Person who tells the public or someone in authority about alleged dishonest or illegal activities
POPULARITY
We are joined by Marc Young to discuss the Khafre Scans, the credibility of the conclusions from the scan data, and the future of this type of technology if it is viable. In the second half of the show, we talk about Marc's encounters with fraud in academia, and the problems with the peer review system. We are going to Peru in October of 2025!! Sign up now and join us, Ben from UnchartedX, and Yousef Aywan from the Khemet School on an epic journey through the highlands of Peru: https://unchartedx.com/2025peru2/ Join us, Ben from UnchartedX, Adam Young, and Karoly Poka for an afternoon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where we will peruse their collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, then we will move to the Explorer's Club for dinner and presentations from us and Ben! https://eveningattheexplorersclub.eventbrite.com/ Join our Patreon, support the show, get extra content and early access! https://www.patreon.com/brothersoftheserpent Support the show with a paypal donation: https://paypal.me/snakebros Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Geophysical Archaeology 01:30 Understanding Synthetic Aperture Radar Technology 04:59 Applications of SAR in Archaeology 08:49 Challenges in Validating Geophysical Data 12:00 Exploring Potential Sites for Scanning 16:00 Natural Features and Geological Considerations 20:02 Interpreting Geophysical Data and Findings 24:58 The Role of Water in Archaeological Structures 26:37 Exploring Ancient Structures and Water Tables 29:19 Theories of Ancient Civilizations and Doomsday Bunkers 30:47 Geological Insights and Ancient Engineering 34:24 Hydraulic Systems and Water Management in Ancient Egypt 36:56 Data Interpretation and the Search for Hidden Structures 39:20 Skepticism and Media Representation of Scientific Findings 46:31 The Challenges of Peer Review and Data Release 54:37 Skepticism and Scientific Methodology 01:02:31 The Sun et al. Paper and Its Controversies 01:20:42 Investigating Scientific Fraud 01:23:05 The Consequences of Whistleblowing 01:27:10 The Integrity of Scientific Research 01:29:49 The Role of Money in Science 01:33:04 The Challenges of Peer Review 01:38:59 Corruption and Conspiracy in Academia 01:48:01 The Future of Scientific Publishing 01:58:24 The Intersection of Science and Political Narratives 02:01:15 Conspiracies in the Scientific Community 02:04:49 The Evolution of Skepticism in Alternative History 02:09:31 The Journey from Speculation to Scientific Inquiry 02:12:55 Future Endeavors and Academic Integrity 02:16:51 The State of Science and Integrity in Research
In a passionate and emotionally charged broadcast, a host reflects on years of warnings against COVID-19 vaccine mandates — especially for pregnant women and young people — and expresses vindication as new revelations emerge. The transcript delves into suppressed data, including CDC and Department of Defense findings on vaccine-linked myocarditis, as well as the alarming miscarriage rates discussed in recent congressional hearings. With Senator Ron Johnson releasing a damning 55-page report and Moderna pulling its joint COVID-flu vaccine, the narrative paints a picture of deception, censorship, and medical negligence. Featuring testimony from peer-reviewed researchers and a call for gold-standard studies from RFK Jr., the segment highlights a growing demand for accountability and transparency in public health policy — and signals what the speaker calls "the beginning of the end" for the COVID vaccine narrative.
In this episode, host Stacey Richter speaks with Ann Lewandowski about whistleblowing in the healthcare industry, focusing on a significant case involving a whistleblower at an employee benefit consultant (EBC) firm. This EBC allegedly pocketed their clients' pharma rebates, violating the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. The discussion highlights the nuances of being a whistleblower, the ethical dilemmas faced, compliance challenges, and the significant financial implications for companies and individuals involved in illegal activities. Ann Lewandowski provides insights into documenting and protecting oneself legally and discusses the broader context of trust and transparency in the healthcare sector. Click through to the show notes below to access all of the mentioned links and prior episodes mentioned. === LINKS ===
Whistleblower im Fokus: Was hat das Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz bisher bewirkt – und wo hakt es noch? Rund zwei Jahre nach dem Inkrafttreten des Hinweisgeberschutzgesetzes ziehen Dr. Rosinus und Dr. Altenbach ein Zwischenfazit und werfen einen Blick auf dessen Umsetzung in der Praxis. Sie analysieren die seither eingetretenen Entwicklungen und beleuchten aktuelle Diskussionspunkte. Zudem gehen sie auf erste Gerichtsentscheidungen sowie Strafverfahren ein, die im Zusammenhang mit dem HinSchG stehen. Hier geht's zur Verordnung über die Zuständigkeit des Bundesamtes für Justiz für die Verfolgung von Ordnungswidrigkeiten nach § 40 HinSchG https://www.recht.bund.de/bgbl/1/2025/111/VO Hier geht‘s zur Entscheidung des LAG Niedersachsen vom 11. November 2024, Az. 7 SLa 306/24 (https://voris.wolterskluwer-online.de/browse/document/3cdd9634-1e23-4489-8a32-31823f9df5f0), die die Frage betrifft, was der Mitarbeitende in einem arbeitsgerichtlichen Verfahren beweisen muss, um sich auf das Benachteiligungsverbot nach dem HinSchG berufen zu können. Hier geht‘s zur Entscheidung des ArbG Hamm vom 16. Februar 2024, Az. 2 Ca 1229/23 (https://nrwe.justiz.nrw.de/arbgs/hamm/arbg_hamm/j2024/2_Ca_1229_23_Urteil_20240216.html) zur Voraussetzung der Nutzung der Meldestelle zur Erlangung des besonderen Schutzes nach dem HinSchG. Hier geht‘s zur Entscheidung des LG Nürnberg-Fürth vom 14. Februar 2024 (https://www.burhoff.de/asp_weitere_beschluesse/inhalte/8363.htm), die die Frage betrifft, ob eine anonyme Meldung über ein Hinweisgebersystem Grundlage für einen Durchsuchungs- und Beschlagnahmebeschluss sein kann. Hier geht's zur Folge Nr. 159 „Ordnungswidrigkeiten im Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz“ https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/159-ordnungswidrigkeitenvorschriften Hier geht's zur Folge Nr. 156 „Gesetzgebungsupdate: Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz“ https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/156-hinweisgeberschutzgesetz Hier geht's zur Folge Nr. 136 „Das Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz – Update zum Stand des Gesetzgebungsverfahrens“ https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/136-new-episode Hier geht's zur Folge Nr. 105 „Das Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz im Fokus - Die größten Vorteile und Kritikpunkte des Gesetzentwurfs“ https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/105-neue-episode Hier geht's zur Folge Nr. 99 „Hinweisgeberschutz in Deutschland – Der neue Referentenentwurf zum Hinweisgeberschutzgesetz“ https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/99-cr Hier geht's zur Folge Nr. 40 „Whistleblowing und Compliance-Praxis - Der neue Entwurf eines Hinweisgeberschutzgesetzes“ https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/40-rosinusonair Dr. Rosinus im Gespräch mit: Dr. Thomas Altenbach, CEO und Rechtsanwalt der LegalTegrity GmbH, ist ein Compliance-Experte mit einer Leidenschaft für Integrität und Innovation. Als Anwalt im Topmanagement internationaler Konzerne sowie als Berater mittelständischer Unternehmen wurde er zu einem der gefragtesten Compliance-Spezialisten. Sein Interesse an Digitalisierung in Verbindung mit Compliance und Mittelstand mündete in der Gründung des Legal Tech Unternehmens LegalTegrity. Dr. Thomas Altenbach ist erreichbar unter altenbach@legaltegrity.com oder unter +49 69 348 713 390. https://www.rosinus-on-air.com https://rosinus-partner.com
Episode Summary: In this episode of the Locked Up Living podcast, Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet down with Andy Agathangelou, the founder of the Transparency Taskforce. Andy shares his mission to reform the financial sector, emphasizing the importance of transparency in promoting ethical behavior and accountability. The conversation delves into the systemic issues within the finance industry, the risks faced by whistleblowers, and the motivations behind those who choose to speak up against wrongdoing. Key Topics Discussed: - Introduction to the Transparency Taskforce and its aims - The systemic problems in the financial sector and the need for reform - The significance of transparency as a tool for behavior change - Personal experiences that led Andy to advocate for financial reform - The risks and consequences faced by whistleblowers in the finance industry - The role of organizations like Bank Confidential in supporting whistleblowers - The debate on whether the UK should adopt a reward system for whistleblowers similar to that in the US Quotes: - "Transparency is really powerful. If we can harness the power of transparency, we can drag what's happening in the shadows into the sunlight." - "People who speak up are often decent human beings who care and know the difference between right and wrong." Resources Mentioned: - Transparency Taskforce: https://transparencytaskforce.org/ - Bank Confidential: https://bankconfidential.com/
Episode Summary: In this episode of the Locked Up Living podcast, Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet down with Andy Agathangelou, the founder of the Transparency Taskforce. Andy shares his mission to reform the financial sector, emphasizing the importance of transparency in promoting ethical behavior and accountability. The conversation delves into the systemic issues within the finance industry, the risks faced by whistleblowers, and the motivations behind those who choose to speak up against wrongdoing. Key Topics Discussed: - Introduction to the Transparency Taskforce and its aims - The systemic problems in the financial sector and the need for reform - The significance of transparency as a tool for behavior change - Personal experiences that led Andy to advocate for financial reform - The risks and consequences faced by whistleblowers in the finance industry - The role of organizations like Bank Confidential in supporting whistleblowers - The debate on whether the UK should adopt a reward system for whistleblowers similar to that in the US Quotes: - "Transparency is really powerful. If we can harness the power of transparency, we can drag what's happening in the shadows into the sunlight." - "People who speak up are often decent human beings who care and know the difference between right and wrong." Resources Mentioned: - Transparency Taskforce: https://transparencytaskforce.org/ - Bank Confidential: https://bankconfidential.com/
Andrew Bakaj, Chief Legal Counsel at Whistleblower Aid, joins Kevin Frazier, AI Innovation and Law Fellow at Texas Law and Contributing Editor at Lawfare, to discuss a declaration by a National Labor Relations Board employee Daniel Berulis that DOGE facilitated the exfiltration of potentially sensitive information to external sources. The two also analyze the merits of whistleblower protections more generally.Read more about the declaration here: https://www.npr.org/2025/04/15/nx-s1-5355896/doge-nlrb-elon-musk-spacex-securityFor a copy of the letter penned by several members of Congress, go here: https://www.npr.org/2025/04/24/nx-s1-5375118/congress-doge-nlrb-whistleblowerTo receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In questo episodio, disponibile anche in versione video sul nostro canale Youtube, parleremo con le Avvocatesse Maria Giovanna Politano e Maria Gabriella Cavallo, per sviscerare la tematica della Responsabilità degli enti e delle aziende. Parleremo anche di Modello 231 e Whistleblowing.
