

The Trial of Diddy
Daily Mail
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs had it all. In the 90s and aughts, he produced global hits for the hottest stars in the world, including Biggie, Mary J. Blige and J Lo. Now, he faces multiple federal charges in New York, including sex trafficking and allegedly running a criminal enterprise. Join journalists Kayla Brantley and Germania Rodriguez, as they bring you all the happenings from inside the New York court, on the case gripping the world. Launched in the UK in 2022, The Trial is an award-winning, chart-topping podcast with over 30million downloads 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. Follow us on X and Instagram @thetrialpod Contact us at thetrial@dailymail.com Leave a comment on Spotify or even send us a voice note on WhatsApp - +447796657512 (start your message with 'Trial') Hosts: Kayla Brantley, Germania Rodriguez & Marjorie Hernandez Writers: Liz Hull, Dan Bates Producers: Serita Wesley, Rob Fitzpatrick Editors: Sam Morris, Chelsey Moore Production Manager: Vittoria CecchiniCreative Director: Caroline Cheetham Executive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail Production. Seriously Popular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 23min
SEAL Team Six
We are almost at the finish line, and things are getting very real for Sean “Diddy” Combs. With all of the jury matters settled, for now, the court heard from Brendan Paul, the former Syracuse athlete and Combs Enterprises assistant, who has been marked as Diddy’s “drug mule.”We have word-for-word Brendan’s testimony of what it was like working for Diddy, up until the very last day of his employment, which was also the day he was arrested.The jury also gets an up-close and personal view of messages showing how Diddy organized freak-offs for not just Jane, but other women as well.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 Luke KentonEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.For ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 2025 • 19min
A Trial by Media with Lisa Bloom
In this enlightening conversation, attorney Lisa Bloom, known for her expertise in sexual harassment cases, sheds light on her representation of Dawn Richard and John Doe in civil suits against Diddy. She discusses the complexities of the ongoing trial, including jury issues and vital testimonies. Bloom emphasizes the psychological struggles victims face and the intricacies of consent in abusive relationships. Listeners gain insights into courtroom strategies and the weight of witness testimonies in high-profile trials, making for a gripping and informative dialogue.

Jun 17, 2025 • 25min
King Nights
We are in week six of the US vs. Sean “Diddy” Combs; and the jury members are getting an up-close and personal glimpse into the notorious freak-offs, aka “King Nights.” The court hears from Diddy’s former assistant, Jonathan Perez, who gives very specific information on what the setup and clean up were like for the King Nights. We hear all about what happened when one of the King Night videos was leaked to employees and how Diddy’s right-hand woman, Kristina Khorram, recorded conversations with Perez to find out who saw the video!We also give exclusive info on how the constant jury debacles, Diddy’s in-court reactions, and Kanye West’s random appearance in court!Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Karen RuizEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.For ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 2025 • 23min
His Crack Pipe
At the tail end of week 5 of the US vs. Sean “Diddy” Combs, Diddy’s defense lawyer, Teny Geragos, is holding Jane’s feet to the fire on written proof that she orchestrated and suggested freak-offs multiple times in their relationship. We get a first-hand glimpse into the chemistry between Jane and Diddy, as he refers to her as his “crack pipe,” in a voice note that we play in the episode. It comes as no surprise that Diddy is/was addicted, because Jane admits to the court that she STILL LOVES HIM, after everything.We also get a little bit of tea and speculation as another unnamed rapper comes up in court for having a freak off with the rapper’s girlfriend, Jane, and a favorite male escort of Diddy's.Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.For ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 2025 • 36min
Pandora's Box
We are now in week 5 of the US vs. Sean “Diddy” Combs, and also waist deep into the testimony of the anonymous former ex-girlfriend of Diddy known as Jane. Jane has opened Pandora’s Box and given us all the details on the ins and outs of her relationship with Diddy.From Freak Offs, to broken promises, and podcast lies to sextortion, the details of this relationship are shocking, gut-wrenching, and all right here on The Trial of Diddy.Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.For ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 6, 2025 • 19min
I'm the Devil
At the tail end of week 4 of the US vs. Sean “Diddy” Combs, with only a few weeks left, we have learned so much about the man they call “Puff.” We even learn that Puff believes that he is the “...devil” himself! Cassie’s friend Bryanna Bongolan took the stand this week to give her account of Diddy dangling her from a 17th floor balcony. While Bryanna had heart pounding testimony, the defense team did not take any of her words as law! Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Alex GrahamProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesFor ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 3, 2025 • 26min
Are You Done?!
We are now in week 4 of the US vs. Sean “Diddy” Combs, and it's getting feisty. Mia, the anonymous former assistant who claims to have been sexually assaulted by Diddy not once, but four times, has been getting grilled by the tough-as-nails Brian Steele. The snark was at an all-time high, with Brian chiming in at the end of all of Mia’s answers with, “Are You Done?!”We’ve also seen an outsider make their way into the courthouse to fan out for Diddy. We will deep dive into all of that and more on today’s episode.Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesFor ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 2025 • 20min
I Demand a Mistrial!
We are still in week 3 and have learned so much about what it means to work for Diddy! We are also learning about alleged “destroyed” evidence that almost caused a MISTRIAL!Two former assistants have taken the stand this week, Capricorn Clark and an assistant, going by the pseudonym “Mia,” to disclose all of the alleged abuse, kidnapping, and misconduct they experienced as employees of Bad Boy Entertainment and Revolt TV. Listen in for the verbatim account of everything that occurred during Capricorn and Mia’s time as personal assistants to Diddy, as well as two first responders who have key details on what “really” happened at Kid Cudi’s house on that December 2011 morning.Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesFor ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 27, 2025 • 22min
“He’s Going to Get Himself Killed!”
As we enter week 3 of the US vs. Sean “Diddy” Combs, we are starting with testimony from Diddy’s former assistant, Capricorn Clark, who recounts several threats that were made on her life during her time working for Diddy. As this explosive testimony is heard, we sit down with attorney David Gelman, who unpacks how well the prosecution is doing at making their racketeering and trafficking case.Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesFor ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 2025 • 30min
A Marvel Supervillain
We are back with another day in court for Diddy, who has recently been described as a “Marvel Supervillain” by our latest witness, Kid Cudi. Kid Cudi took the stand on Thursday to give all the details on his brief relationship with Cassie and Diddy’s reaction to finding out about the two of them.We also revisit the testimony from Sharay Hayes, aka “The Punisher”, a stripper hired by Diddy and Cassie for some of the many freak-offs.Tune in to hear the word-for-word testimony from these witnesses and so much more. 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: Germania Rodriguez-Poleo and Kayla BrantleyEditor: Sam MorrisProducer: Serita WesleyWriters: Caroline Cheetham & Liz HullProduction Manager: Vittoria CecchiniExecutive Producer: Jamie East A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesFor ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes of The Trial every week, and complete access to our show archives, subscribe to The Crime Desk now. Visit thecrimedesk.com to become a member.The Trial series uses actors and some voices generated by AI. Their words are taken as verbatim from the official court transcript. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.