62 episodes

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 a Kast Original podcast hosted by Hannah Smith.

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    • True Crime
    • 4.8 • 8.5K Ratings

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 a Kast Original podcast hosted by Hannah Smith.

    GAYLE PALMER Part 7 of 7: Criminally Minded

    GAYLE PALMER Part 7 of 7: Criminally Minded

    Gayle Palmer moves her program into Nevada after being denied a license to operate in Utah. The Suttons seek justice for Michelle by suing Gayle and Summit Quest.

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    • 45 min
    GAYLE PALMER Part 6 of 7: Window of Loss

    GAYLE PALMER Part 6 of 7: Window of Loss

    After discovering the truth about Michelle’s death, Cathy goes on a crusade to shut down Summit Quest. But Gayle is determined to fight. Would she be held responsible for what happened to Michelle?

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    You can reach out to us at TheOpportunist@kastmedia.com

    Find the episode transcript here: tinyurl.com/opppodcast

    You can purchase Opportunist merchandise here: https://theopportunistpodcast.com/

    Thank you to our sponsors:

    Athena Club Razor: Go to athenaclub.com and use code OPP for 25% off your first order.

    Canva: get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you go to Canva.me/OPP

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    • 41 min
    GAYLE PALMER Part 5 of 7: Far From Over

    GAYLE PALMER Part 5 of 7: Far From Over

    Amanda and the other survivors are uncertain of their fate. Gayle Palmer continues to operate Summit Quest even as she’s being investigated for Michelle’s death. Meanwhile, Cathy Sutton begins to piece together the truth of what happened.

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    Listen to The Opportunist ad-free on Amazon Music

    You can reach out to us at TheOpportunist@kastmedia.com

    Find the episode transcript here: tinyurl.com/opppodcast

    You can purchase Opportunist merchandise here: https://theopportunistpodcast.com/

    Thank you to our sponsors:

    Dipsea app: Get an extended 30 day free trial when you go to dipseastories.com/OPP.

    Canva: get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you go to Canva.me/OPP

    Microdose: To learn more about microdosing THC go to Microdose.com and use code OPP to get free shipping & 30% off your first order

    Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/OPP today to get 10% off your first month.

    • 40 min
    GAYLE PALMER Part 4 of 7: I Hate This Place

    GAYLE PALMER Part 4 of 7: I Hate This Place

    Amanda DeRose attended Summit Quest with Michelle in May of 1990. She shares her experience of the program, including what happened to Michelle on the last day of her life.

    Listen to all 7 episodes of Season 7 now, ad-free, with bonus content, at KastMedia.com/KastPlus

    Listen to The Opportunist ad-free on Amazon Music

    You can reach out to us at TheOpportunist@kastmedia.com

    Find the episode transcript here: tinyurl.com/opppodcast

    You can purchase Opportunist merchandise here: https://theopportunistpodcast.com/

    Thank you to our sponsors:

    Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/OPP today to get 10% off your first month.

    Athena Club Razor: Go to athenaclub.com and use code OPP for 25% off your first order.

    Earth Breeze:  Get 40% off your first order of eco-friendly laundry detergent at earthbreeze.com/opp.

    • 44 min
    GAYLE PALMER Part 3 of 7: Damage Control

    GAYLE PALMER Part 3 of 7: Damage Control

    The Sutton family continues to search for answers as an investigation is opened into Michelle’s death. Gayle Palmer tries to convince the Suttons, the police, and the media that Summit Quest is not at fault, even as evidence to the contrary begins to emerge.

    Listen to all 7 episodes of Season 7 now, ad-free, with bonus content, at KastMedia.com/KastPlus

    Listen to The Opportunist ad-free on Amazon Music

    You can reach out to us at TheOpportunist@kastmedia.com

    Find the episode transcript here: tinyurl.com/opppodcast

    You can purchase Opportunist merchandise here: https://theopportunistpodcast.com/

    Thank you to our sponsors:

    Microdose: To learn more about microdosing THC go to Microdose.com and use code OPP to get free shipping & 30% off your first order

    Babbel: Get up to 55% off and start speaking a new language at babbel.com/OPP

    • 40 min
    GAYLE PALMER Part 2 of 7: The Price of Admission

    GAYLE PALMER Part 2 of 7: The Price of Admission

    Before Summit Quest, Gayle Palmer worked at another wilderness therapy program called Challenger. Challenger was founded by Steve Cartisano, who is generally viewed now as a con artist. 

    Listen to The Opportunist ad-free, with bonus content, at KastMedia.com/KastPlus

    Listen to The Opportunist ad-free on Amazon Music

    You can reach out to us at TheOpportunist@kastmedia.com

    Find the episode transcript here: tinyurl.com/opppodcast

    You can purchase Opportunist merchandise here: https://theopportunistpodcast.com/

    • 44 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
8.5K Ratings

8.5K Ratings

shanaeve ,

Important issues being brought to light

This Podcast never disappoints. This season however, hit close to home and shed light on a very important and detrimental issue within this country, that most folks don’t know the true details of: the troubled teen industry. Thank you for sharing these important stories.

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So many ads, episodes cut off

Pretty much as simple as that.

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