Racing the Clock: Inside DOJ’s Scramble to Release the Epstein Files (12/19/25)

Guzel Ganieva, a former Russian model, accused billionaire Leon Black of sexual abuse, coercion, and defamation stemming from a relationship that began in 2008. She alleged that Black raped her in 2014, engaged in “sadistic sexual acts,” and forced her into signing a nondisclosure agreement under duress to keep her silent. Ganieva claimed that Black used his wealth and power to control her and made payments to maintain her silence. Black denied all wrongdoing, describing the relationship as consensual and accusing Ganieva of extortion. The lawsuit gained national attention due to Black’s high-profile status as co-founder of Apollo Global Management and his financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein.In March 2023, Ganieva fired her legal team, Wigdor LLP, citing an “irrevocable breakdown” in their attorney-client relationship and moved to represent herself. A New York State Supreme Court judge later granted Wigdor’s request to withdraw. In May 2023, a judge dismissed Ganieva’s defamation claims, ruling that the nondisclosure agreement she signed — and accepted $9.5 million from — barred her case and that she had ratified the deal by taking its benefits. Ganieva appealed, but courts have continued to uphold the dismissal. Black later sued both Ganieva and her former law firm for malicious prosecution, alleging reputational damage, and while parts of that countersuit were dismissed, other claims were allowed to proceed.to contact me:bobbyapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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In June 2023, JPMorgan Chase agreed to pay $290 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by victims of Jeffrey Epstein, who accused the bank of enabling and profiting from his sex trafficking network. The lawsuit alleged that JPMorgan knowingly ignored numerous red flags — including large cash withdrawals, suspicious payments, and Epstein’s prior criminal conviction — in order to retain his lucrative business. Victims claimed the bank’s failure to act made it complicit in sustaining Epstein’s operation. The settlement, which did not include an admission of wrongdoing, was approved by U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff, marking one of the largest payouts ever by a financial institution tied to a human trafficking case.However, the deal faced backlash from 17 state attorneys general, including those from New Mexico, California, and the District of Columbia, who objected to the language of the settlement. They argued that its release terms were overly broad and could prevent state governments from pursuing future legal claims related to Epstein or other trafficking cases involving JPMorgan. The attorneys general warned that the agreement could unintentionally shield the bank from government enforcement actions under state or federal anti-trafficking laws. Despite their objections, Judge Rakoff ultimately approved the settlement, ruling that the release language did not infringe on the sovereign enforcement rights of states and that the agreement was fair, reasonable, and in the best interest of the victims.to contact  me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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The parents of Kaylee Goncalves and the family of Xana Kernodle both made comments during an interview with 48 hours that is set to hit the airwaves on Saturday night about the upcoming trial of Bryan Kohberger.The Goncalves have been very vocal throughout the investigation about accountability and there steadfast desire to see justice served and they have not moved from that stance one single inch since.In this episode, we hear from the parents of Kaylee Goncalves and we also hear form Xana Kernodle's sister.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Father of Kaylee Goncalves, one of four murdered University of Idaho students, says there is evidence his daughter fought back - CBS NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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From the archives: 5-24-23The news surrounding the trial of Bryan Kohberger and the investigation into the murders in Moscow continues to evolve at quick pace. With the recent grand jury news and then the indictment on all five counts that came in the aftermath, there has been plenty to try and keep up with.In this episode, we take a look at several different headlines, including the filing of the tort notice.(commercial at 9:06)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Idaho college murders update: Bryan Kohberger alleged victims’ families prepare to sue Moscow university | The IndependentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Buzzfeed reached out to People Magazine about the comment made by the owner of the Mad Greek about Bryan Kohberger allegedly going there for lunch at least twice. According to the owner of the Mad Greek, the reporting by People is nothing more than a lie. People however disputes this and they are standing firmly behind their reporting.So, who should we believe? Let's dive in and take a look!(commercial at 8:57)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:People Said It Stands By Its Reporting That The Idaho Stabbings Suspect Ordered Pizza From The Restaurant Where Two Of The Victims Worked Even Though The Restaurant Owner Called The Story "Completely Fabricated" (msn.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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From the archives: 5-19-23Steve Goncalves, the father of Kaylee Goncalves, gave an interview to news nation recently where he discussed the upcoming arraignment of Bryan Kohberger and what the plan for the the Goncalves family will be come trial day. He also touched on some of the other families and how he has been in contact with them as the court date approaches and he expressed his thanks to the surviving housemates for the information they have provided to the police.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Kaylee Goncalves’ father thanks roommates who survived Idaho murders for helping in Bryan Kohberger case | The IndependentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Liza Gardner’s lawsuit, filed in November 2023 under New York’s Adult Survivors Act, alleges that in 1990 she was sexually assaulted by Sean “Diddy” Combs and singer Aaron Hall when she was 16 years old. According to her complaint, Gardner attended an event hosted by MCA Records, where she and a friend were given drinks and then invited to an after-party at Hall’s apartment. She claims Combs coerced her into having sex with him, then as she was dressing, Hall entered the room, pinned her down, and forced her to have sex with him too. She also asserts that in the days following the assault, Combs came to her home, beat and choked her until she lost consciousness.In her amended complaint, Gardner emphasizes that she was a minor at the time—under New York’s age of consent in 1990—and contends that she could not legally consent to drinking alcohol with the accused. She further alleges that the sexual assault left her with lasting psychological harm, including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and difficulty forming relationships.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.njd.551633.42.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Liza Gardner’s lawsuit, filed in November 2023 under New York’s Adult Survivors Act, alleges that in 1990 she was sexually assaulted by Sean “Diddy” Combs and singer Aaron Hall when she was 16 years old. According to her complaint, Gardner attended an event hosted by MCA Records, where she and a friend were given drinks and then invited to an after-party at Hall’s apartment. She claims Combs coerced her into having sex with him, then as she was dressing, Hall entered the room, pinned her down, and forced her to have sex with him too. She also asserts that in the days following the assault, Combs came to her home, beat and choked her until she lost consciousness.In her amended complaint, Gardner emphasizes that she was a minor at the time—under New York’s age of consent in 1990—and contends that she could not legally consent to drinking alcohol with the accused. She further alleges that the sexual assault left her with lasting psychological harm, including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and difficulty forming relationships.to  contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:gov.uscourts.njd.551633.42.0.pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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