Adventures in Compliance

By: Thomas Fox
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  • Do you love the world's greatest consulting detective? If you do and you practice compliance, this is the podcast for you. In this periodic podcast series, Tom Fox, the Compliance Evangelist and the Voice of Compliance, explores the intersection of Sherlock Holmes and compliance. He uses the Holmes oeuvre to discuss key points of any best practices compliance program, business ethics and corporate culture. So sit back, listen in as the game is afoot.
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Episodes
  • Compliance Lessons from The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place

    Compliance Lessons from The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place
    Feb 24 2025
    In this episode of the award-winning podcast ‘Adventures in Compliance,’ host Tom Fox dives into the compliance lessons from the Sherlock Holmes story ‘The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place.’ This story, the final Sherlock Holmes short story collection, ‘The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes’ by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, provides rich insights into business ethics, investigative strategies, and leadership. The plot revolves around the suspicious activities at Shoscombe Old Place, a racing stable where Sir Robert Norberton engages in a series of questionable actions to save himself from financial ruin. Key compliance takeaways include the importance of due diligence, awareness of hidden vulnerabilities, and balancing trust with verification. Tom Fox translates these elements into contemporary corporate compliance lessons, urging listeners to maintain vigilance and skepticism, conduct thorough audits, and foster a culture of ethical behavior and proactive remediation. Key highlights: Compliance Lessons from The Adventure of Shoscombe Old Place Holmes’ Investigation Unfolds Unveiling the Truth Resources: The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes Connect with Tom Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • Institutional Justice and Institutional Fairness Lessons from The Adventure of the Veiled Lodger

    Institutional Justice and Institutional Fairness Lessons from The Adventure of the Veiled Lodger
    Feb 17 2025
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox takes a deep dive into Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes collection, The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes. It is the final set of twelve Sherlock Holmes short stories, first published in the Strand Magazine between October 1921 and April 1927. In this episode, we consider the story The Adventure of the Veiled Lodger. Tom emphasizes the importance of fairness and transparency in compliance investigations, accountability without retaliation, encouraging whistleblowers, and addressing systemic failures. The episode also highlights how ethics and compliance must be ingrained in corporate culture, reflecting principles from the Department of Justice’s 2020 and 2024 updates to the Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs. Through Holmes’ empathetic approach, compliance professionals can learn the importance of contextual investigations and the pursuit of institutional justice. Fox invites Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts to engage in discussions about the stories and underscores the role of compliance in fostering a fair and ethical workplace. Highlights Include The Story of the Veiled Lodger Lessons on Institutional Justice and Fairness Lessons for CCOs Resources: The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson For more information on the Ethico Toolkit for Middle Managers, available at no charge, click here. Connect with Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes: Leadership Lessons from ‘The Adventure of the Retired Colourman’

    The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes: Leadership Lessons from ‘The Adventure of the Retired Colourman’
    Feb 10 2025
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox delves into Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes collection, The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes. It is the final set of twelve Sherlock Holmes short stories, first published in the Strand Magazine between October 1921 and April 1927. This episode considers the story The Adventure of the Retired Colourman. Tom uses this story to delve into critical business ethics topics, such as due diligence, ethical leadership, delegation, adaptability, and risk management. He highlights how Holmes’ methodical approach to uncovering deception can guide modern executives in navigating the complexities of corporate compliance. Listeners will gain insights into the importance of thorough investigation, transparency, effective delegation, and continuous adaptability in their leadership roles. Highlights include: Summary of ‘The Adventure of the Retired Colourman’ Business Ethics Lessons from Sherlock Holmes Understand risk and its mitigation Resources: The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson For more information on the Ethico Toolkit for Middle Managers, available at no charge, click here. Connect with Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins

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