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Everything Compliance – Pop Culture and Compliance: Succession, Ted Lasso and The Office

Welcome to the only roundtable podcast in compliance as we celebrate our second century of shows. Everything Compliance has been honored by W3 as the top podcast talk show. In this episode, we have the quartet of Jay Rosen, Jonathan Marks, Matt Kelly, and from across the pond, Jonathan Armstrong, with Tom Fox sitting in on this episode. We consider the world of pop culture as it relates to compliance by looking at Succession, Ted Lasso, and The Office, and conclude with fan-fav Shout Outs and Rants section.

1. Matt Kelly at the eternal optimism of Ted Lasso and discusses The Richmond Way. He cites a 2018 blog post, The Best Compliance on Television. He shouts out the new Spiderman movie, Spiderman Across the Spider-verse.

2. Jonathan Marks looks at Succession, focusing on the conduct of Shiv Roy. Marks shouts out to Kody Clemens for getting a walk-off hit while his father is in the stands.

3. Tom Fox also looks at Succession and divines three lessons for the compliance professional. He shouts out to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to allow a lawsuit to move forward, which alleges rock lyrics can cause emotional distress.

4. Jay Rosen explains why America needs Ted Lasso. Rosen shouts out to the month of June for having the best sports month each year.

5. Jonathan Armstrong reviews the UK version of The Office. He shouts out to all those helicopter pilots hovering outside the London courtroom where Prince Harry is giving testimony in his libel suit.

The members of Everything Compliance are:

•       Jay Rosen– Jay is Vice President, Business Development Corporate Monitoring at Affiliated Monitors. Rosen can be reached at JRosen@affiliatedmonitors.com

•       Karen Woody – One of the top academic experts on the SEC. Woody can be reached at kwoody@wlu.edu

•       Matt Kelly – Founder and CEO of Radical Compliance. Kelly can be reached at mkelly@radicalcompliance.com

•       Jonathan Armstrong –is our UK colleague, who is an experienced data privacy/data protection lawyer with Cordery in London. Armstrong can be reached at jonathan.armstrong@corderycompliance.com

•       Jonathan Marks is Partner, Firm Practice Leader – Global Forensic, Compliance & Integrity Services at Baker Tilly. Marks can be reached at jonathan.marks@bakertilly.com

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The Woody Report: Succession, The Final Season, Episode 7 – Tailgate Party

Co-hosts Tom Fox and Karen Woody are back as they delve deep into the final season of Succession. From the recurring theme of personal vs. business decisions to the amazing performance from Shiv, these two bring you it all! But that’s not all – learn valuable lessons about deal-making and cultural fit, and find out why the attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the characters is so important. And if you’re looking for a great podcast recommendation, tune in to catch their thoughts on a brand-new show – who knows, you might find your next binge-worthy obsession! Take advantage of an episode of The Woody Report, where Tom and Karen bring you all the latest in pop culture, business, and more from the final season of Succession.

Are you a fan of Succession? You have to hear the latest episode of The Woody Report! Engage with host Tom Fox and guest Karen Woody as they unpack every character’s worst behavior in “Tailgate,” one of the most gut-wrenching episodes of the show to date. They question the believability of scenes, speculate how Kendall and Roman will evolve, and praise Gerri’s performance. Please take advantage of their analysis of pivotal scenes and the surprises that come with them. They even discuss the comedic subplot involving Connor, which they find cringy but comedic. Between power struggles and shocking lines, the hosts speculate on where the show will go next. Trust us, and you won’t want to miss it!

Highlights Include: 

  • A Scorpion for you
  • You are not Logan
  • The Challenges of Non-Roy Characters
  • Critical Analysis of Tom/Shiv, Mattson/Ebba, Roman/Connor scenes
  • Two India
  • Reverse Viking

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The Woody Report: Succession, The Final Season, Episode 5 – Kill List

Co-hosts Tom Fox and Karen Woody are back as they delve deep into the final season of Succession. From the recurring theme of personal vs. business decisions to the amazing performance from Shiv, these two bring you it all! But that’s not all – learn valuable lessons about deal-making and cultural fit, and find out why the attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the characters is so important. And if you’re looking for a great podcast recommendation, tune in to catch their thoughts on a brand-new show – who knows, you might find your next binge-worthy obsession! Take advantage of the upcoming second episode of The Woody Report, where Tom and Karen bring you all the latest in pop culture, business, and more.

This week, they delve into the art of negotiation and highlight the emotional factors that can play a significant role. They also break down a masterclass in handling a potential takeover and discuss the theme of the siblings’ lack of trust in each other. The hosts praise the great dialogue and acting in a powerful scene and even relate it to their experience throwing tantrums in negotiation! They also discuss the dynamics of mergers and highlight the humor in subtle one-upmanship. Take advantage of their favorite quotes from the show, including a hilarious Scooby-Doo reference. With Tom and Karen’s infectious excitement for future episodes, The Woody Report is a must-listen for any “Succession” fan.

Highlights Include:

·      Negotiations and Emotions in Episode Analysis

·      Emotions driving actions and a planned outburst

·      Roman’s powerful soliloquy during a negotiation

·      Shiv confronts Mattson’s inappropriate behavior

·      Cultural Dynamics in a Merger and Clothing Choices

·      Analyzing Kendall and Roman’s Deal Strategy

·       Favorite lines

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The Woody Report – Succession, The Final Season, Episode 4 – Honeymoon States

Co-hosts Tom Fox and Karen Woody are back as they delve deep into the final season of Succession. From the recurring theme of personal vs. business decisions to the amazing performance from Shiv, these two bring you it all! But that’s not all – learn valuable lessons about deal-making and cultural fit, and find out why the attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the characters is so important. And if you’re looking for a great podcast recommendation, tune in to catch their thoughts on a brand-new show – who knows, you might find your next binge-worthy obsession! Take advantage of the upcoming fourth episode of The Woody Report, where Tom and Karen bring you all the latest in pop culture, business, and more.

