17: The Epstein Files & Freedom Of Information Act with Matt Topic

17: The Epstein Files & Freedom Of Information Act with Matt Topic

Author: Jill Wine-Banks & Politicon November 24, 2025 Duration: 18:35
Jill Wine-Banks and Matt Topic discuss the intricacies of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and its implications for transparency in government. They explore the necessity of the Epstein Transparency Act, the challenges surrounding grand jury secrecy, and the efforts to obtain information from the Mueller Report through FOIA requests. The discussion emphasizes the importance of accountability and transparency in government actions and the role of FOIA in achieving these goals.

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12: Understanding the Comey Indictment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:50
Jill Wine-Banks and Jim Robenalt discuss the recent indictment of James Comey, exploring its implications, legal context, and controversies. They delve into the indictment’s details, key figures’ credibility, and broader…
11: Mobilizing Lawyers Against Trump with Traci Feit Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:35
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10: The Legendary Bill Kurtis: A Journey Through Journalism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:20
Jill Wine-Banks interviews Bill Kurtis, a legendary figure in broadcasting, discussing his unexpected journey from law to journalism, the impact of a tornado on his career, and his significant coverage of high-profile ca…
9: Trump’s Crypto Scam Explained [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:49
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8: Trump Force One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:48
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7: Why Trump Is Like A Mob Boss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:16
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6: The Outrage of Political Gifts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:48
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5: How Lawyers Can Stop Trump Breaking Democracy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:12
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4: Why Are They Banning Books? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:55
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3: Bad Law with Elie Mystal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:58
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