Cryptocurrency gives fraudsters new ways to move money, but the blockchain can also leave investigators with a trail to follow — if you know where to look. In this episode of Fraud Talk, forensic finance expert and professor John M. Griffin discusses how researchers trace illicit transactions and what those financial patterns can reveal about large-scale fra ... Show More
Aug 7
Examining Interpol's Operation First Light 2026 - Mason Wilder and Jason Zirkle - Episode 169
In this episode of Fraud Talk, ACFE Research Director Mason Wilder, CFE, and Training Director Jason Zirkle, CFE, join the show to examine the results of Interpol's Operation First Light 2026, a global enforcement effort involving 97 countries that led to thousands of arrests, th ... Show More
43m 24s
Jun 2026
Culture, Compliance and Humanizing Fraud Risk - Dr. Ursula Schmidt - Episode 168
In this episode of Fraud Talk, Ursula Schmidt, Ph.D., CCEP-I, founder of Schmidt Advisory and a former executive vice president of audit and compliance, joins the show to explore how culture, communication and human behavior shape effective fraud risk management. Drawing on her g ... Show More
51m 44s
Jul 2025
Spotting Red Flags: A Tax Fraud Investigation Insight
In this episode of the Finance and Accounting Show, we dive into a real-world tax fraud case involving Steven T. Mellinger III, who conducted a $106 million fraud scheme over nearly a decade. Learn how the IRS uncovered this massive scam, the mistakes that were made, and the key ... Show More
6m 14s
Apr 2024
Did Amber Dalal run a Ponzi scheme?
<p>In today’s episode for 3rd April 2024, we tell you about how a Chartered Accountant allegedly defrauded thousands of investors across the world.</p>
<p>Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Dit ... Show More
6m 13s
Sep 2021
Corporate fraud and criminality
Skip Montreux and Samantha Vega discuss two corporate legal cases. The bankruptcy of Purdue Pharma and the fraud trial of Elizabeth Holmes, CEO of the bio-tech company Theranos. Visit Apple Podcasts to subscribe to Down to Business English, rate the show, and leave a comment. Vis ... Show More
4m 58s
Jan 2025
HR People Pod – Ep 15: The Traitors | Business confidence | ‘Corporate catfishing’
From strategic alignment to establishing a common purpose, what lessons can people professionals learn from the hit TV show ‘The Traitors’? As business confidence diminishes, and employers face rising business costs, what approach should you take with communicating with your peop ... Show More
36m 10s
Oct 2025
Scam compounds, sewing patterns and stolen dimes
As Vice Week wraps up here at The Indicator, we wanted to take a slightly different perspective on the evolving business of crime and take a look at TRUE crime. As in the genre. Because look, people are obsessed with it! Today on the show, our hosts favorite pieces of true crime ... Show More
10m 37s