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Closed! NYC's Real Estate PodcastMamdani, Charter Reforms & NYC Real Estate with Greg DavidOn this episode, Lee is joined by Greg David, an accomplished journalist for The City magazine to talk about the implications of a potential rent freeze, charter reforms, and more. Before becoming a journalist, Greg spent 35 years as an editor, editorial director, and columnist at Crain’s New York Business. He is also the director of the business and economics reporting program at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY as well as the Ravitch Fiscal Reporting Program. For more from Greg David, you can find him at https://www.thecity.nyc/author/greg-david/.
2025-11-2531 min
Beyond Tax SeasonA Business Plan is VitalTrow talks with David Bergstein, a 40-year veteran of the accounting profession, about what it really takes to grow beyond a million-dollar firm. They cover practical strategies for marketing, pricing on value, building a team of A-players, and leveraging AI all with one goal: helping firm owners achieve their dreams.
2025-08-3139 min
Pro Politics with Zac McCraryA Master Class in Political Communications, with Democratic Comms Veteran David BergsteinSend us a textDavid Bergstein, Communications Director for Senator Cory Booker, is one of the most accomplished communications professionals working in Democratic politics - working tough campaigns across the country and stints at the DNC, DCCC, and DSCC. In this conversation, we talk his path to politics out of a political family in Portland, OR, why he gravitated to comms, lessons learned on early races, some of his favorite press gimmicks, the difference in working campaigns vs. committees, some of the saviest pols he's worked with, the changing face of political communications & much more.
2025-07-2957 minClosed! NYC's Real Estate PodcastVishaan ChakrabartiOn today’s episode of Closed!, we’re diving into the future of cities with one of the leading voices in urban design. Lee sits down with Vishaan Chakrabarti, architect, urban planner, and founder of Practice for Architecture and Urbanism (PAU) to discuss his his vision for sustainable, equitable, and vibrant cities.Listen in to get a glimpse into Vishaan's career in both the public and private sectors—from advising Mayor Bloomberg on post-9/11 urban planning to leading transformative projects like the redevelopment of the Domino Sugar Refinery (one of the coolest developments in the city, from f...
2025-03-1331 min
Accounting High224 Guide to Ground your Growth with Gratitude (feat. Tim Petrey, CPA)Episode 224
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FACULTY: Tim Petrey, CPA
CLASS: #TheGuide
In this episode of the podcast, Scotty interviews Tim Petrey, CPA about his approach to firm growth with gratitude. Tim shares his journey from washing semi trucks to building a successful CPA firm and several other ventures. Tim emphasizes...
2024-09-0836 min
CPA Trendlines Podcasts150 Hours Revisited: The Profession Needs a FaceliftWhat if pipeline issues aren't related to education or experience, but rather just image?With Steven SacksThe NEW Fundamentals: Thriving in DisruptionWhile firms and accountants continue to lament staffing challenges and research continues into finding workable solutions for firms and finance teams of all sizes, one idea that is beginning to gain more traction has less to do with education versus experience and more to do with marketing.David Bergstein, CPA, CITP, CGMA, discussed the profession's future, specifically the ongoing discourse surrounding the perceived necessity of...
2024-07-2815 min
Accounting Today PodcastIs there a fiscal doctor in the house?What it means to be an accountant is changing -- and that may be an important part of attracting more young people too the profession, says David Bergstein.
2024-05-2030 min
Objection! You're FictionJury Duty - David Brown (Todd)On today's episode of Objection! You're Fiction we interview the improv mastermind behind fan-favorite character Todd of Jury Duty.Jury Duty took the world by storm last year on FreeVee, and David Brown delighted fans and participants alike with his portrayal of the socially awkward, bio-modification obsessed Todd.We get insight into the cast (jury?) selection process, the preparation everyone went through to walk the tightrope of realism and comedy, and just how tricky it is to remain in-character through days of simulated tedium.So pull up some chair-pants, and...
2024-05-0841 min
Earmark Podcast | Earn Free Accounting CPENavigating the Identity Crisis in the CPA ProfessionThe CPA profession faces an identity crisis, with challenges in the candidate pipeline, non-attest services' role, and CPE's effectiveness. This webinar explores the impact of the fifth-year requirement, the value of consulting services, the need for engaging CPE, and the use of the CPA designation in non-traditional roles. Join our expert panel as we discuss solutions to navigate the profession's challenges and opportunities and redefine the CPA identity in an ever-changing landscape.(This episode originally aired on April 9, 2024 on Earmark Webinars+)SponsorShareFile - https://earmarkcpe.promo/sharefileChapters(01:11...
