Trial By Jury: Diddy

After a summer trial that gripped the nation, Sean "Diddy" Combs was convicted on two counts of transportation for the purposes of prostitution. Last Friday, the music mogul turned convicted felon received his sentence: 50 months in prison and a $500,000 fine. Laura Coates speaks with writer Touré about the cultural significance of the verdict, then gets legal analysis from attorney Joey Jackson. This episode was produced by Paola Ortiz, Eryn Mathewson, Rachid Haoues and Andrea Lewis Senior producer: Dan Bloom Technical director: Dan Dzula Executive producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs is over, but the rap mogul’s legal woes aren't. He was acquitted on the more serious charges he faced, but he’s awaiting sentencing on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, and could face up to 20 years in federal prison. Meanwhile, the lead prosecutor in the case, Maurene Comey, was fired this week. Laura joins legal analysts Joey Jackson and Misty Marris for a post-trial post-mortem, and dissects the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution’s RICO case, what to make of the 66 pending civil lawsuits against Diddy, and what Comey’s ouster has to do with all of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean 'Diddy' Combs finds himself back in custody after a surprising verdict, guilty on some counts but not on major charges. An alternate juror shares compelling insights about the deliberation process and their thoughts on the mixed verdict. Former record executive 'Suge' Knight calls in with his take from prison, while attorney Gloria Allred discusses civil suits against Diddy. The podcast dives into the music industry's relentless pursuit of success and the personal consequences that come with it, especially in light of the ongoing Me Too movement.

Jurors delivered a mixed verdict in Sean Combs' trial, acquitting him of serious racketeering and sex trafficking charges that could have meant a life sentence. However, he was found guilty on lesser charges related to transportation for prostitution. The courtroom buzzed with emotions as reactions poured in from various stakeholders. As the dust settled, discussions erupted around the implications these verdicts hold for both Combs and the victims involved.

Jurors have decided verdicts on four of the five counts against Sean “Diddy” Combs — but they still have one more to deliberate on. CNN’s Kara Scannell describes the atmosphere in the courthouse today as Laura Coates tells us where this trial could go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seven weeks. Twenty-nine days of testimony. Thirty-four witnesses. And now, there's nothing left for the jury in the federal criminal trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs to hear besides their instructions from the judge. CNN’s Laura Coates and Elizabeth Wagmeister were in court Friday as the defense wrapped up its closing argument and the prosecution gave its rebuttal. They break down the last words from both sides in the trial that will decide Diddy’s fate.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As federal prosecutors delivered their closing argument in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial, they boiled down seven weeks of testimony — 34 witnesses and thousands of pages of evidence — into a sharp, simplified case for conviction. All eyes now turn to Diddy’s defense team, who will present their closing argument tomorrow after resting their case without calling a single witness. Attorney and legal analyst Joey Jackson joins and tells Laura how he sees it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The end is in sight in the federal criminal trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. CNN entertainment correspondent Elizbeth Wagmeister brings us her big scoop of the day: Diddy himself won’t testify. She explains what experts say is the reason. Then, Laura Coates catches up with BBC presenter Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, host of Diddy On Trial, who helps break down the prosecution’s case so far — what’s worked in their favor, and where they might struggle to convince the jury.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All eyes were on the jury in the courtroom of the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial this week after juror No. 6 was dismissed. Former federal prosecutor and white-collar defense attorney Gene Rossi explains why he was booted just as the prosecution gets ready to rest its case — and why the defense is up in arms about it. He also shares why his opinion has shifted when it comes to which side has the upper hand. Plus, CNN entertainment correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister zeros in on why the prosecution’s summary witness is so crucial in a complex case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rapper Kanye West showed up at court today to support Sean “Diddy” Combs, putting a spotlight on the role of fame and celebrity in this trial. We get an update on the circus that ensued at the courthouse today. Then entertainment lawyer Lisa Bonner weighs in on the fifth week of testimony and whether Diddy’s larger-than-life persona will work in favor of the prosecution — or the defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices