Behind Enemy Lines
Behind Enemy Lines
Podcast Description
Behind Enemy Lines: Conversations with Fraud Fighters is a “for the people, by the people” type interview series where knowledgeable experts share insights from the front lines of stopping financial crime. Each episode features in-depth discussions with fraud fighters sharing advanced strategies, techniques, and trends for staying ahead of increasingly sophisticated threats. If you want to dive deep into what it takes to win the modern war on fraud, this show is for you.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on financial crime prevention, with specific topics such as romance scams, account takeovers, and phishing, exemplified by episodes exploring Becky Holmes' insights into romance fraud victimization and John Fick's strategies against account infiltration tactics, while also discussing the evolving nature of fraud facilitated by technology.
Behind Enemy Lines: Conversations with Fraud Fighters is a “for the people, by the people” type interview series where knowledgeable experts share insights from the front lines of stopping financial crime. Each episode features in-depth discussions with fraud fighters sharing advanced strategies, techniques, and trends for staying ahead of increasingly sophisticated threats. If you want to dive deep into what it takes to win the modern war on fraud, this show is for you.
In this episode of Behind Enemy Lines: Conversations with Fraud Fighters, host Michael Lefleur sits down with Dr Nicola Harding, Criminologist and Founder of The Financial Crime Lab. They explore the real-world impact of scams and fraud, with a sharp focus on how human behavior shapes both the crime and the response.
Nicola explains why understanding the mindset of victims matters just as much as tracking the tactics of fraudsters. She shares stories from the front lines, showing how shame and fear can stop people from seeking help. Nicola argues for a new approach that treats victims with empathy, not suspicion. She also breaks down how scammers exploit trust and routine, making even the most careful people vulnerable.
Together, Michael and Nicola discuss how banks and financial institutions can improve prevention without losing the human touch. Their conversation offers practical steps for shifting blame away from victims and building defenses that reflect how people actually live and bank.
Guest-at-a-glance
💡 Name: Dr Nicola Harding
💡 What they do: Criminologist and Founder
💡 Company: The Financial Crime Lab
💡 Noteworthy: Known for research on fraud victim experiences and practical advice to help banks support people targeted by financial crime.
💡 Where to find her: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nic/
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