Fraud Fighter Podcast

An unnamed IRS-Criminal Investigation supervisory special agent is making headlines about the politicization of the Department of Justice.  The whistleblower is seeking advice from the United States Congress to disclose what he (assuming it is a he) knows regarding preferential treatment of the Department of Justice.In this episode, I discuss the role of IRS-Criminal Investigation, the role of a supervisory special agent, the uniqueness of the whistleblowing act, the laws that hamper disclosing tax and grand jury information, and my why this is unchartered territory with IRS-CI.Support the show

Leah Wietholter is a CPA, CFE, Private Investigator, and CEO of Workman Forensics, a forensic accounting firm in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  She started her career at the FBI, went to a CPA firm, and then later started her own firm.https://www.workmanforensics.com/https://open.spotify.com/show/5XIzhOCoLSoFG1r4IrJ1LfIn this episode we discuss:Why Leah started a forensic accounting practiceHow she marketed herself to get clientsHow her best practices became a bookWhy customer service exceeds credentialsSupport the show

Karen Webber is a CPA, CFE, and the founder of FraudFindr.com, a software company specializing in fighting financial exploitation of elderly persons.  She is currently a partner at The Bonadio Group.https://fraudfindr.com/https://www.bonadio.com/our-people/karen-webberIn this episode, we discuss:How forensic accounting is used to fight elder abuseThe effects of financial fraud on elderly victimsWhy she started Fraudfindr.comHow the software service flags suspicious transactionsSupport the show

Brian Behr is the Bankruptcy Administrator for the Eastern District of North Carolina.  The Bankruptcy Administrator's Office and the Bankruptcy Trustee's Office are similar across the country. They serve as the watchdog for the Bankruptcy Court. Very often the Bankruptcy Administrator seeks or refers fraud examiners to assist in bankruptcy proceedings.https://www.uscourts.gov/services-forms/bankruptcy/trustees-and-administratorsIn this episode, we discuss:The role of the Bankruptcy AdministratorThe biggest misconception of bankruptcyWhen the bankruptcy court uses fraud examinersHow to market professional services to bankruptcy lawyersSupport the show

Tiffany Couch is an author, forensic accountant and owner of Acuity Forensics.  She has a CPA license, CFE and CFF credential.  She wrote about fraud stories in "The Thief in Your Company."www.acuityforensics.comIn this episode, we discuss:The emotional toll on fraud victims.How she started her forensic accounting business.Why she wrote her book “The Thief in Your Company.”And her recommendation to new forensic accountants.Support the show

Erin O'Loughin is the Senior Director of Training at the Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists (ACFCS).  She has been an analyst for the CIA and financial institutions.https://www.acfcs.org/In this episode we discuss:How she started her career in investigating fraud and money launderingHow the ACFCS startedThe role of the ACFCS in fighting fraudHow to qualify for the CFCS credentialWhy learning the BSA and Patriot Act is beneficialSupport the show

In this short episode, there are a few updates on what is happening recently.  My new book, Criminal Tax Secrets, is published on Amazon.  Please get a copy for that special someone who needs to know how IRS-CI evaluates criminal tax investigations.  The book is a reference guide, so a paperback will serve you better than a Kindle; or just get both.A sister podcast (Criminal Tax Files) was created, which is all about criminal tax investigation and prosecutions.  I also created an author website at www.robertnordlander.com.  The normal podcast episodes will start next week.If you are interested in how IRS-CI evaluates its investigations, my recent book Criminal Tax Secrets is available in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.www.nordlandercpa.comwww.robertnordlander.comSupport the show

J.P. Davis is a federal public defender for the Western Judicial District of North Carolina.  The federal public defender's office represents indigent clients in federal criminal court.  At times, those attorneys need experts, especially in white-collar crimes.https://ncw.fd.org/In this episode, we discuss:The purpose of the federal public defender's officeWhy the public defender's office needs expertsHow forensic accountants can market themselvesThe role of technology in reviewing large volumes of data.Support the show

