Hosts Brian Escobar and Walter William Duncan II conduct a podcast that delves into payroll innovations, such as the TimeTrack Go system for increasing HR efficiency. The episode touches on recent news, including Hurricane Helene and the postponement of a port strike to January 2025, while encouraging voter participation. It features a 'true payroll crimes' segment, discussing cases of payroll fraud involving substantial embezzlement. The script explores ethical dilemmas faced by employees who commit financial crimes, referencing studies from the Harvard Business Review and real cases like wage theft at Wendy's and Linda Johnson's payroll fraud. Practical advice on preventing payroll fraud through audits, automated systems, and rigorous validation processes is also provided, emphasizing the importance of transparency and robust payroll oversight.


00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:23 Upcoming Webinar Announcement

01:18 Casual Conversation and Catching Up

03:17 Current Events and Updates

06:39 True Payroll Crimes: New Orleans Case

16:17 True Payroll Crimes: Wendy's Ghost Employee

20:45 Financial Struggles and Justifications

21:49 John Q: A Moral Dilemma

23:10 Consequences of Fraudulent Actions

23:58 Professional Reputation and Integrity

27:13 Strengthening Payroll Oversight

28:53 The Importance of Audits and Controls

30:14 Leveraging Technology for Payroll Security

34:44 Case Study: Payroll Fraud Detection

38:14 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

42:24 Closing Remarks and Community Engagement



Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Powered by the WRKdefined Podcast Network.