heretics. 628. "Sarah Ferguson Said 'I'll Give You My Daughters'" - Matthew Steeples
Feb 28, 2026
Matthew Steeples, investigative reporter who exposed Epstein–Maxwell links, breaks down royal scandals and elite corruption. He discusses Prince Andrew’s ties to Epstein, Sarah Ferguson’s controversial messages and boundary failures. The conversation digs into mysterious payments, suspicious property sales, alleged intelligence links and why accountability for the powerful matters now.
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Being A Royal Spare Enables Bad Behaviour
- Matthew Steeples argues being a royal “spare” creates licence to misbehave and avoid scrutiny.
- He uses Prince Andrew's decades-long buffoonery, teddy bear obsession, and permissive royal deafness as examples.
Trade Envoy Role Lacked Accountability
- Steeples calls out the trade envoy role's lack of oversight that let Andrew monetise access.
- He cites unpaid accountability, unclear monitoring of 32 trade envoys, and Andrew charging for taxpayer-funded massages.
Demand Transparency For Royal Privileges
- Do demand transparency and accountability for royals' public roles and state-funded residences.
- Steeples urges questioning why daughters live in palaces and why Andrew remained in royal properties rent-free.