Best ISACA Podcasts (2025)

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How auditors can leverage the technological evolution to their advantage: ISACA 28:54

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Artificial intelligence is the topic the entire accounting industry can't get enough of, with it likely to impact every aspect of the profession. On this insightful episode of the Accountants Daily Insider, ISACA director of event content development, Paul Phillips, joins all the way from the US to share professional expertise and advice about how …

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Under the Hood: Super, SMSFs and buying property 44:55

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This week on UTH we are joined once again by Miriam Holme and David Perrott of FAB Tax to chat about all things SMSFs and superannuation – what you can do, what you shouldn't do and what needs to change. Tune in to hear more: How Miriam bought her business property through her SMSF. The controversy associated with this, how it can be accomplished a…

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TCW Episode 84: From the Military to Freelance Cybersecurity 39:45

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Summary In this episode, Hugh Shepherd Jr shares his extensive journey in cybersecurity, detailing his transition from military service to a successful freelance career. He discusses the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and building relationships in the field. Hugh emphasizes the value of volunteering as a stepping stone to paid opp…

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Under the Hood: Inside the mind of one of Australia's top liquidators 40:51

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Jarvis Archer, Business Reset director and registered liquidator, joins us on UTH this week to share his renowned expertise in insolvency, SBR, and the small business landscape. Tune in to hear more about: Jarvis' current outlook on the insolvency industry. When, how and why SBR works versus when it doesn't. Director penalty notices and director lo…

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TCW Episode 83: Cyber Sec Advisory Serianu 47:42

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Summary In this episode of Cyber Weekly, Deo Okello interviews Martin Kamethu, a cybersecurity consultant at Serianu. Martin shares his journey into cybersecurity, discussing the various roles he has held and the importance of continuous learning. He emphasizes the need for effective communication with boards regarding cybersecurity risks and inves…

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Under the Hood: Building the firm for YOU and the future 41:54

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This week on UTH, we are celebrating one year with Natalie Lennon, founder and director of Two Sides Accounting. Natalie shares the challenges and big wins involved with starting your own firm shaped around personal goals, values and ambitions. Tune in to hear more about: Nat's journey to founding and running her own accounting firm. Understanding …

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280 - 11/3 - Chazz Gifford, VP Information Security @ Intrado 1:37:06

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Our featured guest this month is Chazz Gifford, VP Information Security @ Intrado, interviewed by Frank Victory. News from Palantir, Lumen, the State of Colorado, Red Canary, Optiv, and a lot more!Come join us on the Colorado = Security Slack channel to meet old and new friends.Sign up for our mailing list on the main site to receive weekly updates…

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The value of strategic relationships between accountants and brokers 34:10

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As regulations get more complex, accounting firms are teaming up with brokerages to give their clients better financial outcomes. Tune in to this episode of Accountants Daily Insider to hear from Tom and Ben Hawley, founders of Azura Financial, to find out how brokers and accountants can create strategic relationships to help clients and drive furt…

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What the f*** is strategic advisory? 35:25

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This week on the Accountants Daily Podcast Network we are introducing Brent Szalay, managing director of Leaders in Business, to the first episode of a new 12-month series. Over the next 12 months, Szalay will be chatting with co-host Imogen about all things 'advisory', sharing what the f*** it actually is, and how accountants can be doing it bette…

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Under the Hood: The lowdown on Payday Super, Div 296 changes 30:05

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On this co-hosted episode of Under the Hood, Imogen and Lee-Ann talk about the various changes in the super landscape as of late. From the introduction of Payday Super legislation to parliament to Treasurer Jim Chalmers' shock Div 296 announcement, the pair unpack it all. Tune in to hear more about: Payday Super and its current timeline. A deep div…

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TCW Episode 81: Compliance Deep Dive 48:30

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Trailer 1:39

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Dive into a fast, no-fluff overview of what this podcast delivers, who it’s for, and how each episode helps you level up with practical, real-world takeaways. In this trailer, you’ll hear the show’s promise, the format you can expect, and a sneak peek at the kinds of stories, tips, and expert insights coming your way. Hit follow to get new episodes…

