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 Hannah Smith.
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  • Sneak Preview of a New Season of “The Opportunist”

    Sneak Preview of a New Season of “The Opportunist”
    Sep 30 2024
    Join the host and producers of The Opportunist for a behind-the-scenes discussion on some of the most captivating single-story episodes from the past season. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at the twists and turns of the upcoming season, which will delve into the rise and fall of Tim Ballard, the founder of the anti-sex trafficking organization Operation Underground Railroad.
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    36 mins
  • Dr. Henry Lee: Evidence of Foul Play

    Dr. Henry Lee: Evidence of Foul Play
    Sep 16 2024
    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. Did one of America's most famous forensic experts use his scientific credentials to help investigators in convicting two innocent men?
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    Less than 1 minute
  • Baby Doe: An Afghan Abduction

    Baby Doe: An Afghan Abduction
    Sep 9 2024
    In this episode, we delve into the controversial story of U.S. Marine Joshua Mast, who adopted a young Afghan girl under questionable circumstances. Using the 2021 fall of Afghanistan and its ensuing chaos as a pretext, Mast navigated legal and ethical gray areas to carry out the adoption, sparking intense debate and legal battles.
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    56 mins

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intriguing story telling

One of my favourite podcasts. Thorough and captivating stories that explain how people use their opportunities to con people. Cult stories are my favourite. And the Robert Courtney story was shocking. Love the hosts voice and how they edit in interviews.

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