The Opportunist

The Opportunist tells true stories of regular people who turn sinister by embracing opportunity. How does an everyday person turn into a thief, a scammer or a cult leader? Perhaps the most dangerous person is the one who appears the most normal. Perhaps there is a dark potential lurking inside all of us that is just waiting for the right opportunity to emerge. The Opportunist is an original podcast hosted by Sarah James McLaughlin.

The Opportunist is a true crime podcast hosted by PodcastOne, with 201 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

PodcastOne hosts The Opportunist, a true crime show with 201 episodes published.

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  Episode #58

  Gerhardt Konig: Alpine Divorce in the Aloha State

  Sep 28, 202632 minS14

  On this episode of The Opportunist, Gerhardt Konig was a respected Maui anesthesiologist who took his wife on a birthday hike - and allegedly used the occasion to try to kill her. The episode traces how a crumbling marriage and a doctor's calculated mind led to a cliffside attack that shocked Hawaii. Thank you to our sponsors: History’s Greatest Mysteries — A History Channel original podcast brought to you by Rewind Studios. Follow History’s Greatest Mysteries, available now wherever you listen to podcasts. Pluto TV — Stream blockbuster favorites all summer long, including Anchorman, The Matrix trilogy, Mean Girls, Titanic, and more. Pluto TV: stream now, pay never. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #57

  Ian Mitchell: The Man with Two Names

  Sep 14, 202638 minS14

  On this episode of The Opportunist, Ian Mitchell charmed his way through New York City's elite social circles by assuming a false identity. The episode traces how a smooth-talking con man used a borrowed name, designer clothes, and just enough insider knowledge to swindle friends and associates out of nearly $700,000. Thank you to our sponsors: Ka’Chava — Go to https://kachava.com and use code OPPORTUNIST for 15% off your first order. Quince — Find the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to https://quince.com/opportunist for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Rula — Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/OPPORTUNIST #rulapod Pluto TV — Stream blockbuster favorites all summer long, including Anchorman, The Matrix trilogy, Mean Girls, Titanic, and more. Pluto TV: stream now, pay never. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #28

  INTRODUCING "Burden of Proof: Luigi Mangione"

  Sep 1, 20266 min

  Today, we’re sharing a special look at a podcast we think you’ll like from our friends at ABC Audio and 20/20. It’s called “Burden of Proof: Luigi Mangione.” In this five-part series, ABC News Legal Analyst Brian Buckmire goes deep into the case of Luigi Mangione and Brian Thompson. He’ll unpack the murder itself, the two men at the heart of the story, and how this case has affected the conversation about healthcare in America.  This is episode one, “Christmastime in Altoona.” In this episode, the manhunt for the alleged shooter of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson comes to an end at a McDonald’s in Altoona, PA.  To hear the rest of the series, follow "Burden of Proof: Luigi Mangione" for free on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , or wherever you listen to podcasts. Or listen ad-free on Apple Podcasts by subscribing to 20/20 True Crime+ .  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #56

  ANNA MARCH: Nom de Plume

  Aug 31, 202637 minS14

  Writer Anna March entered Los Angeles literary circles in 2015, presenting herself as a wealthy, successful feminist and advocate for marginalized writers. The episode explores her history of fraudulent ventures and unpaid debts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Episode #55

  Cedric Lodge: Grave Mistake

  Aug 17, 202639 minS14

  On this episode of The Opportunist, Cedric Lodge spent nearly three decades as a trusted morgue manager at Harvard Medical School - until he was caught stealing body parts from donated cadavers and selling them online to collectors across the country. The episode traces how a man entrusted with the remains of people who gave their bodies to science turned that access into a black market, betraying hundreds of grieving families in the process. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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