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Synopsis
Fraud Talk is the ACFE's monthly podcast. In these sessions, we break down case studies, talk with the industry's leading experts and give you more tools to spot, fight and prevent fraud.
Episodes
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The Insane, Real-Life Story of Crazy Eddie Antar - Gary Weiss - Fraud Talk - Episode 124
21/09/2022 Duration: 56minEddie Antar founded the Crazy Eddie electronics retail chain in Brooklyn, New York, which rose to prominence across the New York-New Jersey area throughout the 1970s. Operating undetected for years, Eddie’s business practices were grounded in fraud from the very beginning. In Episode 124 of Fraud Talk, Gary Weiss, author of “Retail Gangster: The Insane, Real-Life Story of Crazy Eddie,” discusses this wide-ranging fraud case and ultimate unraveling with ACFE Chief Training Officer John Gill, J.D., CFE. Visit ACFE.com for more anti-fraud resources.
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Justice for Fraud Victims - Remembering Who We’re Fighting For - Dr. David Glodstein - Fraud Talk - Episode 123
31/08/2022 Duration: 34minIn the fight against fraud, it can be hard to remember why we do it, especially when the fraudsters never seem to quit. Associate professor of accounting, taxation and business law at SUNY Old Westbury, Dr. David Glodstein, began the Justice for Fraud Victims Project to teach his students -- and remind fraud examiners -- who we're fighting for: the victims. In this episode, join Dr. Glodstein, CFE, and Kate Pospisil, CFE, the Communications Specialist at the ACFE, as they discuss the Justice for Fraud Victims Project, why programs like this matter and what we can do to further the fight for justice.
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Crossed Wires: Unraveling the Relationship Between Cybersecurity and Fraud - Roderick Chambers- Fraud Talk - Episode 122
01/08/2022 Duration: 19minThe intersection of cyber security and fraud examination is ever-expanding in our new technological landscape. At the 33rd Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference, ACFE Research Manager Mason Wilder, CFE, and Deputy Superintendent and Director of the Intelligence Unit at the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), Roderick Chambers sat down to discuss the importance of technical controls and knowledge to protect your organization from fraud.
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Filling Your Anti-Fraud Toolbox - Tod McDonald - Garth Leonard - Fraud Talk - Episode 121
29/06/2022 Duration: 43minWashington State’s Largest Ponzi Scheme was the catalyst for Tod McDonald, CPA to start his company and push for innovation in financial e-discovery. Years later, he and Garth Leonard, CFE, from Valid8 Financial, join ACFE Community Manager Rihonna Scoggins to explore the current resources at hand to combat fraud and how fraud examiners can assess what tools are the right fit for them in this evolving landscape.
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The Oxfraud: What a Pseudo-Academic Conspiracy Theory Tells Us About Financial Fraud- Michael Pocalyko- Fraud Talk - Episode 120
03/06/2022 Duration: 51minWilliam Shakespeare is widely considered to be one of the most prolific and influential writers of all time. But one group of individuals, who call themselves “Oxfordians” and their theory the "Shakespeare Authorship Question," falsely claim that what we know to be Shakespeare's plays and poetry were actually penned by someone else. In this episode, ACFE Chief Training Officer John Gill, J.D., CFE, joins Michael Pocalyko, CFE, the CEO of SI, as they look at how the qualities of those claiming to disprove Shakespeare's authorship parallel the character of financial and investment fraudsters.
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A Look at the Growing Issue of Medical Identity Theft- Scott Ward - Fraud Talk - Episode 119
27/04/2022 Duration: 30minWhile victims of traditional identity theft often catch it quickly, victims of medical identity theft may not know they are victims until they need critical medical treatment. In this episode, Scott Ward, CFE, senior vice president at Qlarant, discusses the insidious nature of medical identity theft, the impact it has on its victims and what people and governments can do to help combat it.
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Fraud Now, Pay Later - Fraud Talk - Jim Ducharme - March 2022
21/03/2022 Duration: 28minIn this episode, Jim Ducharme, COO of Outseer, a leading technology company in the fight against payment fraud, speaks on the rise of Buy Now Pay Later services and how fraudsters are exploiting these new avenues of credit. He also discusses identity assurance and how companies are working to combat payment fraud without adding hurdles for consumers.
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Following the Breadcrumbs: Tracing Cryptocurrencies in Fraud Investigations - Larry Nielson - Mason Wilder - Fraud Talk - Episode 117
24/02/2022 Duration: 28min“In this episode, Larry Nielsen, a detective who has spent the last several years teaching himself about cryptocurrencies, shares advice for fraud examiners who are interested in expanding their toolkits to accommodate cryptocurrency investigations. He also discusses some of his experiences tracing cryptocurrencies in both a law enforcement capacity and as a consultant.”
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Where Fraud and Emerging Technology Meet - Takara Small - Sarah Thompson - Fraud Talk - Episode 116
28/01/2022 Duration: 44minIn this episode, renowned tech journalist and podcast host Takara Small discusses what the future of data breaches, cybercrime and cryptocurrency might look like for both individuals and organizations. She also speaks about the role online media plays in exposing fraud and the importance of supporting women, BIPOC and young people breaking into the tech space.
