Murder & Magnolias - Ep. 4: "Bluegrass Needs Another Benjamin"
- Feb 23, 2026
- 35:19
- Full Episode
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<p>Lovers on the line in jailhouse phone calls reveal new clues. Then, a big arrest. This episode was originally published on November 29, 2022.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Chris Latham's plot to murder his wife Nancy unfolds amid a tumultuous divorce and shocking revelations about love and betrayal.
Key points
- The Proposal. Chris proposes to Nancy, but her father has a stern warning.
- The Plot Thickens. Nancy discovers her husband's affair and the plot against her life.
- The Arrest. Chris Latham is indicted four months after the murder plot is revealed.
- Chris's Arrest on Nancy's Birthday. Chris Latham was arrested on August 7th, Nancy's birthday, marking a dramatic turn in their lives.
- A Pissed Off Wife's Insight. Agent Boykin suggests that a determined wife is key to finding a husband in trouble.
- Chris's Claim of Vindication. Chris insists that his divorce trial would have revealed Nancy's infidelity.
Episode highlights
- The ProposalChris proposes to Nancy, but her father has a stern warning.“If you ever hit her, don't go to sleep.”2:28Feb 23, 2026
- The Plot ThickensNancy discovers her husband's affair and the plot against her life.“I can't believe this is happening. I want to make sure you're safe.”7:15Feb 23, 2026
- The ArrestChris Latham is indicted four months after the murder plot is revealed.“It was early August, four months after the murder plot was revealed.”21:25Feb 23, 2026
- Chris's Arrest on Nancy's BirthdayChris Latham was arrested on August 7th, Nancy's birthday, marking a dramatic turn in their lives.“Best birthday present ever.”26:39Feb 23, 2026
- A Pissed Off Wife's InsightAgent Boykin suggests that a determined wife is key to finding a husband in trouble.“If you want to find a husband, call a pissed off wife.”27:01Feb 23, 2026
- Chris's Claim of VindicationChris insists that his divorce trial would have revealed Nancy's infidelity.“The one thing that we were waiting on was my vindication.”31:53Feb 23, 2026
- The Latham Divorce FinalizedThe divorce case between Chris and Nancy Latham was finalized just months after his arrest.“The day that I got the divorce, I started going by Cannon.”33:07Feb 23, 2026
- Wendy's InnocenceWendy defends herself against accusations of conspiracy to harm Nancy.“I can say that I would never do anyone harm.”33:41Feb 23, 2026
Tension
75/ 100High tension