In this thought-provoking conversation, Helen Toner, Director of Strategy at the Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET), discusses her perspectives on AI development, regulation, and international competition. Toner shares insights from her time on OpenAI's board, clarifying that reports about a "Q*" breakthrough influencing the board's decision were "totally false." She introduces her concept of "adaptation buffers"—critical windows of time between when AI capabilities are first demonstrated and when they become widely accessible—arguing that society needs this time to build resilience against potential misuse. Toner also explores the challenges of implementing effective AI governance, military applications of AI decision support systems, and the complex dynamics of US-China relations in the emerging AI landscape. Helen Toner's appearance on the TED AI show: https://www.ted.com/talks/the_ted_ai_show_what_really_went_down_at_openai_and_the_future_of_regulation_w_helen_toner Helen Toner's substack : https://helentoner.substack.com/ Additional recommended reads: https://helentoner.substack.com/p/nonproliferation-is-the-wrong-approach https://cset.georgetown.edu/publication/ai-for-military-decision-making/ https://www.lawfaremedia.org/article/ai-regulation-s-champions-can-seize-common-ground-or-be-swept-aside https://www.economist.com/by-invitation/2024/05/26/ai-firms-mustnt-govern-themselves-say-ex-members-of-openais-board SPONSORS: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): Oracle Cloud Infrastructure offers next-generation cloud solutions that cut costs and boost performance. With OCI, you can run AI projects and applications faster and more securely for less. New U.S. customers can save 50% on compute, 70% on storage, and 80% on networking by switching to OCI before May 31, 2024. See if you qualify at https://oracle.com/cognitive Shopify: Shopify powers millions of businesses worldwide, handling 10% of U.S. e-commerce. With hundreds of templates, AI tools for product descriptions, and seamless marketing campaign creation, it's like having a design studio and marketing team in one. Start your $1/month trial today at https://shopify.com/cognitive NetSuite: Over 41,000 businesses trust NetSuite by Oracle, the #1 cloud ERP, to future-proof their operations. With a unified platform for accounting, financial management, inventory, and HR, NetSuite provides real-time insights and forecasting to help you make quick, informed decisions. Whether you're earning millions or hundreds of millions, NetSuite empowers you to tackle challenges and seize opportunities. Download the free CFO's guide to AI and machine learning at https://netsuite.com/cognitive PRODUCED BY: https://aipodcast.ing CHAPTERS: (00:00) Teaser (06:04) Introduction and Background (09:32) AI Timeline Perspectives (12:26) OpenAI Board Experience (17:04) OpenAI Culture Discussion (Part 1) (19:20) Sponsors: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) | Shopify (20:33) Sponsors: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) | Shopify (22:30) OpenAI Culture Discussion (Part 2) (24:03) OpenAI's Contradictory Messaging (26:15) Whistleblowing in AI (31:30) AI Transparency Requirements (Part 1) (36:30) Sponsors: NetSuite (37:58) AI Transparency Requirements (Part 2) (38:38) Adaptation Buffers Concept (44:06) Technical vs. Societal Solutions (52:13) AI Regulation Approaches (57:20) Iterative Deployment Challenges (01:05:50) US-China AI Competition (01:14:54) Military Decision Support Systems (01:20:57) Future AI Military Equilibrium (01:27:39) Outro
In this episode of Nurse Converse, Maggie Ortiz continues the Protect Your Nursing License Series as she talks about what it really means to blow the whistle in nursing. From reporting unsafe care to protecting your license, she breaks down your legal and ethical responsibilities, what protections you have, and why staying silent isn't an option. She also shares tips on documenting concerns, knowing your rights, and why having liability insurance matters more than you might think. >>Whistleblowing in Nursing: Navigating the Risks and RewardsJump Ahead to Listen:[02:56] Whistleblowing in nursing.[04:53] Whistleblower protections for nurses.[09:45] Choosing the right lawyer.[13:47] Duty to report negligence.[20:00] Reporting ethical standards in nursing.Connect with Maggie LinkedIn and on social media:Instagram: @advocates4nursesTikTok: @advocates4nursesFor more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org
Rechtsextreme Aussagen in Polizeichats, Körperverletzung im Amt und Sexismus am Arbeitsplatz. Immer wieder kommt es bei der Polizei zu Skandalen, die unsere Grundrechte verletzen. Doch wie können Polizist*innen Fehlverhalten melden und welche Hürden begegnen ihnen dabei? Ein Gespräch über Whistleblowing in der Polizei mit GFF Juristin Laura Kuttler.
In this episode of the Whistleblower of the Week podcast, host Jane Turner speaks with leading tax whistleblower expert and advocate Dean Zerbe, partner at Zerbe, Miller, Fingeret, Frank and Jadav, LLP and Senior Policy Analyst at the National Whistleblower Center.Prior to entering private practice, Zerbe was active in Congressional investigations of government waste, fraud, and abuse for over 25 years. As Senior Counsel and Tax Counsel on the Senate Finance Committee for Senator Charles E. Grassley, Zerbe was the driving force behind the drafting and passage of legislation that created the Whistleblower Office at the IRS as well as changes in the tax code that greatly expanded the rewards for tax whistleblowers.In this episode, Turner and Zerbe dive into the current state of tax whistleblowing under the IRS Whistleblower Program, discussing its successes as well as its flaws. Zerbe explains how recent efforts have made the program more efficient but outlines the urgent need for specific reforms.Turner and Zerbe also discuss Zerbe's own unique career path as a tax whistleblower advocate and the inspiration behind the 2006 IRS whistleblower law he helped write.Zerbe and the National Whistleblower Center (NWC) are calling for the passage of reforms found in the IRS Whistleblower Improvement Act of 2023. NWC has set up an Action Alert allowing individuals to write to their members of Congress urging them to pass the reforms to strengthen the IRS Whistleblower Program. Listen to the podcast on WNN or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Amazon. Subscribe on your favorite platform!
