Murder In The BlackHarold & Thelma Swain: Murder at Bible Study
A stranger walked into a Georgia church and asked to speak with Harold Swain. Minutes later, Harold and his wife, Thelma, were dead. The church's telephone line had been cut, and the killer was gone. On March 11, 1985, Harold and Thelma Swain were murdered during Bible study at Rising Daughter Baptist Church near Waverly, Georgia. What followed was an investigation that would span decades, resulting in a wrongful conviction, an exoneration, and another suspect whose trial ended without a verdict. In this episode of Murder in the Black, Steph examines the eyewitness accounts, conflicting evidence, and a mysterious pair of safety glasses that became central to the investigation. But before the investigation, there were Harold and Thelma: a husband and wife who had built a life together, surrounded by family, faith, and community. More than 40 years later, their murders remain without a final legal resolution. We're showing our appreciation for our listeners with a gift card giveaway beginning Thursday, November 19! HOW TO ENTER: Head over to Apple Podcasts and leave Murder in the Black a 5-star rating and written review. Include your Instagram or TikTok handle in your review so we can identify you if you're selected. Make sure you're following Murder in the Black on your favorite podcast platform. Giveaway begins Thursday, November 19, 2026. Stay tuned for additional details and the winner announcement! Instagram: @murderintheblack TikTok: Murder in the Black Facebook: Murder in the Black Podcast Email: murderintheblackpodcast36@gmail.com If this episode stayed with you, share it with someone who appreciates thoughtful true-crime storytelling. Until next time, this is Murder in the Black. 🎁 MURDER IN THE BLACK — GRATEFUL NOVEMBER GIVEAWAY!CONNECT WITH MURDER IN THE BLACK
