The Harvey Weinstein Trial: Unfiltered

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Ep. 4 | Lots Of Love, Miriam Jan 28, 2020

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This is one of the most important days of the Harvey Weinstein trial. He is finally facing an accuser who is part of the actual criminal case against him. Actress Annabella Sciorra made allegations but he is not being charged with those offenses - they are being used to bolster the case against him. Former Project Runaway production assistant, Miriam Haley took the stand to accuse Weinstein of sexually assaulting her in his SoHo apartment. Her description of the attack was graphic and she cried whilst recounting the alleged assault.

However will the jury believe her? Will they find Weinstein guilty? Miriam Hayley's story was undermined by Weinstein's defense team when she admitted accepting gifts and airline tickets and having consensual sex with him after she says he sexually assaulted her. The Defense also produced loving emails from Hayley to Weinstein - written after the alleged attack. She even pitched a TV series to her alleged attacker. What will the jury decide?

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Ep. 3 | Rosie Perez vs. Harvey Weinstein Jan 25, 2020

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Day 3 of the Harvey Weinstein trial was filled with drama and surprises! And there was another celebrity witness today with the appearance of Oscar nominated actor Rosie Perez - she was the witness who almost didn't appear. The defense fought to keep her out of the courtroom but the prosecution argued just as vociferously that the jury should hear her evidence. Her evidence was damaging for Weinstein in that it backed up some of Annabella Sciorra's testimony from the previous day.

Dr. Barbara Ziv, a forensic psychiatrist, also gave evidence. She was called by the prosecution to explain to the jury why Weinstein's alleged victims would continue contact or have friendly or even romantic relationships with the defendant even though they had been raped by him. Her theories are controversial and it remains to be seen whether the jury will be convinced by Dr Ziv.

And just at the end of the day there was another celebrity witness. Kara Young, a former New York model, gave evidence. Young's major claim to fame was that she dated a Mr Donald Trump for two years in the late nineties. She told the court that when at an Oscar watching party in March 1994 she notice Annabella was acting strangely and was jittery and that there were long cuts on her upper thighs and that she asked Sciorra if she had been cutting herself.

The testimony from Day 3 is quite compelling and we hope you enjoy the third installment in our series. If you enjoy this podcast, please send your tax-deductible gift to the Unreported Story Society at TheUnreportedStorySociety.com.

Ep. 2 | Her Truth vs. The Truth Jan 24, 2020

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On the second day of the trial against Harvey Weinstein, actress Annabella Sciorra, known for her role as "Gloria Trillo" in The Sopranos, gave evidence claiming she was raped by the movie mogul in the early 90's (although she cant remember which exact year). Sciorra is not part of this case against Weinstein as her allegations fall outside New York State's statute of limitations but she has been brought to testify against Weinstein to show a "pattern" of predatory behavior.

Sciorra's testimony is graphic and she alleges that Weinstein forced himself into her home and raped her. After the encounter, she alleges that Weinstein told her not to tell anyone what happened. But under cross examination Sciorra admitted that she worked on the Weinstein movie Cop Land after the alleged rape. Are Sciorra's accusations credible? Decide for yourself as you listen to veteran Hollywood voice actors as they recreate the courtroom for you in the second episode of The Harvey Weinstein Trial: Unfiltered.

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Harvey Weinstein Jan 23, 2020

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Is Harvey Weinstein a rapist? Many have already made up their minds, but compelling evidence from the defense could prove otherwise. In the opening day of the trial, we hear statements from the prosecution and the defense. The prosecution argues that Harvey Weinstein is a sexual predator and a rapist. They paint a picture of a man who used his star power to abuse young women and in one case, the prosecution alleges he raped a 27-year old aspiring actress. The defense paints a much different picture. In their opening remarks, they revealed emails between Weinstein and the some of the complainants that showed friendly romantic relationships. The evidence includes texts and emails -- one of which even reads, "I love you, I always do. But I hate feeling like a booty call.”

In the first episode of The Weinstein Trial: Unfiltered, our team of veteran voice actors will bring the trial to life and give you an inside look at the courtroom using the court transcripts to show you the truth behind the headlines. With commentary from journalists Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer, we hope you enjoy the first episode of this daily series. New episodes will be posted daily at WeinsteinPodcast.com.

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Trailer: Introducing "The Harvey Weinstein Trial: Unfiltered" | A New Daily Podcast Jan 10, 2020

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Harvey Weinstein is on trial in New York for the rape and sexual assault of two women in what has been called the trial of the century. Celebrity accusers including Gwyneth Paltrow and Rose McGowan have launched the #MeToo movement by claiming Weinstein has harassed or sexually assaulted dozens of women. Ronan Farrow has exposed many of the allegations against Weinstein but is there enough evidence to convict him? The Harvey Weinstein Trial: Unfiltered is a unique and compelling daily podcast from journalists Phelim McAleer and Ann McElhinney that will reveal the truth behind this groundbreaking case.