The Opportunist

By PodcastOne

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 p... more

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How many episodes does The Opportunist have?

The podcast currently has 115 episodes available.

The Opportunist episodes:

November 17, 2024 Tim Ballard E6: Crusade & Conspiracy
In this episode, we delve into Tim Ballard’s connection to QAnon conspiracy theories and the role the Sound of Freedom movie played in reinforcing these narratives. We explore how the film’s themes of child trafficking and heroic rescues mirrored common QAnon stereotypes, fueling its popularity among conspiracy believers.
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39min
November 17, 2024 You Might Also Like: Pod Save America
Introducing Trump's YOLO Cabinet from Pod Save America.
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Donald Trump goes all in on naming his biggest political boosters to Cabinet posts, whether they're qualified or not (they're not!). Trump wants alleged sex offender Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, vaccine skeptic RFK Jr. for HHS Secretary, dictator sympathizer Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence, Fox News host Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense, and Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy for the newly invented Department of Government Efficiency. Jon and Dan discuss the odds of Senate Republicans blocking any of these nominations, why Trump picked them in the first place, and how Democrats can respond without defending the status quo. Then, Jon sits down with Senator-elect Andy Kim of New Jersey to talk about how Democrats can listen and learn after the election, what Kim thinks of Trump's Cabinet picks so far, and learning to be comfortable with uncomfortable politics.

For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email [email protected] and include the name of the podcast.
DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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1h 25min
November 10, 2024 Tim Ballard E5: The Church
In this episode, we examine how Tim Ballard's ties to the LDS Church and his relationship with Former President M. Russell Ballard may have provided cover for the controversial "couple ruse" used in undercover operations. Allegations suggest this tactic, supported by Ballard's church ties, played a role in shielding him from scrutiny as claims of inappropriate behavior surfaced.
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47min
November 10, 2024 You Might Also Like: Lovett or Leave It
Introducing So we ARE going back from Lovett or Leave It.
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This week, Lovett or Leave It takes a big sip of coffee and reads who won the 2024 presidential election. Donald Trump takes the White House, Republicans take the Senate, and RFK Jr. takes the fluoride out of our water the first moment he can. Lovett opens the floor to questions from his audience like, “What the hell?” and “Are you kidding me?" and we cycle through the five stages of being an American, before taking our listeners on a much needed joyride.
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DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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1h 30min
November 03, 2024 Tim Ballard E4: The Couples Ruse
In this episode, we investigate the controversial "couple ruse" tactic used by Tim Ballard during undercover operations. Allegations have surfaced suggesting that this strategy blurred professional boundaries and contributed to claims of inappropriate conduct, with some accusing Ballard of predatory behavior.
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56min
November 03, 2024 You Might Also Like: Build the Change
Introducing The Political Power of Swifties from Build the Change.
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After Kamala Harris launched her presidential campaign, identity-based groups started popping up and organizing calls to express support and raise money. One of those groups was Swifties4Kamala. While organizing around a common musical taste may seem unconventional, they’ve been able to harness their Swiftie power into political power, raising money and organizing calls with big names in politics and culture.
Learn more about how you can build change at actblue.com/buildthechange or follow us on Instagram and TikTok.
DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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26min
October 27, 2024 You Might Also Like: NEWSGIRLS
Introducing Russia Funds American Influencers, The Apprentice Joins Election-tainment Cycle, and Welcome to NEWSGIRLS! from NEWSGIRLS.
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In the inaugural episode of NEWSGIRLS, Wren & Mabel dive into the Tenet Media scandal (00:38), a DOJ indictment of Russian-government actors who allegedly funded an American influencer network. The newsgirls bring you every salacious detail of the scheme, from the comically fake foreign backer to the disturbing content put out in the wake of a terrorist attack.
Then Wren & Mabel give you their thoughts on The Apprentice movie (13:53), the new controversial Trump biopic that almost didn’t make it to theaters. They scrutinize all the ways politics influences entertainment during election cycles.
Finally, the newsgirls take a walk down memory lane to the origins of their friendship and how this podcast came to be! (22:44)
Full video episodes available on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@newsgirlspodcast
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Keep up with us @newsgirlspodcast between episodes

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DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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30min
October 27, 2024 Tim Ballard E3: A Broken Moral Compass
In this episode, we explore the pull of Tim Ballard’s powerful appeal and how his public persona drew volunteers like Bree Righter to the OUR movement. And we look at how that appeal blinded supporters to his potential misdeeds.
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54min
October 18, 2024 Tim Ballard E1: For A Good Cause
In this episode, we dive into the recent allegations made by Celeste Borys against Tim Ballard, the founder of Operation Underground Railroad. Borys accuses Ballard of unethical behavior during their work together, raising serious questions about his methods and leadership. Join us as we unpack these claims and explore their potential impact on Ballard's reputation and anti-trafficking efforts.
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58min
October 18, 2024 Tim Ballard E2: The Origin Myth
In this episode, we explore the rise of Tim Ballard, from his claims of being in the CIA to his early days in law enforcement to at DHS.
We examine how Ballard built a global anti-trafficking organization and gained widespread attention for his daring rescue missions. Tune in to hear the story behind the man and the movement that has sparked both praise and controversy.
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44min

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How many episodes does The Opportunist have?

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