In Their Own Words: Sarah Ransome Deposition From The Maxwell/Virginia Lawsuit (Part 1-2) (12/19/25)
Sarah Ransome’s deposition offers a disturbing account of her exploitation by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. She described being lured to New York under false pretenses and quickly forced into a world of manipulation and abuse. Ransome testified to being coerced into group sexual acts, including one incident involving a well-known attorney. She recounted life on Epstein’s private island and inside his New York mansion as being tightly controlled and openly sexual, where young women were “lent out” to powerful men and Maxwell ran the properties like a brothel. She spoke of being subjected to weight demands, emotionally broken down, and even attempting to escape by swimming away—only to be caught and returned.Ransome also claimed Epstein kept extensive flight logs, took photos and videos of sexual encounters, and may have used them as leverage over high-profile associates. However, her credibility was later challenged after she sent emails alleging the existence of sex tapes involving major political and business figures—claims she later admitted were fabricated in a desperate attempt to draw attention to her situation. She expressed remorse for those statements and acknowledged that they were false. Still, her deposition remains one of the most revealing inside views of how Epstein’s trafficking operation functioned—highlighting both the calculated cruelty of the system and the lasting psychological toll it inflicted on its victims.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:DE 701-1 — Sarah Ransome depo - DocumentCloudBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
20 Dec 30min
Geoffrey Berman And The Rumors That Swirled On His Departure From The SDNY
Geoffrey Berman’s exit as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York in June 2020 unfolded amid unusual public tension with the Justice Department and immediately raised red flags. Attorney General William Barr first announced that Berman was stepping down, only for Berman to respond that he had not resigned and intended to remain in office until a Senate-confirmed successor was appointed. The standoff drew national attention because of how rare it is for a sitting U.S. attorney to openly challenge an attorney general’s authority. After several days of public back-and-forth, Berman ultimately agreed to leave once assurances were made that his deputy would assume the role, preserving continuity within the office. The episode was widely viewed as extraordinary and politically fraught. It underscored the sensitivity surrounding the Southern District of New York, long known for its independence and willingness to pursue powerful figures. Berman’s departure immediately prompted questions about what pressures may have been at play behind the scenes.Those questions intensified because Berman’s office had overseen the federal prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein in 2019, one of the most explosive criminal cases in decades. Although no definitive evidence has emerged showing that the Epstein case directly caused Berman’s removal, the timing and context fueled speculation that ongoing or potential investigations connected to Epstein may have made the SDNY leadership inconvenient. Observers noted that Epstein’s death in federal custody, unresolved questions about co-conspirators, and the political sensitivity of the case all loomed over the office at the time. Lawmakers and legal analysts questioned whether the attempt to remove Berman was part of a broader effort to exert control over an office handling politically dangerous matters. The Justice Department denied any improper motive, insisting the move was administrative. Still, the circumstances left lingering doubts. For many critics, Berman’s exit became another chapter in the broader controversy surrounding Epstein and the institutions tasked with delivering accountability.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
20 Dec 16min
Jeffrey Epstein And The Townhouse He Rented From The State Department
In the early 1990s, specifically from 1992 to 1995, Jeffrey Epstein leased a former Iranian diplomatic townhouse at 34 East 69th Street in Manhattan—property that the U.S. State Department had taken over after diplomatic relations with Iran ended. He paid $15,000 per month for the lease, and at some point sublet it to attorney Ivan Fisher and others. The State Department later sued Epstein, alleging he had violated the lease terms by subletting without permission and failed to make proper rent payments, ultimately seeking to evict him.This arrangement has drawn attention because, at the same time Epstein was building his reputation as a financial advisor and philanthropist, he leveraged government-leased real estate to house his associates. The legal case underscores a pattern of Epstein navigating institutional systems—from government leases to elite circles—often stretching or disregarding the rules while maintaining a facade of legitimacy.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/rosiegray/jeffrey-epstein-state-departmentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