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Trailer 1:43

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Dive into a fast, no-fluff overview of what this podcast delivers, who it’s for, and how each episode helps you level up with practical, real-world takeaways. In this trailer, you’ll hear the show’s promise, the format you can expect, and a sneak peek at the kinds of stories, tips, and expert insights coming your way. Hit follow to get new episodes…

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Trailer 1:43

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Dive into a fast, no-fluff overview of what this podcast delivers, who it’s for, and how each episode helps you level up with practical, real-world takeaways. In this trailer, you’ll hear the show’s promise, the format you can expect, and a sneak peek at the kinds of stories, tips, and expert insights coming your way. Hit follow to get new episodes…

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TCW Episode 80: ISACA Diary's 14:34

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Summary This conversation explores the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, focusing on the insights gained from the East Africa Conference, the importance of risk management and ISO frameworks, and the challenges faced by women in the cybersecurity field. The speaker emphasizes the need for tailored approaches in consulting and the significance of…

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Under the Hood: Cheers! With Two Drunk Accountants 41:49

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This week on Under the Hood, Imogen is joined by the podcast legends themselves, Tim Garth and Dan Osborne, aka Two Drunk Accountants. Tim and Dan share their own business story, their perspective of AI, and the wins and challenges associated with running a small business. Tune in to hear more: How the Two Drunk Accountants came to be. How Tim and …

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279 - 10/6 - Greg Foss, Manager - Threat Detection @ Datadog 1:23:10

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Our featured guest this week is Greg Foss, Manager - Threat Detection @ Datadog, interviewed by Frank Victory. News from Echostar, Space Command, DenAI Summit, CU Boulder, Webroot, Red Canary, Zvelo, Optiv, Ping Identity, and a lot more!You can find Greg and Frank at the following events if you’d like to see them in purpose:Greg:Lunch keynote at th…

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Under the Hood: Here comes Bendel… again 28:15

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This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by co-host Lee-Ann Hayes and guest Tiffany Douglas, tax training team lead at TaxBanter, to recap the infamous Bendel case. As the High Court is set to hear the case once again on 14 October, Lee-Ann and Tiffany unpack all possible outcomes. Tune in to hear more about: Recap of the Bendel case, and what has happen…

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Under the Hood: The future of business in the accounting industry 40:43

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Joining UTH this week is My Accounts managing partner, Noel Tiufino, to chat about all things business, technology, guided strategy and human leadership. With multiple laughs along the way, Noel shares his insights into what it means to stay ahead of the curve. Tune in to hear more about: Noel's career path and how it led him to where he is today. …

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Helping business stay ahead of the curve and move with the times 41:09

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On this episode of Accountants Daily Insider, we hear from head of growth and customer success at Pinch Payments, Joe McCord. Joe delves into Pinch's business strategies, goals and achievements and how it helps businesses seamlessly manage their cash flow. Tune in to hear more about: Innovative marketing channels. Payment options that help decrease…

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Under the Hood: Hear from us: Accountants Daily v Accounting Times 29:20

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This week on Under the Hood, Imogen invites colleague and fellow accounting journalist, Emma Partis, onto the podcast to delve into the ins and outs of Accounting Times. Emma shares the core difference between the two titles and details what makes her day in the accounting news world. Tune in to hear more about: Key differences between Accountants …

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Under the Hood: FTDT – the sleeping giant awakes 38:11

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This week on UTH, Imogen learns the ins and outs of family trust elections and family trust distributions tax with Robyn Jacobson, senior advocate at The Tax Institute. Tune in to hear more about: Why there is increased interest in family trusts and family trust elections. The key features of family trust elections. FTE, FTDT, IEE, and what they al…

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278 - 9/8 - Jason Hayes, President of Colorado CSA 1:28:38

