Jeffrey Epstein’s Catwalk to Hell: How Jean-Luc Brunel Used MC2 to Feed the Monster (Part 1) (7/31/25)

Donald Trump’s ever-changing narrative about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has grown increasingly incoherent, with his latest claim being that Epstein “stole” spa workers from Mar-a-Lago—including, allegedly, Virginia Giuffre. Instead of expressing outrage over Epstein’s crimes or sympathy for the survivors, Trump framed the fallout like a staffing dispute, saying Epstein took people who worked for him and that Giuffre “had no complaints.” The shifting timelines—from calling Epstein a “terrific guy” to suddenly claiming moral indignation or workplace betrayal—don’t inspire confidence in his account.Giuffre’s family responded critically to Trump’s comments, describing them as insensitive and reducing Virginia to an object rather than acknowledging her as a survivor. They emphasized that she was a person who endured serious trauma and should not be spoken about in such transactional terms. Their reaction raised broader concerns about the tone and framing of Trump’s statements—particularly the absence of empathy toward those harmed by Epstein. By focusing on staffing disputes and loyalty rather than addressing the abuse itself, Trump’s remarks were seen as overlooking the core human cost of the scandal.to contact me:[email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Donald Trump’s ever-changing narrative about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein has grown increasingly incoherent, with his latest claim being that Epstein “stole” spa workers from Mar-a-Lago—including, allegedly, Virginia Giuffre. Instead of expressing outrage over Epstein’s crimes or sympathy for the survivors, Trump framed the fallout like a staffing dispute, saying Epstein took people who worked for him and that Giuffre “had no complaints.” The shifting timelines—from calling Epstein a “terrific guy” to suddenly claiming moral indignation or workplace betrayal—don’t inspire confidence in his account.Giuffre’s family responded critically to Trump’s comments, describing them as insensitive and reducing Virginia to an object rather than acknowledging her as a survivor. They emphasized that she was a person who endured serious trauma and should not be spoken about in such transactional terms. Their reaction raised broader concerns about the tone and framing of Trump’s statements—particularly the absence of empathy toward those harmed by Epstein. By focusing on staffing disputes and loyalty rather than addressing the abuse itself, Trump’s remarks were seen as overlooking the core human cost of the scandal.to contact me:[email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Ian Maxwell, brother of convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell, publicly smeared Virginia Giuffre by labeling her “the real monster” in the Epstein saga, claiming she was the one who “ruined lives.” In a tone dripping with contempt, Maxwell reversed the narrative of survivor and perpetrator, portraying Giuffre not as a victim of child sex trafficking, but as a malicious force responsible for the downfall of others. He claimed that Giuffre had “profited” from her accusations and implied that her allegations lacked credibility—completely ignoring the fact that his sister was convicted in a U.S. federal court, and that Giuffre's testimony and civil suits helped bring global attention to Epstein’s trafficking ring.Maxwell's comments weren’t just tone-deaf—they were a grotesque display of gaslighting and reputational warfare against a survivor of child abuse. Rather than addressing his sister’s crimes or acknowledging the systemic exploitation she helped carry out, Ian Maxwell chose to attack one of the few women courageous enough to confront the monster head-on. His remarks attempted to muddy the moral waters, deflect guilt, and assassinate the character of a woman who endured horrific abuse. In doing so, Ian Maxwell made it clear that his family’s legacy of denial and elite entitlement is alive and well—even in disgrace.to contact me:'No tears for Virginia Giuffre’: Ghislaine Maxwell's brother brands Epstein accuser a... - LBCBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Virginia Giuffre’s family has been vocal in their criticism of both the delay and the selective nature of the Epstein file disclosures. They’ve expressed deep frustration that the system seems more interested in protecting reputations than delivering justice. According to public remarks made by her father and close family, the so-called “Epstein files” have been curated in a way that shields the most powerful figures involved while offering only token transparency. They argue that the redactions and omissions in these releases are a continuation of the cover-up, and that the victims deserve full access to the unfiltered truth—not a censored version designed to protect elites. For the family, justice is being doled out in fragments, and every delay or watered-down disclosure adds to the pain endured by the survivors.When asked about the Epstein case and the release of the files, Donald Trump has repeatedly attempted to minimize both his personal ties to Epstein and the importance of the files themselves. Most recently, Trump downplayed the documents by calling them a "hoax" and claiming the media only cares because they want to connect him to Epstein, even though he supposedly had a falling out with the disgraced financier years ago. He has consistently insisted he “wasn’t a fan” of Epstein, despite photographic evidence, party attendance, and years of social overlap. Trump’s dismissive tone has angered many Epstein survivors and their advocates, including Giuffre’s family, who view his statements as part of a larger strategy to discredit the victims and muddy the waters around what should be a straightforward reckoning with the truth.to contact me:[email protected]:Virginia Giuffre’s family says she would have wanted Epstein documents released | CNN PoliticsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

​In a lawsuit filed in November 2023, six anonymous plaintiffs, referred to as Jane Does 1–6, initiated a class action against the Government of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and several current and former USVI officials. The plaintiffs alleged that the defendants facilitated and participated in Jeffrey Epstein's extensive sex-trafficking operation by providing him with the necessary infrastructure and protection to conduct his illegal activities within the territory. The complaint accused the USVI government and its officials of negligence and violations of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), asserting that they actively conspired with Epstein to perpetuate his sex-trafficking scheme for their own gain.In this episode, we are taking a look at that complaint.  to contact me:[email protected]:gov.uscourts.nysd.610915.6.0.pdf (courtlistener.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

