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No Tears For Black Girls

No Tears For Black Girls is a podcast that uncovers the untold narratives of black women in true crime and missing persons cases, often ove…

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No Tears For Black Girls

Delve into the forgotten stories of black women in true crime and missing persons cases that are often hidden by the media’s blind eye. Written and produced by acclaimed writer John Reedburg and hosted by Samantha Paul. Don’t miss a single episode—subscribe now to stay informed! New episodes drop ev...

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Did She Do It? The Conviction of Natavia Lowery

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Oct. 14, 2024

Did She Do It? The Conviction of Natavia Lowery

In the pulsating heart of New York City, Linda Stein held dominion over an empire of music and real estate, her influence reverberating through the elite circles of Manhattan. A confidante to celebrities like Elton John and …

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Did She Do It? The Conviction of Natavia Lowery

Oct. 9, 2024

Sean Diddy Combs: 9 Lives Lost at Puff Daddy Charity Concert

Uncover the heart-wrenching details of the 1991 charity concert in Harlem that ended in disaster. In this episode, host Samantha Paul delves deep into the tragic events that took the lives of nine young souls at New York Cit…

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Sean Diddy Combs: 9 Lives Lost at Puff Daddy Charity Concert

Oct. 3, 2024

Elizabeth Sullivan: Missing and Then Murdered

In the quiet neighborhood of Liberty Station in San Diego, the disappearance and subsequent murder of Elizabeth Sullivan shocked the community and left lasting scars. Elizabeth's life, filled with complexity and contradictio…

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Elizabeth Sullivan: Missing and Then Murdered

Oct. 2, 2024

American Dream Shattered: The Makeva Jenkins Murder

The Jenkins family seemed to epitomize the American dream, with Makeva Jenkins, a successful businesswoman, leading a seemingly perfect life. But one night, this dream was shattered when Makeva was brutally murdered in her o…

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American Dream Shattered: The Makeva Jenkins Murder

Sept. 26, 2024

The Killer Within: The Murder That Shook Palmdale - LaNell Barsock Story

In this week's gripping episode of "No Tears For Black Girls," we delve into the shocking murder of LaNell Barsock, a promising young nurse with big dreams. Discover how a tragedy rooted in jealousy and betrayal unfolded in …

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The Killer Within: The Murder That Shook Palmdale - LaNell Barsock Story

Sept. 24, 2024

Self-Proclaimed Psychic Coerces Victim into Prostitution

Our latest episode dives deep into the chilling story of Gina Rita Russell, a con artist who used her supposed psychic abilities to manipulate and exploit vulnerable individuals for personal gain. From the bustling streets o…

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Self-Proclaimed Psychic Coerces Victim into Prostitution

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The Systemic Racism in Elijah Timmons' Case

In this blog post, we delve deeper into the complex and deeply troubling case of Elijah Timmons, a young Black man tragically killed by police in Hendersonville, North Carolina. This post expands upon our recent episode, Justice for Elijah Timmons: …

Natavia Lowery: A Case of Circumstantial Evidence?

The Life and Death of Linda Stein Linda Stein, a prominent figure in the New York City real estate and music industry, lived a life of luxury and influence. Her social circle included celebrities like Elton John and Whoopi Goldberg, and her success…

Sean 'Puffy' Combs and Heavy D: Their Roles in the 1991 Harlem Concert Tragedy

The 1991 Harlem Concert Tragedy: A Night of Celebration Turned Deadly On December 28, 1991, the City College of New York campus was buzzing with excitement. A star-studded charity concert featuring hip-hop icons like Sean 'Puffy' Combs, Heavy D, LL…

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About the Hosts

Samantha Paul

Host / Narrator

Journalist and True Crime enthusiast.

John Reedburg

Writer / Producer

John Reedburg is an award-winning author, filmmaker, and multimedia producer. In 2021, his book, Cracks of Light, was a Readers Favorite Book Award Winner for Urban Fiction, and an Amazon Top 10 listee. He holds MFA degrees in Creative Writing and Screenwriting/Directing from Antioch University, Los Angeles, and Chapman University respectively.
He is also an alumnus of USC’s Guy Hanks and Marvin Miller Screenwriting Fellowship Program. Most recently, he is the writer and creator of the podcast series, No Tears For Black Girls, recently rated by Feedspot as one of the top 20 Black True Crime Podcasts to watch in 2024.

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I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Great stories, fresh take on true crime

"I love these stories because they are narratives not heard in the media or other platforms. Listening to these stories being told is almost as reading a book or a morning newspaper about the latest c…"

SaNaya Naye | Sept. 24, 2023

Excellent Poscast

"Everything about this podcast is great! Very informative with excellent explanations as well as execution of the story. I also love the fact that there is not any annoying background noise/music that…"

Black Diamonddd78 | Feb. 27, 2024

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