Episode 279 - Southern Soap Opera - The Murder of Gary Farris
Join us, as we examine the murder of Gary Farris, a respected real estate lawyer from Cherokee County, Georgia.
You’ll hear how a picture-perfect Southern estate became the backdrop for a brutal crime.
And how investigation uncovered a web of betrayal—hidden affairs, missing money, and a marriage held together by image… long after the love was gone.
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Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 1
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 2
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 3
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 4
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 5
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 6
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 7
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 8
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 9
You’ll hear how a picture-perfect Southern estate became the backdrop for a brutal crime.
And how investigation uncovered a web of betrayal—hidden affairs, missing money, and a marriage held together by image… long after the love was gone.
How to support:
For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -
Go to - Patreon
How to connect:
Website
Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:
Nutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS
Mint Mobile - For premium wireless plans starting at $15 a month go to mintmobile.com/madness
DailyLook - Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code MADNESS for 50% off your first order
Smalls - For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order PLUS free shipping when you head to Smalls.com/MADNESS
Masterclass - See MasterClass’s latest deal–at least 15% off–at MasterClass.com/MADNESS
Cremo - Head to Target or Target.com to find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants in the Italian Bergamont and Palo Santo scents.
Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/madness
Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to Quince.com/madness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 1
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 2
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 3
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 4
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 5
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 6
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 7
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 8
Husband Burned Murder Trial — GA v. Melody Walker Farris — Day 9
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