

“Epstein’s Black Book Is REAL” - Epstein’s DARK Ties To Billionaires, Elites & Intel - Nick Bryant | PBD Podcast | Ep. 638
15 snips Aug 28, 2025
In a gripping conversation, investigative journalist Nick Bryant delves into the chilling connections between elite figures and child trafficking, drawing parallels between the Franklin Scandal and the Epstein case. He discusses the unsettling revelations in Epstein's black book and the implications of high-profile figures linked to these scandals. The urgent need for an independent commission to address systemic child trafficking and the failures of the media in covering such sensitive topics are emphasized. A call to action urges listeners to support initiatives targeting child exploitation.
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Deep Dive Into The Franklin Scandal
- Nick Bryant spent seven years researching the Franklin Scandal and wrote a book documenting a child-trafficking network.
- He faced media indifference and was pushed into fringe podcasts before finding one supportive editor.
Grand Juries Can Be Manipulated
- Nick Bryant links the Franklin and Epstein cases through patterns of cover-up and corrupt grand juries.
- He argues special prosecutors and grand juries can be steered to bury evidence and protect elites.
How The Black Book Reached The Public
- Bryant traveled to Fort Lauderdale and acquired Epstein's "black book" from an attorney tied to victim litigation.
- He published copies with Gawker after sitting on the material for three years.