Best Background Screening Tech Podcasts (2025)

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Identity Verification... the first STEP to safer Background Checks 3:25

19d ago3:25

3:25

Identity Verification The old tools simply don't work any more. Applicants looking to deceive employers and background screeners know how to provide false identifiers. The question is, can they be stopped. The SSN Trace can present RED flags, but it's not a tool that can be used to VERIFY IDENTITY. Consent Based Social Security Number Verification/…

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17 | Phone-Free Waiting: 3-Minute Moments That Transform Your Digital Wellness & Save 2 Hours a Week 13:34

4h ago13:34

13:34

Those seemingly insignificant waiting moments throughout your day might be more valuable than you realize. This episode is an invitation to reclaim those small 3-minute pockets of time that we so often surrender to our screens – the doctor's waiting room, the grocery checkout line, the school pickup lane, the moments before a meeting starts. If you…

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16 | Analog Habits That Anchor Your Soul in a Fast-Paced Digital World 17:45

6d ago17:45

17:45

You don’t need to toss your phone or move to the mountains to find peace but if you’ve been feeling distracted, drained, or disconnected… it might be time to do something different. This episode is an invitation to rediscover the quiet power of analog moments, not as a rejection of technology, but as a rhythm that restores what hustle culture has t…

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15 | How to Stop Multitasking: 5 Simple Habits to Reclaim Focus in a Distracted World 16:05

13d ago16:05

16:05

Are you constantly juggling five things at once… but still feel behind, foggy, or frazzled? This week's podcast episode is a breath of fresh air. We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest myths of modern life: multitasking. It promises productivity but delivers overwhelm. If your mind feels cluttered, scattered, or perpetually behind, th…

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14 | How to Help Your Kids Break Phone Addiction (When You're Still Figuring It Out) 16:52

20d ago16:52

16:52

You want to help your kids break phone addiction and be aware of their screen habits but you also find yourself scrolling, zoning out, or sneaking Instagram in the bathroom. So how do you lead well when you're still working on it too? In today’s episode of Overcome Digital Distraction, we’re getting real about one of the biggest parenting tensions …

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13 | How to Stop Comparing Yourself on Social Media and 3 Biblical Truths that Set You Free 15:00

27d ago15:00

15:00

You didn’t mean to scroll for that long, but now you’re feeling off. You’re second-guessing your progress, your purpose… even your worth. Comparison doesn’t just make you feel bad, it distracts you from who God made you to be. In this episode, we’re naming the trap of comparison and how it sneaks in through our screens. More importantly, we’re unco…

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12 | Navigating the News: Staying Informed Without Getting Distracted and Overwhelmed 17:54

1M ago17:54

17:54

In today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the most common and overlooked sources of digital distraction, the news. Whether you’re someone who casually checks headlines or finds yourself deep in the rabbit hole of doom-scrolling, this conversation will help you understand how today’s 24/7 news cycle is affecting your mind, mood, and spiritual clarit…

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11 | Tech Neck Is Real: How to Fix Neck Pain from Screen Time 22:02

1M ago22:02

22:02

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a sneaky consequence of our digital habits, tech neck. Whether you're hunched over a laptop, curled up with your phone, or binge-watching your favourite show, the way you hold your body during screen time may be contributing to chronic neck pain, shallow breathing, fatigue, and even anxiety. You’ll hear my pers…

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10 | How to Stop Mindless Scrolling for Good With One Spirit-Led Mindset Shift 11:51

2M ago11:51

11:51

What if breaking free from digital distractions could start with one small, Spirit-led mindset shift? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the unconscious habits behind mindless scrolling and why the problem might not be your screen, but the automatic reach toward it. In this powerful and practical episode, you’ll discover how a simple pause …

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9 | Goodbye FOMO, Hello JOMO: Trade Digital Anxiety for Contentment 14:24

