In the premiere episode, Sahara is joined by Tamar Gubins, a Corporate attorney in Fox’s New York office, for a conversation about the options available to startups as they choose a corporate structure, as well as tips and tricks for setting a business up for success from day one.

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In episode three, Sahara is joined by Gray Mateo-Harris, a Labor & Employment partner in Fox's Chicago office, as well as an advocate for diversity and inclusion in all aspects of her life. The women discuss diversity, equity and inclusion, particularly relating to workplace culture and other important workplace issues.

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Episode One: The Anatomy of a PPP Fraud Investigation 

Matt Adams is joined by Jessica Hollobaugh, CPA/ABV, CFE, a partner in the forensic and valuation services group at Withum, to discuss the Paycheck Protection Program and the fraud enforcement efforts that surround it.

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In episode four, Sahara is joined by Nancy Yaffe, a Labor & Employment partner in the Los Angeles office and co-chair of Fox's Women's Initiative, a firmwide program that is dedicated to promoting women attorneys. Drawing on their experience, the women discuss independent contractors vs employee classification.

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Episode Six: It's Never Too Soon to Think About Early Release

Matt Adams is joined by colleague Marissa Koblitz Kingman to explain the history and use of the early release process and forecast how the COVID-19 pandemic – which in some states resulted in a reduction in the prison population of more than 30% – could permanently change the sentencing system.

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Episode Seven: Investigative Insights: A Conversation With a Former FBI Agent

Former FBI agent Mark Calnan, now a licensed private investigator and principal with the Forensic and Valuation Services team at Withum, takes you inside the mind of a criminal investigator, from the initiation of cases to the important collaboration between FBI agents and AUSAs in the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Guided by host Matthew Adams, this episode is a rare look at the flip side of a white-collar investigation.

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Episode Eight: Managing Sanctions Against Russia: A Look Inside U.S. Financial Institutions

This is a must-listen episode in which Matt Adams is joined by a trio of guests responsible for upholding the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions in place against Russia since its invasion of Ukraine in last February. 

Featuring:
Peter Kim, Principal, Forensic and Valuation Services Group and Financial Crimes Advisory Consultant, Withum
David Hazen, Vice President, BSA and OFAC Officer, Atlantic Community Bankers Bank
Mark Zilberzweig, Vice President, Senior Compliance Officer & Third-Party Oversight, Metropolitan Commercial Bank

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Episode Nine: On the Inside: Preparing for Incarceration

You won’t want to miss this latest episode, featuring Jeff Kluge, a former white-collar inmate turned defense team consultant who shares his firsthand experience with the federal prison system.

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Episode 24: Special Edition: Spotlight on the Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey 

Created to support criminal defense attorneys in New Jersey at a pivotal time, the ACDL-NJ is strong and thriving nearly 40 years after its founding. Podcast host and current ACDL-NJ President Matt Adams is joined by Joseph Hayden, founder and first president, for a look back at the origins of this preeminent organization that has played a vital role in the Garden State’s criminal justice system. 

Joe, a partner at Pashman Stein Walter Hayden and co-chair of its Criminal Defense and Investigation Practices, takes listeners back through the criminal justice emergency that emerged in the 1980s that spurred and shaped the formation of the ACDL-NJ.

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Episode One: The Truth Behind Coercive Control

Guided by a tragic story that rocked the Tri-State area last summer, Sandra Fava’s podcast returns with a look at the twin poisons of parental alienation and coercive control. 

Joined by Amy Polacko, a journalist and divorce coach, the episode dispels myths surrounding the two terms and explores how Hollywood stories shed additional light on these issues and situations.

With an inside look at coercive relationships and tips on protecting yourself, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Episode 28

Under the Microscope: Examining the Future of the ERC

The House Ways and Means Committee recently advanced a bill that gives businesses a proposed deadline of January 31, 2024 to file Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims. This comes on the heels of recent announcements by the IRS whereby employers can withdraw their ERC claims or participate in a specialized ERC Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP). 

Host Matt Adams is joined by Withum’s Dan Mayo for a deep dive into the latest on how the federal government is handling alleged ERC fraud and what the future may hold for the ERC should Congress pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. 
 
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has claimed – or is considering claiming – the ERC.

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Third-Party Risk Management and Legal Perspective

Assessing generative AI risks now – especially those involving third parties – can protect businesses from compliance problems down the road.

Juliana Neelbauer, a member of our Artificial Intelligence Practice, is joined by cybersecurity consultant Matt Mettenheimer (Associate Director, S-RM) for this practical conversation. Together, their shared points of view provide a detailed look at what business should consider when using generative AI and related cyber risks when working with third-party vendors.

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Splitting Costs: Forensic Accounting in Divorce

Your attorney is your advocate. A forensic accountant is your financial fact-finder. 

In this episode, Sandra Fava and guest Megan Sartor (Partner, SAX), a forensic accountant, explore the symbiotic relationship between lawyers and accountants in divorce proceedings, including the pros and cons of using a joint forensic expert versus separate experts and the value of clear communication among all parties.
 
As you look to disentangle finances, make sure you know the right questions to ask and what to expect of your attorney and experts involved in your case.

