INTHEBLACK is a leadership, strategy, and business podcast from one of Australia's most respected business, accounting and finance publications – the award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine. INTHEBLACK brings together expert analysis and thought leadership across accounting, business and finance, taxation, technology, digital transformation, innovation, ethics and governance, ESG, the economy, careers, workplace and work life. Weekly episodes cover a broad range of topics that help businesses and finance professionals and corporate leaders understand, navigate and thrive in an increasingly complex business environment. Subscribe today to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes. INTHEBLACK is presented by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, with core services that include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia publishes four podcasts: With Interest, INTHEBLACK, INTHEBLACK Out Loud and Excel Tips. To find out more about our podcasts, visit https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts - or search for the shows in your podcast service. To contact the podcast team email us at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au.

  1. 22 घं॰ पहले

    Powering Australia’s future: Inside the battery boom

    Did you know that Australia is the world’s largest lithium producer? In this episode, you’ll learn more about the battery business – a complex area given its reliance on the mining sector and the associated challenges involved in extracting primary resources. Listeners will gain an expert-led view of the global battery industry, and how mining, sustainability and policy intersect to power the next generation of economic growth. Key areas covered include: What lithium is and how it powers everything from EVs to renewable storage systems Why “battery passports” are redefining responsible mining The opportunities and risks for Australia in refining and manufacturing Listen now for expert-led views and insights. Host: Patrick Viljoen, Policy Lead ESG, CPA Australia Guest: Jairo Bernal FCPA, CFO of Wildcat Resources Limited and the former Head of Finance and Company Secretary at Chilean lithium mining company SQ Learn more about the global mining industry and Jairo Bernal in this article on INTHEBLACK. And this article outlines the opportunity ahead for Australia’s battery industry. Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

    17 मिनट
  2. 7 अक्टू॰

    Responsible AI explained: What it means and why it matters

    AI is advancing fast – but is it responsible?  In this must-listen episode, global AI expert Dr Rumman Chowdhury shares what you need to know about building AI systems that are fair, transparent and future-ready.  Key insights and questions include:   Is it too late to create a responsible AI environment?  What defines responsible AI?   Managing AI bias and ethical risk   The rise of sovereign AI   Workforce disruption: preparing for AI-driven change  Is AI the final frontier for humans?   Listen now.   Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Content Editor, CPA Australia  Guest: Dr Rumman Chowdhury. She is CEO and co-founder of Humane Intelligence, a nonprofit advancing community-driven AI auditing and evaluation. As the US Science Envoy for AI, Rumman engages in global AI governance efforts with a focus on emerging markets. Previously, she led AI ethics teams at Twitter and Accenture, pioneering enterprise-level AI risk mitigation tools.  Rumman is the CEO and co-founder of Humane Intelligence, and she is speaking at this year’s CPA Congress.  You can learn more about Rumman at her website.  Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.   CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips  Search for them in your podcast platform.   Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

    15 मिनट
  3. 23 सित॰

    Excel at 40: The spreadsheet that changed everything

    For four decades, Microsoft Excel has been a cornerstone of accounting and finance. From basic calculations to complex modelling, it has transformed how professionals analyse data, solve problems and make decisions. To mark Excel’s 40th birthday, Neale Blackwood CPA reflects on Excel’s legacy and its impact on the profession. He shares his personal journey with Excel, explores its evolution from the early Mac days to the rise of AI and Python, and offers insights into why Excel remains essential in a tech-driven world. Listen now to learn:  How Excel revolutionised accounting and finance workflows  Key milestones in Excel’s 40-year journey, including the rise of VBA, PivotTables and Power BI  What Excel’s future looks like in the age of AI, automation and cloud collaboration Why Excel is still a must-have skill for finance professionals  Whether you're building financial models, exploring automation or simply aiming to sharpen your Excel skills, this episode offers insights into the past, present and future of the world's most important app for accounting and finance professionals.  Host: Tahn Sharpe, editor, INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia Guest: Neale Blackwood CPA, accountant, author and Excel traine Listen to our Excel Tips podcast here https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/excel-tips   You can read Neale Blackwood’s Excel Tips column on the INTHEBLACK website here https://intheblack.cpaaustralia.com.au/technical-skills You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.   Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.   CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips  Search for them in your podcast platform.  Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

