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
  • Compliance Lessons from ‘The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane’

    Compliance Lessons from ‘The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane’
    Jan 27 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 a story more from the Natural World, The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane. In this episode, Tom dives into ‘The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane,’ a lesser-known Holmes tale set in Holmes’ retirement on Sussex Beach. The story includes a mysterious and agonizing death of a science master, initially suspected to be a murder but revealed to be caused by a lion’s mane jellyfish. This episode draws crucial compliance lessons from the narrative, such as the importance of root cause analysis, adaptability in new roles, vigilance on external risks, methodical investigations, and effective communication. We show how Sherlockian deduction parallels the skills needed for compliance professionals to address unseen threats, adapt to dynamic environments, and ensure meticulous documentation. Tom encourages compliance officers to emulate Holmes’ analytical rigor to build robust programs tackling unexpected challenges. Highlights include: Unraveling the Mystery Compliance Lessons from The Adventure of the Lion’s Mane Holmes’ Investigative Techniques Understanding External Risks Effective Investigation Strategies The Importance of Communication 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 - Business Ethics Lessons in ‘The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier

    The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes - Business Ethics Lessons in ‘The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier
    Jan 13 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. In this episode, we consider another lesser-known of all the Holmes stories, The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier. As part of ‘The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes,’ this episode examines business ethics and the ethical leadership of a corporate compliance function. The story offers a unique, Holmes-centric narrative that provides compelling lessons for compliance professionals and business leaders. This story, told from Holmes’ perspective, delves into themes of trust, transparency, and the consequences of concealing the truth—principles central to ethical business practices. The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier reminds us that secrecy, fear, and miscommunication often compound ethical dilemmas. For compliance professionals, the story serves as a case study of the importance of transparency, compassion, and thorough investigation. By applying these lessons, businesses can build a culture of trust and accountability that stands the test of scrutiny—whether from Holmes or the Department of Justice. Highlights include: Introduction to The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier Transparency in Compliance Institutional Justice and Institutional Fairness A Second Set of Eyes Rebuilding Trust 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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    16 mins
  • The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes-Culture Lessons in ‘The Adventure of the Three Garridebs’

    The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes-Culture Lessons in ‘The Adventure of the Three Garridebs’
    Jan 6 2025
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox takes a deep dive into the Sherlock Holmes collection The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle. It is the final set of twelve Sherlock Holmes short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in the Strand Magazine between October 1921 and April 1927. In this episode, we consider perhaps my least favorite work of all the Holmes stories, The Adventure of the 3 Garridebs. In this story, we explore the adventure of the Three Garridebs to highlight the significance of critical ethical decision-making, transparency, and vigilance in building a resilient corporate culture. Holmes’ ability to cut through deception is a powerful example, emphasizing these principles’ vital role in maintaining integrity and trust within an organization. Listeners will learn how these cornerstones can be applied to foster a robust and compliant corporate environment. Highlights include: The Three Garridebs Ethical lessons from the story How Sherlock Holmes instructs corporate culture 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. Check out the entire 3-book series, The Compliance Kids, on Amazon.com. For an audio/video version of the Compliance Kids book, Speaking Up is AWESOME, contact Tom Fox. 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 - Compliance Lessons from The Adventure of the Three Gables

    The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes - Compliance Lessons from The Adventure of the Three Gables
    Jan 6 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 one of the lesser-known of all the Holmes stories, The Adventure of the Three Gables. In this episode, we investigate the Sherlock Holmes short story ‘The Three Gables’ to uncover crucial compliance lessons. As part of ‘The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes,’ this episode examines ethical leadership, transparency, third-party risk management, whistleblower protections, reputation management, and root cause analysis through the lens of this lesser-known tale. The story of crime and manipulation serves as a reminder of the importance of integrity and accountability in business ethics. Check out the parallels between Sherlock Holmes’ investigative techniques and modern compliance practices and learn how these timeless lessons can strengthen organizational culture and mitigate risks. Highlights include: Introduction to The Three Gables Unpacking Compliance Lessons Ethical Leadership and Transparency Third-Party Risk Management Whistleblower Protections and Reputation Management Root Cause Analysis and Final Thoughts 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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    17 mins
  • The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes – Compliance Leadership Lessons in ‘The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire’

    The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes – Compliance Leadership Lessons in ‘The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire’
    Nov 18 2024
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox delves into the Sherlock Holmes collection The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle. It is the final set of twelve Sherlock Holmes short stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in the Strand Magazine between October 1921 and April 1927. This episode considers the short story, The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire. In this story, Sherlock Holmes investigates a case involving a master jewel thief and Holmes’s investigative techniques. This story provides several valuable leadership lessons for the 21st-century compliance professional. Tom examines Conan Doyle’s short story through the lens of business ethics and corporate compliance. The tale, which initially suggests a supernatural element, is revealed to be a case of jealousy and attempted murder using poison darts. Fox draws several compliance lessons from Holmes’ approach: avoiding hasty conclusions, valuing investigation integrity, adopting holistic views, and maintaining clarity in communication. This episode is packed with insights for compliance professionals navigating complex ethical landscapes. Highlights include: The Sussex Vampire Story Unfolds Business Leadership Lessons from the Sussex Vampire Enhancing Compliance Leadership. 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. Check out the full 3-book series, The Compliance Kids, on Amazon.com. For an audio/video version of the Compliance Kids book, Speaking Up is AWESOME, contact Tom Fox. Connect with Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins