Morning Meeting Episode 264: How to Grift Your Way into the Ivy League
Oct 4, 2025
This week, Eric Wilson, a journalist based in Hong Kong, dives into the chilling Abby Choi murder case, shedding light on the shocking details, suspects, and social implications in the wake of public outrage. In a lighter yet equally astonishing segment, Clara Molot unravels the tale of a determined student who crafted a fake identity to get into Yale, expertly bypassing verification systems and tailoring an impeccable application. Their insights together highlight the extremes people go to in pursuit of success—and the cultural repercussions that follow.
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Shocking Discovery Sparks Major Investigation
- Eric Wilson recounts the discovery of Abby Choi's dismembered body and how the case immediately implicated her ex-husband and his family.
- The gruesome detail that parts were cooked into soup grabbed public attention and made the story a sensational national news event.
Unresolved Past Crimes Feed Current Suspicions
- Eric Wilson explains Alex Kwong had a prior theft case in 2015 and left Hong Kong on bail, evading accountability for years.
- His apparent returns to Hong Kong despite the warrant reveal enforcement gaps and mystery around border movements.
How Someone Might Slip Past A Tight Border
- Wilson outlines three plausible ways Kwong re-entered Hong Kong: boat transfers, using a relative's documents, or bribing officials.
- Each theory reflects different levels of coordination and risk, fueling public conspiracy theories.
