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We'll start the show on a positive note with our biggest winner (3:30), Michael Wilson! He had a huge game, but we can't say the same for our biggest loser Sam Darnold. We also break out the Worryometer (7:10) on Lamar Jackson, Quinshon Judkins, Ladd McConkey and a few others ... News and notes (16:30) with updates on injuries to key players. Then we take an early look at the waiver wire (23:00) and get to more winners (23:55) including Tetairoa McMillan and Deebo Samuel and losers (31:00) including every Chargers player, Joe Flacco and Rome Odunze ... Recapping each game with our Fantasy thoughts (42:00) ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In December 2024, LaTroya Grayson filed a $15 million lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging that she was drugged and sexually assaulted at one of his parties in New York City in October 2006. According to the complaint, Grayson's half-sibling won a contest through local radio station KJAMZ, which included an all-expenses-paid trip to New York to attend a "Diddy White Party." Upon arrival, the event had been rebranded as a "Black Party." Grayson claims that after consuming less than two premade drinks at the party, she began to feel unwell and attempted to go to the restroom. Her next memory was waking up at Saint Vincent's Medical Center with no recollection of how she arrived there, noticing her shirt was torn, her underwear missing, and her money stolen. She believes she was drugged, assaulted, and robbed. After returning to Oklahoma, Grayson allegedly received a threatening phone call from an anonymous female, warning her against pursuing any action due to Combs' celebrity status. The lawsuit includes supporting documents such as photos from the party and medical records.Combs' legal team has denied the allegations, stating that he "has never sexually assaulted anyone or engaged in sex trafficking." They emphasize that Grayson admits to having no memory of the events, does not know who was involved, and has never spoken to Combs, labeling her claims as "pure fiction." As of February 2025, Combs remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting trial on separate charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and prostitution, to which he has pleaded not guilty.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:grayson complaint

In December 2024, LaTroya Grayson filed a $15 million lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging that she was drugged and sexually assaulted at one of his parties in New York City in October 2006. According to the complaint, Grayson's half-sibling won a contest through local radio station KJAMZ, which included an all-expenses-paid trip to New York to attend a "Diddy White Party." Upon arrival, the event had been rebranded as a "Black Party." Grayson claims that after consuming less than two premade drinks at the party, she began to feel unwell and attempted to go to the restroom. Her next memory was waking up at Saint Vincent's Medical Center with no recollection of how she arrived there, noticing her shirt was torn, her underwear missing, and her money stolen. She believes she was drugged, assaulted, and robbed. After returning to Oklahoma, Grayson allegedly received a threatening phone call from an anonymous female, warning her against pursuing any action due to Combs' celebrity status. The lawsuit includes supporting documents such as photos from the party and medical records.Combs' legal team has denied the allegations, stating that he "has never sexually assaulted anyone or engaged in sex trafficking." They emphasize that Grayson admits to having no memory of the events, does not know who was involved, and has never spoken to Combs, labeling her claims as "pure fiction." As of February 2025, Combs remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting trial on separate charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and prostitution, to which he has pleaded not guilty.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:grayson complaint

Rob, Nico and Nick discuss Dick Cheney, the dying American zeitgeist, the new food pyramid, the northern lights, Prohibition, Pluribus, erotic fiction, Prince, Nick’s Japan… The post Two Cents Radio: Episode #418 – A Nickel and a Shot of Whiskey appeared first on Too Many Thoughts.

Sitting-in for Thom Hartmann guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd podcast asks that we have to reestablish some sense of shared morality in America. What is worth talking about with our relatives at Thanksgiving? The coalition of corruption and self-dealing has to lose for the sake of the continued future of the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood speaks to Laura about the government's new immigration plans.Under the plans, people who are granted asylum will need to wait 20 years before they can apply to settle permanently. Plus, refugee status will be cut from five year to two-and-a-half years and then regularly reviewed thereafter.Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss the new proposals, plus the ongoing rumours about the Labour leadership.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXdNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O'Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Adam Chowdhury. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

As a special pre-Thanksgiving treat, let's go around the horn on DC sports! Maryland football coach Mike Locksley and Terps insider Jeff Ermann discuss the football and basketball seasons in College Park; Lynnell and Denton look at the state of the Wizards' rebuild; the Nationals got themselves a young pitching coach; Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery checks in for his weekly visit with The Junks; and, in a real treat, we welcome back old friend Steve Czaban to give a history of 106.7 The Fan!

With the Commanders 3-7 heading for Madrid and looking at an early offseason, we hear from former Commanders Jon Jansen, Logan Paulsen, and Anthony Armstrong, former head coach Jay Gruden, and NFL insider Ryan Fowler on the state of the franchise.

