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It's About Damn Crime

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Tired of hearing the same old true crime stories? Then you've come to the right place! Welcome to It's About Damn Crime. A true crime podcast where co-hosts Brittney and Justine discuss true crime cases featuring people of color. So please give it a listen. Promise some of these cases will be brand new to you!
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Episodes

Ep. 130- The Downtown Posse

In 1992, in Dayton, Ohio, 4 teens went on a 3 day killing spree that started on Christmas Eve and referred to themselves as "The Downtown Posse". We finish this episode off with stranger danger stories (of course) and farewell messages from our amazing listeners. "So long, farewell, to you, my friends. Goodbye, for now, until we meet again." -'Out of the Box' Goodbye Song Email- [email protected] Justine- @justinie_v Brittney- IG: @oh_brittney , Twitter- @BrittneyLitz Scott- @scottsogo...

Dec 25, 20191 hr 16 min

Ep. 129- Shannon Siders

On the morning of July 18, 1989, Bob Siders came home to find his 18 year old daughter, Shannon Siders, missing. And even though her body was found a few months later, the case for Shannon goes cold. It isn't until 22 years later, when her case is re-opened, that secrets are spilled and details are revealed as to what happened to Shannon. Email- [email protected] Website- ItsAboutDamnCrime.com

Dec 18, 201959 min

Ep. 128- Ruby McCollum

In 1952, Ruby McCollum, the wealthiest black woman in Live Oak, Florida, went into Dr. Adams office and shot him. Now, Dr. Adams was a prominent white doctor, so the question on everyone's mind was, "Why would Ruby kill good ol' Doc Adams?". The answer is revealed when her lawyer goes to see her. Email- [email protected] Website- ItsAboutDamnCrime.com

Dec 11, 20191 hr 1 min

Ep. 127- Kelly Forbes

This week we start off the episode with a huge announcement and then we lead into the story of Kelly Forbes who was charged with strangling & killing her husband, Michael Forbes. She claimed it was self defense, but after questioning her, it started looking like that wasn't the case. Email: [email protected] Website: ItsAboutDamnCrime.com

Dec 04, 201959 min

Ep. 126- Mulatto Axe Murders

From 1911-1912, 49 people, predominately black and mixed race, were murdered with an axe in Texas and Louisiana. There were many theories, people questioned, and even an arrest but to this day, the serial killer(s) has never been caught. Reference- http://troytaylorbooks.blogspot.com/2014/01/the-mulatto-ax-murders-1911-1912.html From 11/29- 12/1- get 15% OFF your IADC merch at shop.spreadshirt.com/ItsAboutDamnCrime (no code needed) Email- [email protected] Website- ItsAboutDamnCrime.co...

Nov 20, 20191 hr 9 min

Ep. 125- Julie & Sam

On May 21st, 2010, Julie Kibuishi's body was found in Sam Herr's bed with Sam no where to be found. Automatically, everyone thought that Sam had killed Julie and went on the run. That is, until a teen boy was found using Sam's debit card and when questioned, revealed a clue that took the investigation down another path. Please send your stranger danger stories to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com and click on the SD tab. From 11/13- 11/16, visit https://shop.sprea...

Nov 13, 20191 hr 1 min

Ep. 124- James Byrd Jr.

This week we talk about one of the hardest stories; the death of James Byrd Jr. James was a black man who was dragged 3 miles behind a truck by 3 white men in Jasper, TX in 1998. It's very heartbreaking so be sure to have a tissue ready. Send your stranger dangers to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the form. Twitter & Snapchat- IADCpodcast Facebook, FB Group, Instagram- It's About Damn Crime...

Nov 06, 20191 hr 12 min

Ep. 123- Live Show!

We just did our first ever live show this past weekend and since we wanted to involve the crowd we decided to do Stranger Dangers. So here it is and we hope you all enjoy! Also, we apologize for the feedback from the mics in the first few minutes. Hope you all have an amazing & safe Halloween! If you have a stranger danger story you'd like to share, send it to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the form. Twitter & Snapchat- IADCpodcast FB, FB Gr...

Oct 30, 201939 min

Ep. 122- Damilola & Cristian

In this episode, we present you with a patreon episode we released last year #RIPpatreon The first case is about 10 year old Damilola Taylor who was left to die after having an altercation with a gang. The second case is about 12 year old Cristian Fernandez who murdered his 2 year old half brother, David Galarraga. From 10/23-10/25, automatically get FREE SHIPPING on your IADC merch at Shop.Spreadshirt.com/ItsAboutDamnCrime Don't forget to grab your $5 Alternative Babe Live Show tickets at ItsAb...

Oct 23, 20191 hr 13 min

Ep. 121- The United Nation of Islam

This week the girls get together to talk about Brittney’s favorite subject: CULTS. Specifically, the UNOI, a religious group started by a man named Royall Jenkins, who calls himself “Royall, Allah in person”, and claims to have had traveled in spaceships with angels. Thing’s get crazier than this so be sure to tune in to find out more. ALSO! Don’t forget to get your tickets to see us at the ALTERNATIVE BABE LIVE SHOW on Oct. 26 at 8pm at the Pole Fitness Studio! Tickets are only $5! Send your st...

