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 general podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 0 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #54

  Dean Tran: Fraud, Forgery, and Firearms

  Aug 3, 202632 minS14

  <p>On this episode of The Opportunist, Dean Tran built his political career as a fiscal conservative and trusted public servant in the Massachusetts State Senate - until a string of accusations began to unravel the image he'd carefully constructed. The episode traces how a lawmaker who campaigned on honesty and accountability ultimately ended up convicted on 23 felony counts.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors!</p>Lola Blankets - Wrap yourself in luxury. Get 40% off select products at lolablankets.com with code OPPORTUNIST.Rula - Therapy that takes your insurance. 100+ plans, $15 average copay. Get started at rula.com/opportunist...

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  Episode #53

  Dr. Henry Lee: Evidence of Foul Play

  Jul 27, 202639 minS14

  <p>In this episode, we dive into the controversial career of forensic scientist Dr. Henry Lee, exploring allegations that he may have fabricated or mishandled evidence in several high-profile cases.</p><p>Did one of America's most famous forensic experts use his scientific credentials to help investigators in convicting two innocent men?</p><p>See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.</p>

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  Episode #52

  Arian Taherzadeh & Haider Ali: Highstakes Cosplay

  Jul 6, 202642 minS14

  <p>In this episode of The Opportunist, we explore the bizarre case of Arian Taherzadeh and Haider Ali, who posed as federal agents and infiltrated the highest levels of the U.S. Secret Service with astonishing ease. We delve into the duo's motivations, the extent of their deception, and the ramifications of their actions on national security. Tune in to learn how these two individuals turned deception into an audacious opportunity, exposing serious security flaws surrounding President Joe Biden and his family.</p><p>See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

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  Episode #50

  Luther Davis: Mission Imposter

  Jun 22, 202640 minS14

  <p>On this episode of The Opportunist, former Luther Davis leveraged his football pedigree and connections to build a career representing aspiring NFL players. The episode traces how promises of opportunity and professional success gave way to allegations of deception that left careers and dreams hanging in the balance.</p><p>See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.</p>

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  Episode #48

  Tai Lopez: Guru to Grifter

  Jun 8, 202638 minS14

  <p>On this episode of The Opportunist, Tai Lopez built a massive online following selling the gospel of wealth, knowledge, and hustle - until the SEC alleged he was running a $112 million Ponzi scheme behind the scenes. The episode traces how the internet's most famous self-help guru allegedly used his own playbook to con the very audience he built his empire on.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you to our sponsors:</p><p>- Quince: high quality everyday staples like breathable linen, organic cotton, and washable silk, priced 50 to 80% less than comparable brands, plus elevated basics for your home...

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