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INTHEBLACK

INTHEBLACK

By: CPA Australia
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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.© CPA Australia Economics Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Powering Australia’s future: Inside the battery boom

    Powering Australia’s future: Inside the battery boom
    Oct 14 2025
    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
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    17 mins
  • Responsible AI explained: What it means and why it matters

    Responsible AI explained: What it means and why it matters
    Oct 7 2025
    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
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    15 mins
  • Excel at 40: The spreadsheet that changed everything

    Excel at 40: The spreadsheet that changed everything
    Sep 23 2025
    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
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    22 mins
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