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The Laundromat with Dawn Pretorius

The Laundromat with Dawn Pretorius

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 AML on the move. Money laundering is more prolific than ever. Legislation and AML initiatives continue to respond. But does it make a difference? The Laundromat is an unfiltered deep dive into the shadowy world of money laundering and its far-reaching consequences. From billion-dollar scandals in global banking to cybercriminal networks exploiting digital loopholes, we expose the intricate methods criminals use to clean dirty money. Each episode unpacks real-life cases—some shocking, some audacious—that reveal the hidden connections between financial crime, corruption, and economic instability. But it’s not just about the criminals; we also examine the regulators, the laws, and the ongoing battle to stay ahead of ever-evolving laundering techniques. This podcast is a must-listen for forensic accountants, AML specialists, cybercrime investigators, and anyone curious about the dark side of global finance. We bring in experts to discuss the red flags, failures in AML enforcement, and how AI and blockchain forensics are changing the game. Why does money laundering persist despite intense scrutiny? What are the biggest risks ahead? And most importantly, how does this impact ordinary people? Join us as we pull back the curtain on a world where trillions move in the shadows—because understanding financial crime is the first step to fighting it.Solid Gold Podcasts and Audiobooks Economics Social Sciences
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  • Grey list, global scams, and AML realities | Bela Carvalho-Olivier

    Grey list, global scams, and AML realities | Bela Carvalho-Olivier
    Oct 3 2025
    A candid, insider view of AML’s wins, failures and future.

    ✅ South Africa’s greylisting journey — are we really out of the woods?
    ✅ The rise of scams as a global, multi-billion-dollar industry.
    ✅ The real challenges faced by AML professionals on the ground.
    ✅ Whether SMEs and non-financial businesses can realistically keep up with compliance.
    ✅ Public perceptions of AML — does it matter to ordinary people?
    ✅ And if Bela were in charge of the FIC or FATF, what would she change? Connect with Dawn on LinkedIn · The Shepherds of Inequality · Beyond Play
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    32 mins
  • Hawala: The Invisible Artery of Illicit Finance

    Hawala: The Invisible Artery of Illicit Finance
    Oct 1 2025
    Hawala is more than a remittance tool - it's a silent counter-economy.

    Rooted in ancient trust-based systems, the hawala system allows funds to travel across borders without ever entering the formal financial system.

    For financial criminals, hawala is an off-the-books express lane. For AML professionals, it's the ultimate blind spot. But for foreigners sending money home, it's cheap, fast, and trustworthy. Connect with Dawn on LinkedIn · The Shepherds of Inequality · Beyond Play
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    13 mins
  • The Shame of Shell Companies

    The Shame of Shell Companies
    Aug 13 2025
    The empty vessels that are moving billions of dollars supporting criminals.

    In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s both mysterious and infuriating:
    the use of shell companies, which involves secret wealth, global corruption, and the reason why your country might be losing billions in tax revenue every year.

    The real shock is that the world’s richest economies are quietly the world’s biggest enablers. It’s not just small islands — it’s the big players that set the rules and then exploit them

    Enter the fray and take up the fight. Connect with Dawn on LinkedIn · The Shepherds of Inequality · Beyond Play
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    12 mins
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