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In a recent interview on the podcast Pod Force One, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick described Jeffrey Epstein as “the greatest blackmailer ever,” basing this claim largely on his personal observations from when he lived next to Epstein. He says Epstein showed him and his wife the “massage room” inside his townhouse, claiming he got massages “every day” — a detail Lutnick interpreted as suggestive of a blackmail mechanism involving filmed encounters. He further speculated that Epstein may have traded such footage with authorities or influential individuals to secure lenient legal outcomes, pointing to Epstein’s unusually favorable plea deal in 2008 as possible evidence of bargaining with powerful figures.Lutnick also implicated Epstein’s high-profile associates, suggesting they either participated in or turned a blind eye to the alleged blackmail scheme. He asserted that Epstein’s modus operandi involved offering massages that he assumed were videotaped, and that these recordings could have been used as leverage against elites.   At the same time, Lutnick acknowledges he has no direct proof of such extortion, framing much of his claim as assumption grounded in his own impressions and suspicions.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Exclusive | Howard Lutnick calls ex-neighbor Jeffrey Epstein 'greatest blackmailer ever'Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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Harvard might get most of the heat for cozying up to Jeffrey Epstein, but the truth is they weren’t the only ones. Yale and other elite universities had no problem taking his money either, despite his reputation being no secret. These schools, the so-called moral authorities of the nation, were happy to look the other way because Epstein gave them access to wealth, prestige, and connections they craved. They didn’t care about ethics or victims—they cared about the checks clearing and the glow of being tied to “high society.” They polished up his image, let him act like a respected patron of science and learning, and in doing so, helped him regain legitimacy after his first arrest.Now they play dumb, acting shocked and appalled, pretending they didn’t know who he was. But it’s a performance. These universities weren’t fooled—they were complicit. Harvard, Yale, Princeton, all of them chased Epstein’s money, banking on silence and prestige to protect them. And the worst part is, they only “review” donor policies after they’ve been caught, not when it mattered. The mask is off now, and the hypocrisy of the Ivy League is plain as day: they weren’t just negligent, they were partners in giving Epstein cover.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein’s 2003 birthday album signed by three former Yale professors - Yale Daily NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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Jeffrey Epstein’s relationship with Les Wexner, the longtime CEO of L Brands and the architect of Victoria’s Secret’s rise, was a slow-acting poison that ultimately helped unravel both the man and the brand. Epstein gained extraordinary control over Wexner’s finances in the 1990s, wielding power that allowed him to cultivate influence far beyond what his background should have permitted. By embedding himself so deeply in Wexner’s inner circle and finances, Epstein’s presence tainted Wexner’s empire. When Epstein’s predatory behavior and sex trafficking network came to light, questions inevitably turned to how he had managed to accumulate such wealth and power. Wexner’s long-standing ties to him made it impossible to avoid scrutiny, and the public began to see Victoria’s Secret not only as a lingerie company but as part of a much darker web of manipulation and exploitation.The damage didn’t stop at Wexner’s personal reputation. Victoria’s Secret, once a symbol of glamour and unattainable beauty standards, began to collapse under mounting scandals and changing cultural tides. Epstein’s alleged use of Victoria’s Secret branding to lure and groom young women into his orbit cast an especially damning shadow over the company. As survivors and investigators pointed out these links, the brand’s image of empowerment and fantasy shattered, accelerating its decline in an already shifting retail landscape. Wexner ultimately stepped down from L Brands, leaving behind a legacy forever stained by his association with Epstein. The downfall of both the mogul and his lingerie empire was not simply about changing tastes—it was about exposure, complicity, and the corrosive impact of having Epstein at the center of power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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Jeffrey Epstein’s relationship with Les Wexner, the longtime CEO of L Brands and the architect of Victoria’s Secret’s rise, was a slow-acting poison that ultimately helped unravel both the man and the brand. Epstein gained extraordinary control over Wexner’s finances in the 1990s, wielding power that allowed him to cultivate influence far beyond what his background should have permitted. By embedding himself so deeply in Wexner’s inner circle and finances, Epstein’s presence tainted Wexner’s empire. When Epstein’s predatory behavior and sex trafficking network came to light, questions inevitably turned to how he had managed to accumulate such wealth and power. Wexner’s long-standing ties to him made it impossible to avoid scrutiny, and the public began to see Victoria’s Secret not only as a lingerie company but as part of a much darker web of manipulation and exploitation.The damage didn’t stop at Wexner’s personal reputation. Victoria’s Secret, once a symbol of glamour and unattainable beauty standards, began to collapse under mounting scandals and changing cultural tides. Epstein’s alleged use of Victoria’s Secret branding to lure and groom young women into his orbit cast an especially damning shadow over the company. As survivors and investigators pointed out these links, the brand’s image of empowerment and fantasy shattered, accelerating its decline in an already shifting retail landscape. Wexner ultimately stepped down from L Brands, leaving behind a legacy forever stained by his association with Epstein. The downfall of both the mogul and his lingerie empire was not simply about changing tastes—it was about exposure, complicity, and the corrosive impact of having Epstein at the center of