Murdered on a Deserted Island | Sea Wind Case Analysis
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
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Just shows you how prevalent bad neighbors are if you can even find some on a freakin’ deserted island.
Note to self: If I'm ever on a deserted island with people I don't like, get the heck off of that island. Thank you for another exceptional analysis, Dr. Grande! 🌻
exactly. stubborness cost them their lives. wonder why they stayed.
@@helensmith8325 Well tbf they lost their lives because some scumbag chose to murder them.
@@eadweard. but the scumbag was an obvious scumbag, so it was risky staying there
@@helensmith8325 Graham insisted on staying even tho Eleanor was adamant about leaving. Too bad he didn't listen to her 😔
This note still works if we remove "I don't like"
What are the odds? Sail hundreds of miles to visit a deserted island and encounter murderous psychopaths.
...and murderous psychopaths are everywhere. They just feel freer in places where nobody can see them.
The ole West of the high seas
Higher than you think.
It’s really sad 😢. I wish the sweet couple, the Graham’s had taken off as soon as Buck took all the cigarettes.
They are everywhere,
I saw the dramatization of this story on A&E and was so annoyed at Malcolm. He thought he could handle himself but then why take the risk. Swallow your pride and enjoy the rest of your life.
Couldn't agree more, I would have been out of there as clearly this Buck guy was deranged.. The pacific is a big place with thousands of other identical islands that don't have Buck on them.
Some people are just oblivous to clear signs of danger and let their ego get the best of them. A fatal mistake a lot of times.
I feel the same way exactly as you said it. He was overconfident and didn't perceive the danger. All the signs were there. Strange couple, antisocial behavior, scumbag, no means to support themselves, the desperation, and a gun owner.
It's exactly the kind of situation a sensible person would have noped out of. You know gone sailing back to Hawaii for a year and return later.
What was also sad, was that Graham’s wife, Eleanor ( Muff ), was having awful premonitions of this-their final boat excursion. She told a friend just prior to leaving that they wouldn’t return, and even when the friend inquired in regards to Muff staying home, Muff responded that she couldn’t do that, knowing that her husband was “gone” without her-that she would never forgive herself, should she remain behind at home. Besides she loved Mac, and would have been heartsick without him.
Yep, and his arrogance got his wife killed.
Seriously, all the signs were there that remaining alone on the island with the armed and desperate couple was a very bad idea. I think it was Malcolm’s ego more than his inflexibility that got in the way of his sense. He wasn’t about to be pushed around and back down and leave because of Buck. Malcolm should have considered his wife’s safety was more important than his ego. They should have just sailed away at the same time as the last set of visitors and called the Coast Guard to rescue Buck and Stephanie.
Yes!! They'd made their beautiful journey, why put danger over safety at the end?
They could have left with the others, and gone on to their next adventure, taking wonderful memories with them.
What a tragically sad waste.
Yes - It's Easy to see what they SHOULD have Done , looking back on the Situation Now . . But as the Old saying goes "HINDSIGHT Is 20/20 " !
Or just let them starve to death.
Exactly!
You are so right. Muff and Mac should have sailed away at the same time as the last yacht to leave. The other yachties were very wary of the rogue couple, and warned Mac.
I remember this event. It was horrible. I was always surprised the GRAHAMS stayed on the island with Buck still there. I think Mr Graham was stubborn and no one was going to intimidate him to leave. So sad.
Sometimes the best thing to do is just adjust to the reality you find yourself in, accept your disappointment, and sail away.
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nah, he should have killed the other guy first
This is the story that Vincent Bugliosi's book "And the Sea will tell" was about. An excellent book, excellent commentary by Dr. Grande, and an excellent miniseries (from the 80's with Rachel Ward).
Vincent Bugliosi thought he was the best lawyer that ever lived in that book. The story and movie; however, was riveting.
