Best The Cole Memo Podcasts (2025)

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#216 – The Economics of Cannabis: Price, Policy & Prohibition with Beau Whitney 1:24:12

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In this episode of The Cole Memo, Cole sits down with economist Beau Whitney of Whitney Economics to unpack the complex realities behind cannabis market structures. From price elasticity and licensing limits to the rising tension between hemp and marijuana regulation, Beau explains what the data really shows. They also tackle how market access, con…

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Prosecutors In Florida Knew About The Allegations In New York Before Gifting Epstein His Deal 16:47

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Florida federal prosecutors in the Southern District of Florida, led by then-U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, were fully aware of damning allegations into Jeffrey Epstein’s predatory sexual behavior—including testimony that he exploited teenage girls as young as 14 in New York—as early as 2006. Despite this, in 2008 the Feds struck a secretive non-prosec…

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How The State Of New York Failed To Stop Jeffrey Epstein's Predatory Behavior 18:40

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Manhattan prosecutors in New York played a troubling role in allowing Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse to continue largely uninterrupted. As journalist Jane Coaston detailed, a Manhattan assistant district attorney even petitioned to classify Epstein as a low-risk sex offender—opting to call for the most lenient category possible under the law. This …

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Diddy And His Co-Defendants Look To Dismiss The Suit Filed By Sara Rivers (Part 2) (7/8/25) 10:49

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The defendants in the case of Sara Rivers v. Sean Combs and others have submitted a memorandum of law supporting their motion to dismiss the complaint. This legal filing argues that the plaintiff's claims lack sufficient legal basis or fail to meet the necessary standards for the case to proceed. The defendants seek dismissal on grounds likely rela…

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Diddy And His Co-Defendants Look To Dismiss The Suit Filed By Sara Rivers (Part 1) (7/8/25) 12:35

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The defendants in the case of Sara Rivers v. Sean Combs and others have submitted a memorandum of law supporting their motion to dismiss the complaint. This legal filing argues that the plaintiff's claims lack sufficient legal basis or fail to meet the necessary standards for the case to proceed. The defendants seek dismissal on grounds likely rela…

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The Blowback From The DOJ Ending The Epstein Investigation Continues To Grow (7/8/25) 26:12

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A newly released Department of Justice memo has confirmed that no additional prosecutions will be pursued in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein case, beyond those already charged. The memo concludes that after years of investigation, there is insufficient evidence to bring charges against any new individuals linked to Epstein’s criminal activities…

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How Diddy's Fortune Continues To Dwindle In The Wake Of His Civil and Criminal Trials (7/8/25) 14:10

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Sean "Diddy" Combs, once a titan of music and media with a billion-dollar empire, is watching his fortune shrink under the crushing weight of mounting legal battles. Federal criminal charges, sprawling civil lawsuits, and high-profile accusations have turned his brand from gold to toxic overnight. Partnerships have been severed, business ventures f…

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Murder In Moscow: Horrific Details Of The Murder Of Kaylee Are Revealed By Her Mother (7/8/25) 12:58

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Kristi Goncalves, Kaylee’s distraught mother, shared harrowing new details in a Facebook post on July 3rd, describing how Bryan Kohberger didn’t simply stab her daughter—he beat her severely as she frantically fought for her life. Kristi revealed that Kohberger “beat her in the face and head while it was clear that she fought for her life,” extendi…

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Mega Edition: The OIG Report On Jeffrey Epstein's Non Prosecution Agreement (Parts 10-12) (7/7/25) 43:30

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The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (OIG) report into Jeffrey Epstein’s 2007 Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) presents a disturbing portrait of federal cowardice, systemic failures, and deliberate abdication of prosecutorial duty. Instead of zealously pursuing justice against a serial predator with dozens of underage victims, t…

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Mega Edition: The OIG Report On Jeffrey Epstein's Non Prosecution Agreement (Parts 7-9) (7/7/25) 45:32

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The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (OIG) report into Jeffrey Epstein’s 2007 Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) presents a disturbing portrait of federal cowardice, systemic failures, and deliberate abdication of prosecutorial duty. Instead of zealously pursuing justice against a serial predator with dozens of underage victims, t…