2024-04-221h 00Accounting High202 Fiscal Doctor with a Millennial Mindset since 1962 (feat. David Bergstein, CPA)Episode 202
FACULTY: David Bergstein, CPA
CLASS: #TheGuide
In this episode, Scott interviews David Bergstein, a CPA, covering various aspects of David's journey in accounting and his insights into the profession from his decades of experience. They discuss topics such as the relevance of becoming a CPA for young people, marketing strategies for accounting firms, the future of the accounting profession including automation and remote firms, strategies for firm growth, and the bright future ahead.
Shout Outs: Ed Mendlowitz, Roman Kevchak, Randy Johnson, Randy Crabtree, BotKeeper Conference, Prime Global Conference, BKR Conference...
2024-04-0745 minObjection! You're FictionThe Producers (1967)On this exciting episode of "Objection! You're Fiction" Lee and Mike sit down to chat with our good friend David Slarskey to take a look behind the curtain at the Mel Brooks masterpiece "The Producers" (1967).This sidesplitting comedy is the oldest film we've looked at so far, and deserves to be remembered as ahead of its (spring)time. David is both a playwright and fellow lawyer who helps us break down the many defrauded investors and arson attempts as bumbling buffoons Bialystock and Bloom break laws and moral codes in search of the elusive greatest flop...
2024-04-0135 min
Contemporánea20. Karlheinz StockhausenPiedra angular de las vanguardias desde la escuela de Darmstadt, el compositor alemán es responsable directo de casi toda revolución musical acaecida desde entonces. Autor de la primera pieza electroacústica de la Historia, es uno de los creadores de música y sonido que más incontestable devoción ha despertado en la cultura popular._____Has escuchado“A Day in the Life”. YouTube Vídeo. Publicado por The Beatles, 28 de octubre de 2015: [Vídeo]Gesang der Jünglinge (1956). Deutsche Grammophon (1957)“Helikopter-Streichquartett (Helicopter Quartet) - Karlheinz Stockhausen”. E...
2024-02-0413 min
WJPZ at 50T-Bone! Programmer Mike Tierney, Class of '91 and '93Mike "T-Bone" Tierney may have known more classes in JPZ's history than anyone - having worked at Z89 as a high schooler, undergrad, and grad student. So it's no surprise many of his contemporaries consider him one of WJPZ's greatest program directors.T-Bone went to Nottingham High School, and saw a recruitment flyer for summer staffers while visiting Bird Library. He walked in that day, was immediately training, and worked his way up from overnights to the Top 8 at 9 that summer.You'd think this would have led him immediately to SU, but he actually spend at...
2024-01-0857 minObjection! You're FictionOn this episode of Objection! Your Fiction, Lee and Cooper chat with Rubin, Fiorella & Friedman LLP partner—and 90210 superfan—Michael Tomsky about the potential liability issues in Season 2 Episode 14 “The Next Fifty Years.” The group breaks down the scene of Scott accidentally shooting himself in the stomach to ask the following questions—was this a gun issue or a user issue? Does the “zone of danger” apply to David as a witness? Is there a potential for a suit against the parents? Find out the answers to these and more in our fascinating conversation about a 90s classic. Let us know what yo...
2023-12-0146 minClosed! NYC's Real Estate PodcastDavid Lombino: Developing the Refinery at DominoOn this episode of the Closed! podcast Brad and Cooper chat with David Lombino, the managing director of external affairs at Two Trees, about the newly opened Refinery at Domino. The Refinery at Domino is the centerpiece of the 11-acre Domino Sugar Factory site in Williamsburg -- a 15-story, 460,000-square-foot Class A office space built within an industrial brick structure originally completed in 1884. During the conversation Lombino shares the history of the project, including how Two Trees acquired the property, why they made the decision to turn this building into office space (when it was originally supposed to be...
