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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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Horror in Ohio: Woman Cooks Newborn Daughter to Keep a Man

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Jan. 9, 2025

Horror in Ohio: Woman Cooks Newborn Daughter to Keep a Man

In a housing complex in Dayton, Ohio, China Arnold lived with her children and boyfriend, Terrell Talley. On August 30, 2005, a dispute over the paternity of their child, Paris, turned physical. In response, China placed her…

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Horror in Ohio: Woman Cooks Newborn Daughter to Keep a Man

Jan. 6, 2025

Sculpture Leads to Breakthrough in 50-Year-Old Cold Case, DNA Not Enough

A forensic artist sculpted the face of a Jane Doe from a 1973 cold case to identify her. The victim was discovered murdered near Foundry Road and Taylor Road in Lincoln, Virginia. Despite years of investigation, the case rem…

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Sculpture Leads to Breakthrough in 50-Year-Old Cold Case, DNA Not Enough

Dec. 26, 2024

Two Lives Lost: The Murders of Kelvi McCray and Lauren Fields

This episode delves into the tragic tales of Kelvi McCray and Lauren Smith Fields.

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Two Lives Lost: The Murders of Kelvi McCray and Lauren Fields

Dec. 12, 2024

Murdered by Her Own Family for Alleged Demons - The Amy Burney Story

In April 1997, a bright and innocent girl named Amy Burney lost her life due to the neglect of those who should have protected her. Despite warning signs, no action was taken and she was left in the care of those who caused …

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Murdered by Her Own Family for Alleged Demons - The Amy Burney Story

Dec. 6, 2024

Exotic Dancer Murdered After Performance in Mayor's Mansion

Tamara Greene, also known as "Strawberry" during her days as an exotic dancer, was fatally shot in 2003 - just months after she reportedly performed at a party held at the Manoogian Mansion in Detroit. While never officially…

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Exotic Dancer Murdered After Performance in Mayor's Mansion

Nov. 26, 2024

She Was Murdered by a Deceitful Lover and Buried in the Woods

Kayla Kelley was a stunning, confident woman who fell for the charms of a deceitful man and paid the ultimate price. As she pursues her deepest longing, Kayla becomes entangled in Kevin's disturbing secret, ultimately leadin…

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She Was Murdered by a Deceitful Lover and Buried in the Woods

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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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