Journal of Accountancy podcast

June 18, 2026

Why mindset may matter more than technology adoption

Joel Morris of Wolters Kluwer and Tom Hood of the AICPA analyze the importance of mindset and leadership in keeping pace with the rapid rate of transformation in corporate finance and accounting. They discuss artificial intelligence, human skills development, the importance of risk mitigation in AI deployment, and the threat of irrelevance for those who don’t keep up.

June 16, 2026

How retaliation risk complicates fraud investigations

Whistleblowers play a critical role in uncovering fraud — but at what cost? The coauthor of the spring FVS Eye on Fraud report explores retaliation risks and offers practical strategies to strengthen governance and protect those who speak up. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

June 10, 2026

The power of active listening in addressing the CPA skills gap

An AICPA vice president discusses the Profession Ready Initiative and its focus on addressing emerging skills gaps for CPAs. In this podcast episode with Q&A, Carl Mayes, CPA, also answers the question, “Are you a good listener?”

June 4, 2026

Aligning with AI: Lisa Simpson on how to overcome sense of overwhelm

An AICPA vice president reflects on the growth of Town Hall and shares how CPAs can manage AI overload. Also, get a breakdown on the recent AICPA and CIMA survey on CPA decision-makers’ economic sentiment.

May 28, 2026

What CPA.com’s CEO sees next for AI, tax, and the profession

AI is rapidly reshaping accounting, and this episode explores how firms can use it to transform tax, audit, and client advisory services. Erik Asgeirsson also reflected on Town Hall’s 2020 launch and previews ENGAGE. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

May 21, 2026

Deregulation’s state of play and the threats it poses to CPA licensure

An AICPA vice president explains why CPA licensure is under pressure from state-level deregulation and what the profession can do to respond. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

May 19, 2026

How CPAs can show their value on National Accounting Day

An AICPA executive discusses the significance of National Accounting Day and encourages CPAs to share real examples of the value they deliver to clients and communities.

May 14, 2026

Worrying about what’s next? Take a minute and focus on the present

The keynote speaker for a June AICPA conference explains why focusing on the present can help finance professionals reduce stress and improve performance. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

May 7, 2026

The Auditing Standards Board’s priorities for 2026 and beyond

The chair of the AICPA Auditing Standards Board outlines the projects that are top of mind for auditors. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with Halie Creps, CPA.

April 30, 2026

The risks of quick‑turn SOC engagements and what CPAs should know

Promises of speed and simplicity are affecting the SOC marketplace. This JofA podcast episode with transcript breaks down the professional and ethical risks.

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

How to set up a simple automation in Zapier

When automating apps within the same tech ecosystem, that system’s automation options are highly effective. Tools like Zapier, though, allow automation across ecosystems. Learn how in this Tech Q&A article.