The current climate in investigations – Interview with Jonathan Armstrong How do you navigate through what could be the stormiest times in investigations? In today's episode, Dr. Christian Rosinus conducts an insightful interview with Jonathan Armstrong about the current climate in investigations in times when corporate scandals make the front pages of newspapers. Jonathan's particular expertise in this area stems from his many years as a lawyer specializing in compliance. He is a partner at Punter Southall and adjunct professor at Fordham Law School. Jonathan identifies various difficulties from different areas, such as changes in GDPR, political trends and the pandemics. He sheds light on how to deal with the challenges of the changing whistleblower culture and the issue of personal liability of executives under the influence of international developments, like the Trump administration. Listen to episode No. 40: Whistleblowing und Compliance-Praxis - Der neue Entwurf eines Hinweisgeberschutzgesetzes: https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/40-rosinusonair Listen to episode No. 71: Hinweisgeberschutz in Deutschland - Update zur Umsetzung der EU-Whistleblower-Richtlinie: https://criminal-compliance.podigee.io/71-rosinusonair https://www.rosinus-on-air.com https://rosinus-partner.com
Today, I'm sharing something deeply personal and serious—my stalker story. For over a year, Timothy C. (we can share his full name soon if need be) has been physically stalking me, and his digital harassment goes back even further. Law enforcement is now involved, but I wanted to update you all in case anything happens to me—so there's no question about who did it. This episode isn't just about my experience; it's also about the reality of stalking, the dangers of obsession, and the importance of taking threats seriously. Stay aware, stay safe, and let's talk about it all, shall we?—https://noblegoldinvestments.com
DARVO was coined by Dr. Jennifer Freyd in the 1990s and stands for “Deny, Attack, and Reverse Victim and Offender.” DARVO is a common defense strategy by perpetrators, narcissists, and offenders of both criminal and noncriminal harm when they wish to deflect accountability for their actions.Despite how common DARVO is both individually in relationships as well as on a larger scale (e.g., corporate and government level), it isn't talked about very often. DARVO is highly effective at silencing victims. But I'm hopeful that by sharing knowledge of how DARVO operates, we can empower ourselves and our society to combat it.In this episode, we discuss the dynamics of DARVO, as well as the ways it can suppress whistleblowers and negatively impact their wellbeing.I know it's a weighty topic for this episode, but it feels highly useful for all of us to have this knowledge handy, whether to advocate for ourselves or to better support our clients in identifying DARVO and successfully holding others accountable.You can find the shorter, less in-depth version of this episode here:https://youtu.be/zhAZfcin3YYNational Domestic Violence Hotline:https://www.thehotline.org/Crisis Text Line:https://www.crisistextline.org/"How to Handle the DARVO Method"https://sentientcounselling.co.uk/2023/03/21/how-to-handle-the-darvo-method/Thank you to Paubox for sponsoring this episode. Paubox makes HIPAA-secure email easy and streamlined. Check them out here:https://bit.ly/pps_paubox_spotify*Get $250 off your first year with Paubox with coupon code "SKILLS"*Bonus Deal:* If you add the Paubox badge to your website you get an extra $100 off your first year - that means you can get your whole first year free if you apply both deals! FREE Guide: Start a Private Practice in Counseling:https://tinyurl.com/y9ek9en8"Processing Personal Challenges While Still Being a Therapist"https://youtu.be/KoLn9XeUZ9YChoosing Therapy Article: "DARVO: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender”https://www.choosingtherapy.com/darvo/Dr. Jennifer Freyd: “What is DARVO?”https://www.jjfreyd.com/darvoCNN Article: "What others knew: Culture of denial protected Nassar for years”https://www.cnn.com/2018/01/23/us/nassar-sexual-abuse-who-knew/index.htmlOffice of the Whistleblower Website:https://whistleblower.house.gov/“Whistleblowing and Mental Health” Government Document:https://whistleblower.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/whistleblower.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/Whistleblowing_and_Mental_Health.pdfResources for Whistleblowers:https://whistleblower.house.gov/resources/resources-whistleblowers"The Whistleblower's Dilemma: Do the Risks Outweigh the Benefits?”https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/whistleblowers-in-business/Whistleblower Protections (in the U.S.)https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/whistleblowerArticle: "What Makes Whistleblowers So Threatening?”https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4676977/LINKS*Some links are affiliate links. A percentage of purchases come back to me and help my channel immensely!
When whistleblowers feel confident about reporting what they have seen and heard and know to be immoral or illegal, far-reaching changes can be made. With major changes to UK fraud laws taking effect this year, the government has made it clear that enforcement is ramping up. Joining FT Adviser editor Simoney Kyriakou on this episode of the Editor's Podcast is Peter Tutton, a financial investigator and forensic accountant. He is an expert in effective whistleblowing frameworks and investigations into wrongdoing, a champion for consumers with vulnerable characteristics, and associate managing director at Nardello & Co. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, we bring you a replay of one of our most impactful podcasts from last year, featuring Alex Cotoia and Daniela Melendez. Listen in as we discuss the EU Whistleblower Directive of October 2019. We'll return next week with one of our regular updates.Directive 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and Council dated 23 October 2019 on the “protection of persons who report breaches of Union law” (the “Directive”) is currently being implemented by EU Member States. The directive has broad applicability to organizations operating in the EU internal market and applies to both public and private sector organizations alike. Whistleblowers are guaranteed legal protection to the extent: (1) they have reasonable grounds to believe that the information reported was true at the time of the report; and (2) the whistleblower reported either internally to the organization, externally to a competent authority, or publicly. Private sector organizations with 50 or more workers are legally required to establish channels and procedures for internal reporting of EU law breaches and conduct appropriate follow-up. In this episode, Mike Volkov is joined by Daniela Melendez and Alex Cotoia from the Volkov Law Group, who bring their expertise to the table as they delve into the EU Directive and its implementation by several member states. Listen to this discussion to understand and navigate the complexities of the EU Whistleblowing Directive.The EU Whistleblower Directive shifts the burden of proof on retaliatory actions to the person taking the detrimental action, requiring them to demonstrate it was not linked to reporting concerns.Global companies are taking a proactive stance by increasingly focusing on robust ethics and compliance programs. This strategic move is aimed at mitigating risks and promoting positive corporate citizenship in today's economy, where adherence to legal and ethical standards is paramount.France signed the EU Directive into law on March 21, 2022, outlining protocols for gathering and handling whistleblower reports, including a two-month deadline for imposing disciplinary sanctions.Germany enacted the EU Directive on May 12, 2023, allowing anonymous reports and setting a three-month investigation deadline after receiving the report.Spain addressed the EU Directive on February 2023 by covering additional topics like occupational health and safety breaches. The directive established a three-month deadline for investigations and allowed anonymous reports.Italy transposed the EU Directive on August 4, 2022, including administrative, financial, civil, and criminal offenses not covered by the Directive, with a 30-day deadline to conduct investigations upon receipt of reports.Companies are advised to make resources available to conduct investigations quickly due to the short timeframes set by various countries' whistleblower protection laws.ResourcesMichael Volkov on LinkedIn | TwitterThe Volkov Law GroupAlex Cotoia on LinkedIn Email: acotoia@volkovlaw.comDaniela Melendez on LinkedInEmail: dmelendez@volkovlaw.com
keywordsmoral injury, psychological trauma, healthcare, forensic populations, mental health, research, organizational health, emotional literacy, whistleblowing, secure mental health summaryIn this conversation, Elanor Webb discusses the concept of moral injury, particularly in the context of healthcare and forensic populations. She explains the definitions, symptoms, and historical context of moral injury, as well as her research findings on its prevalence and sources in secure mental health settings. The discussion also covers protective factors against moral injury, the role of organizations in fostering a morally healthy environment, and the implications of whistleblowing. Elanor emphasizes the importance of emotional literacy and support systems for individuals working in high-stress environments. · Elanor's research relating to potential sources of moral injury for secure mental healthcare staff is published and available at: https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/jcrpp-03-2024-0021/full/html?skipTracking=true#:~:text=In%20accordance%20with%20dominant%20definitions,700). · The CDCT project relating to recommendations for establishing a morally healthy organisation is published and available at: https://journals.lww.com/joem/abstract/9900/guidance_for_creating_morally_healthy.727.aspx takeaways Moral injury arises from actions that conflict with one's moral values. It is characterized by feelings of guilt, shame, and loss of trust. Moral injury is distinct from PTSD and burnout. The historical context of moral injury is rooted in war-related experiences. Research shows moral injury is prevalent in healthcare settings, especially during COVID-19. Sources of moral injury can be unique to specific environments, like secure mental health care. Social support can have both protective and negative effects on moral injury. Organizational responses to moral transgressions significantly impact individual experiences of moral injury. Whistleblowing can be both a response to and a cause of moral injury. Education and emotional literacy are crucial for preventing moral injury.
