The Opportunist

From the outside, Dan Warren’s farm in Madison County, Virginia looked idyllic. A place where life-saving Diabetic Alert Dogs were carefully bred and trained. But in 2011, a cruel fraud was exposed and the families he hurt would search for justice. You can reach us at [email protected] Thank you to our sponsors:  Raycon: Go to BuyRaycon.com/opp to get 15% off your entire Raycon order.  Dipsea: Dipsea is offering an extended 30-day free trial when you go to Dipseastories.com/opp  Apostrophe: Save $15 off your first visit with an Apostrophe provider by going to Apostrophe.com/opp and using code OPP BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/opp Mejuri: Get 10% off your first order at Mejuri.com/opp See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before he even opened its doors, Oobah Butler’s restaurant was number one on TripAdvisor. He had no staff, no menu, and no real location. In fact, the restaurant was a lie. It would launch his career as an internet prankster, blurring the line between reality and illusion, begging the question: can you take a joke too far? You can email us at [email protected] Thank you to our sponsors:  Mejuri - For 10% off your first order, go to mejuri.com/opp Firstleaf - Join today and you’ll get 6 bottles of wine for $29.95 and free shipping. Go to TryFirstLeaf.com/opp HelloFresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/opp14 and use code opp14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts. Everlywell - For 20% off an at-home lab test, go to Everlywell.com/opp  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Serial scammer Candace Clark preyed on vulnerable people who believed she was a friend — but her relentless greed would be her downfall.   Thank you to our sponsors:  Better Help: Go to betterhelp.com/opp to get 10% off your first month Dipsea: Go to Dipseastories.com/opp for a free 30 day trial Apostrophe: Go to apostrophe.com/opp  and use that code OPP to get your dermatologist-crafted treatment plan for $5 Raycon: Go to BuyRaycon.com/opp to unlock exclusive deals up to 20% off your Raycon order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hannah and producer Patia discuss making Season 3. We bring you more information on Sheryl’s finances and her connection to local law enforcement in Tennessee and we ask the question: what happens to someone after they leave a cult? We also have a brand new interview for you with one of Sheryl’s former’s followers. Hear more of Rachael's on The Ex Files The Safe Passage Foundation - https://safepassagefoundation.org/ Thank you to our sponsors:  BetterHelp Wondery, Against The Odds: Plane Crash in the Andes  Dipsea - For an extended 30 day free trial, go to Dipseastories.com/opp  Everlywell - Go to everlywell.com/opp for 20% off your at-home lab test. -  June’s Journey - • Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When her ministry and cat rescue gain unwanted notoriety in Whatcom County, Sheryl Ruthven plans a mass exodus, shrouded in secrecy. Thank you to our sponsors:  Philo: For 25% off your first 2 months, go to Philo.tv/opp Firstleaf: To get 6 bottles of wine for $29.5 + free shipping, go to TryFirstLeaf.com/opp Mejuri: Go to Mejuri.com/opp for 10% off your first order. BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/opp   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.