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Moscow Mule Murder: Kouri Richin Has More Charges Tacked On 13:30

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Kouri Richins, the grief author who has been charged with murdering her husband after slipping fentanyl into his moscow mule is now facing another charge related to the alleged poisoning. Except this time, it's an attempted murder charge due to a previous attempted poisoning. Meanwhile, Kouri Richin's mother is under the microscrope as well as auth…

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Rex Heuermann And The Similarities To The Green River Killer 16:03

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Gary Ridgway, known as the "Green River Killer," and Rex Heuermann, suspected in the Gilgo Beach murders, share several similarities in their alleged criminal behavior and the nature of their crimes: Modus Operandi: Both Ridgway and Heuermann targeted vulnerable women, particularly sex workers, as their primary victims. This choice of victim reflec…

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The Making Of A Serial Killer 22:31

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An organized serial killer is a type of serial killer who exhibits a high degree of planning, control, and premeditation when committing their crimes. Unlike disorganized serial killers, who tend to act impulsively and leave chaotic crime scenes, organized serial killers are methodical and strategic in their approach, making it challenging for law …

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Moscow Mule Killer: Did the Key Witness Against Kouri Richin's Get Cold Feet? 13:28

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The key witness against Kouri Richins has sent the judge a letter saying that she fears she will "crumble on the stand" and that the restrictions that have been put on her leading up to her testimony in court are "ruining her life." This comes after the defense asked for the case to be dismissed due to prosecutorial misconduct after a letter was fo…

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The Moscow Mule Killer: Details Are Emerging About Kouri Richins Online Searches 14:48

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In an update to an on going story we've been discussing, we are now learning more details about the real estate agent and mom who allegedly murdered her husband by slipping some fentanyl into his moscow mule. Richins says that she's innocent, but the newly released court documents and all of the evidence that has been made public certainly tells a …

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No Network? No Justice: The Government’s Epstein Fantasy (Part 3) (7/7/25) 24:27

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The Department of Justice's declaration that Jeffrey Epstein was a "lone wolf" with no ties to intelligence and no involvement in kompromat is not just laughable—it’s an insult to the intelligence of every American with a functioning frontal lobe. This isn’t just a lie; it’s a grotesque act of gaslighting. You don’t amass blackmail material on bill…

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No Network? No Justice: The Government’s Epstein Fantasy (Part 2) (7/7/25) 12:22

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The Department of Justice's declaration that Jeffrey Epstein was a "lone wolf" with no ties to intelligence and no involvement in kompromat is not just laughable—it’s an insult to the intelligence of every American with a functioning frontal lobe. This isn’t just a lie; it’s a grotesque act of gaslighting. You don’t amass blackmail material on bill…

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No Network? No Justice: The Government’s Epstein Fantasy (Part 1) (7/7/25) 17:32

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The Department of Justice's declaration that Jeffrey Epstein was a "lone wolf" with no ties to intelligence and no involvement in kompromat is not just laughable—it’s an insult to the intelligence of every American with a functioning frontal lobe. This isn’t just a lie; it’s a grotesque act of gaslighting. You don’t amass blackmail material on bill…

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The DOJ Memo: Because Investigating Jeffrey Epstein Is Just Too Hard (7/7/25) 19:52

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The DOJ's newly released memo on Jeffrey Epstein is being hailed by federal officials as the final word on one of the most suspicious and heavily scrutinized deaths in modern U.S. history. According to the document, Epstein died by suicide, there is no surveillance footage showing any unauthorized access to his cellblock, and—perhaps most contentio…

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Diddy And The Sentence That He Is Facing After His Convictions (7/7/25) 11:06

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Following his conviction on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, Sean "Diddy" Combs faces a sentencing range influenced by federal guidelines and the specifics of his case. While each count carries a maximum sentence of 10 years, legal experts anticipate a sentence closer to the lower end of the spectrum. Prosecutors have sugges…

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Mega Edition: The OIG Report On Jeffrey Epstein's Non Prosecution Agreement (Parts 4-6) (7/7/25) 39:40

