Trump’s Epstein Problem: The Myth Meets the Files (12/4/25)

In her Washington Post op-ed, Sarah Ransome recounts how surviving Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s trafficking operation did not end with their convictions but instead marked the beginning of another battle: being disbelieved, dismissed, and blamed because she was an adult when she was trafficked. Ransome explains that media coverage often centers on underage victims while overlooking the many women who, like her, were legally adults yet manipulated, coerced, and abused over prolonged periods. She describes the pervasive “gaslighting” she faced from society, friends, family, and authorities who questioned her credibility, branded her with derogatory labels, and minimized the horrors she endured simply because she was not a minor at the time. For years, this skepticism compounded her trauma, making recovery even more difficult and isolating her from support.Ransome also reflects on the catharsis of hearing Ghislaine Maxwell’s shackles at sentencing and finally reading her impact statement in court, which she views as a significant step toward reclaiming her voice and self-worth. She emphasizes that justice remains incomplete while powerful enablers and institutions that allowed Epstein and Maxwell to operate with impunity have not been fully held accountable. Ransome urges broader recognition of all survivors — regardless of age at the time of abuse — and calls for societal change in how adult trafficking victims are understood and supported.to contact me:bobbyapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

19 Tammi 32min

Jeffrey Epstein utilized the high-end art market as a financial fog machine, a place where enormous sums can move with minimal scrutiny and subjective valuations do most of the work. Art provided him a perfect vehicle to park money, shift value, and obscure income because prices are flexible, private sales are common, and provenance questions are often treated as inconveniences rather than red flags. Epstein reportedly bought, sold, and traded expensive artwork through intermediaries and shell structures, allowing him to convert cash into “assets” that could appreciate quietly while remaining largely invisible to tax authorities. Unlike traditional income streams, art transactions often escape standardized reporting, especially when handled through private dealers, offshore entities, or discreet auctions. This allowed Epstein to maintain the appearance of immense wealth without clearly defined revenue sources. Art wasn’t just decoration for Epstein; it was a financial strategy.The art market also helped Epstein reinforce legitimacy while masking criminal proceeds. Hanging valuable works in his homes signaled sophistication and status, making his wealth appear organic rather than suspicious. At the same time, art could be used as collateral, transferred between entities, or quietly sold to generate liquidity without triggering the same scrutiny as financial accounts. This opacity is exactly why art has long been attractive to money launderers, oligarchs, and criminals, and Epstein exploited those weaknesses to the fullest. The lack of transparency benefited not just Epstein, but the institutions and individuals who preferred not to ask hard questions about where his money came from. In this way, the art world functioned as both shield and accomplice, providing Epstein a culturally respectable way to hide income, move value, and maintain the illusion of untouchable wealth.to contact  me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

19 Tammi 38min

From the archives: 11-19-22According to new reports, the family members of the four slain university students are calling on the authorities to be more transparent with their investigation. We are also getting more information about the phone calls that were made to "Jack" by Kaylee and Madison right before their murder. We also hear that Kaylee might have had a stalker, according to Mark Fuhrman.(commercial at 8:11)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11447075/Two-female-Idaho-students-four-killed-phoned-mystery-man-called-Jack-ten-times.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

19 Tammi 12min

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19 Tammi 19min

According to People magazine and sources that they have cultivated, Bryan Kohberger was following not only Madison and Kaylee on instagram, but he was also following Xana as well. Sources say none of xana, madison or kaylee followed him back.(commercial at 7:24)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger followed 3 female victims on Instagram before stabbings, report claims | Fox NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

19 Tammi 13min

From the archives: 1-13-23In a court filing made by Bryan Kohberger's legal team, they are requesting that a whole host of evidence/information to be given to them as part of discovery.In this episode, we take a closer look at some of the requests made by the defense about evidence collected by the authorities and some of the language that was used by Kohberger's lawyer in the document.(commercial at 9:04)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger Requests Info on 'Co-Defendant' in Idaho Murder Case | Inside EditionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

18 Tammi 13min

In his interview with the DOJ Office of the Inspector General, Alex Acosta repeatedly framed the 2007–2008 Epstein non-prosecution agreement as a constrained, pragmatic decision made under pressure rather than a deliberate act of favoritism. He told inspectors that Epstein’s defense team, stacked with politically connected and aggressive lawyers, created what he described as a credible threat of a federal indictment collapse if prosecutors pushed too hard. Acosta emphasized that his office believed securing some conviction at the state level was better than risking none at all, and he claimed he was focused on avoiding a scenario where Epstein walked entirely. Throughout the interview, Acosta leaned heavily on the idea that the deal was the product of risk assessment, limited evidence, and internal prosecutorial judgment rather than corruption or improper influence, repeatedly asserting that he acted in good faith.At the same time, the OIG interview exposed glaring gaps and evasions in Acosta’s account, particularly regarding victims’ rights and transparency. He acknowledged that victims were not informed about the existence or finalization of the NPA, but attempted to downplay this as a procedural failure rather than a substantive violation of the Crime Victims’ Rights Act. Acosta also distanced himself from the unusual secrecy of the agreement, suggesting that others in his office handled victim communications and specific drafting decisions. Most damaging, however, was his inability to offer a coherent justification for why Epstein received terms so extraordinary that they effectively shut down federal accountability altogether. The interview left the unmistakable impression of a former U.S. Attorney attempting to launder an indefensible outcome through bureaucratic language, while avoiding responsibility for a deal that insulated Epstein and his network from meaningful scrutiny for more than a decade.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:EFTA00009229.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

18 Tammi 11min

In his interview with the DOJ Office of the Inspector General, Alex Acosta repeatedly framed the 2007–2008 Epstein non-prosecution agreement as a constrained, pragmatic decision made under pressure rather than a deliberate act of favoritism. He told inspectors that Epstein’s defense team, stacked with politically connected and aggressive lawyers, created what he described as a credible threat of a federal indictment collapse if prosecutors pushed too hard. Acosta emphasized that his office believed securing some conviction at the state level was better than risking none at all, and he claimed he was focused on avoiding a scenario where Epstein walked entirely. Throughout the interview, Acosta leaned heavily on the idea that the deal was the product of risk assessment, limited evidence, and internal prosecutorial judgment rather than corruption or improper influence, repeatedly asserting that he acted in good faith.At the same time, the OIG interview exposed glaring gaps and evasions in Acosta’s account, particularly regarding victims’ rights and transparency. He acknowledged that victims were not informed about the existence or finalization of the NPA, but attempted to downplay this as a procedural failure rather than a substantive violation of the Crime Victims’ Rights Act. Acosta also distanced himself from the unusual secrecy of the agreement, suggesting that others in his office handled victim communications and specific drafting decisions. Most damaging, however, was his inability to offer a coherent justification for why Epstein received terms so extraordinary that they effectively shut down federal accountability altogether. The interview left the unmistakable impression of a former U.S. Attorney attempting to launder an indefensible outcome through bureaucratic language, while avoiding responsibility for a deal that insulated Epstein and his network from meaningful scrutiny for more than a decade.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:EFTA00009229.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

18 Tammi 15min