​In a lawsuit filed in November 2023, six anonymous plaintiffs, referred to as Jane Does 1–6, initiated a class action against the Government of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and several current and former USVI officials. The plaintiffs alleged that the defendants facilitated and participated in Jeffrey Epstein's extensive sex-trafficking operation by providing him with the necessary infrastructure and protection to conduct his illegal activities within the territory. The complaint accused the USVI government and its officials of negligence and violations of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), asserting that they actively conspired with Epstein to perpetuate his sex-trafficking scheme for their own gain.In this episode, we are taking a look at that complaint.  to contact me:[email protected]:gov.uscourts.nysd.610915.6.0.pdf (courtlistener.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

​In a lawsuit filed in November 2023, six anonymous plaintiffs, referred to as Jane Does 1–6, initiated a class action against the Government of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and several current and former USVI officials. The plaintiffs alleged that the defendants facilitated and participated in Jeffrey Epstein's extensive sex-trafficking operation by providing him with the necessary infrastructure and protection to conduct his illegal activities within the territory. The complaint accused the USVI government and its officials of negligence and violations of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), asserting that they actively conspired with Epstein to perpetuate his sex-trafficking scheme for their own gain.In this episode, we are taking a look at that complaint.  to contact me:[email protected]:gov.uscourts.nysd.610915.6.0.pdf (courtlistener.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Alex Acosta is frequently singled out as the architect of Jeffrey Epstein’s 2008 non-prosecution agreement (NPA), but mounting evidence suggests that he was more of a functionary than a decision-maker. As the U.S. Attorney in South Florida, Acosta did sign off on the sweetheart deal that allowed Epstein to avoid federal prosecution and serve minimal time in a county jail. However, emails and DOJ records show that once Epstein’s legal team escalated their complaints, the matter was kicked up the chain of command to Washington. Acosta even reportedly told the Miami Herald that he was told Epstein “belonged to intelligence” and that backing off was not a choice, further muddying the narrative that he acted independently. The DOJ’s Office of Professional Responsibility later criticized Acosta’s judgment but stopped short of alleging misconduct.The real power players behind the Epstein NPA appear to have been then–Attorney General Michael Mukasey and Deputy Attorney General Mark Filip. When Epstein’s lawyers petitioned to have the case reviewed, DOJ officials in D.C.—including those in the Criminal Division and the Deputy Attorney General’s office—were briefed and ultimately approved the non-prosecution path. In other words, the final green light came from the top of the Justice Department, not Acosta’s office alone. This recontextualizes the NPA as less a rogue local failure and more a coordinated decision at the highest levels of federal power. The narrative that Acosta alone bears the weight of the Epstein scandal not only oversimplifies the truth—it protects the very people who had the authority to stop it and didn’t.to contact me:[email protected]:https://nypost.com/2021/02/04/top-doj-officials-okd-epstein-deal-maxwell-lawyers/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Ghislaine Maxwell’s nephew, Alexander Djerassi, landed a prominent role at the U.S. State Department during Hillary Clinton’s tenure as Secretary of State—serving as chief of staff in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, despite being in his mid-twenties with limited foreign policy experience. While establishment media rushed to frame the hiring as merit-based, citing his Ivy League background and campaign work, the optics are damning. This wasn’t just any entry-level staffer; Djerassi was put in a powerful position overseeing sensitive Middle East matters at the very same time his aunt—deeply embedded in the Epstein trafficking machine—was under growing scrutiny.The more troubling angle is how quickly the story was dismissed by major outlets, with most brushing it off as a coincidence or irrelevant family trivia. But Djerassi’s placement fits into a broader pattern of Epstein-world figures having shockingly easy access to elite institutions, even after the 2008 conviction that should have made Epstein and his circle political kryptonite. That a close relative of Ghislaine Maxwell could quietly ascend into a strategic federal role while Epstein was still leveraging his network speaks to how deep the rot may go—and how few in power were willing to ask uncomfortable questions when it counted. At best, it’s a case of elite nepotism in motion. At worst, it’s another example of how the Epstein ecosystem quietly seeped into the corridors of American power.to contact me:[email protected]:https://www.thedailybeast.com/hillary-clinton-gave-state-department-job-to-epstein-madam-ghislaine-maxwells-nephew-says-reportBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Leon Black, the former cofounder of Apollo Global Management with deep ties to Jeffrey Epstein, has donated significant sums to the IPI—reportedly at least $950,000—in a pattern that closely mirrors Epstein’s own shadowy funding of the institute. Even though Black has attempted to distance himself publicly, the conduit appears to have been deliberately opaque: donations through intermediaries, anonymity, and minimal disclosure have raised flags among those investigating Epstein’s network. These contributions come under scrutiny not only because Epstein was involved in brokering them but also because the donations were structured to conceal the true source and avoid public recognition.Meanwhile, Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden has escalated concerns by requesting documents from the DOJ, Treasury, and FBI about Black’s financing of Epstein’s operations. Wyden’s investigation revealed that Black transferred at least $170 million to Epstein between 2012 and 2017—far exceeding the $158 million previously acknowledged—and that some of those funds directly supported Epstein’s operations in the U.S. Virgin Islands. In 2023, Black settled claims with the USVI by paying $62.5 million—a case that stated some of his payments were used to fund Epstein's illicit activities on Little St. James Island. Critics argue that the use of IPI and other charitable vehicles to mask these funds reflects a deliberate effort to launder legitimacy onto Epstein’s network.to contact me:[email protected]:https://www.dn.no/politikk/the-international-peace-institute/jeffrey-epstein/terje-rod-larsen/leon-black-did-like-his-adviser-jeffrey-epstein-gave-anonymously-to-un-affiliated-think-tank/2-1-897114Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.