The 39 Best Accounting Podcasts to Listen To

Podcasts are super hot at the moment. So it’s no surprise that accounting podcasts are also blowing up in popularity.

Below, you’ll find a hand-picked, curated list of my favorite podcasts in the accounting profession.

Get your headphones ready and settle in.

In no particular order, here are the 39 best accounting podcasts on the market right now:

The Best Accounting Podcasts List

Without further ado, here’s the list in no particular order:

1) The Soul of Enterprise

Brought to you by two true thought-leaders in the public accounting profession, Ron Baker and Ed Kless, The Soul of Enterprise podcast is certainly one of the best accounting podcasts that you absolutely need to have on your list.

Conversations tend to skew towards topics around pricing, though there’s quite a fair bit of talk around finance, economics, and accounting as well.

2) LumiQ

If you’re a CPA and you’re looking for verifiable CPD/CPE credits to go along with some pretty cool content, be sure to check out LumiQ.

It’s not free, but they have a pretty slick mobile app with some big-gun guests and top-notch production quality. Works great for firms that need to provide CPD credits to their team as well.

3) Cloud Stories with Heather Smith

Here’s a good one for those that like accounting technology. Cloud Stories with Heather Smith always has awesome guests (hey, even I was on it!) and she brings a technology-forward spin to the show. Highly recommended.

4) From the Trenches

I’ll list this one as one of my absolute favs. I’m a big fan of Paul Meissner and David Boyar’s From the Trenches show.

Mostly because they don’t sugar-coat their thoughts on the profession, they highlight the news you should know about and the banter between each of them is fantastic.

5) Journal of Accountancy Podcast

If you’re looking for a US-focused accounting podcast that discusses key issues facing the profession, then the Journal of Accountancy Podcast should be on your list.

It is also a must-listen for successful accountants, offering valuable tax tips and industry insights.

6) What’s Your And? with John Garrett

Here’s a neat one that I happened to be on as well. John Garrett’s What’s Your And? Podcast talks to CPAs and accountants about the things they do and their passions outside of work. It’s a nice bridge between the corporate world and something a bit lighter. Very easy listening.

7) CPA Review & More

The CPA Review & More podcast hosted by Phil Yaeger interviews thought-leaders in the accounting space and is geared towards CPAs to be and current CPAs on topics such as marketing, cryptocurrency, technology and more.

8) Accounting Today Podcast

The Accounting Today Podcast is another US-focused interview-style accounting podcast that provides a good deal of current accounting news for accountants to consume on the go.

It features candid discussions by accounting today’s editors on industry trends and developments. It’s a must-listen for professionals seeking valuable insights to enhance their professional development.

9) Cloud Accounting Podcast

How can you have an article about accounting podcasts and not list the Cloud Accounting Podcast here? A true heavyweight in the space, co-hosts Blake Oliver & David Leary dissect the latest accounting news to dole out to their listeners on a weekly basis.

10) Growing Your Firm Podcast

Hosted by Jetpack Workflow‘s CEO, David Cristello, the maker of one of the top-rated accounting practice management systems interviews accountants on the Growing Your Firm Podcast.

The topics are primarily concentrated on how you can implement strategies to grow your accounting firm in innovative ways. He also had an excellent episode with Ron Baker discussing value-pricing 2.0 and I was lucky enough to be on the show:

11) Earmark Accounting Podcast

The Earmark Accounting Podcast is an accounting and tax professionals’ go-to source for podcast-based continuing education. It’s the only one I know that gives you CPE just for listening!

The show’s host, Blake Oliver, delves into the specific steps you need to develop and improve your accounting skills.

This is a valuable resource for those interested in financial reporting and accounting apps. Each episode explores financial reporting standards, regulatory changes, and the impact of accounting apps on businesses.

12) Future Firm ® Accounting Podcast

Yup! I obviously needed to include my podcast here 🙂

The Future Firm ® Accounting Podcast takes a bit of a different spin compared to the others. The podcast is geared towards firm leaders who want to modernize their firms.

Each episode is no more than 10 minutes long and is focused on providing one actionable lesson that firm leaders can go ahead and implement right after listening.

13) The Successful Bookkeeper Podcast

Here’s one that bookkeepers may want to check out. The Successful Bookkeeper Podcast is a weekly show hosted by Michael Palmer that interviews bookkeepers and others in the space with the goal of helping you create a smarter bookkeeping business.

The podcast also offers small business owners valuable insights into financial statements and more.

14) Accounting Matters

This podcast hosted by Adam Olsen and Zac Smith covers a myriad of accounting topics relevant to professionals in the financial industry.

Accounting Matters releases from 5-7 episodes per month, discussing different subjects that you might find useful in your practice.

15) Thrivecast

I’ll list this one as a must-listen! I had a blast joining Thrivecast, mainly because the host, Jason Blumer does a real stand-up job. Thrivecast focuses on current topics affecting accounting firms.

The hosts also provide fresh perspectives and expert insights into the dynamic world of the public accounting space.

16) Grow My Accounting Practice

If you’ve heard of the Profit First system, then you’ll probably want to check out the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast by Mike Michalowicz. Each weekly episode runs around 40 minutes and interviews accountants with a skew towards sales-oriented topics.

17) Accounting Best Practices

Accounting Best Practices with Steve Bragg is one of the more technical accounting podcasts out there. Episodes are bite-sized (under 10 minutes) and listening to them will almost certainly make you a better accountant.

