The Jimmy Dore Show – Episode Summary

Episode Title: Deepak Chopra & Dalai Lama SCANDALOUS Epstein Files Appearances! w/ Mikki Willis
Date: February 18, 2026
Host: Jimmy Dore
Main Guest: Mikki Willis (filmmaker, author of "Plandemic")

Overview

This episode dives into recently surfaced documents and emails linking high-profile spiritual and public figures—including the Dalai Lama and Deepak Chopra—to Jeffrey Epstein, alongside broader discussions on hypocrisy, exploitation within "New Age" spirituality, and the enduring problem of elite blackmail operations (similar to the Epstein and Playboy Mansion affairs). Jimmy and Mikki dissect what these revelations mean about power, ego, and control in spiritual and celebrity circles, then pivot to discuss media complicity, US foreign policy (with a critical look at sanctions on Cuba), the weaponization of pornography, and patterns of elite unaccountability.

Key Discussion Points

1. Epstein Files: The Dalai Lama and Deepak Chopra Connections

• (02:39–08:41, 12:57–27:31)

• Dalai Lama’s Epstein Ties: Jimmy presents reports of the Dalai Lama’s name surfacing 169 times in Epstein files and video evidence of the Dalai Lama’s controversial behavior with children.
• Mikki Willis’ Personal Account: Mikki recounts a disturbing experience while filming with the Dalai Lama’s entourage:
  • His aides stopped Mikki from flushing the Dalai Lama’s urine, claiming his disciples would drink it for “enlightenment.”
  • "They come in here as soon as we allow them to, and they'll drink out of the toilet." (04:34)
  • Willis describes eerie dynamics in spiritual communities—ego, false personas, performative “wokeness,” and male emasculation.
• On Deepak Chopra:
  • Emails between Chopra and Epstein reveal philosophical banter laced with sexual references, e.g., “Cute girls are real,” “Cute girls are aware when they make noises,” attributed to Chopra, and “That’s because you are God and drag,” responding to Epstein. (15:25–16:23)
  • Chopra’s public statement condemned abuse but avoided addressing the core issue: his relationship with Epstein after Epstein’s conviction.
  • Mikki recalls Chopra's intimidating demeanor and the fearful behavior of his staff:
    • “It was really weird to me because...everything was like them coming in the room and going, ‘OK, he’s running a little bit late, and tell me again, what are you going to ask him?’...lots of fear.” (19:00–20:05)

2. The Problem with 'New Age' and Spiritual Gurus

• (05:52–12:57)

• Ego and Hypocrisy: The “New Age” scene is described as the “ego’s favorite place to hide.”
  • “The New Age movement provided a cover for those who really don’t want to do the work. All they want to do is change their dialect...” (06:33)
• Impact on Masculinity: Mikki discusses how “conscious parenting” and “woke” softness led to lack of respect from his children, only rectified by reclaiming authority:
  • “In the end, my kids are balanced...and they have respect for their elders.” (08:41)
• Cult Dynamics: “The members of a cult create the cult leader—they give them their power. And that’s false power when we take it from others.” (11:44)

3. Chopra’s Airport Confrontation

• (21:20–27:39)

• Jimmy plays a video of Deepak Chopra stonewalling a reporter asking about his Epstein connection:
  • “Do you have any regrets about your...relationship with Epstein?” Chopra refuses to answer, finally saying, “No misconduct. Zero misconduct.” (27:01)
• Mikki comments on the evasiveness and compares it to elite deflection tactics.

4. Parallel Blackmail Operations: Playboy Mansion & Hugh Hefner

• (40:27–47:32)

• Mikki explains the “honeypot” system—a sexual blackmail scheme used for control and extortion.
• Allegations: Playboy Mansion had pervasive surveillance, possibly used to control celebrities and politicians:
  • “Hugh Hefner kept video cameras running in all of his bedrooms at all times.” (41:21)
  • “Regulars at the mansion...included Prince Andrew, Roman Polanski, Sean Diddy Combs, Donald Trump, and Bill Cosby.” (43:05)
• Discussion on uninvestigated blackmail material and the need for transparency.

