The Epstein Chronicles with Bobby Capucci

Episode: Power, Access, and Influence: Mandelson’s Emails Expose Epstein’s Reach Into UK Government

Date: April 3, 2026

Overview of the Episode

In this episode, host Bobby Capucci unpacks explosive new revelations about Jeffrey Epstein’s deep and disturbing connections within the UK government, centered around recently released emails from Peter Mandelson, a powerful and long-standing British politician. These emails illuminate how Epstein, even as a convicted sex offender, wielded astonishing access to the highest levels of British power—including orchestrating meetings at 10 Downing Street and Buckingham Palace, and maintaining close financial, personal, and political ties with figures like Mandelson, the Dubin family, and Prince Andrew. Capucci delivers his trademark unvarnished commentary, exposing the complicity and self-serving motives of powerful elites.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Mandelson and Epstein: Unholy Alliance

• Mandelson’s Powerful Role: At the time of the revealed emails, Mandelson was Business Secretary in Gordon Brown’s government and a House of Lords member—wielding major influence.
• Facilitating Epstein's Requests: Mandelson tried to secure Epstein’s goddaughter (Selena Dubin) and the Dubin family a visit to 10 Downing Street, even as Epstein sat in prison for procuring a minor for prostitution.
  • "How did he have so much access? How did he have connections that reached all the way to 10 Downing Street. Oh, that’s right. He wasn’t just a lone predator. He was a well connected sick degenerate…" (03:30)
• Transactional Relationships: Capucci stresses Mandelson and Epstein’s relationship was transactional, grounded in power and personal advantage.
  • "It was quid pro quo. Mandelson was getting hooked up. You don't think Mandelson was enjoying Jeffrey Epstein's largesse? ...It's all about how much more can I get, how can I increase my power, how can I increase my wealth? That's all they care about." (06:05)

2. Selena Dubin, the Dubin Family, and Appalling Parental Judgement

• Epstein’s Relationship with the Dubins: The host discusses the deeply disturbing nature of the Dubins’ continued friendship with Epstein, especially Eva Anderson Dubin (Epstein’s ex) allowing him around her daughter, Selena.
  • "Imagine that your wife, your current wife, wanted to stay such great friends with her ex boyfriend, somebody like Epstein. That would be non negotiable for me…The mere fact that you would let somebody like Epstein be around your daughter is just bananas to me." (08:05)
• Selena Dubin’s Access: Emails reveal Epstein leveraged Mandelson to get Selena Dubin, age 15, and her family access to top political sites—notably while Epstein was a known sex offender.
• Contact with Prince Andrew: Epstein facilitated a meet-up between the Dubins and Prince Andrew at Buckingham Palace.
  • "Great time in Buckingham Palace. Andrew was great. Thanks." (Dubin email cited, 10:00)
  • "Andrew had tea with the Dubin kids and Glenn." (Epstein’s email to Maxwell, 10:45)

3. Political Ramifications and Starmer’s Downfall

• Aftermath for Mandelson & the UK Government: Revelations from the emails led to Mandelson resigning as US Ambassador, arrests, and destabilization of the Starmer government.
  • "Keir Starmer has to go. This guy’s an absolute buffoon. He is causing great damage to the UK right now...His relationship with Epstein…has even led to calls for Starmer to resign." (15:10)
• Due Diligence Ignored: Government documents show officials warned about Mandelson’s Epstein ties, but his appointment proceeded regardless.
  • "Government documents indicate that during the vetting process…Mandelson repeatedly denied key aspects of his relationship with Epstein…However, internal correspondence shows officials were aware..." (19:35)

4. Long-standing and Intimate Ties

• Early Connections: Mandelson’s involvement with Epstein (and Ghislaine Maxwell) dates back to at least 2002, featuring emails mixing business, politics, and sexual innuendo.
  • Notable Quote (recounted from the emails): "I love disgusting—that’s why I’m wild and dangerous," Mandelson to Maxwell (22:10)
• Financial Entanglements: Numerous $25,000 payments from Epstein to Mandelson, and a £10,000 wire for Mandelson’s husband’s educational expenses—structured as a “loan” to avoid taxes.
  • "So they're trying to avoid taxes. They're engaging in tax fraud. That's what they're doing." (34:00)

5. Policy Scheming and Secrecy

• Leaked Government Intelligence: Mandelson forwarded internal emails containing market-sensitive information and policy updates to Epstein, who even offered economic strategy in response.
  • "All insider information, all stuff that should not have been sent to Jeffrey Epstein, and all documentation of the crimes committed by Mr. Mandelson." (30:50)
• Epstein as Power Broker & Intermediary: Epstein acted as a connector between Mandelson and powerful banking figures like JP Morgan’s Jes Staley, arranging meetings and calls.
  • "Epstein appears to act as an intermediary between Mandelson and Staley…facilitating introductions and discussions around financial and policy matters." (28:30)

6. Elite Denial, Hypocrisy, and the Illusion of Impunity

• Elites’ Brazen Attitude: Capucci emphasizes how the greatest offense isn’t just the crimes, but the confidence that their secrets would never be exposed.
  • "They really thought that none of this information would ever see the light of day…they thought that because he was so well protected." (41:00)
• Protection Ends: Once Epstein "stopped being useful," protection was lifted and secrets exposed, forcing figures like Mandelson to scramble and attempt damage control.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• “He wasn’t just a lone predator. He was a well connected sick degenerate who was not only welcomed but loved in the world of the so called elite.” — Capucci (03:30)
• “Imagine that your wife, your current wife, wanted to stay such great friends with her ex boyfriend, somebody like Epstein. That would be non negotiable for me…Just the mere fact that you would let somebody like Epstein be around your daughter is just bananas to me.” — Capucci (08:05)
• “Keir Starmer has to go. This guy’s an absolute buffoon. He is causing great damage to the UK right now…His relationship with Epstein has even led to calls for Starmer to resign.” — Capucci (15:10)
• “So they're trying to avoid taxes. They're engaging in tax fraud. That's what they're doing.” — Capucci (34:00)
• "They really thought that none of this information would ever see the light of day…they thought that because he was so well protected... But once Jeffrey Epstein was gone, all that protection left as well." — Capucci (41:00)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [01:00] Episode introduction and framing of Epstein’s UK reach
• [03:30] Mandelson’s role and access for Epstein
• [08:05] The Dubin family’s disturbing relationship with Epstein
• [10:00] Email evidence: Meeting at Buckingham Palace with Prince Andrew
• [15:10] Impact on UK government and Starmer’s leadership
• [19:35] Government vetting, warnings, and overlooked risks in Mandelson’s appointment
• [22:10] Early Mandelson-Maxwell exchanges: Intimacy and ambition
• [28:30] Epstein as power broker: Connections to JP Morgan, Jes Staley
• [30:50] Financial evidence: Insider information and political scheming
• [34:00] Mandelson’s husband and the £10,000 “loan”: Tax avoidance
• [41:00] End of elite protection, the unraveling of secrets

Conclusion

This episode delivers a searing exposé of the corrupt, self-serving elite networks that shielded Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on the transactional, deeply intertwined relationship between Epstein and Peter Mandelson. With new emails and evidence coming to light, Capucci makes clear that the full reckoning for these crimes is still unfolding—and that only relentless pursuit can bring real accountability.

“His ends where the emails begin. And the only question left is where does it end?” — Bobby Capucci (end of episode)