David Shimer discusses his fascinating and timely new book, which includes a sweeping review of covert interference with elections by both Russia and the U.S. over the last century. He discusses what we know about Russian interference in the 2016 election and what we need to know about their much greater capacity to interfere this November.

Amee Sandhu, founder and CEO of Lex Integra in Toronto, discusses Canada&rsquos history with anti-bribery efforts, some recent developments and where things stand today.

Hilary Mossberg, Director of Illicit Finance Policy at The Sentry, discusses the relatively new trend of African kleptocrats and war criminals laundering money through real estate in African cities, rather than some of the more traditional choices like London, Miami and New York.

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Ian Urbina joins us to talk about his latest project on the lawless seas. Ian has uncovered and documented a stunning story of criminality: illegal shipping, sanctions violations, devastated squid stocks and the 500 &ldquoghost boats&rdquo that have washed up on Japanese shores with the crew dead or missing. Visit Outlaw Ocean for more details and to follow Ian&rsquos ongoing reporting.

Sandy Garossino of the National Observer discusses the Canadian government&rsquos latest misstep with the award of a massive pandemic-related contract to an ill-equipped charity with ties to key decision-makers.