Episodes
Dec. 2, 2025
103. Interviewing the Fraudster with Kelly Todd, CPA, ABV, CFF, CEE & Lindsay Gill, CFE
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, tackles topics including FBI Investigations, Anti-Money Laundering, Family Fraud, IRS Investigations, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss embezzlement cases with Kelly Todd, CPA, ABV, CFF, CFE and Lindsay Gill, CFE. In this episode, J...
Nov. 18, 2025
102. Stories from IRS Investigations with Carla Blake, CPA, CFE
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, tackles topics including FBI Investigations, Anti-Money Laundering, Family Fraud, IRS Investigations, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss IRS cases with Carla Blake, CPA, CFE. In this episode, Justin and Carla discuss: · What is the ...
Nov. 4, 2025
101. Crypto Fraud with Brett Johnson, CPA, CFE, CFF, CFI
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, tackles topics including FBI Investigations, Anti-Money Laundering, Family Fraud, IRS Investigations, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss crypto fraud with Brett Johnson, CPA, CFE, CFF. In this episode, Justin and Brett discuss: · Ho...
Oct. 21, 2025
100. Fraud Against Family with Tiffany Couch, CPA, CFF, CFE
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, “From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, Director of Operations for Workman Forensics, discusses a broad range of forensic accounting cases from embezzlement to money laundering, fraud against family members, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and investigation. In our 100th episode today, we discuss Fraud Against Family with...
Oct. 7, 2025
99. Money Mules with Joan O'Dowd, CPA, CFF, CFE
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, tackles topics including FBI Investigations, Anti-Money Laundering, Family Fraud, IRS Investigations, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss Government Contractor Fraud, Money Mules, and Data Analytics with Joan O’Dowd, CPA, CFF, CFE. In...
Sept. 23, 2025
98. Anti-Money Laundering with John Cassara
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, tackles topics including FBI Investigations, Anti-Money Laundering, Family Fraud, IRS Investigations, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss Anti Money Laundering Tactics with John Cassara. In this episode, Justin and John discuss: · Th...
Sept. 9, 2025
97. Stories from FBI Financial Investigations with Chris Quick, CPA, CFF
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "From Numbers to Narratives," guest host Justin Burns, tackles topics including FBI Investigations, Anti-Money Laundering, Family Fraud, IRS Investigations, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we hear FBI Investigation stories with Chris Quick, CPA CFF. In this episode, Justin and Chris discuss: · ...
Nov. 19, 2024
96. Partnership Disputes with Natalie Lewis, CPA, CFF, CFE
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss partnership disputes with Nat...
Nov. 5, 2024
95. Data Analytics with Matt Storlie, CFE, CIDA
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss data analytics with Matt Stor...
Oct. 22, 2024
94. Economic Damages with Michelle Barton, CPA, ABV, CFF, ASA, CVA
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss economic damages with Michell...
Oct. 8, 2024
93. Business Valuation with Matt Stelzman, ASA, ABV, CVA, MAFF
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss business valuations with Matt...
Sept. 24, 2024
92. Collaborative Divorce with Ari Harper, CPA, ABV, CFE
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss collaborative divorce with Ar...
Sept. 10, 2024
91. Embezzlement and Occupational Fraud with Ben Kincaid, CPA, CFE, CFF, CVA
In this season of The Data Sleuth Podcast, titled "Conversations about Fraud," guest host Justin Burns, managing partner of Space Coast Forensics in Brevard County, Florida, tackles topics including embezzlement, collaborative divorce, economic damages, construction fraud, and more. In each episode, Justin is joined by an industry expert to help tell the story behind the numbers and explore the latest in fraud detection and prevention. In today’s episode we discuss embezzlement cases with Ben K...
May 7, 2024
90. Q&A: Forensic Accounting as a Business with Tracy Coenen
In today’s episode with Tracy Coenen, Leah and Tracy answer your questions about forensic accounting as a business! The two professionals and business owners discuss: Things they wish they’d known before starting their business Insurance! Who is the client in forensic accounting engagements Data analysis tools for start-ups In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just tha...
April 23, 2024
89. Selling Expert Services to Attorneys with Dan Ramey
Today’s episode with Dan Ramey is about how to sell to clients - specifically attorneys. In this episode, Dan and Leah discuss: Types of services that fall under forensic accounting How to sell forensic accounting service to attorneys How to avoid the sales-y feeling Considerations when starting a forensic accounting practice as a solo practitioner or within a public accounting or consulting firm In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business o...
April 9, 2024
88. Financial Considerations for Consultants with Martin Holland
In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the las...
March 26, 2024
87. Website and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) with Steven Rydin
In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the las...
March 12, 2024
86. Digital Marketing for Forensic Accountants with Tatiana Spears
In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the las...
Feb. 27, 2024
85. Marketing & Networking as a Consultant with Amanda Jo Erven, CPA, CIA, CFE, CTQA
In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the las...
Feb. 13, 2024
84. How to Start a Forensic Accounting Practice with Robert Nordlander CPA, CFE
In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the las...
Aug. 15, 2023
83. Best Evidence: Interviews in Fraud Investigations with Leah Wietholter
At the heart of all successful forensic accounting engagements or fraud investigations is the reliance and analysis of evidence. Best circumstantial evidence in a financial investigation are sources of information or data that are furthest removed from the influence of a subject. If you want to ensure that you uncover facts resulting in defensible investigative analyses in your cases, you are in the right place. In this six-part series, Leah Wietholter reviews the most common best evidence data ...
Aug. 2, 2023
82. Best Evidence: Non-Financial Evidence with Leah Wietholter
At the heart of all successful forensic accounting engagements or fraud investigations is the reliance and analysis of evidence. Best circumstantial evidence in a financial investigation are sources of information or data that are furthest removed from the influence of a subject. If you want to ensure that you uncover facts resulting in defensible investigative analyses in your cases, you are in the right place. In this six-part series, Leah Wietholter reviews the most common best evidence data ...
July 11, 2023
81. Best Evidence: Accounting Records with Leah Wietholter
At the heart of all successful forensic accounting engagements or fraud investigations is the reliance and analysis of evidence. Best circumstantial evidence in a financial investigation are sources of information or data that are furthest removed from the influence of a subject. If you want to ensure that you uncover facts resulting in defensible investigative analyses in your cases, you are in the right place. In this six-part series, Leah Wietholter reviews the most common best evidence data ...
May 30, 2023
80. Best Evidence: Payroll Reports with Leah Wietholter
At the heart of all successful forensic accounting engagements or fraud investigations is the reliance and analysis of evidence. Best circumstantial evidence in a financial investigation are sources of information or data that are furthest removed from the influence of a subject. If you want to ensure that you uncover facts resulting in defensible investigative analyses in your cases, you are in the right place. In this six-part series, Leah Wietholter reviews the most common best evidence data ...