
Fraudish
Fraudish is a podcast to help those working in fraud. Hosted by Kelly Paxton, Certified Fraud Examiner, Ex-Private Investigator, and Pink Collar Crime Expert. Kelly is a former special agent turned investigator specializing in embezzlement and workplace dishonesty cases. Fraudish interviews outstanding fraud professionals so you can continue to move forward in your career. Origin stories, tips, resources are just some of the amazing fraud content you will hear each Tuesday.
Latest episodes

Oct 15, 2024 • 35min
Raising Fraud Awareness with Kelly Todd of Forensic Strategic Solutions
This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Kelly Todd, President of Forensic Strategic Solutions to discuss various aspects of fraud investigation, share notable cases, and explore the dynamics of gender in embezzlement. Kelly Todd shares her experiences and the impact of mentorship in her career while underscoring the importance of awareness and training in the ever-evolving fraud landscape. Kelly shares how LinkedIn has changed her career for the better! Connect with Kelly Todd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjtodd/And please leave us a review if you enjoyed the episode, it really helps us out!

Oct 8, 2024 • 42min
Diversity of Thought in Fraud and Investigations with Kennedy Chappell
In this episode of Fraudish with Kelly Paxton, Kennedy Chappell, a communications expert at Permanent Record, joins the conversation. Kennedy shares her eclectic journey from broadcasting to podcasting and investigative work, emphasizing the importance of diversity and storytelling in fraud investigations. The discussion covers themes of ethics, diversity of thought in investigations, and the significance of embracing vulnerability and open-mindedness within teams. Kennedy also touches on engaging content creation online and shares insights on operations security and the challenges of purchasing Bitcoin.Get Bullsh*t Hunting: https://www.bullshithunting.com/Connect with Kennedy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennedy-chappell-493540259/And please leave us a review if you liked the episode, it really helps me out!

Oct 1, 2024 • 28min
The Investigative Side of Business Valuations with Brenda Wamala
In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly Paxton speaks with Brenda Wamala, a valuation expert. They discuss business valuation with a focus on investigative elements and share personal stories illustrating the intricate processes involved. The episode also touches on intriguing cases such as fraudulent practices in divorce cases and corporate mismanagement. Dig into this great episode! Connect with Brenda on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wamalabrenda/

Sep 24, 2024 • 31min
Canada’s Top OSINT Expert Shares Her Tips with Ritu Gill
In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly Paxton interviews Ritu Gill, an open source intelligence (OSINT) analyst from Canada. Ritu shares insights into her background, her journey in law enforcement, and her entrepreneurial ventures, including her own consulting business and the development of the Forensic OSINT Chrome extension. The discussion covers various aspects of OSINT, including ethics, the importance of capturing online content, and networking within the OSINT community. Ritu also provides valuable tips for those looking to break into the field and underscores the significance of staying up-to-date with training and qualifications. Additionally, they discuss popular culture representations of OSINT, such as documentaries and movies.Links:Connect with Ritu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritugill-osinttechniques/OSINT Techniques: https://www.instagram.com/osint.techniques/https://www.forensicosint.com/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13837672/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3741834/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izR7BMVJEh0

Sep 17, 2024 • 42min
The Dark Side of Romance Writing with Heidi Joy Tretheway
This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Heidi Joy Tretheway to talk about all things murder and romance! They dig into an infamous murder case in the Portland, Oregon area that got very close to Heidi. And we discuss what being a romance novelist is really like! Heidi’s Podcast, A MUST LISTEN! Happily Never After: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happily-never-after-dan-and-nancy/id1743266064Connect with Heidi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heiditretheway/Links: Blame it on the Fame: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blame-it-on-the-fame-milli-vanilli/id1728930866Betrayal Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/betrayal-weekly/id1615637724Catwalk Documentary: https://www.cbc.ca/cbcdocspov/episodes/catwalk-tales-from-the-cat-show-circuit#:~:text=Catwalk%3A%20Tales%20From%20the%20Cat%20Show%20Circuit%20follows%20a%20season,be%20the%20year

Sep 10, 2024 • 32min
From Nancy Drew to Real-Life Investigations with Talia Beechick
Talia Beechick, an investigator with a rich background in private investigations, discusses her journey from a Nancy Drew enthusiast to a professional investigator. She dives into the ethical dilemmas faced in her field, underscoring the need for integrity. Talia shares insights from a recent workplace threat case linked to social media analysis and highlights the psychological aspects behind criminal behavior. Their conversation also touches on the impact of true crime documentaries and the importance of empathy when supporting victims.

Sep 3, 2024 • 45min
Librarian to CIA to Due Diligence Expert with Amy Brooks, CFE
Did you know the CIA has a Librarian? Can you picture Carry Matheson in a library? I sure can’t. This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks to Amy Brooks, CFE on her career trajectory that has taken her from librarian, to the CIA, to a licensed CFE. you won’t want to miss this one if you're a CIA nerd like me! Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-brooks7718/https://www.netflix.com/title/81470938https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Hustlehttps://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/nada-bakos/the-targeter/9780316260459/?lens=little-brown

Aug 20, 2024 • 34min
The Future of Conduct Risk Methodologies with Barbara Siegenthaler
In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly talks to Barbara Siegenthaler, a lawyer based in Switzerland. They discuss a range of topics including conduct risk, ethics, and the distinction between Safety 1 and Safety 2 methodologies. Barbara shares her insights from her recent paper on global conduct risk and methodologies, touching on the importance of anthropology, behavioral science, and human factors in analyzing conduct risk. They also explore PSI theory and the role of AI in conduct risk assessments. The episode concludes with a discussion on Taylor Swift that you won’t want to miss! Links: Connect with Barabara! https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-r-siegenthaler/Her website and her publications.

Aug 13, 2024 • 33min
The Hidden Costs of Fraud Investigations with Tod McDonald, Fraud Entrepreneur
This week on Fraudish, Kelly speaks with Tod McDonald of Valid8 Financial. Tod shares his journey from CPA to entrepreneur, driven by a need to streamline financial investigations. They discuss Valid8's approach to automating the extraction and reconciliation of financial data using machine learning, which aids forensic accountants, legal professionals, and government investigators. Todd recounts a notable case involving the fraudulent Meridian Mortgage Funds and the challenges faced during that investigation. They also explore the broader implications of AI in forensic accounting and the critical role of technology in solving complex financial crimes. The episode highlights the potential for AI to bring efficiency and precision to financial investigations.Links: Todd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todmcdonald/Valid8 Financial: https://www.valid8financial.com/https://www.valid8financial.com/client/county-da-unravels-nonprofit-deceithttps://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63053e3b38a04b696f88ace8/65dcc849b75579ae31ac90c5_Riverside%20DA%20-%20Not%20for%20Profit%20Deceit%20Case%20Study.pdf

Aug 6, 2024 • 37min
Behind the Scenes of True Crime Podcasting with Scott Fulmer
This week on Fraudish, Kelly speaks with Scott Fulmer, host of the podcast 'A Study in Crime.' They discuss Scott's new podcast, delving into a variety of crime topics from art theft to bank robbery. Scott shares his insights on the psychology behind crimes, the importance of recognizing patterns, and the role of modern technology in crime-solving. They also touch on popular true-crime podcasts, fraudulent schemes, and the allure of true crime content. Tune in for a fascinating conversation that's sure to intrigue any true crime enthusiast.Links:https://astudyincrime.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-fulmer-podcast/A Study in Crime Instagram A Study in Crime Youtube