Week 7 (The Jury): The Jurors, Deliberation, And Possible Outcomes With Jury Consultant Renato Stabile
CBS News Correspondent and CBS Weekend anchor Jericka Duncan was recently given the task to cover the the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. Her assignment puts her at the courthouse and in the courtroom every day of the trial so she has a front row seat to all of the action happening in and outside of the courtroom. This week, Jericka sits down with jury consultant and attorney, Renato Stabile. They discuss the intricacies of jury consulting and selection, particularly in high-profile cases. Stabile highlights the unusual length of jury selection in the case of Sean Combs, the importance of diversity in juror makeup, and the potential impact of stealth jurors. They also explore the dynamics of jury deliberation in this case, the significance of a potential mistrial, and the possible outcomes and sentencing for Combs before wrapping things up with his expectation of when the jury deliberations will be complete.THE TEAMHost: Jericka DuncanExecutive Producer/Editor: Scott Riggs Follow Jericka on social media:InstagramTik Tok
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Week 6 (Social Influencers): How Influencers Are Covering The Diddy Trial With Make It Make Sense (MIMS)
CBS News Correspondent and CBS Weekend anchor Jericka Duncan was recently given the task to cover the the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. Her assignment puts her at the courthouse and in the courtroom every day of the trial so she has a front row seat to all of the action happening in and outside of the courtroom. This week, Jericka sits down with the creator of the wildly popular YouTube Channel, Make It Make Sense (MIMS) to discuss his journey into content creation, the challenges of covering high-profile trials, and the responsibility of amplifying the voices of victims. He also reflects on the shift from legacy media to new media, the importance of integrity in journalism, and the impact of social media on public perception before sharing his thoughts on the future of content creation in the age of AI and his personal aspirations moving forward after the case concludes.THE TEAMHost: Jericka DuncanExecutive Producer/Editor: Scott Riggs Follow Jericka on social media:InstagramTik Tok
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Week 5 (Witness Testimony): Kanye Arrives, Jane Testifies And A Conversation With Attorney Judie Saunders
CBS News Correspondent and CBS Weekend anchor Jericka Duncan was recently given the task to cover the the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. Her assignment puts her at the courthouse and in the courtroom every day of the trial so she has a front row seat to all of the action happening in and outside of the courtroom. This week, Jericka documents Kanye West's arrival to the courthouse, talks to Diddy's friend Charlucci Finney and welcomes back Judie Saunders to the podcast. Judie leads sexual abuse and human trafficking department of the law firm, Ask LLP. She has more than twenty years of experience litigating cases involving sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and discrimination. Judie has also represented survivors in cases against USA gymnastics, local and state governments, and clergy abuse survivors.Their conversation dives into the prosecution's case, how effective they've been in proving the charges and the testimony Jane, who describes a toxic relationship marked by manipulation and violence. Saunders provides insights into the implications of Jane's testimony, the complexities of the case, and the challenges faced by the prosecution in presenting their arguments to the jury. They also discuss the nuances of relationships, the impact of trauma, and the strategies employed by the defense. They then dive into the complexities of witness testimony in a high-profile legal case, particularly focusing on the duality of a witness's statements and behaviors as well as the implications of these testimonies for both the prosecution and defense, the importance of jury diversity, and the challenges of proving racketeering charges. Finally, Saunders offers valuable advice for individuals in toxic relationships, emphasizing the significance of trusting one's instincts and the need to shift the narrative around victimization.THE TEAMHost: Jericka DuncanExecutive Producer/Editor: Scott Riggs Follow Jericka on social media:InstagramTik Tok
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Week 4 (Psychology): A Discussion About Survivor Responses To Abuse with Dr. Thema Bryant
CBS News Correspondent and CBS Weekend anchor Jericka Duncan was given the task of covering the the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. Her assignment puts her at the courthouse and in the courtroom every day of the trial so she has a front row seat to all of the action happening inside and outside of the courtroom. First, Jericka discusses the case with CBS Legal Analyst, Katrina Kaufman. Katrina shares what happened in the courtroom in week 4, how each side is managing their case and the strength of the testimony from the prosecution's witnesses.Then Jericka speaks with clinical psychologist Dr. Thema Bryant about the complexities of trauma and its impact on testimony in abuse cases. She notes that individuals respond to trauma differently, which can affect their emotional display during testimony. The discussion also covers the challenges survivors face in reporting abuse, the influence of power dynamics, and the cultural narratives that often blame victims. Dr. Bryant highlights the importance of understanding these factors for jurors and society at large, as well as the potential for healing and redemption for both survivors and offenders.THE TEAMHost: Jericka DuncanExecutive Producer/Editor: Scott Riggs Follow Jericka on social media:InstagramTik Tok
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Week 3 (Culture): A Conversation With Writer/Producer Bonsu Thompson About Diddy's Legacy
CBS News Correspondent and CBS Weekend anchor Jericka Duncan was given the task of covering the the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs. Her assignment puts her at the courthouse and in the courtroom every day of the trial so she has a front row seat to all of the action happening inside and outside of the courtroom. This week, Jericka brings on Bonsu Thompson, writer, producer, former music editor for XXL Magazine and former editor in chief of The Source magazine to discuss the complex legacy of Sean Combs. In their conversation, they explore the implications of Combs' actions within the music industry as well as the predatory nature of the industry, the influence of figures like Andre Harrell, and the challenges of reconciling an artist's work with their personal behavior. The conversation also touches on the broader cultural context, including the impact of unhealed artists and the potential political ramifications of Combs' legal troubles. THE TEAMHost: Jericka DuncanExecutive Producer/Editor: Scott Riggs Follow Jericka on social media:InstagramTik Tok
CBS News Correspondent and Weekend Anchor Jericka Duncan brings you the I Am That Reporter podcast. Season one covers the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs in the US v Sean Combs case. Duncan will be your eyes and ears in the courtroom as well as what's happening on the streets outside the courtroom. Each week, she'll have conversations with legal and subject matter experts to break down the case from all sides and offer listeners information, perspective and analysis with what's happening in the case and with everyone involved.
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