Fraudish

"My location holds no boundaries!" - Yin Johnson, whose 37-year investigative career spans continents and countless fraud cases. In this episode, we explore how Yin built her global investigation practice and leverages her extensive network to solve complex cases.Yin shares her journey from sports instructor to renowned international investigator, offering insights on financial and intellectual property fraud across different cultures. We discuss how technology has transformed her work and the power of building strong investigative connections worldwide.Kelly want’s her rolodex! Connect:LinkedIn: Yin JohnsonBooks: Reprobates | Killer SmileLinkedIn: Kelly Paxton

After 30 years in Jewish education, Rabbi Yonason Goldson became an ethics expert and speaker. As I discovered, it's not as big a leap as you might think!In this episode, we explore whether today's world is actually less ethical or if we just see more wrongdoing due to social media and the 24 hours news cycle. We also dive into how AI is reshaping our ethical landscape and what ancient wisdom can teach us about modern dilemmas.Yonason brings unique perspectives as a prolific content creator and host of the podcast 'Grappling with the Gray.' If you've ever had questions about navigating ethical gray areas in your professional life, this conversation delivers practical insights you can apply immediately!Connect with Yonason Goldson:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yonason-goldson/TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/yonason_goldson_how_i_became_my_own_worst_nightmarePodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/45dZ36DR6SxpFGGJSaXPuiConnect with Kelly:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellypaxton/

Join Johnathan Walton, a TV producer and author of Anatomy of a Con Artist, as he reveals how a scam from an Irish heiress transformed his life. He shares his journey from victim to expert, discussing the silver linings of fraud. The conversation dives into the psychological impacts of scams, the challenges victims face in seeking justice, and the thrill behind deception. Walton also teases his new podcast, Cocaine Air, which explores the life of a former drug smuggler. Prepare for insights into both the dark and enlightening sides of con artistry!

Lou Schachter, investigative writer and creator of True Crime Road Trip, shares his thrilling journey of recovering stolen art and the tales behind it. Discover the captivating story of two paintings missing for decades, their dramatic recovery, and the shocking link to an infamous art theft. Lou reflects on how his grandfather's unsolved murder fueled his passion for true crime and hints at his upcoming project, "Lust for Power.” This engaging discussion dives into the complexities of crime, art theft, and the stories that weave them together.

Scam calls. Scam texts. Scam everything.This week on Fraudish, I’m talking with Alex Quilici, CEO of YouMail, and let me tell you—we cover it all. From robocalls to text scams to the rise of "romance baiting" (yes, we’re rebranding “pig butchering”), Alex breaks down what’s really going on behind that unknown number blowing up your phone.We also dig into:Why younger people fall for scams more often than you'd thinkEasy ways to protect your privacy (hint: secondary numbers are your friend)How scammers are using tech and emotions to trap peopleAnd yes—safe words aren’t just for kids anymoreIf you think you’re too smart to get scammed, you need to hear this. Stay skeptical, stay protected, and maybe don’t answer that next call from “Scottsdale, AZ.”🎧 Tune in wherever you get your podcasts!🛡️ More from Alex + YouMail:Alex on LinkedInYouMailRobocall TrendsFile a Scam Report – FCCAARP’s Scam-Fighting Podcasts

This week, I’m joined by my friend and audit pro Elizabeth McCormick.We chat about her unexpected path into internal audit, starting her own company Audit Forward, and how tools like Power Query and AI are changing the game. Elizabeth also gets real about growing up with congenital hearing loss and how it’s fueled her push for disability inclusion in the profession.We cover fraud, ethics, embracing failure, and why showing up as your full self matters more than ever.🔗 Connect with Elizabeth:LinkedInAudit ForwardMeet Audie

Dean Baratta, an intelligence analyst with a rich background from retail banking to WeWork, shares his journey through the complexities of ethics and fraud. He reveals key insights from his time at WeWork, highlighting red flags and the necessity of charisma. The conversation dives into how AI is reshaping professional norms and emphasizes the underrated power of soft skills and networking. Dean also discusses navigating career transitions, the significance of mentorship, and how chance opportunities can lead to unexpected breakthroughs.

Women can be criminals too! This episode of Fraudish I speak with Angie Gad of GadIntel all about why society are biased again women… in a good way? Or is it bad? Let’s get into it! Angie shares her journey from growing up in a post-9/11 era as a child of Arab immigrants in New Jersey to her impactful career in intelligence and counter-terrorism. She has a rather unexpected entry into intelligence and our discussion touches on the importance of creativity and critical thinking in intelligence work! The episode also delves into gender biases in criminal and terrorist profiling, alongside resource guides and training methodologies Angie developed to bridge gaps in the industry.Listen and let me know if you think the bias is a good or a bad one…?Connect with Angie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angie-gad-117921149/GadIntel: https://www.gadintel.com/

In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly sits down with forensic accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner Candy Bellau, whose journey into the world of fraud is anything but typical.From never picturing herself as a forensic accountant to building a career in the field, Candy brings heart, humor, and a whole lot of real talk. We dive into the personal side of fraud—because let’s face it, there’s always more to the story.Candy opens up about her own family’s history with fraud (yes, it’s complicated), the mystery of her grandmother’s disappearance, and how those experiences shaped her drive to uncover the truth. We also dig into the three Cs of fraud—culture, controls, and compensation—and why vulnerability might be your most underrated networking skill.Plus: how she’s navigating life as a firm owner ( Check out Kramerica Solutions ), what she wishes more people knew about forensic accounting, and why ethics, culture, and curiosity matter more than ever.What we cover:How Candy found herself in the fraud world (and stayed!)The hidden power of vulnerability in building your networkThe three Cs of fraud and why they’re still relevantCandy’s family story—including a mystery that’s yet to be solvedThe realities of running your own firm (and starting a podcast about it)If you’ve ever felt like the personal and professional are more tangled than we admit—this one’s for you.Connect with Candy:https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicejohnsonkramerica/https://www.kramericasolutions.com/

Think OSINT is just glorified Googling? Think again. In this episode, I chat with Claudia Tietze, a creative technologist who went from film and theater to fraud-fighting. We dig into how OSINT actually works, why creativity matters in investigations, and how AI and ethics collide in this weird little world. Plus, Claudia shares her take on trend spotting and her work building a better OSINT community with Valor.Connect with Claudia:https://www.linkedin.com/in/supersecretsquirrel/Claudia's Medium: https://medium.com/@farallonValinor: https://valinorintelligence.com/