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For decades, Sean "Diddy" Combs was among the most influential entertainers and entrepreneurs in hip-hop. But Diddy’s star began to implode when a video came out showing the music mogul assaulting his then-girlfriend. There had long been whispers about Diddy's aggression. But critics say his influence and relevance kept the rumors quiet. Until now. A raft of new lawsuits detail shocking allegations of sexual abuse and manipulation orchestrated in so-called "freak offs" -- sex parties Diddy allegedly ordered, videotaped and controlled. Diddy now faces federal charges that include sex trafficking. He has denied all wrongdoing and said all encounters were consensual. A new podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio traces how whispers of abuse came to light and led to Diddy’s downfall. ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire takes listeners inside the rise and fall of Diddy, the allegations and his defense with twice-weekly real-time updates during the trial.

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The Trial: A Jury of One’s Peers

2025/05/06

The citizens of New York who may serve on the jury in Sean Combs’ federal trial begin to answer questions. What it takes to assemble a jury in a high-profile case like this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: A "Good Juror"

2025/05/09

Jury experts say it’s more like jury “de-selection,” than selection. Picking a jury is about trying to eliminate potential jurors who might be bad for your side, while leaving the ones who might be favorable. Jury consultant Eric Rudich explains how attorneys try to suss these out. If you have a question about the case you'd like Brian Buckmire to answer in an upcoming episode, leave a voicemail at 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Abuse or Coercion?

2025/05/13

The newly seated jury heard opening statements with dueling explanations of events: The government said the evidence will show that the sexual conduct in this case was coercive and criminal. The defense conceded Combs “has a temper” and “got violent” when they say he drank or used drugs, but said domestic violence is not part of the charges. Early prosecution witnesses included a former hotel security guard who testified about Combs’s violence toward Cassie in a 2016 incident and a male escort. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Star Witness

2025/05/16

With no cameras in the courtroom, one of the key people taking in every word and noting reactions in the courtroom is ABC Coordinating Producer Tonya Simpson who’s there with her pen and notebook. We’ll get her take on the dramatic testimony of Cassie Ventura, the government’s first major witness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Your Questions Asked and Answered

2025/05/20

Brian Buckmire answers your questions about domestic violence, jury notes and the possibility of a presidential pardon. If you have a question about the case you'd like Brian Buckmire to answer in an upcoming episode, leave a voicemail at 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Prosecutors Go for the Big Fish

2025/05/23

Brian recaps key moments in court this week, including Kid Cudi taking the stand. Then, a conversation with former prosecutor Moira Penza who won a conviction in the high profile RICO and sex trafficking case against Keith Raniere of NXIVM. Diddy faces those charges as well, and two of the defense attorneys Penza went up against in that 2019 trial are now representing him. If you have questions about the case, leave us a voicemail at 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Evidence

2025/05/30

Brian Buckmire sits down with ABC’s Peter Charalambous for a deep dive into the evidence of USA v. Sean Combs. Over 200 exhibits have been entered into evidence and seen by the jury to try to bolster both the prosecution and defense’s cases. Plus, the biggest moments from court this week -- including the defense moving for a mistrial and testimony from former employees of Combs. One telling the jury she was kidnapped and another testifying that she couldn’t leave whenever she wanted, only when she had permission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: A Heated Cross

2025/06/03

Cross-examination of “Mia,” a former Combs assistant, gets contentious. Plus, we answer more of your questions on non-disclosure agreements, no-show witnesses and lesser charges. Meanwhile, outside the courtroom, the looming question of a presidential pardon, and Suge Knight weighs in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Diddy Gets Scolded

2025/06/06

Brian Buckmire talks with someone at ABC who’s been tracking Diddy’s story very closely: Stephanie Maurice coordinates all the interview bookings for ABC’s coverage of Diddy (including this podcast!). She’s been in the courtroom watching the explosive testimony and comparing it with allegations from the civil lawsuits against Diddy. She’s got her eyes on Diddy everyday in court and she’s noticed how expressive he’s been during testimony. The judge has taken note, too. Got a question about the trial? Leave a voicemail at 929-388-1249 and Brian Buckmire might answer it on a future episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: “I’m not a sex robot”

2025/06/10

“Jane” returned to the stand and told jurors that Cassie Ventura’s lawsuit was like “reading my own sexual trauma.” She testified her alleged “hotel nights” were a lot like Cassie’s alleged freak-offs. The jury also heard Diddy’s voice in audio evidence. “Jane” told the jury she stood up to her boyfriend but also felt trapped because he paid for the roof over her head. And, Brian Buckmire answers your questions about jury nullification, mistrials, and Bibles in court. If you have questions about the trial, leave a voicemail at 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: “You went to another man's freak-off?”

2025/06/13

“Jane” wrapped up a week on the stand. Combs’ former girlfriend told jurors about her resentment over participating in “hotel nights" which she believed other girlfriends didn’t do. She also described a trip to Las Vegas with another famous rapper. Brian Buckmire talks with ABC Chief Investigative Correspondent Aaron Katersky about the cross examination of "Jane." If you have a question about the case, leave a voicemail at 929-388-1249 and Brian will try to answer it on a future episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: New Week, New Juror

2025/06/17

The judge in Sean Combs’ trial removed a juror following questions about his candor and whether -- as the judge said -- he “shaded answers to get on and stay on the jury.” An alternate juror took his place. The prosecution could rest its case as soon as Wednesday. And Brian Buckmire answers your questions about why the jury isn’t sequestered, why there are no cameras in federal court and if prosecutors would ever go after alleged victims as co-conspirators. Leave a voicemail with your question: 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Who’s the Leak?

2025/06/20

This week in USA v Sean Combs: The judge is concerned that his court has a leak, there’s another issue with one of the jurors, and the jury saw videos of freak offs for the first time. Brian Buckmire also talks to prominent defense attorney Donna Rotunno, who represented Harvey Weinstein, about possible strategies for Sean Combs’ defense. If you have a question about the case, leave a voicemail at 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: Zero Witnesses for the Defense

2025/06/24

The case could be in the hands of the jury by Friday, and Brian Buckmire answers more of your questions. You can leave a voicemail with your question about the trial at 929-388-1249. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trial: The Prosecution’s Closing Argument

2025/06/27

The government reminded jurors of the complex web of witnesses and evidence it has presented over the past month and a half to try to prove Sean Combs guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking. The defense team will make its closing arguments Friday. ABC News legal contributors Channa Lloyd and Bernarda Villalona join Brian Buckmire to break down how prosecutors made their case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4.7 out of 5

1196 reviews

★★★★★

Momma from GA 2025/10/05

I’m a Crime Conossier

Great podcast. I love the breakdown, questions and in depth info.

★★★★★

Rachgobucks 2025/08/09

I was Hooked

Brian is excellent. This is a great podcast! Having been a lover of Hip Hop Rap since the mid-80s, of course I needed to follow the Diddy trial. Brian...

★★★★★

Sea Sista 2025/07/18

Shut the front door!

Brian went on Beyond the Blinds!!!! OMG whaaaat???i was NOT expecting that. He's fantastic. I loved getting to hear him chat with Kelli & Troy. He's...

★★★★★

TinyTim68! 2025/07/09

Love it!

Love it! Definitely suggest listening but why would you not put newest episodes first?

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Pammerscout 2025/07/08

Show- Yes ! Verdict- NO!!

The reaction from the “influencers” was disgusting. While everyone has different opinions and levels of tolerance for “alternative lifestyles”, it’s g...

★★★★★

mr00002 2025/07/03

Verdict

Love the show. Disgusted with the verdict. I am truly worried about the safety of the victims.

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JiUloveNherEalot 2025/07/06

He got freed

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★★★★★

JayPeach 2025/07/03

Impartial, fact-based analysis!

Brian did an incredible job covering and analyzing this trial. This is a great podcast for anyone who wants an unbiased analysis of the case and trial...

★★★★★

H_o_f_f_m_a_n 2025/07/03

Informative and Well-Paced

Bad Wrap: The Case Against Diddy was a very informative and well-produced podcast. I appreciated the shorter episodes that got straight to the point, ...

★★★★★

Brent Arnold from portland 2025/07/02

5 of ‘em

Brian seems like a kind and thoughtful guy. And I appreciate the thorough work. Great listen.

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