For Release April 16, 2024

SPEAK.STUDIO Launches Groundbreaking Documentary Podcast "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI"

SPEAK.STUDIO Launches Groundbreaking Documentary Podcast "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI"

[Boston, 4.16.24] – Today marks the debut of "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI," the inaugural installment in a new series of captivating documentary podcasts from SPEAK.STUDIO. As the first entry in the IRS CI-verse of shows, this groundbreaking series offers listeners an exclusive look into the inner workings of the IRS Criminal Investigation Unit (IRS CI), a team of U.S federal law enforcement agents dedicated to combating financial crime.

About the Series:

"Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI" takes audiences on a thrilling journey into the world of financial crime investigation, shining a spotlight on the vital role played by the IRS CI in safeguarding the integrity of the country. The Unit’s program areas include cybercrimes, narcotics and national security, international operations, asset recovery and tax crimes.

SPEAK CEO Matt Boatright-Simon says of why the show is so important, “The agents are doing extraordinary, and extraordinarily exciting work domestically, and across the globe.  Their work impacts every man woman child in this country, and beyond. And very few people even know IRS CI exists. That’s why we have to tell the story.”

Through a combination of expert interviews, real-life case studies, and immersive storytelling, each episode explores how IRS CI agents "follow the money" to uncover and dismantle some of the most sophisticated criminal enterprises in the world.

Unprecedented Access:

Produced by SPEAK.STUDIO, an acclaimed content and technology platform known for its innovative approach to storytelling, "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI" offers unprecedented access to the men and women of the IRS CI.

Listeners will hear directly from seasoned agents as they share insights, strategies, and anecdotes from their frontline experiences in the battle against financial crime.

Why It Matters:

In an era of increasing financial complexity and global interconnectedness, the work of the IRS CI has never been more crucial. By exposing the tactics and techniques employed by criminals to evade taxes, launder money, and defraud the government, "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI" seeks to raise awareness about the importance of financial crime enforcement and the challenges faced by those on the frontlines. Says Boatright-Simon, “The show is an uncovering of the work of these dynamic agents, yes, and it’s a study of the human condition — our very complex, and deeply personal relationship to money.”

Available Now:

Fresh off National Tax Day April 15, the first season of "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI"  “stealth drops” this week on https://speak.studio/followthemoneyirsci, and will soon be available for streaming on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Join us as we delve into the high-stakes world of financial crime investigation and discover how the IRS CI is working tirelessly to stop some of the biggest financial crimes in the world. SPEAK’s narrative IRS CI series drops later this month.

For press inquiries, interview requests, or more information about "Follow the Money: Inside the IRS CI," please contact Dalen Kilgore at dalen@speak.studio or 541-604-9874.

About SPEAK.STUDIO:

SPEAK.STUDIO is an award-winning content and technology platform dedicated to creating compelling audio experiences that inform, entertain, and inspire. With a focus on documentary storytelling and immersive multimedia content, SPEAK.STUDIO is committed to pushing the boundaries of storytelling and innovation in the digital age.

For more information about SPEAK.STUDIO and its portfolio of projects, visit SPEAK.STUDIO.