Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder

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About Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder

The night before Halloween 1975, 15-year-old Martha Moxley was found bludgeoned to death outside her family’s home in the tony Greenwich, Connecticut, enclave of Belle Haven. The local police, used to dealing more with traffic stops than a high-profile murder, grappled with a lack of forensic evidence – or a motive. They had their suspects of course. The creepy neighbor. The eldest teenage son of the Skakel family next door. The Skakel children’s burly tutor. But without concrete evidence or a confession, the case stalled out. For decades, it remained unsolved and it seemed like no one would ever be charged with her killing. But then, a series of improbable events involving, among others, Dominick Dunne, William Kennedy Smith, and Mark Fuhrman, compounded to deliver the public a new suspect – 39-year-old Michael Skakel, who’d been 15, like Martha, at the time of the crime. The arrest made national headlines – and not just because Michael Skakel was an accused killer. He was also a cousin of the Kennedys. Skakel’s 2002 high-profile murder trial was a media feeding frenzy. Reporters wondered – would this rich, privileged son of a scion get away with it? Despite flimsy evidence and witnesses with questionable backgrounds, a jury convicted Michael. For many, it felt like a fitting end to the Moxley case. Finally, justice was served. Sentenced to 20 years to life in prison, Michael Skakel, who’d always proclaimed his innocence, fought for his freedom. In 2018, his conviction was overturned – and prosecutors declined to re-prosecute. Innocent in the eyes of the law, Michael remains guilty in the eyes of many. Where does the truth lie? Dead Certain: The Martha Moxley Murder, is an immersive, fresh take on this infamous case. The series is hosted by veteran journalist Andrew Goldman, hired a decade ago by Skakel’s cousin RFK Jr. to research a book about the case. But after the book was published, Goldman found he couldn’t let it go. New episodes every Tuesday through January 20, 2026.

All episodes

13 episodes

Known Unknowns

In the series finale, the story of the mysterious blood found outside the crime scene is at long last revealed. An additional Sutton report enters the picture, focused on someone unexpected. Long overlooked, another member of the Skakel household staff comes under scrutiny. Amanda Knox weighs in on her experience of being wrongfully convicted of murder. Andrew shares final revelations and reflections about the case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20 Jan 2026 - 1 h 5 min

Martha Speaks

Martha’s diary sheds light on her complicated relationships with the boys in her orbit. Could hints about her killer’s identity be hidden amidst its pages? Were investigators too quick to dismiss her boyfriend as a potential suspect? A stunning admission from Tommy Skakel during his Sutton interviews is revealed. Our final episode drops on Tuesday, January 20th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

13 Jan 2026 - 1 h 0 min

The Out of Towners

After decades of silence, an unexpected figure steps forward from the shadows, bringing with him a totally new theory of the crime – and pointing the finger at two possible suspects. Michael Skakel's cousin, Bobby Kennedy Jr., believes this could be the key to solving Martha Moxley’s killing. But upon deeper examination, cracks appear. Is this a breakthrough, a misdirection, or something else entirely? Episode 11 drops on Tuesday, January 13. New episodes every Tuesday, through January 20, 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 Jan 2026 - 1 h 15 min

Family Ties

After decades of estrangement, Michael Skakel reconnects with some of his Kennedy cousins, rebuilding ties and working for the family. But when a scandal erupts, Skakel finds himself caught in the crossfire and the fallout is swift. His attempt at self-protection - a tell-all memoir - would later become ammunition at the trial - complicating an already fraught chapter of his story. Episode 10 drops on Tuesday, January 6. New episodes every Tuesday, through January 20, 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

30 Dec 2025 - 1 h 12 min

The Joker

Hired by Michael Skakel to defend him against murder charges, defense attorney Mickey Sherman is a smooth talker with a love of the media spotlight. But after Michael is found guilty, a post-mortem of the defense strategy reveals that Sherman may have made some serious missteps. Will the appellate court agree? Members of Michael's original defense team weigh in with their thoughts on the case. Episode 9 drops on Tuesday, December 30. New episodes every Tuesday, through January 20, 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 Dec 2025 - 1 h 4 min

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