Diddy’s Downfall: Fame on Trial

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Is fame the ultimate shield from justice?

Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive deep into the sensational and disturbing criminal case against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs.

Prompted by a listener’s request, the duo unpacks the Diddy trial through a legal lens, comparing the celebrity-driven U.S. justice system to Canadian standards.

They explore how RICO charges — originally designed for organized crime — were controversially applied, why Diddy’s violent behavior didn’t result in a conviction for assault, and what his one-year stay at Rikers could mean for sentencing.

Along the way, they reflect on the intersection of celebrity, power, and justice, all while highlighting how media spectacles shape public perceptions of the law.

Listen for:

2:23 From O.J. to Diddy: How Celebrity Trials Shape Public Justice

7:26 The 2016 Hotel Video That Rocked Diddy’s Empire

9:59 RICO 101: From Mobsters to Music Moguls

14:20 The Prosecutor’s Secret Weapon: Why RICO Packs a Punch

17:47 Big Charges Dropped, Small Convictions Stick

25:31 The Judge Speaks: Damning Words Before Sentencing

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