Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy

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  "The Gambit" 07.09.2026 29мин

  What’s next in Luigi Mangione’s state and federal cases now that he has pleaded guilty in federal court to stalking UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson — and admitted to shooting him? Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.  To hear more legal coverage from ABC News, follow Burden of Proof Daily on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  "Free Luigi" 31.08.2026 38мин

  How did the killing of one man become a flashpoint for widespread frustration with America’s healthcare industry?   Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  "Mister Cactus" 24.08.2026 43мин

  Some people who crossed paths with Luigi Mangione throughout his life say he was kind and had a promising future. How did Brian Thompson's shooter change in the lead-up to his arrest? Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  "B.T." 17.08.2026 36мин

  Who was UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson?  Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Christmastime in Altoona 10.08.2026 41мин

  The manhunt for the alleged shooter of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson comes to an end at a McDonald’s in Altoona, PA.  Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Coming Soon: 'Burden of Proof: Luigi Mangione' 28.07.2026 2мин

  Nearly a year after Bad Rap: The Case Against Diddy, ABC News and 20/20 are back with season two of Burden of Proof. This season, Brian Buckmire will follow the latest case to captivate the American public.  Luigi Mangione will soon be in a Manhattan courtroom, standing trial for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was shot dead on a New York City sidewalk in December 2024. In this five-part series, ABC News Legal Analyst Brian Buckmire examines the case against Mangione – and explores how Brian Thompson’s murder affected the conversation about healthcare in America.  New episodes release weekly right here in this feed beginning Monday, August 10, or early and ad-free for subscribers to 20/20 True Crime+. Visit apple.co/2020truecrime to learn more about 20/20 True Crime+ and start your free trial today.  Terms apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  It's All About the Sentence 04.10.2025 20мин

  Diddy’s sentencing hearing featured a highly-produced video from the defense, tearful testimony from his children, and attorneys who gave statements testifying to his character. None of his victims appeared in court. The judge sentenced him to a little more than four years in prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: After the Verdict 08.07.2025 43мин

  Last week, the jury in USA v. Sean Combs returned a split verdict. Reactions have been split, too. Lots of people have weighed in -- from Sean Combs’ family to other celebrities, to you: our listeners. As we wrap up trial coverage, ABC News Legal Contributor Brian Buckmire sits down with ABC’s Tonya Simpson to dissect the verdict and process what it might mean for Diddy’s legacy. Also, Brian answers your post-verdict questions. We’ll be back in your feed for Diddy’s sentencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: Split Verdict 03.07.2025 12мин

  The jury in USA v. Sean Combs returned a verdict in his trial Wednesday morning. They found him guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, but not guilty on the more serious charges he faced. ABC New Legal Contributor Brian Buckmire brings us this breaking news episode, sharing his reactions to the verdict, as well as what to expect from Combs’s future sentencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: Verdict Watch 01.07.2025 18мин

  The jury picked a foreperson, and not long after, the foreperson sent the judge a note about a juror who they claim could not follow the judge’s instructions. ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire examines the first day of deliberations and answers your questions about hung juries, what jurors can reveal after they’ve executed their duties, and the sentence Sean Combs could face if convicted. Combs maintains his innocence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Burden of Proof: The Defense’s Closing Argument 27.06.2025 26мин

   Court adjourned Friday with the conclusion of closing arguments. Sean Combs’ lead defense attorney Marc Agnifilo attacked the government’s charges, accusing them of turning Diddy’s sex life into a crime scene. Analysis of closings from Brian Buckmire and others on "Burden of Proof: The Case Against Diddy” which streams weekdays at 5:30 PM Eastern on ABC News Live. Find it on Disney+, Hulu, or on most of your favorite streaming apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: The Prosecution’s Closing Argument 27.06.2025 29мин

  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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  The Trial: Zero Witnesses for the Defense 24.06.2025 21мин

  The case could be in the hands of the jury by Friday, and Brian Buckmire answers more of your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: Who’s the Leak?  20.06.2025 31мин

  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.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: New Week, New Juror 17.06.2025 22мин

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: “You went to another man's freak-off?” 13.06.2025 18мин

  “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
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  The Trial: “I’m not a sex robot” 10.06.2025 20мин

  “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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: Diddy Gets Scolded 06.06.2025 23мин

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Burden of Proof: Follow the Money 03.06.2025 26мин

  Today was all about the money, in the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. An Intercontinental Hotel employee testified that Combs paid him $100,000 in cash to hand over the video of Diddy attacking Cassie. Eddy Garcia told the courtroom that the mogul called him “Eddy, my Angel.” Also, longtime Combs’ Enterprises Chief of Finance explained to the jury how business was conducted in the company. Analysis of witness testimony from Brian Buckmire and others on "Burden of Proof: The Case Against Diddy" which streams weekdays at 5:30PM Eastern on ABC News Live. Find it on Disney+, Hulu, or on most of your favorite streaming apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The Trial: A Heated Cross 03.06.2025 20мин

  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