Black Girl Gone: A True Crime Podcast

Black Girl Gone: A True Crime Podcast

True crime with a new focus...shining a light on the all too often ignored cases of Black women and girls who have gone missing or have fallen victim to murder. Each episode takes you on a heart wrenching journey through the stories of these women and girls and the families they left behind. Join us as we work to uncover hidden truths and bring the stories of these women to the forefront. Together we can seek justice for the forgotten and give a voice to the voiceless. New episodes Now Available Wednesday

Episodes

September 25, 2025 34 mins
On February 14, 2020, 23-year-old Anitra Gunn disappeared in Fort Valley, Georgia. Four days later, her body was found in nearby woods, and the search for answers turned to her boyfriend, uncovering a pattern of control and violence that ended in tragedy. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Earnin Download The Earnin App in the App Store or Google Play Use Code GIRLGONE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On May 11, 2002, 21-year-old Mahogany Davis was murdered inside her Fairbanks, Alaska apartment while her three young children were just feet away. Despite reportedly speaking to police before she died, no one has ever been arrested. More than two decades later, her family is still searching for answers. Who killed Mahogany Davis — and why has her case remained unsolved for 23 years? SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Nutrafol.com/...
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September 12, 2025 34 mins
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September 10, 2025 43 mins
In 2006, 13-year-old Donnisha Hill disappeared after getting off the school bus in Waterloo, Iowa. Days later, her body was found across the state line in Illinois. The investigation revealed she had been the victim of sexual abuse and targeted in a murder-for-hire plot that shocked her community and devastated her family. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit Shopify.com/girlgone Bilt Visit Bilt.com/girlgone ZocDoc Visit Zo...
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Sixteen-year-old Janell Carwell vanished after Easter 2017. Nearly a year later, she was found, and her stepfather and mother were indicted. Seven years later, justice is still pending. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Visit www. Nutrafol.com/girlgone Earnin Download The Earnin App Today in The App Store or Google Play Store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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August 20, 2025 41 mins
On June 29, 2017, 33-year-old Makeva Jenkins was shot and killed inside her Florida home. A wife, mother of three, and successful entrepreneur, Makeva had dedicated her life to building a better future for her family. At first, her murder appeared to be the result of a home invasion — but the investigation would uncover a plot filled with betrayal, leaving her loved ones and community in shock. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR ZocDoc Visit...
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August 14, 2025 43 mins
In July 2020, 10-year-old Breasia Terrell disappeared from Davenport, Iowa, after a sleepover. In March 2021, their worst fears were confirmed when her remains were found miles away. The investigation uncovered heartbreaking details and revealed that her killer was someone she knew and trusted. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/girlgone Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/g...
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August 6, 2025 46 mins
Between 1971 and 1972, six young Black girls were abducted and murdered in Washington D.C. Believed to be the work of the Freeway Phantom, their cases remain unsolved over 50 years later. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Visit www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this Afterthoughts episode, we reflect on the heartbreaking stories of Deanna Cook and Yolanda “LaLa” Brown, two women whose lives were cut short by violence. We dive into the devastating failures that led to Deanna’s death and the unanswered questions that still surround LaLa and JeTannue Clayborn’s unsolved murders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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July 30, 2025 41 mins
In 2012, 32-year-old Deanna Cook was trying to move on from a violent marriage — but her ex-husband refused to let her go. On August 17, Deanna made a desperate 911 call as she was being attacked. Her call lasted over 17 minutes... but help never came. Days later, her body was found in her home. This is Deanna’s story. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
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In October 2007, 21-year-old R&B singer Yolanda “LaLa” Brown and her boyfriend, music producer JeTannue “Kool Aid” Clayborn, were found shot to death inside their Milwaukee recording studio. Nearly two decades later, their murders remain unsolved. Who killed LaLa and Kool Aid — and why has no one been held accountable? SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone Bilt Visit www.Bilt.com/girlgone Learn more a...
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In this Afterthoughts episode, we take a deeper look into the tragic and horrifying murders of Karen and Karissa Lofton, and Dolores and Ebony Dewitt. We discuss the shocking details of the crimes, the calculated nature of the accused killer, and the long journey toward justice. From the fear that spread through a quiet Maryland suburb to the unsettling questions that still remain, this conversation explores how these cases impacte...
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In early 2009, two mother-daughter pairs were murdered just weeks apart in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Karen and Karissa Lofton were found shot inside their home. Weeks later, Delores and Ebony Dewitt were discovered in a burning car. At first, the cases appeared unrelated — until a shocking lead revealed a connection to an unlikely suspect, exposing a chilling pattern of violence. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Earnin Download th...
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In this episode, I revisit the story of Phoenix Coldon, a 23-year-old woman who vanished after leaving her home in Spanish Lake, Missouri, on December 18, 2011. As her parents searched desperately for answers, they uncovered a life filled with secrets they never knew Phoenix was keeping. From mysterious relationships to a haunting video message, Phoenix’s case is one filled with twists, theories, and heartbreaking questions that st...
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In November 2018, Tamla Horsford attended a slumber party in Cumming, Georgia — by morning, she was dead. Her death was ruled an accident, but nearly seven years later, her family is still searching for answers. We’re re-releasing this episode to remind the world: Tamla’s story isn’t over. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR BetterHelp www.BetterHelp.com/girlgone Shopify www.Shopify.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
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In this re-released episode of Black Girl Gone, we revisit the heartbreaking story of 16-year-old Tioni Theus. In January 2022, Tioni was found murdered on the side of a freeway in Los Angeles — a young life taken far too soon. When we first told her story in 2023, there were still no answers. Sadly, that hasn’t changed. Tioni’s case remains unsolved, and the fight for justice continues. This episode is a reminder that her story st...
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On January 16, 1987, 35-year-old Lita McClinton was shot and killed on the doorstep of her Atlanta home. Just hours later, she was scheduled to appear in court in a bitter divorce battle with her wealthy husband, James Sullivan. For years, suspicion surrounded Jim, but no charges were ever filed—until a shocking tip in 1998 changed everything. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Shopify Visit www.Shopify.com/girlgone ZocDoc Visit www.Zoc...
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June 4, 2025 38 mins
In 2006, 27-year-old Avis Banks was five months pregnant and planning a future with her fiancé when she was brutally murdered in her home. As police searched for answers, a secret relationship and a shocking betrayal came to light SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Nutrafol Visit www.Nutrafol.com/girlgone to get $10 off you first month subscription Dipsea Visit www.Dipsea.com/girlgone for a 30 day free trial plus %25 off your first month...
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June 2, 2025 41 mins
In this episode of Afterthoughts, Amara and Jason reflect on the brutal, unsolved murder of Rev. Carol Daniels. They discuss the haunting details, the lack of answers, and the lasting impact on her family and community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In 2009, Rev. Carol Daniels was found murdered inside her small church in Anadarko, Oklahoma. The crime scene shocked even the most experienced investigators—and to this day, no one has been held accountable.  SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS BILT Start Earning Points On Your Rent Today Visit www.joinbilt.com/girlgone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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