Episodes 35
Avg. Duration 47m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode Apr 2026

Outreach Signals

Features Guests

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
51%
Hosting
feeds.cohostpodcasting.com

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Welcome to Seize & Desist - the first podcast to explore the fascinating and complex world of seized assets. In this show, Asset Reality co-founder and CEO Aidan Larkin will be joined by some of the industry’s most influential and renowned experts to discuss their perspectives on the latest headlines, trends and challenges shaping the future of global asset recovery. They’ll explore how asset recovery impacts individuals and organisations alike and how it's evolving to keep pace with emerging technological advancements like cryptocurrencies, NFTs and other virtual assets. Whether you're new to the world of seized asset recovery or a seasoned practitioner, join us inside the world of asset recovery and uncover the stories shaping its future. Subscribe to be the first to hear new episodes of Seize & Desist. Connect with Asset Reality on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asset-reality/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/asset_reality Stay up-to-date with the latest industry developments by reading our blog: https://www.assetreality.com/blog Connect with our host Aidan Larkin on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidan-larkin-29810781/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/AidanJLarkin Seize & Desist is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, and/or investment advice. Listeners must consult their own advisors before making decisions on the topics discussed. Asset Reality has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Asset Reality employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. Asset Reality does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material. Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Asset Reality.

Podcasting 2.0 Features

txt

Social Media

Explore Statistics

Recent Episodes

S1E34 Ep. 34: The Implementation Gap: What You Seize Is What You Get

Apr 29, 2026 48m

Jill Thomas speaks with Tristram Hicks about why cash seizure is one of the most powerful tools available to law enforcement and what it takes to build asset recovery systems that deliver at scale.…

S1E33 Ep. 33: Following the Mail: Postal Intelligence in the Age of Crypto Crime

Apr 02, 2026 45m

Aidan Larkin speaks with Tara Kavanaugh, a federal investigator with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) and liaison to the FBI's dark‑web opioid task force. Tara draws on a career spanning…

S1E32 Ep. 32: Illicit Finance, Asset Recovery & the Reality of Global Crime Networks

Feb 04, 2026 49m

Aidan Larkin sits down with Sal Melki, Deputy Director at the UK’s National Crime Agency and senior leader at the National Economic Crime Centre, to unpack how illicit finance really works today,…

S1E32 BONUS: Aidan Larkin on Times Radio: What happens after a £5.1bn crypto seizure?

Dec 20, 2025 7m Bonus

This episode was originally recorded for Times Radio on 13th November 2025.In this special bonus episode, Aidan Larkin joins Hugo Rifkind on Times Radio to discuss what happens after a major seizure…

S1E31 Ep. 31: Inside the 'Scamdemic' with Operation Shamrock

Dec 05, 2025 1h 2m

Aidan Larkin sits down with Erin West and Detective Matthew Hogan of Operation Shamrock to unpack the global 'scamdemic' that’s devastating victims and fuelling organised crime, exploring the human…

S1E30 Ep. 30: Courts, Crypto & Code: Making Sense of Digital Asset Law

Nov 25, 2025 35m

Aidan Larkin talks with Canadian lawyer Jessica Stansfield about the evolving landscape of digital asset recovery. From tackling cryptocurrency fraud to navigating the complexities of tracing assets…

S1E29 Ep. 29: A New Era of Economic Crime Control

Nov 20, 2025 55m

What does it take to fight economic crime on a global scale? In this episode of Seize and Desist, Aidan Larkin speaks with Adrian Searle, former director of the National Economic Crime Centre (NECC),…

S1E28 Ep. 28: Property: Crime’s Favourite Laundromat

Nov 13, 2025 53m

When billions in dirty money move through hidden pipelines, who stops it?  In this episode, Aidan Larkin speaks with investigative journalist and co-founder of the Organized Crime and Corruption…

S1E27 Ep. 27: Tracking the Changing Face of Fraud

Nov 03, 2025 56m

In this conversation, Aidan Larkin sits down with Rich Lebel, Director of the Transaction Record Analysis Center (TRAC), to unpack the strategies law enforcement uses to stay ahead of digital money…

S1E26 Ep. 26: From Seizure to Sale: Turning Seized Crypto into Usable Funds

Oct 29, 2025 51m

In this episode of Seize and Desist, Aidan is joined by Nils von Schoenaich-Carolath (Chief Growth Officer at Tradias) to explore the challenges governments face when liquidating seized digital…

S1E25 Ep. 25: Bridging Public and Private Asset Recovery

Oct 10, 2025 53m

In this episode, Aidan speaks with Carmel King, Partner at Grant Thornton UK, about the role of insolvency practitioners and liquidators in recovering assets lost to fraud and financial crime,…

S1E24 Ep. 24: Asset Recovery in a Digital-First World

Sep 30, 2025 54m

In this conversation, Aidan Larkin sits down with Dr. Max Bernt (TaxBit) to explore the future of asset recovery in a digital-first world. They dive into how data aggregation, crypto, and stablecoins…

S1E23 Ep. 23: What You Don’t Know About Crypto Crime

Sep 16, 2025 45m

In this conversation, Aidan Larkin sits down with Alison Jimenez, President of Dynamic Securities Analytics and AML expert witness, to unpack the realities of crypto crime, the challenges it poses…

S1E22 Ep. 22: Beyond the Shadows: The Underworld's Financial Playbook

Sep 08, 2025 1h 6m

In this conversation, Aidan Larkin explores the complexities of international money laundering with Miles Johnson, investigative reporter for the Financial Times and author of Chasing Shadows…

S1E21 Ep. 21: What is Interpol’s New Silver Notice?

Aug 20, 2025 52m

In this conversation, host Aidan Larkin discusses Interpol’s pivotal role in global law enforcement with Nick Court, the Assistant Director at Interpol's Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption…

S1E20 Ep. 20: Global Standards, Local Challenges: Navigating FATF Compliance

Aug 01, 2025 39m

In this episode, host Aidan Larkin delves into the intricate world of FATF compliance with Liz Lees, the former national coordinator for the Cayman Islands. They explore the unique challenges smaller…

S1E19 Ep. 19: Asset Laundering:
It’s More Than Money with Oliver Bullough

Feb 05, 2025 43m

“This is the model of Italian Renaissance banking.”In this episode of Seize & Desist, host Aidan Larkin sits down with renowned financial crime journalist Oliver Bullough, author of Moneyland…

S1E18 Ep. 18: The Legal Landscape of Asset Forfeiture

Dec 24, 2024 31m

In our final conversation of the year, our SVP of Client Relations, Joanna Summers, sits down with Stefan Cassella, a former federal prosecutor with more than three decades of experience in…

S1E17 Ep. 17: There's No Such Thing As Crypto Crime

Dec 02, 2024 44m

In this special episode of Seize & Desist, our host, Aidan Larkin, sits down with blockchain intelligence specialist, author and Asset Reality co-founder Nick Furneaux for a behind-the-scenes…

S1E16 Ep. 16: The Future of Tax Compliance in Cryptocurrency

Oct 21, 2024 46m

“If the decision-makers keep deciding that digital assets are just this fringe thing, there’s going to be a missed opportunity”In this episode of Seize & Desist, our host, Aidan Larkin, explores…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Seize & Desist have?

Seize & Desist has published 35 episodes since February 2024, covering topics in Education, Government.

Is Seize & Desist still active?

Seize & Desist is currently moderate with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 47m.

How do I contact Seize & Desist for sponsorship or guest appearances?

Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for Seize & Desist, including email and social media links.

Similar Podcasts