In this episode of Fraud in the Office, Matthew and Mark break down a headline-grabbing case tied to the world of Miss Universe, but quickly uncover a much more familiar fraud story beneath the surface.

The ex-husband of former Miss Universe Australia is facing over 100 fraud charges after allegedly misappropriating nearly $500,000 from his employer while serving in a finance leadership role. The scheme? Unauthorized transfers paired with falsified ledger entries to conceal the activity.

This episode dives into how access, trust, and weak controls can collide, even in a short time frame, to create the perfect conditions for fraud. From lifestyle-driven spending to breakdowns in segregation of duties and oversight, the hosts explore how this case reflects common fraud patterns seen across organizations of all sizes.

Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about headlines or celebrity connections, it’s about what happens when the ledgers stop telling the truth.

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In this episode of Fraud in the Office, Matthew and Mark break down the alleged multibillion-dollar fraud involving First Brands founder Patrick James and his brother Edward James, dubbed the “Fraud Bros.” Prosecutors claim the executives used fake invoices, double- and triple-pledged collateral, off-balance-sheet financing, and manipulated financial statements to obtain billions from lenders before the company ultimately collapsed into bankruptcy.

The hosts unpack how aggressive growth strategies, weak internal controls, and governance failures can turn financial engineering into outright fraud. Along the way, they explore the warning signs lenders and auditors often miss and discuss practical lessons organizations can use to strengthen controls, improve oversight, and reduce the risk of large-scale corporate fraud.

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In this episode of Fraud in the Office, Matthew and Mark unpack the bribery case involving McKinsey & Company Africa and the broader implications under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). They explore how third-party relationships, governance breakdowns, and control failures can expose even the most sophisticated organizations to corruption risk.

The conversation also touches on evolving pressures within the consulting industry, including AI-driven disruption, and the critical role of ethics, compliance, and oversight. As always, the hosts highlight practical lessons on strengthening controls, managing third-party risk, and protecting organizational integrity.

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