So i think this link needs a lot more attention. It shows a very warm relationship between James Alefantis and Tony Podesta.

http://www.transformerdc.org/about/council James Alefantis is the board President of the Transformer art collection.

https://washingtonlife.smugmug.com/2010-Photos/Transformer-Collectors-View-IV/ Here is an expose by Washington Life Magazine showing that a Transformer art exhibit was held at Tony Podesta's house. Included in the pictures are James Alefantis, David Brock, Tony Podesta, Heather Podesta, Izette Folger, and an exhibit with Marina Abramovich.

I haven't seen this link around enough, I think it needs to be shared in order to enrich our research.