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  • Tim Ballard E10: The Roundtable

    Tim Ballard E10: The Roundtable
    2024/12/16
    In the final episode of The Opportunist: Tim Ballard - Unmasking a Hero, host Sarah James McLaughlin sits down with the producers and writers to explore the creative and investigative processes behind this compelling series. They also discuss their attempts to secure an interview with the new leader of O.U.R. Rescue.
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    39 分
  • Tim Ballard E9: The Lawsuit

    Tim Ballard E9: The Lawsuit
    2024/12/09

    In this episode of The Opportunist, we delve into the new allegations against Tim Ballard and explore the Federal civil lawsuit that accuses him of exploiting his position as the head of O.U.R to traffick the women he worked with.

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    45 分
  • Tim Ballard E8: Operation Resurrection

    Tim Ballard E8: Operation Resurrection
    2024/12/02

    In this episode, we delve into the latest chapter of Tim Ballard’s controversial journey. Facing multiple lawsuits and a fallout with the LDS Church, Ballard is navigating scandal and scrutiny while attempting to hold onto his public influence.

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    43 分
  • Tim Ballard E7: Too Close to the Sun

    Tim Ballard E7: Too Close to the Sun
    2024/11/25

    In this episode, we explore Tim Ballard's dramatic downfall. As his hidden actions were exposed, even his most devoted supporters started to pull away, leaving the promising future he once imagined increasingly overshadowed by each new revelation.

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    45 分
  • Tim Ballard E6: Crusade & Conspiracy

    Tim Ballard E6: Crusade & Conspiracy
    2024/11/18
    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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    39 分
  • Tim Ballard E5: The Church

    Tim Ballard E5: The Church
    2024/11/11
    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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    46 分
  • Tim Ballard E4: The Couples Ruse

    Tim Ballard E4: The Couples Ruse
    2024/11/04
    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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    55 分
  • Tim Ballard E3: A Broken Moral Compass

    Tim Ballard E3: A Broken Moral Compass
    2024/10/28
    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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    53 分