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Our feature guest this week is Jason Hayes, President of Colorado CSA, interviewed by Frank Victory. News from Elitch Gardens, Xcel, EchoStar, Palantir, DaVita, Swimlane and a lot more!Come join us on the Colorado = Security Slack channel to meet old and new friends.Sign up for our mailing list on the main site to receive weekly updates - https://w…

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How alternative financing is transforming SME growth: OptiPay 38:37

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On this episode of the Accountants Daily Insider, Angus Sedgwick, chief executive of OptiPay, unveils the transformative potential of alternative financing, not just as a solution to cash flow challenges, but as a strategic tool for growth. As businesses and accountants navigate an increasingly complex economic landscape, the insights shared in thi…

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Elevate Your Career with Lauren Hasson 18:06

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Lauren Hasson is the Founder of DevelopHer, an award-winning career development platform. In this podcast, she'll share a bit about her background and give a sneak peek at her upcoming CPE-eligible event.By ISACA Podcast

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Under the Hood: How accountants and bookkeepers can strengthen their relationship 35:13

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This week, Kathi Tait, founder of Tradie Books and winner of Bookkeeper of the Year at the Australian Accounting Awards 2025, joins Imogen on UTH to share her views on how accountants and bookkeepers can strengthen their working relationship. Tune in to hear more about: Kathi's career journey and business story. Her win at the Australian Accounting…

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Under the Hood: Challenging the trusted adviser myth 39:22

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This week on UTH, Imogen is joined by business adviser Eddie Senatore to challenge the meaning and value provided by 'trusted advisers'. Eddie conducted comprehensive research into the advisory space and shares his findings behind the UTH mic. Tune in to hear more about: Eddie's research and why he conducted it. The four key themes found within the…

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Under the Hood: Tax reform at the Economic Reform Roundtable 29:25

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This week on UTH, John Ioannou, national head of tax at Macpherson Kelley, jumps on to talk about tax reform, why it's needed, and what he expects the Economic Reform Roundtable to deliver. Tune in to hear more about: John's perspective on tax and tax reform as an expert within the legal field. His recent appointment to The Tax Institute's National…

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TCW Episode 79: VP 45:10

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TCW Episode 78: Threats 101 29:07

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Under the Hood: Do you have a business exit strategy? 21:47

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This week on UTH, Sonia Gibson, founder of Accounting Heart, joins Imogen to chat about the importance of business succession, exit strategies, and why more business owners need to take the concept seriously. Tune in to hear more about: What business succession means and why it's important. Why such a big gap in business succession knowledge exists…

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Under the Hood: Accounting tech update for Q2 2025 58:28

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This week on Under the Hood, we hear from our friends Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey, co-hosts of the Accounting Apps podcast. Heather and Tyler share all the insider information you need to know about the technology space over the course of Q2 2025. Tune in to hear more about: The latest in the accounting tech space over April, May and June 2025. …

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277 - 8/4 - Josh Peltz, VP West @ Zero Networks 57:24

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Our feature guest this week is Josh Peltz, VP of the West for Zero Networks. News from Eldora, COOP Rideshare, Red Canary, Optiv, zvelo and a lot more!Come join us on the Colorado = Security Slack channel to meet old and new friends.Sign up for our mailing list on the main site to receive weekly updates - https://www.colorado-security.com/. If you …

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TCW Episode 77: All Hats 42:10

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Your guide to QuickBooks Online Advanced 21:38

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As businesses expand, their accounting needs evolve. In this episode we explore QuickBooks Online Advanced, the new and improved solution built for growth. Is your client's business outgrowing their current accounting solution? This podcast dives into QuickBooks Online Advanced, the robust solution designed specifically for growing businesses with …

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Under the Hood: Are you ahead of the ESG curve? 38:08

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This week Sarah Lawrance, founder and chief executive of Hot Toast, joins UTH to talk about how she is staying ahead of the sustainability curve, welcoming AI and countless industry opportunities with open arms! Tune in to hear more about: Sarah's recent dou at the Australian Accounting Awards 2025. How Hot Toast is approaching sustainability to he…

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TCW Episode 76: vCISO 56:53

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Under the Hood: Partner promotions and a 'lumpy' tax bill 28:33

