Jeffrey Epstein, Howard Lutnick, and the disgraced former prince
Summary
This BBC Global Story episode features an exclusive investigation into US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s undisclosed business ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Whistleblower Simon Andrews reveals evidence of ongoing contact between Lutnick and Epstein, including a shared investment in Adfin, contradicting Lutnick’s public claims. The report also uncovers a proposed 2013 deal involving Prince Andrew, where Epstein advised on a joint venture with Lutnick’s firm.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Epstein files, Lutnik, and World Cup
Andy Verity discovers whistleblower in files
Whistleblower Simon Andrews' background
Andrews' allegations and health crisis at BGC
Howard Lutnick's background and 9/11 hero status
Lutnick's denial of contact with Epstein
New evidence: Emails and Adfin investment
Contradictions in Lutnick's congressional testimony
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Prince Andrew, Lutnick, and Epstein deal
Significance of the Andrew-Lutnick link
Impact on whistleblower Simon Andrews
Outro and credits
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