Overview of New Epstein Emails Directly Implicate Trump - H3 Show #211
Host Ethan Klein opens the episode with entertainment, product plugs and a long glam/makeover segment (guest Cosmo of Cosmo’s Glam Squad/Teddy Glow). Mid-show Dan gives a detailed roundup of newly released Epstein-related emails and texts that put renewed pressure on Donald Trump and others in Epstein’s orbit. The episode mixes lighthearted banter (makeup, fashion, dogs, music) with a substantive news deep dive into the Epstein file releases, reactions from the White House/Republicans, and fresh documentary evidence linking Epstein to high-profile players (emails from/with Ghislaine Maxwell, Michael Wolff, Mark Epstein and new texts involving Steve Bannon).
Main segments & guests
- Cosmo (Cosmo’s Glam Squad) — in-studio makeover and promo for Teddy Glow / Cosmo & Donato fashion stores on Melrose; makeup/lashes demo (Teddy Glow/Teddy Fresh) and clothing reveal (glam rock looks for Ethan & Hila).
- Dan — news deep dive: newly released Epstein emails and text messages.
- Call-ins & chat: Gabe (fan/caller), various livestream donors and chat interactions.
- Sponsor / promo: PrizePicks spot; Teddy Glow/Teddy Fresh product drops promoted.
Topics discussed
- Makeover / fashion segment: Cosmo gives Ethan and Hila glam-rock makeovers, demo of lashes, clothing from Cosmo’s stores, store info/marketing, product restocks (Teddy Fresh/Teddy Glow).
- Dan’s Epstein update (core news segment):
- Democrats released three redacted emails subpoenaed from DOJ; one email from Epstein to Ghislaine Maxwell says: “I want you to realize that the dog that hasn't barked is Trump,” referring to a victim who “spent hours at my house with him.”
- Michael Wolff emails: exchanges showing Wolff and Epstein discussing media strategy and wording for answering questions about Trump; Wolff advised “let him hang himself,” implying strategic leverage.
- A large Republican document dump followed (23,000+ documents) the same day — possible attempts to flood or control the narrative; politics around who releases what and when.
- New texts between Steve Bannon and Jeffrey Epstein (2018) show surprising, casual/cordial interactions — Epstein giving media/appearance advice, banter about interviews and other high-profile people.
- Discussion of who “Bubba” might mean (Mark Epstein’s email jokingly asked if “Putin has the photos of Trump blowing Bubba” — widely viewed as a possible joke or reference; unclear and unproven).
- Reactions: Trump’s Truth Social/statement dismissing “the Epstein hoax,” then calling on DOJ/Pam Bondi to investigate various people (Bill Clinton, Larry Summers, Reid Hoffman, JPMorgan, etc.); White House reportedly met privately with GOP reps (e.g., Lauren Boebert) to discourage pushing for full release.
- Broader point: the emails don’t necessarily provide a single smoking‑gun proof but they add pressure and raise questions about who Epstein communicated with, who advised whom, and what leverage Epstein may have held.
- Miscellaneous: jokes and commentary about meds (Ozempic/weight-loss experiences), music/hardcore punk discussion, watch/WatchTok tangents, AI/viral Yorkie video, Cameo, podcast schedule and upcoming guests (Rich Lux, Harley, Trisha, poker episode).
Key takeaways
- Newly released emails/texts increase scrutiny on Trump-associated figures:
- An Epstein-to-Maxwell email references Trump as “the dog that hasn't barked” and mentions a victim who “spent hours at my house with him.” The victim referenced in later unredacted material is Virginia Giuffre (name appears in other releases), a central Epstein accuser — but context and conflicting statements make interpretation complex.
- Michael Wolff’s communications with Epstein that discuss PR strategy for Trump raise ethical and journalistic questions about Wolff’s role and proximity to Epstein.
- Steve Bannon texts with Epstein (2018) show ongoing contact late in Epstein’s timeline and appear unusually familiar — these messages are a new and significant thread because of Bannon’s longtime influence in Trump circles.
- Republicans and Democrats are releasing document dumps strategically; expect more document-heavy waves (both sides can shape public perception by what they release and how they annotate/redact it).
- The situation remains legally/politically messy: emails are suggestive but not definitive proof of specific crimes by named public figures; investigations, subpoenas, and committee hearings are the next likely steps to clarify details.
- Public/political dynamics: the White House/Trump response is to frame the story as a partisan “hoax” while simultaneously encouraging select GOP members to de‑escalate public pressure — mixed messaging that keeps the story politically charged.
Notable quotes & lines pulled from the episode
- From an Epstein email (as discussed): “I want you to realize that the dog that hasn't barked is Trump.”
- Michael Wolff to Epstein (as quoted): “I think you should let him hang himself.”
- From the Bannon–Epstein texts (examples of tone/strangeness): Epstein: “The front of my house looks like Black Hawk Down” / Bannon laughing; exchanges about on‑air lighting/appearance and “razor blades” banter — showing casual familiarity.
- Trump post (paraphrased on Truth Social): referred to the “Epstein hoax” and urged Attorney General/Pam Bondi & DOJ to investigate a list of figures he named (Clinton, Summers, Hoffman, JPMorgan).
What’s new / why it matters
- These releases re‑energize a long‑running Epstein investigation and focus attention on whether Epstein had leverage over major political and business figures, and whether some in Trump’s circle had recent substantive ties to Epstein.
- The new texts with Steve Bannon (2018) are particularly noteworthy because they are relatively late (after Bannon’s White House tenure) and show ongoing contact with Epstein close to Epstein’s arrest/trial timeframe.
- The political handling (who releases what and the White House pushing GOP members to “stand down”) will shape public perception and could affect Congressional oversight actions.
Caveats & context
- Emails/texts are not final proof of criminal conduct — they are lines of evidence that need corroboration, context and verification. Redactions and selective release can alter interpretation.
- Multiple people named in emails may have differing recollections or have publicly denied the meanings interpreted by others. Some statements referenced in the episode were characterized as jokes, ambiguous shorthand, typos, or inside nicknames (e.g., “Bubba”), so caution in reading headlines is warranted.
- Many of the claims are allegations and the legal process/oversight committees are the appropriate venues for definitive findings.
Recommended follow‑ups / actions (if you want to track this)
- Watch for further releases from the House Oversight Committee (both parties’ productions) and any subpoenas for unredacted material.
- Track press responses and reporting from outlets that are publishing full emails/threads with context.
- Watch for follow‑up hearings or testimony from Michael Wolff, Steve Bannon, Mark Epstein or other named parties; those could clarify intent and context.
- If you want primary source reading: look for the committee’s document repositories and major outlets that host the released PDFs (read full threads rather than isolated quotes).
Quick practical notes & show extras
- Sponsor: PrizePicks — app promo mentioned (code H3 for bonus).
- Fashion/makeup: Cosmo’s Glam Squad (Melrose) and Teddy Glow/Teddy Fresh product drops and restocks were promoted; Ethan and Hila modeled glam-rock looks.
- Upcoming H3 content teased: special poker episode (celebrity poker), guests scheduled next week (Rich Lux, Harley, Trisha Paytas mentioned).
If you want, I can produce a one‑page timeline of the specific email/text releases and the dates they were sent/released, or extract just the primary email/text excerpts Dan focused on and list them with source links.