Change Agents with Andy Stumpf

On today's episode, Andy welcomes back Nick Bryant, investigative journalist and Director of the Organization Epstein Justice, which seeks justice for the victims of Jeffrey Epstein. They discuss the latest document releases related to Jeffrey Epstein, the political battles over transparency, and the unanswered questions surrounding Epstein’s network and influence.

To find out more about Epstein Justice, visit: https://epsteinjustice.com/

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Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:10) Why were so many documents released at once?

(03:41) The legal battle to force disclosure

(06:18) FBI and DOJ position on Epstein network

(08:26) Was Epstein connected to intelligence operations?

(10:18) The theory of Epstein as an intelligence asset

(13:05) Media silence and institutional protection questions

(16:40) Victims, credibility, and public perception

(20:12) Power structures surrounding Epstein’s network

(24:30) Why accountability has been so limited

(29:10) The politics behind document withholding

(34:45) What the remaining files could reveal

(40:20) Names, reputations, and legal risk of disclosure

(45:55) What happens next in the Epstein case

(52:10) Final thoughts on transparency and justice

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Bill Thompson is a retired Chief Warrant Officer 4. He is also a former Cyber Network Operations advisor and program evaluator at DARPA with experience in the fields of AI, Signals, and Human Intelligence.

He is also the founder of the Spartan Forge hunting app: https://spartanforge.ai/

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Chapters:

(01:03) What Is DARPA?

(05:58) Drone Warfare Ukraine

(13:20) The Dangers of Terrorists Using Drones

(16:50) Smartphone Surveillance in the Maduro Raid

(26:00) Using the Internet in Authoritarian Countries

(31:50) Spying on Cell Phones and Stealing Data

(36:50) Choosing Targeted People to Spy On

(39:35) The Vulnerability of Infrastructure to Cyberattacks

(46:35) How Can You Protect Your Data?

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Brad Meltzer is an author, TV personality, and comic book writer. He is known for his deep research into global issues and intelligence, and has even been part of a work group with the CIA, the FBI, and Department of Homeland Security officials to brainstorm new ways that terrorists might strike the U.S.

In addition to creating shows for the History channel, Brad has written for the Batman/Superman, Green Lantern, Justice League and other hit comic book series. His non-fiction books include “The First Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill George Washington,” “The JFK Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy—and Why It Failed” biographies of Albert Einstein, Jackie Robinson and many others

His latest novel, THE VIPER is out now 

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Chapters

(01:14) How Conspiracy Theories Are Formed

(07:26) Theories About the Death of Charlie Kirk

(12:43) The Next Civil War?

(19:46) Do Aliens Exists?

(21:30) The Truth About the Witness Protection Program

(34:19) Secret Tunnels Under the White House

(38:58) George Washington’s Oath of Service 

(41:20) What Happens at Dover Air Force Base

(49:16) Perspectives on PTSD

(52:49) Treating People with Respects and Gratitude 

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Recently, Andy Stumpf visited Jesse James’ Austin shop, for a tour of where he custom makes award-winning motorcycles, muscle cars, firearms, and more.

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:32) - Custom Bikes Tour
(07:18) -Working as Concert Security
(13:39) - The Decision to Start Building Bikes
(16:00) - Custom Cars Tour
(19:19) - Firearm Shop Tour
(23:04) - Family Influence, Football, Work Ethic
(28:30 )- First Job Building Bikes
(29:40) - Custom Firearm Tour
(38:48) - Working Through Anger Issues Growing Up
(46:30) - Custom Engraving Craftsmanship
(47:42) - Thoughts on Jesse's New Book
(50:45) - Elon Musks's Custom Firearm/Custom Engraved Firearms
(58:51) - Philosophy on Success

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On today's episode, Andy sits down with former CIA Targeter Sarah Adams to discuss modern media, misinformation, and the current threat landscape. They focus on the Taliban and Al-Qaeda, how these groups are funded, and how information about them is reported and interpreted.

She also hosts the new podcast The Watch Floor where she breaks down global news and emerging threats, helping everyday people stay informed, prepared, and ready.

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More from Sarah:

YouTube - The Watch Floor: https://www.youtube.com/@thewatchfloor

X: 

https://x.com/The_Watch_Floor

https://x.com/sarahadams

Chapters: 

(00:00) - Introduction

(01:20) - Overcoming Partisanship and New Podcast "The Watch Floor"

(08:16) - Why the US is Funding the Taliban

(13:58) - Politicians allowing the US to Fund the Taliban

(20:30) - What Afghanistan Looks Like Now

(27:34) - How Terror Organizations Recruit New Members

(37:26) - The Rise of the Muslim Brotherhood

(40:17) - The Next Attack

(45:30) - Threats at the Northern Border

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