About this episode

The episode explores the murder of Pastor Matthew Winkler in Selmer, TN, and its impact on the community.

In 2006, the quiet town of Selmer, TN, was shaken when Pastor Matthew Winkler was found dead in his home. What unfolded next pulled back the curtain on a seemingly perfect family and left a community reeling.

People in this episode

Host: Jessica Crowe

Topics covered

• true crime
• murder
• family dynamics
• community impact
• pastoral life

Keywords

• Pastor Matthew Winkler
• Selmer TN
• murder
• true crime
• family

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Selmer, TN

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