Best AP & Company Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 296: 2 Company Branded Vendor Forms You Need Part 2: The Vendor Banking Form 26:04

9d ago26:04

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There are two vendor forms that are critical to avoid fraud, fines and bad vendor data. Each will have its own episode explaining why it is critical and what data to collect on the form and why. The second form is the Vendor Banking Form. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication tech…

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Episode 299: Best Practices When Your Vendor Has Factored Their Payments to a 3rd Party 10:29

2h ago10:29

10:29

So your vendor notifies you that they have entered into a factoring relationship with a 3rd party and now you have to remit your vendor’s payments to them. Now what? Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payme…

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Health Insurance: 7 Tips to Beat the Insurance Company and Get Your Family's Bills Covered

4h ago

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Have you ever felt like navigating insurance claims for your child with disabilities is a full-time job? As a parent or caregiver of a child with disabilities, you’re likely dealing with an overwhelming number of medical appointments and insurance claims. This episode addresses how you can simplify this process and ensure you get the coverage you d…

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Season 2, Episode 2: Container Shipping and the Green Agenda with Vespucci Maritime’s Lars Jensen 32:03

39m ago32:03

32:03

The container shipping industry faces unique challenges in transitioning to greener practices. External factors have driven a period of rapid growth and profit since the late 20th century. However, major disruptions such as the 2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Red Sea Crisis have significantly impacted the industry. Amid t…

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Episode 298: Validate Your Vendor’s US Bank Account Details to Avoid Fraud and Returned Payments - In 5 Steps 32:21

2h ago32:21

32:21

Do you need strong methods for verifying vendor banking details to avoid fraud and returned payments? Spot warning signs, set up validation procedures and learn how automation is the key to reducing risks and issues in manual vendor banking validations. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing auth…

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Special Education: 25 Power Moves to Make Your Child Seen and Known at School - Part 2 of 2 20:31

2h ago20:31

20:31

Are you ready to navigate the complex world of special education and become the best advocate for your child? This episode (part 2 of 2) dives into the challenges and triumphs of special education, offering insights that directly address the struggles many parents face today. If you’re seeking ways to better support your child’s educational journey…

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Episode 11 - Party of One (ft. Jeff Stormer) 1:03:21

1h ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Check out this episode's guest! Check out Winter Wayfarer's new single, "Marshal, You Have No Friends" here! Welcome to College of Whispers, the Actual Play Book Club! Follow our show on Twitter, Bluesky, and Instagram! Our show is part of Bard Rock Network, which is brought to you by Dragon Master Games and viewers like you via Patreon and Ko-Fi. …

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Episode 297: 7 Quick Facts About Instant Payments Through the FedNow® Service 19:01

2d ago19:01

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Instant Payments are here and the FedNow® Service is now available with this new payment rail. Hear 5 quick facts I learned when I recently attended a meeting where this service was the presentation topic. I was surprised. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal…

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Special Education: 25 Power Moves to Make Your Child Seen and Known at School - Part 1 of 2 21:52

9d ago21:52

21:52

Are you ready to navigate the complex world of special education and become the best advocate for your child? This episode dives into the challenges and triumphs of special education, offering insights that directly address the struggles many parents face today. If you’re seeking ways to better support your child’s educational journey and ensure th…

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Season 2, Episode 1: Efficiency and The Green Transition with the UCL Energy Institute’s Tristan Smith 31:30

6d ago31:30

31:30

To comply with increasingly stringent regulations, the shipping industry must evolve in two ways: by transitioning to greener energy sources and continually optimising for efficiency. Bold change is needed to reach the IMO’s 2030 and 2040 targets - should we be optimistic that the industry is ready to meet them? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chie…

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#494: Surfer Girl 9:46

10d ago9:46

9:46

I have watched you on the shore, standing by the ocean's roar. Do you love me? Do you, surfer girl? Shout-out to Special Surfers, a non-profit organization sharing the empowering experience of surfing with children and adults with special needs of all diagnoses. specialsurfer.orgBy Bo Bigelow

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Episode 295: 2 Company Branded Vendor Forms You Need Part 1: The Vendor Setup Form – With a Twist 27:32

16d ago27:32

27:32

There are two vendor forms that are critical to avoid fraud, fines and bad vendor data. Each will have its own episode explaining why it is critical and what data to collect on the form and why. The first form is the Vendor Setup Form – with a twist. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authent…

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Special Episode - Corporate Voices: Political Strategies for Climate Success 50:14

17d ago50:14

50:14

In this special episode of Navigating Zero, host Lora Jakobsen takes us to Folkemødet on the beautiful island of Bornholm, Denmark. This unique annual political festival aims to bridge the gap between citizens and decision-makers. Lora engages in compelling conversations with top business leaders and industry experts about their strategies and chal…

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#493: The Eyes Have It 7:39

30d ago7:39

7:39

One day, in a nondescript office building in Portland, three adults give something to Tess. And she comes alive.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 294: Now That GenAI Solved Poor Grammar - 4 Other Signs Your Bank Change Email Is Fraudulent 20:37

