Podcast
The Opportunist
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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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Tai Lopez: Guru to Grifter
4d ago00:37:35Tap to summarizeOn 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.Thank you to our sponsors:- 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, kitchen, and bedding. Go to quince.com slash opportunist for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Now available in Canada too. That's quince.com/opportunist.- Grow Therapy: online therapist marketplace with no subscription and no big commitment. Pay by the session, filter by insurance, specialty, background, and availability, and you may be able to start within a couple of days. Accepts over 125 insurance plans, sessions average $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0 depending on their plan. Visit growtherapy.com slash opportunist today to get started. That's growtherapy.com/opportunist.- Pluto TV: free streaming with thousands of movies and shows, all free, including Terminator 2, Fringe, Arrow, The 100, and The X-Files. No credit card needed. 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.
Transcribe →Sister Mary Margaret Kreuper: Unholy Roller
2w ago00:37:01Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, Mary Margaret Kreuper and Lana Chang were trusted educators and religious leaders at St. James Catholic School - until missing school funds shattered the community’s faith in them. The episode traces how two women who preached morality and discipline allegedly concealed a secret double life for years.Thank you to our sponsors:Mint Mobile: Get premium wireless starting at just $15/month at mintmobile.com/opportunistSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Natalie Marie Gonzalez: High Achiever Drug Dealer
May 1100:42:19Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, Natalie Marie Gonzalez built the image of a driven high achiever while secretly operating a drug distribution scheme. The episode traces how ambition and access helped her rise - and how that same double life ultimately caught up with her.Thank you to our sponsors:- AquaTru: countertop reverse-osmosis water purifier that removes 84 contaminants including lead, chlorine, forever chemicals, and microplastics. "Head over to Aquatru.com now and get 20% off your purifier using promo code OPPORTUNIST."- Grow Therapy: online therapist marketplace that takes insurance (over 125 plans), sessions average $21, virtual or in-person, nights and weekends available. "Visit GrowTherapy.com slash OPPORTUNIST today to get started. That's GrowTherapy.com slash OPPORTUNIST."- Mint Mobile: premium wireless plans starting at $15 a month on the largest 5G network. Bring your own phone and number, activate with eSIM in minutes. "Shop plans at mintmobile.com slash opportunist. That's mintmobile.com slash opportunist."- Quince: affordable luxury basics priced 50 to 80% less than similar brands by working directly with ethical factories and cutting out the middleman. "Head to quince.com slash opportunist for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns."- Pluto TV: free streaming with thousands of movies and shows (Terminator 2, Fringe, Arrow, The 100, The X-Files). No credit cards needed. "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.
Transcribe →Chef Valentino Luchin: Recipe for Ruin
Apr 2700:33:21Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, chef Valentino Luchin built an acclaimed restaurant - until mounting financial pressure drove him to a drastic choice. The episode traces how a celebrated career unraveled into a string of bank robberies in an attempt to stay afloat.Thank you to our sponsors:Grow Therapy: GrowTherapy.com/OpportunistPluto TV: Pluto.tvSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Dishonorable Judge Mullins: Above the Law
Apr 1300:35:32Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, we tell the story of Kentucky Judge Kevin Mullins, who allegedly used his position to solicit sex from inmates, and how his abuse of power came to a shocking end.Thank you to our sponsors:Quince: Quince.com/Opportunist for free shipping 365 day returnsMint Mobile: montmobile.com/opportunist $15/monthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Daryl Hagler and Kenny Rozenberg: The Care Con
Apr 600:33:37Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, Daryl Hagler and Kenneth Rozenberg built a sprawling nursing home network in New Jersey — where profits allegedly came before patient care. The episode traces how their operation drew scrutiny, and the fallout from a system critics say put vulnerable residents at risk.Thank you to our sponsors:Quince: Quince.com/Opportunist for free shipping 365 day returnsMint Mobile: montmobile.com/opportunist $15/monthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Murder, Money, and a Children's Book
Mar 3000:34:48Tap to summarizeKouri Richins was a grieving widow—or so it seemed—until her husband’s suspicious death revealed a web of deceit and greed. In this episode, we uncover the chilling story of how she exploited trust and love in a scheme that shocked everyone who knew her.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Ian Bick: Ponzi Party
Mar 1600:35:00Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, Ian Bick built the image of a young entrepreneur while secretly running a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme out of Danbury, Connecticut. The episode traces how a teenager convinced friends, investors, and even family to trust him - until the scheme began to unravel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Ari Gisell: Murder in Baja
Mar 200:36:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Opportunist, Ari Giselle is at the center of a case tied to the killing of three surfers in Baja California. The episode traces how the crime unfolded - and how it turned a long-considered tourist playground into the focus of international scrutiny.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The Reckoning of LA County: Camp Scott
Feb 1600:38:59Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Opportunist, probation guards at LA County’s Camp Scott, entrusted with the care of vulnerable girls, are accused of using their authority to sexually abuse those in custody. The episode examines how power, isolation, and a broken oversight system created the conditions for exploitation- and the reckoning that followed.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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