Compliance into the Weeds

The award-winning Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into a compliance-related topic, literally going into the weeds to explore it more fully. Looking for some hard-hitting insights on compliance? Look no further than Compliance into the Weeds! In this episode of #ComplianceintotheWeeds, Tom Fox, and Matt Kelly look at the leadership failures from Donald Trump and his administration after the killing of Alex Pretti last weekend. This episode has significant editorial commentary.

Matt and Tom critically examine the behavior and leadership failings of Donald Trump and his Administration in the wake of the shooting of Alex Pretti and argue that his approach is far from exemplary for CEOs or business leaders. The discussion highlights the essence of effective leadership as the ability to instill trust and direction, contrasting this with Trump's history of questionable business acumen and the allegations of his disastrous lying to the American people. The takeaway is that true leadership involves integrity, trustworthiness, and the ability to inspire and guide employees toward a common goal, traits that Trump is argued to lack. 

Key highlights:

Comparing CEOs to Donald Trump

Crisis of hyper-transparency

Corporate responses. Were they enough or a first step?

Leadership and Trust

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A multi-award-winning podcast, Compliance into the Weeds was most recently honored as one of the Top 25 Regulatory Compliance Podcasts, a Top 10 Business Law Podcast, and a Top 12 Risk Management Podcast. Compliance into the Weeds has been conferred a Davey, a Communicator Award, and a W3 Award, all for podcast excellence.
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The award-winning Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into a compliance-related topic, literally going into the weeds to explore it more fully. Looking for some hard-hitting insights on compliance? Look no further than Compliance into the Weeds! In this episode of Compliance into the Weeds, Tom Fox and Matt Kelly look at the challenges of retaliation against Chief Compliance Officers (CCOs).

They highlight the need for ongoing communication between compliance officers and senior management, and share strategies for CCOs to mitigate personal risk. The discussion includes real-world examples, the role of senior management in fostering a compliant culture, and the importance of scenario planning and training to prepare for potential issues. The episode emphasizes proactive measures such as charm offensives and preemptive remediation plans to navigate and defuse potential retaliatory scenarios.

Key highlights:

Real-Life Examples of Retaliation

Management’s Perception and Compliance Challenges

Building Relationships with Senior Management

Proactive Compliance Strategies to Prevent Retaliation

Framing Compliance Training Like Cybersecurity Drills

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A multi-award-winning podcast, Compliance into the Weeds was most recently honored as one of the Top 25 Regulatory Compliance Podcasts, a Top 10 Business Law Podcast, and a Top 12 Risk Management Podcast. Compliance into the Weeds has been conferred a Davey, a Communicator Award, and a W3 Award, all for podcast excellence.
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The award winning, Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast which takes a deep dive into a compliance related topic, literally going into the weeds to more fully explore a subject. Looking for some hard-hitting insights on compliance? Look no further than Compliance into the Weeds! In this episode of Compliance into the Weeds, Tom Fox and Matt Kelly look at the new DOJ AAG position which will report directly to the White House. 

 

In this episode, Tom and Matt discuss the recent developments in the Department of Justice, particularly the establishment of a new Assistant Attorney General for fraud reporting directly to the White House. They explore the implications of this move, the regulatory chaos it may create, and the potential for politically motivated enforcement actions. The conversation emphasizes the uncertainty facing compliance professionals and the need for robust risk management strategies in light of these changes as well as the chaos capitalism the Administration has introduced into American business. 

Key Highlights 

·      Introduction to the Department of Retribution

·      The New Assistant Attorney General for Fraud

·      Political Implications of Fraud Enforcement

·      Potential Targets of Enforcement

·      Navigating Chaos Capitalism

·      Risk Management Strategies for Compliance Professionals

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A multi-award winning podcast, Compliance into the Weeds was most recently honored as one of a Top 25 Regulatory Compliance Podcast and a Top 10 Business Law Podcast, and a Top 12 Risk Management Podcast. Compliance into the Weeds has been conferred a Davey, Communicator and w3 Award, all for podcast excellence. 
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The award-winning Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into a compliance-related topic, literally going into the weeds to explore it more fully. Looking for some hard-hitting insights on compliance? Look no further than Compliance into the Weeds! In this episode of Compliance into the Weeds, Tom Fox and Matt Kelly discuss key issues Matt is following in 2026.

They look into anticipated FCPA enforcement actions against Chinese telecom giant ZTE and the controversial indictment of SmartMatic, raising concerns about possible politicization of compliance enforcement. The conversation also covers the potential impact on whistleblower cases if key Qui Tam lawsuits under the False Claims Act are invalidated, as well as the ongoing federal-state conflict over AI regulations. Additionally, they touch on the financial complexities and risks associated with AI funding deals, drawing parallels to past financial crises. Compliance officers are advised to prepare for an uncertain and challenging regulatory landscape in the year ahead.

Key highlights:

FCPA Enforcement in 2026

The Future of Qui Tam Lawsuits

Federal Preemption of State AI Laws

AI Accounting and Financial Risks

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A multi-award-winning podcast, Compliance into the Weeds was most recently honored as one of the Top 25 Regulatory Compliance Podcasts, a Top 10 Business Law Podcast, and a Top 12 Risk Management Podcast. Compliance into the Weeds has been conferred a Davey, a Communicator Award, and a W3 Award, all for podcast excellence.
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The award-winning Compliance into the Weeds is the only weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into a compliance-related topic, literally going into the weeds to explore it more fully. Looking for some hard-hitting insights on compliance? Look no further than Compliance into the Weeds! In this final episode of Compliance into the Weeds for 2025, Tom Fox and Matt Kelly discuss an enforcement action by the Justice Department involving MGI International, a plastics manufacturer caught in a tariff evasion scheme orchestrated by its COO.

The company avoided criminal prosecution by self-disclosing the misconduct, fully cooperating, and implementing compliance reforms, leading to a declination by the DOJ. We explore the case’s details, the role of independent internal investigations, and the implications for compliance policies under different administrations. Listeners are encouraged to consider the case as a roadmap for achieving favorable enforcement outcomes.

Key highlights:

Case Overview: MGI International’s Tariff Evasion

Detailed Background of the Case

Legal and Compliance Insights

Analysis of DOJ’s Actions and Policies

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A multi-award-winning podcast, Compliance into the Weeds was most recently honored as one of the Top 25 Regulatory Compliance Podcasts, a Top 10 Business Law Podcast, and a Top 12 Risk Management Podcast. Compliance into the Weeds has been conferred a Davey, a Communicator Award, and a W3 Award, all for podcast excellence.
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