Fraudish

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

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

Listen to Jennifer Mackovjak on Fraudish

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

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/
Her website and her publications.

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

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
 A Study in Crime Youtube

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

“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

Connect with John on LinkedIn

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

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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