Four the Record: Russell Brand on Trial

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Four the Record: Russell Brand on Trial is a podcast from Channel 4 News that takes listeners inside one of the most highly anticipated trials in recent history. Hosted by Channel 4 News Culture Correspondent Minnie Stephenson, the series will publish every weekday throughout the trial, bringing listeners the latest developments, key testimony and expert analysis. Russell Brand is standing trial on charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault. He has pleaded not guilty to each charge and has always strongly denied all allegations of wrongdoing.

Episodes

  1. 1 day ago

    Brand turned into a 'wide-eyed maniac' says second alleged victim | Trial Day 5

    It's day 5 of Russell Brand's rape trial in London and  the second alleged victim took to the stand, along with other witnesses', including his former friend and flatmate Andrew Dobson.   Brand faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He denies all the charges.   Dobson described him as 'vibrant' and 'lively'; but also 'very egotistical' and 'erratic' - whilst the second alleged victim said Russell Brand turned into a 'wide-eyed maniac' before attempting to drag her into a toilet at MTV.  In today’s episode, Culture Correspondent Minnie Stephenson speaks to our producer Sachelle Conner about all the details from inside the courtroom and what the jury heard today.   Warning: This episode includes graphic descriptions of sexual assault.

  2. 2 days ago

    First alleged victim gives evidence in court | Trial Day 4

    Today, the court heard testimony from the first alleged victim in Russell Brand’s rape trial at Southwark Crown Court.  Brand faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He denies all the charges.    The woman told the court that Brand allegedly raped her after asking her to take photographs of him “semi-nude”. She also described how, before the alleged rape, Brand acted “like Basil Fawlty when he does his goose steps”.   In today’s episode, Culture Correspondent Minnie Stephenson speaks to our producer Sachelle Conner about the testimony heard in court and the details that emerged during proceedings.  Warning: This episode includes graphic descriptions of sexual assault.

  3. 3 days ago

    Brand was 'ruthless sexual predator' court hears | Trial Day 3

    On day 3 of Russell Brand's trial, the prosecution described him as 'ruthless', 'calculating', 'manipulative' and a 'sexual predator'.   For the first time the jury heard accounts of the women who are accusing Brand of some of the most serious crimes.   In this episode Minnie Stephenson and Sachelle Connor outline the seven charges against him, in relation to six women. Brand strenuously denies all the charges.

  4. 4 days ago

    Russell Brand trial latest: What happened on day 2?

    Day two of Russell Brand’s trial: what happened in court, and how does jury selection work?  Minnie Stephenson speaks to producer Sachelle Connor about the latest from the courtroom, while jury expert Professor Cheryl Thomas KC breaks down how juries are selected in the UK and how it's different from the US.  Brand faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He denies all charges.

  5. 5 days ago

    Inside the Russell Brand trial: Day 1 | Four the Record

    Russell Brand’s trial began in London today. He faces three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He denies all the charges.    So, what happened in court on day one? What was the atmosphere like as Brand arrived? And how will the jury be selected?    In this episode, Minnie Stephenson speaks to producer Sachelle Connor about what happened inside the courtroom, while criminal barrister Eleanor Laws KC explains how the prosecution and defence will build and argue their cases.

  6. 5 days ago

    The rise and reinvention of Russell Brand | Russell Brand on Trial

    Russell Brand's rape trial started today in London - but who is the man behind the headlines and how did he reach such monumental levels of success in the 2000s?  In this podcast, Minnie Stephenson talks to journalist and broadcaster Sam Delaney about Russell Brand’s career, his rise to fame and the story behind one of the most recognisable and controversial figures in British entertainment.    Russell Brand has been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He strenuously denies all charges.

  7. 8 Oct

    Inside the courtroom: How a criminal trial works | Russell Brand on Trial

    Russell Brand will be on trial from Monday: he’s been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He strenuously denies all charges.  But how does the UK justice system ensure a fair trial when the defendant is one of the UK’s most recognisable public figures? What does the prosecution have to prove in a case of this nature? And what protections are available to witnesses?  In this episode, Minnie Stephenson speaks to Sir Max Hill KC, former Director of Public Prosecutions and one of Britain’s most experienced criminal barristers, about how a trial like this unfolds.  This is the first episode of our daily podcast bringing you the evidence and legal context from the courtroom as the trial unfolds.

    Inside the courtroom: How a criminal trial works | Russell Brand on Trial

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    Russell Brand on Trial - a new podcast from Channel 4 News

    Russell Brand’s rape trial is due to start on 12 October. He's been charged with three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He strenuously denies all charges.So, what happens when fame and public opinion collide with the evidence put before the court?What will the prosecution allege? What will the defence argue? And who will take to the stand?Our Culture Correspondent Minnie will be in court every day during the trial, and she’ll bring you the latest updates on the case on our new podcast, Four the Record: Russell Brand on trial.

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Four the Record: Russell Brand on Trial is a podcast from Channel 4 News that takes listeners inside one of the most highly anticipated trials in recent history. Hosted by Channel 4 News Culture Correspondent Minnie Stephenson, the series will publish every weekday throughout the trial, bringing listeners the latest developments, key testimony and expert analysis. Russell Brand is standing trial on charges of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault. He has pleaded not guilty to each charge and has always strongly denied all allegations of wrongdoing.

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