Woodford’s appeal against a multimillion-pound FCA fine and ban is under the spotlight in this episode, with David Masters and Neil Robson asking what the tribunal could uncover - and whether his reputation can ever recover.

They examine how cosmetic fixes created only the illusion of liquidity, why the regulator called his understanding of his role “defective and unreasonably narrow,” and how the tribunal could reveal private emails, board minutes and correspondence that reshape the narrative - just as Jes Staley’s failed appeal did.

The conversation also explores whether defiance deepens reputational damage, what lessons the case offers for accountability and transparency, and how AI is beginning to change the way regulators and firms confront misconduct.

Recorded and produced at the Lansons Studios

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Insider trading, money laundering, and reputational risk in asset management take centre stage in this episode, featuring the recent conviction of Redinel and Oerta Korfuzi.

David Masters and Neil Robson examine how confidential market information was exploited, how the FCA uncovered the scheme, and why the asset manager involved avoided lasting reputational fallout. The conversation also considers how remote working exposed new compliance risks and why historic control failures still carry weight.

They revisit past high-profile cases including Philippe Jabre and David Einhorn, explore the growing crossover between insider trading and money laundering, and ask whether a damaged reputation in asset management can ever truly recover.

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In this episode, David Masters and Neil Robson unpack the high-stakes appeal by Jes Staley against his lifetime ban from the FCA, and the tangled web of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein at the heart of this case.

The conversation turns to the newly uncovered extent of their relationship, the regulator’s rationale for such a decisive penalty, and whether the appeal has unintentionally magnified public scepticism. Beyond that, it revisits a lesser-known whistle blower episode that marked a troubling chapter in his leadership at Barclays, while expanding the focus to Epstein - his crimes, his influential network, and the presence of high-profile figures such as Donald Trump.

With comparisons drawn to financial criminal Bernie Madoff, the episode highlights how powerful individuals can evade scrutiny for years, shielded by status and influence, until their reputations collapse. With credibility hanging by a thread, the question remains: is redemption still possible for Staley, and what does his case reveal about the fragility of reputation at the highest levels of financial services?

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This podcast contains discussions around sensitive topics, including sexual assault, abuse, and other potentially distressing subjects. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised, please consider seeking support from a trusted organisation or professional.