Another week, another snitch! In this episode, we’re breaking down the story of Cornelius Smith Jr.—a man who learned real quick that loose lips don’t just sink ships, they shorten sentences. From the charges he was facing, to the tea on exactly what he gave up, we’re pulling receipts on how Cornelius went from defendant to government informant.

We’ll dig into what he snitched on, who got caught up, and most importantly—what time he shaved off his own bid by running his mouth. Because remember: the snitches we cover? They’re ours.

Tap in for the details, the drama, and the petty commentary you already know and love.

It’s Virgo season and you KNOW we had to turn up! This week, Tiffany of Melanin Mysteries links up with fellow Virgo sisters Renee (Melanin Mayhem) and Brittany (A Sip of Redrum) for a special collab episode.

Three Virgos. Three podcasts. Three cases — all tied together by one messy theme: the side chick files. 💅🏾

We’re diving into the tragic story of Nova Henry, the heartbreaking case of Kiana Wilson, and the twisted tale of Marvin Simmons. Love, betrayal, and deadly triangles — this Virgo Bash has it all.

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This week on The Snitch Files, we’re diving into the streets of Atlanta and the YSL case. YSL Woody couldn’t keep it tight — instead of standing tall, he sat down and spilled it all. From inside information to shocking details, Woody’s cooperation put the spotlight right back on Young Thug’s camp.

Moreover, we break down how his words shifted the case, why prosecutors love a good snitch, and how loyalty gets tested when the stakes are life in prison.

Finally, we’re asking the real question: is Woody the biggest snitch of the YSL saga — or just the most reckless one?

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Another wannabe Bonnie & Clyde thought they had it all figured out—but their twisted ride led straight to murder. Kiesha Smith and Michael Mitchell weren’t building an empire, they were plotting chaos…and their target? An unsuspecting elderly woman who didn’t stand a chance.

In this episode of Melanin Mysteries, we peel back the layers of a reckless duo driven by greed, poor choices, and the dangerous fantasy of outlaw love. What happens when crime becomes the love language?

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In this week’s Snitch Files, we rewind to Aurora, Colorado, 2004—where loyalty, fear, and self-preservation collided. Janelle Harris found herself in the middle of a deadly game, and when the walls started closing in, she chose to talk. Her decision to cooperate would shake the case wide open, changing the course of justice—and her own life—forever.

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Adrienne Simpson and Tyler Terry weren’t just partners in love—they became partners in a violent crime spree that left multiple states shaken. From armed robberies to cold-blooded murders, their chaotic trail across South Carolina, Missouri, and beyond turned into a nationwide manhunt. In this episode, we dive into how Adrienne and Tyler’s twisted bond fueled a reckless rampage, the shocking details of their crimes, and how it all came crashing down.

Tune in as we unravel the story of a killer couple whose ride-or-die loyalty took a dark and deadly turn.

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Alpo Martinez was once one of Harlem’s most notorious drug lords—rising to the top of the game in the 1980s alongside Rich Porter and Azie Faison. But when the empire crumbled, Alpo’s story took a turn that made him infamous for another reason: snitching. In this episode, we break down how Alpo went from kingpin to federal informant, the murders he admitted to, and how his cooperation with the feds changed his legacy forever. Was Alpo a hustler who played the game and lost, or the ultimate betrayer who sold out everyone around him to save himself? Tap in and decide for yourself.

When love turns into a nightmare, the mask falls and the truth gets ugly. Nailah Franklin was a vibrant young woman with her whole future ahead of her—until she crossed paths with Reginald Potts, a man whose charm was nothing but a raggedy disguise. What started as casual encounters spiraled into intimidation, control, and ultimately tragedy.

In this episode of Melanin Mysteries, we break down the twisted web of manipulation, lies, and violence that ended in the devastating loss of Nailah’s life. We’re calling out Raggedy Reggie for exactly who he was—and honoring Nailah by telling her story our way.

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Carletha Mack had the nerve to run her mouth in a deadly game, help blow up a whole case… and is STILL out here living like she ain’t got blood on her name. For the full tea, listen to Episode 20 — The Disappearance of Courtney Palmer. Then meet us Monday for a new Melanin Mysteries case — where we don’t forget, and we don’t forgive.

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This week on Melanin Mysteries we’re diving into the heartbreaking and infuriating case of Tynesha Stewart — a bright, beautiful college student whose life was stolen by her ain’t-sht* ex-boyfriend, Timothy “Broke, Sorry & Triflin’” Shepherd.

We’ll unpack how Tynesha went from thriving in school to becoming the target of a jealous, insecure man who couldn’t stand to see her shine without him. This case isn’t just about murder — it’s about control, rage, and the ugly truth of what happens when a man’s fragile ego meets rejection.

🎙️ We’re bringing the receipts, the red flags, and the righteous anger — because Tynesha’s story deserves to be told loudly, unapologetically, and with zero sympathy for the devil in this case.

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