Mega Edition: Bill Richardson And The Long Epstein Shadow Cast Over New Mexico (11/14/25)

In June 2022, Ghislaine Maxwell was sentenced in federal court in New York to 20 years in prison and ordered to pay a $750,000 fine for her pivotal role in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation. Judge Alison J. Nathan underscored that Maxwell was not being punished as a proxy for Epstein, but for her own criminal actions, which included recruiting, grooming, and facilitating the sexual abuse of underage girls—some as young as 14. During the hearing, several survivors delivered powerful victim impact statements, emphasizing how Maxwell’s betrayal compounded their trauma. In response, Maxwell offered a brief apology, stating, “To you, all the victims… I am sorry for the pain that you experienced,” though many observers noted her overall lack of genuine remorse.She had previously sought a sentencing variance below the advisory guidelines—which ranged from 292 to 365 months—but the court rejected those efforts, citing the gravity of her involvement and the evidence presented at trial. The sentence reflected the maximum penalty under federal law, highlighting the court’s intent to ensure accountability.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 39min

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein have demanded accountability from the FBI and DOJ, accusing them of protecting wealthy and powerful figures at the expense of victims. They argue that federal agencies ignored or minimized their complaints for years, withheld crucial documents, and deliberately suppressed evidence that could have exposed Epstein’s broader network of accomplices. Some survivors described feeling “treated like pawns,” while others accused the government of choosing to shield Epstein’s influential friends rather than pursue justice.The calls for accountability have taken multiple forms: lawsuits against the federal government for negligence, public testimony, and pleas for Congress to force the release of long-buried files. Survivors argue that the agencies’ mishandling of the case is not incompetence but deliberate protection of entrenched power. They insist that until the full truth is disclosed, and those who enabled Epstein face consequences, the FBI and DOJ cannot be trusted to deliver justice.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein Victim Maria FarmerDemands FBI Investigate Its Failure to Stop Him (thedailybeast.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 30min

Julie K. Brown, the investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, not only reignited the Jeffrey Epstein case by exposing the sweetheart non-prosecution agreement in Florida but also turned her spotlight to Epstein’s Caribbean operations. In a 2023 Miami Herald piece titled “U.S. Virgin Islands cozied up to Jeffrey Epstein. Now they’re profiting from his sex crimes,” Brown detailed how Epstein benefited from deep ties to the territory’s institutions—securing lavish tax breaks and beneficial financial dealings through shell companies like Southern Trust. Her reporting underscored how USVI authorities, including those in positions of power, either overlooked or enabled Epstein’s operations, which later came under legal scrutiny through lawsuits and settlements.In the piece, Brown argued that the USVI not only allowed Epstein to operate with little interference but later positioned itself to collect financial benefits through penalties and settlements after his death. This framing suggested that the government was both complicit in allowing the criminal enterprise to flourish and opportunistic in profiting from its collapse. The article sparked strong pushback, including from the University of the Virgin Islands, which issued a public response disputing some of the claims. The controversy reflected the tension between investigative reporting that sought to highlight systemic failures and local institutions that rejected the characterization of their role.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:U.S. Virgin Islands profiting from Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes | Miami HeraldBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 50min

In early 2020, Ghislaine Maxwell filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Virgin Islands Superior Court seeking the reimbursement of legal fees, security, and relocation costs from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein. In response, the government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI), led by then‑Attorney General Denise George, filed a motion to intervene in both the Maxwell lawsuit and the estate’s probate proceedings. The USVI argued that it had a direct interest in the estate’s assets due to its ongoing enforcement action under the territory’s Criminally Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (CICO) Act—a legal framework aimed at recovering assets linked to Epstein’s sex trafficking operation. By intervening, the USVI sought to protect its interest in ensuring that estate funds would remain available to satisfy potential judgments in its own case against Epstein's estate.The Superior Court ultimately denied the USVI’s motion to intervene under Rule 24 of the Virgin Islands Rules of Civil Procedure, determining that the territory lacked standing to intervene as an involved party in the probate matter. The court advised that the USVI instead pursue its claims by filing as a claimant under probate statutes, which would allow it to assert its legal rights within the proper procedural framework. The USVI appealed the decision, arguing that its interest as a CICO plaintiff warranted direct participation in the proceedings.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 34min

