Morning Update: From “No There There” to Epstein Subpoenas Everywhere (8/19/25)

Victims of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse are preparing to appear alongside members of Congress in a press conference at the U.S. Capitol, organized by Representatives Ro Khanna (D‑CA) and Thomas Massie (R‑KY). This event marks the first time in over a decade some survivors will speak publicly, and it is a central moment in a bipartisan push demanding the Justice Department release more comprehensive Epstein-related files. Notably, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R‑GA), a vocal Trump ally, is expected to attend and has thrown her support behind the discharge petition aimed at compelling full disclosure of these documentsAt the news conference, Khanna and Massie—and survivors—will spotlight how many victims were sidelined when Epstein’s plea deal was struck. They’re launching the “Epstein Files Transparency Act” and have introduced a discharge petition to force a House vote that, if successful, would require the Attorney General to publicly release all unclassified records, including those held by the DOJ, FBI, and U.S. attorneys’ offices. The survivors' presence underscores mounting frustration with the partial release of around 33,295 pages of documents—most of which were already public—and amplifies calls for accountability and full transparencyto contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein victims to speak at news conference calling for file release amid bipartisan push | Fox NewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 16min

On September 2, 2025, the Republican-led U.S. House Oversight Committee released over 33,000 pages of documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein, covering everything from flight logs and police reports to court filings, DOJ memos, and surveillance footage. Among the new material was a long-speculated video segment showing the so-called “missing minute” from the night Epstein died, which displayed nothing more than a normal transition between cameras, countering years of conspiracy talk. The archive also included non-public location logs from Epstein’s flights between 2000 and 2014 and records dating back to his first major investigations in 2005–2006.The release immediately drew criticism, with House Democrats stressing that about 97% of the files had already been public, calling the move more theater than transparency. In parallel, Representatives Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Ro Khanna (D-CA) initiated a bipartisan discharge petition to force a House vote that would compel the Justice Department to release all remaining unclassified Epstein files still in federal custody. Their effort aims to widen disclosure beyond this selective release, including FBI and U.S. attorney records that remain sealed.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:House Oversight Committee releases trove of Jeffrey Epstein filesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 15min

The first day of Ghislaine Maxwell’s federal trial in November 2021 opened with dramatic opening statements that framed the stakes of the case. Prosecutors told jurors that Maxwell was a central figure in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operation, describing her as a manipulator who groomed underage girls and normalized sexual abuse under the guise of friendship and mentorship. They argued she “preyed on vulnerable young girls” and made them feel special before delivering them into Epstein’s control, casting her as a willing partner in crime rather than a passive bystander.Maxwell’s defense countered by insisting she was being scapegoated for Epstein’s sins, painting her as a woman unfairly vilified after Epstein’s death left prosecutors eager to hold someone accountable. They argued the government’s witnesses had faulty memories shaped by money and media exposure, and urged jurors to view the case with skepticism. The opening day set the tone for the weeks ahead, with two starkly opposing narratives: the prosecution portraying Maxwell as a calculating enabler of abuse, and the defense portraying her as a convenient fall person in Epstein’s absence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 26min

In July 2019, following his arrest on federal sex trafficking and conspiracy charges, Jeffrey Epstein was formally ordered remanded to custody after a detention hearing before Judge Richard Berman. Prosecutors argued that Epstein’s extraordinary wealth, private planes, offshore residences, and history of evading consequences made him an overwhelming flight risk. They also stressed that his release would pose a danger to the community, citing sworn testimony from multiple accusers and evidence that he had used money and influence to obstruct accountability in the past. Despite his defense offering an unprecedented bail package—including $100 million bond, house arrest under armed guard, and electronic monitoring—the court determined that no conditions could ensure his appearance in court or protect the public.Judge Berman’s written order underscored the seriousness of the charges and the strength of the evidence, including testimony that Epstein had sexually abused underage girls and facilitated a broad trafficking network. The court rejected the defense’s argument that strict bail conditions would suffice, ruling instead that the only way to guarantee community safety and secure Epstein’s presence at trial was to deny release altogether. With that, Epstein was remanded to the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan, where he would remain in custody until his death a month later.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 45min