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On this week's episode of UTH, Ankit Sharma, partner at Pitcher Partners, jumps on to talk about the tax and practical implications associated with becoming a partner in a professional services firm. With the promotion comes great responsibility – and a "lumpy" tax bill! Tune in to hear more about: What it means to be promoted to partner. The consi…

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TCW Episode 75: Cyber mentor 58:13

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Under the Hood: GST reform: To be, or not to be? 43:51

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This week Miriam Holme and David Perrott from Fab Tax join Imogen on UTH to chat about their thoughts on GST reform, its history and if it is a framework that needs to be revised. Their take on GST might surprise you! Tune in to hear about: Why GST was first introduced. How GST was first proposed to the Australian community and the history beforeha…

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TCW Episode 74: IT Risk 42:58

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Under the Hood: The IT knowledge gap in accounting firms 40:23

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This week on UTH, Alan FitzGerald, founder of Practice Connections Advisory, and Matthew Peng, managing director of Business Continuum, join Imogen to share their thoughts on the IT knowledge gap in accounting firms, why it needs crucial attention and what they're doing to fix it. As the technology space rapidly evolves, accounting firms are being …

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Episode 105: Evaluating Risks of Emerging Technologies and Practices 11:15

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Staying ahead of risk means understanding new technologies and trends. This episode focuses on how to evaluate emerging threats related to artificial intelligence, blockchain, edge computing, and evolving regulatory landscapes. You will learn how to audit control readiness, policy alignment, and adoption strategies—essential knowledge for CISA ques…

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Episode 104: Providing Guidance on Information Systems Quality Improvement 10:07

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Auditors are expected to identify improvement opportunities and support quality initiatives. In this episode, you will learn how to evaluate continuous improvement programs, recommend control enhancements, and review post-audit actions. You will also explore how these contributions strengthen governance and demonstrate audit value on the CISA exam.…

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Episode 103: Evaluating Threat and Vulnerability Management 10:44

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Organizations must proactively manage threats and vulnerabilities to remain secure. This episode covers how to audit threat intelligence collection, vulnerability assessments, scanning schedules, remediation timelines, and patch prioritization. You will also learn how to tie findings to control effectiveness and audit risk—core tasks for CISA candi…

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Episode 102: Evaluating Shadow IT Risks and Controls 11:01

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Shadow IT introduces risk outside of sanctioned governance. This episode teaches you how to audit unsanctioned applications, unauthorized system use, and spreadsheet-based end-user tools. You will also learn how to identify detection methods, review compensating controls, and evaluate policies to reduce shadow IT exposure—skills that frequently app…

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Episode 101: Evaluating Policies Related to IT Asset Lifecycle Management 11:03

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IT assets require controls from acquisition through disposal. In this episode, you will learn how to evaluate lifecycle policies, including procurement, tagging, usage, reassignment, retirement, and data sanitization. These areas are tested in Domain 4 and require auditors to verify asset traceability, accountability, and risk mitigation. Ready to …

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Episode 100: Evaluating Privacy and Data Classification Programs 11:17

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Privacy and data classification are integral to protecting information assets. This episode explains how to audit privacy frameworks, policy enforcement, classification schemes, and data-handling procedures. You will also learn how to assess program maturity and legal compliance, which are critical for high-scoring performance on the CISA exam. Rea…

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Episode 99: Evaluating Data Governance Program 10:50

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Data governance defines how information is managed, secured, and used. This episode covers how to evaluate data ownership, stewardship, classification, and lifecycle controls. You will learn how auditors assess alignment with policies and regulatory requirements, making this a key episode for Domain 2 and Domain 5 exam success. Ready to start your …

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Episode 98: Evaluating IT Operations and Maintenance Practices 10:38

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Operations and maintenance are critical to IT service delivery and risk control. In this episode, you will learn how to audit operational support, preventive maintenance routines, service management processes, and monitoring controls. The CISA exam frequently tests your ability to identify deficiencies in daily IT operations. Ready to start your jo…