20 Dec 14min
The Epstein Estate And The USVI Come To Terms On The CICO Suit
In late 2022, the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) reached a landmark settlement with the estate of Jeffrey Epstein to resolve its civil racketeering claims under the territory’s Criminally Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (CICO), which is similar to a RICO statute. The government, led by then-Attorney General Denise George, had argued that Epstein’s estate and associated entities used his properties and corporate structures in the territory as tools in a criminal enterprise that enabled sex trafficking, sexual servitude, and fraud. Under the settlement, the estate agreed to pay $105 million in cash and turn over half of the proceeds from the sale of Little St. James — Epstein’s infamous private island where many crimes allegedly occurred — to the USVI. The agreement also included payment of roughly $450,000 for environmental remediation on another Epstein-owned island, and the estate pledged to wind down operations in the territory and provide documents to assist ongoing investigations. No admission of liability was made by the estate or its co-executors.As part of the settlement framework, the USVI government earmarked proceeds to benefit survivors and the territory more broadly. Funds from the island sale were designated for a trust to support local victims of sexual abuse, trafficking, and misconduct, as well as for counseling, advocacy, law enforcement, and public safety programs. The settlement also required the return of more than $80 million in economic development tax benefits that Epstein’s companies had allegedly fraudulently obtained to fuel his enterprise. While the deal brought one major chapter of litigation to a close, some observers noted that it concluded without full discovery or depositions that might have further exposed details of Epstein’s network and enablers — a point of lingering frustration among critics despite the financial restitution achieved.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
20 Dec 11min
Mark Epstein And His Narrative About His Brothers Demise
Mark Epstein has consistently argued that the official account of his brother Jeffrey Epstein’s death in federal custody is inadequate and incomplete, repeatedly calling for a far more robust, independent investigation. He has publicly questioned the findings of the New York City medical examiner, emphasizing that the determination of suicide was not unanimous and that at least one prominent forensic pathologist concluded the injuries were more consistent with homicide. Mark Epstein has also pointed to the extraordinary number of failures at the Metropolitan Correctional Center on the night of Jeffrey Epstein’s death, including malfunctioning cameras, guards who allegedly fell asleep, and lapses in required welfare checks. In his view, these breakdowns were too numerous and consequential to be dismissed as mere coincidence. He has stressed that his concerns are not rooted in defending his brother’s crimes, but in establishing what actually happened in a federal facility that was supposed to be under constant supervision. For Mark Epstein, unanswered questions surrounding the death undermine public trust in the justice system. He has maintained that transparency, not closure, should be the priority.Beyond disputing the medical and custodial conclusions, Mark Epstein has repeatedly criticized the scope and depth of the federal response, arguing that investigations have focused more on ending scrutiny than resolving contradictions. He has called for a fully independent inquiry with subpoena power, one that examines not only the immediate circumstances of the death but also potential external pressures, conflicts of interest, and institutional incentives to avoid embarrassment or liability. Mark Epstein has also questioned why no senior officials faced serious consequences despite the acknowledged failures at MCC, framing this lack of accountability as emblematic of a broader reluctance to confront uncomfortable truths. He has stated that without a comprehensive investigation, suspicions will persist regardless of official statements or reports. His continued advocacy reflects a belief that the case has been prematurely closed rather than thoroughly resolved. In his view, the handling of his brother’s death represents a missed opportunity for institutional reckoning. Until those gaps are addressed, Mark Epstein has said, the public will be left with doubt rather than facts.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
19 Dec 15min
Trump and Epstein: What the New York Times Revealed About Their Real Relationship (Part 3) (12/19/25)