2M ago14:24

14:24

Have you ever felt anxious about what you might be missing online? Today we're flipping the script on FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and embracing the powerful, peace-giving practice of JOMO - the Joy of Missing Out. In this episode, we dive into why intentionally disconnecting from digital noise can bring you greater contentment, presence, and joy. I'…

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8 | Dopamine, Screens, and Spiritual Warfare: The Hidden Battle for Your Attention 15:33

2M ago15:33

15:33

Ever feel like your phone is reeling you in like a fish caught on a hook? You’re not imagining it. Today, we're diving into the brain science behind digital distraction, how dopamine hijacks your attention, and why this is more than just a habit issue, it’s a spiritual battle! From the hypnotic lure of screens to the way they rewire our brains for …

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7 | How to Rewire Your Brain and Break Your Phone Addiction in 5 Minutes a Day 26:42

2M ago26:42

26:42

Does your hand automatically reach for your phone the moment boredom hits? Are notifications constantly hijacking your productivity and peace? You're not alone and you're not stuck. In this episode, you'll discover the science behind why digital habits form, how your brain builds these automatic behaviours, and most importantly how you can change t…

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6 | The Digital Detox You Need: Global Day of Unplugging to Find Rest in a Hyperconnected World 18:59

3M ago18:59

18:59

If your relationship with screens feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. We wake up to notifications, scroll through distractions all day, and struggle to be still. But what if stepping away from technology for just one day could reset your mind, reclaim your focus, and bring a deep sense of peace? That’s exactly what we’re talking about on today’s …

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5 | Seeing Life in Colour: How Grayscale Transformed My Phone Habits 13:43

3M ago13:43

13:43

Ever feel like your phone has too much pull over your attention? In this episode, I share a simple but powerful habit that transformed the way I interact with my phone. Switching to grayscale. What started as a short experiment turned into a game-changer, helping me break unconscious scrolling habits and see the beauty of life beyond my screen. Plu…

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4 | The Power of Your First Hour: One Habit That Can Transform Your Morning 19:46

3M ago19:46

19:46

Be honest, do you check your phone before you even get out of bed? Maybe it’s your alarm, a quick glance at notifications, or just scrolling for a few minutes before starting the day. It seems harmless, right? But what if I told you this one small habit could be draining your mental energy, hijacking your focus, and even rewiring your brain before …

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3 | The 3-Day Digital Peace Plan: Your Simple Starting Point for Healthier Screen Habits 10:36

3M ago10:36

10:36

If your relationship with screens feels complicated, you’re not alone. So many of us feel constantly connected but somehow more disconnected than ever. The good news? You don’t have to throw your phone in a lake to find real, deep, exhale-worthy peace. In this episode, I’m breaking down my 3-Day Digital Peace Plan, a simple yet powerful plan to hel…

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2 | 8 Hidden Ways Digital Distraction Keeps You Stuck and the Lies We Tell Ourselves About Screen Time 15:02

3M ago15:02

15:02

Denial keeps us stuck. It convinces us that we don’t really have a problem, that we don’t need to change. But if we want to overcome digital distraction, we have to be honest with ourselves. This episode is all about denial and the sneaky ways it shows up in our screen habits. Maybe it sounds like, “I don’t spend that much time on my phone.” Or, “I…

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1 | How Digital Distraction Steals Your Focus and Your First Step to Reduce Screen Time 22:23

3M ago22:23

22:23

Welcome to the very first episode of Overcome Digital Distraction! I’m so glad you’re here. In this episode, I’m sharing my own journey of struggling with screen time. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by how much you check your phone or how easily you get distracted by screens, you’re not alone! We’ll talk about why digital distractions are stealing …

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Changes to CRIMINAL record searching in California is leading to MASSIVE problems 5:58

3M ago5:58

5:58

Changes to CRIMINAL record searching in California is leading to MASSIVE problems In this episode I share details on how things used to work in California when it came to searching for criminal records prior to the Hamrick case. I also share the impact that the Hamrick case is having on criminal court research for a time and cost perspective. Pleas…

