Intelligence Squared Intelligence Squared Recommends – Power: The Maxwells
Jan 13, 2021
Tara Palmeri, an investigative journalist and host of 'Power: The Maxwells', dives deep into the enigmatic life of Ghislaine Maxwell and her controversial father, Robert Maxwell, a media mogul with a shadowy past. They explore the complexities of Ghislaine's relationship with her father and the impact of his mysterious death on her life. Palmeri also discusses Ghislaine's arrest and the ensuing fallout from the Epstein scandal, revealing the tangled web of power and legacy that continues to captivate the public.
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Ghislaine's Arrest
- Tara Palmeri recounts learning of Ghislaine Maxwell's arrest while on vacation.
- This led her to investigate the Maxwell family, starting with Robert Maxwell.
Understanding Ghislaine
- To understand Ghislaine Maxwell's actions, one must explore her family background.
- Her father, Robert Maxwell, was a complex and influential figure.
Robert Maxwell's Rise and Fall
- Robert Maxwell's life was a rags-to-riches story.
- He rose from poverty to become a media tycoon, but died mysteriously.