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Dr. Mark Nigrini, famed for his work on Benford's Law, is on Fraudish discuss key aspects of fraud detection and prevention. The episode dives into the implications of AI on future fraud and the importance of understanding key fraud patterns. Nigrini is the author of Forensic Analytics (Wiley, 2011) and Forensic Analytics Second Edition (2020) which describes analytic tests to detect fraud, errors, estimates, and biases in financial data. He is also the author of Benford's Law (Wiley, 2012) which is the seminal work on applications of Benford’s Law.
Connect with Mark Nigrini: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-nigrini-7409918/Mark's website: https://nigrini.com/
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This episode on Fraudish Kelly speaks Erik Halvorson a life long learner and soon to be Doctor, who shares his extensive journey from joining the Air Force to becoming Chief Data Scientist at Tracklight. Erik delves into the evolution of fraud detection techniques, emphasizing the importance of data analytics, behavioral psychology, and social network analysis in combating modern fraud schemes. The conversation provides practical advice for investigators and a peek into the future of technology in fraud detection.
Connect with Erik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-halvorson-a7b72285/
And please leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode!
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Kelly speaks to Thomas Cronkright to discuss his unconventional journey after being defrauded in a wire fraud scheme. Tom details a harrowing and complex fraud case involving a criminal syndicate, his personal experiences with financial crime, and the subsequent creation of Certified, a company designed to combat real estate fraud through advanced technology. Tom and Kelly also explore social engineering’s evolution, the impact of AI on fraud, and the importance of proactive measures in preventing financial crimes. Tom shares his insights, the challenges faced, and the eventual triumph in litigation and recovery of funds for victims.
Links:
Connect with Tom on Linkedin
CertifID
Texas Money Launderer Story
Tampa Bay News
Nigerian Money Laundering
Texas Nigerian Money Laundering Scheme
Romance Scams
https://geoffwhite.tech/
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This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Javier Leiva about the disturbing and multifaceted case of LaDonna Humphrey. The discussion covers LaDonna's alarming behaviors, including stalking, gaslighting, and mismanagement of a nonprofit. Every person LaDonna touches, she ruins. Who is your LaDonna?
Connect with Javier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javierjleiva/
Listen to the podcast: https://pretendradio.org/
https://whyy.org/segments/the-greatest-hoax-on-earth/
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This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Lyndee Fletcher, President of Vcheck Global. Lyndee is an expert in the public record and reputational due diligence industry. Lyndee is the youngest President in the reputational due diligence industry. Kelly and Lyndee get into what the venture capital industry is like, how venture capital uses open source intelligence, Adam Newman, the Chicago Mob, and more!
Connect with Lyndee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndee-fletcher/
Check out Vcheck Global: https://vcheckglobal.com/
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This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Kelly Todd, President of Forensic Strategic Solutions to discuss various aspects of fraud investigation, share notable cases, and explore the dynamics of gender in embezzlement. Kelly Todd shares her experiences and the impact of mentorship in her career while underscoring the importance of awareness and training in the ever-evolving fraud landscape. Kelly shares how LinkedIn has changed her career for the better!
Connect with Kelly Todd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjtodd/
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In this episode of Fraudish with Kelly Paxton, Kennedy Chappell, a communications expert at Permanent Record, joins the conversation. Kennedy shares her eclectic journey from broadcasting to podcasting and investigative work, emphasizing the importance of diversity and storytelling in fraud investigations. The discussion covers themes of ethics, diversity of thought in investigations, and the significance of embracing vulnerability and open-mindedness within teams. Kennedy also touches on engaging content creation online and shares insights on operations security and the challenges of purchasing Bitcoin.
Get Bullsh*t Hunting: https://www.bullshithunting.com/
Connect with Kennedy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennedy-chappell-493540259/
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In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly Paxton speaks with Brenda Wamala, a valuation expert. They discuss business valuation with a focus on investigative elements and share personal stories illustrating the intricate processes involved. The episode also touches on intriguing cases such as fraudulent practices in divorce cases and corporate mismanagement. Dig into this great episode!
