We are Wake Tech Podcast Ep. 52: Valerie Bauerlein and Dr. Scott Ralls Talk ‘The Devil at His Elbow'

Wake Tech President Dr. Scott Ralls sits down with Wall Street Journal reporter and author Valerie Bauerlein to discuss her powerful new book, The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty. In this thoughtful conversation, Valerie shares how years of reporting and deep research shaped her understanding of the Murdaugh family — a story of privilege, tragedy, and power in the modern South. Dr. Ralls and Valerie explore the intersection of journalism and justice, the challenges of uncovering hidden truths, and how small-town communities handle the weight of generational secrets coming to light. 🎧 Tune in for an insightful discussion on storytelling, integrity, and the pursuit of truth — a reminder that learning can happen in the most unexpected places. ABOUT THIS EPISODE This episode of the We Are Wake Tech Podcast features an in-depth conversation about investigative journalism, the Murdaugh family legacy, and the real-life reporting behind The Devil at His Elbow. Perfect for listeners interested in true crime, journalism ethics, and the Alex Murdaugh case. GUEST Valerie Bauerlein – Reporter, The Wall Street Journal Author of The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty HOST Dr. Scott Ralls – President, Wake Technical Community College Wake Tech: https://www.waketech.edu We Are Wake Tech Podcast: https://www.waketech.edu/about-wake-t... #WeAreWakeTech #WakeTech #Podcast #TrueCrime #AlexMurdaugh #SouthernHistory #InvestigativeJournalism #WallStreetJournal #ValerieBauerlein #TheDevilAtHisElbow #ScottRalls #EducationPodcast #JournalismEthics #Storytelling