2023-10-2329 minCPA Trendlines PodcastsWhich is Better: A Year of Education or A Year of Experience? Featuring David Bergstein and Steven SacksThe 150-hour rule is facing harsh criticism in the accounting staffing crisis.With Steven SacksThe NEW Fundamentals: Thriving in DisruptionThere is a movement afoot by the state CPA societies to reconsider whether the fifth year of an accounting program that offers the student a Master’s in Accounting is worth the cost, not to mention the increased complexity of business requiring as much exposure and experience as necessary to groom the younger professionals.FULL SHOW NOTES: hereMORE STEVE SACKS: Sell Service, Not Ho...
2023-08-1315 min
The Unique CPAYou Heard It Here, Too!Continuing the theme of special episodes around the century mark, The Unique CPA presents a re-broadcast of Randy Crabtree's recent appearance On The Air with Accounting Today. Host Daniel Hood leads a discussion with Randy and other guests David Bergstein and Jasen Stein of the AccounTrends Podcast focusing on the future of accounting and how best to stay on top of all the changes the profession is undergoing. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
2023-04-2544 minClosed! NYC's Real Estate PodcastDavid Sheldon: Saving the SeaportDavid Sheldon is a coordinator and member of the community advocacy group Save Our Seaport, which is part of the Seaport Coalition. The Seaport Coalition recently came out victorious in a lawsuit against the Landmark Preservation Committee (LPC) over approval to build a tower in place of a parking lot (South St. Seaport Coalition v. LPC). In this episode of the Closed podcast Cooper Knowlton and Michael Flynn chat with David about this case, and discuss the larger implications that this matter may have on development and the preservation of historical sites in New York City. Give it a list...
2023-04-2230 minAccounting Today PodcastYou heard it here!Accounting podcasters Randy Crabtree (of The Unique CPA podcast), and David Bergstein and Jasen Stine (of the Accountrends podcast) share the most interesting things they've learned from guests, as well as the big ideas they think accountants should be focusing on.
2023-04-1044 min
Exceptionally Bad: Movie ReviewsAccidental Love (2015)In a world with strange ED side effects and nail gun accidents run rampant, Alice Eckle will go to Washington insearch of healthcare reform and will accidentally fall in love! The guys (Ben, Bracken, Brant, Nate and producer, Danny) conclude the first mini-season of Rom Coms discussing Nailed!.... I mean Accidental Love. Is this film Exceptionally Bad or just Bad? This movie stars Jessica Biel, Jake Gyllenhaal, James Marsden, Tracy Morgan, Beverly D’Angelo, Jenny Gulley, Malinda Williams, Kurt Fuller, Bill Hader, Catherine Keener, Paul Rubens, James Brolin, and Kirstie Alley. Follow us on Instagram @ExceptionallyBad and Twitter @XceptionallyBad or...
2023-02-141h 15
What's Your "And"?561: David Bergstein is a Chief Innovation Officer & Pickleball Player [podcast]David Bergstein, the Chief Innovation Officer of Bergstein CPA, talks about his hobbies of racquet sports, mainly pickleball, how it has helped him establish relationships both personally and professionally, why it's so important to be yourself in the workplace, and much more!
2023-01-2524 minClosed! NYC's Real Estate PodcastProfessor Richard Peiser: New Towns and the Future of DevelopmentIn this episode David Friedman and Cooper Knowlton chat with Professor Richard Peiser. Professor Peiser is the Michael D. Spear Professor of Real Estate Development at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design, and wrote the textbook for Professional Real Estate Development. His most recent academic offerings include the Urban Land Institute’s “Guide to the Business” of Professional Real Estate Development and the Routledge Companion to Real Estate Development. In this conversation Professor Peiser discusses a variety of topics including his research on new towns, how the economic downturn will affect real estate development, and the affects of Covid on the r...
2022-07-1428 minCPA Trendlines PodcastsHow Private Equity Changes EverythingChanging the way firms are structured, operated, and financially managedWith Steven SacksFor CPA TrendlinesThe CPA profession is entering another period of shifts in how firms will attain growth levels – the main force being the influx of private capital entering the accounting profession, according to David Bergstein, CPA, CITP, CGMA.See more hereNew, external investments will change the way firms are structured, operated, and financially managed, as well as granting them increased capabilities to make more strategic decisions, Bergstein tells Sacks for CPA Trendlines.