"And the Sea Will Tell" is an outstanding book, so well-written, I couldn't put it down. It's one of the best true crime books I've ever read. The TV movie/miniseries from 1991 holds up pretty well, In addition to Rachel Wood, Richard Crenna, Diedre Hall and James Brolin starred.
If it’s anything like Helter Skelter it’s no wonder it’s a good book, because it’s a complete work of fiction!
Thanks! Always on the hunt for a good book. I found Vincent's Helter Skelter to be riveting when I read it decades ago. He had a huge ego but I found him to be an interesting, intelligent man and a great story teller. While he delves deep into the mind of murderers he also took the time to show respect and mourn the victims.
Fabulous book
Great analysis. The ending comment about Buck didn’t know how to make a plan and Malcolm didn’t know how to deviate from a plan was a profound observation that definitely would have made this tragic horrific event turn out very different.
This is like the plot of a horror movie. Unreal. May the victims RIP
Not really because Malcolm and his wife would’ve left anytime they wanted, thus avoiding the whole thing. This is more like the plot of an after school education special.
Flexibility is a key survival trait, then.
Eleanor was the only smart one in that relationship, sadly. Interestingly, listening to stories like this, is one of the ways 'common sense' is formed. You hear about the mistakes of others, and then avoid making those same mistakes yourself in the future.
Yes! I notice that people who do not read often lack common sense due to inexperience! Leading many vicarious lives informs!
@@bthomson Yes. Common Sense has a definition. It's KNOWLEDGE LEARNED THROUGH EXPERIENCE. Either your own experiences or the experiences of others you have learned about or read about. We all build up a data-bank of life experiences as we progress along in our lifetimes. Sadly, some learn slowly. Others never seem to learn from their mistakes and keep making the same mistakes over and over and over.
👍for common sense!
They were two hard-headed men: Mac and Buck, the one a success, and the other a criminal
Dr Grande never disappoints with his content and his humour.
Ain’t that the truth! How he does it with a straight face is a mystery to me.
@@Peter_Morris that’s not hard
@@Peter_Morris on like
@@janetf.8459 humor?
Right!!! So monotone but savage
I like the deadpan look when making a joke! Your videos are great linear timelines of what happens in the cases you explore and your reasoning logical. Thank you for your analyses.
I'm just speculating but it seems I daily find myself in a situation like this, that situation is watching Dr. Grande.
Yeah I'm finding that as well
Stephanie Stearns got off because Vincent Bugliosi was brilliant. Why he defended her is beyond me but the catch-phrase from his defense of her was "consciousness of innocence." According to the defense, she repeatedly made statements that unwittingly indicated she genuinely didn't know what Buck did. Critical thinking would have enlightened her but she didn't have any of that either; she was in love with Buck and completely relied on him. If there's a smidgen of an iota of a chance that she didn't know what he did at the time he did it, it is believable that she did not ask questions after the fact, and relied only on whatever lies Buck told her - because she did not want to know the truth. Wilful ignorance is not a new concept.
Women are often innocent until proven guilty and men guilty until proven innocent.
That is just an open lie. There is no chance that she did not know what Buck did. The Grahams were missing, and they stole their boat. Maybe the jury were mesmerized by Bugliosi
@@justnoted2995 Yes, having a celebrity for your attorney more or less stacks the deck, doesn't it?
Just noted Agree. Stephanie had to have known what her loser boyfriend did and she most likely helped in some way
She was guilty as can be. She got away w murder. What a sleaze that Stephanie was. Disgusting. And bugliosi knew she was guilty.
This was a very suspenseful analysis especially when you added so many people were leaving the island because of Buck and Stephanie. Eww creepy Too bad they didn’t have the instincts to get out of there!
Linda Muff wanted to leave but couldn’t convince Mac. Too bad - Mac and Muff would have had their lives and with any luck Buck and the moron Stephanie would have died
Another captivating analysis. I read Bugliosi's book years ago and wondered how he could defend Stephanie Stearns.
