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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
Open Justice
Youth Offending Teams
Autism

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

In this episode Liz and Caroline speak to Danny Bogado, the director of a new Channel 4 documentary called Conviction: The Lucy Letby Case. They discuss why he wanted to make a film on the case, how he recruited contributors and why he feels it is im... more

Dr Mike Hall was Lucy’s Letby’s key expert witness. But he was never called to give evidence at either of her trials. Caroline and Liz now ask him why. Search: The Trial of Lucy Letby: The Inquiry

The Trial series uses actors and some voices generat... more

In this episode, Caroline and Jack bring you an exclusive interview with the woman who acted as the intermediary for the boy convicted of murdering Harvey Willgoose.

Lucy Swindlehurst reveals the influence she had on the way the trial was conducted,... more

In this episode, Caroline and Jack bring you the verdict from Sheffield Crown Court - guilty.

The 15-year-old defendant was convicted following 14 hours 34 minutes of deliberation by a majority of 11 to one. The episode also features an exclusive i... more

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Recent Guests

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
Kim Kardashian
Reality television star and media personality
Episode: Kim Kardashian: The Ringleaders
Mark McDonald
Barrister representing Lucy Letby
Episode: The Inquiry: Over to the CCRC
James Sheen
Involved in the theft of the golden toilet, has pleaded guilty.
Episode: The Golden Toilet: ‘It’s not a lie’
Fred Doe
Defendant accused of conspiracy to transfer criminal property, involved in money laundering related to the stolen toilet.
Episode: The Golden Toilet: ‘It’s not a lie’
David Wilson
Emeritus Professor in Criminology at Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University
Episode: 3: The Mug Shot

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
  • 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
    Australia2 months ago
  • Poorly organized

    Can we get a more organized feed with individual cases and filtering out all the paywalled episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lacey121212
    United States2 months ago
  • Messy layout is a major issue.

    Content is brilliant but desperately needs to put cases into ‘seasons’ folders or similar instead or dumping into the main page. If there are updates on cases advise followers where they are. Please and thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Night trader
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Good but could be improved

    I found the Letby podcast extremely informative and well executed. This new series not so much.

    I think if you’re going to report on an ongoing court case, be mindful that you are not gratuitous with details that could upset friends and family.

    Also please take care when choosing actors to read from the case, for example the judge sounded as if he was from Father Ted. This just undermines the whole situation.

    The Kim Kardashian trial is like listening to an episode of Allo Allo. It is the sing... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr A Plant
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Allo allo

    I can’t listen to the judge it makes me laugh as he sounds like the police officer in allo allo. I love your podcasts but the accents are just hard to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bluebell40
    Australia5 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
#44
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#56
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#147
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#73
Brazil/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#128
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#162
Japan/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
High School Stabbing - The Intermediary
Q: What's the role of an intermediary in a court case?
An intermediary acts as an advisor in communication for vulnerable individuals in court, ensuring they understand proceedings and can communicate effectively.
High School Stabbing - ‘You got worked up in rage’
Q: Did you know the rumors about your involvement in carrying knives?
The boy denied having a reputation for carrying knives, claiming people didn't know him just for that.
High School Stabbing - ‘You got worked up in rage’
Q: Could you have told Mr. Davis about the worry you had about Harvey?
The boy stated that he didn't want to go to PE in case he saw any of the friends of Pupil A and that he didn't want any trouble.

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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. The Trial of Lucy Letby
2. The Trial: Australia Edition
3. The Trial of Constance Marten & Mark Gordon
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Recent guests on The Trial include:

1. Dr. Mike Hall
2. Lucy Swindlehurst
3. Paula Backen
4. Caroline Wilgoose
5. Kim Kardashian
6. Mark McDonald
7. James Sheen
8. Fred Doe

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