A deep dive into the housing affordability trap that has been decades in the making, which Donald Trump is politically playing into; fmr. Gov. Jay Inslee discusses America's leadership vacuum at the annual global climate summit COP30; NJ Gov.-Elect Mikie Sherrill's campaign manager breaks down their decisive win and the lessons Democrats nationwide need to take from it To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rep. Jamie Raskin discusses the ramifications of ongoing battle over the Epstein files; all the reasons why Trump's promise to send $2k checks to some Americans won't happen; the fmr. Director of the CFPB Richard Cordray explains how the Trump administration's destruction of the CFPB harms consumers; why the prosecutions of two people from the top of Trump's enemies list might be hitting a roadblock. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside the unraveling of President Trump's relationship with some Republicans and parts of his MAGA base over the Epstein files; the fmr. Director of the CFPB Richard Cordray explains how the Trump administration's destruction of the CFPB harms consumers; which cities Trump is eyeing next for his ICE immigration crackdown and how local leaders are preparing To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fantasy Baseball Live – November 16, 2025 – 3:00 pmMicrosoft Teams:Segment 1 – Finish up the AL Central Prospects – Out on Wednesday•Kansas City Royals•Minnesota TwinsSegment 2 – News and NotesWhere will they sign?1.Kyle Tucker (OF, CHC, Excel)a.Tim and Rich – both LAD2.Bo Bichette (2B, Tor, VanyerSports)a.Tim – Braves and Rich – Blue Jays3.Cody Bellinger (OF, NYY, Boras)a.Tim – NYY and Rich - Cardinals4.Alex Bregman (3B, Bos, Boras)a.Tim – Tigers and Rich - Phillies 5.Framber Valdez (LHP, Hou, Octagon)a.Tim – Giants and Tim – Red Sox6.Ranger Suarez (LHP, Phi, Boras)a.Tim – Cubs and Rich - Orioles7.Pete Alonso (1B, NYM, Boras)a.Tim – Padres and Rich - Mets8.Kyle Schwarber (DH, Phi, Excel)a.Tim and Rich - Phillies9.Dylan Cease (RHP, SD, Boras)a.Tim – Red Sox and Rich - Cubs10.Munetaka Murakami (3B/1B, NPB, Excel)a.Tim – Mariners and Rich - NYY11.Josh Naylor (1B, Sea, ISE Baseball)a.Tim – Mets and Rich - Angels12.Tatsuya Imai (RHP, NPD, Boras)a.Tim – Blue Jays and Rich - NYYSegment 3 – Fantasy Questions of the NL East – BravesAtlanta Braves1.After 39 drafts in the NFBC, Ronald Acuna's ADP is 9.87 (10th pick). Two knee surgeries in three years, and he stole 9 bases in 95 games in 2025. He's still a great player, but is he worth the 10th overall pick in a draft?a.Tim says no.2.Austin Riley hit 36 home runs in 2022, 37 in 2023. Then, 19 in 2024 and 16 last season. He was hurt, but still played in 102 games in 2025. Over/Under 30 home runs for Austin Riley in 2026? - Overa.The bat speed and exit velocities still appear intact – 92.3 MPH exit velo.b.His ADP is 68 or the fifth round. Does that feel about right or too high, too low?i.Tim - Too low, but you're going to pass and wait on third base.3.I've been down on Ozzie Albies for several years, as I didn't believe in the power. He just doesn't hit the ball hard and gets his home run power through leverage. His speed has fallen now, with just 14 stolen bases (44th percentile in sprint speed).a.2026 stat line – HR, SB, and BA – 17 HR, 13 SB, .245b.His ADP is 158 or 11th round – ninth overall second baseman. Is there value there?4.If you had an early NFBC draft and hold, who would you draft as their closer?a.Joe Jimenez and Grant Holmes5.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)a.Hurston WaldrepClose

Listen to the best interviews from the week on WFAN, including Marlon Wayans, Jay Leno, Brian Baldinger, Connor Hughes, Joe Benigno and Nick Bickall.

As a special pre-Thanksgiving treat, let's go around the horn on DC sports! Maryland football coach Mike Locksley and Terps insider Jeff Ermann discuss the football and basketball seasons in College Park; Lynnell and Denton look at the state of the Wizards' rebuild; the Nationals got themselves a young pitching coach; Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery checks in for his weekly visit with The Junks; and, in a real treat, we welcome back old friend Steve Czaban to give a history of 106.7 The Fan!

With the Commanders 3-7 heading for Madrid and looking at an early offseason, we hear from former Commanders Jon Jansen, Logan Paulsen, and Anthony Armstrong, former head coach Jay Gruden, and NFL insider Ryan Fowler on the state of the franchise.

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In the aftermath of another chaotic political week, the illusion of control around the Epstein scandal is collapsing. The same figures who once strutted with confidence now look frantic, sweating through their defenses as newly exposed emails and shifting alliances expose cracks in the narrative. What was once spun as strategy has curdled into panic—raw, unfiltered fear from people who know the truth is getting too close. Their sudden demand for a new “investigation” isn't a pursuit of justice; it's an act of self-preservation, a last-ditch effort to stall the release of the files and prevent the flood from breaking through the dam. If there were nothing to hide, transparency would have happened years ago.Instead, we're watching a system in its death throes—loyalists turning on each other, excuses being manufactured in real time, and political theater rebranded as leadership. But silence has an expiration date, and the louder the denials become, the more obvious the fear behind them is. When the truth finally detonates, it won't spare anyone: not the politicians, not the billionaires, not the media, and certainly not the man clawing at the controls while the stage collapses under his feet. The reckoning isn't theoretical anymore—it's approaching, fast, and the footsteps are getting louder.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In a move widely criticized as politically motivated and structurally compromised, former SEC chairman Jay Clayton—who previously worked closely with Apollo Global Management, the private-equity firm led for decades by Jeffrey Epstein associate Leon Black—was appointed to oversee an investigation into Epstein's alleged ties to Donald Trump's political adversaries. Critics argue that placing someone so closely connected to a firm entangled in Epstein's financial orbit fundamentally undermines the credibility of the inquiry. While the announcement was framed as a push for transparency, the decision raised immediate concerns about conflicts of interest and selective scrutiny. Observers note that when Trump publicly demanded investigations into his opponents, he conspicuously avoided referencing Black or Les Wexner, another figure long linked to Epstein, fueling allegations that the appointment was designed to protect insiders rather than expose them.The broader controversy highlights what many see as a calculated effort to contain the fallout from newly surfaced Epstein-related communications that could implicate individuals across both political parties. Rather than pursuing a comprehensive accounting, the administration's strategy appears focused on limiting exposure and reframing the narrative toward partisan targets. Survivors of Epstein's abuse and their advocates have expressed frustration that those with direct proximity to Epstein—financially and personally—continue to remain shielded while public attention is redirected. Critics contend that the government's approach resembles damage control rather than a legitimate pursuit of justice, reinforcing suspicions that political and financial interests, rather than accountability, are driving decisions at the highest levels.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Here's what I predicted would happen back in Feb. 2025:The latest hype surrounding the supposed "Jeffrey Epstein client list" is yet another round of recycled speculation with little substantive backing. While reports claim that U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is reviewing documents that may include names of high-profile individuals, the idea of a singular, definitive "client list" has always been more of a conspiracy-fueled fantasy than a verified reality. Past unsealed documents have revealed connections between Epstein and well-known figures, but nothing has  ever  been  done. The notion that some secret ledger exists, ready to blow open a vast network of elite predators, is more wishful thinking than hard fact. If such a list existed, why hasn't it surfaced in the years of legal battles, document dumps, and investigative reporting?More likely, this "impending release" is another instance of strategic leaks, sensationalism, and political maneuvering meant to stoke public outrage without delivering meaningful justice. Previous Epstein-related releases have been riddled with redactions, context-free name-dropping, and vague associations that fuel more speculation than they resolve. The real issue isn't whether a list exists—it's whether those with actual influence will ever face real consequences. Until we see ironclad evidence, take any breathless claims about a damning "client list" with the skepticism they deserve.Here's what ended up happening:In early 2025, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi publicly suggested that a definitive “Epstein client list” was under review, saying it was “sitting on my desk” and hinting that names of powerful people might be revealed. Over the following months, pressure mounted for the release of a large trove of documents connected to Epstein's sex-trafficking network and possible co-conspirators. But then on July 7, 2025 a two-page memo jointly issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) concluded that “no credible evidence” was found that Epstein maintained a list of high-profile clients or that he engaged in a blackmail scheme against prominent individuals. The memo also reiterated that Epstein died by suicide, rejecting murder theories. At the same time the DOJ stated no further disclosure of records would be appropriate or warranted.Despite that official determination, the reaction was volatile. Many supporters of the claim that a hidden list existed—especially on the right—felt betrayed and accused the administration of a cover-up. At the same time victims, researchers and journalists pointed to the fact that many Epstein-related documents remain sealed or heavily redacted, meaning the public still lacks full transparency into the network he operated. The DOJ's decision not to push further investigations into uncharged third parties fed frustration. Further revelations complicated the matter: a transcript released in August 2025 showed that convicted associate Ghislaine Maxwell told federal officials she was unaware of any such list.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In the majority ruling, the Eleventh Circuit denied Wild's petition for a writ of mandamus, holding that the Crime Victims' Rights Act of 2004 (“CVRA”) does not permit a crime-victim to initiate a freestanding civil lawsuit seeking judicial enforcement of her CVRA rights when no criminal prosecution has been formally commenced against the defendant. The court reasoned that the statute's wording in § 3771(b)(1) ties a court's obligation to “ensure” victims' rights to “any court proceeding involving an offense against a crime victim,” and thus the rights trigger only once a “preexisting proceeding” exists. Because in this matter the federal government never filed charges or otherwise commenced criminal proceedings against Jeffrey Epstein in the relevant jurisdiction and context, the court held the CVRA simply was not triggered and Wild could not enforce her rights via stand-alone litigation.In his dissent, Judge Hull strongly disagreed, arguing that the plain language of §§ 3771(a)(5) and (a)(8) grants victims a “reasonable right to confer with the attorney for the Government” and a “right to be treated with fairness,” and that § 3771(d)(3) explicitly authorizes a motion for relief “if no prosecution is underway”—which, in his view, means the CVRA does create a judicial enforcement mechanism even pre-charge. Hull asserted the majority's interpretation imposes a judicially created requirement—i.e., that an indictment or formal prosecution must be pending—when no such prerequisite appears in the statute's text. He warned that the decision unduly favors wealthy defendants and government actors who avoid formal charges, leaving victims of pre-charge misconduct with no remedy. He would have held that Wild's rights attached pre-charge, were violated, and that she is entitled to seek judicial enforcement.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

