

The Trial: USA
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Launched in the UK in 2022, The Trial is an award-winning, chart-topping podcast that goes behind the headlines of some of the biggest trials in the world. We take you into the courtroom, bringing you the detail as the evidence unfolds, examining key moments and carrying out exclusive interviews with detectives, victims, and experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 6min
A hello and update from Caroline & Liz
It's been a while since Caroline & Liz had time to catch up and say hello to you all, and with the launch of our exciting new Crime Desk newsletter, thought now was as good a time as any!sign up to the newsletter at newsletter.thecrimedesk.com for free.Become a full member of The Crime Desk with a month’s free trial at www.thecrimedesk.comThe Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 2025 • 31min
Diddy - Jailed
In this FINAL episode of our Diddy series Kayla and Dan have all the drama from the courtroom in Manhattan as Sean Combs was jailed for over 4 years. In a hearing lasting for almost eight hours, including an emotional 12-minute plea from the defendant, the judge was not persuaded to release him. Instead he said violence against women had to be met with accountability. The judge also praised the bravery of the women who told the world their story.Follow us on Instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsApp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)Presenters: Kayla Brantley and Daniel BatesEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Caroline CheethamProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 5, 2025 • 10min
Episode Preview: The Gilgo Beach Murders
In this episode preview, Caroline chats to US correspondent Ruth Bashinsky about the infamous Gilgo Beach serial killings after a judge ruled that first of its kind DNA evidence can be used in the trial. They discuss all the background to the case and more about the man accused - Rex Heuermann.You'll find the full episode, and loads of other great true crime content, on Trial+.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 31, 2025 • 22min
Diddy - The Path to Redemption
Diddy’s defense team is back at it with a relentless approach to keeping him out of prison. Day after day, the defense is requesting bail, acquittals, and even the potential of a re-trial. In this episode, Germania and Kayla give up-to-the-hour updates on the latest proposals and memorandums coming out of the ever-evolving trial of Sean Combs. The ladies sit down for an interview with attorney Arick Fudali of the Bloom Law Firm, who is representing both Dawn Richard and a John Doe in civil cases against Diddy.Our Listener Survey is here: https://ex-plorsurvey.com/survey/selfserve/550/g517/250305?list=6Follow us on Instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsApp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)Presenters: Kayla Brantley and Germania Rodriguez- PoleoEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Serita Wesley, Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 29, 2025 • 11min
Introducing On The Case: The Idaho Murders
While we’re hard at work on the next series of The Trial USA, we wanted to share a gripping new true crime series from the Daily Mail team behind The Trial.In On The Case: The Idaho Murders, award-winning journalist Laura Collins investigates the shocking murders of four college students in Idaho—and the man now facing life in prison, Bryan Kohberger. Featuring exclusive insights from bestselling author Howard Blum and leading expert on mass killers Dr. Gary Brucato, this is a deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases in recent memory.You're about to hear a ten-minute taster of the new show. If you want more, search On The Case: The Idaho Murders and hit follow to hear the full series.For ad-free listening and exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial, subscribe to The Crime Desk.We’ll be back soon with more from The Trial USThe Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 2025 • 29min
Diddy - A Colossal Failure
As the trial for the US vs. Sean "Diddy" Combs comes to an end, Kayla and Germania are taking you back through all of the most notable moments of the trial.We're going back in time to talk about how we got here, and why.Unpacking the details in comparison with the charges and the verdict.The trial may be over, but with more than 50 civil lawsuits waiting in the wings, we at The Trial of Diddy are far from over!Our Listener Survey is here: https://ex-plorsurvey.com/survey/selfserve/550/g517/250305?list=6Follow us on Instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)Presenters: Kayla Brantley & Germania Rodriguez-PoleoEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Serita Wesley, Liz Hull & Caroline CheethamProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 9, 2025 • 19min
Diddy - BONUS: An Interview with Baby Oil Influencer, Arman Wiggins
Kayla Brantley sits down with influencer Arman Wiggins, best known as the Diddy supporter spraying baby oil outside of the courthouse in celebration of Diddy's not guilty verdict on racketeering and sex trafficking.Arman talks to Kayla about being an influencer, being present at the Brooklyn courthouse, and his views on the verdict.Our Listener Survey is here: https://ex-plorsurvey.com/survey/selfserve/550/g517/250305?list=6Follow us on Instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)Presenters: Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham, Liz Hull & Serita WesleyProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8, 2025 • 20min
Diddy - Exceptional Circumstances feat. Maureen Callahan
In this engaging discussion, Daily Mail columnist and host of The Nerve podcast, Maureen Callahan, delves into the recent verdict surrounding Sean Diddy Combs. Celebrations erupted as he was found guilty of lesser charges while beating significant allegations. Callahan shares insights on the aftermath, highlighting the public's mixed reactions and the media's role in shaping narratives. She reflects on Diddy's complex legacy and the implications for future high-profile cases, making for a thought-provoking conversation about celebrity culture and justice.

Jul 4, 2025 • 30min
Diddy - A Win is a Win
As the trial of the US vs. Sean "Diddy" Combs comes to an end, the Trial of Diddy podcast is just getting started! Majorie Hernandez & Germania Rodriguez-Poleo speak with former SDNY prosecutor Jen Beidel, and former Burlington prosecutor David Gelman.We are unpacking everything!Where did the prosecution go wrong?Where did the defense get it right?Were the jurors "over it?"Did they focus too much on baby oil?and last but not least...Can someone tell us what a RICO truly is?Our Listener Survey is here: https://ex-plorsurvey.com/survey/selfserve/550/g517/250305?list=6Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)Presenters: Marjorie Hernandez & Germania Rodriguez-PoleoEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham, Liz Hull & Serita WesleyProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 2, 2025 • 9min
Diddy - The Verdict Is In!
Music Mogul, Sean "Diddy" Combs, has been found not guilty of sex trafficking and racketeering. Diddy was found guilty of two counts under the federal Mann Act for transporting people, including his girlfriends and paid male sex workers, to engage in prostitution.Join Kayla Brantley & Marjorie Hernandez, outside of the courthouse in the middle of the action, and Dan Bates, court reporter, who has sat through all eight grueling weeks of trial, as they react to the verdict and talk about what's next!Our Listener Survey is here: https://ex-plorsurvey.com/survey/selfserve/550/g517/250305?list=6Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’)Presenters: Kayla Brantley, Marjorie Hernandez & Dan BatesEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham, Liz Hull & Serita WesleyProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript.Follow us on instagram @thetrialpodEmail us thetrial@dailymail.comWhatsapp us +447796657512 (start your message with ‘Trial’) A Daily Mail production.Seriously Popular.Click here to sign up to The Crime Desk's weekly newsletter. It's free and packed with exclusive interviews, expert insight, and gripping deep dive investigations from across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


