Best Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield Podcasts (2025)

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Diddy’s Day of Hell: Prosecutors Burn His Empire to the Ground | United States vs. Sean Combs Closing Arguments 54:41

13h ago54:41

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Today was finally the day……The day the government finally stood up and said, enough. The day prosecutors looked the jury dead in the eye and told them, “It’s time to hold Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accountable.” Prosecutors said Combs ran his empire like a criminal enterprise, using drugs, threats, and fear to control women. His daughters and sons sat in t…

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“Am I in Trouble?” Teacher Slapped with 50+ Sex Charges, Texts Boy From Italian Wedding | The Christina Formella Story 25:04

1d ago25:04

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It started with a traffic stop, and ended with a married teacher sobbing in the back of a police car, asking if she was in trouble... But prosecutors say Christina Formella was more than just a teacher... They say she was a full-blown PREDATOR. According to investigators, Christina Formella allegedly groomed a 14-year-old student over the course of…

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After 7 Weeks of Bombshells, Diddy’s Defense Rests in 10 Minutes | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 29 47:26

3d ago47:26

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It was Day 29 of the federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, and today felt like the defense was flipping the script. They’re not calling any witnesses… and Diddy’s not testifying. But they did spend 10 MINUTES presenting evidence to the jury, and they tried to paint a very different picture of the man prosecutors say …

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“Refresh Her Bag of D*cks”: Inside the Sex Messaging Scandal | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 28 45:51

4d ago45:51

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Day 28 of the federal sex trafficking trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs was relentless. We’re talking about explicit text messages, graphic videos, coordinated travel with escorts, drug menus, baby oil, and receipts. The prosecution raced through mountains of digital evidence, trying to prove that what looked like luxury and excess was actually ente…

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Wild King Mode Activated: Diddy’s Alleged "Drug Mule" Testifies | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 27 34:41

7d ago34:41

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Brendan Paul took the stand today and gave the jury a front-row seat to life inside Diddy’s inner circle. The former assistant talked about drugs, hotel setups, freak-offs, and the moment he got arrested with cocaine in a Gucci bag he says was used to carry Diddy’s belongings. He denied being a drug mule but admitted to buying drugs for Diddy more …

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Criminal Kingpin Diddy? Every Gut-Punch Testimony That’s Rocked Diddy’s Trial So Far | United States vs. Sean Combs Recap 59:33

8d ago59:33

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It’s been bombshell after bombshell in the federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs, and now we’re breaking down the most gut-wrenching, jaw-dropping testimony the jury has heard so far. From arson and assault to blackmail and balcony threats, the government says this is more than a celebrity scandal: it’s a CRIMINAL ENTERPRISE. In this episode of …

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My Deep Dive with Vinnie Politan on the Verdict, Turtleboy, and Possibility of Wrongful Death Suit Against Karen Read? 1:08:25

9d ago1:08:25

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Protesters in pink, waving American flags, chanting “Free Karen,” and yes… someone even showed up in a full German shepherd mask with a sign that said, "I bit him, I bit him, I bit him." After seven long weeks of explosive testimony… clashing experts… and more sidebars than anyone bargained for… the wait is finally over. On Wednesday, after nearly …

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Sick Juror Halts Diddy’s Trial Right Before the ‘Drug Mule’ | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 26 4:55

9d ago4:55

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It’s Day 26 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex-trafficking trial, and just as prosecutors prepared to call his alleged drug mule to the stand, the entire day was halted. A sick juror with vertigo forced court to shut down before testimony could begin. But behind the scenes, the legal battle continued over a set of drug-related texts tied to Diddy’s…

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Juror Rips Off Headphones In Disgust, Forced To Watch Sex Tapes AGAIN | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 25 34:16

10d ago34:16

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It’s Day 25 of the federal sex trafficking trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Armon Wiggins joins Ashleigh Banfield to reveal how jurors reacted as a second round of Cassie Ventura’s Freak Off videos played in court. Then, the defense came out swinging. Teny Geragos attacked the government’s Freak Off chart line by line, using Cassie’s own texts to …

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Jurors Forced To Watch Graphic Sex Tapes, But Is Diddy the One Getting Screwed? | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 24 42:28

11d ago42:28

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Diddy blew a kiss to the gallery, then sat through hours of charts, freak-off texts, and a paper trail the government says ties directly to RICO. And for the first time, the jury was shown graphic videos of freak-offs. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down everything that happened on Day 24. He was the king of Bad Boy …