From the moment Ghislaine Maxwell was arrested in July 2020, she launched an aggressive series of bail attempts, all of which were rejected by federal judges who consistently found her to be an extreme flight risk. In her first effort, she requested release to home confinement with electronic monitoring, but prosecutors and the court highlighted her dual citizenships, extensive international ties, history of global travel, and large undisclosed financial resources. The court determined that no conditions—no matter how strict—could reasonably ensure that she would appear for trial. In December 2020, Maxwell's legal team escalated their offer with a proposed $28.5 million bail package, secured by properties and supported by family members willing to act as guarantors. She also offered to waive her citizenships and abide by 24-hour armed guard monitoring, but the judge again ruled that her financial reach and international network made her uniquely capable of disappearing if released.Following that failure, Maxwell submitted multiple additional bail requests in early 2021, each one attempting to address prior objections and each one rejected. The court pointed to documented efforts she had made to evade law enforcement, including hiding on a secluded New Hampshire estate and transferring assets through shell accounts, as evidence that she could not be trusted to remain under supervision. Prosecutors emphasized that her wealth was deliberately obscured, her ties to countries that do not extradite were significant, and the allegations against her were extraordinarily serious. Even her appeals to the Second Circuit were denied, affirming the lower court's conclusion that she posed a flight risk that no bail package could mitigate. Ultimately, her detention remained in place until trial and conviction.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In late July of 2019, Epstein was found injured and semiconscious inside his cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC), with marks around his neck. At the time, the jail and federal authorities reported that surveillance video showing the outside of his cell, during the incident, was missing. Prosecutors initially claimed the footage “no longer exists,” citing a clerical error or administrative mistake as the deletion reason.  The disappearance of those camera files raised immediate red flags because standard procedure for such a high-profile inmate would have required preservation of all surveillance around the time of a suspected self-harm event. Instead the footage was lost, never formally produced, and the explanation offered was that it was deleted inadvertently — not as a scheduled or justified destruction.The fact that the video was not preserved, and no credible technical reason was publicly validated for its deletion, fed the swirl of suspicion and conspiracy around Epstein's treatment and eventual death. The failure to maintain that footage — or to provide an unbroken chain of custody or explanation for the loss — meant that one of the key pieces of physical evidence that might have explained what “really” happened during the first incident was simply unavailable. The missing video segment became a glaring hole in the official narrative, undermining procedural transparency and giving critics a tangible reason to doubt the government's account of what happened that night.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Steve Mnuchin's ties to Jean-Luc Brunel surfaced when public corporate records showed Mnuchin listed as the official “state point of contact” for Next Management Corporation, the U.S. entity founded by Brunel and his brother in 1988. The designation placed Mnuchin on paperwork connected to Brunel's modeling empire — the same empire later accused of funneling underage girls to Jeffrey Epstein. Mnuchin's office publicly distanced him from the connection, claiming he had no memory of meeting Brunel, no involvement with the company, and no explanation for why his name appeared on the documents. But the linkage remains one of the many odd, unresolved overlaps in the Epstein network where powerful figures appear on paperwork nobody seems eager to explain.Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly acknowledged that he flew twice on Jeffrey Epstein's private jet. He said the first flight was in 1993 when he was traveling to Florida with his wife and two children, and the second occurred on another occasion when he was joined by his wife and four children going to South Dakota “to go fossil hunting”. He asserted these trips took place about thirty years ago, before Epstein's criminal conduct was widely known, and insisted he was never alone with Epstein.  Kennedy emphasized that his participation was incidental and familial in nature—he described the flights as carrying his family on leisure or research-oriented outings, not as part of any ongoing relationship with Epstein. He also called for full transparency around Epstein's network and urged that the “high-level political people” involved in Epstein's activities be subject to public disclosure.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In December 2024, LaTroya Grayson filed a $15 million lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging that she was drugged and sexually assaulted at one of his parties in New York City in October 2006. According to the complaint, Grayson's half-sibling won a contest through local radio station KJAMZ, which included an all-expenses-paid trip to New York to attend a "Diddy White Party." Upon arrival, the event had been rebranded as a "Black Party." Grayson claims that after consuming less than two premade drinks at the party, she began to feel unwell and attempted to go to the restroom. Her next memory was waking up at Saint Vincent's Medical Center with no recollection of how she arrived there, noticing her shirt was torn, her underwear missing, and her money stolen. She believes she was drugged, assaulted, and robbed. After returning to Oklahoma, Grayson allegedly received a threatening phone call from an anonymous female, warning her against pursuing any action due to Combs' celebrity status. The lawsuit includes supporting documents such as photos from the party and medical records.Combs' legal team has denied the allegations, stating that he "has never sexually assaulted anyone or engaged in sex trafficking." They emphasize that Grayson admits to having no memory of the events, does not know who was involved, and has never spoken to Combs, labeling her claims as "pure fiction." As of February 2025, Combs remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting trial on separate charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and prostitution, to which he has pleaded not guilty.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:grayson complaint