1M ago20:37

20:37

Remember the days where it was easier to spot an email from a fraudster because it had poor grammar? Well, fraudsters have access to generative artificial intelligence (just like we do) and now that fraudulent email may be grammatically correct as a college application essay. But there are still red flags you can look for….and controls you can put …

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#492: Community 7:59

25d ago7:59

7:59

Taking some time this week to reflect on community. The one we've built and continue to build, and what it means for Tess and our family.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 293: In 5 Steps: A Security Audit to Protect Vendor Data and Avoid Fraud 33:10

1M ago33:10

33:10

When was the last time you reviewed your security roles and what access is included? Reduce the potential for fraud by restricting who has access to your vendor data. Why? Because the less non-vendor team members that have access to sensitive data, the less potential for them to be social engineered into giving it away - resulting in fraud. Discove…

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#491: Three Little Letters 10:08

1M ago10:08

10:08

If you have a kid with disabilities, your life is full of stuff you'd perhaps rather not do. Go to a million appointments, wind up in hospitals, deal with paperwork. But there are three letters that create more dread than nearly everything else.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 292: If You Are Afraid Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Take Your Job – Make It Your Job By Tackling These 12:02

1M ago12:02

12:02

If you are worried that artificial intelligence will take your job that’s a sign that you need to take control and flip that around. Use Artificial Intelligence tools to keep your job! Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to preve…

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Radical Inclusivity 23:54

1M ago23:54

23:54

Explore the importance of honoring marginalized perspectives, challenging implicit biases, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Learn how engaging with diverse political views and listening to differing opinions can lead to more robust solutions and a deeper understanding. Discover actionable steps to overcome biases, promote diversity in …

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#490: Crunch 2:21

2M ago2:21

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I'm in the bleachers at a field. I watch two opposing lacrosse players collide with a massive crunch that's audible from the stands. Many parents gasp. I don't. I just watch in dismay and disbelief.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 291: 4 Vendor Setup & Maintenance Tasks That Can Make the Unclaimed Property Process Easier 24:35

1M ago24:35

24:35

Unclaimed property for Accounts Payable can be a tedious, manual process from identifying what is unclaimed property to sending letters to vendors to avoid the complicated process of transferring that property to the applicable states. In between those steps, there are four vendor setup and maintenance tasks that might make the process easier. Keep…

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#489: Becoming an APS - Two Rare-Disease Tools I Can't Live Without 11:25

2M ago11:25

11:25

If you're trying to cure a rare disease, there are two tools that you can't live without.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 290: One Step You Are Probably Not Doing with the Confirmation Phone Call – But Here are Reasons it Why It Might Not Work For You 16:32

2M ago16:32

16:32

I recently spoke at an in-person conference and while there I attended a session where an accounts payable practitioner revealed what they are doing when making the confirmation call that surprised other attendees – me included. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, in…

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#488: The Cloak of Ban D'aid

2M ago

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It's a common problem in our house. A certain young lady who gets cuts from time to time. And who hates Band-Aids more than anything.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 289: ChatGPT-4o Is Here and Triggers These Reminders to Avoid Exposing Vendor Data That Can Lead to Fraud 23:40

2M ago23:40

23:40

I now have access to the newest ChatGPT / GPT-4o, the “Omnimodel”. The capabilities of this new model triggers reminders to the vendor team to not expose vendor data that can lead to fraud while using this technology. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal cont…

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#487: Nate the Ultra-Fantastic 6:55

2M ago6:55

6:55

I want to tell you a story this week of someone who grew up here in Maine. I've gotten to know him over the past few months, and he recently raised his hand, boldly stepped forward, and made a massive difference for Tess and our foundation.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 288: New Nacha Rule Could Help To Avoid Payment Fraud. Here is What to Look For 18:38

2M ago18:38

18:38

You may be getting some help from banks finally on avoiding fraudulent payments. Hear what new Nacha rule is behind it, when it will go into effect, and what to look for, so….. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraud…

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#486: Trampopoline 7:18

3M ago7:18

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To quote Princess Leia, the more you tighten your grip, the more star systems will slip through your fingers.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 287: Replay! Bank Failures, Mergers and Acquisitions – What the Vendor Team Must Do 27:03

3M ago27:03

27:03

Remember when Signature Bank and Silicon Valley Bank failed in March of 2023? Those were the first bank failures since October of 2020 and news was everywhere. Well, there have been 4 more bank failures since then with the latest one in April of 2024. What should the vendor team do? Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if y…

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#485: Costa Rica - Part 2 7:56

3M ago7:56

7:56

More stories from near the equator. Part 2 of 2 about our recent trip with Tess to Costa Rica.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 10 - Dice Company (feat. Tom and Dave) 54:37

3M ago54:37

54:37

Check out Dice Company! Welcome to College of Whispers, the Actual Play Book Club! Follow our show on Twitter, Bluesky, and Instagram! Our show is part of Bard Rock Network, which is brought to you by Dragon Master Games and viewers like you via Patreon and Ko-Fi. Love what you're hearing? Join our network's Discord community! Bard Rock Network is …

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Episode 286: I Experimented With Voice Cloning, Here is What it Sounded Like 14:09

