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Sunday Book Review

Sunday Book Review: January 11, 2026, The Classic Crime Novel Homage Edition

In the Sunday Book Review, Tom Fox considers books that would interest compliance professionals, business executives, or anyone curious. It could be books about business, compliance, history, leadership, current events, or anything else that might interest Tom.  In this episode, we look at 4 recent books on the Golden Age of British Crime fiction.

  1. The Murder Game by John Curran
  2. V is for Venom by Kathryn Harkup
  3. Not to be Taken by Anthony Berkeley 
  4. The Golden Age of Murder by Martin Edwards

Resources:

Murder, they wrote by Nicola Upson in the Times Literary Supplement

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31 Days to More Effective Compliance Programs

31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program: Day 11 – Moving Compliance Down into an Organization

Welcome to 31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program. Over this 31-day series in January 2026, Tom Fox will post a key component of a best-practice compliance program each day. By the end of January, you will have enough information to create, design, or enhance a compliance program. Each podcast will be short, at 6-8 minutes, with three key takeaways that you can implement at little or no cost to help update your compliance program. I hope you will join each day in January for this exploration of best practices in compliance. In this episode, Day 11, we discuss the importance of embedding a culture of compliance throughout all levels of an organization.

Key highlights:

  • Embedding Compliance Culture
  • Role of Middle Management
  • Tone at the Bottom

Resources:

Listeners to this podcast can receive a 20% discount on The Compliance Handbook, 6th edition, by clicking here.

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PodFest Expo 2026 Speaker Series Preview

Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Corinne Gearhart on Going into the Uber-Niches for Uber Riches

In this episode of the Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Corinne Gearhart, whose podcast is The Doodle Pro Podcast. They discuss her presentation at Podfest Expo 2026 titled “Podcasting in a Pet-Crazy World.” Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Her role in podcasting.
  • Her presentation at PodFest Expo.
  • What she hopes to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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PodFest Expo 2026 Speaker Series Preview

Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Rick and Clancy Denton on Using Your Pod to Become an Author

In this episode of the Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Rick and Clancy Denton, whose podcast is The Loud Quiet – Empty Nest Living. They discuss their panel at Podfest Expo 2026 on authors and using your podcast as the basis for a book. Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Their role in podcasting.
  • Their presentation at PodFest Expo.
  • What they both hope to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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31 Days to More Effective Compliance Programs

31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program: Day 10 – Leadership’s Role in Shaping Corporate Culture and Compliance

Welcome to 31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program. Over this 31-day series in January 2026, Tom Fox will post a key component of a best-practice compliance program each day. By the end of January, you will have enough information to create, design, or enhance a compliance program. Each podcast will be short, at 6-8 minutes, with three key takeaways that you can implement at little or no cost to help update your compliance program. I hope you will join each day in January for this exploration of best practices in compliance. In today’s episode, Day 10, we dive into the critical role of senior management in fostering a strong corporate culture of compliance.

Key highlights:

  • The Importance of Corporate Culture
  • DOJ’s Expectations for Senior Management
  • Five Factors for Effective Leadership

Resources:

Listeners to this podcast can receive a 20% discount on The Compliance Handbook, 6th edition, by clicking here.

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PodFest Expo 2026 Speaker Series Preview

Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Dr. Yolanda Nollie on Building High Revenue Podcasts

In this episode of the Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Dr. Yolanda Nollie, who studies and writes on podcasting from an academic perspective and is the host & producer of the Radio & TV Entertainment AM/FM Podcast Show. They discuss her presentation at Podfest Expo 2026 titled “Building High-Revenue Podcasts.” Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Dr. Nollie’s role in the world of podcasting.
  • Her presentations at PodFest Expo.
  • What she hopes to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Sean Douglas on Getting Podcasters to Lead

In this episode of the Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Sean Douglas, a podcast growth specialist and host of the From No Worth To Self-Worth Podcast, and discusses his presentation at Podfest Expo 2026 on Creating A Category of 1. Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Sean’s role in the world of podcasting.
  • His presentations at PodFest Expo.
  • What he hopes to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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31 Days to More Effective Compliance Programs

31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program: Day 9 – Continuous Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Welcome to 31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program. Over this 31-day series in January 2026, Tom Fox will post a key component of a best-practice compliance program each day. By the end of January, you will have enough information to create, design, or enhance a compliance program. Each podcast will be short, at 6-8 minutes, with three key takeaways that you can implement at little or no cost to help update your compliance program. I hope you will join each day in January for this exploration of best practices in compliance. Today, Day 9, we discuss continuous monitoring and continuous improvement.

Key highlights:

  • Understanding Changes in Company Risks
  • Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
  • External Information Sources for Compliance

Resources:

Listeners to this podcast can receive a 20% discount on The Compliance Handbook, 6th edition, by clicking here.

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Daily Compliance News

Daily Compliance News: January 9, 2026, The Tell Me If You’ve Seen This Movie Before Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest for the compliance professional.

Top stories include:

  • Trump says the US could stay in Venezuela ‘for years.’ (NYT)
  • Cambodian scam tycoon extradited to China. (WSJ)
  • A Kazakh oligarch paid Prince Andrew millions. (BBC)
  • How a botched Bulgarian corruption investigation brought chaos to EPPO. (Follow The Money)
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AI Today in 5 Innovation in Compliance

AI Today in 5: January 9, 2026, The Losing Control Over PII Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest addition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, Tom Fox will bring you 5 stories about AI to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the AI Today In 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest about AI.

Top AI stories include:

  1. AI carries specific risks for financial advice. (Investment News)
  2. Will EU AI push reduce control over PII? (CX Today)
  3. AI reg priorities for compliance in 2026. (FinTechGlobal)
  4. How native platforms are reshaping financial crime compliance. (FinTechGlobal)
  5. Crypto banking and AI. (Onesafe)

For more information on the use of AI in Compliance programs, my new book, Upping Your Game, is available. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amazon.com.