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The Rise and Fall of Diddy

For decades, Sean “Diddy” Combs stood at the top of hip-hop—a mogul who built an empire and redefined celebrity, power, and influence in the music industry. But behind the platinum hits and red carpets, a darker story was beginning to emerge. As accusations of abuse and misconduct gained momentum, the shine began to fade.Hosted byJesse Weber, Season 2 ofThe Rise & Fall of Diddypicks up where the story left off. With a federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial now underway, we go

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00:57:01

Bad Boy For Life?: 8

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/11/04

In the final chapter of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial, both sides make their closing arguments: one painting a picture of criminal enterprise and coercion, the other insisting on chaos, not conspiracy. Jurors weigh surveillance footage, text messages, and seven weeks of explosive testimony. Then comes the moment everyone’s been waiting for. What happened inside that jury room…and what does it mean for Diddy’s future?Featuring interviews with: Elizabeth Millner, Dan Abrams, Ira Jettleson, Matt

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00:22:23

The Price of Silence: 7

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/10/28

It started with a security tape…and a hundred-thousand-dollar payoff to make it disappear. In this episode, we follow the man who held the tape, the fixer sent to retrieve it, and the alleged cover-up that prosecutors claimed exposed a system of control inside Sean Combs’ empire. Was it a crime… or just business as usual?Featuring interviews with: Elizabeth Millner, Chris Stewart, Melba Pearson —- Host - Jesse Weber Reporter - Elizabeth Millner Executive Producer - Jessica Lowther Writer and

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00:21:08

What They Found and What They Couldn’t: 6

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/10/21

A federal raid, an arsenal of weapons, and a mountain of data prosecutors said mapped a criminal empire. This episode, we lay out the physical evidence against Sean Combs, and the testimonies of the agents who tried to connect the dots between drugs, guns, sex, and power. But in a case built on patterns, could prosecutors ever prove who was really in control?Featuring interviews with: Former FBI Agent Colin Schmitt and Cellebrite Examiner Heather Barnhart —- Host - Jesse Weber Reporter -

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00:28:32

Consent, Coercion, and Compliance: 5

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/10/14

Before the jury heard from the women at the center of the case, the prosecution brought in a “blind expert” to reframe how their stories would be understood: Dr. Dawn Hughes. With insight from clinical experts, Shari Botwin, LCSW and Dr. Daniel Bober, a forensic psychologist, this episode explores the most uncomfortable question at the heart of the case: Why didn’t they leave?Featuring interviews with: Shari Botwin, LCSW and Dr. Daniel Bober —- Host - Jesse Weber Reporter - Elizabeth

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00:34:59

Balcony, Bedroom, Boardroom: 4

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/10/07

The jury hears from three women with three starkly different stories, each orbiting the same man. They detail alleged abuse, coercion, and control at the hands of Sean Combs. But as the prosecution builds its case, the defense pushes back, spotlighting contradictions and questioning motives. Featuring interviews with: Elizabeth Millner —- Host - Jesse Weber Reporter - Elizabeth Millner Executive Producer - Jessica Lowther Writer and Producer - Cooper Moll Associate Producer - Tess

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00:33:51

Witnesses to the System: 3

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/09/30

Four witnesses. One alleged system. From a shaken assistant to a platinum-selling artist, a trusted aide to a loyal stylist, their stories map a system of control prosecutors say was designed not just to hurt, but to silence. Featuring interviews with Candace Kelley, Safa Robinson-Ferrer, and Afi Patterson.—- Host - Jesse Weber Reporter - Elizabeth Millner Executive Producer - Jessica Lowther Writer and Producer - Cooper Moll Associate Producer - Tess Jagger-Wells Edit and Sound Design -

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00:43:18

Inside the Circle: 2

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/09/23

The government’s case against Sean Combs comes into sharp focus with Cassie Ventura at its center. From her raw, emotional testimony to chilling corroboration by a former bandmate, a best friend, her own mother, and one of Combs' employees, the courtroom fills with voices that say they saw the abuse, but stayed silent out of fear. But the defense pushes back -- casting doubt, blurring lines, and turning agency into ambiguity. Was this coercion? Or something else? Featuring interviews with Dave

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00:40:00

The United States vs. Sean Combs: 1

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/09/16

Opening statements rock the courtroom as federal prosecutors accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of running a decades-long criminal enterprise built on violence, sex trafficking, and power. The defense hits back hard, painting it all as a toxic relationship, not a RICO case. Then Cassie Ventura takes the stand, and everything changes. Her voice may be quiet. Her story is not. Featuring interviews with Elizabeth Millner, Natalie Whittingham-Burrell, and Dave Aronberg.— Host - Jesse Weber Reporter -

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00:01:58

COMING SOON (6/17) || The Rise & Fall of Diddy: The...

