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Defense attorney Marc Agnifilo argued that Cassie Ventura was the winner of her relationship with Combs. "She is sitting somewhere in the world with $30 million," he said. "He's in jail." And he tried to make the prosecution of Combs relatable. "They take yellow crime scene tape, figuratively, and they wrap it around his bedroom," he said. "The crime scene is your private sex life." In its rebuttal, the prosecution said the defense "just spent a whole lot of energy trying to blame his victims and the U.S. government for his lies, his threats, and his violence."If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

"He won't take no for an answer," said prosecutor Christy Slavik. She said it over and over during a summation that lasted more than four hours. She argued that the "common purpose" of Combs and his "inner circle" -- his chief of staff, his bodyguards, and some of his assistants -- was to protect him from bad press and law enforcement. And she recounted the dramatic stories told in the courtroom in the past six weeks: Goodfellas-type scenes of alleged bribery, arson, and kidnapping.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

"He won't take no for an answer," said prosecutor Christy Slavik. She said it over and over during a summation that lasted more than four hours. She argued that the "common purpose" of Combs and his "inner circle" -- his chief of staff, his bodyguards, and some of his assistants -- was to protect him from bad press and law enforcement. And she recounted the dramatic stories told in the courtroom in the past six weeks: Goodfellas-type scenes of alleged bribery, arson, and kidnapping.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy https://www.nbcnews.com/diddy-on-trial

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports from court, Sean 'Diddy' Combs is getting more support from his famous friend Kanye West.

The Sex Slave Empire:They promised personal growth and empowerment. Instead, they delivered branding irons, sex slavery, and psychological torture that destroyed hundreds of lives. This is the horrifying true story of how Keith Raniere transformed a self-help organization into a criminal empire built on human trafficking, sexual exploitation, and mind control techniques that would make the CIA jealous. From Hollywood actresses to wealthy heiresses, discover how NXIVM's predators systematically identified, groomed, and enslaved their victims using scientifically-designed psychological manipulation. We'll expose the shocking recruitment methods that targeted vulnerable women, the sadistic initiation rituals that included literal branding with Raniere's initials, and the blackmail system that kept victims trapped in sexual slavery for years. Featuring leaked audio recordings of Raniere's sick fantasies, testimonies from survivors who escaped the nightmare, and expert analysis of the mind control techniques that turned independent women into obedient slaves. This episode reveals how modern slavery operates in plain sight, hidden behind legitimate businesses and charismatic leaders who weaponize trust and vulnerability. The most dangerous predators don't snatch victims off the street – they convince them to walk willingly into hell, believing they're being saved.

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports from court on closing arguments from prosecutors in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial getting underway.

Today, after calling 34 witnesses over six weeks, federal prosecutors rested their case. After that, the defense put on their case. It took them only a half an hour. They called no witnesses. They did argue that the case should be dismissed because the prosecution didn't meet its burden of proof. But the judge reserved his decision on that, and the trial remains on track for the jury to hear summations on Thursday.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