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The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (OIG) report into Jeffrey Epstein’s 2007 Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) presents a disturbing portrait of federal cowardice, systemic failures, and deliberate abdication of prosecutorial duty. Instead of zealously pursuing justice against a serial predator with dozens of underage victims, t…

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Mega Edition: The OIG Report On Jeffrey Epstein's Non Prosecution Agreement (Parts 1-3) (7/7/25) 34:48

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The Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (OIG) report into Jeffrey Epstein’s 2007 Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) presents a disturbing portrait of federal cowardice, systemic failures, and deliberate abdication of prosecutorial duty. Instead of zealously pursuing justice against a serial predator with dozens of underage victims, t…

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The Moscow Mule Murder: Kouri Richin's And The Documentary 12:15

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The Utah mother accused fo killing her husband with a fentanyl laced Moscow mule drink is allegedly speaking with documentarians and filmmakers about a possible documentary about the current plight she faces and now, prosecutors have asked the Judge for a gag order. The judge agreed in part to apply a gag order over the case, though the scope of th…

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Moscow Mule Murder: Eric RIchin's Sister Blasts Kouri Richins In Court As A Judge Denies Her Bail 10:47

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Kouri Richins had her chance to argue her case before the Judge on Mondy where she asked the court to release her on bail. After the staggering amount of evidence that has been provided to the court and the impact statement from Eric Richin's sister, the court denied her bail attempt and she will now remain behind bars until her trial. Eric Richin'…

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The Moscow Mule Murder: Kouri Richins Brother Comes To Her Defense In A Interview 11:24

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Kouri Richins has been accused of murdering her husband with a fentanyl laced moscow mule drink. Authorities say her motive for this was money. Richins however has contended that she is not responsible for the death and that Eric was addicted to drugs. After her cell was tossed in a recent search by CO's at the facility she's being held at, they fo…

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A Former Resident At 1122 King Road Named Cole Altender Talks About The House 11:59

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From the archives: 12-26-22 Cole Altender, a former tenant at the Moscow house when he was attending college at the university of Idaho has spoken out about his time living in the house and how when he lived there nobody could move around without everyone else hearing their movements, even if that was just rolling a computer chair away from his des…

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Steve And Kristi Goncalves Comment On The Arrest Of Bryan Kohberger 10:56

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From the archives: 1-5-23 Steve and Kristi Goncalves have been very vocal throughout the investigation into who murdered their daughter Kaylee and her friends. So much so, that the relationship between the family and the investigators was so damaged, that the Goncalves family brought a lawyer on board to help the process along. In this episode, we …

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Diddy Beat The Most Serious Criminal Charges But He Still Faces A Mountain Of Civil Suits (7/6/25) 15:24

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Sean "Diddy" Combs has been convicted on two federal counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, stemming from a high-profile trial that concluded on July 2, 2025. The jury acquitted him of more severe charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering. Despite the convictions, Combs faces a maximum sentence of 20 years, though he is expe…

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The Suzanne Morphew Murder: Barry Morphew And The Preservation Motion (7/6/25) 11:44

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Barry Morphew, through his legal counsel, has filed a motion demanding that the District Attorney’s Office and all associated law enforcement and reporting agencies preserve specific materials relevant to his case. This motion serves as an official notification requiring these entities to retain any evidence or documentation that may pertain to the…

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Forced Ecstasy and Unprotected Sex: The Claims Against Cassie Ventura And Diddy (7/6/25) 12:40

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Clayton Howard, a male escort who alleges he was trafficked by Sean "Diddy" Combs and his former partner Cassie Ventura, has filed a civil lawsuit against the pair. Howard claims that from 2009 to 2014, he was coerced into participating in "freak-offs," drug-fueled sex sessions organized by Combs and Ventura. He alleges that Ventura infected him wi…

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Diddy Trial: How The SDNY Snatched Defeat From The Jaws Of Victory (7/6/25) 14:55

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The prosecution in the Sean “Diddy” Combs federal trial faced a relentless and strategically savvy defense that systematically dismantled their case, ultimately leading to a devastating defeat. From the outset, the defense aggressively challenged the credibility of key witnesses, exposing inconsistencies, motivations for lying, and gaps in the gove…

