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Brett Ratner

Mentioned in 15 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

Hollywood film director known for the Rush Hour franchise who returned to filmmaking with the 2024 Melania Trump documentary. Podcasts discuss his work primarily in relation to the Melania film and his 2017 sexual misconduct allegations, which were accused by multiple women and denied by Ratner. His documented associations with Jeffrey Epstein have also been cited in podcast coverage.

Episode Appearances

CrimeLess

CrimeLess · Apr 1, 2026

Funny Money

Director of Rush Hour 2 and Melania Trump documentary; discussed in context of prop money production

Counterfeiting history and federal enforcementSecret Service origins and mission evolutionCurrency security features and anti-counterfeiting technology
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Endless Thread

Endless Thread · Feb 20, 2026

Fresh, stale, or politics? The Melania doc's Rotten Tomatoes score, explained

Director of Melania documentary and Rush Hour franchise; faced sexual misconduct allegations in 2017 and was pictured with Jeffrey Epstein

Rotten Tomatoes verification methodology and limitationsAstroturfing and fake reviews in digital platformsDocumentary film marketing and distribution economics
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Pablo Torre Finds Out

Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 13, 2026

Share & Bezos & Tell with Ezra Edelman and David Remnick

Filmmaker of Melania documentary; discussed as example of filmmaker compromising independence for payment

Washington Post Sports Section EliminationEditorial Independence vs. Subject ControlBillionaire Ownership of Legacy Media
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I've Had It

I've Had It · Feb 12, 2026

Fifty Shades of Fascism

Film director of Melania documentary implicated in 2018 Me Too allegations and Epstein files

Evangelical Christianity and Fascism NexusMegachurch Prosperity Gospel EconomicsDemocratic Party Primary Manipulation
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Radio Atlantic

Radio Atlantic · Feb 7, 2026

The Meaning of 'Melania'

Director of Melania film; Hollywood filmmaker known for Rush Hour franchise, returned to filmmaking after 2017 Me Too allegations

Documentary filmmaking ethics and authenticityPolitical propaganda and cultural controlFirst Lady image management and femininity performance
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The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show

The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 5, 2026

30.) Shaboozey's GRAMMY Speech, More Epstein Conspiracies, + Ebro at the Super Bowl (2/5/26)

Director of Melania Trump documentary, implicated in Epstein files and 2017 Me Too allegations by six actresses

Epstein Files and High-Profile Figure AccountabilityMedia Ownership and Narrative ControlWashington Post Layoffs and Journalism Crisis
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Kermode & Mayo’s Take

Kermode & Mayo’s Take · Feb 5, 2026

MELANIA: “A piece of handsomely mounted crypto‑fascist propaganda” + Riz Ahmed

Director of Melania documentary, described as pariah since 2017 sexual misconduct accusations

Contemporary Shakespeare adaptationsDocumentary propaganda and ethicsIndependent film distribution
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The Political Scene | The New Yorker

The Political Scene | The New Yorker · Feb 5, 2026

The “Melania” Documentary Offers an Intimate Look at Very Little

Director of Melania documentary; known for Rush Hour films; accused of sexual abuse by ~10 women; denied allegations

Documentary filmmaking and creative control in political mediaFirst Lady role and responsibilities in U.S. politicsImmigration policy and immigrant narratives in Trump administration
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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Feb 4, 2026

Trump Floats Canceling Midterms & MAGA Pushes Alt Super Bowl Halftime Show | Paul Rosolie

Director of Melania Trump documentary; previously appeared in Epstein files and faced sexual harassment allegations

Election Integrity and Democratic NormsTrump's Statements on Canceling MidtermsVoting System Control and Nationalization
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The Tara Palmeri Show

The Tara Palmeri Show · Feb 3, 2026

The Epstein Files and the Prosecutor Under Scrutiny

Film director; pictured alongside Epstein in newly released documents

Epstein Files Release and DOJ MishandlingSurvivor Privacy Violations in Government DocumentsConflicts of Interest in Federal Prosecution
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Bold American Pod

Bold American Pod · Feb 3, 2026

The Bomb Cyclone, More Epstein Files, and The Winter Olympics. BA EP 49

Director of Melania Trump documentary; previously faced Me Too allegations and has Epstein connections

Bomb Cyclone Winter Storm ImpactEpstein Files Document ReleaseGovernment Shutdown and Funding
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The Tara Palmeri Show

The Tara Palmeri Show · Jan 31, 2026

NEW Epstein Files Reveal More Trump Connections

Named in Epstein files; reportedly director of Melania documentary

Epstein Files Release and Document RedactionTrump-Epstein Relationship and AllegationsJustice Department Transparency and Accountability
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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 31, 2026

This Week's News | Jon on Alex Pretti Shooting & Desi on "Melania" Doc and Ilhan Omar Attack

Director of Melania Trump documentary; known for Rush Hour films and Me Too movement allegations

Police Accountability and Use of ForceImmigration Enforcement and ICE OperationsGovernment Transparency and Institutional Credibility
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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 30, 2026

Melania's $40 Million Docu-Bribe Movie Premieres & Dems Make ICE Demands

Director of Melania Trump documentary; known for Rush Hour films and Me Too movement allegations

Trump Immigration CrackdownICE Reform and AccountabilityMelania Trump Documentary
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The Megyn Kelly Show

The Megyn Kelly Show · Jan 29, 2026

Trump Teams Up with Nicki Minaj, Details on Rep. Omar Incident, Rubio vs Senate Dems: AM Update 1/29

Director of Melania documentary; attended White House screening with Tim Cook amid Me Too allegations

Trump Accounts Program and Generational Wealth BuildingCorporate Matching Contributions to Government Investment AccountsCongressional Authorization for Military Operations
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