Today, after calling 34 witnesses over six weeks, federal prosecutors rested their case. After that, the defense put on their case. It took them only a half an hour. They called no witnesses. They did argue that the case should be dismissed because the prosecution didn't meet its burden of proof. But the judge reserved his decision on that, and the trial remains on track for the jury to hear summations on Thursday.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has told a judge that he will not testify at his sex trafficking trial; Journalist Antoinette Lattouf will be paid $70,000 in damages from the ABC for her unlawful dismissal; Victoria’s central east woke up to a 2.8 magnitude earthquake this morning; Choice data finds that Aldi is the best value Australian supermarket, but shopping around may yield better prices. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Tina MatolovBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the last days of the trial, the prosecution played more videos of the sexual encounters at the center of the case. Their summary witness also introduced texts and voice notes in which Combs's staff arranges travel for his girlfriends and Combs himself haggles over the price of escorts. In the morning, the defense announced it won't be calling any witnesses at all.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Count 3 of the federal indictment against Sean "Diddy" Combs, which charges him with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion in relation to Victim 2, referred to as "Jane" Doe, accuses him of orchestrating and benefiting from the exploitation of this victim. The charge alleges that Combs used force, manipulation, or deceit to coerce Jane into engaging in sex acts for his benefit, potentially with the knowledge or complicity of his associates. The prosecution's claim hinges on the idea that the victim was not participating in these acts voluntarily but was instead forced or misled into doing so under duress, a key aspect of the trafficking charge under federal law. If the prosecution's evidence is found to be credible, it would prove that Combs played a central role in exploiting Jane, using his power and influence to subject her to coercive circumstances.During the trial, the government presented testimony and evidence suggesting that Combs exerted significant pressure on Jane, using both coercive tactics and the manipulation of power dynamics to force her into sexual acts. Witnesses have claimed that Combs used threats, promises of career advancement, and other forms of psychological manipulation to control Jane's actions, effectively using his position in the entertainment industry to trap her in a situation of trafficking. The defense, on the other hand, has attempted to discredit the victim's testimony, arguing that any interactions between Combs and Jane were consensual, and they are expected to continue challenging the validity of the coercion claims. With the prosecution's evidence already on the table, the key question remains whether the jury will find that the victim was truly coerced or if the defense can sway them to doubt the severity of the alleged trafficking.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The prosecution has presented a detailed case against Sean "Diddy" Combs on Count Two of his federal indictment, which accuses him of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion involving his former girlfriend, Casandra “Cassie” Ventura. Testimony from witnesses and evidence of digital communications between Diddy and Cassie have painted a troubling picture of manipulation and control. Prosecutors argue that Diddy used his power and influence to coerce Cassie into engaging in sex acts with other individuals under duress, maintaining control over her through a mix of threats, promises, and financial leverage. The prosecution also highlighted a pattern of emotional abuse and psychological pressure, underscoring the imbalance of power in their relationship and the ongoing exploitation Cassie faced during their time together. Additionally, the government introduced testimony suggesting that Diddy's management of Cassie's career was a tool to further his control over her, with career opportunities and personal favors tied to her compliance.Forensic evidence and witness statements have supported the allegations, with some individuals describing how Diddy would demand services from Cassie and other women under the guise of business or professional obligations. These claims of sex trafficking are bolstered by text messages and other forms of communication where Diddy's coercive tactics were allegedly evident. Despite the gravity of these accusations, the defense has denied the allegations, presenting their own version of events that disputes the characterization of Diddy's actions as coercive or criminal. The jury will now face the critical task of determining whether the prosecution's portrayal of exploitation is convincing enough to overcome the defense's argument, and if Diddy's actions truly amounted to trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, or if the evidence is insufficient to support such a serious charge.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In the last days of the trial, the prosecution played more videos of the sexual encounters at the center of the case. Their summary witness also introduced texts and voice notes in which Combs's staff arranges travel for his girlfriends and Combs himself haggles over the price of escorts. In the morning, the defense announced it won't be calling any witnesses at all.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports prosecutors in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trail rest their case.

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports the prosecution rests in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial.

VLOG II June 24 US v Sean Combs after Diddy confirms he will NOT testify, and praises judge; his lawyer Alexandra Shapiro previewed closing and/or appeal, on RICO, forced labor and sex trafficking, Jane's story Week 6 book https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=rjtnEQAAQBAJ… Week 7 in prep

The prosecution has presented a detailed case against Sean "Diddy" Combs on Count Two of his federal indictment, which accuses him of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion involving his former girlfriend, Casandra “Cassie” Ventura. Testimony from witnesses and evidence of digital communications between Diddy and Cassie have painted a troubling picture of manipulation and control. Prosecutors argue that Diddy used his power and influence to coerce Cassie into engaging in sex acts with other individuals under duress, maintaining control over her through a mix of threats, promises, and financial leverage. The prosecution also highlighted a pattern of emotional abuse and psychological pressure, underscoring the imbalance of power in their relationship and the ongoing exploitation Cassie faced during their time together. Additionally, the government introduced testimony suggesting that Diddy's management of Cassie's career was a tool to further his control over her, with career opportunities and personal favors tied to her compliance.Forensic evidence and witness statements have supported the allegations, with some individuals describing how Diddy would demand services from Cassie and other women under the guise of business or professional obligations. These claims of sex trafficking are bolstered by text messages and other forms of communication where Diddy's coercive tactics were allegedly evident. Despite the gravity of these accusations, the defense has denied the allegations, presenting their own version of events that disputes the characterization of Diddy's actions as coercive or criminal. The jury will now face the critical task of determining whether the prosecution's portrayal of exploitation is convincing enough to overcome the defense's argument, and if Diddy's actions truly amounted to trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, or if the evidence is insufficient to support such a serious charge.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Count 3 of the federal indictment against Sean "Diddy" Combs, which charges him with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion in relation to Victim 2, referred to as "Jane" Doe, accuses him of orchestrating and benefiting from the exploitation of this victim. The charge alleges that Combs used force, manipulation, or deceit to coerce Jane into engaging in sex acts for his benefit, potentially with the knowledge or complicity of his associates. The prosecution's claim hinges on the idea that the victim was not participating in these acts voluntarily but was instead forced or misled into doing so under duress, a key aspect of the trafficking charge under federal law. If the prosecution's evidence is found to be credible, it would prove that Combs played a central role in exploiting Jane, using his power and influence to subject her to coercive circumstances.During the trial, the government presented testimony and evidence suggesting that Combs exerted significant pressure on Jane, using both coercive tactics and the manipulation of power dynamics to force her into sexual acts. Witnesses have claimed that Combs used threats, promises of career advancement, and other forms of psychological manipulation to control Jane's actions, effectively using his position in the entertainment industry to trap her in a situation of trafficking. The defense, on the other hand, has attempted to discredit the victim's testimony, arguing that any interactions between Combs and Jane were consensual, and they are expected to continue challenging the validity of the coercion claims. With the prosecution's evidence already on the table, the key question remains whether the jury will find that the victim was truly coerced or if the defense can sway them to doubt the severity of the alleged trafficking.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The prosecution called one of its last witnesses -- personal assistant Brendan Paul, who testified he was arrested last spring because he covered for Combs when federal agents found something illegal in his bag. Plus an interview with Joe Tacopina, who represented Michael Jackson, Meek Mill, and ASAP Rocky, but turned down Combs's case. He rates both legal teams' performance so far and tells us what his closing argument would be.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

