A new podcast from Sony Music Entertainment revisits a murder case and raises doubts about the conviction at its centre.
My Mother’s Lies follows the story of a woman once praised for helping solve a killing, and the son who later uncovered troubling inconsistencies in her account.
Hosted by legal analyst Beth Karas, the series explores the 2000 murder of Jessica Currin in Mayfield, Kentucky, and the role played by local resident Susan Galbreath in identifying suspect Quincy Cross, who was later sentenced to life in prison.
Susan became widely recognised for her involvement in the case, with many believing her efforts helped bring it to a close.
However, years after her death, her son Ray discovered a collection of her personal files, including handwritten notes and records, which led him to question how her investigation had unfolded.
As Ray examined the material, he identified what he believed were inconsistencies, exaggerations and possible fabrications that challenged the accepted version of events.
The podcast uses access to Susan’s emails, diaries and investigative notes, alongside previously unheard witness interviews, to reassess how the case against Quincy Cross was built and why it may have begun to unravel.
Ray speaks publicly for the first time in the series, describing his attempt to balance his relationship with his mother against the new information he has uncovered and its potential consequences.
Beth Karas said: “I have been uncovering deceit, helping people fight for justice and giving them answers for years. My Mother’s Lies tells a story that isn’t just about a murder or a conviction – it’s about what happens when a compelling story is allowed to replace the truth.”
All episodes are available now for subscribers to The Binge, with wider release across major podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