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Mega Edition: Mia Gives Testimony On Day 12 (7/6/25) 53:26

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On Day 12 of Sean "Diddy" Combs's federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, former stylist Deonte Nash resumed his testimony, detailing instances of physical abuse he witnessed Combs inflict upon his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. Nash recounted a 2013 incident where Combs allegedly dragged Ventura by her hair and slammed her head into a bed …

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Mega Edition: Diddy Looks To Get The Thalia Graves Lawsuit Tossed (Part 3-4) (7/6/25) 22:57

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In Case No. 24-cv-7201, Sean Combs' legal team, led by attorney Jonathan D. Davis, filed a motion to dismiss the amended complaint brought by plaintiff Thalia Graves. The defense argues that Graves' allegations, which pertain to an alleged 2001 rape, are legally insufficient and fail to meet the necessary standards for proceeding to trial. They con…

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Mega Edition: Diddy Looks To Get The Thalia Graves Lawsuit Tossed (Part 1-2) (7/6/25) 21:08

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In Case No. 24-cv-7201, Sean Combs' legal team, led by attorney Jonathan D. Davis, filed a motion to dismiss the amended complaint brought by plaintiff Thalia Graves. The defense argues that Graves' allegations, which pertain to an alleged 2001 rape, are legally insufficient and fail to meet the necessary standards for proceeding to trial. They con…

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Diddy Moves To Exclude Rule 413 And 404 (b) Evidence From The Upcoming Trial (Part 4) 16:27

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In this 39-page motion filed on April 7, 2025, Sean Combs’ legal team asks the court to exclude any reference to alleged prior sexual assaults under Federal Rules of Evidence 413 and 404(b). They argue that Rule 413 only applies when a defendant is formally charged with a sexual assault offense, which Combs is not—his current charges involve racket…

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Diddy Moves To Exclude Rule 413 And 404 (b) Evidence From The Upcoming Trial (Part 3) 12:10

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In this 39-page motion filed on April 7, 2025, Sean Combs’ legal team asks the court to exclude any reference to alleged prior sexual assaults under Federal Rules of Evidence 413 and 404(b). They argue that Rule 413 only applies when a defendant is formally charged with a sexual assault offense, which Combs is not—his current charges involve racket…

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Diddy Moves To Exclude Rule 413 And 404 (b) Evidence From The Upcoming Trial (Part 2) 13:41

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In this 39-page motion filed on April 7, 2025, Sean Combs’ legal team asks the court to exclude any reference to alleged prior sexual assaults under Federal Rules of Evidence 413 and 404(b). They argue that Rule 413 only applies when a defendant is formally charged with a sexual assault offense, which Combs is not—his current charges involve racket…

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Diddy Moves To Exclude Rule 413 And 404 (b) Evidence From The Upcoming Trial (Part 1) 10:47

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In this 39-page motion filed on April 7, 2025, Sean Combs’ legal team asks the court to exclude any reference to alleged prior sexual assaults under Federal Rules of Evidence 413 and 404(b). They argue that Rule 413 only applies when a defendant is formally charged with a sexual assault offense, which Combs is not—his current charges involve racket…

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Madison Mogen And The DNA Found Under Her Fingernails 19:24

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Recent court documents have revealed that DNA from three different individuals was discovered under the fingernails of Madison Mogen, one of the four University of Idaho students tragically murdered in November 2022. This finding suggests that Mogen may have struggled with her assailant, potentially collecting crucial forensic evidence during the …

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The Suzanne Morphew Murder: The Grand Jury Indictment Of Barry Morphew (Part 2) (7/5/25) 10:25

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On June 20, 2025, a Colorado grand jury indicted Barry Morphew for the first-degree murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, who disappeared on Mother's Day 2020. Her remains were discovered in September 2023 in a shallow grave near Moffat, Colorado, approximately 40 miles from their home. An autopsy revealed the presence of a powerful animal tranquili…

