Mega Edition: Les Wexner And His Reign At The Top (10/12/25)

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling that cleared the way for the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s Florida grand jury documents was a landmark moment in the long fight for transparency. The court essentially rejected the government’s attempts to keep the lid on crucial records that could shed light on how Epstein’s 2006 case was handled and, more importantly, how the infamous 2007 Non-Prosecution Agreement was engineered. By greenlighting their potential release, the judges signaled that the public interest in understanding the inner workings of Epstein’s sweetheart deal outweighed the government’s habitual reliance on secrecy. It was a rare rebuke to the Department of Justice, which has consistently dragged its feet or outright resisted efforts to expose its complicity in protecting Epstein.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein Docs - DocumentCloudBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

29 Aug 24min

Over the years, critics argue that mainstream media have given Bill Clinton’s connections to Jeffrey Epstein notably softer coverage compared to how they’ve handled other figures—especially Donald Trump. For instance, Charlamagne tha God recently called out this double standard, questioning why the media spotlight rarely turns toward Clinton despite documented ties like the birthday letter he contributed to Epstein's 2003 album, and the iconic portrait of Clinton in a dress found at Epstein’s mansion. These moments, many say, are underreported or downplayed compared to the relentless scrutiny Trump receives.Public records show Epstein visited the White House multiple times in the 1990s, and Clinton took several trips aboard Epstein’s private jet for foundation-related work—facts that, despite their gravity, haven’t resulted in sustained critical media examination. While flight logs and donor event data became publicly available, key questions around why the media hasn’t probed deeper into Clinton’s Epstein ties—especially when similar connections prompted intense coverage for Trump—remain largely unasked.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comTo contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10408733/The-bid-whitewash-Bill-Clintons-cosy-links-Jeffrey-Epstein-Hillary-ran-President.htmlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

29 Aug 36min

Title 31 of the U.S. Code mandates banks to conduct due diligence on high-value accounts and timely report suspicious transactions via Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). In Epstein’s case, investigations reveal that major banks—like JPMorgan Chase and Deutsche Bank—processed vast and unusual transactions tied to him with significant delays or not at all. Senator Ron Wyden cited internal bank records showing one bank flagged more than $170 million flowing to Epstein, but only reported it seven years late, long after Epstein's death in 2019. SARs involving installments up to $100 million and Russian-linked wire transfers reportedly went undisclosed or underreported, suggesting systemic circumvention of Title 31 requirements.These failures weren’t just clerical missteps—they represented institutional lapses in AML enforcement. Deutsche Bank was fined $150 million in 2020 for ignoring red flags and maintaining numerous Epstein-linked accounts well into 2019, despite clear indicators of his illicit activities. Compliance officers reportedly raised concerns, only to be overridden by bank executives, allowing Epstein’s atypical cash movements and hidden financial networks to persist unchallenged until after media scrutiny intensified.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/brutal-rebuke-of-deutsche-bank-raises-serious-questions-about-one-of-jeffrey-epsteins-lawyers/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

29 Aug 17min

Jeffrey Epstein donated and funded a secluded cabin—once known as the Jeffrey Epstein Scholarship Lodge—located on the campus of the Interlochen Center for the Arts, a prestigious performing arts school in northern Michigan. Epstein, a former camper himself, began supporting the school in the 1990s and reportedly stayed at the lodge for up to two weeks annually, including as late as August 2000. The cabin was used by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell in at least one documented visit in 1998, supported by trial testimony and flight records.The property became a focal point in Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex-trafficking trial, where accuser testimony revealed Epstein and Maxwell first approached a 14‑year‑old student between music classes at Interlochen’s summer camp in 1994, leading to grooming and abuse that followed for years. In response to the scandal, Interlochen renamed the property the Green Lake Lodge, severing its formal association with Epstein.To contact me:Bobbycapucci@protonmail.comSource:https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/12588528/jeffrey-epstein-ghislaine-maxwell-woodland-boarding-school-target-pupils/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