keywordsmoral injury, psychological trauma, healthcare, forensic populations, mental health, research, organizational health, emotional literacy, whistleblowing, secure mental health summaryIn this conversation, Elanor Webb discusses the concept of moral injury, particularly in the context of healthcare and forensic populations. She explains the definitions, symptoms, and historical context of moral injury, as well as her research findings on its prevalence and sources in secure mental health settings. The discussion also covers protective factors against moral injury, the role of organizations in fostering a morally healthy environment, and the implications of whistleblowing. Elanor emphasizes the importance of emotional literacy and support systems for individuals working in high-stress environments. · Elanor's research relating to potential sources of moral injury for secure mental healthcare staff is published and available at: https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/jcrpp-03-2024-0021/full/html?skipTracking=true#:~:text=In%20accordance%20with%20dominant%20definitions,700). · The CDCT project relating to recommendations for establishing a morally healthy organisation is published and available at: https://journals.lww.com/joem/abstract/9900/guidance_for_creating_morally_healthy.727.aspx takeaways Moral injury arises from actions that conflict with one's moral values. It is characterized by feelings of guilt, shame, and loss of trust. Moral injury is distinct from PTSD and burnout. The historical context of moral injury is rooted in war-related experiences. Research shows moral injury is prevalent in healthcare settings, especially during COVID-19. Sources of moral injury can be unique to specific environments, like secure mental health care. Social support can have both protective and negative effects on moral injury. Organizational responses to moral transgressions significantly impact individual experiences of moral injury. Whistleblowing can be both a response to and a cause of moral injury. Education and emotional literacy are crucial for preventing moral injury.
Transformative Leadership Conversations with Winnie da Silva
“Leadership without courage isn't leadership at all, but courage without integrity is dangerous.'' - Winnie da SilvaWhat if your fear was the key to unlocking your greatest leadership potential? In this episode of Transformative Leadership Conversations, I explore the often-overlooked power of fear in leadership. Fear is something all leaders face, but it's not the fear itself that defines us—it's how we respond to it. You'll hear me discuss how we can transform fear from a roadblock into a powerful catalyst for courageous leadership. The question isn't whether you're afraid, it's what you choose to do in the face of that fear.As we navigate these turbulent times, it's more important than ever to lead with courage, not just for yourself but for your team. Fear will always be a part of leadership, but what if you could choose courage instead of being paralyzed by fear?You'll hear me discuss:The Neuroscience of Fear: I break down how your brain responds to fear and why your body treats psychological threats just like physical ones. I'll explain how your brain's stress response can hijack your decision-making and what this means for leaders in high-pressure situations.The Role of Courage in Leadership: Courage isn't about eliminating fear—it's about navigating it. I'll explain why leadership without courage isn't really leadership at all, and why courage without integrity is dangerous. Courage is a skill, not a trait, and it's essential for effective leadership, especially in times of uncertainty and fear.The Brain's Built-in Mechanism for Courage: Neuroscience reveals that our brains are wired to react to fear, but the good news is we can override that natural response. I'll show you how activating your prefrontal cortex allows you to make better decisions, even when fear is present. Courage isn't the absence of fear—it's the ability to act in spite of it.Whistleblowing as an Act of Courage: Using the example of Stephen May, a whistleblower from Purdue Pharma, I'll discuss how standing up against unethical practices takes immense courage, even when the cost is high. You'll hear how speaking truth to power can lead to transformational change, even when the path isn't easy or well-received.Practical Strategies to Cultivate Courage: Finally, I'll offer practical steps to help you develop and strengthen your own courage. From identifying where fear is holding you back to taking small, intentional steps, I'll guide you on how to confront fear head-on and train yourself to be a braver, more effective leader.ResourcesWinnie da Silva on LinkedIn | On the Web | Substack | Email - winnie@winnifred.org
(00:00) INTRO: ARD kritisiert ProSiebenSat.1 wegen Einbettung unerlaubter ARD-Mediatheken-Inhalte in joyn - Florian Hager | (03:17) DIGITALE RESILIENZ: Unconference #RefoundingDemocracy2025 - digitale-resilienz.org - Leif Kramp - Stephan Weichert | (10:16) BUNDESTAGSWAHL: Randthema Medienpolitik? Was die Parteien wollen - Michael Meyer | (20:36) BUCH: "inside TAGESSCHAU" - Nestbeschmutzung oder Whistleblowing? - Alexander Teske - Florian Hager | (1:03:30) BONUS: ARD-Pressegespräch nach der ARD-Sitzung in Frankfurt/Main, 14.02.2025 || Jörg Wagner
(00:00) INTRO: ARD kritisiert ProSiebenSat.1 wegen Einbettung unerlaubter ARD-Mediatheken-Inhalte in joyn - Florian Hager | (03:17) DIGITALE RESILIENZ: Unconference #RefoundingDemocracy2025 - digitale-resilienz.org - Leif Kramp - Stephan Weichert | (10:16) BUNDESTAGSWAHL: Randthema Medienpolitik? Was die Parteien wollen - Michael Meyer | (20:36) BUCH: "inside TAGESSCHAU" - Nestbeschmutzung oder Whistleblowing? - Alexander Teske - Florian Hager | (1:03:30) BONUS: ARD-Pressegespräch nach der ARD-Sitzung in Frankfurt/Main, 14.02.2025 || Jörg Wagner
Trump — in a move that signals that Trump's America is now pro bribery and extortion, and anti-ethics and whistleblowers, Trump just suspended enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (and is companion Foreign Extortion Prevention Act” because he says not allowing American businesses to bribe their way to new business is unAmerican, while at the same time dismissing the heads of Government offices for Ethics and Whistleblowing to prevent corruption. Save your smile and your bank account with Remi! Get up to 50% off your custom-fit mouth guard at https://ShopRemi.com/LEGALAF today! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do we create systems that encourage whistleblowing without incentivizing malicious reporting? Should we reward whistleblowers financially? Why is closure important, both for whistleblowers and the organisations they are whistleblowing on? Episode SummaryOn this episode, I speak with Pav Gill, the whistleblower behind the Wirecard scandal and former General Counsel for Wirecard's Asia Pacific operations. But this conversation isn't about Wirecard. Instead, we explore the broader dynamics of whistleblowing—beyond high-profile scandals—focusing on the personal and organizational challenges of speaking up. Pav shares insights into what happens after a whistleblower comes forward, why some struggle to move on while others thrive, and how organizations can encourage reporting without creating perverse incentives. We discuss the psychological toll of whistleblowing, the role of incentives in encouraging disclosures, and the importance of closure—not just for individuals but for entire organizations. Pav also introduces the Confide Platform, his end-to-end whistleblowing platform designed to improve the process for both whistleblowers and companies. With experience as both a whistleblower and a compliance professional, he offers a unique perspective on making whistleblowing work for all stakeholders. Whether you work in compliance, risk, legal, or HR or are simply interested in ethical business practices, this episode will provide fresh insights into a complex topic. Guest BiographyPav Gill is the founder and CEO of The Confide Platform, a whistleblowing tool that streamlines the reporting and management of corporate misconduct. He gained prominence as the whistleblower behind the Wirecard scandal, exposing a multi-billion-dollar fraud that ultimately led to the company's collapse. At the time, Pav was General Counsel for Wirecard's Asia Pacific operations. His decision to speak out was instrumental in bringing the case to light. Beyond his whistleblowing experience, Pav is a legal and compliance expert with deep knowledge of corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Before founding the Confide Platform, he held leadership roles, providing legal and strategic counsel in high-stakes corporate environments. His insights into whistleblowing—shaped by both personal experience and professional expertise—make him a leading voice on ethical corporate behaviour and whistleblower protections.
In this episode of the Karma Stories Podcast, Rob shares two explosive stories from the Nuclear Revenge subreddit. The first tale involves a machinist who exposes his boss's illegal activities after being financially trapped and mistreated for years. The second story is about a young veterinarian who gets back at his manipulative ex-wife and her fraudulent activities, showcasing some clever cyber-sleuthing and legal maneuvering. Buckle up for dramatic narratives of karmic justice!Submit your own stories to KarmaStoriesPod@gmail.com.Check out our NEW PODCAST! Karma Crime!https://kccyt.com/KarmaCrimeApplePodcastshttps://kccyt.com/KarmaCrimeSpotifyhttps://kccyt.com/KarmaCrimeAmazonMusichttps://kccyt.com/KarmaCrimeDeezerKarma Stories is available on all major Podcasting Platforms and on YouTube under the @KarmaStoriesPodcast handle. We cover stories from popular Reddit Subreddits like Entitled Parents, Tales From Tech Support, Pro Revenge and Malicious Compliance. You can find new uploads here every single day of the week!Rob's 3D Printing Site: https://Dangly3D.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/karma-stories--5098578/support.
