Sean Combs: The last personal assistant and an interview with Joe Tacopina.
- Jun 21, 2025
- 17:16
- Full Episode
<p>The prosecution called one of its last witnesses -- personal assistant Brendan Paul, who testified he was arrested last spring because he covered for Combs when federal agents found something illegal in his bag. Plus an interview with Joe Tacopina, who represented Michael Jackson, Meek Mill, and ASAP Rocky, but turned down Combs's case. He rates both legal teams' performance so far and tells us what his closing argument would be.<br /><br />If you want to read NBC's coverage of the trial, check out our newsletter, “Diddy On Trial”: <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/diddy-on-trial" target="_blank">NBCNews.com/Diddy</a> </p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Brendan Paul testifies about Sean Combs' drug use and lifestyle, while defense attorney Joe Takapina analyzes the prosecution's case and defense strategy.
Key points
- Brendan Paul's Testimony. Brendan Paul reveals shocking details about Combs' drug use and personal life.
- The Infamous Gucci Pouch. Testimony reveals the contents of Combs' Gucci pouch, linking him to drugs and cash.
- Joe Tacopina's Insight. Defense attorney Joe Tacopina shares his perspective on the case and Combs' demeanor.
Episode highlights
- Brendan Paul's TestimonyBrendan Paul reveals shocking details about Combs' drug use and personal life.“He had cocaine on him.”1:23Jun 21, 2025
- The Infamous Gucci PouchTestimony reveals the contents of Combs' Gucci pouch, linking him to drugs and cash.“The Gucci pouch came up again.”3:19Jun 21, 2025
- Joe Tacopina's InsightDefense attorney Joe Tacopina shares his perspective on the case and Combs' demeanor.“He seemed to me... in this vortex of stuff coming at him.”9:35Jun 21, 2025
