And we continue our investigation into the Epstein mails….
More on China / Kuhn / Epstein
https://jmail.world Type in the search on top “kuhn+china”
July 31, 2017 —
The Belt and Road Pitch Kuhn explicitly pitches Epstein on partnering in Belt and Road investments — a $7-10 trillion Chinese infrastructure initiative. He says “perhaps I can suggest how we might partner for large opportunities” and adds “please keep confidential.” Epstein responds within hours asking for wire transfer details. The $150,000 first payment follows within 24 hours. https://jmail.world/thread/vol00009-efta00666589-pdf?view=inbox
December 25, 2018 —
The Medal Email Three days after receiving China’s highest foreign honor from Xi Jinping personally, Kuhn emails Epstein on Christmas Day to share the news, then immediately pivots to the Radical Breakthroughs filming schedule. https://jmail.world/thread/vol00009-efta01010482-pdf?view=inbox
January 6, 2019 — Arina
Kuhn tells Epstein he has just met a young woman named Arina with excellent Chinese, a Hong Kong language program, and a father with publishing connections to both Chinese and North Koreans. He has already devised a plan to place her inside CGTN — the CCP’s international propaganda arm — and will personally introduce her to senior executives there. He asks when they can meet. https://jmail.world/thread/vol00009-efta00486235-pdf?view=inbox
Anyone have an idea what this is about please comment: https://jmail.world/thread/EFTA02630131?view=inbox
Likely David Stern https://jmail.world/thread/EFTA02358501?view=inbox
Type in the search box : “robert kuhn” when your in https://jmail.world for more emails.
Re: Kuhn
10 foreigner given friendship metals: http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/201812/19/WS5c194335a3107d4c3a001816.html
Kuhn Foundation CTT JE – Radical Breakthroughs
Dinner with Epstein: https://jmail.world/thread/vol00009-efta00816024-pdf?view=inbox
Most of Robert Lawrence Kuhn’s emails in the Jeffrey Epstein files (the ~694 mentions across the released documents, mostly from 2009–2019) revolve around professional and funding-related discussions tied to Kuhn’s work on the PBS series Closer to Truth.
There’s still a lot more worth digging into here. If you come across anything interesting in your searches, please let us know.
On a personal note, I have to wonder why Robert Kuhn would continue associating with Jeffrey Epstein after his 2008 conviction for procuring minors for prostitution. With so many legitimate foundations and funding sources available to support intellectual and media projects, it’s hard not to conclude that money was the primary motivator.
Sad, but true.
Robert, should you wish to offer any comments, clarifications, or additional context, please feel free to do so here.


Please note:
Robert Lawrence Kuhn, known as a scientist, author, and host of
Closer to Truth, was previously a key associate of the Worldwide Church of God (WCG) in the 1970s. As a PhD researcher, he published in the church’s The Plain Truth magazine and served as an advisor to leader Garner Ted Armstrong before severing ties in 1978.
Kuhn gained prominence within the WCG through his intellectual contributions. He published Why the Vast Difference between Animal Brain and Human Mind? in The Plain Truth magazine, published by Ambassador College.
During a 1977 visit to WCG headquarters, Kuhn outlined theological shifts, including the concept of the “spirit in man,” which attempted to bridge WCG’s traditional, somewhat mechanistic views with more conventional spiritual ideas.
After leaving, Kuhn built a career as a public intellectual, investment banker, and creator of the public television series Closer to Truth.
In 2009, the Worldwide Church of God rebranded as Grace Communion International.
Given Kuhn’s penchant for pedantry, philosophy, progressiveness and pursuit of publicity and money, it’s no stretch to see why he would associate himself with Epstein. Epstein funded much of Kuhn’s endeavors and had a close relationship:
Recent releases of documents from the Epstein estate revealed email exchanges between Kuhn and Epstein. In one instance, Kuhn wrote to Epstein, “Just got to New York — love to meet, brainstorm,” and in another, remarked that a “photo with MBS [Mohammed bin Salman] has become very valuable”.
Note that Robert Kuhn is 81 years old.
As for his association with GTA, let’s just say, birds of a feather flock together.
As for the Vast Difference between Animal Brain and Human Mind, we always assumed that it was because of the cerebral cortex:
The human brain differs from animal brains primarily through a vastly more developed cerebral cortex, featuring higher neuron density and enhanced wiring, which enables superior cognitive functions like complex language, abstract thought, and long-term planning. While animals possess specialized sensory or motor skills, humans uniquely utilize the prefrontal cortex for self-awareness, social cognition, and advanced tool creation, setting the human mind apart through immense cognitive control and cultural development.