iDS TALKS

What happens when a testifying economist joins forces with digital forensics, structured data, and forensic accounting experts? In this episode of iDS Talks, Drew O’Shaughnessy sits down with Ken Gustafson, Managing Director of Economics at iDiscovery Solutions, to discuss the launch of iDS’ Economics division and how it expands the firm’s ability to help clients solve complex financial disputes. Drawing on decades of experience in financial markets, commodities, structured transactions, and e

What happens when data tells the story before you even step into the courtroom? In this episode of iDS Talks, Bobby Williams sits down with Bree Murphy to break down how the right approach to data can shift strategy, reduce risk, and change outcomes. You’ll hear: Where most teams get stuck with data How to turn complexity into clear action What it takes to stay ahead in high-stakes matters At iDS, we don’t just manage data. We help you use it to your advantage. https://youtu.be/y4EZpitKGNM

What happens when massive volumes of sensitive data enter the public conversation? In this episode of iDS Talks, Bobby Williams and Drew O’Shaughnessy break down the eDiscovery and digital forensics questions surrounding the Epstein files. The focus isn’t speculation. It’s the data. They discuss: • Why every investigation should treat data as if litigation is inevitable • The importance of chain of custody and documentation from the start • What investigators look for when determining best evi

What drives innovation at iDS? Curiosity. In this episode of iDS Talks, iDS President Hunter McMahon sits down with Drew O’Shaughnessy, Consultant in Analytics and AI, to explore how curiosity fuels creativity, problem solving, and discovery. They discuss how asking the right questions before jumping to solutions leads to better outcomes for clients, especially in investigations and analytics. Drew shares how curiosity helps him uncover insights, adapt familiar tools to new challenges, and sta

In this episode of iDS Talks, host Bobby Williams, Director and DEI Chair at iDS, sits down with Steffon Isaac, Founder and CEO of The CLU Studio, to explore how perspective shapes success. They discuss what it means to step back, see the bigger picture, and build emotionally intelligent teams that thrive in constant change. From digital forensics to leadership consulting, Bobby and Steffon draw surprising parallels between their worlds—showing how context, curiosity, and empathy drive better o

In this episode of iDS Talks, Teddy Brown and Mike Perelman break down the essentials of Protecting Intellectual Property in the Age of AI. They explain what counts as intellectual property and why it matters for your business, discuss the role of the Lanham Act in protecting trademarks and trade dress, and explore how AI blurs the line between original and derivative works. They also highlight why digital forensics and metadata are critical in proving ownership and misuse, and walk through how