In this episode, I interviewed Alex Sidorenko and talked about how he would audit a Risk Management function. We also discussed the superiority of quantitative versus qualitative methods and how some risks are not worth attempting to quantify. Lastly, we discussed how reputational risks DO NOT exist. Do you know of a qualitative risk method better than a quantitative one? Alex wants to hear about it!

In this episode, I interviewed Tim Leech, Managing Director at Risk Oversight Solutions. Tim talked about how Internal Audit needs to move away from legacy methods and apply an Objective-Centric approach. He also discussed why we need to move away from critical parent-child relationships when interacting with audit clients. I hope you enjoy the episode!

In this episode, I interviewed Nick Espinosa, a cyber security expert from Security Fanatics. Nick shared some basic training non-IT auditors can take to be more proficient in the area. He also discussed some of the most and least effective controls companies can implement. Don't buy a Ferrari if you are going to have a chimpanzee drive it! I hope you enjoy the episode.

In this AUDIT 15 FUN episode, I had the chance to interview Chris Patrick, Head of Internal Audit at Figure Technologies, and discuss the report rating process. Should we rate audit reports? Listen in to what he had to say. Hint: The report rating process is much, much more about relationships than assigning a rating. Here is the link to his article on the topic: https://www.auditboard.com/blog/should-you-rate-audit-reports/

In this AUDIT 15 FUN episode, I had the chance to interview Liz Sandwith and talk about Assurance Mapping. Does Assurance Mapping sound like a hard task to accomplish? It shouldn’t be…Liz had a powerful message on why we need to KEEP IT SIMPLE! Listen to the episode for more insights from one of the greatest in our profession.

Auditors you FAILED… EY auditors that is. In the Wirecard case. Dan McCrum is an investigative journalist who was involved in the Wirecard case, one of the largest fraud cases in recent history. In this AUDIT 15 FUN episode, I discussed some of the parallels between Investigative Journalism and Internal Audit with Dan. He had some tips on how to become trusted with your sources and insights into why EY utterly failed by signing off Wirecard financial statements for about 10 years. He nailed it on the reason why…listen in to find out what he had to say! His new book ‘Money Men: A Hot Startup, A Billion Dollar Fraud, A Fight for the Truth’ will be published in the UK on June 16 and sometime in the fall in the U.S.

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Nicola Osinaike and talk about Data Analytics. Are Internal Auditors lazy when it comes to Data Analytics? Do they just need to ask better questions instead of learning fancy tools? Listen in to check out what she had to say! Check out some of her content: https://www.linkedin.com/company/audit-data-hub/ https://auditopia.com/monthly-free-unlocked/

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Andy Fastow and talk about the concept of Legal Fraud. Andy shared his perspective from his time at Enron, and red flags Internal Auditors can use today to identify problems at a company. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had to chance to interview Sara I. James and talk about the often painful Reporting process that many Internal Auditors go through. Sara had some great tips on making it less painful, how to address never-ending wordsmithing, and provided insights into the different skill sets needed to write and edit reports. Sara also shared her favorite report format. Listen in to check out what it was! Sara's website: https://saraijames.com/ Order her book here: https://www.routledge.com/Radical-Reporting-Writing-Better-Audit-Risk-Compliance-and-Information/James/p/book/9781032106045

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Dominik Foerschler and talk about #gamifiedtraining.  We discussed this new smart learning methodology and the benefits that Internal Auditors from all levels can have by participating in Regional, National, and International competitions!  Gamified training covers several topics, ranging from risk assessment know-how, operational audit techniques, and report writing, among others.  The championship will soon be happening in the US. For more information you can visit the following pages: www.audit-championship.com www.youtube.arc-institute.com www.linkedin.com/showcase/audit-championship

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Dr. Murdock and talk about #operationalauditing.  We discussed some current concerns regarding supply chain and inflation, what can auditors do around those areas, and also some great tips on process mapping. Don't drop the baton fellow Internal Auditors!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Jason Mefford and talk about #training #education, and #certifications in the Internal Audit profession.  Do you think you need the CIA certification to be a successful Internal Auditor? Listen in to check what Jason had to say about that.  I hope you enjoy it! Reach out to Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmefford/on his website: https://jasonmefford.comor through cRisk Academy: http://bit.ly/criskacademy You can also watch his videos on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/c/jasonleemefford and listen to his podcast Jamming with Jason at: https://jasonmefford.com/jammingwithjason/

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Dr. Rainer Lenz and talk about the #future of #internalaudit.  Dr. Rainer co-authored an article on the topic with Kim K. Jeppesen (link below) where they brought up many current topics to light, and evaluated how new trends will affect the future of the profession.  Do you want to be a type 3 auditor? Listen in for Dr. Rainer’s advice.  I hope you enjoy it! https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/07366981.2022.2036314#:~:text=THE%20FUTURE%20OF%20INTERNAL%20AUDITING%3A%20GARDENER%20OF%20GOVERNANCE,-Full%20Article&text=On%20the%20micro%20level%2C%20in,internal%20auditing%20as%20a%20profession

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Ann Butera and talk about key communication skills needed from internal auditors to avoid pushback during a project. We also discussed how internal auditors can increase their executive presence or gravitas and make the changes we propose sustainable. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Nathan Mueller and talk about his $8.5M fraud at an insurance company. Nathan shared his thoughts on specific control weaknesses that led to his fraud and what Internal Auditors can do better to detect fraud.  I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Ian Stokol and talk about the Customer Experience (CX) process from an Internal Audit perspective. Ian shared what he believes is the most important thing for Internal Auditors to do when auditing the CX process.  Listen in to check out what it was.  I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Hal Garyn and talk about the positive and negative effects of remote work on the Internal Audit profession.  Hal shared his biggest fear with this “new normal.” Listen in to check out what it was, as always, priceless insights from Hal.  I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Philipp Wilhelm and talk about agility and adaptability in the Internal Audit profession. We spoke about the Adaptability Quotient (AQ) and how it is as important as your IQ and EQ. We also talked about NeuroTracker, a cognitive training system used by many of the top sports teams globally, and how Internal Auditors can use the tool. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Doug Anderson and talk about what Board members and significant stakeholders expect from the Chief Audit Executive.  We also discussed what CAEs can do if they don't think Board members are well equipped to ask Executives challenging questions and how Internal Audit departments must audit their company's culture.  I hope you enjoy it!

What better day to talk about Retail Fraud than the day after Cyber Monday? In this episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Tony Sales, a reformed Fraudster, author of "The Big Con: How I stole £30 million and got away with it." Tony was featured in a Vice documentary and is considered one of Britain's most successful career criminals. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, I had the chance to interview Norman Marks and talk about Auditing That Matters. Some of the ideas discussed include having audit projects last 200 hours or less and focusing more on value creation than rearview mirror auditing. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, Shawna Flanders, Director of Product Development, with The Institute of Internal Auditors gives us an overview of the Agile Methodology as it applies to Internal Audit.  She also provides some insights into areas where Agile may work best and areas in which the methodology may not be as useful, hope you enjoy!