Oct 16, 201956 min

Ep. 120- Josephine & Jacqueline

Due to an abusive childhood, Josephine Verellen, along with her sister, Jacqueline, had become obsessed with collecting objects, aka "hoarding". And the worse part? Josephine's two children were also living there, so it was no surprise when CPS was called for the first time, and it wouldn't be the last. That is, until her kids were going to be taken away for good. If you know have seen or have any info regarding the whereabouts of Michelle Enfield, a transgender Native American woman & activ...

Oct 09, 201948 min

Ep. 119- Yvette Cade

Yvette Cade met a man named Roger Hargrave. The two got married, but it all soon fell apart when Roger started drinking heavily and became abusive. Yvette would finally leave Roger but that didn't stop him from stalking her and eventually doing the unthinkable. If you or someone you may know is experiencing domestic violence, please visit thehotline.org, the advocates are available 24/7 365 days a year. You can also call them at 800-799-7233. Don't forget to get your tickets for the Alternative ...

Oct 02, 201955 min

Ep. 118- Patti Adkins

Questions and suspicions arise when 29 year old Patricia "Patti" Adkins goes missing after heading out after work for a romantic getaway with a man named Brian Flowers, a man who Patti had a secret relationship with. For more information about Patti, visit CharlyProject.com and if you have any information about her disappearance, please call the Union County Sheriff's Office crime tip hotline at 937-642-7653. Have a stranger danger story you'd like to share? Send it to [email protected]...

Sep 25, 20191 hr 15 min

Ep. 117- Deborah & Lisa

On June 10th 1998, Deborah Glinton wrote a journal entry about how her husband, Roscoe, “accidentally” dropped a plugged-in-blow dryer into her bath. 10 days later, she goes missing but Roscoe was never convicted. Then in 2005, 8 month pregnant Lisa Eatmon’s body was found floating in the Hudson River and guess who the father was? Roscoe Glinton. Coincidence?! We think not! Send your stranger danger stories & audio's to [email protected] or visit ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out t...

Sep 11, 201950 min

Ep. 116- La Madrina

Griselda Blanco, aka La Madrina aka Black Widow aka Cocaine Godmother, was a Colombian drug lord of the Medellin Cartel and trafficked drugs into Miami, New York, and southern California during the 70’s & 80’s and it is said that she is responsible for up to 200 deaths. We apologize for the audio sounding weird. You can send your stranger danger stories & audio to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the SD form. Visit https://shop.spreadshirt.com...

Sep 04, 20191 hr

Ep. 115- Akia Eggleston

On May 7, 2017, 22-year-old Akia Eggleston, who was 8 months pregnant, failed to show up to her own baby shower. When family members grew concerned, they found out that no one had actually heard from her or seen her since May 3rd. She vanished without a trace and is still missing to this day. Anyone with information about Akia Eggleston’s disappearance is asked to contact the FBI’s Baltimore Field Office at 410-265-8080 or get in touch with the Black & Missing Foundation at blackandmissingin...

Aug 21, 20191 hr 2 min

Ep. 114- Cyntoia Brown

We're sure that you've heard the story of Cyntoia Brown, a 16 year old girl who was sentenced to life for killing 43 year old Johnny Allen on Aug 6, 2004, so not only do we talk about that night but we also give you a back story on her life and what led her there. We give you a little back story on Johnny Allen, as well. You can send your Stranger Danger story to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the SD form. If you have an audio, you can send that to ...

Aug 14, 20191 hr 13 min

Ep 113- Shauna Tiaffay

Shauna Tiaffay was a cocktail waitress in good ole Las Vegas who had recently split up with her husband, George. On Sept. 29th, 2012, George & their daughter stop by Shauna's house and that's when they find her body. Turns out, after being questioned, George has an alibi and detectives don't know where to look. That is, until a tip comes in from a stranger that opens a whole new can of worms. To submit your stranger danger story, please send it to [email protected] or head over to ...

Aug 07, 201957 min

Ep. 112- Jim Tan (Laundry)

Sorry not sorry for the "Jersey Shore" joke. Anywho! This week we discuss the case of Charlie Tan, who confessed to killing his father, Jim Tan, to protect his mother. But after looking through the evidence, this begs the question, "Who REALLY shot Jim Tan?". Was it Charlie OR was it really his mother. Also, what comes after the trial is shocking af! Have a stranger danger story you'd like to share? You can send it to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out ...

Jul 31, 20191 hr 12 min

Ep. 111- Reena Virk

On Nov. 22nd, 1997, in Saanich, British Colombia, 14-year-old Reena Virk's body had been found. Before that, rumors had already began to spread throughout her school about what had happened to her. It all took place on the night of Nov. 14th when she was invited to a "party" near a bridge and there is when things go horribly wrong. If you have a stranger danger story you'd like to share, you can send it to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the form. Fo...