3M ago14:09

14:09

I experimented with generative artificial intelligence or generative AI – voice cloning for an upcoming webinar on avoiding payment fraud from deepfakes. Wasn’t expecting this…. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent frau…

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#484: Costa Rica - Part 1 14:07

3M ago14:07

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It's time. It's time to take Tess out of the United States and into another country. A huge thank you to Luis and Robert from The Springs Resort in Arenal.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 285: 4 Ways to Secure Your Vendor Remittance Address From Unauthorized Changes 13:43

3M ago13:43

13:43

You may worry about vendor banking information and preventing fraudulent electronic payments – however, both internal and external fraudsters are after your checks. If you want to make sure you are protecting remittance addresses for your checks…. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentica…

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#483: I Can Do It, I Know How 4:44

3M ago4:44

4:44

We have a saying in our house. We talk about "the age of independence". And yes, there are some eyerolls from our kids, but we push them to do stuff for themselves.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 284: Free and Paid Resources to Validate Vendor Banking Details - Updated for 2024 27:43

3M ago27:43

27:43

Validating Vendor Banking information is critical to 1) make sure payments are successful; and 2) to validate you are paying your actual vendor and not a cybercriminal. There have been some changes in resources for 2024, so if you want to hear the updated resources…… Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help imp…

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#482: Eclipse 8:51

4M ago8:51

8:51

A rare event. A solar eclipse in the United States. Where was Tess on that day, and what was she doing?By Bo Bigelow

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Experimenting with Collective Agreements with Jane Mulkewich 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

Explore the nexus of leadership and legal frameworks in this insightful podcast episode. Explore shared leadership, workplace dynamics, and unions' pivotal role in advocating for workers' rights. Gain actionable strategies for fostering inclusive cultures, navigating legal complexities, and driving organizational excellence. Tune in for essential i…

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Episode 283: 8 Most Common Behavioral Warning Signs of Internal Fraud According to the ACFE 16:02

3M ago16:02

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Most internal fraudsters display at least one of eight (8) red flags that fraud is occurring. Do you know what to look for? Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. …

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#481: A Massive Piece of the Quest for a Cure 9:51

4M ago9:51

9:51

You're busy. Sometimes you think about how busy you were a year ago and think wistfully--man, that wasn't busy at all compared to now! But in spite of this busyness, there's something that's required from all Hao-Fountain patients. If you need to donate to our biorepository because you haven't yet, email me here: bo [dot] bigelow [at] gmail.com. Bu…

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Episode 10. Ship Building and Policy Changes with SEA Europe’s Christophe Tytgat 31:18

4M ago31:18

31:18

Shipbuilding is subject to the geo-political contexts, trends, and regulations that influence the wider maritime industry. The conflict in Ukraine, competition from Asia, digitalisation, and the maritime talent gap are all affecting how shipbuilders operate. Despite these challenges, ship manufacturers have a practical opportunity to lead the way i…

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Episode 282: What if the IRS TIN Match is Unsuccessful? 3 Options 26:19

4M ago26:19

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Now that the new IRS Form W-9 is published, let’s look at a frequently asked question I get – what should you do if the vendor’s legal name and tax id combination is not valid with the IRS? Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to …

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#480: Thirteen Gallons of Milk 6:57

4M ago6:57

6:57

I always tell you I got more questions than answers. But this week, I've come up with an answer. And it's helping me every single day.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 281: According to the FBI – BEC Scams Still Worked in 2023 and This Stat Continues to Increase 12:20

4M ago12:20

12:20

In 2023, Business Email Compromise, or BEC, is still a money maker for fraudsters according to the latest report by the FBI. Here is a quick look at the stats compared to 2022 and before the pandemic. Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best pr…

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#479: Banquet 7:58

4M ago7:58

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Student-athlete Tess. She's been on a team this winter through her school, and we've just come off a massive, colossal celebration of the whole shebang.By Bo Bigelow

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Episode 9. The Digital Port Revolution with the Port of Rotterdam’s Saskia Mureau 29:25

4M ago29:25

29:25

It's hard to underestimate the importance of ports in our world. They are crucial hubs for global trade, with an estimated 90% of all goods transported by sea. Serving as vital links between land and sea, ports offer unique opportunities for spearheading digital and environmental innovations. This pivotal role underscores their potential to lead in…

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Episode 280: 6 Next Steps Now That the IRS Has Published Form W-9 Rev March 2024 26:11

4M ago26:11

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Finally – the IRS has published the updated version of the Form W-9. Now what? Keep Listening. Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out my new Vendor Process Training Cent…

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#478: Sunday Bloody Sunday 6:42

5M ago6:42

6:42

Sometimes when you're on the road, your plans go out the window. You have only a fraction of the stuff you need. But something unexpected comes up. And you have to MacGyver a solution.By Bo Bigelow

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Experimenting with Learning about Sexuality with Dr. Kim Alexander 29:11

4M ago29:11

29:11

Join us on The Experimental Leader as we delve into uncharted territories with Dr. Kim Alexander in an episode that redefines leadership and sexual health education. From navigating leadership transitions to unraveling the complexities of sexual education, we explore the intersections and implications for personal growth and organizational dynamics…

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