes them $1.25 Million in compensatory damages plus $50.00 in punitive damages.  On Thursday, January 9th, (after publishing this episode) Judge Gergel found and ordered that Defendant Fleming committed a willful or knowing violation of SCUTPA and hereby trebles Plaintiff's damages, resulting in an award of $3,750,000.00 plus reasonable attorney’s fees.

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Episode Resources

Jury decides Cory Fleming is liable for role in Murdaugh insurance scheme, owes $1.25M

“Trial begins for Fleming in insurance accusation civil case” - Live5, Jan 6, 2025

“‘In my mind, that was deception’: insurance expert testifies in Fleming case” - Live5, Jan 7, 2025

Alex Murdaugh’s $14.8 Million Nautilus Judgement - Jan 2, 2025

911 Calls after Mica Francis’ Death Timeline

Exposing Dirty Southern Money Facebook Page

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From the Alex Murdaugh trial’s alleged jury tampering and subsequent appeals; investigations into the deaths of Stephen Smith and Mica Francis (Miller), examining potential foul play; and the ongoing legal battles surrounding Bowen Turner and Michael Colucci, both facing multiple accusations of serious crimes — we covered a lot of cases and controversies in 2024. Also this year, we added tragic death of Christa Bauer Gilley to our focus, and continued to focus on advocacy for victims' rights reform, specifically concerning coercive control. On this special episode of True Sunlight, our team looks back on the madness in the Justice System, plus another shocking update in the Myrtle Beach church world related to JP Miller and Solid Rock. 

With our new billboards around the state and our coverage seeking answers, we hope to shake loose information in Stephen Smith’s case and Sandy hopes to hear back from SLED early in 2025. We are also actively seeking partners to create a new event in July that will celebrate Stephen Smith’s life and draw attention to the 10 years that have passed without justice since his death. If you'd like to help, email [email protected] or click the social links below.

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As always, your support is immensely appreciated and keeps us motivated to expose the truth wherever it leads, give voice to victims and get the story straight. 'Cups Up' To An AMAZING 2025 Ahead and thank you to each of our listeners for supporting our mission!!!! Happy New Year and Stay In The Sunlight! 

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Episode Resources

January: TSP 36 & Justice Toal’s Order Denying Motion for New Trial

February: TSP 40 & Stephen Smith Case Overview

March: TSP 41 & Michael Colucci’s Indictment for Murder

April: TSP 47 & Bowen Turner’s DUI Dash Cam Video

May: TSP 50 & Sara Lynn Colucci Case Overview

June: TSP 54 & Mica’s List + Mica’s Law

July: TSP 58 & SCHP’s Case Files

August: TSP 64 & Alex Murdaugh’s Inital Appeal Brief

September: TSP 66 & Bowen Turner Victim Appeal Hearing

October: TSP 69 & Liz’s Tweet about Alex Murdaugh’s Appeal Dismissal

November: TSP 75 & Lee Gilley’s Murder Indictment & Christopher Bauer’s Affidavit

December: TSP 78 & Mica Francis Case Overview

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What We're Buying...

Eric Bland's New Book!!! - Mandy's Book in Paperback!! - Marcia Clark's New Book - Amanda Knox's New Book - Tamron Hall's New Book - Erin Lee Carr's Book

Peloton - onepeloton.com Find your push. Find your power with Peloton at onepeloton.com.

Here's a link to some of our favorite things: https://amzn.to/4cJ0eVn And a special thank you to our other amazing sponsors: Microdose.com, PELOTON, and VUORI. Use promo code "MANDY" for a special offer!

*** ALERT: If you ever notice audio errors in the pod, email [email protected] and we'll send fun merch to the first listener that finds something that needs to be adjusted! ***

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