Dive into Episode #131 of the Psych Health and Safety USA Podcast, featuring host Dr. I. David Daniels, PhD, CSD, VPS, and special guest Jackie Garrick, the founder of Whistleblowers of America, who discusses the concept of whistle-blowing, the value that it creates for organizations, and how it can fortify psychological health and safety. Individuals who choose to blow the whistle encounter various risks, including retaliation from employers, which may take the form of harassment or job termination, as well as possible blacklisting in their industry, complicating efforts to secure future employment. They may face legal actions, damaging their reputations and impacting their professional and personal relationships. Financial burdens also pose a concern, as whistleblowing often results in lost wages and significant legal expenses. Moreover, the emotional and psychological impact of exposing wrongdoing can be profound, potentially leading to stress and anxiety. Nevertheless, whistleblowers play a vital role in fostering accountability and uncovering misconduct, and some legal protections and incentives are available to help alleviate these challenges. Whistleblowers of America was created to support those who need it in the sometimes complex pursuit of what they believe is right.
We hear about lawsuits and false claims acts regularly, but did you know that many of these begin with someone working from inside the organization? Calling out bad behavior or noncompliance, sometimes again and again without being heard—before deciding to call on a third party for help? You might have seen the recent headlines about New York insurer Independent Health, which agreed in December to pay $100M to settle allegations it had upcoded claims to inflate Medicare Advantage payment. But did you know the basis of the lawsuit was a whistleblower, and 12 years in the making? My guest on Off the Record knows this very well. Mary Inman is a Partner at Whistleblower Partners LLP, and Head of International Whistleblower Practice for the firm. She also served as legal counsel in this very case. I continue my “law and coding” start to 2025 with a fascinating guest and topic. On this show we discuss: Who/what is a whistleblower, and the concept of qui tam The mechanics/process of a whistleblower engaging a lawfirm: Are they working for their employer throughout reporting, discovery? Is gathering evidence to support their case without employer knowledge illegal? What happens to a whistleblower who wins—or loses? How much can they stand to make, and is their career over? New DOJ whistleblower project to encourage additional reporting What some whistleblowers get wrong/false report or misunderstand What hospitals/healthcare organizations can do to lessen the risk Mary's Off the Record Spotify playlist selection (I was disappointed it was not Judas Priest's Breaking the Law)
In this episode, Rory Johnson and Charles Pigott discuss the latest whistleblowing case law and plans for reform.
Aaron Kimberly joins Something For Everybody this week. Aaron is a medicalized butch lesbian, gender medicine whistleblower, and host of the Bearded Lesbian Podcast. In this conversation, Aaron discusses the complexities surrounding gender identity, particularly focusing on the medicalization of youth and the political narratives that shape public understanding. He expresses deep concern for children who are being misled by current societal narratives and emphasizes the need for critical examination of the medical system's approach to gender dysphoria. The discussion also touches on the impact of language, the importance of free speech, and the dynamics within the trans community, highlighting the differences between those who seek to integrate into society versus those who aim to disrupt it. Timestamps: 00:00 Navigating Personal Challenges and Concerns for Youth 03:01 The Medical System and Political Narratives 05:51 Language and the Power of Labels 09:13 Free Speech and Media Control in Canada 12:04 The Complexity of Trans Experiences 15:01 Integrators vs. Disruptors in Trans Activism 20:11 Understanding Gender Roles and Socialization 23:50 The Pathways to Transition and Medicalization 30:03 The Role of Homophobia and Sexual Orientation 34:41 Understanding Trans Identity and Activism 37:48 Personal Journey and Societal Influences 46:22 Navigating Medicalization and Mental Health 52:09 Whistleblowing in the Medical Community 59:50 Current Life and Future Aspirations - See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://everybodyspod.com/deals/ - Shop For Everybody Use code SFE10 for 10% OFF
This is episode 1 of the series: Whistleblowing in Healthcare: Do We have Legal ProtectionsEpisode 1: This episode introduces the fundamentals of whistleblowing within the healthcare sector, explaining what it is, why it is essential, and the legal protections available for those who report unethical practices. It also explores common scenarios that may lead to whistleblowing, as well as the potential personal and professional risks involved. The goal is to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to act ethically and responsibly, fostering safer and more transparent healthcare environments. Episode 2: This episode delves into the practical aspects of whistleblowing. It covers essential steps such as gathering and documenting evidence, navigating internal reporting mechanisms, and implementing strategies for protecting oneself from retaliation. The content is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the tools and resources needed to report unethical or illegal practices responsibly and safely, thereby promoting a more ethical healthcare system. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Whistleblowing in Healthcare: Do We have Legal Protections
This is episode 2 of the series: Whistleblowing in Healthcare: Do We have Legal ProtectionsEpisode 1: This episode introduces the fundamentals of whistleblowing within the healthcare sector, explaining what it is, why it is essential, and the legal protections available for those who report unethical practices. It also explores common scenarios that may lead to whistleblowing, as well as the potential personal and professional risks involved. The goal is to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to act ethically and responsibly, fostering safer and more transparent healthcare environments. Episode 2: This episode delves into the practical aspects of whistleblowing. It covers essential steps such as gathering and documenting evidence, navigating internal reporting mechanisms, and implementing strategies for protecting oneself from retaliation. The content is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the tools and resources needed to report unethical or illegal practices responsibly and safely, thereby promoting a more ethical healthcare system. ---Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView Episode TranscriptView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Whistleblowing in Healthcare: Do We have Legal Protections
In this episode, Leslie Manookian shares her experiences from Wall Street and how they led her to health advocacy. She discusses the findings behind her documentary The Greater Good, including issues with product testing and health impacts, as well as the narratives designed to centralize control. Learn how healing yourself can help you raise conscious, well-adjusted children. For full show notes, links, and resources mentioned in this episode, visit our website: https://thewayfwrd.com/podcast/whistleblowing-wall-street-the-greater-good-with-leslie-manookian/ The Way Forward podcast is sponsored by: New Biology Clinic: Experience individually tailored terrain-based health services with virtual consults, practitioner livestreams, movement classes, and more. The New Biology Clinic's motivation is to make you healthy and keep you that way. Visit https://NewBiologyClinic.com and enter code TheWayForward for $50 off your activation fee. Members of The Way Forward get the full activation fee waived. Become a member of The Way Forward here: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ ————————— RMDY Collective: Dedicated to making homeopathy accessible with high-quality remedies and hands-on training. Discover how this holistic approach supports natural healing and empowers you to take charge of your wellness. Explore more at RMDY Collective at https://rmdycollective.org/?bg_ref=MKho6KZowa Enroll in RMDY Academy at https://rmdyacademy.org/?bg_ref=MKho6KZowa
Matt and Gus are back after a break for the holidys discussing the closing of whitetail season, the New Orleans terror attack, the Las Vegas cyber truck explosion and a deep dive on the security impacts of poor immigration laws. On this Episode... Lackluster whitetail seasons. Getting some closure on Matt's August 15th debocle with his hunting lease. Thoughts on the New Orleans terror attack. Las Vegas cyber truck explosion. Possible motives of the individual alledgidly driving the cyber truck. Evidence and findings that have come to light but riase more questions than answers. Whistleblowing on war crimes and dangerous technological arms races. Illegal immigration in the United States and the devistating impact it's having on American tax payers, our law enforcement and the small communities along the Southern border. Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/whiskeyandwhitetails Instagram - @whiskeyandwhitetails Facebook - @whiskeyandwhitetails X - @whskywhitetail Website & Store - www.whiskeyandwhitetails.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUX9-ft9bLcrNMUMREwj4Dw/featured MORE: We'd like to extend a special thank you to everyone who has supported us along this journey so far. We've done a lot in a short time and have so much more we're excited to do still. We must give a particularly BIG shoutout to our growing Patreon Community! If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a 5 star rating on your favorite podcast app, leave us a review, and tell a fellow whiskey or whitetail/hunting enthusiast about our show. We'd be beyond grateful for the support. Make sure to stay up to date on everything we're doing through our Instagram and visit our website to check out our latest journal posts about hunting, whiskey and cigars and our shop for our latest barrel made products. Last but not lease, please consider joining our Patreon community where you'll get exclusive access to Patreon only content, early access to other content, prizes, giveaways, a voice in what content we create, live streams, expand our ability to bring you EVEN MORE awesome content as well as a community of awesome whiskey and outdoor enthusiasts. This podcast is a part of the Waypoint TV Podcast Network. Waypoint is the ultimate outdoor network featuring streaming of full-length fishing and hunting television shows, short films and instructional content, a social media network, and Podcast Network. Follow Waypoint on Instagram at the following accounts @waypointtv @waypointpodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Westerhaus, Christine www.deutschlandfunk.de, Campus & Karriere
