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Nina Burleigh

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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Jeffrey Epstein is said to have trafficked “more than a thousand” humans during his sinister reign as brothelkeeper to the elites. @ninaburleigh.bsky.social delves into public domain records to further dissect his European travels in American Freakshow.
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The French Connection
Monsieur Epstein’s Parisian Node
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Follow the money: Director Barbara Shearer and Nina Burleigh discuss what they learned about Epstein working on their @peacock series: Ghislaine Maxwell, Sex, Lies, and Mon... youtu.be/9fgW5JHD7UE?... via @YouTube
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Barbara Shearer and Nina Burleigh: Ghislaine Maxwell, Sex, Lies, and Money. Live, 08/24/2025
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
We know Epstein regarded Paris Fashion Week as deer hunters anticipate the shooting season in Pennsylvania. Read the 2018 text exchange with Steve Bannon in The French Connection ... www.americanfreakshow.news/p/the-french...
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The French Connection
Monsieur Epstein’s Parisian Node
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Jeffrey Epstein Aided Alan Dershowitz’s Attack on Mearsheimer and Walt’s “Israel Lobby” www.dropsitenews.com/p/jeffrey-ep...
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Jeffrey Epstein Aided Alan Dershowitz’s Attack on Mearsheimer and Walt’s “Israel Lobby”
Epstein and Alan Dershowitz collaborated on smear campaigns against Mearsheimer, Walt, and an underage assault victim making allegations against Epstein—in the same week.
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
American Freakshow author @ninaburleigh.bsky.social takes a deep dive into the recently released Epstein emails and shines a light on Steve Bannon and Jeffrey Epstein's (really) close relationship — and the bizarre documentary project they were working on together.
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The Last Picture Show
The “Epic Epic Epic” Bannon-Epstein Bromance
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Tom Carter @thcarter123.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
So far, the only incisive newspaper or magazine look at DC politics to printed in a US publication. @ninaburleigh.bsky.social @garethgore.bsky.social archive.ph/3KC6P
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Trump regime forced FBI to hand over evidence against the rape-accused malignant online rape cheerleaders Tate brothers. www.propublica.org/article/andr...
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
The Last Picture Show In the latest Freakshow we look at the Bannon Epstein texts, their bromance and plans for a movie. www.americanfreakshow.news/p/the-last-p...
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The Last Picture Show
The “Epic Epic Epic” Bannon-Epstein Bromance
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
How are Luigi Mangione, Zohran Mamdani, and Leonardo DiCaprio all connected? American Freakshow author @ninaburleigh.bsky.social lays it out for us in her riveting exploration of America's thirst for revolution in the era of Trump.
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You Say You Want a Revolution
Luigi, Mamdani and Leo DiCaprio
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Clara Jeffery @clarajeffery.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Solar’s price drop is astonishing: panels are now 98% cheaper than when I first analyzed them in 2004.

Today, building a fence with solar can be cheaper than using wood.
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Follow the money: Director Barbara Shearer and Nina Burleigh discuss what they learned about Epstein working on their @peacock series: Ghislaine Maxwell, Sex, Lies, and Mon... youtu.be/9fgW5JHD7UE?... via @YouTube
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Barbara Shearer and Nina Burleigh: Ghislaine Maxwell, Sex, Lies, and Money. Live, 08/24/2025
YouTube video by Nina Burleigh
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 09/11/2025
Newsom: "Think about the state of mind of the VP. How do you square the circle when you go to a prayer breakfast? Old testament, new testament. What's the fundamental thing that connects John to Matthew to Proverbs? It's this notion of hunger, feeding the poor. It's central to advancing God's will."
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
My debut novel is a dystopic satire about disinformation that will make you laugh and nod in recognition. Available in paper and electronic on Amazon, at independent bookstores, and coming soon on Audible. www.amazon.com/Zero-Visibil...
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Far-right think tank and publisher of the infamous Project 2025, the Heritage Foundation, is under fire for cozying up to Nazis. The only people who are surprised? MAGA's "Israel-stans," writes @ninaburleigh.bsky.social.
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The Great MAGA Crackup
How Much Longer Can White Christian Nationalists and Israel-stans Get Along?
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Tom Carter @thcarter123.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Wow! Two of my favorites live. @ninaburleigh.bsky.social @lkatfield.bsky.social www.americanfreakshow.news/p/live-with-...
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LIVE: with Laura Field, author of Furious Minds
A recording from Nina Burleigh's live video
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 09/11/2025
Hey Hey! Now posting my American Freakshow interviews with writers and political strategists, and my own readings on a YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/channel/UCj3...
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Bestselling author and journalist. Check out my weekly Newsletter, American Freakshow.
