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INTHEBLACK

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. Fortnightly episodes cover a broad range of topics that help businesses and

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19:16

Why storytelling matters in finance and leadership

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/09/29

Technical expertise can produce exact numbers. However, communicating what those numbers mean is a different, but incredibly valuable, skill. This episode explores why storytelling is becoming an increasingly important capability for accountants and finance professionals. You will learn: Why peer credibility matters alongside formal authority How storytelling can help financial insights drive action Why numbers can influence behaviour, not just describe performance

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24:17

Why change leadership starts with better questions

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/09/15

Change is the one constant in today's work landscape. This episode sparks fresh ideas on leading people through change without losing their trust or buy-in. Expert guest Richard Gerver – who has worked with Google and Deloitte and will speak on Leading Humans Through Continuous Change at CPA Congress 2026 – looks at why restructures so often fail on the human side, not the technical one. He explains why: Asking questions beats presenting answers Change works better when people have ownership

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16:47

Stewardship: Balancing profit and purpose

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/09/01

What does responsible leadership look like when short-term performance still matters? This episode explores stewardship as a practical approach to balancing profit, purpose, stakeholder interests and long-term value. Key learnings include: What stewardship means in today's leadership environment Why organisations are shifting from short-term thinking to long-term value creation The connection between purpose, values and leadership effectiveness How leaders can build cultures of accountability

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19:41

How CFOs think: Why growth does not always mean profit

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/08/27

Growth is not the problem. Undisciplined growth is. Does revenue growth without financial discipline create value or destroy is the question at the centre of this expert-led episode. The 2025 Australian Accounting Awards CFO of the Year Priyan Fernando explains why revenue growth can mask falling margins, tightening cash flow and weakening financial discipline. Listeners will learn: Why growth does not necessarily create profitability or value Where profit commonly disappears as businesses

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17:25

Why salary is no longer enough to attract and keep...

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/08/18

Salary still matters. However, it is no longer enough to attract and retain accounting and finance professionals. In this episode, explore how the Australian employment market is changing and what workers want from their careers today. The 2026/27 Hays Salary Guide answers questions you've been asking about career progression, flexibility, skills development and AI. For employers, the challenge now is building a proposition that goes beyond just pay. In the Hays Salary Guide for financial

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20:28

Cognitive bias: The hidden psychology of decision-making

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/08/04

(This is an encore presentation of this INTHEBLACK podcast episode, first published on February 3, 2026) Cognitive bias. It quietly shapes many of the decisions made in accounting and finance – often without you realising it. This unintended bias can become a risk if left unchecked – especially in professions built on precision, trust and ethical responsibility. Drawing on real-world examples, this episode explores the diverse types of cognitive bias, and how they can impact accounting and

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19:23

How to handle difficult workplace relationships

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/07/24

Every workplace has them – the colleague whose communication style grates on you, the team member whose approach seems to undermine everything you're trying to do, or the manager you simply can't read. In finance and corporate environments, where pressure is high and collaboration is non-negotiable, navigating these relationships isn't optional. In this episode of the INTHEBLACK podcast, experts discuss the reality of working with people you don't like. They explore why tension in teams

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17:04

The essential career skill you'll need in the AI era

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/07/08

The data doesn't lie. With 40 per cent of workers' current skill sets expected to be transformed or obsolete by 2030, it leads to a question many are asking: How do professionals working in finance and accounting become indispensable in the coming years? In this episode, INTHEBLACK tries to answer that by exploring the one skill that professionals can focus on to help them remain valuable. The expert insights in this episode include: Why AI widens the gap between average and

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21:47

Is HECS still delivering on its original promise?

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/06/23

HECS transformed access to higher education in Australia and became one of the country's most influential public policy innovations. But nearly four decades on, rising student debt, indexation concerns and changing graduate outcomes are raising fresh questions about whether the system still works as intended. This episode examines the origins of the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS), and how its income-contingent loan model influenced education funding around the world. It also

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16:53

Crime By Numbers: AML reforms and the gatekeepers...

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/06/09

This publication provides general information only and is not legal or professional advice. CPA Australia gives no warranties as to its accuracy, completeness or suitability and disclaims all liability for reliance on it. Listeners should seek their own independent advice for their circumstances. What does Australia's biggest AML (anti-money laundering) reform in years mean for accountants, lawyers, advisers and business owners? This episode breaks down the tranche 2 anti-money laundering

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17:13

Crime By Numbers: How criminals launder money through...