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Welcome to Overcome Digital Distraction! 3:38

3M ago3:38

3:38

Welcome to the Overcome Digital Distraction Podcast! Is your phone controlling your life, pulling you in every direction, leaving you feeling disconnected and overwhelmed? Are screens stealing your time, diluting your faith, and distorting your focus? In a world dominated by screens, it's easy to feel stuck in a cycle of distraction and drift from …

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Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance 5:20

8M ago5:20

5:20

Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance When did it take effect? Who does it apply to? What changes do you need to be aware of? LINK TO THE ORDINANCE LNK TO THE INDIVIDUALIZED ASSESSMENT FORM LINK TO FACT SHEET Watch the VIDEO Version of the PODCAST HEREBy Tim Santoni

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TRUV and BeSmartee sit down and discuss their recent integration, and what the future looks like for both companies, and their customers 17:35

1y ago17:35

17:35

Our guest, Tim Nguyen, CEO of BeSmartee, sits down with your hosts Darshana Shetty, CPO, and Richard Grieser, VP of Marketing, and share how their companies are working together to better serve their lending customers, and also where each companies are going in 2024 and beyond.By Darshana Shetty and Richard Grieser

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Court Access Fees are on the RISE... Why? 2:02

1y ago2:02

2:02

Court Access Fees on the RISE... Why? Court access fees are on the rise. What does that mean to the screening industry and the clients that we serve? In years past we would see updates to court access fees maybe every quarter or every six months. In the last year we are seeing updated court access fees every month and the additional fees to access …

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Los Angeles County - Dates of Birth Removed? 2:58

1y ago2:58

2:58

Los Angeles County - Dates of Birth Removed? The Los Angeles County Superior court has announced that partial dates of birth will be removed from the public kiosks and from the court website. What does this mean? How does it impact you? The Los Angeles County Superior Court announced on February 20th that as of the close of business on Friday, Febr…

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How sales leaders are guiding their teams to achieve success in this market 30:19

1+ y ago30:19

30:19

Our guest, Bruce Brown, SVP and Midwest Regional Manager at Prime Lending shares his view on the current mortgage market, and shows how he is leading his sales teams to achieve success through gratitude, exceptional customer care, and ingraining the fundamental best practices of mortgage lending into a loan officer’s daily routines.…

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NFTYDoor/Homebridge Doubles down on TRUV for a smooth, clear Borrower with Jonathan Spinetto 41:52

1+ y ago41:52

41:52

Join Truv CPO, Darshana Shetty, Richard Grieser, VP of Marketing, and our special guest, Jonathan Spinetto, COO/Co-Founder @ NFTY Door and startup veteran, to learn how Jonathan found TRUV, then named Citadel API, through his own research on API-based employment data access, and grew his startup from zero to a projected 36,000 loans per year in 202…

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Doing more with less and embracing the change! 32:19

1+ y ago32:19

32:19

Join Truv CPO, Darshana Shetty, Richard Grieser, VP of Marketing, and our special guest, Jarrett Stanley, CMO of Nationwide Mortgage Bankers, for a discussion around how teams must embrace the current mortgage environment, and learn to do more with less. Jarrett is one of the more technologically advanced marketers in the business, and knows how to…

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Reducing Risk & Default Rates in Lending with Kevin Moss 26:33

1+ y ago26:33

26:33

Join Truv's VP of Product, Darshana Shetty, and industry veteran, Kevin Moss, for a discussion around reducing lending risk. Today’s economic climate requires greater scrutiny around lending practices and risk avoidance strategies, and in this podcast we will get to the bottom of how lenders should be navigating this landscape.…

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Deep Dive Into Background Screening with Dave Dickerson 25:11

