2 Gurus Talk Compliance

Thomas Fox
2 Gurus Talk Compliance Podcast

What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Kristy Grant-Hart and Tom Fox for their new podcast, 2 Gurus Talk Compliance! In this podcast series Kristy and Tom review other top commentators in compliance as well. In this podcast, we will consider all things compliance, corporate ethics, ESG, governance, and whatever else is on our minds and the minds of other experts in the field. Kristy and Tom explore all of these topics with expertise and wit.

  1. Episode 37 — The Florida Couple Edition

    4 DAYS AGO

    Episode 37 — The Florida Couple Edition

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode Tom and Kristy discuss the controversial LinkedIn post that categorized people aged 45 to 55 as in ‘late career,’ while highlighting how Gen Z is showing new enthusiasm for corporate jobs. They delve into the Biden administration’s crackdown on Chinese imports linked to modern slavery and debate the costs of closing the de minimis exception for tariffs and package reviews. Additionally, they touch on the alarming case of a missing Chinese executive and dissect the implications of mandatory retirement ages in corporate America. The episode wraps up with a quirky story about a Florida couple (not Florida Man) attempting to claim a lottery prize with a laminated, torn ticket, showcasing the wide spectrum of compliance and ethical issues in today’s world. Tune in for a mix of insightful discussion and lighter moments from the compliance community. Stories Include: What me retire? (FT) The top Chinese bank told me to wire money. (FT) Ex-Glencore execs appear in court. (FT) PCAOB orders audit firms to bring in outsiders.  (FT) The way forward for ESG. (FT) Biden Takes Aim at China’s Temu and Shein with Trade Crackdown. (WSJ) An affair cost Alan Shaw his job and severance. Will Norfolk Southern also try to claw back his pay? (Fortune.com) 20-Somethings Learn to Love Their Corporate Jobs. (WSJ) SEC Charges Seven Public Companies with Violations of Whistleblower Protection Rule. (SEC) Florida couple caught allegedly taping lottery ticket together to claim $1 million prize. (FOX Orlando 35)    Resources:  Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    32 min
  2. Episode 36 – The Fall is Here Edition

    6 SEPT

    Episode 36 – The Fall is Here Edition

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode, Kristy and Tom discuss a range of vital topics in the compliance and legal world. They delve into the implications of the recent election on sanctions and OFAC policies, highlighting a rare decline involving Boston Consulting Group. The episode also covers significant enforcement actions, challenges of corruption in California and South Africa, and the role of chief resilience officers in corporate risk. Additionally, they share quirky and alarming anecdotes, such as a man attempting to check a human as luggage, and emerging trends in the ever-evolving compliance landscape. Stories Include: PE Partners loses equity for FCPA violations. (WSJ) Tough U.S. Sanctions Packages Are Here to Stay—Whether It’s Harris or Trump – (WSJ) Nordea Bank to pay $35MM for AML violations. (WSJ) BCG receives a Declination. (WSJ) RTX to pay $1.2bn for trade sanctions violations. (Radical Compliance) South Africa investigating $7bn worth of corruption at state-owned enterprises. (Toronto Star) How California Became a New Center of Political Corruption (NYT) How Do You Change a Chatbot’s Mind? (NYT) Now Hiring: Chief Resilience Officer. Do You Have What It Takes? (CCI) Shrink-Wrapped Florida Man Tries to Check-In as Luggage at Miami International Airport – Simple Flying: HERE Resources: Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    33 min
  3. Episode 35 — The End of Summer Edition

    23 AUG

    Episode 35 — The End of Summer Edition

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode! In this episode, Kristy and Tom delve into an array of timely topics. They take a deep dive into an Op-Ed piece from Michael Lewis about his writing on SBF, consider a new role for internal audit, look at the BoA, consider the fate of two corrupt politicians and consider AI regulation in the EU and beyond. Of course, a Florida man makes an appearance with another great tale. Tune in for a comprehensive mix of compliance nuts-and-bolts insights and current events. Stories Include: Titles Don’t Matter & Other Lies I’ve Been Told (CCI) CCO Compensation Update (Radical Compliance) Bank of America Urges Bankers to Sound Alarm on Overwork After WSJ Investigation (WSJ) EU AI Act Elevates Responsible Standards, Outpacing GDPR (CCI) Man jailed for impersonating Miami Springs pizzeria and delivering disgusting pies, police say – (Local 10) Sam Bankman-Fried, a Personal Verdict. (WaPo) Auditing for a Competitive Advantage (CCI) Tracking Individual FCPA Enforcement (Volkov) Comparing perspectives: the BOD and C-Suite (HLFCG) Menendez Resigns/Santos pleads guilty. (New Jersey Globe) (CBS News) Resources:  Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    42 min
  4. Episode 34 — The Whistleblower Edition