The U.S. Virgin Islands became a central player in the aftermath of Jeffrey Epstein’s death because of his properties there, most notably Little St. James. Under Attorney General Denise George, the USVI invoked its Criminally Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (CICO) Act to place liens on Epstein’s estate, effectively freezing assets tied to his criminal enterprise. These liens were designed to ensure that money and property could not be moved or dissipated before victims received compensation. George also opposed efforts by the estate to push through a victim compensation fund that included broad legal releases shielding Epstein’s co-conspirators, arguing such maneuvers were a way to protect his network rather than provide accountability.The estate’s co-executors, Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, fought to have these liens removed, claiming they were overly broad, interfered with probate, and restricted the estate’s ability to pay expenses or liquidate assets to fund victim settlements. Their position was that not every encumbered asset was directly tied to Epstein’s crimes, and therefore the government had overstepped in freezing so much of the estate. The USVI resisted, holding that the liens were necessary to prevent further shielding of Epstein’s co-conspirators and to guarantee victims would see justice. The clash underscored the tension between the estate’s desire to control the narrative and finances, and the USVI’s insistence on accountability and redress for those harmed.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 24min

Ian Maxwell’s comments about the conditions his sister Ghislaine faces in prison are nothing more than a carefully staged sympathy campaign, designed to distract from the fact that she is where she belongs. He’s repeatedly painted her as some sort of political prisoner, lamenting the food, the environment, or the treatment she receives, as if Ghislaine is the only inmate in America who has to endure the realities of incarceration. But let’s be clear: prison isn’t supposed to be comfortable. Ian’s insistence on portraying her as a victim of inhumane treatment is insulting—not only to the survivors whose lives were shattered by her actions, but also to the countless prisoners who endure far worse without a chorus of wealthy siblings rushing to the press to plead their case.The hypocrisy in Ian Maxwell’s remarks is staggering. He downplays the role his sister played in Epstein’s crimes, recasting her as a scapegoat while obsessing over her conditions instead of the conditions she created for young girls trafficked into Epstein’s orbit. By centering her discomfort rather than the lifelong trauma inflicted on survivors, Ian exposes the same arrogance and elitism that defined the Maxwell family for decades. His commentary is not about justice or fairness—it’s about reputation management, narrative control, and the continued refusal to acknowledge Ghislaine’s responsibility. In short, his complaints are nothing more than an attempt to humanize the inhumane.To contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://apnews.com/article/ghislaine-maxwell-entertainment-europe-crime-manhattan-b57a661c95234034644654b47119ea81Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 23min

Ghislaine Maxwell has publicly claimed that her “biggest regret” in life was meeting Jeffrey Epstein, a statement that reeks of self-pity rather than accountability. By framing her downfall as the product of a bad relationship, Maxwell attempts to recast herself as another victim of Epstein’s manipulation, rather than his indispensable partner in crime. This narrative is a calculated dodge: she wasn’t some naïve bystander who stumbled into his orbit, she was a recruiter, a fixer, and an enabler who helped systematize his abuse. For her to act as if Epstein simply ruined her life with his presence insults the intelligence of the public and, more importantly, the pain of the survivors who lived through what she orchestrated.The reality is that Maxwell’s regret isn’t about Epstein—it’s about getting caught. Her words drip with the entitlement of someone who still can’t admit the true scope of her actions. She lived in luxury, maintained power and influence, and preyed upon young girls with full awareness of what she was doing. Now, with her reputation shattered, she wants to rewrite her story as one of tragic misjudgment, as if the problem was Epstein alone and not the deliberate choices she made alongside him. Survivors aren’t interested in her crocodile tears; they want the truth acknowledged and responsibility taken. Maxwell’s “biggest regret” isn’t a confession—it’s just another layer of manipulation.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1683885/ghislaine-maxwell-interview-prince-andrew-jeffrey-epstein-sptBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

31 Aug 16min

The United States Virgin Islands and their lawsuit against JP Morgan continues to make its way through the system and we continue to get tidbits of information as new court filings are filed and new hearings are held. In this episode, we hear about four of the people caught up in the JP Morgan lawsuit, Thomas Pritzker, Sergey Brin, Michael Ovitz and Mort Zuckerman and where things might go from here. to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:JP Morgan, Jeffrey Epstein: Google founder, former Disney exec to get subpoenas (cnbc.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

30 Aug 12min