Before we begin today's episode, I want to make a disclaimer that there will be mentions

of sexual violence.

Listener discretion is advised.

During this trial, you are going to learn the defendant was a savvy New York City businessman.

He was a famous and powerful Hollywood producer who lived a lavish lifestyle.

The evidence will also show that this man was a sexual predator and rapist.

These are the words of Manhattan assistant district attorney Megan Hast in her opening

statements on January 22, 2020.

She continued on, quote, different women, different places, decades apart, same crime.

At the end of this trial, the evidence will be clear that this man was not just a titan

in Hollywood, but also a rapist.

He stalked women when they didn't comply.

He used power to ensure silence.

You will learn during the course of this trial, these women internalized trauma, some even

for decades.

They will each describe fear, shame, and humiliation following violent encounters.

Each of them struggled but managed to put on a brave face for the world.

Each feeling small and insignificant.

They were no match for this power broker in Hollywood.

At the same time, he was seen for the cameras on red carpets and rubbing elbows with politicians.

These women will have their voices heard.

They come from different walks in life and only one is still in actress, but what they

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