A version of this essay was published by firstpost.com at https://www.firstpost.com/opinion/shadow-warrior-comrade-kirillov-and-the-art-of-whistleblowing-13846569.html?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=socialOne of the great Raja Rao's slighter works is called Comrade Kirillov: it is what Graham Greene would have called an ‘entertainment', as opposed to the ‘novels' he wrote on themes of some gravity. I was reminded of the title in an altogether inappropriate way when I read of the assassination of General Kirillov in Moscow, allegedly by Ukrainian secret agents.Then I read of the tragic suicide of Suchir Balaji, a whistleblower and former employee at OpenAI, surely the most glamorous company in Silicon Valley these days.There is a thread here: it is not good for your health if you expose certain people or certain companies. You will pay a price.You may just be minding your own business, but you happen to be in the way. This is what happened to Indian nuclear and space scientists over the last few decades. Homi Bhabha's plane crashed in the Swiss Alps. Vikram Sarabhai died mysteriously at Halcyon Castle, Trivandrum, close to the space center that now bears his name.Dozens of lesser-known Indian space and nuclear scientists and engineers died too, inexplicably. The same thing happened to Iranian nuclear scientists. Nambi Narayanan was lucky to escape with his life (“Who killed the ISRO's cryogenic engine?”), though his career and reputation were ruined.My friend Dewang Mehta of NASSCOM died quite suddenly too. I wrote a tribute to him years ago, “The man who knew marketing”. In hindsight, I think he was a friend, not just an acquaintance. I remember some very human details about him: eg. he asked a mutual friend to introduce eligible women to him, just as I did. But I digress: I believe Dewang was as important to the Indian IT story as Bhabha and Sarabhai to nuclear and space: they made us believe, and we rose to the occasion. Then there was Lal Bahadur Shastri. The circumstances of his sudden death remain murky.And Sunanda Pushkar, Shashi Tharoor's wife, whom I was following on Twitter in real time. One night, she promised to make some startling revelations the next morning, presumably about dubious dealings in Dubai by the D Company. And lo! she was dead the next morning.It is hard not to think that there is a pattern. Not only here, but in the trail of dead bodies that follows the Clinton dynasty around. The Obama chef who drowned. The whistleblowing CIA and FBI agents who… just died. The list is long. People who are inconvenient end up in body bags. I remember reading that when Sarabhai died, his family did not even ask for a post-mortem.There are two broad patterns: geo-political assassinations and those for commercial reasons.In Kirillov's case, it was probably both.General Kirillov claimed that there were bio-labs in Ukraine, etc. where the Deep State was cooking up banned biological weapons, in an eerie echo of Peter Daszcak's Ecohealth Alliance and Anthony Fauci's NIAID allegedly aiding and abetting prohibited gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. He claimed biological crises were manufactured on demand to generate profits and increase government control. Presumably he opened a can of worms that the Deep State and Big Pharma didn't want opened. Off with his head!There is the ‘conspiracy theory' that the entire COVID-19 circus was a bioweapons project that went awry. It was intended to depopulate the world, especially of black and brown people, to which the IITD paper (that was forcibly withdrawn) alludes: the genes that seemed to have been inserted into the original virus were from India, Southeast Asia, and Kenya, if I remember right. Of course, the powers that be do not want shocking stuff like this to come out.It is straightforward to make it a false-flag operation with the Ukrainian SBU secret service to provide plausible deniability: much like the bombing of the NordStream pipeline. So exit, stage left, for Kirillov. As Sherlock Holmes might have said, “Follow the money”, or words to that effect. Cui bono?I really don't mean to trivialize human suffering, but to focus on the shadowy forces that organize and execute targeted assassinations. In particular, decapitation strikes can be devastating. In our own history, the loss of Hemachandra Vikramaditya in the Second Battle of Panipat, in 1526, to a stray arrow that hit him in the eye, was a point of inflexion.Similarly, at the Battle of Talikota in 1565, the capture and beheading of the aged Ramaraya by his own troops that had gone rogue turned the winning position of the Vijayanagar Empire into a headlong rout and obliteration for the city-state.The assassination of Ahmed Shah Masoud, the Commander of the Northern Alliance, with a bomb hidden in a news camera, turned the tide in Afghanistan in 2001. The American assassination of Qasem Soleimani of Iran in 2020 led to a significant erosion of Iran's position, for example in Syria.The silencing of whistle-blowers has, alas, become all too common. There were the allegations about Karen Silkwood in 1974, who died in a mysterious car crash as she was driving to meet a NYTimes reporter regarding problems at a plutonium processing plant run by Kerr-McGhee in Oklahoma.In 2003, David Kelly, a British weapons inspector who claimed there were indeed no weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, was found dead. The verdict was suicide.In 2015, Alberto Nisman, an Argentine prosecutor known for his work on terrorism cases, was found dead days after he accused Iran of involvement in a car-bombing on a Jewish center.In March 2024, John Barnett, a former Boeing employee, was found dead from a gunshot wound in his truck, just before he was scheduled to testify in a whistleblower lawsuit. There was also Joshua Dean, who died of a strange infection in May 2024, shortly after Barnett's death. He worked for a company supplying parts to Boeing.In November 2024, Suchir Balaji, all of 26 years old, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment. In October, he had made allegations about OpenAI violating copyright laws.The bottom line: if you know something, just keep quiet about it. If you are a person of substance, take no risks, and be paranoid about your security. It's a pretty nasty world out there.The AI-generated podcast about this essay courtesy Google NotebookLM: 1050 words, 19 Dec 2024 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rajeevsrinivasan.substack.com/subscribe
Comment on the Show by Sending Mark a Text Message.This episode is part of my initiative to provide access to important court decisions impacting employees in an easy to understand conversational format using AI. The speakers in the episode are AI generated and frankly sound great to listen to. Enjoy!Are whistleblowers the unsung heroes of corporate accountability? In our latest episode, we promise to unravel the transformative impact of the Supreme Court's decision in Murray v UBS Securities LLC. This pivotal ruling from February 2024 marks a seismic shift, as whistleblowers no longer need to prove retaliatory intent under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. We guide you through the implications of this landmark change, exploring how it empowers those who speak up against corporate fraud by only requiring proof that their whistleblowing was a contributing factor to negative treatment. Companies now face the challenge of proving their actions against whistleblowers are justified and unrelated, adding a new layer of accountability.We also have an engaging conversation about the broader repercussions on corporate culture. Discover why fostering environments where ethical behavior is celebrated and whistleblowers are valued as guardians of integrity is more crucial than ever. We offer practical advice for potential whistleblowers, from documenting misconduct to seeking expert legal guidance, while acknowledging the emotional and financial hurdles they might encounter. This episode underscores the need for organizations to genuinely embrace ethical practices, moving beyond mere legal compliance, and showcases the courage required for individuals to step into the spotlight despite potential risks. Join us in this essential dialogue about reshaping corporate ethics and accountability. If you enjoyed this episode of the Employee Survival Guide please like us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. We would really appreciate if you could leave a review of this podcast on your favorite podcast player such as Apple Podcasts. Leaving a review will inform other listeners you found the content on this podcast is important in the area of employment law in the United States. For more information, please contact our employment attorneys at Carey & Associates, P.C. at 203-255-4150, www.capclaw.com.Disclaimer: For educational use only, not intended to be legal advice.
John Kiriakou knows from personal experience what it's like to be imprisoned when you shouldn't be. He was a CIA analyst and case officer from 1990 to 2004. In December 2007, John was the first former CIA officer to confirm that the CIA indeed waterboarded prisoners and had a torture program – approved at the highest levels of our government. As a result, Kiriakou spent eighteen months in federal prison – despite the fact that he never tortured anyone. John's background coupled with Pete A Turner's experience in the field ought to give us a fantastic episode with notes and experiences shared at the professional level. When the US goes abroad, it's awfully tough to make it behave or make fewer mistakes.