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/06/10

For decades, Sean “Diddy” Combs stood at the top of hip-hop—a mogul who built an empire and redefined celebrity, power, and influence in the music industry. But behind the platinum hits and red carpets, a darker story was beginning to emerge. As accusations of abuse and misconduct gained momentum, the shine began to fade.Hosted by Jesse Weber, Season 2 of The Rise & Fall of Diddy picks up where the story left off. With a federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial now underway, we go deeper

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00:09:32

Listen Now: KAREN: THE RETRIAL

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/04/28

A blizzard in Massachusetts. A Boston police officer found dead in the snow. His girlfriend, Karen Read, accused of murder. After last year's mistrial left the country divided, the courtroom drama is back in the spotlight—this time with higher stakes, new prosecutors, and explosive evidence emerging as the case unfolds in real time. Law and Crime’s hit podcast series returns with a brand new season: KAREN: THE RETRIAL. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter Kristin Thorne, each

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00:05:39

AVAILABLE NOW: LUIGI by Law&Crime

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/03/24

When Luigi Mangione was arrested for allegedly shooting UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, it sent shockwaves across the country, but the aftermath was even more unsettling. While mainstream media condemned the act as a brutal murder, a very different narrative was taking shape online—one that questioned the true villains in this story. Was the alleged shooter a violent extremist, or had he become an unwitting symbol of something much larger? Hosted by Law&Crime's Jesse Weber, LUIGI is more than just a

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00:01:00

Coming Soon (3/24) from Law&Crime: LUIGI

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/03/11

COMING MARCH 24 - When Luigi Mangione was arrested for allegedly shooting UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, it sent shockwaves across the country, but the aftermath was even more unsettling. While mainstream media condemned the act as a brutal murder, a very different narrative was taking shape online—one that questioned the true villains in this story. Was the alleged shooter a violent extremist, or had he become an unwitting symbol of something much larger? Hosted by Law&Crime's Jesse Weber, LUIGI is

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00:29:14

Nowhere Left to Run: 3

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/03/04

Diddy’s dramatic descent reaches its final act. The music mogul, once a cultural titan, faces life-altering federal charges for racketeering, sex trafficking, and a web of alleged criminal activities. A meticulous federal operation leads to his arrest; then, the chilling revelations of "freak offs," and the legal fallout that could see Diddy spend the rest of his life in prison. And this is only the beginning of the fight for justice and redemption.Listen to The Rise & Fall of

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00:26:16

Tipping Point: 2

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2025/03/04

When Cassandra Ventura filed a lawsuit under the New York Survivors Act, the allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs sent shockwaves through the music industry. But her claims were just the beginning. As one lawsuit led to another, a web of accusations emerged—spanning from abuse and trafficking to digital evidence that would blow the case wide open. Listen to The Rise & Fall of Diddy exclusively on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial

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00:26:48

The Crown and The Consequences: 1

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2024/12/04

Sean Combs: an unstoppable mogul with a talent for spotting stars and a history punctuated by allegations and legal battles. We unpack his transformation from a record label visionary to a cultural icon, and the whispers that began to tarnish his legacy. How did the golden boy of hip-hop become synonymous with scandal? Listen to The Rise & Fall of Diddy exclusively on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial today by

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00:02:20

The Rise and Fall of Diddy

The Rise and Fall of Diddy ·

2024/11/25

For decades Sean Combs was hip-hop’s reigning mogul—the mastermind who redefined what it meant to have fame, fortune, and dominion over the music industry. But as Combs reached new heights in music, fashion, and business, allegations of misconduct and abuse began to surface, casting a dark shadow over his legacy. Hosted by Jesse Weber, this series uncovers how Combs built an empire that shaped a generation while navigating a trail of scandals, lawsuits, and criminal allegations. The Rise and Fall

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