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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.
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- 4 days ago31 min
Mitchell Gaff: The Gum Gambit
When an Everett detective knocked on Mitchell Gaff’s door in 2024, she asked him to try a new chewing gum. He thought it was a taste test. She needed a DNA sample. For the families of Judy Weaver and Susan Vesey, two women murdered four years apart in the same Washington city, that visit would help answer questions they had lived with for decades.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago36 min
Danette Colbert: Bourbon Street Hustler
On this episode of The Opportunist, when 27-year-old Adan Manzano is found dead in a New Orleans hotel room, suspicion quickly turns to Danette Colbert. As investigators dig deeper, they uncover a pattern of manipulation and greed that suggests Adan wasn’t her only victim.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Oct 12, 202639 min
Daejon Love: Swipe Right, Lose Everything
On this episode of The Opportunist, Daejon Love swept women off their feet by posing as a wealthy property developer and a San Francisco 49ers football player - until dozens of victims came forward to reveal he had stolen millions. The episode traces how a serial romance scammer used dating apps, a fabricated lifestyle, and the right amount of charm to exploit the women who trusted him most.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- Sep 28, 202632 min
Gerhardt Konig: Alpine Divorce in the Aloha State
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.
- Sep 14, 202636 min
Ian Mitchell: The Man with Two Names
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: 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 #rulapodPluto 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.
- Sep 1, 20265 min
INTRODUCING "Burden of Proof: Luigi Mangione"
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.
- Aug 31, 202637 min
ANNA MARCH: Nom de Plume
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.
- Aug 17, 202638 min
Cedric Lodge: Grave Mistake
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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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.
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