Sam Azhari is a white collar defense attorney in Chicago, Illinois.  He represents defendants across the country.  As PPP prosecutions are pursued, Sam talks about how the fraud is committed and how the courts are evaluating the crimes.https://azharillc.com/In this episode, we discuss:How fraud is committed with PPP and EIDL loansThe criteria used to calculate prison timeHow forensic accountants can market themselves as experts.The Wealthy Coach Podcast Hey Coaches, Practitioners & Healers! Go from 0 clients to a 6-Figure Online Biz!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Tod McDonald was a CPA investigating a bankruptcy case, when he uncovered the largest Ponzi scheme in the history of the Northwest United States.  Seeing the need for forensic accounting software, he co-founded Valid8, a forensic accounting software company.https://www.valid8financial.com/In this episode, we discuss:How he uncovered the largest Ponzi scheme in the Northwest US.The need for forensic accounting software.Why Valid8 was created to investigators quickly follow the money.His observations in the financial and technology field.Foul Play: Crime SeriesAward-winning and oldest crime series podcast brings you personally curated crime stories.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Amanda "Jo" Erven is the President of Audit Consulting Education, LLC.  She is an author, trainer, and speaker on Internal Audit and Ethics.  She has a CPA and CIA license, and also a CFE credential.  Her latest book is "Becoming The Everyday Ethicist: Doing Things the Right Way the First Time", which is available on Amazon.www.auditconsultingeducation.comJo@AuditConsultingEducation.comIn this episode, we discuss:How she transitioned from internal audit to ethics trainingUsing internal audit to contribute to a company's successBecoming an everyday ethicistHer motivation to be an author and speakerPodcasting Business SchoolPodcasting tips for launch, growth, and monetization.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The People Managing People PodcastActionable insights that will help you build happy, healthy, and productive workplaces.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

A recent federal budget created funding for 87,000 IRS employees over the next 10 years.  Unfortunately, there are news reports and in speeches by elected officials, that the IRS is hiring 87,000 armed agents.  This is far from the truth.   But there is some truth that IRS does have armed agents; the IRS has a Criminal Investigation Division of approximately 2,100 special agents who have arrest powers and carry weapons.  They are an elite unit of financial investigators that can travel the world investigating major financial crimes.  With the powers of arrest and executing search/seizure warrants, these weapons are necessary to protect themselves and others during their high risk investigations.In this episode, I discuss the reason for these special agents, why there are vital to law enforcement, and why they carry weapons to investigate tax and other financial crimes.Support the show

Don Fort was a former Chief of IRS-Criminal Investigation and is currently the Director of Investigations with the law firm Kostelanetz & Fink. https://kflaw.com/profile/don-fort/In this episode, we discuss:His journey to becoming an IRS special agentThe theory to seize assets from Russian OligarchsThe importance of mentors in this careerHaving a positive attitude when you don't get selected. Support the show

Alton Sizemore has over 25 years of experience with the FBI as a special agent specializing in forensic accounting.  He is a CPA and CFE.  He also teaches courses for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.  At the FBI, he rose to the rank of Assistant Special Agent in Charge which he oversaw many areas of the FBI office in Birmingham, Alabama, before retiring to continue practicing as a forensic accountant.In this episode, we discuss:Why he joined the FBI as a special agent.Why being a lifelong learner is key to a career in forensic accountingThe lessons he learned on the witness stand during trialsHow continuing education is important in forensic accounting.What is what like to transition from a 25-year career to the private sectorThe difference between a good investigator and a great investigator is knowing both sides of the litigationHis biggest regret at the FBI, which came to haunt him a few years later when he saw the national news.The ability to communicate with various people is the key to a good interview.Sizemore continues to practice as a self-employed forensic accountant.  He is currently a reserve deputy sheriff assigned to the cold case squad in his local county.If you are benefiting from this podcast, share it with a friend or your group, and don't forget to leave a review on your favorite podcast platform.  A review helps others find this podcast.Check out www.fraudfighterpodcast.com for more episodes.Support the show

The 2022 ACFE Global Fraud Conference was held in June of 2022 in Nashville, TN.  Your host, Robert Nordlander, attended the conference and gives a review of the conference, including the venue, speakers, and the event itself.  This was his first attendance of the conference so he did not know what to expect and overall gave it a thumbs up.  Although the sessions were good, most of value was not from the sessions itself but meeting fellow podcast guests and session speakers outside of the conference.BTW, this is the 50th episode.  The podcast has currently exceeded 30,000 downloads in over 130 countries and 3,000 cities.  Thank you for the listeners and podcast guests for making this achievement happen.https://www.fraudconference.com/33rd-home.aspxMary Breslin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marybreslin/Derek Ellington - https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekellington/Jo Erven - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-jo-erven-ace/Leah Wietholter - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-wietholter-cfe-pi-cpa-33557815/Ian Mitchell - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iantmitchell/Support the show