In her deposition on March 15, 2010, Ross was questioned extensively about her relationship with Epstein and individuals in his orbit, including the role of recruiting young women for massages and possible sexual contact. She was asked whether she ever used the term “massage” as a euphemism, whether she personally arranged for young women (including minors) to meet Epstein, and whether she benefited financially or materially from such arrangements. Ross repeatedly invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination when asked substantive questions about her own conduct in connection with Epstein's sexual-abuse network, declining to answer many questions about the details of her involvement.Ross was also asked about her knowledge of Epstein's associates and activities, including whether she was aware of certain flights, properties, and contacts used by Epstein's organization for transporting, lodging or grooming associates. The deposition records show that many of these questions were met with silence or non-responses, as Ross declined to answer on advice of counsel or invoked the Fifth. The lack of direct testimony from Ross thus left significant gaps in the civil case's ability to pin down the full details of her role.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

In December 2024, LaTroya Grayson filed a $15 million lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging that she was drugged and sexually assaulted at one of his parties in New York City in October 2006. According to the complaint, Grayson's half-sibling won a contest through local radio station KJAMZ, which included an all-expenses-paid trip to New York to attend a "Diddy White Party." Upon arrival, the event had been rebranded as a "Black Party." Grayson claims that after consuming less than two premade drinks at the party, she began to feel unwell and attempted to go to the restroom. Her next memory was waking up at Saint Vincent's Medical Center with no recollection of how she arrived there, noticing her shirt was torn, her underwear missing, and her money stolen. She believes she was drugged, assaulted, and robbed. After returning to Oklahoma, Grayson allegedly received a threatening phone call from an anonymous female, warning her against pursuing any action due to Combs' celebrity status. The lawsuit includes supporting documents such as photos from the party and medical records.Combs' legal team has denied the allegations, stating that he "has never sexually assaulted anyone or engaged in sex trafficking." They emphasize that Grayson admits to having no memory of the events, does not know who was involved, and has never spoken to Combs, labeling her claims as "pure fiction." As of February 2025, Combs remains incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting trial on separate charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and prostitution, to which he has pleaded not guilty.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:grayson complaint

