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AUDIT 15 FUN
by Jon Taber
Internal Audit podcast.One 15-minute episode at least every 15 days (or so).
Episodes
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The Final Episode
After nearly five years and over 200 episodes, I’m closing my podcast with a self-interview. The biggest lesson, the favorite guests, the ones who got away, the hard no's, and all the behind-the-scenes realities.
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Ep. 245 - Alex Golbin - Governing AI Risk
Alex Golbin, author of Governing AI Risk: The River Charter, explains why he wrote a futuristic novel instead of another handbook. From “risk debt” and a 2038 crisis to the cognitive handshake between humans and AI, he challenges the agent hype and asks: who’s auditing the human side?
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Ep. 244 - Jason Mefford - Real Conversations
Jason Mefford returns to talk about soft skills, ego, and the blind spots that get audit leaders in trouble. Why relationships beat reports, how negotiation actually works, and why the best leader is the humble leader.
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Ep. 243 - IIA Mentorship Program - Alex Rusate and Valentina Sabet
Valentina Sabet and Alex Rusate reveal how a 2017 Young Professionals Task Force started the IIA Mentorship Program, from a 10-pair pilot to nearly 2,000 professionals today. Listen to the success stories and why every emerging auditor (and mentor) should apply.
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Ep. 242 - The Productive Auditor - Bill Englehaupt
Bill Engelhaupt returns to the podcast with his new book The Productive Auditor. Discover the 2-minute end-of-day shutdown that kills the Zeigarnik effect, and why systems (not being the "hero") separate high performers from burnout.
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Ep. 241 - Free AI for Auditors Book - Alexey Zanin
Free book. One of the Magnificent Seven already uses their AI. Alexey Zanin (ex-Meta compliance, co-founder of Bead AI) shares three no-nonsense moves to future-proof your internal audit career. Plus how to get his free book The Audit Leader’s Guide to AI for SOX Testing shipped straight to you.
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Ep. 240 - From Deal-Maker to People-Builder - Matthew Bisignano
Matthew Bisignano joins the podcast to share his unlikely path, from geography student to mapmaker to master deal-maker, and how that shaped his leadership style. Treat people like partners, recognize the first downs (not just touchdowns), lead each generation differently, and always be "all in."...
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Ep. 239 - Small Teams - Sandeep Das and John Johnson
What does it take to build a credible internal audit function when you're working with a small team? In this episode I sit down with Sandeep Das, Head of Internal Audit at Elysium Healthcare, and John Johnson, Partner at Core Audit Partners, for a panel discussion on the unique challenges small...
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Ep. 238 - Talent Isn't the Problem, Exposure Is - Arpna Aggarwal
"The issue was never talent; it was exposure." IT auditor Arpna Aggarwal joins AUDIT 15 FUN to talk about building a community for women in audit and tech across Tanzania and beyond, and why AI governance conversations are missing African voices. Join me in the discussion as she lays out her call...
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Ep. 237 - DTCC AI Hackathon Silver Medalists
Meet the DTCC Hackathon silver medal team: Rich Penfield, Ashes Basnet, Jamie Ontiveros, Wesley Raider, and Marina Tieman (missed Kaine Kenerly). The team reveals why they joined the AI hackathon, how we built a powerful tool in days (no coding background needed), and the biggest takeaways: start...
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Ep. 236 - What Nobody is Talking about with AI - James Paterson
Tokenization. Context windows. Lost in the middle. Silent failures. RLHF. Anthropomorphism. Quantization. Top-P and Top-K. RAG. Deterministic checks. If you haven’t heard of some of these topics, this podcast episode is for you.
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Ep. 235 - Secret Agent - Richard LaTulip
Former Secret Service agent Richard LaTulip joins the podcast to discuss cybercrime investigations, undercover operations, and the human factors that can derail even the biggest cases. He shares how a simple printer fix launched his cyber forensics career, the realities behind tracking global...
