Russell Brand’s conviction for rape and sexual assault has brought renewed scrutiny to the actor and comedian, who cultivated an image of provocation and promiscuity before embracing an identity as a right-wing influencer. What does his case say about the promises – and limits – of the MeToo movement?
The BBC’s Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, host of the podcast Fame Under Fire, has been in court throughout the Brand trial. She joins The Global Story’s Asma Khalid to explain what happened – and what the case tells us about the changing culture around sexual misconduct and accountability.
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Timecodes:
0:00 – Disclaimer
0:14 – The downfall of Russell Brand
1.22 – Intro to Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty
1.37 – What was the atmosphere in court when the verdict was announced?
3.35 – What was the reaction of the courtroom?
4.24 – Where does this story begin?
7.11 – Did the Dispatches doc set the stage for the investigation?
8.02 – What was Russell Brand on trial for?
8.41 – Who were the complainants?
10.48 – How did Russell Brand respond in court?
13.19 – What happens to Russell Brand next?
14:45 – What are the reactions to the verdict?
18:00 – Did the legacy of #MeToo have an impact on this trial?