In this episode, your host, Robert Nordlander, discusses the difference between a civil tax audit and a criminal tax investigation.  The stakes are at the highest in a criminal tax investigation.  Therefore, not just any CPA or forensic accountant should be hired by a taxpayer or taxpayer's attorney.  Even if the expert is a former IRS employee doesn't make them the best choice.There is a huge difference between a civil audit and a criminal tax investigation, such as burden of proof, policies, procedures, tax loss calculations, rules of criminal evidence, and criminal intent.In this episode, Robert Nordlander talks about those differences and why it is best to hire a specialist.Support the show

Natalie Lewis is a CPA, forensic accountant, and principal with the CPA firm Windham Brannon in Atlanta, GA.  She earned a CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics) which is an additional credential for CPAs.https://windhambrannon.com/our-team/natalie-lewis/https://us.aicpa.org/membership/join/cff-exam.htmlIn this episode, we discuss:The value of the CFF credential (Certified in Financial Forensics)How the CPA license and CFE credential differ in forensic accountingWhy asking questions is the key to developmentSupport the show

Mike Dunavant is the Chief Investigative Counsel for the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury.  He is a former state prosecutor and former US Attorney for the Western District of TN.  The Comptroller is known as the "Money Cop" to ensure that fraud, waste and abuse are investigated in the state and local government. https://comptroller.tn.gov/In this episode, we discuss:The role of the TN Comptroller of the TreasuryThe authority it has to conduct financial investigationsThe ways it receives cases to investigateThe education and experience needed to be a forensic examinerThe effect of COVID on the United States Justice SystemSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Sandy Boxerman is a founding member of the law firm Capes Sokol in St. Louis, Missouri.  He defends individuals and corporations in white collar investigations and prosecutions.  He also represents taxpayers in civil and criminal tax matters.https://www.capessokol.com/people/sanford-j-boxerman/In this episode we discuss:The definition of cash skimmingHow cash skimmers are caughtHow the IRS finds and prosecutes a cash lifestyleHow a forensic examiner can market their servicesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Derek Benner is a former Executive Associate Director of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and currently Managing Director of Thomson Reuters Special Services.In this episode, we discuss:The value of learning from others as a supervisorHSI's' shift in enforcing human traffickingHow to distinguish yourself for a federal law enforcement jobHow data science is increasingly important in fraud investigationsHow Thomson Reuters Special Services is serving law enforcementSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Tom Golden retired as a partner from PricewaterhouseCoopers.  At the end of his forensic accounting career, he started writing financial fiction thrillers inspired by real events he experienced.  His first book "Sunday Night Fears" is about his first public company audit as a new auditor where he discovered a large financial fraud.  His second book "One Honest Soul" is about his travels to a foreign country uncovering public corruption.www.tomgoldenbooks.comhttps://www.acfe.com/default.aspxNational Institute for Trial Advocacyhttps://www.blinkist.comhttps://www.authormedia.com/novel-marketing/In this episode, we discuss:How Tom's first public company audit started his forensic accounting career.How his people skills created his successful careerWhat he would recommend to new fraud examinersHow he transitioned from CPA to author of financial fiction thrillersThe best way to become a fiction writerSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Dr. Rich Brody is an accounting professor and department chair at the University of New Mexico.  Almost 20 years ago, he started his forensic accounting career while as an academic.  With his CFE credentials, CPA license and PhD in Accounting, he shares his insight as an expert witness and published author in forensic accounting.  https://www.mgt.unm.edu/faculty/facultyDetails.asp?id=10050Email: brody@unm.eduIn this episode, we discuss:How he got started in forensic accounting examinationsWhat skills and credentials are needed to be an expert witnessWhy technical skills are not enoughThe best way to get published in forensic accountingSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Nick Bunch is a former Assistant United States Attorney and currently a partner with the law firm Haynes and Boone in Dallas, Texas.  One of his prosecutions was on a $17 million embezzlement from Collin Street Bakery, a Texas company that is world famous for its fruitcake.https://www.haynesboone.com/people/bunch-nickIn this episode, we discuss:The decisions a prosecutor must make in every investigation.Most common misconception of federal prosecutors.The $17 million embezzlement from the Collin Street Bakery.The importance of telling the story with the numbers.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Ryan Patrick is a former United States Attorney for the Southern District of Texas.  He also has experience as a state prosecutor and state judge.  He currently is a partner with the law firm Haynes and Boone in Houston, Texas.https://www.haynesboone.com/people/patrick-ryanIn this episode, we discuss:The difference between a good investigator and a great investigatorThe biggest learning curve as a state court judgeHow an expert witness can damage their credibilityThe process to become an United States AttorneySupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Michelle Schwerin is a tax litigator and white collar criminal defense attorney with the law firm Capes Sokol.  She teaches forensic accounting at Webster University, where she uses her talents as both a CPA and lawyer to train forensic accountants on how to deal with lawyers.https://www.capessokol.com/people/michelle-f-schwerinIn this episode, we discuss:The benefits of attending conferencesHow mock court exercises increases confidenceThe characteristics of a great forensic accountantThe value of mentorsSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Frank McKenna has over 30 years in the anti-fraud industry.  He is the Chief Fraud Strategist for Point Predictive and the author of blog: FrankonFraud.pointpredictive.comfrankonfraud.comIn this episode, we discuss:How fraud technology is changing the landscape in finding fraudWhy the passion for chasing fraud is key to hiringHow preventing fraud requires creative thinking.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Terry Rich is  an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and former director of a state lottery.  When a $16 million lottery ticket was suspiciously redeemed, an investigation started and led directly to Eddie Tipton, an computer programmer working for the lottery.  This story is how hot dogs, Bigfoot, and a lottery ticket combined into the uncovering of a multi-state lottery fraud.https://terryspeaks.com/In this episode, we discuss:How various lotteries work.The investigation into a multi-million dollar lottery fraudHow the lottery fraud was uncoveredThe importance of checks and balancesSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudfighter)

