Dead Man Talking
- Apr 25, 2023
- 1:23:29
- Full Episode
<p>Investigators search for an American fugitive accused of faking his own death to evade law enforcement agencies. Andrea Canning confronts the man at the center of the international mystery.</p><p>If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or <a href="http://www.thehotline.org">www.thehotline.org</a></p><p> </p><p>Andrea Canning and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:</p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/4g8LVLo">https://apple.co/4g8LVLo</a></p><p>Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6i3ucuXasr0qlJL0v9bmXF">https://open.spotify.com/episode/6i3ucuXasr0qlJL0v9bmXF</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Nicholas Aliverdian faked his death and is wanted for fraud and sexual assault, living under the alias Arthur Knight in Scotland.
Key points
- A Troubled Childhood. Nicholas Aliverdian's early life was marked by turmoil and trauma.
- A Shocking Death Announcement. Nicholas Aliverdian was reported dead, but questions soon arose about the truth.
- The Aftermath of Assault. Mary's struggle for justice after being attacked by Nicholas highlights systemic issues.
- Nicholas's Dark Side Revealed. While impressing lawmakers, Nicholas was also terrorizing women, with multiple allegations against him.
- Catherine's Awakening. Catherine confronts Nicholas's abusive behavior and begins to realize the truth about him.
- The FBI Investigation. Catherine learns that law enforcement is investigating Nicholas for fraud and other crimes.
Episode highlights
- A Troubled ChildhoodNicholas Aliverdian's early life was marked by turmoil and trauma.“There was turmoil in the family.”3:31Apr 25, 2023
- A Shocking Death AnnouncementNicholas Aliverdian was reported dead, but questions soon arose about the truth.“Nicholas Aliverdian passed away from a long battle with cancer.”8:06Apr 25, 2023
- The Aftermath of AssaultMary's struggle for justice after being attacked by Nicholas highlights systemic issues.“Pretty much my will to live.”18:55Apr 25, 2023
- Nicholas's Dark Side RevealedWhile impressing lawmakers, Nicholas was also terrorizing women, with multiple allegations against him.“He was also terrorizing women.”23:17Apr 25, 2023
- Catherine's AwakeningCatherine confronts Nicholas's abusive behavior and begins to realize the truth about him.“It was the very next day where he lays his hands on me for the first time.”28:39Apr 25, 2023
- The FBI InvestigationCatherine learns that law enforcement is investigating Nicholas for fraud and other crimes.“Less than a month after I had left him, the Treasury or the FBI came knocking.”37:01Apr 25, 2023
- The Press ReleaseNicholas's press release claiming he was dying of cancer raises suspicions among reporters.“That press release landed on reporter Tom Mooney's desk.”45:20Apr 25, 2023
- Arthur Knight's Identity CrisisArthur Knight claims to be a law-abiding British businessman, but is he really Nicholas Rossi?“Who on earth was Arthur Knight?”53:41Apr 25, 2023
