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The Trial

Daily Mail
Brianna Ghey
Murder
Teenagers
Cheshire
Dark Web
Manchester Crown Court
Murder Trials
Forensic Evidence
Justice System
Court Proceedings
Police Investigation
Mental Health
Child Offenders
Stabbing
Trial
Knife Crime
British Legal System
Victoria
Mark Gordon
Constance Marten

The Trial 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.

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Latest Episodes

Guilty of harassment but Not Guilty of stalking. That’s the jury’s verdict today on Julia Wandelt’s “relentless” pursuit of the parents of Madeleine McCann. It means she could soon be released from prison and likely deported back to Poland. In this e... more

Today Caroline and Claire have the moment the police investigation into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann was accused of being in a state of “almost inertia”. The barrister for Karen Spragg said Julia Wandelt was treated like a “nutter” by the po... more

In this episode Julia Wandelt accuses Gerry McCann of being involved in the abduction of his daughter Madeleine. She also says he has silenced his wife Kate and she claims officers from The Met may also have threatened her. She said she feels vulnera... more

In this episode Caroline and Claire have the words of Julia Wandelt as she gave evidence for the first time in her defence. She told the jury she wouldn’t have pursued the McCanns if they’d just done a DNA test. It’s also now emerged she was being ad... more

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Recent Guests

Jatek Wandelt
Father of Julia Wandelt, a radiologist in Poland
Episode: The McCann 'Stalkers' - “Why?”
Julia Wandelt
Claimant who believes she may be Madeleine McCann and provides evidence in her defense.
Episode: The McCann 'Stalkers' - The ‘Stalker’s’ Story
David Payne
A family friend of the McCanns who was present when Madeleine went missing and provided testimony about his experience.
Episode: The McCann 'Stalkers' - The DNA Evidence
Fiona Payne
A family friend of the McCanns and David's wife, who testified alongside her husband regarding their experiences during the events surrounding Madeleine's disappearance.
Episode: The McCann 'Stalkers' - The DNA Evidence
Danny Bogado
Director of the documentary Conviction, The Case of Lucy Letby
Episode: Lucy Letby: Conviction
Dr. Mike Hall
Expert witness who discusses his experiences and opinions regarding the Lucy Letby case.
Episode: Lucy Letby’s Expert Witness
Lucy Swindlehurst
Intermediary supporting vulnerable defendants in court
Intermediary Cooperative
Episode: High School Stabbing - The Intermediary
Paula Backen
Chair of the Intermediary Cooperative
Episode: High School Stabbing - The Intermediary
Caroline Wilgoose
Mother of murder victim Harvey Willgoose
Episode: High School Stabbing - Guilty

Hosts

Caroline Cheetham
Broadcaster and journalist with a focus on high-profile trials. Hosted various related content and contributes to raising awareness about criminal justice issues.
Jack Hardy
News reporter and co-host, known for covering significant trials and contributing to legal discussions on various platforms.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • Love to listen but can’t find what I’m looking for?!

    Omg can this please be organized into topics? Where do I find the Lucy letby episodes post the new evidence? There’s so much to trawl through it’s really difficult to listen, please put into seasons or threads so we can listen fluently. I gave up. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Julalona
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Bias presenters

    Enjoyed the LL podcast, it’s just a shame that the presenters are bias. Can’t wait until they are proved wrong.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Deb149/
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Poorly organized

    Can we get a more organized feed with individual cases and filtering out all the paywalled episodes. And WHY are you using AI voices? Garbage.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lacey121212
    United States2 months ago
  • Hmmm.

    Liked it until they used the AI voices. Eww.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MiniReview
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great Show

    Love the pod, really well put together. The latest one about the school stabbing makes me sick. Sounds like both kids were absolute trouble. How the hell are parents letting kids buy knives? I blame the parents for the way the kids turned out. One of them paid the ultimate price but it sounds like it could have gone either way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    monkinoz
    Australia4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some reviews indicate frustrations with organization and repetitiveness in episodes, suggesting a need for better structure.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth content and analysis, finding the storytelling compelling and engaging.
The emotional narratives resonate strongly, particularly with issues of youth crime and social justice, garnering positive feedback on the presentation of sensitive topics.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#25
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#53
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#248
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#52
Russia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#101
India/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#148
Ireland/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The McCann 'Stalkers' - The end of the “charade”
Q: Are you okay with the fact that the DNA evidence shows you are not related to the McCann family?
I don't care anymore. If people say I am not, I am okay with it. I am exhausted with it, I just want to know who I am.
The McCann 'Stalkers' - The end of the “charade”
Q: What was ever going to satisfy you?
The investigation into my disappearance, into what happened to me, why am I here?
The McCann 'Stalkers' - The end of the “charade”
Q: Do you still believe you may be Madeleine McCann?
If I received the entire paperwork, I would accept it.
High School Stabbing - The Intermediary
Q: Do intermediaries believe they are brought in early enough in the process?
No, there is a consensus that they are often only involved on day one and not in earlier stages like initial police interviews which could improve outcomes.
High School Stabbing - The Intermediary
Q: How do you build a relationship with the defendant and assist them throughout the trial?
The intermediary assesses the defendant's needs, provides recommendations, and communicates effectively during the trial, ensuring the defendant understands the process.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Trial

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

Exploring key trials and pivotal courtroom moments, this podcast provides an in-depth analysis of high-profile legal cases. Recent episodes predominantly focus on the tragic stabbing incident of a teenager, filled with emotional testimonies and critical legal discussions surrounding youth violence, bullying, and the cultural implications of knife crime. Each episode meticulously unpacks complicated narratives, featuring interviews with witnesses and experts to highlight the systemic issues at play and advocate for change while educating listeners about the judicial process. Unique elements include emotional accounts from victim families and insights into the complexities faced by young defendants, which brings a human dimension to the explo... more

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1. Jatek Wandelt
2. Julia Wandelt
3. David Payne
4. Fiona Payne
5. Danny Bogado
6. Dr. Mike Hall
7. Lucy Swindlehurst
8. Paula Backen

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