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
American Freakshow author @ninaburleigh.bsky.social takes a look at how the same women peddling milkmaid dresses and stay-at-home motherhood are ALSO chasing professional clout and fighting for public influence. So why are they *really* peddling MAGA ideology?
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You Make Me Feel Like a (Natural) Woman
Helen Andrews and Milkmaids on the March
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Greg Olear @gregolear.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Guys, @ninaburleigh.bsky.social is always good but she’s been on a heater the last few weeks. This Russ Vought dude—the one who said he wanted federal employees in trauma—is such a fucking loser.
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Russ Vought Gets Some
White Christian Nationalists at Play
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
COURIER's @ninaburleigh.bsky.social dives into Project 2025 architect Russell Vought's messy divorce — and the scandal his ex-wife is ensnared in. Read the latest issue of American Freakshow now:
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Russ Vought Gets Some
White Christian Nationalists at Play
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
@ofthebraveusa.bsky.social
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Nice day on Pennsylvania Ave. So much wit and creativity on our side ... #nokings
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Julia Carrie Wong @joolia.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
exhibit a of “has never been a reporter” www.nytimes.com/2025/10/19/b...
Now in a position of power at the network, Ms.
Weiss is the one concerned about leaks. She has complained that her comments at private CBS meetings keep turning up in media reports, asking if the company can identify the leakers, according to three people familiar with her remarks.
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
The veterinarian who worked with this animal shelter in Gaza was reportedly killed a few days ago for crossing an unmarked line post-"ceasefire" when he went to check out his ruined home. Sulala had a lot of western followers. @avmajavma.bsky.social @veterinarydaily.com
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 19/10/2025
KARL: I mean, you could swear in Adelita Grijalva tomorrow, right? MIKE JOHNSON: No, not tomorrow. We couldn't. We wouldn't.
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George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Finally came across video of an arrest at a #NoKings event yesterday. 🙄
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George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Wow.
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Jacob Silverman @jacobsilverman.com · 07/10/2025
It's pub day for my book, "Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Valley," which chronicles the rise of the tech right and their role in the 2024 election. Thanks to everyone who helped along the way. linktr.ee/gildedrage
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A searing look at the rise of Silicon Valley's far right. Out October 2025.
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Background Briefing with Ian Masters @ianmastersmedia.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
We are joined by @ninaburleigh.bsky.social to discuss the influence of Laura Loomer and how far the country will sink into the Trumpian abyss of corruption. soundcloud.com/user-8304426...
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How Far Will the Country Sink Into the Trump Abyss of Corruption and Venality?
Background Briefing goes far beyond the headlines and deep under the radar to bring forward truths unheard elsewhere in American media. Background Briefing features international and national news, ex
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
That time Jeff lunched at the CIA: Epstein and the Global Establishment In the latest Freakshow www.americanfreakshow.news/p/epstein-an...
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Epstein and the Global Establishment
That time Jeff lunched at the CIA
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Tom Carter @thcarter123.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
This is as bad as it gets. @ninaburleigh.bsky.social has maybe the most frightening column Ive read yet. Kegseth. Rivers of blood! open.substack.com/pub/american...
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War and Rumors of War
What is Pete Hegseth Up To?
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
COURIER's @ninaburleigh.bsky.social dissects the Marvel-like imagery the Trump admin is using to showcase its assault on American cities — and how right-wing media is helping the admin pull it off.
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The Insurrectionist Acts
Donald’s Diversionary Crackdown
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
With the shutdown, DC Christofascist insider and transparent seaworm Vought is having his day in the sun. We discuss him here. Freak of the Week: Russell Vought www.americanfreakshow.news/p/freak-of-t...
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Freak of the Week: Russell Vought
The Transparent Seaworm
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Glen Jackson @glenjackson.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
In recent days, the spectacle of state power abusing American citizens has reached critical mass. Coast to coast, masked thugs are dragging Americans off by their clothes and hair. Peaceful protestors branded as “terrorists” are being shoved into unmarked vans. @ninaburleigh.bsky.social
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The Insurrectionist Acts
Donald’s Diversionary Crackdown
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
With the shutdown, DC Christofascist insider and transparent seaworm Vought is having his day in the sun. We discuss him here. Freak of the Week: Russell Vought www.americanfreakshow.news/p/freak-of-t...
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Freak of the Week: Russell Vought
The Transparent Seaworm
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Today, @BasedMikeLee is blaming “Marxists” for the horror movie-worthy door cam image of right-wing assassin Vance Boelter in latex mask, a cenobite from the series Hellraiser. I take apart what's wrong with that in the latest Freakshow. A Monster in Minnesota open.substack.com/pub/american...
