Fraudish

This episode features Erik Halvorson, Chief Data Scientist at Tracklight and a lifelong learner pursuing a doctorate. Erik shares his journey from the Air Force to becoming a fraud detection expert. He discusses the evolution of fraud detection techniques, emphasizing data analytics and behavioral psychology. Highlights include challenges in managing financial records, the impact of AI and technology, and practical advice for investigators. The conversation also touches on the intersection of fraud in pop culture and its detection using advanced tools.

Thomas Cronkright, Founder of CertifID, shares his chilling experience as a victim of wire fraud in real estate. He reveals the complex tactics of a criminal syndicate that led to his journey of recovery and justice. The conversation touches on the rising threat of AI in fraud, the emotional struggles faced by victims, and the importance of proactive measures like safe words in preventing scams. Thomas also emphasizes the shift in banking practices and recommends literature that highlights the urgency of safeguarding financial transactions in a digital age.

This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Javier Leiva about the disturbing and multifaceted case of LaDonna Humphrey. The discussion covers LaDonna's alarming behaviors, including stalking, gaslighting, and mismanagement of a nonprofit. Every person LaDonna touches, she ruins. Who is your LaDonna? Connect with Javier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javierjleiva/Listen to the podcast: https://pretendradio.org/https://whyy.org/segments/the-greatest-hoax-on-earth/

This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Lyndee Fletcher, President of Vcheck Global. Lyndee is an expert in the public record and reputational due diligence industry. Lyndee is the youngest President in the reputational due diligence industry. Kelly and Lyndee get into what the venture capital industry is like, how venture capital uses open source intelligence, Adam Newman, the Chicago Mob, and more!Connect with Lyndee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndee-fletcher/Check out Vcheck Global: https://vcheckglobal.com/

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! 

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! 

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/

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

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

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.