In July 2019, following his arrest on federal sex trafficking and conspiracy charges, Jeffrey Epstein was formally ordered remanded to custody after a detention hearing before Judge Richard Berman. Prosecutors argued that Epstein’s extraordinary wealth, private planes, offshore residences, and history of evading consequences made him an overwhelming flight risk. They also stressed that his release would pose a danger to the community, citing sworn testimony from multiple accusers and evidence that he had used money and influence to obstruct accountability in the past. Despite his defense offering an unprecedented bail package—including $100 million bond, house arrest under armed guard, and electronic monitoring—the court determined that no conditions could ensure his appearance in court or protect the public.Judge Berman’s written order underscored the seriousness of the charges and the strength of the evidence, including testimony that Epstein had sexually abused underage girls and facilitated a broad trafficking network. The court rejected the defense’s argument that strict bail conditions would suffice, ruling instead that the only way to guarantee community safety and secure Epstein’s presence at trial was to deny release altogether. With that, Epstein was remanded to the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan, where he would remain in custody until his death a month later.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 27min

The rumors about Bill Gates and Epstein’s island persist because Gates has never been forthright about the extent of his ties to Epstein, and that silence breeds suspicion. Gates admits to meeting Epstein multiple times after his 2008 conviction, yet insists it was only about philanthropy. But let’s be blunt: Gates is one of the richest men on the planet, with direct access to every major institution, government, and billionaire circle imaginable. He didn’t need Epstein to broker charitable deals. Continuing to engage with a convicted predator was a choice—and not a choice made out of naivety. Gates’s carefully crafted image as a benevolent philanthropist is at odds with the fact that he repeatedly entertained conversations with a man notorious for exploiting young girls, and his refusal to give a transparent, full accounting of those meetings only makes the rumors about Little St. James that much louder.Being critical of Gates here isn’t about proving he set foot on the island—it’s about what his behavior revealed. Gates knew Epstein’s reputation, knew the stain he carried, and still sought him out, while later trying to minimize that relationship once it became public. That is not a mistake; it’s a calculated risk. The whispers about him visiting the island endure because Gates hasn’t earned the benefit of the doubt. His denials feel rehearsed, his explanations flimsy, and his conduct hypocritical for a man who presents himself as a global moral leader. Whether or not he physically went to Little St. James, Gates aligned himself with Epstein long after it was clear who and what Epstein was. That alone warrants heavy scrutiny—and until Gates provides real answers, the suspicions will remain a shadow he cannot shake.To contact me:Bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://nypost.com/2020/05/15/bill-gates-didnt-visit-sex-criminal-jeffrey-epsteins-island-repeatedly/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 23min

The USVI and JP Morgan Chase are back at inside of the courtroom where both sides have traded some seriously concerning allegations. In this latest salvo, we have the USVI alleging that the former JP Morgan CEO Doug "Sandy" Warner was the one that made the introduction of Jes Staley to Jeffrey Epstein in 2000. This goes along with the rest of the allegations that have been introduced by the USVI that have alleged that JP Morgan as an entity and not just Jes Staley are liable for the relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. In this episode, we take a look at the latest allegations and where the explosive lawsuit currently stands. to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Ex-JPMorgan CEO: Jes Staley should meet Jeffrey Epstein | FortuneBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 13min

Originally known as the Herbert N. Straus House, this imposing Upper East Side mansion was designed by architect Horace Trumbauer and completed in 1932. Although commissioned for Herbert Straus—the son of Macy’s co-owners—he never lived in it. In 1944, Straus’s heirs, facing prohibitive property costs, donated the unfinished building to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York, which initially used it as a hospital. Later, from 1962 to 1989, the mansion served as the location for the Birch Wathen School, a private K–12 academy, before being sold to retailer Leslie Wexner (for $13.2 million), who renovated the opulent interior. Eventually, Jeffrey Epstein came to reside in the mansion from the mid-1990s until his death.Over the decades, the building transformed dramatically—from a rare, institutional-like school and hospital to one of Manhattan’s largest private residences (estimated at over 20,000 sq ft and spanning nine lavish floors). Under Epstein, it took on a darker reputation, becoming the site of serious criminal investigations into underage sex trafficking. After his death, the townhouse was sold in 2021 for around $51 million, though its legacy—rooted in education and later tainted by abuse—remains a deeply complex chapter in New York’s architectural and social history.To contact me:Bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.heraldsun.com/latest-news/article238269028.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

3 Sep 14min