2022-03-1912 min
The Modern CPA Success ShowModern CPA Success Show's Best of 2021"As a CPA firm, we're big into numbers, we're big into data. And, we do look at this data to try to determine what our future topics are going to be and how to make sure that our podcasts are hitting the audience." - Jamie NauThe finer details of this episode :What are the top performing podcasts episodes on the Modern CPA Success Show in 2021?What three topics drive more podcast downloads?Why did these topics perform well? Top 10 Episodes:The Future of Virtual CFO Services with Rick Telberg of CPA TrendlinesThe Pla...
2022-02-2110 min
AccounTrends: The tax and accounting thought leadership podcastThe Secret to Surviving the "Great Resignation"Technology has infiltrated every industry and accounting is no exception to this trend. The pandemic ushered in this advancement faster than we’ve witnessed in years past. With remote work taking hold and people leaving their current jobs to explore other opportunities, firms are finding it harder than ever to staff up. Automation is the technology solution firms are gravitating toward. Join Darren Root, CEO of Rootworks as he talks with hosts Jasen Stine and David Bergstein about how moving forward with technology in your firm is the key to surviving the “Great Resignation”.
2021-12-0724 min
The FlyDavid Bergstein: "Senate Democrats Have Kept Our Promises"Enjoy this Thanksgiving BONUS episode with the Fly! We are joined by DSCC Communications Director David Bergstein. We talk 2022 election prospects, candidates to watch, and the Democratic Party's message heading into the midterms. Bergstein also touches on how the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill will impact senate races across the country.
2021-11-2910 minPro Politics with Zac McCraryThe Rise of Raghu DevaguptapuSend us a textNot many people have a story in politics like Raghu Devaguptapu...son of Indian immigrants, making the jump from touring with a band to working in politics, working at the upper echelons of both state and national politics, and then co-founding his own media firm. This is a great conversation talking through Raghu's early life, key moments in his career, and insight and advice from a one-of-a-kind career in politics. IN THIS EPISODE…Raghu grows up in Wisconsin as the son of immigrants straddling the worlds of bei...
2021-09-1453 min
CPA Trendlines PodcastsDavid Bergstein on Leveraging Knowledsge, Not Just ProcessWith Steven SacksTo be more competitive, CPAs need to shift their focus from compliance service to process-oriented, value-added work, veteran CPA David Bergstein tells CPA Trendlines. This means working with clients to understand their business operations, competition, and financial challenges, such as liquidity, solvency, and profitability.The Key Takeaways:Accountants need to switch their focus to look to the future and real-time accounting, which means that the right way of doing things these days is to take advantage of all technology and automation.It’s a small and mid-size business that doesn’t ha...
2021-03-2814 minThe Modern CPA Success ShowAdapting in the Age of Automation with David Bergstein"I think the future of accounting is automation and advisory services." - David Bergstein The finer details of this episode Understanding the importance of automation and innovationProcess of choosing the best platforms to automate processesWhy moving to the cloud is the way forward for CPA firmsHow to add value through advisoryEpisode resourcesSummit CPA website - www.summitcpa.netEmail us with questions - cpa@summitcpa.netBergstein CPA website - www.bergsteincpa.com/
2021-03-1526 min
CPA Trendlines PodcastsDavid Bergstein - What's a Bot?David Bergstein, CPA, CITP, CGMA, is a leader in tax and accounting technology issues, and a sought-after speaker, writer, and practitioner.David has been in the accounting industry for many years and has been a practicing accountant since 1966. While at the IRS he held various positions, including agent, trainer, speaker and technical chief.He received his CPA and a Masters in Taxation from Long Island University’s CW Post College. He was an accounting professor at Suffolk County Community College in New York for more than 15 years. He blogs on technology and new ideas in the gl...
2020-11-1311 min
CPA Trendlines PodcastsDavid Bergstein: Your Competition Isn't Who You think It IsSteven Sacks, author of The NEW Fundamentals, interviews David Bergstein, who says a perfect storm of emerging technologies, a competitive shakeout in accounting, and COVID-fueled change is creating a new range of challenges for accounting firms.The good news is: There are more opportunities than challenges. But You need to move fast. The window of opportunity won't last forever."The world is changing," says Bergstein, now chief innovation officer of Brookstone CPA, based in Margate, Fla. Before launching Brookstone, Bergstein was most recently as "cloud evangelist" for Intuit."CPAs are l...