The prosecution called one of its last witnesses -- personal assistant Brendan Paul, who testified he was arrested last spring because he covered for Combs when federal agents found something illegal in his bag. Plus an interview with Joe Tacopina, who represented Michael Jackson, Meek Mill, and ASAP Rocky, but turned down Combs's case. He rates both legal teams' performance so far and tells us what his closing argument would be.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

The day began with the judge interrogating both legal teams over the source of a leak. It ended with a closed-door discussion about a newly discovered juror issue. In between, the prosecution showed receipts, including some that showed Bad Boy Productions on the hook for an AMEX that paid for "hotel nights." The defense showed more text messages, including some where Cassie Ventura seemed receptive to Combs's requests for the sexual encounters they called Freak Offs.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

The day began with the judge interrogating both legal teams over the source of a leak. It ended with a closed-door discussion about a newly discovered juror issue. In between, the prosecution showed receipts, including some that showed Bad Boy Productions on the hook for an AMEX that paid for "hotel nights." The defense showed more text messages, including some where Cassie Ventura seemed receptive to Combs's requests for the sexual encounters they called Freak Offs.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

The prosecution called a paralegal and an investigator to introduce messages of all kinds between Combs's chief of staff, his other employees, his ex-girlfriends -- and him. The government alleges the messages show proof of a RICO conspiracy that involves the people who worked for him. On cross, the defense pointed out how many messages the government was ignoring and showed additional messages to contextualize the prosecution's exhibits. Combs was yawning.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

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The prosecution called a paralegal and an investigator to introduce messages of all kinds between Combs's chief of staff, his other employees, his ex-girlfriends -- and him. The government alleges the messages show proof of a RICO conspiracy that involves the people who worked for him. On cross, the defense pointed out how many messages the government was ignoring and showed additional messages to contextualize the prosecution's exhibits. Combs was yawning.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

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Another former personal assistant of Combs was called by the prosecution. He testified that he set up -- and cleaned up -- "hotel nights," but on cross-examination said that he never saw "Jane" hesitant to participate or appear unhappy afterward. Plus Kanye West pulled up to the federal courthouse in a Maybach. He watched the testimony in an overflow room for about ten minutes.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video?  Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Another former personal assistant of Combs was called by the prosecution. He testified that he set up -- and cleaned up -- "hotel nights," but on cross-examination said that he never saw "Jane" hesitant to participate or appear unhappy afterward. Plus Kanye West pulled up to the federal courthouse in a Maybach. He watched the testimony in an overflow room for about ten minutes.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

Both sides have played voice messages Combs sent this witness, who's testifying under a pseudonym, over the course of their three-year relationship. They're trickling out to the press as exhibits are released days later. The defense says the ones made public on Thursday show "Jane" taking the initiative to set up "hotel nights" without Combs' requesting one. But she testified that the defense was missing the point of the messages. "The undertone of that is -- I hear these things entirely differently," said "Jane."If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Both sides have played voice messages Combs sent this witness, who's testifying under a pseudonym, over the course of their three-year relationship. They're trickling out to the press as exhibits are released days later. The defense says the ones made public on Thursday show "Jane" taking the initiative to set up "hotel nights" without Combs' requesting one. But she testified that the defense was missing the point of the messages. "The undertone of that is -- I hear these things entirely differently," said "Jane."If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

