Death of an Artist Introducing Deep Cover Presents: Snowball
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Nov 10, 2025 
In this intriguing discussion, various friends and acquaintances paint a vivid portrait of Leslie, a charming con woman whose generosity masked deeper deceit. They share tales of her conviviality and the initial red flags that hinted at her duplicity, including bizarre claims about her wealth and a dramatic backstory from Maui. As Ollie investigates the chaos around his family’s financial ruin, listeners unravel how Leslie maneuvered through Greg's social circles, leaving a trail of confusion and shattered trust.
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Whirlwind Romance Turns Business Venture
- Ollie Wards recounts how his brother Greg met Leslie in London and quickly fell into an intense relationship.
- That whirlwind led to marriage, emigration to New Zealand, and the couple buying the Dragonfly Cafe backed by Ollie's parents as guarantors.
Charm And Generosity Win Trust Fast
- Leslie dazzled Greg's friends with free drinks, gifts, and stories of a glamorous past running bars in Maui and Lake Tahoe.
- Those displays of generosity helped quickly integrate her into Greg's social circle and gain trust.
Narrative Crafting Builds False Credibility
- Many of Leslie's dramatic origin claims were exaggerated or false, revealing how narrative crafting built credibility.
- The family later realised elements like the 'trust fund' were myths built into her persona.
