Black Widow Files

AC Wilson

Black Widow Files is a true crime podcast that explores cases involving women accused or convicted of murder, uncovering the motives, investigations, trials, and shocking twists behind some of the most notorious crimes in history. From high-profile cases that dominated headlines to lesser-known stories hidden in court records and newspaper archives, each episode takes a detailed look at the facts, evidence, and circumstances surrounding these complex and often disturbing cases. Join us as we examine the investigations, forensic evidence, legal proceedings, and human stories behind crimes that continue to fascinate and horrify audiences around the world. New episodes released regularly. Podcast Disclaimer: Black Widow Files is a true crime podcast intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The podcast discusses real criminal cases that may include descriptions of violence, death, abuse, and other sensitive subject matter that some listeners may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. The opinions expressed by hosts or guests are their own and do not constitute legal advice or official conclusions. Every effort is made to present accurate information based on publicly available sources; however, information may change as new evidence emerges or cases develop. Individuals discussed in episodes are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. This podcast does not glorify, celebrate, or encourage criminal behavior. Its purpose is to examine criminal cases, their impact on victims, families, communities, and the criminal justice system.

  1. 4h ago

    She scammed MULTIPLE Boyfriends by faking Terminal Cancer and a Miscarriage

    This source tells the harrowing story of a woman who manipulated multiple men by faking terminal liver cancer and a miscarriage to gain financial and emotional support. Operating under the name Arrow, she targeted empathetic individuals on dating apps, eventually leading two partners, Sean and Steve, to discover her elaborate double life and fraudulent schemes. The men eventually united as detectives of their own lives, uncovering that her claims of illness and pregnancy were systematic lies used to extract thousands of dollars. After she ironically attempted to report her victims to the police for stalking, an investigation led to her arrest and conviction for fraud. The ordeal concluded with the victims forming a unique bond and successfully assisting the woman’s biological daughter in reuniting with her father in the United Kingdom. This account serves as a warning about the depths of emotional manipulation and the resilience of those seeking justice against a career con artist. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    52 min

  2. 5h ago

    The Pink Television: The Lauren Barry and Nicole Collins Story

    This source details the 1997 abduction and brutal murder of two Australian teenagers, Lauren Barry and Nicole Collins, who vanished while walking from a campsite in New South Wales. The narrative follows the intensive police investigation, which eventually focused on career criminals Leslie Camilleri and Lindsay Beckett after a discarded pink television served as a vital clue. Through survivor and investigator testimony, the episode describes the horrific nature of the crimes and the subsequent legal battle that resulted in life sentences for both men. It also explores the enduring trauma experienced by the victims' families and friends, who continue to grapple with grief and survivor's guilt decades later. Ultimately, the account serves as a stern critique of victim-blaming, emphasizing that the moral responsibility for such senseless violence rests solely with the perpetrators. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    52 min

  3. 5h ago

    She Hid the Fact She Murdered her Best Friend 30 Years Ago

    The episode details the decades-long investigation into the 1980 murder of Katherine Foster, a well-regarded student at the University of South Alabama. Though initial theories considered a professional hit, a jilted boyfriend, or a troubled security guard, the case remained unsolved for twenty years due to an erroneous time of death estimate. A breakthrough occurred when a woman named Jamie Letson, formerly known as Jamie Kellum, confessed to the crime during an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. Forensic experts eventually corrected the timeline by reviewing vitreous potassium tests and conducting research at a body farm, confirming that Foster was killed shortly after her disappearance. The investigation revealed that Letson, Foster's close friend, committed the execution-style murder due to an unhealthy obsession with the victim’s boyfriend. In 2010, the scientific evidence and Letson's own letters led to her conviction and life sentence, finally providing justice for the Foster family. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    55 min

  4. 6h ago

    The Green Light - The Murder of Keith Green

    This source chronicles the high-profile 2016 murder of Keith Green, a culinary student whose body was found after he met with his wealthy ex-girlfriend, Tiffany Lee. Investigators initially focused on Lee, her new boyfriend Kaveh Bayat, and their bodyguard Olivier Adela after cell phone data and blood evidence linked them to the crime. Despite the prosecution's theory that the couple orchestrated the killing in their Hillsboro mansion, the case faced complications when the bodyguard’s credibility collapsed due to his history of identity fraud. Consequently, Lee was acquitted of all charges following a trial supported by a record-breaking $35 million bail, while Bayat was released after a hung jury. The narrative concludes with Lee relocating to China and eventually reaching a multimillion-dollar wrongful death settlement with Green’s daughters. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    1h 3m

