Podcast Summary: "The Epstein Files: The Midas Touch | Ep 1" by Candace Owens

Episode Overview

In the inaugural episode of "The Epstein Files," Candace Owens delves deep into the enigmatic life and widespread influence of Jeffrey Epstein. Titled "The Midas Touch," this episode uncovers Epstein's intricate web of connections with global elites, intelligence agencies, and high-profile institutions. Owens challenges mainstream narratives, questioning the motives behind former President Donald Trump's dismissal of the Epstein files and exploring the potential protection Epstein received from powerful figures.

1. Trump's Dismissal of the Epstein Files

Candace Owens opens the discussion by addressing recent comments made by Donald Trump, who labeled individuals interested in the Epstein files as "weaklings" and dismissed the investigation as a "hoax."

Candace Owens [00:00]: "All right, you guys, happy Thursday. And I should ask the question, where are my fellow weaklings at? Because that's what Trump called us yesterday."

Owens questions Trump's true motives, suggesting that he may be shielding someone of importance.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "I think now we're arriving at the important question here, which is who is Trump protecting?"

2. Global Implications of the Epstein Files

Owens outlines the extensive international involvement in the Epstein case, mentioning countries like Ukraine, Iran, Russia, Lebanon, the United States, France, and Liechtenstein. She highlights Robert Maxwell's role in money laundering through Liechtenstein, drawing parallels to current events.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "Everybody is involved in this. We're going to get into North Africa."

3. Epstein's Early Life and Education

A detailed timeline traces Jeffrey Epstein's upbringing and educational background, emphasizing his dropout from prestigious institutions like Cooper Union College and NYU's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "Jeffrey Epstein enters the prestigious Cooper Union College. But then suddenly and inexplicably, he drops out."

4. Epstein's Tenure at the Dalton School

Epstein's brief and controversial stint as a mathematics and physics teacher at the Dalton School is scrutinized. Owens references allegations of Epstein's inappropriate behavior with teenage girls, leading to his dismissal in 1976.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "Eight former students...said that his conduct with teenage girls had left an impression that had lingered for decades."

5. The Rise and Fall at Bear Stearns

Despite lacking qualifications, Epstein swiftly ascended to a partnership at Bear Stearns, only to depart in 1981 amidst an SEC investigation into alleged insider trading. Owens connects this to broader financial crimes and Epstein's clandestine operations.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "By 1981, he departs Bear Stearns... The SEC was actually opening a procedure to look into insider trading."

6. Epstein’s Financial Empire and Criminal Activities

Epstein's involvement in a massive Ponzi scheme through Towers Financial Corporation is explored. Former CEO Stephen Hoffenberg accuses Epstein of being the true architect behind the fraud, which eventually led to Hoffenberg's imprisonment.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "He actually claimed that it was Epstein who was the mastermind... Jeffrey Epstein had manipulated him."

7. Epstein’s Donations and Political Connections

Owens scrutinizes Epstein's substantial donations to institutions and politicians, primarily Democrats, including President George H.W. Bush, John Kerry, and the Clintons. She questions the influence and possible reciprocal protection these contributions might have secured.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "He gave $25,000 to a children's tennis club... $50,000 to the UJA, which is the Federation of Jewish Philanthropies of New York."

8. Epstein’s Connections to Intelligence Agencies

The episode delves into Epstein's alleged ties with intelligence agencies, particularly the Mossad. Owens references Ari Ben-Menashe's claims and connections to Saudi arms dealer Adnan Khashoggi, suggesting Epstein operated on behalf of global intelligence interests.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "Jeffrey Epstein was working with, for and around the Mossad. I mean, this is just... It's an absolute nonsense to pretend that he wasn't."

9. Deposition of Jeffrey Epstein

A clip from Epstein's deposition is analyzed, where he evades questions about his sexuality and potential abuse as a minor. Owens interprets his reluctance as indicative of deeper, possibly coerced, connections.

Jeffrey Epstein [25:25]: "I just assert my 5th, 6th, and 14th amendment right to the United States Constitution."

Candace Owens [26:00]: "If my lawyer said, plead the Fifth about everything... What made them ask that question?"

10. Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump, and Middle Eastern Investments

The episode shifts focus to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, scrutinizing their business dealings in the Middle East post-White House tenure. Owens highlights significant investments, particularly in Israel, suggesting conflicts of interest and potential loyalty shifts.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "Jared got $2 billion. Now you guys are gone. You don't even care about whether or not who wins."

11. Harvard's Role and Historical Revisionism

Owens criticizes Harvard University for its ties with elites involved in Epstein's network, alleging historical revisionism and identity laundering aimed at controlling narratives and erasing inconvenient truths.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "Harvard, the Midas touch, they all go through Harvard... Unless it's an operation, unless it's an op running through there."

12. Theoretical Connections to Occult and Global Control

In a broader philosophical discussion, Owens theorizes that Epstein and his associates are part of a larger occult-driven agenda aimed at global domination. She touches upon symbols like the hexagram and figures like Aleister Crowley to suggest hidden influences shaping societal structures.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "When you look into Aleister Crowley, he established a religion that believed in sex, magic... It’s a hexagram. It’s a cult."

13. Legal Perspectives and Public Commentary

The episode includes excerpts from Chris Christie's interview on PBS's Firing Line, where he defends the prosecution of Charles Kushner for moral and ethical reasons, adding credibility to Owens' concerns about influential figures evading accountability.

Chris Christie [42:50]: "Any objective person looks at the facts... I had a moral and an ethical obligation to bring that prosecution."

14. Audience Engagement and Call to Action

Towards the end, Owens encourages listeners to engage in the discussion, support her investigative efforts, and remain vigilant against what she perceives as the manipulation of historical and current events by powerful elites.

Candace Owens [00:00]: "There is no stone that I will leave unturned when it comes to harming children."

Notable Quotes

1. Donald Trump on the Epstein Files

   Donald Trump [02:34]: "It's all been a big hoax. It's perpetrated by the Democrats and some stupid Republicans."

2. Jeffrey Epstein's Deposition Evasion

   Jeffrey Epstein [25:25]: "I assert my 5th, 6th, and 14th amendment right to the United States Constitution."

3. Chris Christie Defending the Prosecution of Charles Kushner

   Chris Christie [42:50]: "If a guy hires a prostitute to seduce his brother-in-law... I had a moral and an ethical obligation to bring that prosecution."

Concluding Insights

Candace Owens' first episode of "The Epstein Files" presents a comprehensive and controversial examination of Jeffrey Epstein's influence and connections. By intertwining Epstein's personal history with broader geopolitical and financial conspiracies, Owens challenges listeners to question established narratives and consider the possibility of a deeply entrenched system protecting its most vulnerable secrets. The episode sets the stage for a multi-part series aimed at unraveling the complexities of Epstein's legacy and its implications on global power structures.