The New York Times has reported that Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein shared a much closer relationship in the late 1980s through the 1990s and early 2000s than Trump has publicly acknowledged. According to the Times, Epstein described Trump as his “best friend,” and the two socialized frequently at parties, spoke often by phone, and were part of the same high-society circles, particularly bonding over women. Epstein’s former employees told the Times that Trump often discussed sex with him rather than business, and Epstein was described as Trump’s “most reliable wingman” in that era. While Trump has denied involvement in Epstein’s criminal conduct, the Times cited newly released emails and interviews suggesting Trump was aware of Epstein’s sexual abuse of girls, though no evidence has surfaced that Trump was directly involved in those crimes.The reporting also highlighted specific incidents and firsthand accounts that paint a picture of their social interactions: Epstein introduced several women to Trump, including at least one who was a minor at the time, and an email referenced Epstein “giving” Trump a 20-year-old woman. Former employees recounted Trump sending modeling cards to Epstein “like a menu,” and one woman’s story described Epstein directing her to social events where Trump was present. Although Trump and Epstein’s friendship reportedly soured by the mid-2000s, and Trump has repeatedly sought to distance himself from Epstein—saying they had a falling-out long before Epstein’s legal troubles—the Times reporting underscores a deeper and more personal connection than Trump has acknowledged.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/us/jeffrey-epstein-donald-trump.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
19 Dec 24min
Trump and Epstein: What the New York Times Revealed About Their Real Relationship (Part 2) (12/19/25)
The New York Times has reported that Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein shared a much closer relationship in the late 1980s through the 1990s and early 2000s than Trump has publicly acknowledged. According to the Times, Epstein described Trump as his “best friend,” and the two socialized frequently at parties, spoke often by phone, and were part of the same high-society circles, particularly bonding over women. Epstein’s former employees told the Times that Trump often discussed sex with him rather than business, and Epstein was described as Trump’s “most reliable wingman” in that era. While Trump has denied involvement in Epstein’s criminal conduct, the Times cited newly released emails and interviews suggesting Trump was aware of Epstein’s sexual abuse of girls, though no evidence has surfaced that Trump was directly involved in those crimes.The reporting also highlighted specific incidents and firsthand accounts that paint a picture of their social interactions: Epstein introduced several women to Trump, including at least one who was a minor at the time, and an email referenced Epstein “giving” Trump a 20-year-old woman. Former employees recounted Trump sending modeling cards to Epstein “like a menu,” and one woman’s story described Epstein directing her to social events where Trump was present. Although Trump and Epstein’s friendship reportedly soured by the mid-2000s, and Trump has repeatedly sought to distance himself from Epstein—saying they had a falling-out long before Epstein’s legal troubles—the Times reporting underscores a deeper and more personal connection than Trump has acknowledged.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/us/jeffrey-epstein-donald-trump.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
19 Dec 18min
Trump and Epstein: What the New York Times Revealed About Their Real Relationship (Part 1) (12/19/25)
The New York Times has reported that Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein shared a much closer relationship in the late 1980s through the 1990s and early 2000s than Trump has publicly acknowledged. According to the Times, Epstein described Trump as his “best friend,” and the two socialized frequently at parties, spoke often by phone, and were part of the same high-society circles, particularly bonding over women. Epstein’s former employees told the Times that Trump often discussed sex with him rather than business, and Epstein was described as Trump’s “most reliable wingman” in that era. While Trump has denied involvement in Epstein’s criminal conduct, the Times cited newly released emails and interviews suggesting Trump was aware of Epstein’s sexual abuse of girls, though no evidence has surfaced that Trump was directly involved in those crimes.The reporting also highlighted specific incidents and firsthand accounts that paint a picture of their social interactions: Epstein introduced several women to Trump, including at least one who was a minor at the time, and an email referenced Epstein “giving” Trump a 20-year-old woman. Former employees recounted Trump sending modeling cards to Epstein “like a menu,” and one woman’s story described Epstein directing her to social events where Trump was present. Although Trump and Epstein’s friendship reportedly soured by the mid-2000s, and Trump has repeatedly sought to distance himself from Epstein—saying they had a falling-out long before Epstein’s legal troubles—the Times reporting underscores a deeper and more personal connection than Trump has acknowledged.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/us/jeffrey-epstein-donald-trump.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
19 Dec 18min