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Defense attorney Teny Geragos pushed "Jane," who's testifying under a pseudonym, on her repeated choice to stay with Combs despite sexual performances that she says she was coerced to join. But "Jane" said Combs didn't make it easy for her to leave him. "He would offer a breakup," she said on the stand. "And then a week later he would be persistent, blow up my phone. Have other people blow up my phone. Be looking for me. Wanting to see me. And he'd be right back in my face."If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Defense attorney Teny Geragos pushed "Jane," who's testifying under a pseudonym, on her repeated choice to stay with Combs despite sexual performances that she says she was coerced to join. But "Jane" said Combs didn't make it easy for her to leave him. "He would offer a breakup," she said on the stand. "And then a week later he would be persistent, blow up my phone. Have other people blow up my phone. Be looking for me. Wanting to see me. And he'd be right back in my face."If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Expert Attorney and Director of the NCOSE Law Center, Dani Pinter, Esq., joins Haley McNamara to take a closer look at the ongoing trial for Sean “Diddy” Combs. Dani provides a summary of the charges as well as giving us an explanation of the true definitions of sex trafficking and coercion in direct response to what is being claimed in court when using those terms. Learn more about Sex Trafficking: https://endsexualexploitation.org/issues/sex-trafficking/  Learn more about the NCOSE Law Center: https://endsexualexploitation.org/law-center/  Our Commitment to Walking Alongside Survivors: https://endsexualexploitation.org/walking-alongside-survivors/  

The second witness using a pseudonym said on the stand that she "currently" loves Combs, even after telling her story of a brutal beating at his hands just one year ago. She then testified that she only participated in what she calls "hotel nights" because she didn't want Combs to feel judged for his sexual desires. And after her sexual performances were complete, she pampered him, including giving him foot rubs and turning on his favorite TV show.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

The second witness using a pseudonym said on the stand that she "currently" loves Combs, even after telling her story of a brutal beating at his hands just one year ago. She then testified that she only participated in what she calls "hotel nights" because she didn't want Combs to feel judged for his sexual desires. And after her sexual performances were complete, she pampered him, including giving him foot rubs and turning on his favorite TV show.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

On the Friday prosecution played three voice notes Combs sent his then-girlfriend -- testifying anonymously -- over the course of their three-year relationship. On Monday, she read out loud the texts she sent him after Cassie Ventura filed suit against him in 2023. "I feel like I'm reading my own sexual trauma," "Jane" wrote. "It makes me sick how three pages, word for word, is exactly my experience and my anguish." Plus, MSNBC legal correspondent Lisa Rubin joins to tell us how she thinks the prosecution's case is looking.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

Diddy Trial Day 20 : The Five INSANE Revelations from Diddy's Sex Trafficking Trial Today! BREAKING: Day 20 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking trial delivered the most explosive testimony yet as key witness "Jane" faced brutal cross-examination. This comprehensive breakdown covers EVERY shocking revelation from today's proceedings in Judge Arun Subramanian's Manhattan courtroom. In this segment, we analyze: ✓ Jane's devastating "How much does my body cost?" response that stopped the trial ✓ The judge's denial of Diddy's mistrial motion ✓ Bizarre NBA role-play nicknames during alleged 24-hour "hotel nights" ✓ $10,000 monthly payments that CONTINUE during trial ✓ Explicit text messages used by defense ✓ Jane's testimony about Diddy's health: jaundice, gray gums, shaking hands ✓ The "cuckolder" revelation and Diddy watching Dateline after encounters ✓ Financial control tactics and house upgrade from 1,400 to 5,300 sq ft ✓ Why Jane said "When he was happy, I was safe" ✓ Diddy's family presence in court including mother Janice This case could result in LIFE IN PRISON for the music mogul on charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking (15-year mandatory minimum), and transportation for prostitution. The prosecution aims to rest by next week, with verdict expected before July 4th. We examine the central question: consensual adult arrangements or criminal coercion? Jane's testimony that she "still loves" Diddy while testifying against him reveals the complex psychology of alleged trafficking victims. Her lawyer is STILL being paid by Diddy, raising questions about witness credibility and ongoing financial control. #DiddyTrial #SexTrafficking #BreakingNews #TrueCrime #FederalCourt #DiddyCase #JusticeForVictims #CourtroomDrama #CelebNews #DiddyScandal    Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872 

