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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
Lawsuits
Diddy Trial
Domestic Abuse
Rachel Kennedy

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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The life that Chris and Shannan Watts had was slipping away. 

The doting wife and mom fought to keep her family together. The couple was expecting another child — a son, Nico — and they had two happy and energetic little girls already. 

As Shannan ... more

Melissa Barthelemy went missing in 2009 when her doting kid sister Amanda Funderburg was just 15.

Amid a desperate search, Amanda began getting calls from Melissa's phone. The teen hoped it was good sign — that Melissa resurfaced or that someone had... more

Rex Heuermann’s victims got a measure of justice last month, but the pain and the questions linger for their families. The deranged former architect spent decades murdering sex workers and callously dumping their brutalized remains around Gilgo Beach... more

It’s another chance for Alex Murdaugh to try to prove he did not callously gun down his wife and youngest son.

Murdaugh was previously convicted of fatally shooting Maggie and Paul Murdaugh in a desolate area of his family’s sprawling South Carolina... more

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Recent Guests

Sherilyn Cadel
Author and commentator on Watts case
Self-published/Various
Episode: Chris Watts Unmasked Pt.1 - Sex, Secrets and Lies: How Watts Betrayed Wife Before Killings
Vanessa Walsh
True crime podcaster who investigated Watts case
Self-published/Podcasting
Episode: Chris Watts Unmasked Pt.1 - Sex, Secrets and Lies: How Watts Betrayed Wife Before Killings
Amanda McMahon
Hairstylist connected with Watts on Tinder
Episode: Chris Watts Unmasked Pt.1 - Sex, Secrets and Lies: How Watts Betrayed Wife Before Killings
Steve Helling
Daily Mail crime reporter
Daily Mail
Episode: Chris Watts Unmasked Pt.1 - Sex, Secrets and Lies: How Watts Betrayed Wife Before Killings
Luke Kenton
Daily Mail crime reporter
Daily Mail
Episode: Chris Watts Unmasked Pt.1 - Sex, Secrets and Lies: How Watts Betrayed Wife Before Killings
Amanda Funderburg
Sister of Melissa Barthelemy, a victim in the Gilgo Beach murders
Family of a victim
Episode: Melissa Barthelemy's Sister On Long Wait to Face ‘Repulsive Monster’ In Court
Elizabeth Meserve
Megan Waterman's aunt
Family of Megan Waterman
Episode: 'I Don't Think He Knows How To Be Sorry': A Sit Down With Gilgo Victim's Family
Liliana Waterman
Megan Waterman's daughter
Family of Megan Waterman
Episode: 'I Don't Think He Knows How To Be Sorry': A Sit Down With Gilgo Victim's Family
Ruth Bashinsky
Daily Mail reporter
Daily Mail
Episode: 'I Don't Think He Knows How To Be Sorry': A Sit Down With Gilgo Victim's Family

Host

Rachel Sharp
Senior crime correspondent and courtroom reporter

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 726 ratings
  • Too much Diddy

    So many trials around. Why so much Diddy? Who cares?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Annierabbit#
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Poor grammar

    Do better. You are journalists and can’t differentiate between was/wasn’t and were/weren’t for singular and plural.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    annabelmog
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Kurt Cobain

    Cobain had attempted suicide only a few months earlier, recall that he was even asked about this in an interview. His family believes it to have been suicide to this very day. I remember this well, I lived in Seattle in 1993-95. I wish people including investigators would allow him to rest in peace.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NickLaurensMom
    United States5 months ago
  • Don’t bother x

    Short episodes, dramatised and too much opinion. Definitely NOT what the people want!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tara jenning
    Australiaa year ago
  • Disgusting

    Interviewing misogynists and clowns laughing at victims. Gross

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NikkWitt
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners appreciate deep dives into trial dynamics and firsthand reporting from journalists.
Some episodes are criticized for over-dramatization or uneven production quality.
Feedback is mixed on guest selections, with praise for expert insights but criticism of certain interviews.

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Apple Podcasts
#191
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#40
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#195
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#51
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#19
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#25
Indonesia/True Crime

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lively vs. Baldoni: The Real Reason the Feuding Stars Settled
Q: What would have been the defense strategy or strongest evidence if this had gone to trial?
The strongest evidence would likely include electronically stored information like texts and emails, along with contract terms and potential damages under California law; objections such as hearsay would need to be navigated, and the overall damages question would be pivotal.
Lively vs. Baldoni: The Real Reason the Feuding Stars Settled
Q: What do you imagine the non-monetary terms of the settlement would be?
Typical terms include a non-disparagement clause and confidentiality, with possible monetary consequences if confidentiality is breached, even when the settlement itself contains no direct financial payment.
Lively vs. Baldoni: The Real Reason the Feuding Stars Settled
Q: So how does something like this come about, especially at the very last minute?
Settlements commonly occur after extensive discovery and motion practice when parties reassess the risk of trial, the costs involved, and the desire to avoid further reputational damage, leading to a late-stage resolution.
Melissa Barthelemy's Sister On Long Wait to Face ‘Repulsive Monster’ In Court
Q: What was it like hearing Rex Heuermann's voice in court or on the phone?
Amanda explains the mixture of anger, disgust, and a compulsion to see him held accountable, noting how his demeanor in court contrasted with the ongoing impact of his acts on the victims' families.
Melissa Barthelemy's Sister On Long Wait to Face ‘Repulsive Monster’ In Court
Q: Amanda, could you tell us about Melissa?
Amanda describes Melissa as a caring, adventurous sister who looked out for her and supported her through difficult times; Melissa's loss profoundly affected the family and shaped Amanda's own life in terms of fear, resilience, and a commitment to finding truth.

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A detailed, narrative-focused true crime program that takes listeners into courtroom dynamics and the unfolding of high-profile cases. Episodes blend prosecutorial and investigative perspectives with on-the-ground reporting, expert commentary, and select dramatizations or voices from transcripts. The show often features experienced crime journalists and legal professionals, delivering case timelines, trial updates, and implications for victims and families. Notable is the mix of exclusive interviews, firsthand courtroom observations, and ongoing coverage of complex legal proceedings; production occasionally uses actors or AI-generated voices, which some listeners love for immersion and others criticize for sensationalism. This blend makes i... more

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1. Sherilyn Cadel
2. Vanessa Walsh
3. Amanda McMahon
4. Steve Helling
5. Luke Kenton
6. Amanda Funderburg
7. Elizabeth Meserve
8. Liliana Waterman

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