In this explosive episode of Third Side Convo, host Bob Phipps is joined by Ted Johnson, Jeff Klein, John Dunn, and Bill Russell to tackle one of the most controversial and elusive topics in modern politics: the Epstein files.
From the names the public has never seen to the promises made (and broken) by multiple administrations, the panel dives deep into the critical question: Should everything be released, or is there ever a valid reason to keep certain names hidden?
We discuss:
1. What “full disclosure” really means—and who’s avoiding it?
2. Why trust in government continues to erode?
3. How Epstein’s ties to both parties complicate the political narrative?
4. The moral and legal implications of blackmail, sex trafficking, and power dynamics
5. What transparency really looks like—and whether it’s still possible today?
This isn’t just about Epstein. It’s about the system, the cover-ups, and what the public has a right to know.