In this episode, we'll be talking about Cassie Ventura and trauma. Cassie is someone the world first met beside one of the most powerful names in music and business. From the outside, everything looked glamorous, even like something to aspire to. But what unfolded behind closed doors was something much darker. As Cassie bravely took the stand years later, now a mother and no longer silent, she revisited the pain she suffered and the years it took to reclaim her voice. We're going to go through her lawsuit from 2023, her testimony in May of 2025, what abuse really does to the brain, and why the question shouldn't be “Why didn't she leave?” but “What kept her from feeling like she could?”Connect with Paige:Instagram: instagram.com/reverietruecrime TikTok: tiktok.com/@paige.elmore Facebook: facebook.com/reverietruecrime Twitter/X: twitter.com/reveriecrimepod BlueSky: reverietruecrime.bsky.social Intro and Outro by Jahred Gomes: https://www.instagram.com/jahredgomes_officialSources:https://www.courthousenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/diddy-cassie.pdfhttps://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1251&context=intuitionhttps://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/health/how-trauma-rewires-the-brainhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0091302216300139#s0005https://abcnews.go.com/US/live-updates/sean-diddy-combs-trial-live-updates/?id=121656142https://www.janiceklaw.com/blog/how-sexual-abuse-affects-the-brain/https://www.womenagainstabuse.org/education-resources/learn-about-abuse/types-of-domestic-violencehttps://psychcentral.com/health/effects-of-emotional-abuse#brain-impactshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/why-bad-looks-good/202107/why-do-domestic-violence-victims-return-to-abusershttps://psychcentral.com/blog/liberation/2017/10/long-term-narcissistic-abuse-can-cause-brain-damage#4https://dana.org/article/the-abused-brain/https://www.businessinsider.com/sean-diddy-combs-trial-striking-revelations-to-know-2025-5https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/sean-diddy-combs-trial-cassie-ventura-lawyers-live-updates-rcna206807https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/cassie-ventura/index.htmlhttps://www.verywellmind.com/the-cycle-of-sexual-abuse-22460https://people.com/escort-hired-diddy-alleged-freak-offs-speaks-out-message-for-cassie-exclusive-11744158https://www.charliehealth.com/post/the-long-term-effects-of-narcissistic-abusehttps://deadline.com/2025/05/cassie-ventura-sean-diddy-combs-trial-1236395063/https://cptsdfoundation.org/2020/06/22/the-neuroscience-of-narcissism-and-narcissistic-abuse/https://www.npr.org/2025/05/13/nx-s1-5396851/diddy-trial-cassie-sean-combshttps://www.shorelinerecoverycenter.com/how-domestic-abuse-affects-the-brain/https://apnews.com/article/diddy-trial-sex-trafficking-cassie-testimony-69c7a6ad766103e39c4f7f35df841205https://www.verywellmind.com/effects-of-narcissistic-abuse-5208164https://www.newsnationnow.com/crime/sean-diddy-combs-cassie-ventura-trial/https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/05/13/arts/sean-combs-diddy-trial-cassiehttps://www.theguardian.com/music/2025/may/16/cassie-ventura-sean-diddy-combs-trialhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj42nvrkgznohttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy71k1pee5ohttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9931748/https://www.harborchc.org/blog/domestic-violence-and-the-impacts-on-your-physical-and-mental-health#:~:text=The%20two%20main%20changes%20to,for%20memory%20and%20regulating%20emotions.https://www.npr.org/2024/03/13/1238225255/domestic-violence-is-now-recognized-as-a-leading-cause-of-traumatic-brain-injuryhttps://biausa.org/public-affairs/media/domestic-violence-as-a-cause-of-tbihttps://www.allianceforhope.org/family-justice-center-alliance/news-archive/commentary-domestic-violence-how-trauma-impacts-the-brain-and-behaviorhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9931748/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reverie-true-crime--4442888/support.