1+ y ago25:11

25:11

Join Accurate Background founder, Dave Dickenson, and Truv’s Head of Product, Darshana Shetty, in an exploration of background screening. Our two speakers will touch on what it's like to be an entrepreneur and what people should consider before getting into the background screening space. Our speakers will then transition into the current state of …

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PBSA 2023 Preview Show 3:41

1+ y ago3:41

3:41

PBSA is celebrating 20 years. They are are a force in supporting and enhancing the background screening industry worldwide. PBSA 2023 (Texas) LOCATION: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center (Grapevine, Texas) WHEN: Sunday, September 10th through Tuesday September 12th On this episode of Background Screening Tips and Tech, Tim Santoni provides so…

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Finding Your Fraud Fighter with Brad Strock 29:14

2y ago29:14

29:14

Fraud is your number one problem so finding a capable CSO should be your number one solution. Join Kirill Klokov (CEO, Truv) & Brad Strock (Former CIO, PayPal) as we discuss what it takes to be an effective CSO and what the future of fraud looks like.By Darshana Shetty and Richard Grieser

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Kevin Bachman Interview 39:00

2y ago39:00

39:00

Kevin Bachman Interview Kevin was a key executive at Employment Screen IQ, which was acquired by Sterling. He consultants with industry professionals and works with end users, CRAs and data furnishers. He is the The CRA Doctor. He is active with PBSA and has served on the BSCC committee. Kevin and his partner Jason Morris now run IQubed advisors. O…

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Tech Stack 7:22

2y ago7:22

7:22

Tech Stack The 7 Apps/Tech/Software you need to run a better a business. 1. Office 365 or Google Apps (email) 2. Accounting Software w/Payment Processing (QuickBooks or XERO 3. DocuSign or Panda Doc 4. Cloud Storage: DropBox, OneDrive, Google Drive 5. CRM – Salesforce, Zoho, ? 6. Email Marketing (MailChimp, ConvertKit, Constant Contact) 7. Team Mes…

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SSN Trace... Show it or Hide it? 4:38

2y ago4:38

4:38

SSN Trace... Show it or Hide it? On this episode Tim Santoni discusses the history of the SSN Trace. What it's good for. What it's not good for. The legal/compliance arguments for including the SSN trace in the report and why it might be better to run it and hide it from the report. A few options to consider. OPTION 1 -Run the SSN Trace and include…

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Derek Hinton - CRA Zoom- Interview 24:26

2y ago24:26

24:26

Derek Hinton - CRA Zoom- Interview On this episode of Background Screening Tips & Tech, Tim Santoni interviews Derek Hinton of CRA Zoom. They discuss Derek's history in the screening industry, the PBSA Accreditation process and why it is valuable for background screening companies to complete have it. They also dive into the services that CRA Zoom …

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Background Screening Packages... so many options 4:07

2y ago4:07

4:07

Background Screening Packages... so many options At a bare minimum the social security number trace and national criminal database search are the typical starting point for most screening packages. The national criminal database has obvious flaws, but this search also covers high level government watch lists and sex offender registries, so it is so…

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Social Media Screening... current trends 4:59

2y ago4:59

4:59

Social Media Screening... current trends Statistics- many employers are using Social Media to screen applicants, but the big question is are they doing it themselves or are they using an FCRA compliant screening partner. The current available sites being searched by the AI and Technology Solutions available cover PUBLIC profiles on LinkedIn, Facebo…

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CRA Help Desk... Review 3:12

2y ago3:12

3:12

CRA Help Desk The CRA Help Desk is a great tool offered by BRB Publications. The CRA Help Desk offers state & FCRA compliance and reporting guidelines when it comes to reporting of criminal records. If you are a researchers handling compliance and adjudication this tool is a must have. The HR Help Desk is an 'add-on' option for Background Screeners…

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CourtSmart Review (Equifax) 6:00

2y ago6:00

6:00

On this episode of Background Screening Tips & Tech we review the CourtSmart Product from Equifax. With the recent changes forcing redaction of PII by courts in California this product is a great solution. Tim Santoni discusses how the solutions came to be, the pro's, the con's and dip into a bit of compliance. For more information on the CourtSmar…