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Kanye Crashes Diddy’s Trial As Diddy’s Assistant Spills Everything | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 23 49:39

14d ago49:39

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Kanye West, now legally going by Ye Ye, made a surprise appearance at Day 23 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial. Inside the courtroom, Diddy’s former personal assistant took the stand and unloaded it all... from setting up “Freak Offs” to buying drugs, cleaning hotel rooms, and watching the fallout from a secret sex video. In this…

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VERDICT WATCH | Karen Read Trial Heads to The Jury After Explosive Closing Arguments 29:09

14d ago29:09

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After weeks of explosive testimony and dueling expert theories, the jury is now deliberating Karen Read's fate. In a dramatic final showdown, defense attorney Alan Jackson insisted there was “no collision” and no case, accusing investigators of corruption and cover-up. Prosecutor Hank Brennan fired back, saying Read got drunk, hit him, and left him…

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DIDDY BOMBSHELL: Fellow Rap Icon Likes Freak Offs & Diddy's Voice Texts RELEASED 41:07

15d ago41:07

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It was Day 22 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial and the internet is on FIRE with testimony today about ANOTHER FAMOUS RAPPER who apparently likes to freak off just like Diddy... Plus: Three audio messages previously played in court but just released to the public.... Meanwhile, Jane faced a blistering final round of cross-examination where the d…

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Crash Expert Torches Prosecution Theory as Defense Rests | Karen Read Trial Day 31 19:55

16d ago19:55

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On Day 31 of the Karen Read trial, defense crash expert Andrew Rentschler takes the stand one final time and dismantles the prosecution’s theory, piece by piece. Prosecutor Hank Brennan fires back in a tense, often combative cross-examination, even drawing a courtroom warning from the judge. Plus: closing arguments are coming Friday. The end is nea…

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Diddy's Ex-GF Gets Shredded By Her Own Filthy Texts | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 21 20:35

16d ago20:35

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Day 21 of Diddy’s federal trial was a full-blown character assassination. Jane’s sex-filled texts took center stage, and the defense used every word to try to unravel her credibility. Diddy’s defense team was armed with receipts, dragging her through a series of flirty, explicit, and emotional texts that seem to undercut everything she told the jur…

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"Freak Fests", Chanel Bags, & Sexts: Jane Gets Grilled on Cross | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 20 24:33

17d ago24:33

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From “Freak Fest” planning to Chanel bag jealousy to the moment Jane shouted, “I only got trauma!” this was one of the wildest days in court yet. Day 20 of the federal racketeering trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs was an emotional rollercoaster. Diddy’s legal team tried to flip the script… painting Jane’s story as a twisted love affair, not a crime…

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Karen Read Trial Nears End: Defense Expert Says Injuries Not from SUV | Karen Read Trial Day 30 Bombshells 16:55

17d ago16:55

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On Day 30 of the Karen Read trial, tensions exploded as Dr. Elizabeth Laposata stood firm under fire, insisting John O’Keefe’s injuries were not caused by a car AT ALL. Prosecutors pushed back hard, but the defense doubled down, introducing a final expert who says the science just doesn’t support a taillight hit. With deliberations possibly just da…

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Cassie 2.0? Jane Completely EXPOSES Diddy | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 19 40:02

18d ago40:02

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It’s Day 19 of Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial, and today, Diddy’s ex-girlfriend, the woman testifying under the pseudonym “Jane” took the stand for a third day, and what she said today was very different than the last few days. In fact, it was EXPLOSIVE.. What she said sounded a lot more like the violence we heard Cassie Ventura describe, and may…

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Defense Explodes Over Sweatshirt Stunt & Calls for Mistrial | Karen Read Day 29 6:34

18d ago6:34

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Day 29 of Karen Read’s trial turned explosive as the defense accused the prosecution of misleading the jury and demanded a mistrial with prejudice. With just two witnesses left, the defense is racing toward the finish line. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down everything that happened on Day 29.…

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The Most Sickening & Disturbing Testimony We've Heard Yet | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 18 37:27

21d ago37:27

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Day 18 of the federal sex trafficking trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs blew the roof off the courtroom. It was some of the most disturbing and frankly sickening details we've heard so far. Jane Doe continued her testimony and described pure depravity, like back-to-back sex acts with three male escorts on her birthday while Diddy watched. She broke …