5. Weaponization of Pornography and Social Fallout

• (47:32–54:11)

• The proliferation of pornography is described as a weapon of psychological war, harming relationships and development:
  • Example: Israeli Defense Forces reportedly broadcasting hardcore porn into Gaza to undermine youth.
  • Personal anecdote: Mikki’s son is exposed to pornography at age six, prompting Mikki’s deep concern and research.
  • Mikki quotes Al Goldstein (publisher of Screw magazine) on pornography as a tool to “defile Christian culture.” (53:39)

6. US ‘Siege Warfare’ Against Cuba (29:14–40:27)

• Jimmy criticizes US economic sanctions against Cuba, comparing them to Israeli tactics in Gaza:
  • “This is economic violence for a political outcome, and that’s the definition of terrorism.” (38:35)
  • Russia (and to some extent, China) is now providing Cuba with energy and infrastructural support.

7. Elite Denial and Unaccountability Skit

• (54:51–62:19)

• Jimmy conducts a satirical “call-in” with “Howard Lutnick,” mocking the standard playbook of denying knowledge about Epstein despite ample evidence.
• “Lutnick”: “I’ve never met this man in my life. I only know him from the news.” (57:48)
• Dore: “Your act has to be the worst of anyone's.”
  • Lutnick: “That's because it doesn't have to be good. That's the beauty of this whole thing.” (61:07)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On New Age Spirituality:
  • “The New Age movement is the ego’s favorite place to hide.” (Mikki Willis, 06:08)
• On the Dalai Lama’s cult-like aura:
  • “People started to treat me as if I was the leader of this group...this is how the members of a cult create the cult leader—they give them their power.” (Mikki Willis, 11:44)
• On Chopra’s Response:
  • “‘No misconduct. Zero misconduct. That’s his official—’” (Jimmy Dore and reporter, 27:01)
  • “If there was really zero misconduct, why would you be so defensive?” (Jimmy Dore, 27:04)
• On the Weaponization of Porn:
  • “It is so effective that it’s been used as a weapon of war, and it’s being used as a weapon of war.” (Mikki Willis, 48:27)
  • “It’s done more damage to our collective psyche on how to actually create family and to be with each other and to create a responsible home life.” (Mikki Willis, 53:12)
• On Elite Evasion:
  • “Your act has to be the worst of anyone’s.”
    – “That’s because it doesn’t have to be good.” (Jimmy Dore & “Howard Lutnick,” 61:07)
• On US Foreign Policy:
  • “This is called terrorism. This is us using violence. This is economic violence, starving people, making them close their hospitals.” (Jimmy Dore, 38:35)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 02:39 – Start of Dalai Lama/Epstein discussion
• 03:42–08:41 – Mikki Willis recounts personal experiences with the Dalai Lama, reflections on New Age hypocrisy
• 12:57–16:23 – Epstein–Chopra emails, spiritual leaders’ hypocrisies exposed
• 18:41–20:05 – Mikki’s insight into Deepak Chopra’s staff and behavior
• 21:20–27:04 – Deepak Chopra confronted at airport, refuses comment
• 29:14–40:27 – Jimmy’s breakdown of US “siege warfare” against Cuba; geopolitical context
• 40:27–47:32 – “Honeypot” blackmail operations: Hefner, Combs, Epstein, and the fate of compromise material
• 47:32–54:11 – Weaponization and societal impact of pornography, Goldstein quote
• 54:51–62:19 – Satirical call-in: “Howard Lutnick” and the playbook of elite denial

Tone & Style

Jimmy and Mikki’s tone is skeptical, irreverent, and unfiltered. The show blends personal narrative, dark humor, and cutting analysis, often turning to satire when exposing the powerful’s evasions.

Conclusion

The episode offers a searing critique of revered spiritual and public figures entangled with Epstein, the underbelly of elite power networks, and the broader themes of exploitation and complicity within both spiritual communities and government/media establishments. The hosts urge skepticism towards authority and highlight how elite impunity persists—often masked by distractions, slow investigations, and manipulative public relations.