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In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly Paxton interviews Ritu Gill, an open source intelligence (OSINT) analyst from Canada. Ritu shares insights into her background, her journey in law enforcement, and her entrepreneurial ventures, including her own consulting business and the development of the Forensic OSINT Chrome extension. The discussion covers various aspects of OSINT, including ethics, the importance of capturing online content, and networking within the OSINT community. Ritu also provides valuable tips for those looking to break into the field and underscores the significance of staying up-to-date with training and qualifications. Additionally, they discuss popular culture representations of OSINT, such as documentaries and movies.
Links:
Connect with Ritu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritugill-osinttechniques/
OSINT Techniques: https://www.instagram.com/osint.techniques/
https://www.forensicosint.com/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13837672/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3741834/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izR7BMVJEh0
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This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Heidi Joy Tretheway to talk about all things murder and romance! They dig into an infamous murder case in the Portland, Oregon area that got very close to Heidi. And we discuss what being a romance novelist is really like!
Heidi’s Podcast, A MUST LISTEN! Happily Never After: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happily-never-after-dan-and-nancy/id1743266064
Connect with Heidi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heiditretheway/
Links:
Blame it on the Fame: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blame-it-on-the-fame-milli-vanilli/id1728930866
Betrayal Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/betrayal-weekly/id1615637724
Catwalk Documentary: https://www.cbc.ca/cbcdocspov/episodes/catwalk-tales-from-the-cat-show-circuit#:~:text=Catwalk%3A%20Tales%20From%20the%20Cat%20Show%20Circuit%20follows%20a%20season,be%20the%20year
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This week on Fraudish Kelly is joined by Talia Beechik of 221B Partners. Talia shares insights from her diverse career in investigations, beginning with her early interest inspired by Nancy Drew books to her role in private investigations today. She discusses key concepts such as fraud, ethics, and the complexities of threat assessment cases. Talia also sheds light on her recent work involving social media analysis, threat identification, and the psychological aspects of criminal behavior.
Connect with Talia on LinkedIn
Check out 221B Partners
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Did you know the CIA has a Librarian? Can you picture Carry Matheson in a library? I sure can’t.
This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks to Amy Brooks, CFE on her career trajectory that has taken her from librarian, to the CIA, to a licensed CFE. you won’t want to miss this one if you're a CIA nerd like me!
Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-brooks7718/
https://www.netflix.com/title/81470938
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Hustle
https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/nada-bakos/the-targeter/9780316260459/?lens=little-brown
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In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly talks to Barbara Siegenthaler, a lawyer based in Switzerland. They discuss a range of topics including conduct risk, ethics, and the distinction between Safety 1 and Safety 2 methodologies. Barbara shares her insights from her recent paper on global conduct risk and methodologies, touching on the importance of anthropology, behavioral science, and human factors in analyzing conduct risk. They also explore PSI theory and the role of AI in conduct risk assessments. The episode concludes with a discussion on Taylor Swift that you won’t want to miss!
Links:
Connect with Barabara! https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-r-siegenthaler/
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This week on Fraudish, Kelly speaks with Tod McDonald of Valid8 Financial. Tod shares his journey from CPA to entrepreneur, driven by a need to streamline financial investigations. They discuss Valid8's approach to automating the extraction and reconciliation of financial data using machine learning, which aids forensic accountants, legal professionals, and government investigators. Todd recounts a notable case involving the fraudulent Meridian Mortgage Funds and the challenges faced during that investigation. They also explore the broader implications of AI in forensic accounting and the critical role of technology in solving complex financial crimes. The episode highlights the potential for AI to bring efficiency and precision to financial investigations.