Tom Waldrep is a former bankruptcy judge and the managing partner of the bankruptcy law firm, Waldrep Wall Babcock & Bailey, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  In bankruptcy, fraud examinations are vital to ensure that the bankruptcy process is fair and honest.https://www.waldrepwall.com/team/tom-waldrepIn this episode, we discuss:The role of a bankruptcy judgeThe characteristics of a good fraud examinerThe future of forensic accounting in bankruptcy mattersAnd why he believes in the team approach for law firms.

Stephen Griffin is an author, former CPA, and private equity investor.  As an investor, he had a front row seat in the forensic accounting investigation that led to uncovering a multi-million dollar financial statement fraud scheme of Legacy Global Sports.https://stephengriffinauthor.com/In this episode, we discuss:The growing industry of sub-collegiate sportsHow a forensic accounting investigation uncovered a multi-million dollar financial statement fraud schemeThe key takeaways from the collapse and bankruptcy of Legacy Global Sports

Ian Mitchell is a 20 year veteran in fighting fraud in banking and consulting.  He is the found of The Knoble, a non-profit organization dedicated to fighting human trafficking.  He is also a singer and songwriter.https://www.theknoble.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/31fwXkfT11l03GkbLvDkMeIn this episode, we discuss:The importance of data analytics in preventing fraudWhat skills are needed in data analyticsHow data analytics is fighting human traffickingThe future of data analytics in fighting fraud

Richard Zuckerman was the Acting Assistant Attorney General for the United States Department of Justice, Tax Division.   He is currently a partner with the business law firm, Honigman, in Detroit, Michigan. https://www.honigman.com/attorneys-richard-e-zuckerman.htmlIn this episode, we discuss:The importance of the DOJ Tax Division in criminal and civil tax mattersInternational tax evasion schemesHow an accounting course started his career to becoming an assistant attorney generalThe battle of attrition that the IRS is facing

Don Doles is a former USDA-OIG special agent and Josh Howard is former federal prosecutor.  Along with other federal agents, Dole investigated a multi-million crop insurance fraud scheme in eastern NC with over 60 defendants.  Howard was the federal prosecutor on the investigation before he left to become a defense attorney with Gammon, Howard & Zeszotarski.https://www.ghz-law.com/attorneys/josh-howardIn this episode, we discuss:How crop insurance fraud is committedHow a multi million dollar fraud scheme was uncovered in Eastern NCThe difficulties of prosecuting crop insurance fraudAnd how the crop insurance market is supposed to function.

Joe Minni is an Assistant United States Attorney with the Asset Recovery and Financial Litigation Unit (FLU) for the Eastern Judicial District of Pennsylvania.   The FLU is the collection arm of the United States Attorney's Office.  In this episode, we discuss:The role of the Financial Litigation Unit (FLU)How the FLU collects on various federal judgementsWhat assets and income that the FLU can collect

As a former special agent with IRS-Criminal Investigation, Robert Nordlander reviewed many Suspicious Activity Reports.  Compliance Time podcast interviewed Robert Nordlander about how these reports are used in a criminal investigation, what makes a great report, and some stories about bank compliance working and not working.