About RickDr. J. Richard "Rick" Kiper is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in education and law enforcement. After earning his degree in 1992, he taught high school physics and science research before serving as a Special Agent in the FBI for 20 years. His extensive experience includes investigating white-collar and organized crime, administering a Confidential Human Source program, and developing cybersecurity curricula. A retired FBI agent, he now consults in cybersecurity and digital forensics while completing his manuscript for "Education is Salesmanship." He is dedicated to enhancing education through practical insights and mentorship.Recording Date: November 7th, 2024WATCH Rick's Congressional Testimony HERE- Go to time 36:15 Rick's LinksLinkedInClayton's LinksTikTok | Instagram | Twitter (X) | YouTubeBook: travelingtoconsciousness.com/rstj-got-volume-1999 Meditation Challenge: https://999meditation.travelingtoconsciousness.com/Timecodes00:00 - Intro02:22 - Whistleblowing at the FBI06:07 - The Impact of Whistleblower Protection Laws08:17 - Details of the Whistleblower Experience12:34 - Government Waste and Inefficiency18:34 - Challenges in FBI Leadership and Culture26:28 - Exploring Spirituality in Law Enforcement27:08 - The Promotion Process and Its Impact on Families28:35 - Leadership Challenges and Personal Sacrifices30:00 - Accountability and Integrity in the FBI32:53 - The Need for Transparency and Consequences33:53 - Whistleblowing and the Fight for Justice37:46 - The Role of Media and Public Discourse39:48 - Fear and Consequences of Speaking Out41:16 - Diversity and Inclusion: A Double-Edged Sword45:16 - Reforming Large Organizations: A Path Forward49:06 - Leadership Recommendations for the Future51:52 - Weaponization of Government and Its Implications53:58 - The Spiritual Crisis Within Law Enforcement58:02 - Intimidation Tactics and Public Perception01:00:49 - Whistleblowing and Accountability in Law Enforcement01:01:42 - Integrity and Moral Compass in Law Enforcement01:06:21 - Advice for Current Agents Facing Ethical Dilemmas01:09:43 - The Importance of Evidence Integrity01:12:49 - Revelations in the NXIVM Case01:25:19 - Public Involvement and Awareness in Justice ReformIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don KinIG: https://www.instagram.com/donkinmusic/Spotify: https://open.spSend Clayton a text message!Support the showClayton's Campaign: Clayton24.comFREE 999 Meditation Challenge: Sign Up Here
We are all familiar with identity theft which is someone posing as us to gain access to accounts, products, services, etc but have you heard of data theft? Danielle Spencer has...She learned that upon becoming a whistleblower for the US government, she became a target of data theft in which the actual vetting process to become an employee, was used in retaliation.She is now educating others that rather than turn away in fear, step forward in knowledge. She, along with many are educating individuals and the general public about what to know and to be aware of our rights to data privacy.Danielle is an author, an advocate, and an IT expert, visit her at https://daniellespencer.org and buy her books - Digital Assassins, Digital Assassins II, and Protecting Yourself. Thank you for tuning in to Women Making Moves, please follow and rate on your favorite podcast platform and give a follow on Instagram. Visit Amy and Unlock the Magic and follow on Instagram. Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.
My guest today is Michelle Weekley, a courageous woman, free speech advocate and global corruption whistleblower. Michelle is the Director of Product Development at Byte Federal, one of the first bitcoin ATM companies. Previously she spent 10+ years working with tech startups in the “startup mafia” and two years in Dubai and China working in Foreign Direct Investment. In this episode we explore whether Data is the new oil, and how deep does global and government corruption go. We visit the intersection of politics and Bitcoin and the challenges of Bitcoin regulation. Michelle explains what's foreign direct investment & shares her experience from working and living overseas. We discuss the impact of Covid on societal awareness, and the role of Bitcoin as a potential path to reclaiming freedom. ► If you got value, please like, comment, share, subscribe and support my work. Thank you! -- SPONSORS -- ►► Get your TREZOR wallet & accessories, with a 5% discount, using my code at checkout (get my discount code from the episode - yep, you'll have to watch it): https://affil.trezor.io/SHUn ►► Join me in any of these upcoming events:https://www.efrat.blog/p/upcoming-events Nov. 2024 - Adopting Bitcoin, El Salvador (code EFRAT for 10% off) May 2025 - Bitcoin Vegas (prev. Nashville) (code EFRAT for 10% off) June 2025 - BTC Prague (code EFRAT for 10% off) -- LINKS -- Michelle's Twitter: https://x.com/michelleweekley Efrat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/efenigson Efrat's Telegram: https://t.me/efenigson Watch/listen on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/yourethevoice Support Efrat's work: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/efenigson Support Efrat with Bitcoin: https://geyser.fund/project/efenigson -- CHAPTERS -- 00:00 Coming Up... 02:30 Intro & Background 03:15 Background in Foreign Direct Investment and Corruption 04:13 Data Commodification and Manipulation 07:31 Self Custody with Trezor (Ad) 08:03 Michelle At The Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) 16:27 China's Ghost Cities, Smart Cities & 15-minute Cities 23:14 Michelle's Journey Into Bitcoin 25:40 Covid As a Wake Up Call 27:55 Challenging Beliefs and Defining Freedom 32:17 Working At Byte Federal & Bitcoin Regulatory Challenges 36:35 Bitcoin & Politics 44:00 Defending Non-KYC Bitcoin & Preserving Privacy 49:09 Promoting Freedom & In-Person Communities
------------------Fraud in America is made possible by the generous donation of Getnick Law, a boutique Manhattan law firm dedicated to fighting fraud and promoting business integrity.------------------Fraud in America Social Links
In today's episode, we outline whistleblowing laws in the Isle of Man, requirements for making a successful claim for whistleblowing, whether employers are required to have a whistleblowing policy, and more. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide.Host: Philippe Durand (email) (August Debouzy / France)Guest Speaker: Katherine Sheerin (email) (Cains / Isle of Man)Support the showRegister on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.
In 2019, the EU issued the European Parliament and Council Directive (EU) 2019/1937 on the protection of persons who report breaches of EU law. This directive has obliged all member states to implement comprehensive whistleblower protection regulation by December 2021, aiming to ensure that individuals who report misconduct or illegal activities within organizations are safeguarded from retaliation. While all other EU member states have successfully introduced their respective regulations, Poland has been notably delayed in this process. The delay has not gone unnoticed, as Poland has already faced sanctions from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) for failing to meet the directive's deadline. However, there is significant progress to report. On June 14, 2024, Poland has adopted its Whistleblower Protection Act. Most of the new legislation came into force on September 25th, 2024. This new legislation marks a pivotal step towards aligning with EU standards and providing essential protections for whistleblowers within the country. Today, we will be discussing the European Directive on whistleblower protection and the new Polish Whistleblower Protection Act, especially from the viewpoint of Polish employers. Host: Philippe Durand (email) (August Debouzy / France)Guest Speaker: Katarzyna Komolibio (email) (Miller Canfield / Poland)Support the showRegister on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.
