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Fraudish

Kelly Paxton
Fraud
Embezzlement
Ethics
Fraud Prevention
True Crime
Robocalls
Artificial Intelligence
Ethics and Compliance
Scams
Forensic Accounting
Corporate Culture
Romance Baiting
Business Valuation
Fraud Examination
Telemarketing Regulation
Gray-Collar Crime
Behavioral Science
Networking
Death Investigation
People-Centric Approach

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, re... more

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What happens after someone gets scammed? The money's gone but the shame, the confusion, and the vulnerability to being hit again? That often sticks around. 

This week I'm joined by De'Airra "Dee" Belcher, founder and fraud-prevention lead of JRMT Co... more

You may think fraud is a financial issue. And you would be wrong! According to my guest, “Fraud is a culture issue with financial consequences.” And I tend to agree. 

Everything in an organization — good or bad — begins and ends with culture. When l... more

When your last name is Riddle, solving problems kind of feels inevitable.

In this episode, Kelly sits down with Kelly Riddle, founder and CEO of Kelmar Global, to unpack a 37-year career in fraud investigation — from insurance fraud and corporate th... more

She knew she would get caught one day but kept stealing…

Every day at work: "Is this the day?" and when FBI showed up with her boss, she knew immediately. This is Michael's choice for any fraudster to interview: Sue Sachdeva (Koss Corporation). 

Mi... more

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Recent Guests

Natalie Lewis
ACFE regent, CPA, certified in financial forensics, and certified fraud examiner.
JS Held
Episode: Why Do Fraud Victims Not Pursue Justice? with Natalie Lewis
Tamás Kádár
Co-founder of SEON, involved in fraud detection technology
SEON
Episode: Increasing Fraud Detection without More Friction with Tamás Kádár
John Gill
President of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
ACFE
Episode: The Face of Fraud Fighting with President of the ACFE John Gill
Evie Wentink
Founder of Ethical Edge Experts with extensive experience in compliance and ethics programs
Ethical Edge Experts
Episode: Beyond Checkbox Compliance and Ethics Training with Evie Wentink
Dean Beers
Expert in death investigation with a focus on legal investigations and fraud.
Episode: 200 Episodes of Fraudish & We're Still Kicking: Death Investigation Special with Dean Beers
Jeff Grant
Lawyer, speaker, and advocate for white-collar crime support
White Collar Support Group
Episode: From White Shoe Lawyer to White Collar Inmate and Back with Jeff Grant Esq.
Robin Johnson
Fraud prevention expert and positive psychology advocate
Safe Checks
Episode: When Positive Psychology Meets Fraud Prevention with Robin Johnson
Yin Johnson
An experienced private investigator with over 37 years in the field
Episode: Networking Across Borders: Yin Johnson’s Global PI Career
Rabbi Yonason Goldson
A proactive creator of ethical content and educator focusing on universal principles of Judaism.
Episode: An Ethical Rabbi Walks into a Bar? with Rabbi Yonason Goldson

Hosts

Kelly Paxton
Host of Fraudish
Eli Rosenblatt
Expert investigator and consultant

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Practical, Personal, and Addictive

    As an experienced auditor building a forensic accounting practice, I stumbled on Fraudish and haven't stopped listening. Kelly has a fantastic diversity of guests from investigators to fellow fraud examiners, to professors, and makes every conversation fun and very accessible. I think what's unique about the podcast is Kelly's generosity. She never holds back on any practical operating tips for people working in this space. Plus the episodes emphasize why forensic accounting is so interesting: i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff L, CPA, Los Angeles
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Life Lesson

    I’ve been part of several Fraud investigations in my career, and they can be just like the movies. I was helping investigate them with data analysis: not actually commit them! 😉

    So glad I discovered the Fraudish Podcast. It has money, ego, downfall… and surprisingly, a ton of life lessons. These include:

    Fascinating guests (ex-cons, investigators, insiders)

    Shocking stories

    Real talk about ethics and pressure

    Wisdom you can actually use in your own life

    Even if you’re not planni... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HenryJames614
    United States7 months ago
  • Fascinating conversations

    Love this show! Kelly shines a light on fraud in a way I have yet to see. Learning so much and implementing it into my career as a fraud professional.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristin Gail
    United States2 years ago
  • Well worth the listen

    Have had some time to enjoy a little podcast listening and one of my favorites is Kelly Paxton - Pink Collar Crime Expert and her podcast Fraudish. Her approach, background and interactions makes for some great shows. Listen and you’ll be back.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    AndersonInvestigative
    United States2 years ago
  • Engaging and Informative

    Fraudish has quickly become one of my favorite podcasts! Kelly Paxton is an engaging host and her guests always come with interesting stories. After every episode I feel like have learned something new and come away with a new perspective on fraud.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ritchkoff
    United States2 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host's personable style makes complex fraud topics accessible and actionable.
Hosts are knowledgeable and engaging, bringing practical tips and compelling guest stories.
High-quality guests spanning investigators to ethics experts keep content fresh and relevant.

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Thinking Like an Analyst in Investigations with Dana Timmerman
Q: How did you initially get involved in the field of private investigators and OSINT?
Dana's journey into OSINT began after discovering his ex-partner was cheating, which prompted him to start researching and investigating after receiving a call from his father-in-law.
Thinking Like an Analyst in Investigations with Dana Timmerman
Q: Who makes better embezzlers, men or women?
The effectiveness of embezzlers doesn't strictly depend on gender but rather on their personalities and behaviors, though women are often easier to train as analysts.
Family Secrets, Forensic Work & the Fraud Triangle with Candy Bellau
Q: Who makes better embezzlers, men or women?
100% women. I think they're underestimated.
What It Takes to Truly Prove Identity Today with Blair Cohen of AuthenticID
Q: What is your take on who makes better embezzlers, men or women?
Blair believes women make better embezzlers due to inherent biases, asserting that he trusts women more but acknowledges the presence of good female grifters as well.
Why Whistleblowers Are Real Life Superheroes with Everett Stern
Q: What advice would you give to someone who stepped into the hornet's nest?
Remember your why and stand up for the right thing despite the consequences.

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What is Fraudish about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, practitioner-focused show that brings together investigators, auditors, and fraud prevention experts to explore embezzlement, corporate ethics, and anti-fraud strategies. Episodes mix real-world cases, investigative techniques, and leadership culture with personal stories of redemption, risk, and resilience. Listeners are likely professionals seeking actionable tips, industry insights, and diverse perspectives on fraud prevention, detection, and ethics in the workplace. A notable strength is the blend of technical fraud content with human-centered narratives and interviews with senior industry figures, providing both tactical guidance and broader context for organizational integrity.

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Fraudish launched 6 years ago and published 223 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Fraudish?

Recent guests on Fraudish include:

1. Natalie Lewis
2. Tamás Kádár
3. John Gill
4. Evie Wentink
5. Dean Beers
6. Jeff Grant
7. Robin Johnson
8. Yin Johnson

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