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Emily Maitlis and Amy Wallace on Virginia Giuffre, Jeffrey Epstein, and Holding Power to Account (Part One)
Intelligence Squared GB
Emily Maitlis (known for her Prince Andrew interview) and Amy Wallace (who worked directly with Epstein survivor Virginia Giuffre) discuss how journalism can hold power to account in the ongoing Epstein scandal. As new documents continue to surface, they explore the systems of privilege that shielded Epstein and failed his victims, offering unique insider perspectives on one of the most significant accountability stories of our time. This is a substantive examination of power, journalism, and justice from two people who shaped how the world understood this case.
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