# The anatomy of a scandal: Why the Epstein files don't just fade away

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Podcast: [Unspun](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unspun-6601575)
Published: 2026-03-03T17:12:15+00:00
Episode link: https://mswmedia.com/show/unspun/
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Some scandals flare up, peak, and vanish. Others come back for years. In this episode of UnSpun , I trace the difference. Why was the Access Hollywood episode a brief burst, while h the Jeffrey Epstein case a story keeps returning in cycles, fed by court filings, testimony, and periodic document releases. Join me as I break down the structural forces that determine whether a scandal sticks. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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