Midnight in Savannah: The Mysterious Life of Jim Williams | Grits With a Side of Murder

This week on Grits with a Side of Murder, Tammy is joined by the always-entertaining Sherri for a deep dive into a Southern gothic classic — the strange and suspenseful true story behind Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Sherri takes the reins this episode, sharing the fascinating life and murder trial of James Arthur Williams — a wealthy antiques dealer and historic preservationist who played a major role in restoring Savannah, Georgia to its former glory. But Williams wasn't just about chandeliers and charm… In 1981, a shocking death inside his lavish home turned his life into a courtroom saga that gripped the nation. After four separate trials and years of whispers and speculation, Williams was eventually acquitted — but not before becoming a central figure in one of the most famous true crime books of all time. 🔍 Was it self-defense or cold-blooded murder? 💼 How did a man so invested in preserving the past become part of such a scandalous future? 🌿 And what’s up with that cemetery scene? Whether you’re a fan of true crime, Southern history, or just love a good mystery wrapped in Spanish moss, this episode has it all! 🎙️ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join the Grits with a Side of Murder community for more retellings, laughs, and chilling true stories each week. =============================================== Listen To More of "Grits With a Side of Murder" https://gritswithasideofmurder.com// Support The Rank Podcast & Join Our Patreon:   / grits   Subscribe to The Rank Podcast → https://bit.ly/3EbJkPA =============================================== SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS ===============================================   / gritsandmurder     / gritswithasideofmurder   =============================================== #truecrimestories #truecrimecommunity #midnightinthegardenofgoodandevil #jimwilliams #jameswilliams #historicsavannah #truecrimepodcast #gritswithasideofmurder #crimeretelling #crimerecap #truecrimeaddiction #murdermystery #crimepodcast #truecrimetales