{"podcast":{"title":"The True Crime Tapes","slug":"the-true-crime-tapes-5596626","podcast_index_feed_id":5596626,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/5621851/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-crime-tapes--5621851","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f806e002b2c7e16b01b7ca1308804c60.jpg","author":"Bobby Capucci","episode_count":1000,"summary":"The True Crime Tapes pulls you into the shadowy depths of the criminal underworld, where the line between justice and chaos is razor-thin. Each episode dissects the minds of history’s most infamous serial killers, unravels the inner workings of organized crime syndicates, and investigates baffling missing person cases that still haunt the public’s imagination. From the bloody reign of ruthless mob bosses to the chilling patterns of elusive predators, True Crime Time delivers gripping, deeply researched storytelling that leaves no stone unturned. With a relentless pursuit of truth, True Crime Time goes beyond the headlines, diving into the psychology, motives, and investigations behind the world’s most shocking crimes. You’ll hear firsthand accounts, expert analysis, and rare archival material that shed new light on cases both well-known and obscure. Whether it’s the brutality of cartel wars, the sinister precision of serial murderers, or the eerie last-known moments of vanished souls, this podcast brings you face-to-face with the darker side of human. Every week, True Crime Time takes you on a journey through the twisted corridors of crime, guided by immersive storytelling and chi…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-11T22:18:04.649674+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-true-crime-tapes-5596626"},"episode":{"title":"The Epstein Shadow Over Bill Gates’ Philanthropic Empire Sparks Billionaire Revolt","slug":"the-epstein-shadow-over-bill-gates-philanthropic-empire-sparks-billionaire-revolt","published_at":"2026-06-08T19:45:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-true-crime-tapes-5596626/the-epstein-shadow-over-bill-gates-philanthropic-empire-sparks-billionaire-revolt","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-true-crime-tapes-5596626","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-epstein-shadow-over-bill-gates-philanthropic-empire-sparks-billionaire-revolt--72420333","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72420333/billgatesrelationshipbuffet.mp3","summary":"The Giving Pledge—founded by Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates, and Warren Buffett—is facing growing backlash as several high-profile billionaires distance themselves from the initiative amid renewed scrutiny over Gates’ past association with Jeffrey Epstein. Critics, including Peter Thiel, have mocked the pledge as “Epstein-adjacent,” arguing that Gates’ ties to Epstein have tainted the philanthropic effort and damaged its credibility. Some prominent figures, such as Brian Armstrong, have already stepped away, while others have reportedly reconsidered their involvement, viewing the initiative as politically driven and increasingly controversial. Beyond the Epstein-related criticism, the pledge is also under fire for lacking accountability and enforcement, since participants are not legally required to follow through on their commitments and can delay donations for decades. Critics argue that much of the pledged wealth sits in foundations or donor-advised funds rather than reaching active charities, raising questions about the program’s real-world impact. While defenders of the pledge point to its global reach and hundreds of signatories, even insiders—including Melinda French Gates—have acknowledged that progress has been uneven and has fallen short of initial expectations. to contact me: bobbycapucci@protonmail.com source: Billionaires bolt from Bill Gates' scandal-scarred Giving Pledge as critics brand it 'Epstein-adjacent'","meta_description":"The Giving Pledge—founded by Bill Gates, Melinda French Gates, and Warren Buffett—is facing growing backlash as several high-profile billionaires distance…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":849,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-true-crime-tapes-5596626/episodes/the-epstein-shadow-over-bill-gates-philanthropic-empire-sparks-billionaire-revolt/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-true-crime-tapes-5596626/the-epstein-shadow-over-bill-gates-philanthropic-empire-sparks-billionaire-revolt.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}