Fame Under Fire

Broadcaster Precious Muir used to be a model and worked for the Playboy Bunny brand. Parties were a big part of the job, and she tells Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty about her experiences in early 2000s New York. Precious says she experienced a terrifying moment at one event, but didn’t feel able to speak out. Plus she takes Anoushka into the world of a Diddy Hamptons party, where there was glamour and opportunity, laced with sex, drugs and alcohol.Sean P Diddy Combs is currently behind bars in a notorious New York jail, awaiting trial on three federal charges, which he denies. He also denies other allegations against him.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the cases or the upcoming trial? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts!Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1Presenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty Producer: Laura Jones Sound Design: Richard Hannaford Production Coordinator: Hattie Valentine Editor: Clare FordhamCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller

It’s bombshell time. Rap superstar Jay-Z - real name Shawn Carter - has been dragged into the Diddy allegations. He’s been mentioned in a US civil lawsuit which alleges that he, along with Sean "Diddy" Combs, drugged and raped a 13-year-old girl at a party after the Video Music Awards in 2000. Jay-Z has dismissed the legal action as a "blackmail attempt" and Diddy has denied the new accusations. Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty gets up to speed on the allegations and the strenuous denials with reporter Cheyenne Roundtree and lawyer Shaun Kent. Plus in this week’s Fact or Fiction, she looks at the rumours swirling around Justin Bieber.Sean "Diddy" Combs is currently behind bars in a notorious New York jail, awaiting trial on three federal charges, which he also denies.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the cases or the upcoming trial? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts!Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1Presenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty Producer: Laura Jones Sound Design: Richard Hannaford Production Coordinator: Hattie Valentine Editor: Clare FordhamCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller

Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty assesses news of a bombshell allegation, as Jay-Z is now named as the previously anonymous ‘Celebrity A’ in a US civil lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges he and Sean "Diddy" Combs, drugged and raped a 13-year-old girl. Jay-Z dismissed the legal action as a "blackmail attempt". Mr Combs also denied the latest accusation.The exact wording of the lawsuit says “defendant Sean Combs…. along with his long time friend and collaborator Shawn Carter (a/k/a “Jay-Z”), drugged and raped a thirteen-year-old girl at an after party following the 2000 Video Music Awards. Another celebrity stood by and watched as Combs and Carter took turns assaulting the minor. Many others were present at the afterparty, but did nothing to stop the assault.”In this special episode, Anoushka discusses the very latest news with BBC investigations correspondent Rianna Croxford.Sean P Diddy Combs is currently behind bars in a notorious New York jail, awaiting trial on three federal criminal charges, which he also denies.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the cases or the upcoming trial? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts!Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1Presenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty Producer: Laura Jones Sound Design: Richard Hannaford Editor: Clare FordhamCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial MillerIf you want support on any of the topics discussed in Diddy on Trial go to bbc.co.uk/actionline

Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty examines the latest lawsuit filed against Diddy with criminal defence attorney Shaun Kent and Cheyenne Roundtree, who is senior investigations reporter at Rolling Stone.This week a new civil lawsuit has been filed, by LA creative Bryana ‘Bana’ Bongolan who alleges that Diddy dangled her from the 17th-floor balcony of an apartment. She says it happened in 2016, while she was at the home of Diddy's then-girlfriend Casandra "Cassie" Ventura. He denies the allegations.Diddy is currently behind bars in a notorious New York jail, awaiting trial on three federal charges, which he also denies.The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the cases or the upcoming trial? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts!Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1Presenter: Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty Producer: Laura Jones Sound Design: Richard Hannaford Editor: Clare FordhamCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller

Emergency episode alert! Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty and guests discuss the outcome of Diddy’s latest bail hearing. Rolling Stone reporter Cheyenne Roundtree dials in with the latest as the judge files the decision. BBC correspondent Mark Savage assesses what it all means, and outlines what’s on the menu for Thanksgiving dinner at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. Diddy is accused of kidnapping, drugging, and coercing women into sexual acts, and denies all the accusations.We want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the allegations? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts! Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.Presenter: Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty Producer: Laura Jones Sound Design: Richard Hannaford Editor: Clare FordhamCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller

Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty weighs up Diddy’s latest bid for bail with lawyer Shaun Kent and Rolling Stone reporter Cheyenne Roundtree.Cheyenne was in court for the hearing and has the lowdown, while Shaun considers what the judge will be thinking as he makes the crucial decision.Accused of kidnapping, drugging, and coercing women into sexual acts, Diddy finds himself behind bars in a notorious New York jail, awaiting trial. He denies all the accusations.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the trial? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts!Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.Presenter: Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty Producer: Laura Jones Sound Design: Richard Hannaford Editor: Clare FordhamCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale Commissioning Producer: Adam Eland Commissioning Assistant Producer: Rechmial Miller

Diddy on Trial is the podcast that dives deep into the shocking allegations and jaw-dropping conspiracies swirling around one of hip-hop’s biggest moguls, Sean “Diddy” Combs. For decades, “Diddy”, also known as known as “Puff Daddy”, “P. Diddy”, and “Love”, to name a few, has ruled the music industry, earning his place as rap royalty. But now, he’s at the centre of claims that are shaking the very foundations of his empire.Accused of kidnapping, drugging, and coercing women into sexual acts, Diddy finds himself behind bars in a notorious New York jail, awaiting trial. He’s denying it all.With the lines between fact and fiction blurring, the internet is buzzing with wild rumours and conspiracy theories.Join Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty and her expert guests each week as they unravel the truth behind the headlines. From the latest allegations to the deepest conspiracies, no stone will be left unturned.We also want YOU to be part of the conversation. Have you any burning questions about the trial? Heard a theory that doesn’t sit right with you? Send us your thoughts! We’re here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers you need.Get in touch now via WhatsApp: 0330 123 555 1The Diddy on Trial podcast is here to investigate the rumours, confront the theories, and give you the answers that you need.