Episodios

  • Season 2 Episode 16: CPA Pathways: Your Questions, Our Answers

    Season 2 Episode 16: CPA Pathways: Your Questions, Our Answers
    Nov 20 2025
    Want to know more about the evolving landscape of CPA licensure? Tune in to learn about the current pathways to licensure, how states are rolling out the newest option, and what mobility means for your career. Whether you're just starting out or preparing for your next move, our guest speaker offers practical advice, transition tips, and resources to help you make informed decisions. This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest, James Cox (VP of State Advocacy & State Society Relations, AICPA). Bonus resources: Be sure to check out Your pathways to licensure where you can access informative FAQs, helpful videos, a practical decision guide, the licensure status for your state, and who to contact if you have questions.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    11 m
  • Season 2 Episode 15: Q&A with a CPA: Sim-ple Steps to TBS Success

    Season 2 Episode 15: Q&A with a CPA: Sim-ple Steps to TBS Success
    Nov 6 2025

    Learn how to master simple steps to TBS success. Listen to this episode in the "Q&A with a CPA" series for helpful guidance on task-based simulations on the CPA Exam.

    This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest, Lori Kelly (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA).

    Bonus resource: Be sure to check out a a retired task-based simulation (TBS) from the FAR section of the CPA Exam. This TBS focuses on detecting and correcting discrepancies in financial statement balances through analysis and adjusting entries. Click here for a full video walkthrough of the simulation and to download your copy of the simulation with our notes on the steps needed to complete the task.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.

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    28 m
  • Season 2 Episode 14: Q&A with a CPA: Rule the REG

    Season 2 Episode 14: Q&A with a CPA: Rule the REG
    Oct 23 2025

    Getting ready to test for the Regulation (REG) section of the CPA exam? Tune in to this episode, hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) with guest Irina Moyseyenko (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA), to understand what to expect.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    16 m
  • Season 2 Episode 13: Q&A with a CPA: Going FARther

    Season 2 Episode 13: Q&A with a CPA: Going FARther
    Oct 9 2025
    Want to go FARther in your CPA Exam journey? Learn all about the Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) section of the CPA Exam. Covering the basics and some tips to consider, join Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) as she interviews Randi Lockart (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA) to get the information you need to know.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    18 m
  • Season 2 Episode 12: Q&A with a CPA: Trust But Verify: Cracking the AUD Code

    Season 2 Episode 12: Q&A with a CPA: Trust But Verify: Cracking the AUD Code
    Sep 25 2025
    Do you have questions about the Auditing and Attestation (AUD) section of the CPA Exam? Learn about the content areas it covers, structure of the exam, and a few tips to consider as you prepare for exam day. This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest, Jennifer Bukowski (Senior Manager Examinations, AICPA).

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    20 m
  • Season 2 Episode 11: Q&A with a CPA: Exploring the CPA Exam Disciplines

    Season 2 Episode 11: Q&A with a CPA: Exploring the CPA Exam Disciplines
    Sep 11 2025
    Are you curious to learn more about the three Discipline sections on the CPA Exam? In this episode, learn about the focus of each discipline, resources available to you, and planning your path to CPA success. This episode is facilitated by Hunter Richardson (Accounting and Computer Science student at the Georgia Institute for Technology) who is joined by guest speaker Joe Maslott (Director Examinations, AICPA) and focuses on a general overview of the CPA Exam Disciplines and what you can expect.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    25 m
  • Season 2 Episode 10: Q&A with a CPA: A Day in the Life of a Cybersecurity Entrepreneur

    Season 2 Episode 10: Q&A with a CPA: A Day in the Life of a Cybersecurity Entrepreneur
    Aug 28 2025

    Discover what a typical day looks like in your dream career – insights, experiences and expert advice await!

    Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of cybersecurity? Hear an expert share his personal journey into the world of accounting, including his fascinating work as an entrepreneur in the area of cybersecurity and compliance.

    This episode is hosted by Hunter Richardson (Accounting and Computer Science student at the Georgia Institute for Technology) who is joined by guest speaker Jake Nix (Founder and CEO, RISCPoint) and focuses on valuable career insights from a day in the life of a cybersecurity entrepreneur.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    24 m
  • Season 2 Episode 9: Q&A with a CPA: Starting Strong: Where to Begin, How to Prepare, and What's Changing

    Season 2 Episode 9: Q&A with a CPA: Starting Strong: Where to Begin, How to Prepare, and What's Changing
    Aug 14 2025
    Does the thought of preparing for the CPA Exam overwhelm you? Wonder where to start first? Join us for the informative "Q&A with a CPA" podcast series to learn more about the CPA Exam and helpful guidance available during your CPA licensure journey This episode is facilitated by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker Joe Maslott (Director Examinations, AICPA).

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out upcoming AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.
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    25 m