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The Unique CPABridging Journalism and AccountingGail Perry, Editor-in-Chief of CPA Practice Advisor Magazine, joins Randy Crabtree on Episode 224 of The Unique CPA. Gail's fascinating four-decade career began as an aspiring musician, shifted to journalism, and ultimately led her to become a CPA, author of 34 books, and the owner of a small tax practice in Indianapolis. She shares stories of her early influences, her journey through diverse roles—including writing several Dummies and Idiots books—and her passion for teaching and writing in the profession. As Editor-in-Chief, Gail offers a unique perspective on the accounting world, discussing the impact of technology and AI, the evolution of r...
2025-08-1233 min
The Accounting Technology LabSecurity Risks Update - August 2023Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the current security and technology risks that accounting, tax, and other financial firms face.
2024-01-2119 minThe Accounting Technology LabReview of Microsoft CopilotTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered tool that combines the power of large language models (LLMs) with your data in the Microsoft Graph—your calendar, emails, chats, documents, meetings, and more.
2024-01-2121 minThe Accounting Technology LabAccounting Automation with Guest Jason Richelson of BookkeepTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss accounting automation tech with the co-founder of Bookkeep, Jason Richelson.
2024-01-2137 minThe Accounting Technology LabSafeguarding Client Data: IRS Pub 4557 WISPTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss client data security and the new FTC Safeguards Rule: IRS Pub 4557 (aka WISP).
2024-01-2123 minThe Accounting Technology LabThe Technology Accounting Firms Use: AFOT Survey 2023Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the 2023 Accounting Firm Operations and Technology Survey (AFOT).
2024-01-2123 minThe Accounting Technology LabAudit Technology and Data: Conversation with Jeff Gramlich of ValidisTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, talk with Jeff Gramlich of Validis about changes in audit technology and the role of data.
2024-01-2133 minThe Accounting Technology LabUpdate on the Verizon Data Breach - July 2023Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the recent Verizon data breach and what firms need to know and do to protect their firm and client data.
2024-01-2123 minThe Accounting Technology LabRecap of Scaling New Heights Conference 2023Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the recent Scaling New Heights accounting conference.
2024-01-2119 minThe Accounting Technology LabIntro to OutsourcingTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the pros and cons, as well as the technologies and liabilities, of outsourcing tax and accounting tasking.
2024-01-2124 minThe Accounting Technology LabTechnology GovernanceTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss models for technology governance.
2024-01-2122 minThe Accounting Technology LabReview of Data Driven Audit Technology TrendsTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss technology trends for audits.
2024-01-2125 minThe Accounting Technology LabRecap of AICPA's ENGAGE Conference 2023Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the 2023 AICPA Engage conference. The largest annual event by the AICPA, Engage brings together professionals in all areas of practice for education, networking, and other events.
2024-01-2124 minThe Accounting Technology LabReview of Data SnipperTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss DataSnipper, an Intelligent Automation Platform within Excel that accelerates Audit and Finance teams' productivity.
2024-01-0318 minThe Accounting Technology LabHow AI Uses Large language ModelsTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the role that large language models play in AI.
2023-12-2921 minThe Accounting Technology LabThe Truthiness of AITechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss the content quality in various AI generative content systems.
2023-12-2917 minThe Accounting Technology LabGenerative AI: Dall-E and MS-DesignerTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, CITP, CGMA discuss artificial intelligence generators Dall-E and MS-Designer.
2023-12-2918 minThe Accounting Technology LabAI in Microsoft ProductsTechnologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, CITP, CGMA discuss the built-in artificial intelligence options in Microsoft's products.
2023-12-2920 minThe Accounting Technology LabChatGPT and Accounting FirmsRandy and Brian discuss the practical application of ChatGPT for accounting professionals, as well as the possible benefits, limitations and risks.
2023-12-2918 min
What's Your "And"?285: Gail Perry is a CPA & Movie Buff & Writer [podcast]Gail Perry is a woman who can say she has done a lot of awesome things! She talks about how she transitioned from having a music major in college to picking up writing and journalism, to bookkeeping and running her own movie theater! She also talks about how these experiences helped her in her career as an accountant!
2020-06-0331 min