Links:
Todd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todmcdonald/Valid8 Financial: https://www.valid8financial.com/
https://www.valid8financial.com/client/county-da-unravels-nonprofit-deceit
https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63053e3b38a04b696f88ace8/65dcc849b75579ae31ac90c5_Riverside%20DA%20-%20Not%20for%20Profit%20Deceit%20Case%20Study.pdf
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This week on Fraudish, Kelly speaks with Scott Fulmer, host of the podcast 'A Study in Crime.' They discuss Scott's new podcast, delving into a variety of crime topics from art theft to bank robbery. Scott shares his insights on the psychology behind crimes, the importance of recognizing patterns, and the role of modern technology in crime-solving. They also touch on popular true-crime podcasts, fraudulent schemes, and the allure of true crime content.
Tune in for a fascinating conversation that's sure to intrigue any true crime enthusiast.
Links:
https://astudyincrime.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-fulmer-podcast/A Study in Crime Instagram
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Fraudish sits down with MJ Banias, an experienced investigative journalist and OSINT expert based in Canada. MJ discusses his unique journey from teaching to specializing in open-source intelligence and corporate fraud investigations at Permanent Record. The conversation ranges from the ethical quandaries faced in OSINT investigations to the importance of networking and building a community within the industry. MJ also shares his thoughts on the value of practical experience over traditional certifications and highlights the immersive learning opportunities offered by case scenarios. Tune in to hear his insights on the intricacies of fraud investigations, the significance of timelines, and the exciting world of OSINT.
Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjbanias/A Free OSINT Lesson: How Many Shell Companies Does This Guy Have?
Permanent Record Research - Expert Advisory & Research Services
OSINT Industries | Powerful Tools for Accurate Investigations
MJ Banias Youtube
How to be Invisible Online using Expert OSINT techniques
OSINT after dark with MJ Banias | S3E71
The UFO People: A Curious Culture
mjbanias | Twitter, Instagram | Linktree
Podcasts - The Debrief
Muck Rack | For journalists and public relations
Instagram (@mjbanias)
SITREP Podcast
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“Magic and fraud have a great deal in common.”
In this episode of Fraudish, host Kelly Paxton interviews John Tonsick, a CPA, CFE, and magician. John shares his unique journey from serving in the Navy to becoming a forensic accountant. He discusses the intriguing parallels between magic and fraud, emphasizing how both involve manipulation and deception. John also sheds light on his long career in forensic accounting, including his experiences with receiverships and dealing with fraudsters. The conversation explores the psychology of trust and the emotional impact of fraud on victims and perpetrators alike. Tune in to discover how John's magical expertise enhances his fraud presentations, making them both educational and entertaining
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When you think of retirees do you ever think of them committing fraud? This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Christina Fiscella, CFE, about the fascinating wave of grey collar crime and the two shades of grey.
The 2008 financial crisis is a turning point for grey collar crime. The "golden years" should be about enjoying retirement and not committing any type of crime including arson and insurance fraud. Of course, they talk about fraud and pop culture including Clint Eastwood in The Mule.
Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinafiscellainvestigator/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7959026/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s36J1zGtTkI
https://podbay.fm/p/intermountain-pi-podcast/e/1607723486
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Fraudish is BACK! And this week Kelly speaks with Marc Evans, CFE. Marc has over a decade of dedicated service in law enforcement investigations, primarily fraud and financial crimes, and a Certified Fraud Examiner. Marc brings real boots on the ground experience to Fraudish. Listen to his experience in pink collar crime aka garden variety embezzlement and so much more.
Check out Fraud Hero
Connect with Marc Evans on LinkedIn
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"It takes a village to be ethical."
This week on Fraudish, Kelly has on Dr. Steven Mintz for a second time to dig in deeper on the pressing issues happening at Boeing and beyond. If you have plans to be on a plane, this is a must listen.
Show notes:
Boeing putting profits ahead of safety
https://www.amiflyingonaboeing.com/
Ethics Sage Dr. Steven Mintz - Mehr anzeigen