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/06/02

Ever wondered how criminal money moves through today's financial systems? The answer is more complex today than ever before. This episode explores the networks, tactics and technologies reshaping money laundering across the world. From romance scams and money mules to crypto and the metaverse, gain practical insight into how organised crime adapts to digital finance and global markets. You will learn: How money mules are recruited and used in laundering operations Why

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16:31

Crime By Numbers: Inside the money laundering economy

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/05/26

This publication provides general information only and is not legal or professional advice. CPA Australia gives no warranties as to its accuracy, completeness or suitability and disclaims all liability for reliance on it. Listeners should seek their own independent advice for their circumstances. Money laundering. It's a business that's rife worldwide, with billions of dollars illegally laundered each year. In Australia it's estimated that money laundering costs the economy A$60 billion a

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24:06

Layne Beachley's mindset strategies (including her 7%...

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/05/12

Layne Beachley AO has done it all in the sporting arena – she's a seven-time world surfing champion, after all. And through her incredible journey, she's learned powerful mindset strategies that could help you today. And it's not what you might think. Drawing on her experience as a sporting great, Layne connects elite sport principles to the realities of accounting and finance, offering practical ways to manage stress, sustain energy and make clearer decisions in demanding roles.

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22:37

How to handle a conflict of interest

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/04/30

As accountants, conflicts of interest can arise. Some say they are unavoidable. But knowing how to manage them is crucial. This episode explores how such conflicts arise – from client relationships to commercial pressures – and why managing them is critical to upholding trust in the profession. You will learn: why conflicts of interest are increasing in today's business environment the most common conflict of interest scenarios facing accountants and advisers when

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25:28

The future of accounting in an AI-driven world

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/04/14

AI is reshaping finance faster than most accounting and finance organisations are prepared for. This episode explores what that means in practice and how professionals can stay relevant as roles evolve. From automation and agentic AI to cybersecurity risks and sustainability pressures, this expert-led discussion highlights the shifts happening across finance, accounting and business in a volatile and rapidly changing world. You will learn: The biggest forces changing the profession

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43:52

From ledgers to the new AI world

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/03/31

Accounting has evolved dramatically, but its core purpose stays unchanged - enabling trust and better decision-making. In this episode, hosted by Australian comedian Lehmo, learn how the profession has moved from manual record keeping to a strategic role centred on judgement, governance and value creation. Additionally, explore why AI is transforming tools rather than replacing expertise. Key learnings from this episode: How accounting has evolved from bookkeeping to strategic

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23:34

Economic outlook for 2026: Australia and APAC

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/03/17

Gain a clear view of where the Australian and Asia-Pacific economies are heading and what it all means for finance leaders in 2026. The headlines say volatility. The data tells a more nuanced story. Inflation, interest rates, productivity and more are all explained in plain terms, translating macroeconomic signals into what matters for business leaders today. Listen for an expert view of: The economic cycle that Australia and APAC are entering The likely direction of interest

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20:31

AQ for finance leaders

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/03/03

What do you do when there is no playbook? Many finance leaders have built their careers on accuracy, clarity and control. But today's operating climate is defined by uncertainty rather than stability. Market turbulence, rapid advances in AI, organisational redesign and ongoing talent constraints are converging at the same time. In this context, success depends on more than just IQ or EQ. It now also hinges on your adaptability quotient (AQ). In this episode, explore how finance

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15:09

Office romance: How to manage the risks

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/02/17

Workplace romance happens more often than most people realise. While at its heart (no pun intended) it's a personal matter, companies today have obligations under legislation that affect how these relationships are managed. When colleagues become romantically involved, there are ways to handle it that respect personal freedom while managing organisational risk. This episode examines that tricky balancing act of respecting privacy with the current legal and ethical responsibilities of

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20:33

Cognitive bias in decision-making

INTHEBLACK ·

2026/02/03

Cognitive bias. It quietly shapes many of the decisions made in accounting and finance – often without you realising it. This unintended bias can become a risk if left unchecked – especially in professions built on precision, trust and ethical responsibility. Drawing on real-world examples, this episode explores the diverse types of cognitive bias, and how they can impact accounting and finance professionals in our day-to-day work. Key learnings include: Why cognitive bias exists and

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