Tackling The Mafia And Dangers of Informants: Retired FBI Agent Speaks. Special Episode. “This is a part of FBI work the public almost never sees,” Vinton explains. “When you're Tackling The Mafia And the Dangers of Informants, you're operating in a world where loyalty is a currency, and betrayal can cost lives or careers.” Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. In a powerful Special Episode now streaming on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and most every major Podcast platform, retired FBI agent and author Tom Vinton offers a rare, firsthand look into the world of organized crime, dangerous informants, and the internal risks faced by federal investigators. Promoted across Facebook, Instagram, and other News outlets, the episode takes listeners deep into the heart of New York's most violent Mafia crime families, and into the shadows where informants and agents walk a thin line between justice and treachery. Inside the Mafia Wars of the 1980s The episode dives into the turbulent 1980s, a decade defined by upheaval within the Gambino Crime Family, from the Crime Boss's leadership to his shocking 1985 assassination and the meteoric rise of another Boss. Vinton recalls the era as one marked by international heroin trafficking, brutal territorial battles, and the historic Mafia Commission Trial, which took aim at the leadership of all five New York Mafia families. Tackling The Mafia And Dangers of Informants: Retired FBI Agent Speaks. Special Episode. Look for supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin . “The Commission Trial was a seismic shift,” Vinton says. “For the first time, the FBI could expose how the families cooperated, organized, and profited. It changed the direction of organized crime investigations forever.” The Perils of Informants: “A Necessary Evil” Vinton's book, Sanctioned Treachery: Portrait of a Drug Informant, becomes a centerpiece of the episode. Based on his decades-long career investigating organized crime and supervising the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, the novel brings to life the dangerous dance between agents and the informants they rely on. “Informants are both indispensable and incredibly risky,” Vinton notes. “Some agents have had their careers destroyed, or even ended up in jail, because they trusted the wrong person.” Tackling The Mafia And Dangers of Informants: Retired FBI Agent Speaks. Available for free on their website and streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. The book follows fictional FBI agent Eddie Michaels and his informant Alonzo “King” Curtis, a charismatic but ruthless operator whose moral compass is as fluid as the criminal underworld he moves through. Drawing on real-life cases, Vinton reveals how informants can both solve major crimes and simultaneously jeopardize investigations, or the agents themselves. “This could have happened,” Vinton says plainly. “Some of it did.” A Career Built on Crime-Fighting and Storytelling Tom Vinton's own story is as compelling as the cases he describes. Born in New Rochelle and a graduate of Holy Cross, he served as a Marine Corps infantry officer before joining the FBI. His assignments took him ultimately to New York, where he supervised massive organized crime and drug investigations. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. After retiring from the Bureau, Vinton became Deputy Commissioner of the Westchester County Police and launched a consulting business. But writing remained a passion. Tackling The Mafia And Dangers of Informants. “A professor once told me that writing would serve me no matter what career I chose,” Vinton recalls. “He was right. These stories needed to be told.” Originally published in 2005, Sanctioned Treachery was lost when the publisher went bankrupt. Now updated, re-edited, and released, it's earning renewed praise. One early review called it “a grand thriller… an exciting breath-holding adventure disguised as fiction.” How the FBI Fights Organized Crime Throughout the episode, Vinton breaks down how the FBI tackles criminal enterprises, not just individuals, using tools like: Undercover operations Court-authorized wiretaps and surveillance Asset forfeiture Informants and cooperating witnesses Inter-agency task forces RICO statutes “The goal is to dismantle the entire infrastructure of a criminal organization,” Vinton says. “Not just arrest a few people. We target the enterprise, its money, its leadership, its operations.” Tackling The Mafia And Dangers of Informants: Retired FBI Agent Speaks. Special Episode. The full podcast episode is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. A Must-Listen Episode for True Crime Fans For those interested in the FBI, Mafia history, or the high-stakes world of criminal informants, this Special Episode delivers unmatched insight. “It's a reminder,” Vinton says, “that the line between justice and danger is thinner than the public ever realizes.” Listeners can tune in on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and most every major Podcast platform and follow updates on Facebook, Instagram, and other major News outlets. You can find the show on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn, as well as read companion articles and updates on Medium, Blogspot, YouTube, and even IMDB. 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Send us a textThis week,We kick things off with a look at GO Wild: Nagasaki, sharing our impressions of the event & how it sets the stage for this weekend's GO Wild Global.Next, we roll into our PGO Catchup, diving into the Enchanted Hollow event—spawns, wins, frustrations, and everything in between. Then it's time for another checkpoint on the Road to Level 80, where each of the lads shares their current progress, XP strategies, struggles, and whether the grind is finally starting to bite… or pay off.In The News – Part 1, we break down the newly announced Season STDs (Save The Dates) and the reveal of December Community Day 2025—what we think, what we expect, and what it means for the close of the year.Then Milo hosts a chaotic round of Play Your Dex Right, putting Ian and Mark through hell of guessing whether a Pokémon is to the left or right of the other, before we jump into WhatsApp Messages from listeners.The News – Part 2 covers Final Justice including event bonuses, rewards, and whether Niantic stuck the landing and Gift of Appreciation!We wrap, as always, with Shinies of the Week, featuring YOUR sparkly catches!The Gaming BlenderWe mash genres. We pitch games. You question our sanity.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind us on Niantic Campfire: CLICK MESend us a voice message on WhatsApp: +44 7592695696Email us: contact@incensedpodcast.comIf you'd like to buy merch, you can find us by clicking HERE for U.K. store, HERE for U.S. Oceana store or copy this link: https://incensedpodcast.myspreadshop.net/ for U.K. store or this link: https://incensed-podcast.myspreadshop.com/ for U.S. Oceana store!Hosted By: PoGoMiloUK, Ian Waterfall & Masterful 27. Produced & Edited By: Ian Waterfall & PoGoMiloUK. Administrators: HermesNinja & IAMP1RU5.Pokémon is Copyright Gamefreak, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company 2001-2016All names owned and trademarked by Nintendo, Niantic, The Pokémon Company, and Gamefreak are property of their respective owners.

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“Send us a Hey Now!”It's an off week before we head to Vegas so this week we decided to take a look at a season that has a few things in common with this season.The 2007 season saw McLaren end up with two number one drivers who battled each other for the title whilst also trying to fend off a driver from another team!Sound familiar?We look at a number of other things that took place that year as there was a LOT of talking points that came up that season.Episode running order as always is...1) News & SocialAll the best bits from both the sports news out there as well as what caught our eye on the various social channels2) Brian's Video Vault        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQiOzFTKIAQ. Unearth Your Greatness | Adrian Newey on the Craft of Racecar Design. Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team. 11 mins. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us0dyphXd4Q. Formula One star Valtteri Bottas earns honourary Aussie title https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0Ni12Up0F8. Lando Norris Behind the Scenes at Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqI6bs75v7Q. Working Nine to Drive | Episode 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15InCiOeH20&t=346s. Cadillac F1 Team First Ever Test! Checo Perez Driving a Ferrari SF-23 at Imola Circuithttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjN0lz0SySw. Every Time the Halo Saved a Drivers Life…. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJuKqOQBDhs. LIVE: Crazy Sao Paulo Grand Prix Drivers' Parade! 3) 2007: A Race OdysseyA Vale's tales style lookback at the 2007 seasonThe two videos we reference:https://youtu.be/zVE6HCHgUuI?si=Wv6tceL53DFJUkgV Crash 300 KPH - Robert Kubica - Grand Prix Canadá - Formula 1 - 2007https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wAsVO4YiFU F1 Indy 2007 GP USA Fernando Alonso Vs Lewis Hamilton!4) Las Vegas PreviewIt's going to be a race week again so we preview the race in Vegas.Support the showWe would love you to join our Discord server so use this invite link to join us https://discord.gg/XCyemDdzGB To sign up to our newsletter then follow this link https://dirty-side-digest.beehiiv.com/subscribeIf you would like to sign up for the 100 Seconds of DRS then drop us an email stating your time zone to dirtysideofthetrack@gmail.comAlso please like, follow, and share our content on Threads, X, BlueSky, Facebook, & Instagram, links to which can be found on our website.One last call to arms is that if you do listen along and like us then first of all thanks, but secondly could we ask that you leave a review and a 5 star rating - please & thanks!If you would like to help the Dirty Side promote the show then we are now on Buy me a coffee where 100% of anything we get will get pumped into advertising the show https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dirtysideofthetrackDirty Side of the Track is hosted on Buzzsprout https://www.buzzsprout.com/

