Oct 5, 202644 minS1
A country this size has never won a World Cup. Marc Edelman says the reason starts with who can afford to play. New episode out now. Michael J. Hershman sits down with Marc Edelman, nationally recognized sports law...
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The Fairfax Files
Hosted by Michael Hershman · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Welcome to The Fairfax Files, a case-study interview series exploring the systemic risks threatening global business, government, and public trust. Hosted by Michael J. Hershman, a former Watergate investigator and co-founder of Transparency International, this show goes behind the headlines to dissect how vulnerabilities escalate into crises.From corporate governance failures to global fraud and government integrity, we examine what went wrong and what must change. Join us for unfiltered, high-stakes conversations where risk meets accountability.
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What is The Fairfax Files about?
Welcome to The Fairfax Files, a case-study interview series exploring the systemic risks threatening global business, government, and public trust. Hosted by Michael J. Hershman, a former Watergate investigator and co-founder of Transparency International, this show goes behind the headlines to dissect how vulnerabilities escalate into crises.
Who hosts The Fairfax Files?
The Fairfax Files is hosted by Michael Hershman. The show has published 9 episodes to date.
What has The Fairfax Files covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Pay to Play: Politics, Money, and the Business of American Sports With Marc Edelman" (5 October 2026, 44 minutes), "Crypto, Con Men, and the Golden Age of Fraud" (15 September 2026, 47 minutes), and "Power, Propaganda, and a Reshaped Middle East" (28 August 2026, 45 minutes).
How often does The Fairfax Files publish?
The Fairfax Files publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 47 minutes across 9 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Fairfax Files?
Booking probability for The Fairfax Files is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Fairfax Files requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Fairfax Files's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Fairfax Files?
The strongest fits for The Fairfax Files are Business & Management Consulting and Photography, Polling & Other Services. The Fairfax Files has a business audience.
About the host
Michael Hershman hosts The Fairfax Files, a business podcast with 9 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Crypto promised money that needs no trust. Ben McKenzie thinks that promise is the con. New episode out now. Michael J. Hershman sits down with Ben McKenzie, actor turned author, known for The O.C., Southland and...
Aug 28, 202645 minS1"She spent 12 years inside the rooms where America decides who to sanction and who to fight. She is not sentimental about any of it. New episode out now. Michael J. Hershman sits down with Hagar Chemali, former...
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He was the man who made problems disappear. Then he became the man who brought the secrets into the light. New episode out now. Michael J. Hershman sits down with Michael Cohen, Donald Trump's former personal attorney...
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Jul 21, 202648 minS1<p>Michael J. Hershman sits down with Brittany Kaiser, the human rights lawyer turned Cambridge Analytica whistleblower turned tech CEO, to trace her journey from the Obama campaign's pioneering use of social media data...
Jul 7, 202649 minS1<p>The Fairfax Files with Michael Hershman: Guest Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.)In this episode of The Fairfax Files, host Michael Hershman talks with retired three-star Army General Mark Hertling about his new book, If...
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The Fairfax Files with Michael Hershman: Guest Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.)In this episode of The Fairfax Files, host Michael Hershman talks with retired three-star Army General Mark Hertling about his new book, If I...
- May 14, 202622 minS1
<p>In this episode of The Fairfax Files, Michael Hershman returns to the conversation with veteran journalist and law enforcement leader John Miller, CNN's chief law enforcement and intelligence analyst, and a former...
Apr 28, 202628 minS1<p>In our inaugural episode, host Michael Hershman is joined by one of the most respected figures in American law enforcement and intelligence: John Miller.</p><p>Miller’s career is a study in “direct action.” He has...
Recent guests
Recent guests on The Fairfax Files. Study who booked and why before you pitch.
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Ben McKenzie
author of "Easy Money" and director of "Everyone Is Lying to You for Money", Everyone Is Lying to You for Money
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Michael Cohen
Associate Professor and academic director of the National Security College at ANU, California Public Employees Retirement System
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Brittany Kaiser
Chair of the Board, Gryphon Digital Mining
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Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling
former commander of U.S. Army Forces in Europe, CNN military analyst, U.S. Army Europe
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