    9 AUG

    Episode 34 — The Whistleblower Edition

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode, Kristy and Tom delve into an array of timely topics. They discuss how and why HR is now seen as the ‘Department of Misery. The duo takes a deep dive into the new DOJ Whistleblower Incentive Program. They also discuss the huge Meta settlement with the state of Texas, SFO prosecutions and corporate felony convictions. Of course, Florida man makes an appearance with another great tale. Tune in for a comprehensive mix of compliance nuts-and-bolts insights and current events. Stories Include: For Big Companies, Felony Convictions Are a Mere Footnote (WSJ) HR: the Department of Misery?  (NYT) Can a corporate vote overturn a court decision? (FT) Income inequality and corruption. (The Economic Times)  The DOJ announces a whistleblower incentive program. (WSJ) Glencore trader criminally charged by SFO for bribery. (FT) OFAC Releases Guidance on Extended Statute of Limitations & Forthcoming Recordkeeping Changes (Volkov) – VolkovLaw Meta agrees to $1.4 billion settlement in Texas biometric data lawsuit over Facebook images (CNBC) Will AI kill meaningless jobs? (NYT) ‘Before He Cheats:’ Florida woman accused of keying ‘CHEATER’ on man’s car (Click Orlando)  Resources: Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    35 min
  5. Episode 33 — The Nuts and Bolts Edition

    26 JUL

    Episode 33 — The Nuts and Bolts Edition

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode Kristy and Tom delve into an array of timely topics. They discuss a filmmaker turned vigilante’s impact on corporate DEI programs and the repercussions of the UK elections on compliance and law enforcement. The duo takes a deep dive into the essentials of the European AI Act, emphasizing its imminent enforcement and the potential penalties. They also bring attention to the importance of a robust document retention policy, especially in international contexts. Of course, Florida man makes an appearance swimming away from the police to evade his girlfriend’s probing questions. Tune in for a comprehensive mix of compliance nuts and bolts insights and current events. Stories Include: Document Retention for U.S. Litigation Beyond Borders: Considerations for Foreign Companies Implementing an Effective Compliance Management System Tightening Compliance Around Ephemeral Messages New York State Department of Financial Services Adopts AI Guidance Understanding the EU AI Act Deere Slashes Diversity Initiatives After Backlash from Conservative Activist. (WSJ) SEC Charges Silvergate Capital, Former CEO for Misleading Investors about Compliance Program. (SEC) What Dramatic UK Election Results Might Mean for Compliance. (Corporate Compliance Insights) Is ‘Rizz’ the Secret to Getting Ahead at Work? (WSJ) Florida man jumps in ocean to avoid giving cops, girlfriend his phone’s passcode: ‘You’re telling me I’m resisting’ Resources: Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    41 min
  6. Episode 32 — Shout Out to CCI

    12 JUL

    Episode 32 — Shout Out to CCI

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode of 2 Gurus Talk Compliance Podcast, hosts Kristy Grant-Hart and Tom Fox discuss major developments in the compliance world. The topics include the potential scope of Boeing’s monitorship related to the 737 MAX crashes, Italian raids on luxury brand manufacturers for modern slavery violations, insights from the year’s biggest risk assessment survey, and Florida man’s futile gun battle with a Walmart drone. Additionally, they delve into articles from Corporate Compliance Insights on well-being washing, Supreme Court’s rollback of Chevron deference, trade sanctions screening, effective use of AI in compliance, and the importance of regulating ephemeral messaging. The episode concludes with an entertaining Florida man story involving a shootout with a drone. Stories Include: To the DOJ: Go Big on Boeing. (CCI)  Well-Being Washing (it’s a real thing). (CCI)  Upgrading TPRM in the age of AI. (CCI) Sanctioned or not? (CCI) International Comms Compliance. (CCI) Raids Find Luxury Handbags Being Made by Exploited Workers in Italy (WSJ) Supreme Court Overrules Chevron, Sharply Limiting Judicial Deference To Agencies’ Statutory Interpretation (Gibson Dunn) 2024 State of Risk & Compliance Report (NAVEX) Is work taking over your life? Here’s how to reclaim your time. (WaPo) A Florida man’s futile gun battle with a Walmart drone. (Fortune) Resources: Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    40 min
  7. Episode 31— AI, Compliance and Crypto