After Jeffrey Epstein's first arrest in 2008 on charges involving solicitation of a minor, he managed to escape serious consequences through an extraordinary plea agreement negotiated with federal prosecutors in Florida. Instead of facing federal sex-trafficking charges that could have resulted in decades behind bars, Epstein received an exceptionally lenient 13-month sentence in county jail—one that allowed him a controversial “work-release” privilege, enabling him to leave the facility for up to 12 hours a day, six days a week. The non-prosecution agreement also granted immunity to unnamed “co-conspirators,” shielding his network from accountability. The arrangement was conducted with secrecy so severe that it violated the Crime Victims' Rights Act, leaving survivors uninformed and stunned when the deal surfaced years later. It quickly became viewed as one of the most disturbing examples of preferential treatment ever afforded to a wealthy defendant.Even more alarming, multiple investigations later alleged that Epstein continued abusing underage girls even during his so-called incarceration, exploiting the freedoms granted under the work-release program. Reports asserted that he received visits from young women brought to his office while under state supervision, behavior witnesses described as continuing his sexual exploitation pipeline almost uninterrupted. Instead of being monitored closely, Epstein was allowed to travel extensively, meet with associates, conduct business, and maintain access to wealth, influence, and resources. His ability to continue predatory conduct while supposedly punished exposed the profound failure—and possible corruption—of the justice system tasked with restraining him, ultimately setting the stage for another decade of alleged abuse before his final arrest in 2019.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

After Jeffrey Epstein was arrested, his financial network and influence didn't collapse—in fact, many of his money channels remained active and parts of his wealth stayed in demand. Banks and service providers continued handling large sums connected to him even when his reputation had become toxic. Reports surfaced showing that litigation and investigations revealed he had hundreds of millions in assets, multiple bank accounts, and a network of offshore vehicles that were still being managed or utilised. Some wealthy clients and institutions apparently accepted exposure to his funds because the prestige, access, or investment potential outweighed the reputational risk. Epstein's business and social apparatus, though under scrutiny, proved resilient—his name still carried weight in some elite financial circles despite everything stacked against him.Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell—his long-time associate—allegedly kept clandestine lines of contact with him, even while he was under arrest or legal threat. Email records and internal correspondence published later suggested that Maxwell and Epstein exchanged messages about strategy, legal exposure, finances, and social-network management, indicating she remained involved behind the scenes. Although she publicly distanced herself from his criminal activities, the evidence points to her operating quietly—handling logistics, maintaining joint accounts, and performing coordination work that kept his sphere intact. Her role appears to have shifted from visible socialite to shadow operator, preserving their connection and helping sustain elements of his empire when open ties would have drawn too much attention.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Stacey Plaskett has been exposed in newly released emails showing she was actively messaging Jeffrey Epstein during a congressional hearing, a revelation that detonated her carefully crafted public image as a defender of justice. Despite long-standing knowledge of Epstein's reputation as a trafficker and blackmail broker for the powerful, Plaskett not only took his money, but fought to keep it until political pressure left her no escape route. Survivors have accused her of enabling Epstein's network, yet the political establishment responded with silence and excuse-making, revealing a system that protects itself rather than victims. Her downfall has become a symbol of the deep, bipartisan rot that allowed Epstein to exist in the first place, and her scrambling defenders expose how quickly principles evaporate when careers are threatened.The scandal isn't an isolated accident or a partisan attack—it is a flashing red warning sign that the corruption surrounding Epstein was never limited to one party or one figure, but woven into the fabric of power itself. If the public is expected to demand accountability from Donald Trump, Prince Andrew, Bill Gates, and every other elite linked to Epstein, then Stacey Plaskett cannot receive a pass because she wears the right jersey. Her refusal to resign, the establishment's sudden amnesia, and the survivors' continued fight all underscore the same truth: the age of selective outrage is over, and consequences can no longer be optional. The reckoning has arrived, and there is no spinning, silencing, or burying this one.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Enough is enough. The American people have been dragged through years of lies, manipulation, half-truths, and theatrical promises about the Epstein files. We were told transparency was coming — day one, they said. We were promised sunlight, subpoenas, answers, justice. Instead, what we got was political theater, influencer photo-ops, redactions thicker than concrete, and a bipartisan effort to bury the truth deeper than Epstein's body ever went. Every excuse in the book has been thrown at us: investigations are ongoing, national security, sensitive information, legal complexities, timing issues — you name it. Meanwhile, the survivors grow older, the criminals grow richer, and the public grows angrier. At a certain point, the game becomes obvious: they are not stalling because of process, they're stalling because of panic.And now, the line has been drawn. It is no longer a request — it is a demand. Release the files. All of them. No more curated leaks, no more “phase one,” no more political puppetry. The country deserves every page, every email, every black book entry, every flight log, every deposition, unredacted and unfiltered. The world is watching a government terrified of its own reflection, terrified of the names that will shatter the illusion of integrity. Justice delayed is justice denied, and justice in the Epstein case has been delayed for decades. If our leaders can't handle the truth, then step aside and let someone who can. The survivors deserve closure. The public deserves honesty. The system deserves cleansing. Enough is enough — release the files and let the chips fall where they may.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In her deposition on March 15, 2010, Ross was questioned extensively about her relationship with Epstein and individuals in his orbit, including the role of recruiting young women for massages and possible sexual contact. She was asked whether she ever used the term “massage” as a euphemism, whether she personally arranged for young women (including minors) to meet Epstein, and whether she benefited financially or materially from such arrangements. Ross repeatedly invoked her Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination when asked substantive questions about her own conduct in connection with Epstein's sexual-abuse network, declining to answer many questions about the details of her involvement.Ross was also asked about her knowledge of Epstein's associates and activities, including whether she was aware of certain flights, properties, and contacts used by Epstein's organization for transporting, lodging or grooming associates. The deposition records show that many of these questions were met with silence or non-responses, as Ross declined to answer on advice of counsel or invoked the Fifth. The lack of direct testimony from Ross thus left significant gaps in the civil case's ability to pin down the full details of her role.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In late 2019, Prince Andrew publicly stated that he was “willing to help any appropriate law-enforcement agency” in relation to Epstein's criminal activities. However, on 27 January 2020 the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York announced that the prince had provided “zero cooperation” to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) despite repeated requests to interview him as part of the investigation.Since then, although at times Prince Andrew has asserted he remains open to cooperating, U.S. investigators maintain he has not voluntarily submitted to interview or question-and-answer sessions regarding the Epstein network.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In a fact-finding report released by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in January 2020, conducted by the law firm Goodwin Procter LLP, it was found that Epstein donated a total of about $850,000 to MIT between 2002 and 2017, with approximately $225,000 going directly to Lloyd. The report concluded that Lloyd “purposefully failed to inform MIT” that Epstein—a convicted sex offender—was the source of certain donations in 2012 and that Lloyd allowed the gifts to be processed through administrators without formal discussion or full vetting. The report also stated that Lloyd accepted a personal gift of around $60,000 from Epstein in 2005 or 2006, deposited to his personal bank account and not reported to MIT.Lloyd publicly rejected key aspects of the report. He stated that the accusations were “completely false” and maintained that MIT administrators “knew that the donor was Epstein and fully approved the donation with this knowledge.” He also said he did not concede any breach of professional duty despite the report's language implying he did. Lloyd pointed to email evidence showing MIT staff's direct acknowledgment of Epstein's donation.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