In this episode, Dr. Stanton Hom sits down with Justin Leslie, a former Pfizer scientist turned whistleblower. Justin discusses his unique journey from working on mRNA COVID-19 vaccines at Pfizer to becoming a pivotal whistleblower exposing inconsistencies and alleged fraud within the company. He shares his experiences with Project Veritas, the challenges he faced during his undercover investigative work, and the motivations behind his decision to speak out. Justin also dives into the consequences of mRNA technology, its impact on human health, and the broader implications for society. Furthermore, he highlights his current efforts to share his story through various platforms and his commitment to advocating for truth and integrity in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to the Future Generations Podcast 00:37 Meet Justin Leslie: From Pfizer Scientist to Whistleblower 00:59 Unveiling Pfizer's Secrets: A Whistleblower's Journey 02:44 The Path to Pfizer: A Personal and Professional Background 11:16 Diving Deep into Pfizer's Practices and the mRNA Vaccine Controversy 18:54 Exploring the Ethical Quandaries and Scientific Misconduct at Pfizer 28:57 The Whistleblower's Evidence: Uncovering the Truth About Pfizer's Vaccines 33:42 Reflections on the Journey and the Impact of Whistleblowing 35:58 Unveiling the Dark Side of Vaccine Development 36:48 The Ethical Dilemmas and Accountability in Pharma 38:19 Exploring Alternative Media and Whistleblower Challenges 39:32 The Journey of an Undercover Journalist 45:34 Diving Deep into Terrain Theory and Biofields 50:38 The Impact of COVID on Future Generations and Fertility 52:57 A Whistleblower's Mission and Vision for the Future 01:04:47 Supporting the Cause: How You Can Help Key Takeaways: - Justin Leslie shares his journey from being a Pfizer scientist to becoming a whistleblower, exposing practices and decisions within Pfizer related to the COVID-19 vaccines. - Justin discusses his initial aspirations and how his path led him to Pfizer, where he worked directly on mRNA COVID vaccines and subsequently observed and reported on questionable practices. - Highlights include his concerns about changes in vaccine buffers without public disclosure, the impact of these changes on children's vaccinations, and discrepancies in vaccine trial data. - Justin elaborates on his undercover work with Project Veritas, decision-making processes within Pfizer, and the challenges he faced in exposing the information he discovered. - He talks about the broader implications of his findings, including safety concerns related to vaccine components and their distribution within the body. - The discussion also covers Leslie's post-whistleblower life, his mission to inform the public and promote integrity within journalism and science, and his hopes for creating paradigms of truth and health. - Justin emphasizes the importance of questioning narratives, seeking truth, and the role of each individual in shaping a free and informed future. Resources: Remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes and Follow us on Spotify! Learn more about Justin Leslie: Websites: https://justintegrity.net/ https://linktr.ee/justinleslie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin.leslie3/ X: https://x.com/justintegrity_ Learn more about Dr. Stanton Hom on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom Website: https://futuregenerationssd.com/ Podcast Website: https://thefuturegen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/drstantonhom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanhomdc Stay Connected with the Future Generations Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futuregenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/thefuturegensd https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futuregenpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/thefuturegensd/ If you would like to learn more about the truth behind the pandemic, please check out The End of C0V1D. Click the link to sign up: https://theendofcovid.com/ref/352/ Get the Heart of Freedom III Replay here: https://hof3replay.thefuturegen.com/hof3recording Join the Future Generations Community here: https://community.thefuturegen.com San Diego area residents, take advantage of our special New Patient offer exclusively for podcast listeners here. We can't wait to experience miracles with you! If you've been dreaming about a soul filling career that involves supporting women to birth in a holistic, empowered way (while actually getting paid top $$ to do so), consider this your formal invitation to Uncovering Birth Doula Training. Dr. Stan's brilliant friend and colleague Eyla Cuenca is a Childbirth Educator, Doula, health freedom advocate & birth trauma alchemist – and on
As a podcast we are always in support of a free Palestine and encourage all our listeners to donate what they can to support the people in Gaza, whether that is through Operation Olive Branch, (including their GFM for Perinatal Project), MAP, PCRF, PRCS. Please use this template to Write to your MP about stopping the ground invasion of Rafah. Continue to follow the BDS list of companies to boycott. This week we're unpacking the US Coast Guard Titan Submersible hearing. We discuss the weird impact on pop culture and what has been uncovered in the first days of the hearing. Pop culture moments of the week involve a P Diddy lawsuit update and beloved Moo Deng. We have two bonus episodes per month: Celebrity Corner and Bad Book Club, released each month! If you want to hear more from us, support us here! Join our Culture Gang! Email us at culturehangpodcast@gmail.com and follow us on instagram @culturehangpodcast, twitter @CultureHang, TikTok @culturehangpodcast and Youtube!
On this episode of the podcast, host Amanda Head features three guests that she had on her nationwide, primetime TV news show titled, “Just The News, No Noise” hosted on the Real America's Voice Network. While hosting the show solo due to her colleague John Solomon being away, Head talks with a Texas Children's Hospital nurse who became a whistleblower. Vanessa Sivadge willingly stepped up to expose the hospital for alleged Medicaid fraud related to chemically castrating minors. Sivadge has since been terminated from the hospital but goes in-depth about her professional experiences and the reasons why she blew the whistle.The other two interviews on this episode of the podcast include Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon and Tony Kinnett who works as an investigative columnist at the Daily Signal. Both gentlemen discuss the Democrat's National Convention, with McKoon highlighting the Biden-Harris Administration's massive revisions recently made to their job growth statistics, as well as talking about election integrity measures to ensure fair elections in the Peach State. Furthermore, Kinnett discussed his own coverage outside of the DNC and inside the protests, highlighting the chaotic and violent nature of events unfolding as prominent Democrats spoke inside. Kinnett also emphasized the importance of transparency and integrity in journalism.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
To Watch The Full Uncensored Version Visit The True North Movement https://www.patrickcoffin.media/the-true-north-movement/ Justin Leslie was a scientist working at Pfizer who knew he had inside information that would be perfect for Project Veritas, the sting operation journalism organization founded by James O'Keefe. Justin reached out to O'Keefe, and received training in undercover operations, and successfully captured all kinds of incriminating information from Pfizer. Fast forward to the sting operation in which Dr. Jordon Trishton Walker, a director of research and development for the Pfizer Corporation, was caught on video going on and on about outlining how the company could mutate viruses in a lab to create new vaccines, and suggesting that this idea could be a “cash cow” for Pfizer and other pharma giants. Justin Leslie was the guy sitting across the table from Walker, off camera, in a video that went viral with over 50,000,000 views on Twitter alone. But in a plot twist no one saw coming, Justin found a pattern of deception so obvious and onerous in the behavior of the founder of PV, James O'Keefe, that he turned the undercover tables on his boss, Project Veritas-style. Irony. In this episode, you will learn: How Justin first contacted O'Keefe and how the initial work relationship went The triggering incident that changed his mind about the modus operandi of O'Keefe as CEO and decision-maker in chief How a meeting and a scientific inquiry with Dr. Carrie Madej, about lipid nanoparticles and Luciferase in the Pfizer vaccine vials got spiked by O'Keefe What happened when the work of anti-child abuse activist and writer Raymond Bechard's story was mysteriously also buried by O'Keefe The reasons why Justin holds that the whole field of virology is based on unscientific assumptions The role of his Christian faith throughout this ordeal The process by which he wrote, produced, and did the voiceover for a two-part documentary exposing Project Veritas and the now head of O'Keeffe Media Group (OMG) How he came to take the PV slogan “Be Brave, Do Something” to heart and obey its call to action Resources mentioned in this episode: Justin's website http://www.justintegrity.net and homebase, featuring the riveting documentary “Project Whistleblower The Berlin Turnpike: A True Story of Human Trafficking in America https://amzn.to/44AyT4I by Raymond Bechard
- Potential fraud in a US Senate campaign in Virginia. (0:00) - Super PAC's goal to elect Republicans in Virginia. (11:25) - Political fundraising and candidate support in Virginia. (15:45) - Political parties' stances on war and regulation. (43:06) - Journalist Gonzalo Lira's death and US government's response, as well as claims of USS Eisenhower damage. (1:05:06) - US Navy vulnerability and Hezbollah missile attack on Israeli defense system. (1:09:24) - Warfare technology and geopolitics with a former CIA officer. (1:14:13) - Whistleblowing and reprisals in the CIA. (1:21:43) - Abuse of power in a warzone, including favoritism and neglect of duty. (1:27:40) - CIA lack of oversight and accountability. (1:31:46) - Government abuse of power and whistleblower cases. (1:44:00) - Fixing US political problems through state power and presidential leadership. (1:54:28) - Censorship and the deep state in America. (2:10:59) For more updates, visit: http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport NaturalNews videos would not be possible without you, as always we remain passionately dedicated to our mission of educating people all over the world on the subject of natural healing remedies and personal liberty (food freedom, medical freedom, the freedom of speech, etc.). Together, we're helping create a better world, with more honest food labeling, reduced chemical contamination, the avoidance of toxic heavy metals and vastly increased scientific transparency. ▶️ Every dollar you spend at the Health Ranger Store goes toward helping us achieve important science and content goals for humanity: https://www.healthrangerstore.com/ ▶️ Sign Up For Our Newsletter: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html ▶️ Brighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/hrreport ▶️ Join Our Social Network: https://brighteon.social/@HealthRanger ▶️ Check In Stock Products at: https://PrepWithMike.com
Sukey sits down with Mary Inman and Poppy Alexander, two whistleblower attorneys who talk about the cost of speaking up, and unpack the playbook that employers use to keep people quiet. They also discuss a shift in thinking that can protect both whistleblowers and their organizations. Mental health resources If you are currently in crisis, you can dial 988 [U.S.] to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. SAMHSA National Help Line 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Helpline US Health and Human Services Warmline Directory Whistleblower resources Whistleblower Partners, LLP (where Mary and Poppy are partners) The Lamplighter Project The Signals Network EMPOWR Whistleblowers of America Government Accountability Project National Whistleblower Center Whistleblower Aid Mary Inman was profiled in the New Yorker piece, "The Personal Toll of Whistleblowing." Episode Transcript Find more information at our website. If you have tips or feedback about this series please reach out to us at onourwatch@kqed.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices