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

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

Author: ABC News June 13, 2025 Duration: 18:36
“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." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Behind the glamorous facade of hip-hop's most powerful circles, a darker story was waiting to be told. Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy, from ABC News, examines the dramatic fall of Sean "Diddy" Combs, moving beyond the music and mogul status to confront serious allegations that have surfaced after years of quiet rumors. This podcast isn't just about celebrity gossip; it's a meticulous exploration of how influence can silence uncomfortable truths, set against the backdrop of the music industry and true crime. You'll hear how a single video of assault acted as a catalyst, breaking a long-held silence and leading to a series of lawsuits that paint a disturbing picture. Each episode digs into the specifics of these legal claims, which include accounts of sexual abuse and orchestrated manipulation, asking tough questions about accountability and the cost of fame. By weaving together cultural analysis with investigative reporting, the series provides a necessary and sobering look at a figure once deemed untouchable. Tune in for a narrative that is as compelling as it is unsettling, where the beats of success are interrupted by the rhythm of justice.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 32

Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy
Podcast Episodes
The Trial: Abuse or Coercion? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:06
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 “h…
The Trial: A "Good Juror" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:00
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 consul…
The Trial: A Jury of One’s Peers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:39
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 podcas…
The Trial: Countdown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:33
As the podcast shifts into trial coverage mode, host and ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire analyzes wins for both the prosecution and the defense in terms of what evidence the jury may see. Learn more about your…
USA v. Sean Combs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:23
Sean Combs now awaits trial in Brooklyn's infamous Metropolitan Detention Center. In May, his highly publicized case is scheduled to go to trial. What do we know about the charges Diddy faces, the case prosecutors plan t…
Downfall [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:34
As the wave of civil lawsuits against Diddy continues to grow, in March of 2024, federal agents raid two of his properties in connection to a human trafficking investigation. Just a couple months later, an old video of D…
Before and After [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:49
Soon after Cassie and Diddy end their relationship, Diddy rebrands himself again, as Sean “Love” Combs. He's on his way to becoming hip hop’s third billionaire, wins lifetime achievement awards and gets the key to New Yo…
Me & U [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:08
Diddy signs a young singer with a hit single who’s on the fast track to fame. Cassie Ventura reportedly agrees to a 10 album deal. They become romantically involved and Cassie’s career flatlines, leaving fans wondering w…
Invincible [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:41
We chart Diddy’s rise from musician to mogul, from the center of hip-hop to the center of American culture. But that rise wasn’t always a smooth ascent. Along the way, he had moments of alleged violence and brushes with…
Party's Over [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:07
Diddy was a legendary party host. His star-studded “white parties” were glittering displays of wealth and social capital that started in the world of hip-hop, and ultimately expanded far beyond it. But after a criminal i…