2020-10-0233 min
80s Flick Flashback#10 - “Dirty Dancing” (1987) with Tyra WilliamsIn 1987 a small Connecticut-based direct-to-video company made their first feature film for a true theatrical release. With low expectations from investors due to a female-driven plot in the midst of a testosterone-heavy Summer blockbuster season, this small movie became a word of mouth sleeper hit, made a dancing football player turned actor into a bonafide sex symbol movie star, and birthed the world-wide phenomenon called, “Dirty Dancing”.
On this episode, Tim Williams and guest co-host Tyra Williams share their memories of this 80's romantic classic. They also share favorite characters, movie moments, and behind the sc...
2020-08-0847 min
The Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein of the DNC discusses the latest in the 2020 ElectionDavid Bergstein of the DNC discusses the latest in the 2020 Election
2020-07-2212 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein, director of Battleground States Communications with the Democratic Party, discusses the 2020 ElectionDavid Bergstein, director of Battleground States Communications with the Democratic Party, discusses the 2020 Election
2020-05-2012 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein with the Ohio Democratic Party discusses the presidential primaryDavid Bergstein with the Ohio Democratic Party discusses the presidential primary
2020-04-0811 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein from the Democratic Party discusses the campaign amid COVID-19David Bergstein from the Democratic Party discusses the campaign amid COVID-19
2020-03-2011 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein discusses results from Super TuesdayDavid Bergstein discusses results from Super Tuesday
2020-03-0412 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein of the DNC discusses the Nevada Caucus and the upcoming debateDavid Bergstein of the DNC discusses the Nevada Caucus and the upcoming debate
2020-02-1912 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein with the DNC talks about the New Hampshire PrimaryDavid Bergstein with the DNC talks about the New Hampshire Primary
2020-02-1113 minThe Unique CPADavid Bergstein: Technology and Accounting in the 21st CenturyDavid Bergstein has been in the accounting profession for 50 years. He has had experience in a variety of interesting roles, including IRS Chief. Seen as a visionary by many, David has won several awards in the industry, is an adjunct college professor. In this episode, we get a look at why he is highly active on social media, as well as how important it is to keep up with technology and especially as it pertains to business. Get the full show notes and more resources at https://TheUniqueCPA.com
2019-12-1726 minThe Scott Sands ShowDavid Bergstein of the DNC discusses the Impeachment HearingsDavid Bergstein of the DNC discusses the Impeachment Hearings
2019-11-2012 min
The WheelhouseLawmakers Chide Governor's Tax Proposals, Grill DECD Commissioner PickGovernor Ned Lamont has said he is open to negotiating almost everything in his budget proposal. Well, it seems like lots of people are going to take him up on his offer. State legislators on opposite sides of the political spectrum are panning Lamont's plan to raise more than $500 million by expanding the goods and services subject to the state's sales tax. Union leaders feel slighted by his call for them to back changes to cost-of-living increases for future retired state workers. And Lamont's push for highway tolls faces local, state, and federal hurdles.
2019-02-2749 min
Two Lawyers Walk Into A BarDavid Shanies: How One Case Can Change Your LifeDavid Shanies is a skilled litigator who started his own civil rights practice after spending ten years as an associate at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. In this episode David discusses how he ended up at NYU Law School, his years at Hughes Hubbard, his experience clerking, and the pro bono case that changed his life. David also shares advice for anyone thinking about starting their own practice and gives some insight on how he finds clients.You can learn more about David here.And to learn more about Cooper and Lee visit www...
2018-05-3040 min
The BusinessThe Inside Scoop on Outside Financing ScandalsProducer David Bergstein seems to have pulled the financial wool over Hollywood's eyes. We get answers to the question "how does this keep happening?" with prolific producer Art Linson. He worked with the last David Bergstein, bigger-than-life financier Elie Samaha.
2010-04-0529 min
CUNY TV's The Stoler ReportAlternative Sources of Real Estate Lending During the RecessionIra Bergstein, Principal, Palisades Financial Gideon Gil Managing Principal, Madison Realty Capital Greta Guggenheim, President, Ladder Capital Finance LLC David Heiden, Partner, W Financial Mortgage Fund
2009-03-3129 min