18) The Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast

The Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast is hosted by Serena Shoup and focuses on providing awesome resources and support for firm owners to give their business a boost.

19) IFRS Foundation Accounting Podcasts

If you’re looking to brush up on the latest developments happening in the world of IFRS, the IFRS Foundation podcast is the one for you.

20) Accounting High: Sophomore Year

Accounting High is the go-to podcast if you want to succeed and grow as an accountant. Primarily hosted by Scott Scarano with a number of guests, they interview leading accounting and tax professionals about the current state of the industry.

21) Bookkeeper Basecamp

Bookkeeper Basecamp is a weekly podcast hosted by Kemberli Stephenson and created for all accountants that are looking to build, grow, and scale their virtual financial firms. If you’re ready to consistently hit your income goals, this podcast is for you!

22) Accounting Flow Podcast

This series is produced by Financial Cents, an accounting practice management software. Learn about in-depth insights on various accounting firm workflow and processes.

In their Grow and Scale series, I was a guest back in July 2023, during which I discussed systematization, pricing, capacity planning, and more.

23) The Unique CPA

The Unique CPA by Randy Crabtree is dedicated to bringing you stories and advice from CPAs and accounting thought leaders while keeping you up to date on the developments within the accounting industry.

24) Accounting Influencers

Hosted by Rob Brown, The Accounting Influencer’s Podcast brings you expert accounting advice and practical tips from top accounting leaders that will help you gain an edge in the accounting world.

25) Accountant’s Flight Plan

If you want to make your firm better, you need to check out the Accountant’s Flight Plan Podcast! Brannon Poe discusses firm development, management, as well as mergers and acquisitions and accounting practice sales.

26) The Abundant Accountant

Create the firm of your dreams by listening to The Abundant Accountant Podcast and discover the most effective strategies to grow and consistently increase your revenue from expert accounting professionals.

27) Accountants Daily

Accountants Daily is an Australian podcast that focuses on industry developments and relevant issues regarding the accounting profession today.

28) PwC’s Accounting Podcast

Want to know the latest news in the accounting world? PwC’s Accounting Podcast concentrates on regulatory updates and major accounting issues which helps accountants stay informed despite their busy schedules.

29) Accounting Leaders Podcast

A podcast by Karbon, Accounting Leaders Podcast conducts an in-depth interview with various accounting leaders from around the world to learn about their journey and what’s their best advice for other accounting firms to help them succeed (I was their guest for episode 17).

30) Business Strategy for CPA’s

The host, Geraldine Carter, gives you valuable strategies every week to simplify your life as an accountant.

The Business Strategy for CPA’s Podcast will help you make more while working and worrying less. I was grateful to be a part of this show as we talked about automation accounting technology for firms.

31) The Modern CPA Success Show

The Modern CPA Success Show is a bi-weekly podcast that answers some of the most common Virtual CFO services questions to make your firm more profitable.

Listen to experienced members from the Summit CPA Group as they share their knowledge to be a successful accounting firm.

32) Drink While You Think

A  fun accounting podcast that includes beer drinking—and rating—into the mix, Drink While You Think discusses all things accounting. Topics from making your firm a profitable business to NFT & Crypto accounting will keep you listening.

33) Make It Count with Marcus A. Mire, CPA

A podcast that focuses on personal finance and accounting, Make It Count with Marcus A. Mire, CPA will teach you different ways to manage your money better and improve your accounting business with a useful piece of practical advice.

34) Finance & Accounting Show By Terrell A. Turner, CPA

Hosted by finance leaders Terrell and Lola Turner, the Finance & Accounting Show is a great place for accountants and firm owners to know more about best practices and current issues in the industry. I talked about building a profitable firm in one of their episodes last year:

35) Building The Premier Accounting Firm

Want to get paid what you’re worth? You should check out the Building the Premier Accounting Firm Podcast! Hosted by Roger Knecht, it was created to help accounting professionals to have a successful business and be more competent in their field.

In this podcast, experts discuss the intersection of tax accounting and accounting technology, highlighting how modern tools are reshaping the industry.

36) Pulse of the Practice

An upbeat podcast that you’ll surely enjoy, the Pulse of the Practice Podcast is hosted by Paul Miller and Thomson Reuters Advisory Consultants. Listen to conversations about the tax and accounting industry and be inspired to take action and overcome challenges in your firm.

37) The Lifestyle Accountant Show

This podcast is hosted by Meryl Johnston, one of the esteemed and most active members of the Future Firm Accelerate community.

The Lifestyle Accountant Show offers guidance and insights on not only constructing prosperous businesses but also cultivating a harmonious equilibrium between professional success and personal well-being.

I’m one of the first guests on her podcast, in which I discussed streamlining the accounting business and a number of case studies.

38) Count Me In

Hosted by IMA (Institute of Management Accountants), this podcast delivers current insights from industry experts and thought leaders on key topics in accounting and finance.

It also features a mini-series centered on IMA, spotlighting key staff members and initiatives directly from the IMA headquarters in Montvale, NJ.

39) Numetrica Cloud Accounting

Headquartered in Ottawa, ON, the Numetrica Cloud Accounting podcast is produced by Numetrica Accounting & Bookkeeping.

Topics revolve around small business accounting, industry-related apps, personal and corporate tax, and more.

Which Accounting Podcasts Do You Like Best?

So there you have it. The 39 must-listen accounting podcasts on the market. Hopefully, you’ve found some that you haven’t heard about before.

Which accounting podcasts do you like best?

What’s missing?

Comment below to let me know!