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The Trial of Russell Brand

The Times
Andrew Malkinson
Greater Manchester Police
Adnan Oktar
Miscarriage Of Justice
Martyn Percy
Suicide
DNA Evidence
Kenneth Law
Turkey
Criminal Justice System
Mental Health
CJ Davis
Sexual Abuse
IRA
David Cameron
Criminal Cases Review Commission
Nigel Farage
Gang Violence
Greensill Capital
Sanjeev Gupta

The Trial of Russell Brand is season 14 of Times Investigates - bringing you award-winning investigative and true crime podcasts from The Times and The Sunday Times

From war zones to suburban homes, pursuing brutal criminals and cult leaders, our podcasts go further than any other to uncover the truth

In season 1, war correspondent Anthony Loyd investigates the life - and fate - of his colleague J... more

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From provocative stand-up comedian to Hollywood leading man, Russell Brand will stand trial next month on seven charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault. He has pleaded not guilty to each. Every day throughout the trial, Luke Jones will b... more

On Monday 12th of October, Russell Brand will stand trial in London’s Southwark Crown Court on seven charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault, relating to six women between 1999 and 2009.

He has pleaded not guilty to each charge.

We'll ... more

As Nigel Farage returns to Parliament with a parliamentary standards investigation hanging over his head, The Sunday Times Insight team are back with the latest developments since the original series was released.

What is a sitting US federal judge ... more

Nigel Farage realises one of his lifelong ambitions, as he becomes an MP, with the help of Posh George.  

This leads to questions over George’s financial support for his ally. Did it breach parliamentary rules? 

And, the Insight team tries to make ... more

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Andreea Perisic
Journalist at Center for Investigative Journalism of Montenegro
CIN Montenegro
Episode: Control, not ownership | Posh George: The criminal behind Farage Ep.3
Paul Charlton
Former US prosecutor, interviewed for expert commentary
Private practice law firm
Episode: Jailbird | Posh George: The criminal behind Farage Ep.2
Lord Hesketh
Latest recruit introduced in the episode
British aristocracy and potential UKIP connection
Episode: Meet George | Posh George: The criminal behind Farage Ep.1
Alexander Hesketh
Sponsor and former racing car figure referenced in an audio read
Hesketh 308 Grand Prix car
Episode: Meet George | Posh George: The criminal behind Farage Ep.1
David Parfett
Father of a victim, campaigner
Family of Tom Parfett
Episode: May 2026 UPDATE: Aiding suicide | Poison Ep. 6
Andy Malkinson
Man wrongfully convicted of rape; subject of the episode
Episode: Still not ‘free’ |Seventeen Years - The Andrew Malkinson Story Ep. 11
Steph Parker
Assistant Chief Constable, Greater Manchester Police
Greater Manchester Police
Episode: The man the police missed |Seventeen Years - The Andrew Malkinson Story Ep. 10
Paul Quinn
Subject of the later-court case, the man convicted for the July 2003 rape
Episode: The real perpetrator (April 2026 UPDATE) | Seventeen Years - The Andrew Malkinson Story Ep. 9
Nero Sereva
Key ISIS figure connected to Cantlie's fate
Islamic State (ISIS)
Episode: The final battle | Last Man Standing Ep 10

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Gabriel Pogrund
Host of investigative reporting series; senior journalist at The Times / The Sunday Times
Emily Dugan
Host and investigative journalist; leads update segments and series
Mario Ledwith
Host and journalist; lead on investigative features

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 767 ratings
  • Bore George - No there there

    Yawn

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YouLikeHerAlfie
    United States2 months ago
  • Proper investigative journalism

    Fascinating story, well told. Stunning revelations. Keep up the great work Gabriel and team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SIRK76
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Fascinating listen about the grifter in chief

    Enjoying seeing this all unravel in real time - great journalism

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lark1413
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Awesome investigation and cool that it’s happening in real time, talk about Posh George the presenter is so posh he can barely speak

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandycrevice98
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Shame

    Found it spoilt by the reader. Unlistenable on headphones due to the constant slurping.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Fore!
    Australia2 months ago

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#32
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#44
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#227
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#29
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#195
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#110
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UPDATE - The woman on the balcony | Posh George: The criminal behind Farage Ep.6
Q: Did George Cottrell pay for any of Nigel Farage's staff in 2024?
Yes, there is evidence suggesting payments occurred before he became a member of parliament, though some responses from involved parties were guarded.
May 2026 UPDATE: Aiding suicide | Poison Ep. 6
Q: What is your reaction to Kenneth Law pleading guilty to aiding suicide in Canada?
The host and David discuss that the plea confirms systematic harms caused by Law's actions, while lamenting that it doesn't address all victims or fix cross-border enforcement gaps; it underscores the need for better regulatory and policing responses to online harms.
The man the police missed |Seventeen Years - The Andrew Malkinson Story Ep. 10
Q: Why wasn't Paul Quinn interviewed earlier in 2003?
There was no initial identification of Quinn as a suspect; testing and investigation focus shifted over the years, and testing opportunities were constrained by regulations and the structure of the case at that time, delaying recognition of his involvement.
The man the police missed |Seventeen Years - The Andrew Malkinson Story Ep. 10
Q: Has anyone been sacked or lost their job as a result of this case?
No definitive disciplinary actions have been taken yet; the IOPC investigation is ongoing and assesses misconduct, with the possibility of consequences if warranted by the findings.
The man the police missed |Seventeen Years - The Andrew Malkinson Story Ep. 10
Q: What does this case tell you about Greater Manchester's police behaviour?
The IOPC will investigate, but so far the response has acknowledged failings, with a commitment to learning from them and ensuring accountability where appropriate, while stressing that ongoing inquiries aim to restore public confidence in policing.

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A hard-hitting investigative series that traces political influence, financial maneuvering, and high-stakes power in the UK. Recent episodes thread together undeclared donations, offshore connections, and intimate ties between a controversial donor network and a prominent political figure, highlighting how money, loyalty, and leverage shape policy and campaigns. The narrative blends courtroom updates, insider testimony, and on-the-ground reporting to explore accountability, parliamentary scrutiny, and the murky intersections of crypto finance and Westminster politics. A standout is the comprehensive, long-form storytelling that builds a multi-layered portrait of influence beyond the headlines, with careful responses from named individuals a... more

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