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Crash Test Showdown: The SUV, the Tail Light, and the Dummy Arm Debate | Karen Read Trial Day 28 9:23

21d ago9:23

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Karen Read’s defense unleashes its top crash expert while prosecutors punch back hard. From busted taillights to encrypted texts, dummy arm weights to deleted messages, this courtroom clash is anything but dull. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down everything that went down on Day 28 of Karen Read's second murder tria…

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WARNING: Graphic Testimony | Witness Destroyed On Cross & Jane Doe Takes The Stand | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 17 26:25

22d ago26:25

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Day 17 of the federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs took a harrowing turn as Jane Doe, the government’s second sex trafficking accuser, took the stand. Her voice was barely audible, but her testimony was explosive. From luxury hotel setups drenched in baby oil to nights that stretched 30 hours without sleep, Jane painted a chilling portrait of c…

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"Diddy Dangled Me From 17th Story Balcony" | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 16 34:56

23d ago34:56

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Day 16 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial delivered some of the most disturbing testimony yet, as Bryana Bongolan told the jury that Diddy once lifted her over a 17-story balcony, threw her onto patio furniture, and threatened her life. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks it all down, including a flurry of “I don’t reme…

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"I Saw Nothing": Snow Plow Driver Stands Firm | Karen Read Trial Day 27 7:54

23d ago7:54

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A snowplow driver says he passed 34 Fairview Road again and again, and NEVER saw a body. On Day 27 of the Karen Read trial, the defense leaned into love, memory, and doubt, as the timeline comes under fire once again. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks it all down.By Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

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Mob Vibes in Manhattan: Diddy’s Bag of Cash, & Money Trail From Hell | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 15 23:05

24d ago23:05

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Day 15 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial felt less like a courtroom and more like a scene out of a mob movie. A hotel security guard says he was handed a brown paper bag stuffed with $100,000 in cash after Diddy allegedly begged for hotel surveillance footage to disappear. Then came the money trail… and a longtime executive who froze when asked …

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Mistrial Mayhem and a Tail Light Twist | | Karen Read Trial Day 26 10:00

24d ago10:00

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It's Day 26 of Karen Read’s murder trial… and the word of the day was memory. We saw more fireworks between expert witnesses and the defense today. Sgt. Barros says the taillight photos in evidence don’t match what he saw in Karen Read’s driveway — and that’s not the only thing that didn’t match. When DNA entered the conversation, the defense accus…

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"Me Too Moneygrab?" Defense Eviscerates Diddy’s Ex-Assistant | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 14 36:27

25d ago36:27

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Day 14 of the federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs took a vicious turn. Defense attorney Brian Steel unleashed a blistering cross-examination on "Mia", the former assistant accusing Diddy of abuse and psychological control. Text messages, birthday videos, and a bombshell allegation of a “Me Too Moneygrab” were all thrown her way. He was the kin…

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Former Cop Accuses Defense of Threats in Karen Read Trial Bombshell | Karen Read Trial Day 25 11:09

25d ago11:09

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On Day 25 of Karen Read’s murder trial, the courtroom turned into a battlefield. From bombshell accusations and FBI claims to a tense cross-examination that cleared the courtroom early, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down everything that happened on Day 25.By Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

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"You better learn to walk on water like Jesus did, B*tch!" | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 13 17:44

28d ago17:44

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“You better learn to walk on water like Jesus did, b*tch!” That’s what Mia says Diddy screamed at her on a yacht in St. Barts — just before she tried to flee. Day 13 of the United States vs. Sean Combs was brutal: a former assistant broke down on the stand as defense attorneys grilled her about old Instagram posts, birthday tributes, and handwritte…

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Diddy's Worst Nightmare: "Mia" Unleashes Hell in Court | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 12 55:43

29d ago55:43

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She was Diddy's assistant for a decade, and her testimony was absolutely gut-wrenching. "Mia" says she was sexually assaulted multiple times, witnessed unspeakable violence, and gave the jury a front-row seat to the darkness she says she endured while working for Sean “Diddy” Combs. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks dow…

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"What if I clipped him in the knee and he passed out?" Commonwealth Rests | Karen Read Trial Day 23 8:20

29d ago8:20

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The Commonwealth rests — but not before jurors hear from crash expert Dr. Judson Welcher one last time. Karen Read’s lawyer presses him hard on his assumptions, a Ring camera controversy, and whether glass evidence really tells the full story.By Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield

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Defense Strikes Back: No Crash, No Crime? | Karen Read Trial Day 24 8:40

29d ago8:40

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Karen Read’s defense team isn’t pulling any punches. Their first expert says there’s zero evidence her SUV ever struck John O’Keefe — not that night, not ever. And just as the dust started to settle, a group text involving Trooper Proctor sparked a fierce battle over bias, misconduct, and whether the lead investigator himself should take the stand.…

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Nail in Diddy’s Coffin? Celebrity Stylist Testifies Cassie Was Hunted and Brutalized | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 11 44:58

30d ago44:58

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Diddy's Reign of Terror? Day 11 of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial delivered some of the most gripping testimony yet, as celebrity stylist Deonte Nash testified that Diddy hunted Cassie down, stormed into his home, and told him: “You played me.” Earlier in the day, a fire investigator revealed that two fingerprint cards tied to th…

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If They Believe Him… It’s Game Over for Karen Read | Karen Read Trial Day 22 11:35

30d ago11:35

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Crash reconstruction expert Dr. Judson Welcher took the stand on Day 22 of the Karen Read trial, and things got TENSE. The testimony was dense, the answers were combative, and the back-and-forth with Karen Read’s lawyer often bordered on chaos. If the jury believes Dr. Welcher’s claim that John O’Keefe’s injuries are consistent with being struck by…

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Karen Read Trial Witness Stumbles Through Key Testimony | Confusing Slides, Contradictions & Mixed Results 12:03

1M ago12:03

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In Day 21 of the Karen Read murder trial, jurors were left scratching their heads as the prosecution’s KEY expert witness delivered one of the most confusing presentations yet. From incorrect PowerPoint slides … to jumbled explanations and outright contradictions, this testimony had it all, INCLUDING AN EXTREMELY DAMNING CONCLUSION FOR KAREN READ. …

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DEVASTATING Testimony: Diddy’s Ex-Assistant Goes Scorched Earth | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 10 20:59

1M ago20:59

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Capricorn Clark, Diddy’s former assistant, just took the stand, and let’s just say… it was scorched earth.... she blew the roof off the place! From being cussed out and shoved over turkey bacon to being allegedly kidnapped at gunpoint, Capricorn Clark painted a damning portrait of life inside Diddy’s inner circle. She name-dropped Suge Knight and 5…

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Will Diddy Walk? The Defense Moves That Might Just Save Him | United States vs. Sean Combs 20:09

1M ago20:09

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Sean "Diddy" Combs is fighting for his life in federal court, and while the prosecution's case is making headlines, his defense team has landed some serious hits of their own. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down the 5 biggest moments that could help Diddy beat the rap. He was the king of Bad Boy Records: a billionair…

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Top 10 Moments That Could Lock Diddy Up for Life | United States vs. Sean Combs 23:58

1M ago23:58

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The federal trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs is underway and prosecutors say it could put him behind bars for life. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield counts down the 10 most damning, jaw-dropping moments from the courtroom so far. He was the king of Bad Boy Records: a billionaire mogul, a Grammy winner, and the face of luxury in hi…

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“TOO EASY LOL”: 5 Fugitives Still Loose After New Orleans Jailbreak 12:46

1M ago12:46

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Ten inmates broke out of one of Louisiana’s largest jails and five are still on the run. In this episode, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down how they escaped through a hole behind a toilet, the insider help they allegedly received, and the massive manhunt now underway. Four people, including a jail worker and three women, have been arrested for aiding t…

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Explosive Testimony: Kid Cudi's Porsche Torched, Cassie’s Injuries, and the Apple-Throwing Incident | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 9 28:22

1M ago28:22

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Day 9 of the Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial was jaw-dropping. Rapper Kid Cudi took the stand and told the jury his Porsche was firebombed just weeks after he started dating Cassie Ventura. He says Diddy broke into his house, turned the security cameras, and left his dog locked in the bathroom. Also on the stand: a former assistant who says he wat…

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Trial Twist in Idaho Murders: The Dateline Leak 22:54

