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The Trial: USA

The Crime Desk
Sean Diddy Combs
Sex Trafficking
Bad Boy Records
Rachel Kennedy
Diddy
Federal Charges
Cassie Ventura
Sexual Assault
New York
Jennifer Lopez
Making the Band
Daily Mail
Revolt
Diddy's White Parties
Entertainment Industry
Mary J. Blige
Hollywood
Biggie
Tupac Shakur
Biggie Smalls

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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On this week's episode of The Trial USA, we bring you up to date on the trial of former real estate agent Kouri Richins. She’s accused of murdering her millionaire husband, Eric Richins, with a fentanyl-laced Moscow Mule, before publishing an illustr... more

In 1994, Kurt Cobain was found dead in a room above the garage of his Seattle home. Authorities ruled that he had died from a self-inflicted shotgun wound to the head. The case was closed as a suicide.

But for more than 30 years, questions have ling... more

This week on The Trial: USA, we take you inside a Manhattan courtroom where the sex trafficking trial of Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander has entered its third week - and testimony has left people in tears.

Once high-flying real estate brokers to the ri... more

The search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie escalates.

Just hours after Savannah Guthrie issued a public plea, the FBI released disturbing doorbell footage showing a masked, armed suspect disabling Nancy’s camera the night she disappeared.

Overnight, ... more

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Recent Guests

Neil Low
Retired Seattle Police Captain who investigated Kurt Cobain's death
Seattle Police Department
Episode: Kurt Cobain: Suicide or Homicide? The New Forensic Claims
Dr. Joshua Greenberg
Father of Ellen Greenberg, advocating for justice in his daughter's case.
Episode: Ellen Greenberg: Fifteen Years of Questions
Sandee Greenberg
Mother of Ellen Greenberg, dedicated to uncovering the truth behind her daughter's death.
Episode: Ellen Greenberg: Fifteen Years of Questions
Rachel Sharp
Daily Mail Crime Correspondent
Daily Mail
Episode: Brian Walshe: When Your Search History Becomes Evidence
Arick Fudali
Partner and managing attorney at the Bloom firm, representing plaintiffs in civil cases against Diddy.
Bloom Firm
Episode: Diddy - The Path to Redemption
Laura Collins
Daily Mail journalist investigating the Idaho murders
Daily Mail
Episode: Introducing On The Case: The Idaho Murders
Dr. Gary Brucato
Expert on mass killings and psychology
Not specified
Episode: Introducing On The Case: The Idaho Murders
Arman Wiggins
Independent media personality known for covering pop culture and hip hop news
Episode: Diddy - BONUS: An Interview with Baby Oil Influencer, Arman Wiggins
Maureen Callahan
Daily Mail columnist and host of The Nerve Podcast
Daily Mail
Episode: Diddy - Exceptional Circumstances feat. Maureen Callahan

Hosts

Kayla Brantley
Host known for engaging storytelling and insightful commentary on high-profile trials, contributing significantly to the podcast's narrative depth.
Germania Rodriguez-Poleo
Co-host and legal commentator who provides insights into the legal intricacies of the trials being covered, enhancing the quality of legal discourse.
Marjorie Hernandez
Co-host with extensive experience in journalism, providing analysis and contextual background to the trials discussed, aiming to educate listeners about the legal system.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 720 ratings
  • Don’t bother x

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tara jenning
    Australia8 months ago
  • Disgusting

    Interviewing misogynists and clowns laughing at victims. Gross

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NikkWitt
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Don’t bother

    16 min episode, more than half of which are ads. Don’t bother, there are other better ones

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Supa smurf
    Australia8 months ago
  • Too Hollywood

    Not the usual great standard of The Trial. The podcast is overly dramatised, particularly the use of voice actors to convey words and text messages and inserting presumably the journalists own take on the intonation into the voices, it actually feels like it discredits some of these victims. The lack of chronological order or reporting on what’s actually happening in the trial as it happens is annoying, jumping back and forth between witnesses on different days. Doesn’t feel like unbiased report... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AggieJane*
    Australia9 months ago
  • More detail than the bbc podcast

    OMG, you really come with the tea, and I now have a deeper insight in how Diddy was able to manipulate the women….every women should listen to the crack pipe episode, how he was able to twist and manipulate their love….he played with everyone …

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BBeep Beep
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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Positive reviews highlight the intricate storytelling and the insightful legal analysis provided during the discussions. Many appreciate the depth of research invested in the coverage of each trial.
Listener feedback suggests a divide in opinion about the portrayal of sensitive subjects, including concerns over bias in legal commentary and guest selections.
Critics point out that the podcast can be overly dramatized, with some expressing frustration over the blending of commentary with court proceedings.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#199
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#192
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#215
South Korea/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#243
Mexico/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kurt Cobain: Suicide or Homicide? The New Forensic Claims
Q: What would need to happen for this case to be formally reopened?
Low suggests that the official ruling should be changed from suicide to undetermined to allow for proper investigation.
Kurt Cobain: Suicide or Homicide? The New Forensic Claims
Q: What are some of the other key evidence that points to this not being just an open and shut suicide case?
Low highlights the issues with the suicide note and the lack of blood spatter as key evidence suggesting the case should be re-evaluated.
Kurt Cobain: Suicide or Homicide? The New Forensic Claims
Q: Can you take us back to that time? Walk us through the circumstances of his death.
Neil Low discusses how the investigation was approached given the circumstances, including the heroin epidemic in Seattle at the time.
Nancy Guthrie abduction: A former homicide detective explains what's happening behind the scenes
Q: Are they hoping to spook the suspect?
Chris agrees that the release of the footage is intended to unsettle the suspect, linking it to the broader investigation efforts.
Nancy Guthrie abduction: A former homicide detective explains what's happening behind the scenes
Q: Can we dive into that? What do you make of this footage when you first see it?
Chris discusses the characteristics of the suspect shown in the footage, emphasizing the risk factors involved in the victim's situation and the potential target relationship between the suspect and Nancy.

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What is The Trial: USA about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers an in-depth exploration of high-profile legal cases, focusing particularly on the intricacies of courtroom proceedings. Each episode features detailed recaps of trials and the stories of those involved, including insight from legal experts, victims, and sometimes actors that present dramatizations based on actual court transcripts. A standout element is the emphasis on the emotional and psychological aspects presented in courtroom testimonies, providing listeners with a multifaceted view of the justice process. Unique in its approach, the podcast combines rigorous investigative journalism with narrative storytelling, allowing audiences not only to follow legal developments but also to feel the human impact behind the cas... more

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Recent guests on The Trial: USA include:

1. Neil Low
2. Dr. Joshua Greenberg
3. Sandee Greenberg
4. Rachel Sharp
5. Arick Fudali
6. Laura Collins
7. Dr. Gary Brucato
8. Arman Wiggins

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