Because that is what defense attorneys do.
bugliosi was a crook among crooks
Because you are assumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Do you think this is a bad thing? Or do you think the government should be able to imprison people at random without trial?
@@johnqpublic2718 Why do you say that? I'm curious
Tiger But Stephanie lied a lot - no way was she innocent among other reasons
A great analysis for a horrific crime. Congrats on surpassing One Million Subscribers - very cool.
Thanks for putting the video up.
I started reading a book about this case. Buck was clueless. He thought that he could grow weed on the island but didn’t have a reliable way of getting it from the island to wherever it was that he was supposed to sell it. He didn’t consider if there was a source of fresh water on the island. Unprepared slacker.
Do you think this is surprising?
They were afraid that the swordfish would finish the job 😆. Great analysis, I am one of your followers who suggested it. I read Vincent Bugliosis book and saw the miniseries. Both of those accounts portrayed Stephanie as innocent. Vincent made a great case for reasonable doubt but you made a great case for her guilt. Thanks for the video, it’s a fascinating case and I enjoyed the other perspective
Lol! Who knows, maybe it was the swordfish that killed the couple and Buck and Stephanie were just trying to get away, before the fish came after them!
If you're interested in seeing the prosecution's perspective, this case is one of the first episodes of the TV show _The FBI Files_ made back in the 90's - you can watch it on a couple of channels here on UA-cam. It's excellent because they interview the FBI investigators from Hawaii (who explain the challenges of investigating a crime on a remote island) _and_ the friend of the Graham's that they were regularly checking in with via radio (also the person who raised the alarm). I can't recall if it was this or another program but I've also watched an interview with the couple who were the last boat to leave Palmyra before the murders, and they didn't paint a pretty picture of Stephanie & Buck.
I have hard time believe Stephanie was innocent! She had to be guilty to some degree!
The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
These older cases have me at the edge of my seat. I was sooo hoping that the Grahams weren't the victims, but why wouldn't Malcolm just get himself and hid wife far away from that couple??
Very interesting case Dr. Grande, and I was happy hearing you explain the geographical information of where this case occurred, geography was always my worst subject.
Loved the Swordfish comments too! ;D
You would think that that would have been the last place on earth to encounter such nightmare neighbors! Thanks for covering this story!
I remember reading the long book and watching the movie.
There were other people on the island with the Graham’s and the 2 criminals for awhile.
The others left the island but Graham insisted they stay longer.
His wife was terrified of Buck and Stephanie and wanted to leave when the others did.
Thank you Dr. Grande.
If anything I'd believe that malcom was responsible for her death. She was afraid and he didn't listen to her
@@yvette3970
I agree.
She wanted to leave when the other groups left.
As someone who was cruising on a sailboat in the '80s, this was a horrific story I had heard about back then. I've been in remote places where it was imperative to be prepared to be alone, whether on an island or open water, and be to equipped. This life style is not for the faint-hearted or someone with a big ego. That awful couple, with their starving dogs...horrific.
Your razor wit, perfect timing and special blend of sarcasm is the best. Sometimes I find myself laughing at one of your lines all over again long after I’ve viewed your videos.😊
Boat version of the witness protection program because it testified against the mafia or something hahaha 😂😂😂 Thanks for the laughs and as always great analysis, Dr Grande 👍❤️⚔️🔥🐴
That made me laugh hard too!
Swordfish as villain!
I know most will disagree with me. But if she actively participate in the murders, they had the entire ocean to dispose of both bodies. It would have been impossible to take them to trial if that woman had not found the box.
I think that’s a really good point. He didn’t want her to know.
Yesss !!
J Marie Yes but Buck did take measures to ensure they would not be found. Placing them in the box and placing wire around the box. If she had nothing to do with it why did she tell so many lies and contradictions? She’s a murderer too!
