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The Trial: USA

The Crime Desk
Sean Diddy Combs
Sex Trafficking
Cassie Ventura
New York
Sean 'diddy' Combs
Sean Combs
Racketeering
Daily Mail
Federal Charges
Criminal Enterprise
Sexual Assault
Diddy
Bad Boy Records
Jury Selection
Freak-Offs
Jay Z
Lindsay Clancy
Lawsuits
Diddy Trial
Domestic Abuse

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.

The Trial series occasionally uses actors and some voices genera... more

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Latest Episodes

Sandra Birchmore was pregnant when she was found dead. Her death was originally ruled a suicide. Now, a former police officer is on trial, accused of killing her and staging the scene.

Prosecutors have alleged that Matthew Farwell wanted to stop her... more

Sandra Birchmore was pregnant when she was found dead. Her death was originally ruled a suicide. Now, a former police officer is on trial, accused of killing her and staging the scene.

Prosecutors have alleged that Matthew Farwell wanted to stop her... more

Alex Murdaugh’s latest pre-trial hearing became a battle over what evidence is allowed in court- and could shape the future of his trial.

He was convicted of murdering his wife Maggie and youngest son Paul in 2023, but that conviction was overturned... more

Caleb Flynn thought he could murder his wife, stage a break-in and convince police an intruder was responsible.

But his own words and devices helped expose the lie.

In this follow up episode looking at the American Idol Alum and former pastor accus... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Bowman
Daily Mail senior reporter covering the Matthew Farwell trial
Daily Mail
Episode: Sandra Birchmore - Suicide or Cover-Up?
Rachel Sharp
Crime Desk reporter covering the Alex Murdaugh case.
The Crime Desk
Episode: Alex Murdaugh - The Battle Over Evidence
Dana Kennedy
Senior investigative reporter
Daily Mail
Episode: The Cornell 7 - Why Weren't There Charges?
Natasha Anderson
Journalist covering the trial
The Trial USA / The Crime Desk
Episode: American Idol Alum Accused of Murder
Greg Kading
Former LAPD detective who led a multi-agency task force investigating Tupac Shakur and Notorious BIG cases
Los Angeles Police Department (former)
Episode: The Murder of Tupac Shakur
Dr. Susan Hatters-Freedman
Leading forensic reproductive psychiatrist
The Trial USA Plus interview
Episode: The Trial of Lindsay Clancy - Your Questions Answered
Mike Wagner
Director, School of Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Episode: The Trial of Lindsay Clancy - Your Questions Answered
Paul Zeizel
Forensic psychologist
Private practice/Defense consultant
Episode: The Trial of Lindsay Clancy - “She Was Begging for Help”
Gary Brucato
Clinical and forensic psychologist discussed in interview
Independent psychologist (as described)
Episode: Chris Watts Unmasked Pt.4 - Mind of a Murderer: How an Apparent Family Man Became a Monster

Hosts

Kayla Brantley
Host of The Trial USA, The Crime Desk; frequent anchor and lead host across episodes.
Ruth Bashinsky
Daily Mail correspondent providing reporting and questions in episodes.
Rachel Sharp
Reporter contributing and reporting on case developments and interviews.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 750 ratings
  • Needs a new presenter

    Had to switch off, Rachel is unlistenable

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    Aupaysdessoviets
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Very superficial coverage of Clancy case

    It could be worse but there is no attempt to go beyond the surface - there is no real journalism going on here. No insight, no context, no critical thinking - just the basic facts you can read anywhere. The reporter inside the court room (Rachel Sharp) is particularly weak, clearly inexperienced and out of her depth. Her commentary is repetitive, superficial and lacks energy and impact. She needs someone to help her learn how to engage the audience. It’s not fair to leave her waffling on and on ... more

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    Rachel 5678
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great podcast but Rachel’s constant sniffing is extremely distracting

    As above

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lw8787
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Deep Dive

    I like the CW deep dive. Please continue to have psychologists and experts on personality disorders discuss what makes Chris Watts tick. Can you also look into the dysfunctional family that he comes from? They don’t seem too concerned that their grandchildren are gone, which is very weird. Can you take us right up to this supposed marriage that is happening eight years later?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Movie degree
    United States3 months ago
  • Chris watts series

    I was pleasantly surprised to hear Vanessa Walsh from Unmasked on the Chris Watts series she definitely knows this case inside & out and up close and personal but confused why Amanda was on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
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    RLS206
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners value deep-dive psychology and expert insight, especially on personality dynamics and manipulation.
Guests and investigative reporting are praised for depth and context.
Feedback ranges from high praise for detailed analysis to criticism of pacing and certain guests.

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#102
United Kingdom/True Crime
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#215
Australia/True Crime
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#242
France/True Crime
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#139
United Arab Emirates/True Crime
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#147
Ireland/True Crime
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#183
New Zealand/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sandra Birchmore - Suicide or Cover-Up?
Q: How does this go from there being a suicide ruling for Sandra to an FBI investigation and a federal prosecution?
The FBI reopened the case around 2023 after an internal Stoughton Police Department investigation found that Farwell and two other officers had sexual relationships with Birchmore. Federal investigators later accused Farwell of killing her to stop her from exposing alleged abuse.
Sandra Birchmore - Suicide or Cover-Up?
Q: What can you tell us about the woman at the center of this case, the woman who died, Sandra Birchmore?
Rachel Bowman describes Birchmore as a 23-year-old instructional assistant who was pregnant, excited to become a mother, and living on her own in Canton. She had met Farwell through a police youth program as a child.
Alex Murdaugh - The Battle Over Evidence
Q: What was the other theory that the defense indicated may have happened that night?
The defense cited an allegation that cousin Eddie owed $165,000 to the Cowboys Drug Gang, suggesting the murders could have resulted from a drug deal gone bad or an effort to collect the debt. The allegation was presented as a possible alternate theory, not an established fact.
Alex Murdaugh - The Battle Over Evidence
Q: What did the judge allow the defense to do with the new DNA evidence, and why do they believe further testing could matter?
The judge permitted testing of unidentified DNA found beneath Maggie's fingernails and on her phone. The defense hopes testing may identify another suspect, though the prosecution argued the evidence could be a red herring and testing would use up the remaining material.
The Cornell 7 - Why Weren't There Charges?
Q: What do we know about the decision not to bring criminal charges in 2024?
Kennedy says the district attorney relied on New York's law concerning voluntary intoxication and consent after receiving a six-page summary of Jane Doe's report. There is also a dispute about whether prosecutors received the alleged Snapchat messages.

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3. Dana Kennedy
4. Natasha Anderson
5. Greg Kading
6. Dr. Susan Hatters-Freedman
7. Mike Wagner
8. Paul Zeizel

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