Join hosts Karen Woody and Tom Fox as they dive into the latest “Succession” episode, exploring the various character developments and dramatic twists in this must-see show. In this episode of The Woody Report, Tom and Karen discuss Shiv’s vulnerability, Marsha’s return, and Connor’s questionable decision-making. They also debate the ethical implications of a document in the show and the potential consequences of insider trading. With insightful analysis and witty banter, this episode of The Woody Report will leave you on the edge of your seat and eager for more!

If you’re a fan of excellent productions and masterful acting, you must tune into The Woody Report as they recap episode 4.

Highlights Include:

·      Analyzing the latest episode of Succession

·      Negotiations and Dynamics -brothers turn on Shiv

·      Character development and writing analysis

·      Validity of Mysterious Logan Roy Document

·      Navigating Office Politics and Pregnancy

·      Insider trading and blackmail

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The Woody Report -Succession: The Final Season, Episode 3 – Connor’s Wedding

Co-hosts Tom Fox and Karen Woody are back as they delve deep into the final season of Succession. From the recurring theme of personal vs. business decisions to the amazing performance from Shiv, these two bring you it all! But that’s not all – learn valuable lessons about deal-making and cultural fit, and find out why the attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the characters is so important. And if you’re looking for a great podcast recommendation, tune in to catch their thoughts on a brand-new show – who knows, you might find your next binge-worthy obsession! Don’t miss the upcoming second episode of The Woody Report, where Tom and Karen bring you all the latest in pop culture, business, and more.

Karen Woody and Tom Fox are back with another incredible episode of The Woody Report, and this time they are discussing the third episode of Succession. The episode is being hailed as one of the best hours of television ever seen, and for a good reason. Karen and Tom agreed, “That was a master class, to be sure,” when discussing the exceptional acting and production of the show. The acting was spectacular, and the show highlighted the abilities of triple-A cast members. The actors who portrayed Kendall, Roman, and Shiv brought their A-games, and it showed. The method acting techniques used by the actors shone through, with each of them drawing from depths not seen before.

If you’re a fan of excellent productions and masterful acting, you must tune into The Woody Report as they recap this incredible episode 3.

Highlights Include

·      Incredible acting

·      The telephone next to the ear

·      The wedding goes through

·      Code Aggressive Behavior

·      Should the Board meeting go forward?

·      Who is in control?

·      Favorite lines

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The Woody Report: Succession: The Final Season, Episode 2 – Rehearsal

Co-hosts Tom Fox and Karen Woody are back as they delve deep into the final season of Succession. From the recurring theme of personal vs. business decisions to the amazing performance from Shiv, these two bring you it all! But that’s not all – learn valuable lessons about deal-making and cultural fit, and find out why the attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the characters is so important. And if you’re looking for a great podcast recommendation, tune in to catch their thoughts on a brand-new show – who knows, you might find your next binge-worthy obsession! Don’t miss the upcoming second episode of The Woody Report, where Tom and Karen bring you all the latest in pop culture, business, and more.

In the second episode of the final season of Succession, Karen discusses the power plays that emerged in Episode 2. The episode delves into the conflict between Logan Roy and his children as they try to gain control and influence around the sale to GoJo and the potential purchase of Pearce. The theme of power dynamics is evident in the helicopter scene when Logan cancels the helicopter ride because he is still upset about the Pierce acquisition. This push and pull between Logan and the children constitute the show’s foundation. The final scene in the karaoke bar is one of the most memorable to date.

Highlights Include

·      Family power dynamics and nepotism in media

·      The Rehearsal Dinner in Succession

·      The complex motives for negotiating a higher sale price

·      Code Aggressive Behavior

·      Kendall’s motivation and Logan’s emotional connection

·      Favorite lines

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The Woody Report: Succession, The Final Season, Episode 1-Munsters

Co-hosts Tom Fox and Karen Woody are back as they delve deep into the first episode of the final season of Succession. From the recurring theme of personal vs business decisions to the amazing performance from Shiv, these two bring you it all! But that’s not all – learn valuable lessons about deal-making and cultural fit, and find out why the attention to detail in the clothing and accessories of the characters is so important. And if you’re looking for a great podcast recommendation, tune in to catch their thoughts on a brand-new show – who knows, you might just find your next binge-worthy obsession! Don’t miss the upcoming second episode of The Woody Report, where Tom and Karen bring you all the latest in pop culture, business, and more.

In the first episode of the final season of Succession, the theme of legacy media versus new media is explored. Karen Woody and Tom Fox discuss the tension between the two in the show, with the children of the wealthy Roy family attempting to launch their own media company “The 100”. However, they end up pivoting back to old media by buying out their competitor, Pearce. Karen Woody sums up this theme well when she says, “you see a lot in the beginning of this episode… between new, fresh, young medias… and then it’s back to legacy media”.

Another theme that is explored in the first episode of Succession’s final season is the idea that “everything personal is business, and everything business is personal”. Karen and Tom discuss this ongoing theme in the show, which is evident in the complex relationships between the members of the Roy family, and the blurred lines between their personal and professional lives.

One notable example of this dynamic is the relationship between Tom and Shiv. In a “spectacular scene” in the episode, their personal issues come to the surface during a business meeting, and they struggle to keep the conversation focused solely on business. This highlights the difficult balancing act that the characters must maintain between their personal lives and their business obligations.

As Karen notes, this theme is present throughout the entire series, and continues to shape the dynamic between the characters in the final season. Tune in to the podcast episode to gain further insights on this complex and intriguing theme, and to stay updated on the latest developments in the world of Succession.

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