Fraud Talk

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Fraud Talk
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    Transparency, Trade and Fighting Corruption Across the Globe - Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala - Fraud Talk - Episode 165

    06/03/2026 | 19 mins.
    In this episode of Fraud Talk, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo‑Iweala, Director‑General of the World Trade Organization and recipient of the ACFE’s Cressey Award for lifetime achievement, speaks with ACFE Chief Training Officer Andi McNeal, CFE, CPA, in a conversation recorded at the 36th Annual ACFE Global Fraud Conference. Dr. Okonjo‑Iweala reflects on the critical role transparency, strong institutions and accountability play in preventing fraud and corruption, and where technology can reduce risk alongside the key component of human judgment. She also shares insights on Africa’s future in the global fight against corruption, lessons in building consensus under pressure and advice for women leaders grounded in values, courage and purpose.
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    Building Your Brand: Career Growth and Visibility for Anti-Fraud Professionals - Chris Ekimoff - Fraud Talk - Episode 164

    06/02/2026 | 46 mins.
    In this episode of Fraud Talk, ACFE Communications Director John Duffley welcomes back forensic accountant and consultant Chris Ekimoff, CFE, CPA, for a conversation on career development, personal branding and professional visibility in the anti-fraud field. Drawing on his experience as a practitioner, educator and speaker, Ekimoff shares practical advice on using social media authentically, evaluating opportunities, balancing general expertise with specialization and building meaningful professional relationships both online and in person. Their discussion also explores consulting, managing client expectations, storytelling as a critical skill, and why “dedicate, don’t dabble” is key to long-term growth and impact.
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    The Most Scandalous Fraud Cases of 2025 - Fraud Talk - Episode 163

    09/01/2026 | 45 mins.
    In this episode of Fraud Talk, Fraud Magazine Editor-in-Chief Jen Liebman, CFE, is joined by ACFE President and CEO John Warren, J.D., CFE, to break down the most scandalous frauds of 2025 and what they reveal about today’s global fraud landscape. The discussion explores a series of sprawling international schemes, from what may be the largest Medicare fraud in U.S. history to cyber scam operations tied to human trafficking, pig butchering cryptocurrency scams, government corruption that destabilized a national economy and a state-sponsored crypto hack linked to North Korea. Along the way, they examine the growing scale and sophistication of transnational fraud, the human consequences behind the headlines and the critical role anti-fraud professionals play in confronting increasingly complex financial crime.
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    Decoding the Future: Strategic Foresight for Fraud Examiners - Heather Vescent - Episode 162

    11/11/2025 | 46 mins.
    In this episode of Fraud Talk, ACFE Communications Director John Duffley sits down with Heather Vescent, a futurist, researcher and CEO of The Purple Tornado, to explore how strategic foresight can empower anti-fraud professionals to anticipate emerging threats and adapt to rapid technological change. The conversation covers the evolving role of AI in fraud detection, the importance of human intuition alongside automation, and the promise and challenges of new technologies such as decentralized identity. Vescent shares practical insights on blending technology and human expertise to build resilient, future-ready anti-fraud programs.
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    The Bored Room: How Apathy Is Undermining Your Ethics Training - Garth Sheriff - Fraud Talk - Episode 161

    03/10/2025 | 35 mins.
    In this episode of Fraud Talk, we explore an often-overlooked risk factor inside organizations: boredom. Guest Garth Sheriff, CFE, CPA, educator and former actor, joins ACFE Content Manager Rihonna Scoggins to examine how disengagement in ethics training and workplace culture can quietly open the door to fraud. Sheriff draws on his unique background in accounting, acting and continuing education to show why storytelling and lived experience matter more than checklists when it comes to ethics.

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About Fraud Talk

Fraud Talk is the monthly podcast of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). In these sessions, we break down case studies, talk with the anti-fraud industry’s leading experts, and give you more tools to spot, fight and prevent fraud.
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