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Episode 29
A Global Perspective on the Economic Responses to COVID-19

While COVID-19 stimulus aid enforcement continues to make headlines in the United States, a very different situation is unfolding in Europe.

Jim Power, a prominent economic analyst, joins host Matt Adams for an eye-opening episode into the different fiscal responses to the pandemic by the United States and Europe. 

Jim takes listeners through a journey of global financial crises over the past 100 years. He and Matt then explore why the U.S. and Europe are experiencing contrary fallouts from COVID-19 policies and predict how global politics could impact future economic responses.

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Episode 30
Why They Do It: Inside the Mind of a White Collar Criminal – A Discussion With Author Eugene Soltes

What drives an individual to commit white-collar crimes? 

Eugene Soltes, professor of business administration at Harvard Business School and author of Why They Do It: Inside the Mind of a White Collar Criminal, joins host Matt Adams to dig into this topic from a social science and historical perspective.

The episode takes a look at how white-collar crime has been perceived over the last century in the United States – from an inherent element of capitalism to today’s highly regulated environment. Eugene and Matt also discuss why individuals become involved in such schemes and what role technology plays in giving the illusion that it’s a victimless crime.

You’ll learn more about Eugene’s research for his book as well as his latest studies into how businesses can use data analytics to detect, prevent and respond to reputational and regulatory threats.

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Parallel Proceedings: The Intersection of Criminal Law and Family Law

Allegations of domestic violence can complicate an already complex family law matter. It’s important to understand how criminal proceedings involving accusations of violence can impact your civil case. 

Marissa Koblitz Kingman of our White-Collar Criminal Defense & Regulatory Compliance Practice joins host Sandra Fava to provide clarity on how family law civil cases can intertwine with criminal prosecutions. Their discussion details what behavior qualifies as abuse in New Jersey and help listeners make informed decisions about who they want – and need – on their legal team.

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Reshaping Your Legacy: Estate Planning After Your Divorce   

If something happens to you, would you want your ex or soon-to-be-ex to have the right to make decisions on your behalf? 
  
If your answer is no, then stop everything you’re doing and listen to this episode. 
  
Melissa Terranova of our Taxation & Wealth Planning Practice joins host Sandra Fava to dig into the estate planning considerations that arise during the divorce process. They discuss the documents that are critical to review and update — or create — as you close one chapter and begin a new one, including health care directives, powers of attorney, wills, beneficiary designations and more.

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Episode 31
An Introspective Look at Bridgegate: Bill Baroni’s Journey

Bill is the former Deputy Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey who was indicted and served prison time in connection with the infamous Bridgegate scandal before his conviction was unanimously overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court. In this candid conversation with host Matt Adams, Bill reflects on his journey as a target of a federal government investigation. 

This intriguing episode sheds new light into one of New Jersey’s biggest political scandals. Bill offers an inside look at his personal experiences as the criminal investigation and charges unfolded, including the intense pressure to plead guilty.

Bill also shares how the experience shaped his current professional life. Hear how his insights impact Matt in real time, changing how he’ll now advise his clients who are under investigation.

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Living with a manipulative parent who exercises coercive control can be a silent struggle for children. 

Dr. Christine Cocchiola, DSW, LCSW, a clinician and social work professor, joins Sandra Fava to highlight the profound consequences of parent-on-parent abusive relationships on a family. 

They detail the often unexpected and counterintuitive responses that can manifest for children as coping mechanisms when a parent is abusive. They also discuss the best ways to support a child who is experiencing this in their family life. 

With laws already changing in some states, Christine and Sandra speculate on how the court and legal systems could better respond to families and individuals victimized by coercive control abuse.

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Episode 32
Celebrating Women’s History Month With WWCDA’s Global Chair and Co-Founder

The Women’s White Collar Defense Association is an integral force in the world of white-collar law. It personifies the theme of this year’s Women’s History Month: “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.” 

Global chair and co-founder of WWCDA, Karen Popp, and Marissa Koblitz Kingman, our partner and a leader in WWCDA’s New Jersey chapter, join host Matt Adams in this special episode in recognition of Women’s History Month. 

The trio examines the major strides made by WWCDA since its founding in 1999 and highlights its impact today on the practice of white-collar criminal defense law for both men and women. Marissa also shares how her involvement and leadership in WWCDA have benefited her career and practice.

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Episode 33
Framing the Narrative: Journalism's Influence on the Presumption of Innocence

In this insightful episode, Pulitzer-nominated journalist Mark Di Ionno talks candidly about how the media can affect the court of public opinion for defendants facing criminal accusations. 
 
Throughout Mark’s 40+ years of reporting, he has maintained and demonstrated empathy for the people who are at the heart of any story he’s written. He and host Matt Adams explore how changes in journalism, including the way reporters approach a story and the impact left by a digital footprint, may have eroded the presumption of innocence to which every defendant is entitled.

This episode also offers insight into how defense attorneys can flex the media narrative to benefit and protect their clients.