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Ep. 234 - Small Teams - Sandeep Das
Small team? No problem. Sandeep Das explains how lean audit functions drive real impact, without more budget or headcount. 1) Scale smart (co-source, analytics, guest auditors) 2) Build systems to move faster 3) Build influence with leadership 4) Stop waiting. Start doing. Buy your copy here:...
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Ep. 233 - 24 Hours. Global Audit. No Excuses. - Dominik Foerschler
A 24-hour global audit conference. No travel. No time zone excuses. The Audit Research Center is pushing the profession forward with a live, nonstop conference across every region. This episode breaks down what’s coming: 30+ sessions spanning macro risk to real AI use cases Practical…
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Ep. 232 - Inside the Largest Lottery Fraud in US History - Terry Rich
Former Iowa Lottery CEO Terry Rich shares how a suspicious claim turned into a multi-state investigation, exposing an insider who rigged the system. This episode goes beyond the headline: • The hot dog clue that cracked the case • How tiny red flags exposed a massive fraud • Why transparency...
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Ep. 231 - Benjamin Ritter - The Executive Podcast
Most leaders hit a moment where they feel stuck. Dr. Benjamin Ritter works with CEOs and senior executives at those exact crossroads. In this episode, he shares what he’s learned about leadership growth, overcoming impostor syndrome, and why the best leaders focus on coaching, delegation, and...
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Ep. 230 - The Performance Paradox - Eduardo Briceno
Busy does not equal better. In this episode, I sit down with Eduardo Briceno, author of The Performance Paradox, to explore why constant execution can actually hurt performance. We break down the performance zone vs. learning zone and what leaders can do to help teams stop grinding, and start...
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Ep. 229 - First 100 Days in Internal Audit - Ben Moulder
Your first 100 days in Internal Audit can define your entire career. In this episode, internal audit storyteller Benjamin Moulder explains why early perception is everything, how “GPA starts at zero,” and what new auditors must do to build credibility and trust. Work ethic, communication,...
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Ep. 228 - Managing the Hell out of your Audit - Bill Englehaupt
Managing the hell out of your audit.Bill Englehaupt joins the podcast to break down why audits run long, how rework kills morale, and the practical fixes that actually improve audit execution. auditology.info
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Ep. 227 - From Enron to Agile - Burke Willis
From Enron to Agile. Burke Willis quit Enron at the right time, and that experience helped shape a career grounded in integrity and change. He is now helping reshape how internal audit projects are done. We talk about why perfect audit plans don’t exist, how two-week cycles accelerate insight…
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Ep. 226 - The Big Three - Brian Kuenzi
In this episode, finance leader Brian Kenzie explores how the explosive rise of passive ownership has transformed capital markets, and what it means for internal audit and enterprise risk management. The Big Three may now influence internal audit more than the Big Four. If you don't know who the...
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Ep. 225 - Fraud Prevention Best Practices with a Former FBI Employee - DJ Rossini
In this episode, I sat down with DJ Rossini, Managing Director at Grant Thornton and former FBI Chief Counsel and Compliance Officer. DJ brings a wealth of experience across healthcare fraud, counter-terrorism, money laundering, internal investigations, and corporate compliance. We go over what...
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Ep. 224 - Data Science - Sai Popuri
What, so what, now what? That’s the heart of data science. In this episode, I'm joined by Sai Popuri, a data science expert who explains the three pillars of analytics: Descriptive – What happened? Predictive – So what’s likely to happen next? Prescriptive – Now what should we do about it? We…
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Ep. 223 - Inspiring Women in Audit - Tracie Marquardt
In this episode, I welcome Tracie Marquardt, host of the Inspiring Women in Audit podcast. Tracie shares the story behind her mission to amplify women’s voices in internal audit and how she grew a global community from scratch. One movement. One mission.
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Ep. 222 - Do Certification really matter? - Jas Gill and Asim Fareeduddin
Are certifications truly worth it? From real-world hiring scenarios to the career impact of credentials, Jas and Asim explore whether letters after your name matter more than results, how certifications build credibility, and why lifelong learning is key to staying relevant. They also gave their...