Jul 24, 20191 hr 2 min

Ep. 110- Laura Garza

"Wrong place, wrong time." That's what detectives said about 25-year-old, Laura Garza, who went missing in the early hours of December 3rd, 2008 after a night out at a club in New York. Questioned were the two men she was seen leaving with that night, and it would take 2 years for one of them to be charged with murder. If you have a Stranger Danger story you'd like to share, you can send it to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the SD form. Social Media...

Jul 17, 201951 min

Ep. 109- Tracy Lundeen

What if you were a teenager who decided to help another teenager with their homework a few times and they all of a sudden became obsessed with you? So much so, that they begin stalking you. Well, that's what happened to Tracy Lundeen when she helped out Shawn Moul and it's one of the longest cases of stalking. Please send your Stranger Danger stories to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the form From 7/13-7/17, get FREE SHIPPING on our merch at Shop.Sp...

Jul 10, 20191 hr 2 min

Ep. 108- Andre "Angel" Melendez

In March 1996, a box washed up on the Staten Island shore with a dead body in it. 9 months later, after dental records were finally done, it was discovered the body was that of Andre “Angel” Melendez. Since March of that year, rumors had spread about who killed Angel, so when it was time for police to solve this case, it wasn’t very hard for them to find Angel’s killers. Please send us your Stranger Danger stories! You can head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the form OR send it to Its...

Jun 26, 20191 hr 24 min

Ep. 107- Ty Underwood

After aspiring nurse, Ty Underwood, settled into her new home in Tyler, TX, she decided it was time to start dating. She met a few guys on the dating apps, but one really caught her interest and the two started a secret relationship. Things were going well until the two got into a serious argument and this argument ended with murder. We need your Stranger Danger stories! Send them to [email protected] or head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the SD form under the SD tab. From ...

Jun 19, 20191 hr 14 min

Ep. 106- Kenia Monge

Since Father’s Day is coming up, we have a very special guest this episode AND we decided to do the case of Kenia Monge. Kenia was a 19 year old girl that went missing in downtown Denver on April 1, 2011. After her step dad finds a weird text on her phone from a stranger, he takes matters into his own hands & starts doing a little investigating himself. You can send your stranger danger stories to [email protected] OR head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill out the SD form. Soci...

Jun 12, 20191 hr 10 min

Ep. 105- Manling Williams

When Manling Williams accidentally left her front door unlocked before leaving the house, she returned a few hours later to a bloody scene; her husband and both sons had been murdered. Detectives first thought it could’ve been a break in, but after questioning Manling, they quickly learned that was not the case. P.S. Sorry for constantly clearing my throat in this episode. Love, Brittney. You can send in your stranger danger stories to: [email protected] or visit ItsAboutDamnCrime.com ...

Jun 05, 20191 hr 12 min

Ep. 104- Devin Moore and the GTA Controversy

This week, Brittney & Scott... that's right guys, it'll just be these two this episode, talk about the case of Devin Moore and how his shooting spree eventually sparked a controversy that begged the question, "Do violent video games make a killer?". Visit our apparel shop ( https://shop.spreadshirt.com/ItsAboutDamnCrime/) and enter the code SHIPIT19 to get FREE SHIPPING from 06/01- 06/04. Send your Stranger Danger stories to: Email- [email protected] Website- ItsAboutDamnCrime.com ...

May 29, 201956 min

Ep. 103- Larry Bright (more like Larry Dim)

Larry Bright seemed like a normal guy. That is, until he was arrested for theft and spent 2 years in prison. When he was released, he had changed; he wasn’t the same Larry anymore. From 2003 to 2004, he would do the unthinkable, all while choosing victims who were likely to keep quiet even if they did escape his murderous grasp. Don't forget to send us your Stranger Danger story! Email- [email protected] Website- ItsAboutDamnCrime.com Apparel site- https://shop.spreadshirt.com/ItsAbout...

May 22, 20191 hr 5 min

Ep. 102- Bali Suitcase Killers

In 2006, James Mack passed away and left behind his wife, Sheila von Wiese-Mack, & his 10 year old daughter, Heather. From then on, their mother-daughter relationship progressively got worse and grew extremely violent, but they always kept their family tradition: a family vacation. This time around, though, it would be the last vacation they would ever take together. Stay tuned for the blooper at the end and don’t forget to visit https://shop.spreadshirt.com/ItsAboutDamnCrime/ to get 15% OFF...

May 15, 20191 hr 17 min

Ep. 101- Prospect Serial Killer: Terry Blair

The Blair Family has had a bunch of run-ins with the law and is known as a notorious crime family in Kansas City, so it was no surprise when Terry Blair went down the same path. After being released from serving 21 years in prison, he started targeting sex workers from June to September 2004. At the end of his murder spree, he had murdered 9 women. If you have a stranger danger story you'd like to share please send it to: [email protected] OR head over to ItsAboutDamnCrime.com to fill ...

May 08, 201959 min
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