For years, Prince Andrew acted like the high-flying royal who couldn't see the minefield he was walking into: cozying up with ­Jeffrey Epstein, showing up in dubious photographs, giving an infamous 2019 BBC interview that looked more like a clown show than a credible defence (including his claim to have been at Pizza Express while accusations rained down). Ultimately his behavior came across as shamelessly indifferent, tone-deaf, and foolish—he didn't just stumble; he waltzed through the wreckage.Then everything collapsed. The monarchy pulled the plug: he relinquished titles, had military honours stripped, was told to leave his royal residence, and in late 2025 he was formally stripped of his “Prince” title and other styles, becoming simply Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. These aren't small demotions—they mark the end of his public roles and any real stature in the institution he once embodied. He gambled his privilege, association, and reputation—and lost it all.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Ghislaine Maxwell, longtime associate and accomplice of Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested by the FBI on July 2, 2020, in Bradford, New Hampshire, after months of evading authorities following Epstein's death in federal custody. Prosecutors charged her with multiple federal counts, including enticement of minors, sex trafficking, and perjury related to her role in grooming and recruiting underage girls for Epstein's abuse. The indictment alleged that Maxwell not only arranged travel and logistics for Epstein's victims but also participated directly in the abuse, using her social status and charm to win the trust of vulnerable girls before delivering them into Epstein's orbit.After her arrest, Maxwell was denied bail several times due to concerns that she posed an extreme flight risk, supported by evidence of wealth, international connections, and multiple passports. She was held at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn under intense supervision, a reflection of the public scrutiny and outrage following Epstein's suspicious death. The case against Maxwell marked a major shift in the Epstein scandal, representing the first time someone so closely tied to Epstein was formally held accountable and signaling that survivors and the public might finally see some measure of justice in a case long plagued by secrecy and power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