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Ep. 221 - Oladayo Duduyemi - CoAuditor
Oladayo Duduyemi, co-founder of CoAuditor, joins the podcast to show his solution, streamlining control testing, client collaboration, and even detecting synthetic documents.
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Ep. 220 - Overthinking and people-pleasing - Dr. Lorwen Nagel
Harvard-trained psychologist Dr. Lorwen Nagel, who worked with the Dalai Lama, explains overthinking and people-pleasing. Why we do it, how it holds us back, and what to do about it.
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Ep. 219 - Auditing in Healthcare - Daniel Clayton
Healthcare is massive. Auditing in this industry is no small task. In this episode, Daniel Clayton, Head of Audit at UF Health, details what makes auditing in this industry uniquely complex, and shares insights on where internal auditors can truly add value in one of the most regulated and...
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Ep. 218 - Sales & Marketing Audit - Oleg Koslov
How do you audit sales and marketing? Oleg Koslov brings global insights, five practical pillars, and quick wins every team can use.
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Ep. 217 - IIA Mentor Program - Alex Rusate
Learn about the Emerging Leader Program from Alex Rusate, who advanced from Sr. IT Auditor to Sr. VP of Audit after participating in the program. Program link: https://tinyurl.com/43nbxuv3
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Ep. 216 - AI Assurance - Greg Hutchins
AI is a black box. Even its creators can't explain, so how do we provide assurance? In this episode, Greg Hutchins, author of Trust Me, AI Risk Management, unpacks the billion-dollar question of AI audit and why the future belongs to those who learn to use AI. Are you a doomer or a boomer?
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Ep. 215 - 3Ls High Performing Teams - Aura Rad
What drives a truly high-performing audit team? Aura Rad shares her powerful Three Ls model: Lean on each other Learn from each other Leverage each other “You don’t just fall into a great team; it takes intention, effort, and a marathon mindset.” #Audit15Fun #InternalAudit #Leadership
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Ep. 214 - Story Telling with Shagen Ganason
Global CAE and author Shagen Ganason joins to share how storytelling can make audit findings unforgettable and actionable. We talk about The Storyteller’s Ledger, why your final 60 seconds matter most, and how one reframed audit changed everything. Buy the book here: https://tinyurl.com/562baavv...
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Ep. 213 — Level Up Your Compliance - Mary Shirley
In this episode, I sit down with Mary Shirley, VP & Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer at Scion Health and author of Level Up: 65 Hacks for Compliance & Ethics Professionals. Mary shares her favorite hack, how to spot real ethical leaders vs. “for-show” ones, and gives her take on the claim that...
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Ep. 212 - Jamie Meziere - From Intern to CAE
From Intern to CAE at FedEx: In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Meziere, newly promoted Chief Audit Executive at FedEx. Jamie shares her remarkable journey from a small-town Mississippi intern to leading FedEx’s global audit function. We discuss career pivots, self-doubt, taking bold leaps…
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Ep. 211 - Will the PCAOB cease to exist? - Paul Munter
A new bill proposes abolishing the PCAOB and transferring audit oversight to the SEC. What would that mean for audit quality, accountability, and investor trust? Paul Munter joins to discuss: Could audits suffer without a dedicated watchdog? Are Big Four firms too big to challenge? Can AI improve...
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Ep. 210 - Enron, FTX, and the Ethics of Legal Fraud - Bethany McLean
In this episode, renowned journalist and author Bethany McLean joins to discuss 'legal fraud,' whether we're becoming more desensitized to corporate misconduct, and the one question she’d ask if she were on Tesla’s board.
