The MeidasTouch Podcast

Episode: Trump’s Dark Past Used by FBI to Shake Him Down?!!
Date: February 23, 2026
Hosts: Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas
Network: MeidasTouch Network

Episode Overview

This episode dives into the latest revelations stemming from the Epstein files and their connections to Donald Trump, his inner circle, and powerful global figures. The Meiselas brothers analyze new stories about missing evidence, confidential government agreements, suspicious legal maneuvers, and the possible leverage these secrets may confer to both Trump associates and foreign actors. The tone fluctuates between investigative fervor and the brothers’ trademark lively, sometimes irreverent banter.

Key Topics and Insights

1. Shocking New Revelations in the Epstein Files

[01:15 – 07:40]

• Coverage of Missing Epstein Evidence:
  The hosts report on newly surfaced details indicating up to 50 terabytes of Epstein documents remain missing, which could amount to "tens or even hundreds of millions" of documents—far more devastating than the already explosive files released to the public.
• Extent of Trump Connections:
  Released, though heavily redacted, files mention "38,000 references to Donald Trump," with speculation there could be up to a million references when fully unredacted.
• Associates with Leverage ("the Goods") on Trump:
  Cash Patel, Dan Bongino, and others are called out for knowing "what Donald Trump was up to," acting with seeming impunity because "Donald Trump is scared of the info we have."

“Keshe Patel and this whole Trump regime… they now have all of the information, not just on Donald Trump, but his inner circle and their friends and the Epstein class… I’m untouchable because I know what’s really gone down in the Epstein files.” — [03:40]

• International Leverage – Iranian Hackers:
  The podcast links cyberattacks from groups tied to Iran to potential possession of Trump’s secrets, implying international players have leverage over Trump too.

2. Confidentiality and Government Cover-Ups

[07:40 – 10:55]

• DOJ Treats Epstein’s Death as a "Murder":
  The hosts quote emails between prosecutors that refer to Epstein’s “murder” and discuss confidentiality agreements drafted for this case. They note the oddity of such agreements given existing privacy laws, raising questions about what’s really being hidden.
• Evidence Removal by Epstein:
  Drawing on new reporting from The Telegraph, the hosts detail Epstein hiring PIs to extract computers and photographs from his estates and hide them in unsearched storage units. These may contain unseen evidence on Epstein and his “associates”—which includes Donald Trump.

"Epstein hid computers and photographs… in secret storage lockers… the possibility they may contain unseen evidence relating to Epstein and his associates." — [09:17]

3. Ghislaine Maxwell’s Legal Maneuvers

[10:55 – 12:14]

• Maxwell’s Habeas Corpus Petition and Excuses:
  Ghislaine Maxwell claims she can’t secure a personal lawyer to argue a habeas petition, using newly revealed files to allege the charges against her are suspect—despite already exhausting her appeals.
• Contradiction Exposed:
  The brothers highlight Maxwell’s legal filings in a civil case (trying to block release of further Epstein documents), arguing she’s lying about her inability to afford or hire representation.

"She's pretending that she's unable to secure a personal lawyer… she's a sicko pedo. She says it vindicates her because it shows… the survivors lied about being minors." — [11:34] (host commentary, echoing Maxwell’s shocking claim for context)

4. Cash Patel’s Arrogance and Impunity

[14:12 – 16:09]

• Patel’s Public Mockery:
  Patel is seen partying with Olympic gold medalists in Milan despite previous denials, representing (in the hosts’ view) the culture of impunity among those closest to Trump.
• Discussion of Suppressed Evidence:
  Referencing journalist Michael Wolf, the episode suggests damning photographic evidence (Trump with underage girls at Epstein’s property) is likely among the suppressed files.

"There are photos that he [Wolf] saw of Donald Trump with girls of indeterminate age… Where are those photos? Are those part of the ones being hidden?" — [15:11]

Memorable Quote from Michael Wolf

[16:09 – 17:54]

“He [Epstein] went into his safe and he came out with photographs… Trump with girls of an uncertain age at Epstein's Palm Beach house… I remember very vividly three of them… My assumption is that they were in the safe and I have seen them on other occasions… I think it’s certainly not unlikely that they were in the safe when the FBI came in after his arrest.” — Michael Wolf [16:09]

5. Right-Wing Denials and Media Accountability

[17:54 – 18:52]

• Right-Wing Media Reaction:
  The hosts play commentary from Andrew Schulz and right-wing podcasters dismissing the revelations as a "Democrat hoax," which the hosts counter is a proven falsehood.
• Pressing Cash Patel for Regret:
  In a clip with Bret Baier, Patel claims, “we produced the most transparent DOJ and FBI in history,” but dodges questions about regret or accountability for how the case has been handled.

"[We] produced everything we legally and lawfully could... Could we have gotten there faster? I’m not really sure." — Cash Patel [19:10]

6. Public Reaction and International Ramifications

[19:47 – 23:02]

• Public Outrage:
  A Missouri voter is played calling for Trump and his allies to be "removed and prosecuted for their crimes against the public.”
• Tucker Carlson Interview with Mike Huckabee:
  Carlson presses former Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee about the inclusion of Israeli leaders in the Epstein files and the ongoing classification of files for “national security.” Huckabee pleads ignorance, expressing surprise that Israeli officials’ names appear, and offers no explanation for the secrecy.

"Why are millions of Epstein files still classified?... What would those national security reasons be, do you think?" — Tucker Carlson [20:44]

"Honestly, I think you probably got more access to the White House sometimes than I do. You should ask them." — Mike Huckabee [22:19]

Notable Quotes and Moments

• On leverage and impunity:
  “He’s saying to the world, I don’t give an F about this. I’m untouchable. Because this behavior is not just fireable. This is… as criminal as you get.” — [14:12]

• On government secrecy:
  “Why would they need to separately sign a confidentiality order into the murder? Is what the prosecutors use the word. Jeffrey Epstein.” — [08:37]

• On concealed evidence:
  “Search warrants reviewed… show US authorities never raided these lockers, raising the possibility they may contain unseen evidence relating to Epstein and his associates.” — [09:17]

• On global implications:
  “Iran and Iranian hackers… saying to Donald Trump, guess what we did when we hacked Truth Social... They've got dirt on Donald Trump.” — [04:42]

Important Timestamps

• Epstein files and missing evidence: [01:15 – 07:40]
• DOJ's "murder" language and confidentiality: [07:40 – 10:55]
• Maxwell’s legal strategy and contradictions: [10:55 – 12:14]
• Cash Patel’s behavior and suppressed evidence: [14:12 – 16:09]
• Michael Wolf’s firsthand description of incriminating photos: [16:09 – 17:54]
• Media denial and Cash Patel’s public statements: [17:54 – 19:45]
• Tucker Carlson interviews Mike Huckabee about classified Epstein files: [20:36 – 23:02]

Final Thoughts

Throughout the episode, Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas blend sharp, fact-driven analysis with pointed humor and plain indignation. They emphasize the extraordinary volume of yet-unseen Epstein evidence implicating Trump and global elites, and scrutinize the culture of impunity among Trump’s associates. The brothers insist accountability—both legal and public—remains elusive due to strategic concealment, legal maneuvering, and international intrigue. The episode closes with an urgent call for transparency and independent journalism.