A federal indictment unsealed in July 2019 revealed that Jeffrey Epstein had operated a sprawling sex-trafficking enterprise between 2002 and 2005 and had not acted alone. According to prosecutors, Epstein had worked with a network of employees, associates, and others who had helped recruit and groom underage girls for exploitation. The report stated that four women who had been granted immunity under a 2008 plea deal approved by then-U.S. attorney Alexander Acosta were believed to have assisted Epstein in obtaining victims for himself and for other powerful men. At the time, the indictment reignited criticism of the controversial non-prosecution agreement and raised questions about how many people had helped maintain Epstein's operation behind the scenes.Psychiatrist Alan Manevitz told reporters that psychological factors may have played a role in explaining how some women became complicit, suggesting possibilities ranging from sociopathy to trauma-bonding dynamics such as Stockholm syndrome. Manevitz emphasized that while these theories did not excuse any behavior, they offered context for understanding how coercion and manipulation could have transformed victims into participants under Epstein's control. The article portrayed the situation as a complex web of power, exploitation, and psychological domination that had enabled Epstein to operate for years with systematic assistance.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Breaking down all the important revelations from the Jeffrey Epstein email release; Chris Matthews discusses his new book ‘Lessons from Bobby: Ten Reasons Robert F. Kennedy Still Matters'; Dr. Zeke Emanuel describes what the end of Obamacare subsidies means for tens of millions of Americans; breaking down the state of the Democratic Party To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A former federal judge appointed by President Reagan explains why he's resigning from a lifetime appointment in order to speak out against Trump's assault on the rule of law; why the tactics we are now seeing ICE use is a warning that the worst is yet to come; what the American people can expect now that Trump has admitted his tariffs don't work. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA), the ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, breaks down the bombshell revelations inside the trove of Jeffrey Epstein documents his committee just released; where things stand in the southern hemisphere as the United States creeps closer to military action with Venezuela, Dr. Zeke Emanuel describes what the end of Obamacare subsidies means for tens of millions of Americans; Ashley Hope Pérez discusses her book ‘The Knife and the Butterfly' in this week's Velshi Banned Book Club. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a move widely criticized as politically motivated and structurally compromised, former SEC chairman Jay Clayton—who previously worked closely with Apollo Global Management, the private-equity firm led for decades by Jeffrey Epstein associate Leon Black—was appointed to oversee an investigation into Epstein's alleged ties to Donald Trump's political adversaries. Critics argue that placing someone so closely connected to a firm entangled in Epstein's financial orbit fundamentally undermines the credibility of the inquiry. While the announcement was framed as a push for transparency, the decision raised immediate concerns about conflicts of interest and selective scrutiny. Observers note that when Trump publicly demanded investigations into his opponents, he conspicuously avoided referencing Black or Les Wexner, another figure long linked to Epstein, fueling allegations that the appointment was designed to protect insiders rather than expose them.The broader controversy highlights what many see as a calculated effort to contain the fallout from newly surfaced Epstein-related communications that could implicate individuals across both political parties. Rather than pursuing a comprehensive accounting, the administration's strategy appears focused on limiting exposure and reframing the narrative toward partisan targets. Survivors of Epstein's abuse and their advocates have expressed frustration that those with direct proximity to Epstein—financially and personally—continue to remain shielded while public attention is redirected. Critics contend that the government's approach resembles damage control rather than a legitimate pursuit of justice, reinforcing suspicions that political and financial interests, rather than accountability, are driving decisions at the highest levels.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In the aftermath of another chaotic political week, the illusion of control around the Epstein scandal is collapsing. The same figures who once strutted with confidence now look frantic, sweating through their defenses as newly exposed emails and shifting alliances expose cracks in the narrative. What was once spun as strategy has curdled into panic—raw, unfiltered fear from people who know the truth is getting too close. Their sudden demand for a new “investigation” isn't a pursuit of justice; it's an act of self-preservation, a last-ditch effort to stall the release of the files and prevent the flood from breaking through the dam. If there were nothing to hide, transparency would have happened years ago.Instead, we're watching a system in its death throes—loyalists turning on each other, excuses being manufactured in real time, and political theater rebranded as leadership. But silence has an expiration date, and the louder the denials become, the more obvious the fear behind them is. When the truth finally detonates, it won't spare anyone: not the politicians, not the billionaires, not the media, and certainly not the man clawing at the controls while the stage collapses under his feet. The reckoning isn't theoretical anymore—it's approaching, fast, and the footsteps are getting louder.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Here's what I predicted would happen back in Feb. 2025:The latest hype surrounding the supposed "Jeffrey Epstein client list" is yet another round of recycled speculation with little substantive backing. While reports claim that U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is reviewing documents that may include names of high-profile individuals, the idea of a singular, definitive "client list" has always been more of a conspiracy-fueled fantasy than a verified reality. Past unsealed documents have revealed connections between Epstein and well-known figures, but nothing has  ever  been  done. The notion that some secret ledger exists, ready to blow open a vast network of elite predators, is more wishful thinking than hard fact. If such a list existed, why hasn't it surfaced in the years of legal battles, document dumps, and investigative reporting?More likely, this "impending release" is another instance of strategic leaks, sensationalism, and political maneuvering meant to stoke public outrage without delivering meaningful justice. Previous Epstein-related releases have been riddled with redactions, context-free name-dropping, and vague associations that fuel more speculation than they resolve. The real issue isn't whether a list exists—it's whether those with actual influence will ever face real consequences. Until we see ironclad evidence, take any breathless claims about a damning "client list" with the skepticism they deserve.Here's what ended up happening:In early 2025, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi publicly suggested that a definitive “Epstein client list” was under review, saying it was “sitting on my desk” and hinting that names of powerful people might be revealed. Over the following months, pressure mounted for the release of a large trove of documents connected to Epstein's sex-trafficking network and possible co-conspirators. But then on July 7, 2025 a two-page memo jointly issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) concluded that “no credible evidence” was found that Epstein maintained a list of high-profile clients or that he engaged in a blackmail scheme against prominent individuals. The memo also reiterated that Epstein died by suicide, rejecting murder theories. At the same time the DOJ stated no further disclosure of records would be appropriate or warranted.Despite that official determination, the reaction was volatile. Many supporters of the claim that a hidden list existed—especially on the right—felt betrayed and accused the administration of a cover-up. At the same time victims, researchers and journalists pointed to the fact that many Epstein-related documents remain sealed or heavily redacted, meaning the public still lacks full transparency into the network he operated. The DOJ's decision not to push further investigations into uncharged third parties fed frustration. Further revelations complicated the matter: a transcript released in August 2025 showed that convicted associate Ghislaine Maxwell told federal officials she was unaware of any such list.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In earlier reporting, much of the media framed the Jeffrey Epstein case largely as fuel for conspiracy theorists. The narrative around his death, the secretive networks, and the alleged “client list” often got labeled as fringe speculation, with the focus on odd memes and internet chatter rather than systemic investigation. The lack of transparency — the sealed records, the unanswered questions about his connections and how he died — created an environment where speculation thrived, and the mainstream coverage treated it as detached from serious journalism.More recently though, the tone has shifted. The piece acknowledges that what was once mostly dismissed as conspiracy talk is now being seen by some outlets as, at minimum, a reflection of genuine institutional failures — gaps in oversight, accountability and transparency that allowed the story to be mishandled or ignored. The reinterpretation means the media is slowly moving from “crazy fringe theory” toward “legitimate unanswered questions,” recognizing that the earlier dismissal may have been premature and that the conditions that spawned those theories often stemmed from real structural problems.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Brad Edwards, the attorney who represented many of Jeffrey Epstein's victims, has often spoken of Courtney Wild as one of the most courageous survivors he's ever known. He called her “an extraordinary person” who refused to be silenced, even when the entire system seemed designed to bury her voice. Wild was one of Epstein's earliest known victims, first identified by law enforcement back in 2005 when she was just a teenager living in Palm Beach. Despite that, she was never informed or consulted about the secret non-prosecution agreement that federal prosecutors granted Epstein in 2008—a deal that not only spared him federal charges but also protected his co-conspirators. Edwards said that what happened to Wild wasn't just an oversight—it was a deliberate betrayal, an intentional violation of the Crime Victims' Rights Act that stripped her of the justice she was entitled to.He has repeatedly described Wild's determination as the backbone of the fight to expose the full scope of Epstein's corruption. It was her lawsuit—Wild v. United States—that forced the government to admit that victims had been deliberately kept in the dark while Epstein and his legal team struck their secret deal behind closed doors. Edwards praised her for standing up not just for herself but for every survivor who was silenced or dismissed. He noted that Wild endured years of retraumatization by the system, yet never gave up on seeking justice, even taking her case all the way to the Supreme Court. For Edwards, Wild became the moral center of the entire Epstein saga—a symbol of resilience in the face of institutional cowardice and proof that the voices of survivors, once ignored, could ultimately force the truth into the light.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In late July of 2019, Epstein was found injured and semiconscious inside his cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC), with marks around his neck. At the time, the jail and federal authorities reported that surveillance video showing the outside of his cell, during the incident, was missing. Prosecutors initially claimed the footage “no longer exists,” citing a clerical error or administrative mistake as the deletion reason.  The disappearance of those camera files raised immediate red flags because standard procedure for such a high-profile inmate would have required preservation of all surveillance around the time of a suspected self-harm event. Instead the footage was lost, never formally produced, and the explanation offered was that it was deleted inadvertently — not as a scheduled or justified destruction.The fact that the video was not preserved, and no credible technical reason was publicly validated for its deletion, fed the swirl of suspicion and conspiracy around Epstein's treatment and eventual death. The failure to maintain that footage — or to provide an unbroken chain of custody or explanation for the loss — meant that one of the key pieces of physical evidence that might have explained what “really” happened during the first incident was simply unavailable. The missing video segment became a glaring hole in the official narrative, undermining procedural transparency and giving critics a tangible reason to doubt the government's account of what happened that night.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.