1M ago22:54

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Is the Dateline leak enough to derail the Idaho murders trial? Bryan Kohberger’s lawyers think so, and they’ve just asked the judge to hit pause. In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield is joined by NewsNation’s Senior National Correspondent, Brian Entin, to break down the latest legal curveball, how it could impact the trial date, …

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Mystery Juror Drama Halts Courtroom + Forensic Bombshells | Karen Read Trial Day 20 20:09

1M ago20:09

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Court was barely underway on Day 20 of the Karen Read murder trial when everything came to a screeching halt. Judge Beverly Cannone suddenly cleared the courtroom, including the press, to privately question each juror one-on-one. The reason? A mysterious “issue” no one’s allowed to discuss. Once court resumed, it was a day packed with expert testim…

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Agents Raid Diddy’s Miami Mansion: Sharpie on Mirrors, Guns, & Secrets in Court | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 8 33:16

1M ago33:16

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Federal agents uncovered far more than weapons and drugs during their raid on Sean "Diddy" Combs’ Miami mansion! Jurors were shown over 40 photos from the March 2024 raid, including: Sharpie-written mirror messages, hidden phones in Balenciaga boots, and an arsenal of weapons next to alleged "freak off" supplies. Ashleigh Banfield breaks down Day 8…

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Revolting Testimony: The Punisher Takes the Stand, Cassie’s Mom Speaks Out | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 7 42:43

1M ago42:43

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Day 7 of Sean "Diddy" Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial brought revolting testimony from two explosive witnesses: Cassie Ventura’s mother, Regina Ventura, and male exotic dancer Sharay “The Punisher” Hayes. In this episode, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down every shocking detail — from allegations of physical abuse and sex tape threats… to bizarre, …

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State’s Timeline vs. Defense Doubts: The Jury Hears Both | Karen Read Trial Day 19 17:21

1M ago17:21

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The prosecution says Karen Read’s SUV was reversing at the exact moment John O’Keefe last used his phone — and their digital expert says the car’s own data proves it. On Day 19 of the Karen Read trial, jurors heard from forensic analyst Shanon Burgess again. Today, under re-direct examination, he broke down the Techstream event logged by Read’s Lex…

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Expert Gets Torched by Defense | Karen Read Trial Day 18 16:37

1M ago16:37

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The prosecution says Karen Read backed her SUV into John O’Keefe — and now they’ve got a timeline they claim proves it. Down to the second. But here’s the problem: the expert who gave them that timeline is under fire for lying about his degree, submitting a mid-trial report full of copy-paste errors, and mixing up megabits and megabytes. In today’s…

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Diddy’s Inner Circle Tells ALL + Feds Release Graphic Photos | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 6 25:23

1M ago25:23

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The inner circle is speaking, and we're all ears. Cassie’s ex-best friend. Diddy’s former assistant. And brand-new DOJ photos. In this episode, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down every disturbing detail: the chef’s knife in the door, the bruises Cassie photographed herself, the $30,000 NDA… and the people closest to Diddy who are now testifying against …

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Karen Read's Defense Says Timeline Shift Changes EVERYTHING! | Karen Read Trial Day 17 10:29

1M ago10:29

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Day 17 of the Karen Read trial may have been a short day on the calendar, but inside that Norfolk County courtroom, the action was nonstop. Judge Cannone gave jurors a pointed warning before testimony even began. Two forensic scientists took the stand, and the defense came ready. From questions about unknown DNA on key evidence, to serious concerns…

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“I Will F--king Kill You”: Cassie’s Explosive Audio Rocks the Courtroom | United States vs. Sean Combs Day 5 30:47

1M ago30:47

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Day 5 of Diddy’s trial just blew the roof off. Jurors heard a 2014 audio recording of Cassie Ventura screaming at a man who claimed he saw one of her sex tapes. “I will f--king kill you. I will cut you up and put you in the f--king dirt.” In this episode of Drop Dead Serious, Ashleigh Banfield breaks down the final day in week 1 of Diddy's Federal …

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Karen Read Trial Day 16: The Autopsy, the Bruises, the Backlash 9:25

1M ago9:25

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Day 16 of the Karen Read trial zeroed in on the one question that could make or break this case: How did John O’Keefe die? The medical expert, Dr. Irini Scordi-Bello, took the stand and walked the jury through the autopsy — from the bruises on his arms… to the injuries on his face… to the gash across his scalp. The only problem? Determining John O'…

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