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Black Coffee, Crime, and Crochet a True Crime Podcast

Black Coffee, Crime, and Crochet a True Crime Podcast

By: Jasmine Prince
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Black Coffee, Crime, and Crochet (BC³) is where true crime meets cozy vibes. Hosted by Jasmine C.L. Prince, this podcast unravels the wildest frauds, scams, and crimes committed by Black women and men—while sipping iced coffee and crocheting. From romance cons to influencer deception, we break down the schemes, motives, and mayhem. Plus, in the “Sip or Spill” segment, we decide if their choices were justified or just reckless. New episodes drop every Tuesday! Subscribe now and let’s sip, stitch, and spill some true crime tea.Copyright Jasmine Prince True Crime
Episodes
  • 🎙️Episode 28: Fraud, Family & False Success: The Brandon Simms Story

    🎙️Episode 28: Fraud, Family & False Success: The Brandon Simms Story
    Apr 2 2026
    EPISODE DESCRIPTION

    What happens when healthcare turns into a hustle? In this episode of Black Coffee, Crime, and Crochet, we’re breaking down the $12 million Medicaid fraud scheme led by Brandon Sims and members of his own family. This case goes beyond fraud. It raises questions about trust, image, and the systems meant to protect vulnerable communities. Reports suggest Sims also presented himself as a successful entrepreneur, adding another layer to a story that already feels too calculated to be coincidence.

    We’re unpacking:
    • How the scheme worked
    • The role of family in the operation
    • The real impact of Medicaid fraud
    • And how image can be used to build credibility in scams
    Plus, this week’s iced coffee is The Paper Trail Latte; and yes, the full recipe is below
    When does a hustle become harm?

    Main Topics Covered:
    • Overview of the $12 million Medicaid fraud scheme
    • How Medicaid fraud operations typically work
    • The involvement of multiple family members
    • The role of perceived success and public image
    • The broader impact on patients and healthcare systems
    Iced Coffee of the Week: The Paper Trail Latte
    Flavor vibe: smooth, rich, layered… but a little sneaky

    Ingredients (24 oz)
    • 2 tsp Nescafé Blonde (or mocha for a deeper flavor)
    • 3 oz hot water
    • 1 oz vanilla syrup (use your Mexican vanilla 👀)
    • 1 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 tbsp dulce de leche sauce (plus extra for lining the cup)
    • Ice (ALWAYS last, we stand on that)
    • Oat milk (fill to top)
    Optional Cold Foam
    • 2 oz half & half
    • Splash of vanilla syrup
    Instructions
    1. Dissolve instant coffee in hot water
    2. Stir in vanilla syrup + condensed milk
    3. Line your cup with dulce de leche
    4. Fill cup with ice
    5. Pour coffee mixture over ice
    6. Top with oat milk
    7. Add cold foam and drizzle more dulce de leche on top
    Sip or Spill Question
    If someone builds an image of success while committing fraud behind the scenes… Is that just part of the scam, or does it cross into something deeper?

    SUPPORT THE SHOW
    Follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who thinks online romance fraud could never happen to them.

    Instagram, FB & TikTok: @blackcoffeecrimecrochet
    Patreon: JOIN HERE
    Facebook Discussion Group: Black Coffee, Crime & Crochet
    YouTube: WATCH HERE

    SOURCES
    • U.S. Department of Justice press releases
    • Local Houston news coverage
    • Court documents and indictments
    • Public records related to Medicaid fraud investigations
    DISCLAIMER
    This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information is based on publicly available sources. Allegations discussed are based on reported findings and legal proceedings. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own research.
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    35 mins
  • 🎙️Episode 27 ENCORE: Swipe, Seduce, Scam: The Daylon Pierce Story

    🎙️Episode 27 ENCORE: Swipe, Seduce, Scam: The Daylon Pierce Story
    Feb 22 2026
    Hey BC3 Crew, no new episode last week so we're bringing back one of the most requested stories. This is the twisted tale of Daylon Pierce, a romance scammer who left a trail of heartbreak and bounced checks across the country. If you missed it the first time, here’s your chance to catch up.

    An don't worry, a brand new episode is coming this Tuesday as we continue the Love, Lies, and Laundering series. You do not want to miss what’s next.

    Daylon Pierce wasn’t your average online dater. He posed as a wealthy stockbroker looking for love… and ended up scamming multiple women out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.In this episode, Jasmine unpacks the charming deception, the heartbreak, and the massive financial fraud behind Pierce’s “romance investments.”