They tortured Muff to death to get the money, not the $400 but the over $5000 they had stolen from the Grahams then buried her on the beach. That's why her body was found there. Read . The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
That was a major point made by her defense.
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Can kitty sail?
The Grahams should have left almost immediately. What did they expect from people who are low life and have no supplies?
This was a made for tv movie as well. I think it was "And the Sea Will Tell". Very good book and movie.
I first heard about this case from one of the first episodes of the TV show _The FBI Files_ made back in the 90's (you can find it on a couple of channels here on UA-cam). It's excellent because they interview the FBI investigators from Hawaii (who explain the challenges of investigating a crime on a remote island) _and_ the friend of the Graham's that they were regularly checking in with via radio (also the person who raised the alarm). There's also an interview with the couple who were the last boat to leave Palmyra before the murders, and they didn't paint a pretty picture of Stephanie & Buck... I'm still surprised that the Graham's didn't just sail a good distance away, call the Coast Guard to pick the Gruesome Twosome up, and then sail back to enjoy Palmyra alone. Such a shame.
This story has always made me sad.. You did a hood job telling it….And YES. both of these horrible people are guilty of murder.
Ahree. I can’t believe Bugliosi defended her - she had to have been guilty
"Was the boat afraid that the swordfish would find it again and finish the job?". Dr. Grande, you always manage to crack me up with your cleverly timed one liners. So good. You are a natural my friend. 😂 Thanks for the video!
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I love the stories on this channel that are cautionary tales. I wouldn't have known about most of these cases without Dr. Grande highlighting them as topics. These stories are a a lesson for idealists, the overly optimistic, and those who venture off the beaten path unprepared. In my experience, if ideals or fantasies take you to a remote place, literally or figuratively, you will find a sociopath or two who thrive in either the open-heartedness of the sojourners or who need the remoteness to avoid detection.
What an interesting case - and analysis. I have never heard of this one before but it's like Gilligan's Island meets Lord of the Flies. Crazy stuff happens when people are off the grid without a large audience to keep them accountable. Thanks for keeping it interesting, and having such a diverse bunch of content, Dr. G!
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I'll always think of boats as being afraid of swordfish, lol. It baffles me that Malcolm wouldn't leave. My husband and I were in a remote place in the mountains once, and another couple showed up, and it just didn't feel right being along with them in such a remote place. They gave us the willies. We left quickly, and years later, I still feel nervous thinking about it. The couple in this video seem like remarkable people, what a sad story.
Love your humor, Doc Grande!! I'm intently listening to your story and a very unexpected joke makes me laugh and feel grateful that you create crime humor, like no other youtuber.
Dr. Grande, you're the best! Thank you for highlighting that weak point: The inability or refusal to deviate from a plan. Flexibility is key - _"Survival of the most adaptable,"_ (an important nuance in reference to being "the fittest") as one of my favorite anthropology professors stated. 👍
Interesting to note Malcom thought his .357 would keep him safe. The best defense is always to avoid the scenario.
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Dr.Grande, please discuss the Phillip Markoff (Craigslist Killer/medical student) case from around 2009. A lot to analyze.
Markoff's problem was he kept repeating the same bad behavior expecting a different outcome =
INSANITY
Dr. Grande did a video on Markoff about one year ago.
@@bthomson No he didn't. I checked.
GR RK. - Sorry! I saw That Chapter and thought it was a Grande! 😑
Excellent story, very interesting case.
That Maxwell must have been stubborn, I would have just left.
There is little to restrain convicts when there are no authorities around.
Thank you for the video.
I think he underestimated how dangerous Buck was and his ego wouldn't let him leave the island and it got him and his wife killed unfortunately
Great final roundup of this one👌🏻: '1 didn't know how to make a plan & the other did not wish to break his plan...' Such a shame, they should have left when they had the chance... 🏝️
This is such a sad case. I first read about it a few years ago. It has stuck with me. The Graham’s seemed like good people , looking forward to being home close to their grandchildren but they was stolen from them. Great analysis, Dr Grande.