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Episode 34
A Conversation With Jesse Eisinger, Author of 'The Chickenshit Club: Why the Justice Department Fails to Prosecute Executives'
 
In a single decade, the prosecutions of those accused of white-collar crime underwent a radical transformation. This thought-provoking episode will take you back in time to explore the DOJ approach in the early 2000s Enron era and walk you forward into the Great Recession and the collapse of the financial markets. 

Jesse Eisinger, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, joins host Matt Adams to discuss his book, "The Chickenshit Club: Why the Justice Department Fails to Prosecute Executives."
The pair discusses how the pendulum swung drastically from a time of nightly executive perp walks on the evening news, to today, where settlements reign supreme and accountability for inflicting widespread economic harm via white-collar crimes is absent.

You’ll discover the historical context for the Department of Justice's current Principles of Corporate Prosecution and find out how politics — sometimes counterintuitively — plays into the Department of Justice’s actions.

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Episode 35
A Double-Edged Sword? The DOJ Confronts AI 
 
Like all new technologies, AI isn’t naturally good or bad. But it can be used by people motivated to do terrible – and possibly criminal – things. 

That’s the view of Mark McCreary, our Chief Artificial Intelligence & Information Security Officer. He joins series host Matt Adams to discuss AI in light of DOJ Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco’s public statements this year surrounding the emerging technology.

Mark offers his perspective on the future of machine cognition, including whether it’s possible to recognize potential criminal activities aided by AI. The pair also explores legal and ethical perspectives of using generative AI in the workplace. You’ll hear valuable recommendations on how to incorporate this new technology into your business while establishing guardrails and policies to keep proprietary and personal data secure. 

If you’re using or considering using Gen AI in your workplace, this episode is for you.

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How can a chief operating officer be most impactful at a registered investment advisor firm?

In this episode, host Matt Baum chats with Matt Sonnen, COO of Coldstream Wealth Management. They discuss what it means to be a COO in an RIA firm, building trust with leadership and crafting both the right company culture and streamlined operational processes for long-term success.

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Special Edition: Episode 36
Rolling Change: The DEA Turns Over a New Leaf on Marijuana Scheduling
 
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) triggered high hopes when it recently announced it wants to accept the U.S. Department Health and Human Services’s recommendation to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. 

Josh Horn, Co-Chair and founder of our Cannabis Law Practice, joins host Matt Adams to explore this trailblazing announcement by the DEA. 

Their discussion digs into the business and banking ramifications for cannabis companies of the potential rescheduling. They also explore social justice issues for people formerly incarcerated for nonviolent crimes related to the possession and use of the marijuana. And they examine the parallels to Prohibition as well as consider the benefits rescheduling could have for medical research and municipal revenue generation.

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Episode 37
Vintage or Trendsetting? The SDNY's Whistleblower Pilot Program 
 
The Department of Justice launched a Whistleblower Pilot Program in the Southern District of New York in February. But is it a groundbreaking program, or an existing policy simply wrapped in fresh branding? 

Seasoned white-collar litigator Andrew Bernstein joins his partner and series host Matt Adams to dissect the program. The two give their candid opinions on its limitations, effectiveness and potential for expansion outside the SDNY. 

Listen to find out why it’s critical to contact an attorney before making a self-disclosure directly through the program

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Episode 38
A Blueprint for Compliance: The Fraud Pentagon Theory 
 
How can you pinpoint employee behaviors that signal a potential risk of fraud in your company, especially if you operate in a highly regulated industry? 
 
Join host Matt Adams for this insightful episode featuring Nicole Sliger and Jonathan Marks, forensic accountants with the global accounting and consulting firm, BDO.
 
The trio provides practical guidance on compliance management, informed not only by personal experiences but also the five components of the Fraud Pentagon Theory. Developed by Jonathan, this theory helps companies identify the human element that can lead to employees engaging in activities that put a company at risk for white-collar crimes.

You’ll learn to recognize key red flags and take actionable steps to safeguard your organization.

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What's the secret to successfully recruiting advisors? Understanding that moving from one firm to another is probably one of the most stressful things that an advisor can go through.

That’s what Jodi Perry, National Head of Advisor Recruiting at Raymond James, tells host Matt Baum in this episode.
 
Jodi, who blazed a trail 20 years ago as the first female recruiter at her firm, discusses how and why she made the move to create her current position at Raymond James and the strategic initiatives she’s looking to implement for the firm. She also offers advice for women interested in working in financial services and shares insights on how to be a good recruiter.

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Episode 39
Unthreading the Silk Road: A Conversation With Author Nick Bilton
 
A marketplace of drugs, guns and murder for hire. Journalist and author Nick Bilton explored the illicit web-based market the Silk Road in his page-turner, American Kingpin: The Epic Hunt for the Criminal Mastermind Behind the Silk Road.
 
In this engaging episode, he joins host Matt Adams to dig into how he conceptualized, researched and wrote this book. They also forecast where internet-based crimes are potentially headed thanks to artificial intelligence. 
 
Nick and Matt’s conversation takes listeners back in time to the early 2000s—the early days of internet-based crime—and provides a legal and practical perspective on how federal agencies altered their tried-and-true processes to confront and catch criminals committing crimes via the web. 
 
The episode also explores how the acceptance of responsibility—or lack thereof—by a defendant can affect sentencing decisions.

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