    22 मिनट
  4. 26 अग॰

    Cultural intelligence in global finance

    In an interconnected world, one trait is fast becoming a must-have skill for finance and accounting professionals. It’s cultural intelligence.   This episode explores how understanding cultural differences and adapting your approach can elevate trust, strengthen collaboration and deliver better business outcomes.  With expert-led insights, learn how cultural conditioning shapes trust and what strategies can help you lead with authenticity while respecting cultural norms.   Learn clear, actionable ways to embed cultural agility into daily practice – from client meetings to cross-border negotiations.  Key learnings include:  How to identify and manage cultural blind spots in finance and accounting  Practical strategies to build trust across borders and multicultural teams  Why hierarchy and communication styles matter in Asia-Pacific contexts  How culturally intelligent leaders navigate ambiguity and high-stakes decisions  Tips for balancing authenticity with cultural adaptability in global business  Whether you’re leading an international team, negotiating cross-border deals or simply aiming to sharpen your Asia capability, this episode will give you insights to succeed in today’s global finance landscape.   Host: Tahn Sharpe, INTHEBLACK Editor, CPA Australia  Guest: Charlotta Oberg, Program Director, Asialink Leaders Program, Associate Director, Capability Development at Asialink Business  Links:  You can take a short, self-paced or facilitated course with the Asialink Business Academy.  Gain credentialed Asia insights and connections through the Asialink Leader Program.   And be inspired by Asia-capable leaders across sectors, including financial services.   Listen to more With Interest episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.   CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:   With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips  Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

    24 मिनट
  5. 29 जुल॰

    Private credit: Risks and rewards explained

    Private credit is booming. But do investors fully understand the risks?   In this episode, learn the mechanics of private credit, its place within the private capital universe and why it's suddenly everywhere - from retail portfolios to billion-dollar super funds.   Key takeaways include:  Why private credit is not the "bond-like risk" some claim it is  How super funds allocate private credit under regulatory pressure  Why borrower type, loan structure and economic cycles matter  What needs to change in how private credit is marketed  The potential regulatory interventions on the horizon  Whether you're an institutional investor or private wealth adviser, this episode is a must-listen.  Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia  Guest: Michael Block, CIO, Bellmont Securities   You can learn about Bellmont Securities at their website  and find them on LinkedIn.   Additionally, discover more with this overview of private credit from the RBA.  And you can read Michael’s contributions on Investor Strategy News:  The four-letter word private credit investors have forgotten   Credit's day of reckoning is upon us  You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.   Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.   CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips  Search for them in your podcast platform.   Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

    21 मिनट
  6. 15 जुल॰

    How Hobart Airport leads on climate and sustainability

    Climate change isn’t a side issue for Hobart Airport. It’s an integral part of its operations.   In this episode, discover how the Tasmanian capital’s airport integrates sustainability, including:  How Hobart Airport identifies and mitigates climate-related risks  Why sustainability is embedded across procurement, design and construction  The role of circular economy practices in infrastructure projects  How EV infrastructure is shaping the passenger experience  The value of finance-led scenario planning in managing climate impact  Dealing with external partners  Future challenges for airports.  Explore how the finance and commercial teams are central to planning and decision-making, using their strategic and analytical skills to manage risk and guide sustainable investment.   Plus, find out how they know when it’s time to bring in external expertise to manage complex risks.   This episode is essential listening for those in finance, infrastructure and strategic planning who want to understand how sustainability can be effectively integrated into operational decision-making. Host: Patrick Viljoen, Sustainability Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia  Guest: Kate Gillies CPA, CFO at Hobart Airport  Learn more about the executive leadership team running Hobart Airport, and its climate change adaptation plan.   INTHEBLACK produces articles across a wide range of areas, including this story on climate risk and tourism.   You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.   Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.   CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:   With Interest  INTHEBLACK   INTHEBLACK Out Loud  Excel Tips  Search for them in your podcast platform.   Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

    17 मिनट

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INTHEBLACK is a leadership, strategy, and business podcast from one of Australia's most respected business, accounting and finance publications – the award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine. INTHEBLACK brings together expert analysis and thought leadership across accounting, business and finance, taxation, technology, digital transformation, innovation, ethics and governance, ESG, the economy, careers, workplace and work life. Weekly episodes cover a broad range of topics that help businesses and finance professionals and corporate leaders understand, navigate and thrive in an increasingly complex business environment. Subscribe today to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes. INTHEBLACK is presented by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, with core services that include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia publishes four podcasts: With Interest, INTHEBLACK, INTHEBLACK Out Loud and Excel Tips. To find out more about our podcasts, visit https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts - or search for the shows in your podcast service. To contact the podcast team email us at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au.

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