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A Monster in Minnesota
Another Episode in the All-American Horror Show of White Christian Nationalism
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Going live on Chicago radio in a minute or so talking about the Texas Chain Saw Misogyny tactics against women. Join me this afternoon at 3PM CST for an interview on Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive. You can tune in live at tunein.com/radio/WCPT-8...
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WCPT 820 - Located in Chicago, WCPT Radio is one of the last independently owned radio stations in the country. Tune in to WCPT live to hear progressive voices made to keep you entertained and informe...
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Jen Rubin @jenrubin.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
now HERE is some responsible reporting: www.wsj.com/us-news/prot...
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The White House Marching Orders That Sparked the L.A. Migrant Crackdown
After deportations fell short of President Trump’s campaign promises, federal agents summoned to a meeting in Washington were told to “just go out there and arrest illegal aliens.”
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Stephen Miller, Freak of the Week, Any Week! www.americanfreakshow.news/p/freak-of-t...
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Freak of the Week: Stephen Miller
Behind Miller's Anti-Immigrant Agenda
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
"Since so many of the abuses emerged from the test kitchen of woman-hating that is the Lone Star State, I call this Texas Chain-Saw Misogyny," writes @ninaburleigh.bsky.social in this week's American Freakshow.
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Ladies, Please Step Out In the Parking Lot to Die
Texas Chain-Saw Misogyny
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Tom Carter @thcarter123.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Absolutely must watch for anyone interested in @gilduran.com or @jennycohn.bsky.social intersection of religion, science, Epstein, Mountainhead & techbro wankery. A conversation w English majors @ninaburleigh.bsky.social @virginiaheffernan.bsky.social www.americanfreakshow.news/p/live-with-...
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Live with Nina Burleigh
A recording from Nina Burleigh's live video
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Charlie Warzel @cwarzel.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
"fully operational mobile McDonald’s unit" is a phrase that makes me feel like maybe i've passed away and all the news i read is all just the final neurons in my brain racing around making haphazard connections in the moments before darkness
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
"The gilded plane ... seems to have woke the gag reflex of some leading MAGAs ... [But] no hint of outrage ruffles the alabaster brow of the nation’s top law enforcement official, Attorney General Pam Bondi," writes @ninaburleigh.bsky.social in this week's American Freakshow.
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A Thousand and One Nights of Grift
Is this the $400 million plane that broke the camel’s back?
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Could it be that colossal baksheesh is what it takes to cure the so-far incurable Obama Derangement Syndrome, the racist mind-virus behind the MAGA fever that turns Trump into a hallucination of white Jesus? A Thousand and One Nights of Grift www.americanfreakshow.news/p/a-thousand...
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A Thousand and One Nights of Grift
Is this the $400 million plane that broke the camel’s back?
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
The sad childhood and adolescence, the slow physical decline, and now death by suicide of Virginia Giuffre – if it means anything, and it should – reminds us that the myth of the naturally pliant woman is evil and damaging. In the latest Freakshow www.americanfreakshow.news/p/epstein-tr...
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Epstein, Trump, and the Myth of the Happily Transactional Woman
On the Death of Virginia Giuffre
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Joe Conason @joeconason.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
TODAY'S MUST READ: Our friend @ninaburleigh.bsky.social asks why @realbillmaher.bsky.social -- and men like him -- are so untroubled by #Trump's vile attacks on women.
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Trump's War Of Aggression Against American Women
Last week, HBO comedian Bill Maher waxed effusive about Trump’s graciousness and charm at a White House dinner the president hosted for him, Kid Rock, and UFC head Dana White. On his Real Time show, M...
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COURIER @couriernewsroom.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
"These [far-right] men have been licking their chops for more than a decade for a chance to conclave and install a man more of their ilk," writes @ninaburleigh.bsky.social.
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The Far Right is Coming for the Vatican
JD Vance and the End of the Pope Francis Era
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Tom Carter @thcarter123.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
@ninaburleigh.bsky.social had a terrific live interview today w author of Opus @garethgore.bsky.social. Want to know more about the extreme right Catholic sect running Leonard Leo, Supreme Court, DC and HD Vance - listen to this podcast - then read the book open.substack.com/pub/american...
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Live with Nina Burleigh
A recording from Nina Burleigh's live video
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Nina Burleigh @ninaburleigh.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
IS there a Silicon Valley titan who is not a sick, lonely freak? Zuck doesn't want to miss out on the "Submissive schoolgirl" sex chatbot market. Also, the WSJ has been ON FIRE with this coverage. (last week the Musk baby mamas) www.wsj.com/tech/ai/meta...
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Meta’s ‘Digital Companions’ Will Talk Sex With Users—Even Children
Chatbots on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp are empowered to engage in ‘romantic role-play’ that can turn explicit. Some people inside the company are concerned.
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