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Moody’s Talks: Risk Reframed

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Moody’s Talks: Risk Reframed is your gateway into the complex and ever-evolving universe of risk management. From discussions about financial crime and physical risk to forced labor and cybersecurity, from entity data to AI-led innovations, this podcast explores many of the critical risks organizations face today—along with strategies to navigate them and foster resilient growth. Join our constellation of thought leaders, authors, and practitioners as they decode the forces shaping an era of exponential risk and share insights to help organizations adapt and thrive.

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#114
Yesterday · 42 min
Lessons from an AI engineer
AI is changing how content is created, software is built, and risk management decisions are supported. But easier creation does not automatically mean better outcomes. The real challenge is preserving human judgment while grounding AI in trusted data and rigorous evaluation. In this episode, Han Lee, Senior Director of Data and AI at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow. Together they cut through the AI hype to explore what makes AI genuinely useful, trustworthy, and practical in risk management, fro
#113
October 26 · 57 min
From data exhaust to decision intelligence
The fight against financial crime is entering a new era shaped by AI, evolving criminal networks, and growing demands for faster, more effective investigations. As organizations grapple with fragmented data, emerging threats, and increasing regulatory scrutiny, success depends on combining technology, trusted intelligence, and human expertise. In this episode, Katie Jackson, UK Head of Forensic at Deloitte and Francis Marinier, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow to explore
#112
October 7 · 42 min
Moody's x Everstream Analytics
Supply chain disruptions can quickly put revenue, customer commitments, and business continuity at risk. Scenario planning may help organizations move beyond identifying threats to preparing clear, actionable responses before disruption strikes. In this episode, Corey Rhodes, CEO of Everstream Analytics, joins host Alex Pillow to explore how organizations can prioritize supply chain scenarios, monitor critical risk signals, and build practical playbooks that support faster, better-informed dec
#111
September 23 · 23 min
Moody’s x Trustpair: Payment fraud
Procure-to-pay fraud can redirect legitimate supplier payments into fraudulent bank accounts by exploiting weaknesses across onboarding, vendor management, and payment processes. As AI makes impersonation and document forgery more convincing, organizations may need stronger, connected controls across the supplier lifecycle.
#110
September 10 · 27 min
Moody’s x Intapp: Law firms
Law firms are navigating evolving regulation, hybrid working models, ambitious growth strategies, and rapid advances in cloud and AI technology. Modernizing client intake and matter onboarding can help firms connect these priorities while improving the experience for partners, compliance teams, and clients. In this episode, Marie-Claire Grace O'Reilly, Industry Principal, Legal Compliance at Intapp joins host, Alex Pillow to explore law firms can bring together people, processes, data, and tech
#109
August 26 · 59 min
Moody's x SAP: Source-to-pay
Source-to-pay sits at the heart of how organizations control costs, manage supplier risk, and turn procurement strategy into day-to-day purchasing. Integrated processes, trusted data and effective governance are becoming even more important as AI begins to automate work across enterprises.
#108
August 14 · 1 hr 5 min
Moody’s x Blackdot: Crime uncovered
Financial crime is becoming more complex, cross-border, and digitally enabled. As criminal networks evolve, investigators are combining data, technology, and collaboration to uncover hidden connections and strengthen risk detection. In this episode, Antonia Edmunds, Chief Commercial Officer at Blackdot Solutions; Olivier Morlet, CEO & Founder of G&A Consultancy; and Francis Marinier, Industry Practice Lead at Moody's, join our host Alex Pillow.
#107
August 3 · 41 min
Moody’s x Coupa: Direct spend
Supply chain disruptions, geopolitical uncertainty, and cost pressures are causing organizations to rethink how they manage supplier relationships and procurement decisions. As strategic partners, Moody's and Coupa help organizations combine supplier intelligence, risk insights, and procurement workflows to build less fragile, more resilient supply chains. In this episode, Dean Bain, former SVP and General Manager of Supply Chain and Direct Spend at Coupa, and Chelsea Walker, Director of Partn
#106
July 1 · 50 min
Meet Moody’s AI Agents
AI agents are rapidly shifting how businesses approach automation and decision-making. As capabilities evolve, organizations are rethinking workflows, data, and the role of human expertise alongside intelligent systems. In this episode, Olga Loiseau-Aslanidi, Managing Director for AI Solutions and Keith Berry, General Manager at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow to explore how AI agents are transforming risk, compliance, and operational efficiency. They discuss how agentic systems combine large la
#105
June 17 · 53 min
Effective CDD for banks
Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is more than a regulatory checkbox—it can be a critical defense against financial crime and a cornerstone of trust in banking. In this episode of Risk Reframed, Moody’s Jill DeWitt, and PwC’s Jim Daly join host Alex Pillow to break down what CDD really means for banks, how it works day-to-day, and why it matters. They answer key questions like: What are the main components of a strong CDD program? How can working in siloes impact the effectiveness of CDD teams?