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Ep. 209 - Public Sector - Matthew Oleniuk
From Canada to the UAE, Matthew Oleniuk brings 15+ years of internal audit experience in government. In this episode, we unpack the unique risks of public sector projects, why budgets go sideways, and how auditors can shift from checking boxes to driving real effectiveness. Bonus: Matthew shares…
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Ep. 208 - Tipper X - Tom Hardin
Tom Hardin, aka Tipper X, was just starting his hedge fund career when the FBI caught him outside a dry cleaner. He wore a wire. Helped take down 20 others. And lived to tell the tale. In this episode, Tom breaks down how pressure, silence, and culture led him to cross the line and what auditors...
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Ep. 207 - Treasury - John Engeman
On this episode of Audit 15 Fun, I’m joined by seasoned finance and treasury expert John Engeman. We discuss the goals of a treasury department, how to measure success, and the most overlooked risks during treasury audits. A must-listen for any auditor doing a treasury review!
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Ep. 206 - Perla Habchi - Every Chapter Needs a Perla
On this episode of Audit 15 Fun, I’m joined by Perla Habchi, an emerging internal audit leader from Canada. Perla shares how she stumbled into internal audit, built a framework to audit innovation during the pandemic, and became a tireless advocate for student outreach. From national awards to...
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Ep. 205 - The Rogue Trader - Nick Leeson
Nick Leeson, the man behind the $800M collapse of Barings Bank, joins Audit 15 Fun. We skip the headline story and dig into what internal auditors should've asked and seen, as well as what he wishes someone had asked. Simple things. Big consequences.
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Ep. 204 - From Lab to Audit - Rethinking Talent Pipelines - Heather Lascano
From molecular biologist to business owner to internal auditor, Heather Lascano’s journey is anything but traditional. In this episode, we talk about the surprising overlap between science, entrepreneurship, and internal audit and why our profession needs to rethink the talent pipeline.
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Ep. 203 - Marco Nutini - AI in Risk Management
In this episode, I'm joined by Marco Nutini, former Chief Risk Officer at Embraer and the mind behind RiskLeap.com. Marco highlights how AI is revolutionizing risk management, moving from isolated risk assessments to contextual, decision-focused auditing. Marco shares his innovative course and...
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Ep. 202 - Senate File 478 - Rob Sand
Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand joins the show to discuss Senate File 478, a law that limits access to key audit information. He shares concrete examples of how it has affected oversight and explains why audit professionals across the country are raising concerns.
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Ep. 201 - Personality Traits - Jas Gill and Karem Obeid
Can personality traits elevate your audit team? Jas Gill and Karem Obeid join to explore how understanding personalities boosts team energy, engagement, and results without putting people in boxes.
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Ep. 200 - Karolina Aleksandrova - Audit Leadership Forum
In this episode, I’m joined by Karolina Aleksandrova, a leader based in Ukraine. We discuss the upcoming Audit Leadership Forum, which brings together 150+ CAEs from 20 countries, and Karolina shares how resilience has shaped her work and life amid the ongoing war. A powerful story of strength…
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Ep. 199 - Break Barriers to Innovate - Gijsbertus J.J. van Wulfen
Are you an "in-a-wait-tor" or an innovator? Are you an "I-nnovator" or a "we-nnovator"? There’s a difference, and it matters. Understanding that difference can make innovation more effective in your organization. Listen to this masterclass from Gijs van Wulfen. Link to his book here:...
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Ep. 198 - Mike Ware - Inspector General
In this episode of Audit 15 Fun, we’re joined by Mike Ware, former Inspector General of the Small Business Administration and Social Security Administration. We discuss the crucial role of IGs in promoting transparency, uncovering fraud, and preserving oversight across government programs. Mike...
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Ep. 197 - Aadesh Gandhre - Audit Innovator Award
Last week at the GAM Conference, Aadesh and his team received the Protiviti Audit Innovator Award. In this episode, he shares what they did to earn the award and the journey that led them there. #InternalAudit #Innovation
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Internal Audit podcast.One 15-minute episode at least every 15 days (or so).
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AUDIT 15 FUN is created and hosted by Jon Taber.
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