Scott Harkey is a Senior Financial Crimes Prosecutor with the NC Conference of District Attorneys.  He travels throughout North Carolina to prosecute white collar investigations.  Forensic accountants are used as expert witnesses for the prosecution.http://www.ncdistrictattorney.org/In this episode, we discuss:The role of the NC Conference of District AttorneysThe role of forensic accountants as expert witnessesThe characteristics needed for a forensic accountantHow financial crimes can affect vulnerable populations

Dr. Scott Grob is a subject matter expert for ACAMS.  He was previously interviewed in  Episode 14 about the CAMS credential.  While working in Hong Kong, he experienced illegal wildlife and natural resources trade.  In this episode, we discuss:Why investigating illegal wildlife trade is importantThe financial effects of illegal plants and wildlife trade to societyThe training and resources available to identify this problemACAMS-WWF (free training) Ending Illegal Wildlife Tradehttps://www.acams.org/en/training/certificates/ending-illegal-wildlife-tradeFATF Guidancehttps://www.fatf-gafi.org/publications/methodsandtrends/documents/money-laundering-wildlife-trade.htmlEgmont Group / ECOFEL reporthttps://egmontgroup.org/en/content/ecofel-financial-investigations-wildlife-crime-report-now-available-0Latest Traffic researchhttps://www.traffic.org/publications/reports/the-illegal-wildlife-trade-and-the-banking-sector-in-china-the-need-for-a-zero-tolerance-approach/

Jarod Koopman is a special agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation.  He is currently the Director of the Cyber Crime Unit for the IRS-Criminal Investigation.In this episode, we discuss:The role of the Cyber Crime Unit in the IRSWhy the Cyber Crime Unit is vital to the IRS’s missionSome of the success stories of the Cyber Crime UnitThe importance of innovation

Matt Line is the Special Agent in Charge of the Charlotte Field Office at the Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigation.  He is responsible for the day to day operations of the criminal investigations in NC, SC, and TN.  He oversees approximately 100 special agents and professional support staff.https://www.irs.gov/compliance/criminal-investigationIn this episode, we discuss:The role of IRS criminal investigation in tax complianceThe criteria of a good criminal investigationWhat are the best characteristics of a criminal investigator.The various specialized duties available to IRS special agentsThe typical day of an IRS special agent

Benjamin Bain-Creed is an Assistant United States Attorney responsible for Asset Forfeiture in the Western District of North Carolina.  As part of the prosecution team, he ensures that the asset forfeiture program is implemented in according to federal law and prosecution policy.In this episode, we discuss:The various types of asset forfeitureThe difference between seizure and forfeitureThe decision making process when an asset is seizedWhy asset forfeiture is important in the judicial systemWhat happens when an asset is forfeitedHow victims are repaid from asset forfeiture 

Robyn Shaw is a CPA, CFE, and owner of Facts & Figures Forensics, PLLC, a forensic accounting firm in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  She was previously a forensic accountant as a financial analyst with the Colorado’s 4th Judicial District Attorney's office.  She has worked on over 40 criminal investigations.www.factsfiguresforensics.comIn this episode, we discuss:How Robyn joined the District Attorney’s office as forensic accountantThe criminal cases she investigated as part of the prosecution teamThe difficulties of opening her own forensic accounting firmHow she now markets her forensic accounting services.

After 20 years as a special agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI), Robert Nordlander decided to start a new chapter in life. He left the agency in mid-March to start a forensic accounting and tax resolution firm called Nordlander CPA, PLLC.www.nordlandercpa.comIn this episode, he discussed:The various investigations and opportunities he had during a 20 year tenureWhy he decided to leave IRS-CI How the podcast helped change his outlook on forensic accountingWhat is on the horizon for the new firm

Heather Culp is a law partner with Essex Richards in Charlotte, North Carolina. She focuses on bankruptcy and commercial litigation. She is frequently hired as a receiver.https://www.essexrichards.com/attorneys/heather-w-culp/In this episode, we discuss:The difference between bankruptcy and receivershipThe role of a receiverThe role and need for a forensic accountant in a receivershipThe critical skills and credentials needed for a forensic accountantHow forensic accountants should market themselvesThe value of mentors and sponsorsBook recommendation:The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

The Fraud Fighter Podcast has produced 20 episodes. The podcast has been downloaded from 75 different countries in 700 cities. It continues to grow thanks to listeners like yourself who are interested in fraud and forensic accounting. From the last 20 episodes, I summarized the key takeaways I had from the 20 guests.Communication is vital, both written and oral.There are many opportunities for self-employed forensic accountants.The key to marketing isn't necessarily skills, but relationships.Once a level of success is achieved, people want the intangible benefits of helping others.Credentials are key to being an expert witness.There are many people who need forensic accountants.If you have enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on your favorite podcast directory. Your review helps these directories recommend this podcast to others.