#104
June 3 · 39 min
Growth & Strategy 101 | Back to basics
Hitting growth targets is often treated as a pure success metric, but missing them can create far wider risks for an organization. This episode reframes growth through a risk lens, exploring how revenue targets connect to confidence, culture, and long‑term performance. James Hargreave, Strategist for Growth and Strategy at Moody’s, joins host, Alex Pillow, to unpack why “missing your number” can be the most significant risk in business and how smarter strategy can reduce that risk. Together, th
#103
May 20 · 29 min
Supply chain risk 101 | Back to basics
Supply chain risk has moved from a back-office concern to a boardroom priority. In this episode of Risk Reframed, we dig into the foundations to understand what supply chain risk management really means in today’s interconnected world. Carolina Azar, Senior Director and Lead Strategist for Supply Chain Risk Management at Moody’s, joins host, Alex Pillow, to break down the fundamentals and explain why the discipline has rapidly evolved over recent years. Their conversation explores how modern s
#102
May 6 · 46 min
Trade Credit 101 | Back to basics
Trade credit is a critical but often overlooked part of managing business risk, sitting at the intersection of sales, finance, and cash flow. In this episode, we explore how trade credit has evolved into a strategic lever for organizations navigating today’s complex risk environment. Eefje Van Craen, Lead Strategist for Trade Credit at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow to unpack what trade credit really means in a B2B context and why it plays a central role in customer onboarding and risk manage
#101
April 22 · 36 min
TPRM 101 | Back to basics
Third-party risk management (TPRM) has become a critical discipline as organizations navigate increasingly complex supplier networks and emerging risks. This episode breaks down some of the fundamentals of TPRM and why getting the basics right can matter so much. In this episode, Marisol Lopez Mellado, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow to unpack third-party risk management, clarify how it differs from related concepts, like supply chain risk, and outline what best-in-clas
#100
April 8 · 53 min
The rise & risk of agentic commerce
AI-powered agents have changed how commerce works and how risk is now managed across industries. In this, our landmark 100th, episode of the podcast, the conversation turns to what agentic commerce means for trust, fraud, and decision-making at scale. In this special, milestone edition, Shaked Vax, Head of Product Strategy and Partnerships at Pipl, a veteran of the fraud, authentication, and cyber risk industries, joins host Alex Pillow. They discuss how agent-driven buying is reshaping consum
#99
March 25 · 54 min
Innovation: All source, part 4
Technologies are evolving faster than ever, reshaping how governments, intelligence teams, and national security organizations operate in a world where technological advantage increasingly defines geopolitical influence. In this fourth and final installment of our All Source miniseries, Megan Anderson, Executive Vice President at IQT and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow. Together, they trace the evolution of government technology adoption, the challenges of
#98
March 11 · 50 min
De-risking content platforms
Content creation is expanding faster than ever, bringing new pressures on platforms to keep their spaces safe, trusted, and resilient. With technology reshaping the landscape, how can platforms protect both creators and consumers? In this episode of Risk Reframed, host Alex Pillow is joined by Alison Boden, Executive Director at Free Speech Coalition, and Robert Evans, CEO and Co‑founder at FINTRAIL - A Cosegic Company. Together, they unpack the evolving risks facing modern content platforms fr
#97
February 25 · 44 min
Sanctions in 2026
With sanctions enforcement tightening and evasion tactics changing, organizations everywhere are reassessing how they navigate risk, compliance, and international operations. In this episode of Risk Reframed, host Alex Pillow is joined by Hera Smith and Ted Datta, Industry Practice Leads at Moody’s, to break down what has changed in sanctions over the past year—and what businesses should be preparing for next. Together, they explore the shifting regulatory environment, the growing expectations
#96
February 4 · 35 min
From KYC Decoded to Risk Reframed
The risk landscape is evolving and so are we! By audience demand "KYC Decoded" has become "Risk Reframed". This Moody's Talks show will deliver insights across the risk areas, as well as providing practical strategies and thought leadership for risk professionals operating in today’s complex landscape. In this episode, host Alex Pillow is joined by Samantha Hall, Head of Commercial Strategy for Corporates at Moody’s, to discuss why reframing risk is essential for businesses navigating an e
#94
January 21 · 52 min
Tackling forced labor risks
Forced labor remains a pressing challenge across global trade, often hidden deep in complex supply chains. As regulations tighten and scrutiny grows, businesses are rethinking how they achieve transparency and compliance. In this episode, Amy Morgan, VP of Trade at Altana, joins our host, Alex Pillow, to explore how companies can tackle forced labor risks in their supply chains. Amy shares insights on regulatory shifts, operational challenges, and how technology is transforming the compliance l

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