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Why Psychological Safety is Pivotal for Ethical Company Cultures - Garth Sheriff - Sarah Thompson - Fraud Talk - Episode 114
14/12/2021 Duration: 20minDuring the 2021 ACFE Fraud Conference Canada, the founder of Sheriff Consulting, Garth Sheriff, CPA, discussed the importance of psychological safety for ethical decision-making — and how the lack of it in an organization can lead to disaster.
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Understanding the Art and “Science” of the Theranos Saga - Chris Ekimoff - Mandy Moody - Fraud Talk - Episode 114
15/11/2021 Duration: 40minIn this special episode released during International Fraud Awareness Week, Chris Ekimoff, CFE, CPA/CFF, director of financial investigations and dispute services at RSM and co-host of the inSecurities podcast, and Mandy Moody, CFE, ACFE communications manager, discuss the latest and greatest highlights from the trial of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes. Chris and Mandy provide background and analysis on the many facets of the Theranos tale, review the implications of the previously-settled matter with the SEC in 2017 and discuss common issues with the legal system regarding allegations of fraud. www.fraudweek.com
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The Importance of Questioning What Doesn’t Seem Right in Investigations - Dr. Vince Haecker - Sarah Thompson -Fraud Talk - Episode113
25/10/2021 Duration: 37minIn this episode, Dr. Vince Haecker, assistant special agent-in-charge for the U.S. Department of the Interior- Office of Inspector General, discusses why it's pivotal to trust your instincts as an investigator and empower those around you to ask questions when something doesn't seem right. He also stresses the importance of communication with other departments in your organization and staying objective while researching.
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A Conversation With the Authors of ”The Key Man” - Simon Clark - Will Louch - John Warren - Fraud Talk Episode 112
20/09/2021 Duration: 46minIn this episode, the authors of "The Key Man," Simon Clark and Will Louch, detail how they discovered and exposed the misdeeds of a larger than life business mogul who duped the people and world around him. ACFE Vice President and General Counsel John Warren, J.D., CFE, talks with the Wall Street Journal reporters about the investigation and arrest of Abraaj founder Arif Naqvi .
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The $200,000 Car: When Fraudsters Use Audit Guidelines to Steal - Mary Breslin - Sarah Thompson - Fraud Talk - Episode 111
27/08/2021 Duration: 37minIn this episode, the president and co-founder of Verracy, Mary Breslin, CFE, discusses a case she investigated where an employee stole $1.8 million after being overly interested in auditing processes. After being tipped off when she saw he purchased an expensive sports car, she shares lessons she learned from the case.
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Operation Trojan Shield - A Global Takedown - Mason Wilder - Mandy Moody - Fraud Talk - Episode 110
15/07/2021 Duration: 27minIn this episode, Mason Wilder, CFE, ACFE Senior Research Specialist, and Mandy Moody, CFE, ACFE Communications Manager, discuss the "sting of the century." Operation Trojan Shield was a collaboration between the U.S. FBI and DEA, the Swedish and Australian police, Europol and other global organizations to infiltrate an encrypted chat platform. The operation led to 800 arrests, 700 house searches, the seizure of drugs and firearms, and an ongoing list of money laundering revelations.
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A Conversation With the “Original Internet Godfather” - John Gill - Brett Johnson - Fraud Talk - Episode 109
28/06/2021 Duration: 20minJune 2021 - During the closing session of the 32nd Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference, John Gill, vice president of education at the ACFE, spoke with convicted fraudster* Brett Johnson, who shared stories from his life as a cybercriminal. After being placed on the United States Most Wanted List, captured and convicted of 39 felonies, he escaped prison. Captured again, Johnson served his time and accepted responsibility. *The ACFE does not compensate convicted fraudsters
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Accountability at All Levels - Deidra Jackson - Courtney Howell - Fraud Talk - Episode 108
25/05/2021 Duration: 45minDeidra Jackson, founder and manager of Opus Strategies, discusses the intersection of compliance, ethics and culture when building a diversity, equity and inclusion program within an organization. She shares actionable advice and real-life examples of how to not just check the boxes, but make a real and lasting shift in company culture.
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An Introduction to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and Fraud - Fraud Talk - Episode 107
28/04/2021 Duration: 37minOne of the most covered topics so far in 2021 has been non-fungible tokens, or NFTs. In this Fraud Talk podcast, ACFE Senior Research Specialist Mason Wilder, CFE, talks to OSINT researcher extraordinaire and artist Kirby Plessas, CFE, to cover what NFTs are and the fraud implications of their rapid emergence into the public consciousness.
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Navigating the Threat Landscape in Today’s Tech-Driven World - Fraud Talk - Episode 106
09/04/2021 Duration: 23minFour panelists from the 2021 ACFE Women’s Summit session titled “Upping Your Tech Game in Times of Extraordinary Change” discuss the ever-evolving threat landscape and how it has affected fraud trends throughout the past year.
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Case Study - Fraud and Corruption in Youth Sports - Stephen Griffin - Fraud Talk Episode 105
19/02/2021 Duration: 58minFebruary 2021: In this episode, Stephen Griffin, CPA, describes how his professional and personal lives changed after discovering fraud and corruption in a youth sports company