    21 JUN

    Episode 31— AI, Compliance and Crypto

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week’s episode! In this episode of 2 Gurus Talk Compliance Podcast, hosts Kristy Grant-Hart and Tom Fox discuss AI’s role in unmasking whistleblowers, the latest fallout from cryptocurrency firms under SEC scrutiny, advancements in tracking sanctioned commodities, and the humorous mishap involving a Florida man and laxatives. They also delve into the implications of workplace violence prevention laws, BP’s new office relationship rules, and check in on corruption and legal developments involving figures like Bob Menendez and Benny Steinmetz. Ending on a lighter note, a Florida man finds himself in trouble after substituting opioids with laxatives. Stories Include: Tyson Foods CFO was suspended for drunk driving. (Bloomberg) 5 takeaways from Menendez trial.(CNN) FAA says greater oversight needed over Boeing.(NYT) Terraform settles with SEC for $4.5bn.(FT) Beny Steinmetz profile.(OCCPR) The Double-Edged Impact of AI Compliance Algorithms on Whistleblowing (National Law Review) BP Tightens Rules Over Office Relationships in Wake of Former CEO’s Departure (WSJ) Keeping Sanctioned Russian Timber Out of the EU Is Tricky. This Nonprofit Has a Solution (WSJ) New York Bill Would Provide Protections Against Workplace Violence for Retail Employees (Seyfarth) Florida Man Steals Constipation Drugs Thinking They Were Opioids (Florida has a right to know)  Resources  Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Prove Your Worth Tom  Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    38 min
  8. Episode 30 — Make a Plan

    7 JUN

    Episode 30 — Make a Plan

    What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance, of course. Join Tom Fox and Kristy Grant-Hart in 2 Gurus Talk Compliance as they discuss the latest compliance issues in this week's episode! In this episode, Kristy and Tom discuss various pressing issues and developments in compliance. Topics include the introduction of a new regulator in Europe, concerns of AI employees about retaliation for raising alarms on potential threats, California's new workplace violence compliance requirements, and unusual attempts to use live animals as payment in Florida. The episode also highlights the significance of the Women in Compliance conference, the importance of crisis communication strategies, and the recent extension of the sanctions statute of limitations by the U.S. government. The conversation also covers networking for job seekers and the implications of the newly formed European Financial Crime Agency. The episode concludes with a bizarre payment method by our good friend, Florida Man. Highlights Include: Make a plan. (NYU Compliance and Enforcement Blog) When your employer sells you out, the Citgo 6 sues CITGO. (Houston Chronicle) Self Disclose, Self-Disclose, Self-Disclose.  (Radical Compliance) The EU has a new financial crime agency. (WSJ) Bringing trust to your internal reporting. (LinkedIn) AI Employees Fear They Aren’t Free to Voice Their Concerns (WSJ) Congress Extends Sanctions Statute of Limitations And Addresses Other National Security Issues (Corruption, Crime and Compliance) SB 553: How to Navigate the New Workplace Violence Prevention Law (Global Guardian) Landing a Job Is All About Who You Know (Again) (WSJ) Florida Man Charged with Attempting to Exchange Live Alligator for Beer (FloridaHasARightToKnow.com) Resources: Kristy Grant-Hart on LinkedIn Spark Consulting Tom  Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn

    44 min

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What happens when two top compliance commentators get together? They talk compliance of course. Join Kristy Grant-Hart and Tom Fox for their new podcast, 2 Gurus Talk Compliance! In this podcast series Kristy and Tom review other top commentators in compliance as well. In this podcast, we will consider all things compliance, corporate ethics, ESG, governance, and whatever else is on our minds and the minds of other experts in the field. Kristy and Tom explore all of these topics with expertise and wit.

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