In this episode, Geoff Dubrow interviews Annalise Burkhart from Transparency International US to delve into the complex relationship between corruption, public debt, and legal frameworks, based on her recent paper, "Links Between Weak Governance and Unsustainable Debt in IMF Loan Programs Require Action." They explore the obstacles civil society encounters in monitoring IMF agreements, examine how kleptocracy undermines public financial oversight, and emphasize the urgent need for reform. The discussion underscores the necessity of bolstering legal and institutional frameworks while highlighting the pivotal role of civil society in championing transparency and accountability in public debt management.