Welcome to The Woody Report, where Washington & Lee School of Law Associate Professor Karen Woody and host Tom Fox discuss issues on white collar crime, compliance issues, international corruption, securities and accounting fraud, and internal corporate…
Today, let’s boldly delve into “The Alternative Factor,” a peculiar episode from the original Star Trek series (TOS), to extract valuable lessons on pattern recognition and compliance. This often-overlooked episode…
We continue our exploration of the recently released COSO Corporate Governance Framework (the Framework) as a Public Exposure Draft. Today, we begin a deep dive into the six individual components…
Star Trek’s “Errand of Mercy” has long captivated viewers with its profound examination of conflict, diplomacy, and the limitations of perception. While it might not seem immediately apparent, this episode…
The compliance profession has long relied on the COSO frameworks for a solid foundation in internal controls and enterprise risk management. Now, in a move that promises to unify governance…
Show Summary Star Trek has always served as a powerful lens through which to view not just the potential future of humanity but the contemporary complexities we face today. The…
Show Summary Star Trek has consistently excelled at blending imaginative storytelling with deeply reflective, ethical, and compliance lessons. In the episode “This Side of Paradise,” Captain Kirk and the crew…
In recent weeks, the spotlight has again intensified on The Boeing Company, following a provocative motion filed by families of victims from the tragic 737 Max crashes. They have petitioned…
In recent weeks, the spotlight has again intensified on The Boeing Company, following a provocative motion filed by families of victims from the tragic 737 Max crashes. They have petitioned…
Show Summary Star Trek’s original series has long been a treasure trove of timeless lessons for leaders, ethicists, and compliance professionals. The episode “A Taste of Armageddon” offers a gripping narrative…
One of my great pleasures is exploring the fascinating intersection of classic literature and corporate compliance. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes stories, with their rich narrative and keen insights…