The Grahams didn’t have kids let alone grandkids. Still sad though. Another really sad yachting murder case is about Tom and Jackie Hawks who lived on their boat in Newport Beach CA. They were horrifically murdered and dumped at sea in 2004 when a loser couple pretended they want to buy the Hawks boat
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Max and Muff were my aunt and uncle. That was their nicknames. It was a sad time when they just stopped communicating. Sadder when we heard they were murdered. We are from San Diego. Yes, my Aunt was afraid of these people, and their dog, but my Uncle didn't want to seem afraid.
So, yes. it was his choice to stay and got them murdered. This broke my Grandmothers heart. I'm told they found my Aunt's skull in the sand and made Malcom walk the plank.
Good story, first time hearing it.
I have the book by Vincent Bugliosi! Heartbreaking! Thank You, again!
The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
Love your delivery! 😄 Would you consider analyzing the case of Debora Green? Ann Rule's book Bitter Harvest about that case was fascinating. Thanks, and I really enjoy your videos!
Imagine in one episode we start with the exculpatory evidence, it would blow my mind! 😂 Great episode Dr Grande 👍
OMG! in the 1880s (i believe) an ancestor of mine was shipwrecked on this island en route from Australia to san francisco. the ship was called the henry james and the captain and first mate rowed vast distances to Samoa. The passengers were finally rescued after over 40 days on the atoll.
Thank you Dr. Grande for your analysis on this case. I recall it from a true crime show years ago, it made me feel so sad for Eleanor. I definitely agree that Stephanie was, at least, an accomplice of the crime. I wish that Malcolm and Eleanor just have left and changed their plans.
I always appreciate your analysis, Dr. Grande. Thank you for providing so much quality content! 😊
Ok i really appreciated your jokes about the boat witness protection program to hide from the threatening swordfish, so good
You really are sensational Doctor Todd.
Thanks so much for your always, very fine work.
I read the book.
You were very nice explaining Buck. According to the book, he was a monster.
Stephanie wasn't much better
Always interesting
Thank you.
Peace 💕🇺🇲
I agree, Stephanie evaded true justice. I believe she even went on to make a very good living in the tech sector (?). As for Malcom, his stubbornness and perhaps machismo was his and his wife's undoing.
I saw a long documentary on this case a few years ago. It was chilling.
I wish that people would learn that there is nothing wrong with giving in to a situation, such as walking away, sailing away and relinquishing plan A for plan A somewhere safe. Too much pride can also be dangerous.
This is one of the most fascinating - and horrific - of all double murders. That poor couple. The story captured my attention at a time when I was so deeply immersed in my own career that almost nothing outside of that phased me. I still have my paperback copy of the story of these murders, "And the Sea Will Tell," by Vincent Bugliosi, the attorney who prosecuted Charles Manson and also wrote a book about those murders, "Helter Skelter." "And The Sea Will Tell" was made into an outstanding 1991 TV movie with an all-star cast. Glad this crime made Dr. Grande's list.
The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
I don't could I read his book on the case. Pretty sick he got that woman acquitted
Good morning, everyone! Thank you Dr Grande!
One of my favorite true crime books. Nicely covered.
The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
Very sad ending for a couple who had dreams for a life time. I am pleased someone was found guilty, so often zero justice is applied. As we see in the acquittal of the accomplice.
Dr. Grande, as always your analysis is greatly aporeciated. Your insights and explanations help to understand the unfortunate happings around us. Keep up the humor! With a smile your way, take care and see you on the next one!
If there’s one lesson that can be had from Dr. Grande’s videos, it is be very careful who you go to deserted islands with…or maybe don’t go at all.
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One of my favorite reads! So happy to hear your analysis Dr. G.
The sword fish joke got me 😄😄😄
I applaud your wonderful sense of dry stirred humor. It adds a nice extra to your very interesting videos. I called “amused learning”. Thank you 🙏
I've never seen this Case covered before!
Thanks for the chuckles with the boat protection program on this gloomy morning🙏🙏🙏🙆
Once again putting an overconfidence on having a handgun available to deal with evil, instead of acknowledging it, weighing anchor and moving on.
Hello Dr.Grande, thank you for the very interesting analysis videos. This case was interesting and kind of strange. I tend to feel the same way you do. Love to follow you and listen to the different cases you bring to us, thank you for sharing. Best Regards.
the boat protection program and swordfish jokes are too good
Love the string lighting.
And The Sea Will Tell by Vincent Bugliosi was a great book about this case. I read it a few years ago. Fascinating story.
Yes I think it may be better than Helter Skelter.
The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
It's hard to believe that Mr. Graham chose to stay and risk their lives.
I do love your sense of humor.
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I read the book on this years ago. So tragic. Must have been terrifying.
Amazing Malcolm wouldn't leave the island, when they were obviously in a vulnerable position. He had a responsibility to look out for the safety of his wife, and he failed miserably at that. He should have left the island, then I'm sure Buck and Stephanie would have tried to sail their boat at some point, and probably drowned somewhere in the pacific. Also the world would have been spared another moronic Bugliosi book, which is always a positive.
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The fact Stephanie got off basically scot-free is disgusting. *The gender bias towards women in the courtroom is unreal!*
Plenty of women are convicted. Look at the number of years men get for rape. Now that's a JOKE!
Brock Turner!
@@zenamen5221 What an irrational remark.
@@zenamen5221 what about women that sexually assault children?
And so you don't have to pretend to respond like the disingenuous person you are. Wha bou men?
Maybe she reminded Bugliossi of his mother and that's why he fought so hard for her 🤔
Can you cover the British murder case of Billie-Jo Jenkins?
Thanks, Doc.
Dr. Grande keeps a straight face when I would crack! 🤪 Would love to hear your analysis of the Thomas and Jackie Hawke murders. What a compelling case.
‘They planned to plant marijuana seeds and sell it. The bugs 🐛 ate the seeds before they had a chance to grow.’
That really nipped their plan in the bud. 🤣
The best closing sentence ever!
Stephanie's defense attorney was Vincent Bugliosi, who wrote a bestseller book, "And the Sea Will Tell." Great read in league (my opinion) as his Manson book, "Helter Skelter." Of course, Bugliosi is writing from a defense attorney's pov and he had to believe that Stephanie was innocent. He paints her as a bumbling airhead trying to help a man (Buck) despite the evidence that Buck came off of scary and controlling. Personally, I think she was afraid of him.
Once again, thank you Dr. Grande for a razor-sharp analysis of this case.
All too often, women get off. The jury doesn't want to believe that a woman could do something like this, and if she cries on the stand, they fall for it. In reality, women can be just as devious and criminal as men and should pay the same price as men.
She wasn’t afraid of him and never said she was. She was just as guilty
The way better and more truthful book is Final Argument by Thomas Bucy.
@@georgialee6755 She dated 3 violent offenders.. It was her "thing".
This story is very well told in a book, And the Sea Will Tell.
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I 100% agree with your analysis. It is sickening that she got away with murder just because she had a top defence lawyer, being Vincent Bugliosi. Don't know how defence lawyers sleep easy when they must know deep down that they have got a murderer off the hook. It is not fair & not right..!😠
😂 Rename & paint the boat so the swordfish couldn't find it... 😂😂
Great content doc
When you read Bugliosi's book "And the Sea Will Tell," you do not get the impression either defense attorney thought she was innocent contrary to Bugliosi's assertions. The jury came close to hanging twice and the judge declaring a mistrial. The jury agreed on the third return to the deliberating room, which is when they acquitted her.
Another great analysis and beautiful shirt. Your humor is delicious; perfectly tailored to stick it to old Buck. ❤️