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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In this episode of Fraud in the Office, Matthew Rekers and Mark break down a staggering $197 million Medicare fraud scheme involving a former NFL player, a reminder that fraud can hide behind fame, familiarity, and trust.

The hosts explore how vulnerable seniors and veterans were targeted through overseas call centers, telemedicine abuse, and falsified medical orders, turning Medicare into a profit machine. As Super Bowl weekend approaches, the episode draws parallels between star power, blind trust, and how weak controls allow massive fraud to scale.

The conversation highlights critical gaps in government oversight, the growing risks facing the elderly, and why families play a vital role in fraud prevention. The episode closes with practical, real-world takeaways to help listeners recognize warning signs, protect loved ones, and understand how better controls could stop these schemes before they start.

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In this episode of Fraud in the Office, Matthew and Mark unpack the shocking embezzlement case involving Christopher Butler, the former CEO of The Painted Turtle—a nonprofit camp for critically ill children co-founded by Paul Newman. The hosts break down how more than $5 million was allegedly stolen over several years, examining the control failures that allowed the fraud to go undetected.

They discuss why strong financial controls, proper segregation of duties, and active oversight are critical in nonprofit organizations, and how lapses in governance can have devastating consequences—especially when vulnerable populations are involved. This episode is a sobering reminder that even the most mission-driven organizations are not immune to fraud without the right safeguards in place.

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