    Plus: iced coffee vibes, a crochet update, and a conversation about why judging scam victims misses the point. We’re sipping Sweet Talker Lattes and stitching our way through the twisted tale of Daylon Pierce, an Arizona-based romance scammer who used dating apps to charm, manipulate, and con multiple women out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.I’m breaking down:
    • How Daylon Pierce built his fake financial empire on lies and love-bombing
    • The women who trusted him and what they lost
    • How he was caught and sentenced
    This episode is part true crime deep-dive, part love life PSA; so grab your iced coffee, your latest WIP, and settle in. Drink of the Episode: Sweet Talker Latte (caramel, cinnamon, vanilla)

    SUPPORT THE SHOW
    Follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who thinks online romance fraud could never happen to them.

    Instagram, FB & TikTok: @blackcoffeecrimecrochet
    Patreon: JOIN HERE
    Facebook Discussion Group: Black Coffee, Crime & Crochet
    YouTube: WATCH HERE
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 🎙️Episode 26: Love, Lies, and Laundering Series Part 2: Badetito Obafemi and the Money Mule Network

    🎙️Episode 26: Love, Lies, and Laundering Series Part 2: Badetito Obafemi and the Money Mule Network
    Feb 11 2026
    Romance scammers do not just rely on fake profiles and sweet messages. They rely on infrastructure.In this episode of Black Coffee, Crime & Crochet, we continue the Love, Lies, and Laundering Series with the case of Badetito Obafemi, a Georgia man who acted as a money mule in a multi state romance fraud scheme.From 2016 to 2018, victims in Missouri, Minnesota, and New Jersey believed they were sending money to men they loved. Instead, more than $300,000 was routed through bank accounts tied to Obafemi and his businesses. He did not write the love letters, but he made sure the money moved.This episode breaks down how the scam worked, how smaller operators fit inside larger international fraud networks, and why money mules are critical to keeping romance scams alive.We examine the investigation, indictment, guilty plea, and sentencing, and discuss what this case reveals about the business side of emotional exploitation.This is Week 2 of the Love, Lies, and Laundering Series.In this episode, we examine the role of Badetito Obafemi in a romance fraud ring that targeted vulnerable victims across multiple states.Victims were contacted through social media and dating platforms and convinced they were in legitimate romantic relationships. Over time, they were manipulated into sending large sums of money to help with fabricated emergencies, overseas business ventures, medical crises, and legal troubles.Rather than wiring funds directly overseas, victims were instructed to send money to U.S. based bank accounts controlled by Obafemi. Through personal and business accounts, he laundered more than $300,000 in victim funds before distributing the proceeds to co conspirators and keeping a portion for himself.In 2021, a federal grand jury indicted Obafemi on multiple fraud and money laundering charges. In 2024, he pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering. In 2025, he was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison and ordered to pay more than $311,000 in restitution.This episode explores how romance scams function as organized financial systems and why money mules play a crucial role in sustaining international fraud networks.IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERHow romance scammers build trust with victimsThe role of money mules in fraud operationsShell companies and laundering tacticsThe multi state impact of the schemeFederal investigation and sentencingWhy smaller operators still cause large harmICED COFFEE OF THE EPISODEVanilla Bean Cheesecake Iced LatteThis one tastes like dessert in a glass. Sweet. Smooth. Slightly rich. Exactly the kind of drink that makes you forget you are about to hear about financial crimes.Ingredients1 cup strong cold brew or double strength coffee, fully chilled1 cup ice3/4 cup oat milk or milk of choice1 oz Torani Cheesecake Syrup1/2 oz vanilla bean syrup1 tablespoon half and half or heavy creamOptional whipped creamInstructionsFill a tall glass with ice.Pour the cold brew over the ice.Add 1 oz Torani Cheesecake Syrup.Add 1/2 oz vanilla bean syrup.Pour in the oat milk.Add the half and half for extra richness.Stir thoroughly until everything is fully combined.Top with whipped cream if you want the full bakery experience.It is sweet. It is comforting. It feels indulgent.But underneath that sweetness is a reminder that not everything that looks rich is built honestly.SUPPORT THE SHOWFollow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with someone who thinks online romance fraud could never happen to them.Instagram, FB & TikTok: @blackcoffeecrimecrochetPatreon: JOIN HEREFacebook Discussion Group: Black Coffee, Crime & CrochetYouTube: WATCH HERESOURCESUnited States Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Missouri.“Georgia Man Sentenced for Role in $300,000 Romance Fraud Scheme.” Press release, April 9, 2025.United States Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Missouri.“Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Romance Fraud Scheme.” Press release, April 18, 2024.United States Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Missouri.“Georgia Man Indicted for Role in Romance Fraud Scheme.” Press release, July 27, 2021.United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri.United States v. Badetito Oluwaseun Obafemi. Case filings, indictment, plea agreement, and sentencing documents.Federal Bureau of Investigation.Public statements related to romance scams and the Money Mule Initiative.United States Department of Justice.Money Mule Initiative announcements and enforcement summaries.Federal Trade Commission.Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book, reports on romance scam losses and trends.Federal Bureau of Investigation.Internet Crime Complaint Center Annual Reports on romance fraud statistics.
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    39 mins
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