Diddy Trial Day 20 : The Five INSANE Revelations from Diddy's Sex Trafficking Trial Today! BREAKING: Day 20 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal sex trafficking trial delivered the most explosive testimony yet as key witness "Jane" faced brutal cross-examination. This comprehensive breakdown covers EVERY shocking revelation from today's proceedings in Judge Arun Subramanian's Manhattan courtroom. In this segment, we analyze: ✓ Jane's devastating "How much does my body cost?" response that stopped the trial ✓ The judge's denial of Diddy's mistrial motion ✓ Bizarre NBA role-play nicknames during alleged 24-hour "hotel nights" ✓ $10,000 monthly payments that CONTINUE during trial ✓ Explicit text messages used by defense ✓ Jane's testimony about Diddy's health: jaundice, gray gums, shaking hands ✓ The "cuckolder" revelation and Diddy watching Dateline after encounters ✓ Financial control tactics and house upgrade from 1,400 to 5,300 sq ft ✓ Why Jane said "When he was happy, I was safe" ✓ Diddy's family presence in court including mother Janice This case could result in LIFE IN PRISON for the music mogul on charges including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking (15-year mandatory minimum), and transportation for prostitution. The prosecution aims to rest by next week, with verdict expected before July 4th. We examine the central question: consensual adult arrangements or criminal coercion? Jane's testimony that she "still loves" Diddy while testifying against him reveals the complex psychology of alleged trafficking victims. Her lawyer is STILL being paid by Diddy, raising questions about witness credibility and ongoing financial control. #DiddyTrial #SexTrafficking #BreakingNews #TrueCrime #FederalCourt #DiddyCase #JusticeForVictims #CourtroomDrama #CelebNews #DiddyScandal    Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872 

A second anonymous witness testified that Combs pushed her to perform with a succession of commercial sex workers. In one text message she sent to him she wrote, "I don't want to play this role in your life anymore. It's dark, sleazy, and makes me feel disgusted with myself. I feel it's the only reason you have me around and why you pay for the house. I don't want to feel obligated to perform these nights with you in fear of losing the roof over my head." She sent that text in September of 2023 but testified that she participated in "hotel nights" with Combs through the summer of 2024.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

The woman called Victim-2 in the government's third superseding indictment -- she's using a pseudonym to testify -- was dating him until his arrest last fall. She alleges he coerced her into a version of the sexual performances Cassie Ventura has testified about. She testified that Combs was paying her rent, and when she told him she didn't want to perform sexually anymore, he told her he'd stop the payments.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

Combs's team has said the allegation is "baseless," but the witness -- a friend of Cassie Ventura's -- also testified that Combs once got close to her face and said, "I'm the devil and I could kill you." She'll face more cross-examination tomorrow, and then the prosecution's last key witness will take the stand.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy

Eddie Garcia, who worked security at the hotel where Sean Combs was caught on video beating Cassie Ventura in a hallway, testified that Combs paid $100,000 for what he thought was the only copy of it. He also said on the stand that Combs called him "my angel." Plus an outburst by a Diddy supporter in the courtroom, and the judge puts restrictions on exhibits after Victim-4 is named publicly.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

The defense continued hammering "Mia," who worked as Sean Combs's assistant and is now testifying, under a pseudonym. She testified that she told no one about her assault allegations until June of 2024 because she was "terrified and brainwashed." Defense attorney Brian Steel entered texts between Combs and "Mia" into evidence, texts where she reached out to him to offer support and love, including one sent just weeks before Cassie Ventura filed her explosive lawsuit.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

The prosecution showed texts sent by "Mia" -- a former personal assistant of Combs testifying under a pseudonym -- where she told his chief of staff that she was having "night terrors" about him. But the defense left binders of printed out Instagram posts on the jurors' chairs. In most of them "Mia" praised her boss and showed off a party-heavy, globe-trotting lifestyle. Combs's attorney Brian Steel also pushed back on her claims that Combs sexually assaulted her.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

A woman who worked as Combs's personal assistant testified -- under the pseudonym "Mia" -- that he once had her work five days straight with no sleep, threw things at her, including a laptop and an ice bucket, and that he sexually assaulted her. On the stand she said an "irate" Combs once chased her and Cassie Ventura onto a Caribbean beach and that they paddled out into the ocean to get away from him, but the weather turned. "I was trying to weigh if it was scarier to face mother nature or to go back to Puff," she said. "Mia" testified that she never told anyone Combs was allegedly sexually assaulting her. "I was going to die with this," she said. "I didn't want anyone to know ever."If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy 

Combs's defense team objected to prosecution questions about fingerprint evidence from Kid Cudi's Hollywood Hills home that was destroyed in the custody of the LAPD. "They were suggesting to this jury that someone in this courtroom had something to do with the improper and suspicious destruction of these fingerprint cards and that's outrageous," said defense attorney Marc Agnifilo. But the judge refused to call a mistrial.If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: NBCNews.com/Diddy