Ellie Leonard, The Panicked Writer | The Frank Figliuzzi Show
Summary
Frank Figliuzzi interviews citizen journalist Ellie Leonard, who discusses her work uncovering missing FBI notes from the Jane Doe Ford interview and the potential leak by a Washington Examiner reporter. They analyze the suspicious circumstances surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s death, the stalled investigation into Zorro Ranch, and the extensive abuse allegations at Interlochen. Leonard also highlights the critical need for increased attention to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Children crisis, arguing it deserves the same investigative rigor as high-profile cases.
Topics discussed
Introduction of guest Ellie Leonard and her background
Ellie's career in journalism and motivation for research
The role of citizen journalists and collaborative research
Investigation into missing FBI notes from Jane Doe Ford interview
Significance of Trump references in the FBI notes
Zorro Ranch investigation and ownership details
Analysis of Epstein's lenient plea deal and prison conditions
Discussion on the circumstances of Epstein's death
Allegations of abuse at Interlochen camp
Status of Ghislaine Maxwell's release and files
Focus on missing and murdered Indigenous women
Closing remarks and where to find Ellie Leonard
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