power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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Jeffrey Epstein’s relationship with Les Wexner, the longtime CEO of L Brands and the architect of Victoria’s Secret’s rise, was a slow-acting poison that ultimately helped unravel both the man and the brand. Epstein gained extraordinary control over Wexner’s finances in the 1990s, wielding power that allowed him to cultivate influence far beyond what his background should have permitted. By embedding himself so deeply in Wexner’s inner circle and finances, Epstein’s presence tainted Wexner’s empire. When Epstein’s predatory behavior and sex trafficking network came to light, questions inevitably turned to how he had managed to accumulate such wealth and power. Wexner’s long-standing ties to him made it impossible to avoid scrutiny, and the public began to see Victoria’s Secret not only as a lingerie company but as part of a much darker web of manipulation and exploitation.The damage didn’t stop at Wexner’s personal reputation. Victoria’s Secret, once a symbol of glamour and unattainable beauty standards, began to collapse under mounting scandals and changing cultural tides. Epstein’s alleged use of Victoria’s Secret branding to lure and groom young women into his orbit cast an especially damning shadow over the company. As survivors and investigators pointed out these links, the brand’s image of empowerment and fantasy shattered, accelerating its decline in an already shifting retail landscape. Wexner ultimately stepped down from L Brands, leaving behind a legacy forever stained by his association with Epstein. The downfall of both the mogul and his lingerie empire was not simply about changing tastes—it was about exposure, complicity, and the corrosive impact of having Epstein at the center of power.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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In December 2010, Prince Andrew was photographed taking a casual stroll through New York’s Central Park alongside Jeffrey Epstein—just days after Epstein had completed a 13-month jail sentence for soliciting sex from a minor. The image, captured by a paparazzo and later published globally, showed the Duke of York walking shoulder-to-shoulder with a convicted sex offender, deep in conversation. The timing of the meeting and the relaxed nature of their interaction sent shockwaves through Buckingham Palace and ignited a public firestorm, as it contradicted any attempt to downplay the depth of Andrew’s relationship with Epstein. Far from a mere social encounter, this post-prison rendezvous strongly implied that Andrew maintained ties with Epstein even after his crimes were widely known.The photograph became a defining symbol of the scandal surrounding Prince Andrew, undercutting any narrative that he had distanced himself from Epstein after the latter’s conviction. The optics were damning: a senior member of the British royal family publicly associating with a man now globally recognized as a serial predator. What made it even more damaging was that the meeting wasn’t a brief, unavoidable encounter—it reportedly took place over several days, during a stay at Epstein’s $77 million Manhattan townhouse. That visit, combined with the Central Park stroll, cemented suspicions that Andrew either underestimated the gravity of Epstein’s crimes or simply didn’t care, both of which would later contribute to his disastrous BBC Newsnight interview and eventual withdrawal from royal duties.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/jeffrey-epstein-wanted-park-pic-28051494Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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Streaming services played an outsized role in rekindling public interest and scrutiny in the Jeffrey Epstein case by making documentaries about his life, network, and crimes widely accessible. Projects like Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich on Netflix showcased survivors’ stories alongside investigative reporting, exposing the broader systems of power and complicity that helped shield Epstein from accountability.  Other streaming platforms similarly offered exposés—such as Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein? on Hulu and Prince Andrew, Maxwell & Epstein on Discovery+/Prime Video—which helped sustain media momentum, push archival material into public view, and keep pressure on law enforcement and institutions tied to Epstein.The cultural influence of these streaming documentaries also amplified the voices of survivors and shifted public discourse, creating renewed demand for transparency and legal accountability. For example, Surviving Jeffrey Epstein on Lifetime reportedly triggered a 34 % jump in calls to a U.S. sexual‐assault hotline, showing how media exposure mobilized public attention to issues of sexual abuse and institutional failure.   In many ways, streaming allowed the Epstein story to transcend news cycles—embedding it into ongoing popular awareness and pressuring institutions and legal actors to respond more aggressively.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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After Jeffrey Epstein’s arrest and death in 2019, authorities faced significant challenges in tracking down Ghislaine Maxwell, who had vanished from public view. She moved carefully through a series of locations, reportedly relying on intermediaries, cash transactions, and burner phones to avoid detection. Investigators said she shifted between luxury properties in the U.S. and abroad, with speculation placing her in France, the U.K., and even remote hideouts. The combination of her financial resources, international connections, and knowledge of how to operate discreetly made her pursuit uniquely difficult for law enforcement.Ultimately, it took nearly a year of coordinated investigative work to locate her. The FBI relied on financial records, cell phone data, and surveillance of close associates to zero in on her whereabouts. In July 2020, agents raided a secluded New Hampshire estate where she had been living under the radar, using a fake name to purchase the property through an LLC. The level of secrecy—fortified gates, high-tech security, and minimal outside contact—reflected her determination to remain hidden. For authorities, the difficulty in tracking Maxwell underscored both her resourcefulness and the depth of her ties to elite networks that had shielded her for so long.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

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