
heretics. 596. The UNSPOKEN Prince Andrew-Epstein Photo Mystery | Roy Greenslade
Dec 8, 2025
Roy Greenslade, a veteran British journalist with a storied career in tabloid journalism, delves into the notorious world of undercover reporting. He reveals the behind-the-scenes strategies of Mazher Mahmood, infamous for his manipulative high-profile stings. The discussion uncovers the complexities of the Prince Andrew and Epstein photo, examining media influence over royal narratives. Greenslade also critiques ethical failures in journalism, highlighting the repercussions of phone hacking and the challenges of verifying royal stories.
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How The Central Park Photo Was Orchestrated
- The iconic Prince Andrew–Epstein Central Park photo was the result of a tip-off and a stakeout arranged by Mazhar Mahmood's team.
- The image became decisive because it could be dated and showed Andrew with Epstein after his conviction, damaging his credibility.
From Birmingham Magazine To The Fake Sheikh
- Roy traces Mazhar Mahmood's origins from a Birmingham family magazine to Fleet Street, showing early ambition and recklessness.
- Mahmood repeatedly sacrificed sources and cultivated secrecy to advance his undercover persona.
The Stakeout That Caught Andrew And Epstein
- Roy Greenslade recounts Mazhar Mahmood tipping colleagues to stake out Epstein's house and Ghislaine Maxwell's home.
- Photographer Jay Donnelly chased into the park and captured the famous shot when Epstein and Prince Andrew walked out.