28 Aug 13min

In the early hours of August 10, 2019, an anonymous user on the 4chan message board (specifically the /pol/ board) posted that Epstein had died by hanging and cardiac arrest—writing, “Don’t ask me how I know, but Epstein died an hour ago…” The post appeared at 8:16 a.m. ET, approximately 38–40 minutes before ABC News correspondent Aaron Katersky tweeted the news at around 8:54 a.m. ET, followed by an ABC story at about 9:00 a.m. This unusual timing sparked intrigue, as it suggested someone may have had unusually early—or insider—knowledge of the event.Despite speculation, the New York Fire Department confirmed that the information did not come from any FDNY personnel or official source. No verification of the poster’s identity surfaced, and the claim remains unsubstantiated—with media and investigators treating it as an unverified tip rather than a credible leak. The episode nonetheless highlighted the rapid power of anonymous online platforms to circulate high-profile news before traditional media catches up, fuelling conspiracy theories and public unease.To contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/janelytvynenko/fdny-review-jeffrey-epstein-4chan-postBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

28 Aug 25min

On August 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released redacted transcripts and audio recordings of a two-day interview it conducted in July with Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year federal prison sentence for her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking ring. During the interview, Maxwell denied ever seeing any inappropriate behavior by former President Donald Trump, describing him as a “gentleman in all respects,” and insisted she “never witnessed the president in any inappropriate setting in any way.” She also rejected the existence of a so-called “client list,” countering years of speculation, and claimed to have no knowledge of blackmail or illicit recordings tied to Epstein.In addition to defending high-profile figures, Maxwell expressed doubt that Epstein’s death was a suicide, while also rejecting the notion of an elaborate conspiracy or murder plot. The release of the transcripts—handled under the Trump-era Justice Department—has stirred sharp political debate. Trump allies have framed her remarks as vindication, while critics and Epstein’s survivors question her credibility, pointing to her conviction and suggesting her words may be aimed at influencing potential clemency or political favor.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Interview Transcript - Maxwell 2025.07.24 (Redacted).pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

28 Aug 12min

On August 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released redacted transcripts and audio recordings of a two-day interview it conducted in July with Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year federal prison sentence for her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking ring. During the interview, Maxwell denied ever seeing any inappropriate behavior by former President Donald Trump, describing him as a “gentleman in all respects,” and insisted she “never witnessed the president in any inappropriate setting in any way.” She also rejected the existence of a so-called “client list,” countering years of speculation, and claimed to have no knowledge of blackmail or illicit recordings tied to Epstein.In addition to defending high-profile figures, Maxwell expressed doubt that Epstein’s death was a suicide, while also rejecting the notion of an elaborate conspiracy or murder plot. The release of the transcripts—handled under the Trump-era Justice Department—has stirred sharp political debate. Trump allies have framed her remarks as vindication, while critics and Epstein’s survivors question her credibility, pointing to her conviction and suggesting her words may be aimed at influencing potential clemency or political favor.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Interview Transcript - Maxwell 2025.07.24 (Redacted).pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

28 Aug 15min

On August 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released redacted transcripts and audio recordings of a two-day interview it conducted in July with Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year federal prison sentence for her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex-trafficking ring. During the interview, Maxwell denied ever seeing any inappropriate behavior by former President Donald Trump, describing him as a “gentleman in all respects,” and insisted she “never witnessed the president in any inappropriate setting in any way.” She also rejected the existence of a so-called “client list,” countering years of speculation, and claimed to have no knowledge of blackmail or illicit recordings tied to Epstein.In addition to defending high-profile figures, Maxwell expressed doubt that Epstein’s death was a suicide, while also rejecting the notion of an elaborate conspiracy or murder plot. The release of the transcripts—handled under the Trump-era Justice Department—has stirred sharp political debate. Trump allies have framed her remarks as vindication, while critics and Epstein’s survivors question her credibility, pointing to her conviction and suggesting her words may be aimed at influencing potential clemency or political favor.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Interview Transcript - Maxwell 2025.07.24 (Redacted).pdfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

28 Aug 14min