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The Suzanne Morphew Murder: The Grand Jury Indictment Of Barry Morphew (Part 1) (7/5/25) 15:52

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On June 20, 2025, a Colorado grand jury indicted Barry Morphew for the first-degree murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, who disappeared on Mother's Day 2020. Her remains were discovered in September 2023 in a shallow grave near Moffat, Colorado, approximately 40 miles from their home. An autopsy revealed the presence of a powerful animal tranquili…

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Mega Edition: Christopher Ignacio, Lance Jimenez And Deonte Nash Give Testimony On Day 11 (7/5/25) 39:34

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During the morning session of Sean "Diddy" Combs's federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial on May 28, 2025, the court heard testimony from LAPD officer Christopher Ignacio and arson investigator Lance Jimenez regarding the 2012 firebombing of rapper Kid Cudi's Porsche. Jimenez described finding a Molotov cocktail made from a 40 oz Olde Engli…

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Mega Edition: Capricorn Clarke Takes The Stand On Day 10 (7/5/25) 44:59

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Capricorn Clark, a former assistant and marketing executive for Sean "Diddy" Combs, delivered compelling testimony during his federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial. She recounted a harrowing incident from December 2011, where Combs allegedly appeared at her apartment armed with a gun, demanding she accompany him to confront rapper Kid Cudi…

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Mega Edition: George Kaplan, Kid Cudi And Mylah Morales Take The Stand On Day 9 (7/5/25) 54:15

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On Day 9 of Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial, former personal assistant George Kaplan delivered compelling testimony that shed light on the inner workings of Combs' operations. Kaplan recounted an incident aboard a private jet in 2015, where he witnessed Combs allegedly assaulting singer Cassie Ventura. According to Kaplan, he heard glass shatteri…

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Grace O’Marcaigh And The Christian Combs Allegations (Part 4) 15:21

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Grace O'Marcaigh has filed serious allegations against both Sean "Diddy" Combs and his son, Christian Combs. O'Marcaigh claims that she was sexually assaulted by Christian while working as a crew member on a yacht chartered by the Combs family in December 2022. According to her lawsuit, Christian coerced her into drinking tequila, which she suspect…

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Grace O’Marcaigh And The Christian Combs Allegations (Part 3) 11:35

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Grace O'Marcaigh has filed serious allegations against both Sean "Diddy" Combs and his son, Christian Combs. O'Marcaigh claims that she was sexually assaulted by Christian while working as a crew member on a yacht chartered by the Combs family in December 2022. According to her lawsuit, Christian coerced her into drinking tequila, which she suspect…

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Grace O’Marcaigh And The Christian Combs Allegations (Part 2) 10:37

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Grace O'Marcaigh has filed serious allegations against both Sean "Diddy" Combs and his son, Christian Combs. O'Marcaigh claims that she was sexually assaulted by Christian while working as a crew member on a yacht chartered by the Combs family in December 2022. According to her lawsuit, Christian coerced her into drinking tequila, which she suspect…

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Grace O’Marcaigh And The Christian Combs Allegations (Part 1) 11:49

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Grace O'Marcaigh has filed serious allegations against both Sean "Diddy" Combs and his son, Christian Combs. O'Marcaigh claims that she was sexually assaulted by Christian while working as a crew member on a yacht chartered by the Combs family in December 2022. According to her lawsuit, Christian coerced her into drinking tequila, which she suspect…

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Dylan Mortensen's Stepmother And The Interview With The New York Post 12:25

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Dylan Mortensen, one of two housemates who survived the brutal attacks in Moscow on November 13th of 2022, is still suffering from survivors guilt according to her ex step mother and things have been so rough on her due to bullying and trolls online, that she even transfered to a different university. Dylan Mortensen is expected to provide testimon…

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The Diddy Trial: Kristina Khorrum And The Summary Charts (7/4/25) 15:01

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In the case of United States v. Combs, the Government submitted a letter to Judge Subramanian addressing GX 1411, a summary chart of records extracted from Kristina Khorram’s electronic devices. The letter reveals that the defense only recently, after more than five months of possessing these communications, notified the Government of their intenti…