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Bribe, Swindle or Steal

Alexandra Wrage
Corruption
Russia
Financial Crime
Money Laundering
Bribery
Department Of Justice
Trump Administration
FIFA
FCPA
Roger Stone
Sergei Magnitsky
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Ukraine
Fraud
European Union
Human Rights Violations
United States
Bernie Madoff
Due Diligence
Civil Service Reform

Alexandra Addison-Wrage, president of TRACE, interviews luminaries in the field of financial crime, including bribery, fraud, money-laundering, insider trading and sanctions. Each week, Alexandra and her guests will discuss who commits "white collar crime", how it works and what is being done to stop it.

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Louise Shelley, founder of the Terrorism, Transnational Crime and Corruption Center, discusses her book about the links between the three international scourges.

This episode was originally published on 17 January 2018.

Carrie Cohen of Morrison Foerster explains the regulatory and compliance implications of blockchain-enabled technology, including cryptocurrency.

This episode was originally published on 31 October 2018.

Sarah Chayes discusses her book: On Corruption in America and What is at Stake. She takes us from the myth of King Midas through to the present in a lively history of corruption and then leaves listeners with a detailed call to action.

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Duncan Smith of the European Investment Bank joins the podcast to discuss his book: Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations: Minimising Fraud and Corruption in Projects. He discusses the unique role of multinational development... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Chayes
Author and expert on corruption, discussing her book On Corruption in America and What is at Stake
Author, On Corruption in America
Episode: "On Corruption in America"
Duncan Smith
Deputy Head of Fraud Investigations at the European Investment Bank in Luxembourg
European Investment Bank
Episode: "Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations"
Rich Cohen
Author and contributing editor at Vanity Fair and Rolling Stone
Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone
Episode: The Last Pirate of New York
Thomas Cromwell
Retired Supreme Court Justice
Hockey Canada
Episode: Hockey Canada's Governance Review
Sebastian Abbot
Journalist and author of The Away Game
Associated Press (former AP Bureau Chief)
Episode: Football Dreams
Patrick Alley
Co-founder of Global Witness, board member
Global Witness
Episode: "Very Bad People"
Melissa Goldin
New York-based news verification reporter at the Associated Press
Associated Press
Episode: Promoting Facts and Countering Disinformation
Lindsey Mitchell
Former sales executive with Unaoil
Episode: After You Pay a Bribe: Lindsey Mitchell
Diana Henriques
Award-winning journalist and contributing writer at The New York Times
Episode: Diana Henriques on Reputation Laundering

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Alexandra Wrage
Host of Bribe, Swindle or Steal; President of TRACE

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • One of the best podcasts I’ve heard

    It’s in-depth and well reported.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzluv
    United Statesa year ago
  • Another woke poddy

    Typical left woke Trump hating podcast. There has been some good shows but overall I cannot listen to this waffle any longer.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    timboj22
    Australia2 years ago
  • aug 16 pod

    thank you for having sarah chayes on. she is so knowledgeable about Afghanistan and she will tell you the truth, the way it really is and no bull. that is much appreciated from all the other bull we have to weed through.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    midwestBlue
    United States5 years ago
  • A broad range of really interesting and timely topics.

    This is my go to podcast for financial crime.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    country lover 1450
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Timely rich great narrators

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ahmedbright
    United States6 years ago

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"Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations"
Q: What is the role of whistleblowing and whistleblower protection in these contexts?
Whistleblower protection is essential to provide safe reporting channels; growing protections enable more effective information flow and accountability within organizations involved in international development.
"Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations"
Q: Could you describe the interaction between international organizations and domestic law enforcement?
International organizations coordinate with national authorities to investigate fraud and corruption, using tools like referrals, warrants, asset recovery, and specialized units to bolster enforcement across borders.
"Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations"
Q: If you were to design a single program common to all six MDBs, what would it look like?
It would build on harmonized integrity frameworks, uniform definitions of fraud and corruption, and robust monitoring and sanctioning processes to ensure consistent handling of issues across all MDB-financed projects.
"Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations"
Q: What makes the compliance challenges of international organizations different from the private sector?
He notes that international projects often involve defined markets with established law and regulation, but in many places the presence of free press and effective oversight varies, creating opportunities for integrity risks that require tailored controls and monitoring.
"Promoting Integrity in the Work of International Organisations"
Q: Why do we need a book on promoting integrity in the work of international organizations specifically?
The guest explains the goal of consolidating procurement, sanction, and governance controls in one place to help stakeholders—students, lawyers, and practitioners—think through integrity and procurement issues in a structured way.

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What is Bribe, Swindle or Steal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, globally focused look at financial crime, corruption, and corporate accountability. Episodes feature investigative journalists, prosecutors, academics, and senior compliance professionals who dissect bribery schemes, enforcement trends, and ethical questions in business. Guests range from reporters uncovering major scandals to leading voices shaping anti-corruption policy, offering practical guidance for compliance teams and insights into how power and money move across borders. The show often centers on real-world case studies (Unaoil, FIFA, Magnitsky, Sapin II) and blends research-driven analysis with actionable takeaways for practitioners. A notable strength is the ability to translate complex investigations into clear implic... more

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