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Joining the Dots with Thomas Drohan
by Clue Software
Joining the Dots provides real-world insights from those dedicated to justice, harm reduction, and global security. Hosted by Thomas Drohan, technologist and co-founder of Clue Software, each episode delves into the challenges and triumphs of those on the frontline tackling real issues like child abuse, human trafficking, corruption, organised crime, and fraud. Thomas leverages his experience working with diverse intelligence and investigations teams to explore candid conversations with victims, perpetrators, investigators, leaders, tech experts, and academics. Joining the Dots highlights the tireless efforts and innovative strategies making our world safer. Subscribe and tune in to hear from the often-unsung heroes committed to real change.
Episodes
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Carl Miller: Surviving in the new age of information warfare
In this episode of Joining the Dots, Carl Miller, author, journalist and researcher, joins Thomas Drohan to explore how technology is transforming crime, influence and the information we trust. Carl Miller reflects on the extraordinary investigation behind Kill List, his podcast series which...
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Tom Sefton-Collins – Inside the online influence battlefield
Thomas is joined by Tom Sefton-Collins, Founder of GhostShift and former GCHQ Head of Operations for offensive cyber and influence, to explore how the online information environment has become a frontline for modern threats. Drawing on 15 years in government across counter terrorism, organised...
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Rachael Herbert – Exposing the UK high street’s money laundering problem
In this episode of Joining the Dots, Thomas Drohan is joined by Rachael Herbert, Director of the National Economic Crime Centre (NECC), to explore how economic crime is playing out closer to home than many people realise. Rachael explains how money laundering, illicit finance and organised crime...
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Jamie Bartlett - How to Talk to AI, Influence and The Missing Cryptoqueen
In this episode of Joining the Dots, Thomas is joined by Jamie Bartlett, journalist, author and creator of the BBC podcast The Missing Cryptoqueen, for a wide-ranging conversation on emerging technology, influence and how society responds when innovation outpaces institutions. Jamie reflects on…
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Tony Sales – My life in fraud and why prevention keeps failing
In this episode of Joining the Dots, Thomas is joined by Tony Sales, Co‑Founder of We Fight FinCrime and a former prolific fraudster, for a candid conversation about the realities of economic crime - from both sides of the line. Tony shares his journey from a childhood shaped by organised crime…
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Matt Horne – Operation Venetic: how encrypted crime was finally exposed
In this episode of Joining the Dots, Thomas is joined by Matt Horne, Director of Intelligence and Investigations at Clue and former National Crime Agency Gold Commander, to unpack one of the most significant law enforcement operations in UK history: Operation Venetic. Matt provides a rare insider...
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Will Lyne & Matt Horne: Cybercrime, national security, and the fight for resilience
Thomas is joined by Will Lyne, former Deputy Director of the National Crime Agency’s Cyber Intelligence team, and Matt Horne, Director of Intelligence and Investigations at Clue and Chair of TechUK’s National Security Committee, for a fireside chat on today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape.…
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Anna Rowe: How being catfished sparked an online safety movement
In this powerful episode, Thomas sits down with Anna Rowe – survivor, activist, and founder of Catch the Catfish – to uncover the disturbing reality of romance fraud. Anna shares her deeply personal journey, from being manipulated by a serial fraudster living a double life to becoming one of the...
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Will Lyne – Operation Destabilise: Inside a global crypto-laundering network
Join Thomas for a remarkable conversation with Will Lyne, former Deputy Director and Head of Cyber Intelligence at the UK’s National Crime Agency, as they unpack Operation Destabilise – a landmark investigation into one of the world’s most prolific money laundering networks. What began with...
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Alex Rothwell – Fighting Fraud at the Heart of the NHS
Join Thomas for a compelling conversation with Alex Rothwell, CEO of the NHS Counter Fraud Authority, as they delve into one of the UK’s most complex and emotive crime landscapes: fraud in the National Health Service. From insider threats and procurement scams to multi-million-pound prescription...
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Professor Mark Button – Inside West Africa’s cybercrime ‘kingdoms’
Mark Button – Inside West Africa’s cybercrime ‘kingdoms’ Join Thomas for a revealing conversation with Professor Mark Button, Director of the Centre for Cybercrime and Economic Crime at the University of Portsmouth, as they delve into the hidden world of global fraud and the rise of sophisticated...