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California Legislative ALERT 4:22

2y ago4:22

4:22

California Legislative ALERT California again proves to be a challenging state for background screening industry as evident from the most recent legislative session. We are still early in the legislative calendar for 2023 but information I want to share is CRITICAL because employers and background screeners need to be prepared to engage and take ac…

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PBSA 2022 Recap Podcast 6:33

2+ y ago6:33

6:33

The PBSA 2022 annual conference was held at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colorado On this episode of the PODCAST I share some insights, favorite sessions, event recap and much more.By Tim Santoni

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PBSA 2022 Preview Show 4:08

2+ y ago4:08

4:08

PBSA 2022 'The Preview Show" PBSA Annual Conference (LINK) On this PODCAST Tim Santoni highlights the tracks for the PBSA Annual Conference in 2022. Legal Compliance Business International Drug Testing Tenant Screening Tim also points out the sessions and speakers that he will be focused on at the show. IQubed Advisors (Jason Morris, Kevin Bachman …

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Gary DeWitt - Epic Concepts Interview 22:51

2+ y ago22:51

22:51

Tim Santoni interview Gary DeWitt, President of Epic Concepts. Gary is a veteran of the background screening industry (30+ years). He has owned a Background Screening Company (Vericorp) and he now runs Epic Concepts which is a software platform used by Background Screeners (CRAs) and data furnishers/providers. Gary continues to be excited about the…

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Kirill Klokov Interview 29:22

2+ y ago29:22

29:22

Kirill Klokov, the CEO & Co-Founder of TRUV joins Tim Santoni on the podcast. Kirill shares his story from an immigrant needing to get a loan without a credit history and how that impacted the quoted rate. Kirill got his MBA at Standford and has worked at SIDEKICK, CARTA, TRUST WATE & EZHOME. Kirill launched TRUV in lated 2021. TRUV is a technology…

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Tom Pilkington (TazWorks / MeridianLink) INTERVIEW 23:12

3y ago23:12

23:12

Tom Pilkington ROLE: Strategic Customer Success Executive at MeridianLink Tom has vast experience and knowledge of the background screening industry. 1) Industry experience & current role at Tazworks/MeridianLink 2) Tom shares insights into the transition of Tazworks being acquired by MeridianLink and what that means to Tazworks clients 3) What's n…

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James Tunkey of I-OnAsia (Interview) 25:04

3y ago25:04

25:04

James Tunkey of I-OnAsia joins the podcast. We discuss these topics. 1) What is top risk factor that comes with not screening international employees? Risk Factors Defined Who does I-OnAsia work with in uncovering RISK FACTORS? What are the problems with PROPER background screening & investigations (INTL)? Problems with most investigation & screeni…

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Don’t let anyone break into the home of your dreams 3:59

3y ago3:59

3:59

If there is an entourage of caretakers - drivers, nurses, gardeners, bodyguards and other domestic helps - you’ve made it! You are finally living your plush life, replete, with riches you have earned over the years, and an army of staff to safeguard and, protect it from negative elements! No one ever comes this far to let anyone walk, away with all…

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Why nanny referrals should be backed by a background check! 4:33

3y ago4:33

4:33

HelloV powered by Helloverify- India’s most trusted background screening company. We provide a compliant and robust background screening process to help large enterprises, small businesses, start-ups and individuals to build successful relationships based on trust and safety. Helloverify uses Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to provide …

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Social Security Number (SSN) Trace-Person Search-Address History... WHY? 4:02

3y ago4:02

4:02

On this episode I talk about the issues that the social security number trace / person search / address history can cause as part of a background screening report. Generally speaking the SSN trace is bad data. The true source of the data cannot be confirmed and it cannot be verified. The legal guidance suggests that the SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER TRACE…