Who is Luigi Mangione and what’s he accused of?
The Mangione Trial18 Helmi 2025

Who is Luigi Mangione and what’s he accused of?

This is the podcast that takes a step back to unpick and understand this story, and we'll also be bringing you news updates.

Accused of murder, Luigi Mangione’s case went viral. Jordan Dunbar presents a timeline of events, and with the help of guests Terri Austin and Joel Finkelstein, he examines the response to what happened. Brian Thompson was a father of two and in December 2024 he was shot dead on the streets of New York, America’s biggest city. He left behind a shattered, grieving family. He was CEO of UnitedHealthcare, the largest health insurer in the United States. The Mangione Trial podcast unpicks the conspiracies around Luigi Mangione and considers the facts. The reaction to the murder of Brian Thompson and his suspected killer has been unprecedented. We will look at how such a shocking case set social media alight. Luigi Mangione denies the charges he faces. If you want to watch this podcast, it is also available on the BBC World Service's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/p-TntofsVfY

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Luigi Mangione admits killing healthcare boss

Luigi Mangione admits killing healthcare boss

Luigi Mangione appears in federal court to plead guilty to killing health insurance CEO Brian Thompson. Jordan Dunbar has the latest developments after a last minute hearing was called in New York. W...

14 Elo 18min

How a murder case fuelled a culture war

How a murder case fuelled a culture war

Since the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the case against Luigi Mangione has become about more than just the evidence that will be tested in court. Across politics, social media and ...

11 Elo 27min

Brand new episodes launch ahead of trial

Brand new episodes launch ahead of trial

Jordan Dunbar will be back with new episodes dropping from tomorrow leading up to trial, looking at issues surrounding the Luigi Mangione case.

10 Elo 1min

The Tupac Trial - from Fame Under Fire

The Tupac Trial - from Fame Under Fire

Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur was fatally shot on the Las Vegas Strip, Nevada prosecutors are preparing for the trial of the only person ever charged in connection with the rapper’s death. Duan...

6 Elo 25min

Mangione won’t face death penalty

Mangione won’t face death penalty

Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty if convicted of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a federal judge has ruled. US District Judge Margaret Garnett dismissed the federal firear...

30 Tammi 21min

Court update: The battle over evidence

Court update: The battle over evidence

A marathon three weeks of pre-trial hearing has just ended in Luigi Mangione’s New York state trial - what have we learnt?The defence have been arguing over what evidence should be kept out of the upc...

19 Joulu 202520min

Court update: Mangione terror charges dropped

Court update: Mangione terror charges dropped

This is the podcast that takes a step back to unpick and understand this story, and we'll also be bringing you news updates. A judge in New York state has dismissed two terrorism charges against Lui...

16 Syys 202511min

Politics and appearance: Mangione's supporters explained

Politics and appearance: Mangione's supporters explained

A deep dive into the supporters of Luigi Mangione, featuring some exclusive new data, and considering how this case might be influencing US social attitudes to political violence. BBC World Service Di...

14 Touko 202527min

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