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Laura Eshelby: The new age of fraud - and how to fight it
Join Thomas for a compelling conversation with Laura Eshelby, former Cabinet Office counter fraud leader, as she unpacks two decades on the front lines of the UK’s fight against fraud. Starting her career as a graduate trainee and auditor, Laura quickly rose through the ranks to lead complex...
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Nick Sharp – Inside the UK’s war on economic crime
Join Thomas for a revealing conversation with Nick Sharp, Deputy Director of the National Economic Crime Centre (NECC), as they unravel the hidden web of fraud and financial crime that’s costing the UK billions every year. From romance scams and impersonation fraud to international laundering...
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Martin Dubbey – From drug busts to the Sochi doping scandal
Join Thomas as he speaks with Martin Dubbey, a former UK drug liaison officer turned international investigator, whose career spans from narcotics investigations in Customs and Excise to exposing one of the most audacious doping scandals in modern sport. Martin shares how his transition into...
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Sarah Lewis OBE OLY – From Olympic slopes to anti-doping pioneer
Join Thomas as he dives into a fascinating conversation with Sarah Lewis OBE OLY, Olympic ski racer turned Secretary General of the International Skiing Federation (FIS), where she spent over two decades leading one of sport’s most crucial but complex battles - anti-doping. From the explosive…
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Ian Smith: Esports – a game-changer for sports integrity?
In this episode, Ian Smith, Commissioner of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC), explores the fast-growing world of esports and its integrity challenges. Drawing from his experience tackling match-fixing in cricket, Ian explains his move into esports, where competitive gaming has surged in...
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Neville Blackwood – On the frontlines of global law enforcement
In this episode, Thomas sits down with Neville Blackwood, a seasoned international law enforcement consultant and former senior police officer, to delve into the complexities of global policing. Neville recounts his journey from joining Thames Valley Police in 1982 to leading undercover…
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Phil Suddick – From covert law enforcement to sports integrity
Join Thomas as he delves into an enthralling conversation with Phil Suddick, the Head of Sport and Safeguarding at Clue Software, unravelling his remarkable career journey from law enforcement to becoming a torchbearer for sports integrity. Drawing from his specialised background in covert...
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Adam Pacifico – Developing a mindset for investigative leadership
Thomas joins Adam Pacifico, as the lawyer and leadership podcaster shares his unconventional career trajectory from barrister to police officer and back. This episode explores how technology shaped Adam’s work in law over the years and underscores the importance of meticulous detail and rationale...
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Matt Horne - The evolution of UK organised crime
Join Thomas as he delves into the intricate world of organised crime and technology with Matt Horne, a former detective with a distinguished 30-year career in law enforcement. As the former Deputy Director of Investigations at the National Crime Agency, Matt led Operation Venetic, a…
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Peter Spindler - The enduring legacy of Operation Yewtree
In this compelling episode, Thomas sits down with Peter Spindler to delve into his distinguished career in law enforcement, spotlighting his pivotal role in Operation Yewtree. Spindler shares his journey from joining the police to spearheading one of the most significant investigations in UK...
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Alex Wood - Inside financial crime with a reformed fraudster
Join Thomas as he enters the complex world of financial crime with reformed fraudster Alex Wood, and Clue Software’s Director of Intelligence and Investigations, Matt Horne, a seasoned former law enforcement leader and economic crime expert. With raw honesty, Alex recounts his past…
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Introducing Joining the Dots with Thomas Drohan
Joining the Dots provides real-world insights from those dedicated to justice, harm reduction, and global security. Hosted by Thomas Drohan, technologist and co-founder of Clue Software, each episode delves into the challenges and triumphs of those on the frontline tackling real issues like child...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Joining the Dots provides real-world insights from those dedicated to justice, harm reduction, and global security. Hosted by Thomas Drohan, technologist and co-founder of Clue Software, each episode delves into the challenges and triumphs of those on the frontline tackling real issues like child abuse, human trafficking, corruption, organised crime, and fraud.
Thomas leverages his experience working with diverse intelligence and investigations teams to explore candid conversations with victims, perpetrators, investigators, leaders, tech experts, and academics. Joining the Dots highlights the tireless efforts and innovative strategies making our world safer.
Subscribe and tune in to hear from the often-unsung heroes committed to real change.
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