  5. 6h ago

    He Chose Another Woman - The Brutal Murder of Marisela Botello-Valadez

    In October 2020, 23-year-old Marisela Botello-Valadez vanished after leaving a Dallas nightclub with Charles Beltran, leading to an international investigation and a grim discovery in a wooded area months later. The case uncovered a bizarre love triangle involving Beltran and a married couple, Lisa Dykes and Nina Morano, who allegedly shared a home filled with shrines related to Santa Muerte. Prosecutors argued that Dykes, driven by obsessive jealousy, murdered the young visitor after finding her asleep in Beltran’s bed. Evidence including DNA analysis, cellular tracking data, and Beltran’s own testimony eventually dismantled the defendants' claims of innocence. Despite the couple attempting to flee to Cambodia to escape justice, they were extradited back to Texas for trial. The legal saga concluded with Lisa Dykes receiving a life sentence for murder, while her accomplices faced charges related to tampering with evidence. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    56 min

  6. 23h ago

    The Queen of Con - The Chase for Jody Harris

    The provided transcript chronicles the criminal history and eventual rehabilitation of Jody Harris, once dubbed Australia’s "Catch Me If You Can" con artist. Driven by a traumatic childhood involving her parents' imprisonment, Harris became a master of identity theft and deception, fleecing victims across multiple states through elaborate bank frauds and disguises. The narrative highlights her brazen tactics, which included taunting investigators and manipulating a police officer into a romantic relationship to evade capture. Following a high-profile joint task force operation, she was arrested in 2006 and served a prison sentence for her extensive financial crimes. The account concludes by noting her subsequent successful rehabilitation, as she pursued higher education and avoided reoffending in the years following her release. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    44 min

  7. 1d ago

    He Had Duplicate Keys And No One Noticed for 17 Years

    This source details the 1994 execution of William Bill McLaughlin, a multi-millionaire medical inventor murdered in his affluent Newport Beach home. Although investigators immediately suspected his much younger fiancée, Nanette Johnston, and her secret lover, Eric Naposki, the case remained cold for fourteen years due to a lack of physical evidence. A dedicated cold case investigator eventually reopened the files in 2008, uncovering overlooked witness statements and ballistics data that linked Naposki to the specific Beretta handgun used in the killing. The evidence revealed a calculated conspiracy driven by financial greed, where Johnston manipulated Naposki into performing the hit to secure her inheritance. Both individuals were eventually convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. This overview illustrates how meticulous re-examination of old interviews can finally bring justice to a grieving family decades later. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    53 min

  8. 1d ago

    Sisters Cookie Diaz, Kitty Diaz Accused of Brutally Stabbing Mom of 5

    The episode details the tragic murder of Caroline “Caro” Peña, a thirty-two-year-old mother of five who was fatally stabbed in Del Rio, Texas, during a daytime attack in June 2026. Authorities swiftly apprehended three young women—sisters Kitty and Amaya Diaz along with their friend Kyandra Faz—and charged each with murder, setting their bonds at five million dollars apiece. The case has garnered significant public attention due to disturbing video footage showing the suspects appearing cheerful and unbothered while being taken into custody. While a specific motive for the killing remains unconfirmed, the community has rallied to support the victim’s grieving family through fundraisers and public tributes. Investigators continue to process evidence and witness statements as the legal proceedings against the three defendants move forward in Val Verde County. This account emphasizes the profound impact of the violence on the local community and the ongoing pursuit of justice for Peña’s children. This episode includes AI-generated content.

    30 min
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Black Widow Files is a true crime podcast that explores cases involving women accused or convicted of murder, uncovering the motives, investigations, trials, and shocking twists behind some of the most notorious crimes in history. From high-profile cases that dominated headlines to lesser-known stories hidden in court records and newspaper archives, each episode takes a detailed look at the facts, evidence, and circumstances surrounding these complex and often disturbing cases. Join us as we examine the investigations, forensic evidence, legal proceedings, and human stories behind crimes that continue to fascinate and horrify audiences around the world. New episodes released regularly. Podcast Disclaimer: Black Widow Files is a true crime podcast intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The podcast discusses real criminal cases that may include descriptions of violence, death, abuse, and other sensitive subject matter that some listeners may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. The opinions expressed by hosts or guests are their own and do not constitute legal advice or official conclusions. Every effort is made to present accurate information based on publicly available sources; however, information may change as new evidence emerges or cases develop. Individuals discussed in episodes are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. This podcast does not glorify, celebrate, or encourage criminal behavior. Its purpose is to examine criminal cases, their impact on victims, families, communities, and the criminal justice system.

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  • Creator
    AC Wilson
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright AC Wilson
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