Scott Hogue is currently the Director of Global Investigations at Walmart. In his previous career, he was a special agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation.In this episode we discuss:How Scott chose forensic accounting and fraud investigations as a career.The different areas that Global Investigations oversee at WalmartThe qualifications needed to be a good investigatorThe steps needed to be an investigator at a large retail storeWhat retail investigators focus onThe public corruption case that he is most proud of.If you have benefited from this podcast episode, please subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Also, leave a review because that helps in the search rankings so others can find it.

Chrissie A. Powers, CPA/CFF, CFE, CVA is the owner of Powers Forensic Accounting, LLC located in Columbus, Ohio. She left a regional accounting firm that shut down their forensic accounting services niche and decided to start her own boutique firm.In this episode, we discuss:How she got started in forensic accountingWhy she started her own forensic accounting firmThe value of a CPA license and CFE credentialThe importance of books and conferences in growing her firmBook recommendations:“Frankensteins of Fraud: By Joseph T. Wells“The Expert Witness Marketing Book” by Rosalie Hamilton“How to Market Your Expert Witness Practice Evidence-Based Best Practices” by James J. Mangraviti, Jr; Steven Babitsky; Alex Babitsky“Who Moved My Cheese?” by Spencer Johnson, MD

Kevin Greene is a retired special agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation. After 27 years of experience in federal criminal investigations, he and another retired federal agent started Eagle Intel Services LLC, a private investigation firm.www.eagleintelservices.comkgreene@eagleintelservices.comIn this episode we discuss:Using technical equipment to gather evidence in an investigationHow an investigation shut down the trading between the United States Federal Reserve and SwitzerlandThe value of a mentor in investigationsThe most valuable skills needed to be a successful investigator

Kevin Hanff spent over 22 years as an IRS special agent. He is now the Chief Information Officer for Integritas3, a forensic accounting and compliance company. He discusses the basic software needed to operate a forensic accounting firm.https://www.integritas3.com/https://www.integritas3.com/kevin-hanffIn this episode, we discuss:How information is transferred from bank statements to analyzeThe software Kevin Hanff uses as a forensic accountant to analyze bank transactionsHow the information is compiled, sorted, and analyzedHow the report is linked to show its supporting evidence

Caryn Finley is a federal prosecutor, who spent 18 years with the United States Department of Justice, Tax Division.In this episode, we discuss:The role of the United States Department of Justice, Tax DivisionThe various ways employment tax fraud is conductedWhen the civil employment tax violations become a criminal violationWhat federal prosecutors will use to advocate a sentence to a judge.

Jeffrey Robinson is an international best selling author. He is considered “one of the world's leading experts on international financial crime.” As a master storyteller, he has written over 30 books, including the best seller “The Laundrymen.” He talked in detail about his 2011 book called “The Takedown”, which describes a federal prosecutor and federal agent taking down the Norte Valle Cartel.www.jeffreyrobinson.comIn this episode, we discuss:How Robinson got started writing about money launderingThe definition of money launderingThe myth of Al Capone and money launderingHow trade-based money laundering is achieved.The investigation that meant the most to himWhy the best investigators practice shoe leather.How great books are based on great storytelling.For a limited time, a free Kindle copy of one of his money laundering books will be available. Go to www.fraudfighterpodcast.com/robinsonoffer and send us a short email about how you found this podcast. One person will be selected to receive a free Kindle copy. The offer will end on December 31, 2020.

Dr. Scott Grob is a subject matter expert in anti-money laundering with the Association of Certified Anti-Money Specialists (ACAMS). ACAMS is the gold standard in international anti-money laundering and compliance training.www.acams.orgwww.acamstoday.orgIn this episode, we discuss:The value of the CAMS credentialHow ACAMS helps society in fighting money launderingHow money laundering is an international problem.The training that ACAMS provides to stop money laundering