Next Stop: CPA

Next Stop: CPA

Essential listening for anyone thinking about pursuing their CPA license, this is the official podcast for the CPA Exam brought to you by the AICPA. Contact us at NextStopCPA@aicpa-cima.com.

Episodes

Season 3 Episode 5: International CPA Exam Candidates FAQs

February 26, 2026 • 13 mins
Curious about the steps for international students to earn a U.S. CPA? This episode covers everything from education requirements and application guidance to new licensure pathways and where you can take the CPA Exam. Get expert advice on practical tips, resources, and new tools—like the NASBA CPA Mobile App—to help you succeed from anywhere in the world.
 
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Season 3 Episode 4: CPA Exam Resilience and Rebounds

February 12, 2026 • 17 mins
In this episode, we explore the power of perseverance through failure. An aspiring CPA shares candid insights on navigating setbacks, regrouping, and coming back stronger in his career journey. Whether you're facing a setback or supporting someone who is, this episode offers inspiration, strategies, and a reminder that failure isn't the end—it's part of the path forward.
 

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Season 3 Episode 3: TCP Unpacked: Navigating the Tax Discipline

January 29, 2026 • 12 mins
Are you ready to tackle the most complex tax scenarios on the CPA Exam? This episode unpacks the TCP (Tax Compliance and Planning) discipline's structure, content areas, and expert strategies for mastering tax compliance, planning, and simulations.
 
This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Director CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest sp...

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Season 3 Episode 2: Raising the BAR: All about the BAR Discipline

January 15, 2026 • 15 mins
Explore the Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR) discipline of the CPA Exam, where data-driven decision-making meets financial storytelling. This episode breaks down key content areas like financial statement analysis, technical accounting, and data analytics to help candidates prepare with confidence.
 
This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter ...

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Season 3 Episode 1: From Systems to Success: ISC for CPA Candidates

January 1, 2026 • 20 mins
Discover key strategies for mastering the Information Systems and Controls (ISC) discipline of the CPA Exam in this episode. Tune in for expert guidance on exam structure, study tips, and practical advice to help you succeed in IT audit, risk management, and advisory topics.
 
This episode is hosted by Liz Burkhalter (Di...

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Season 2 Episode 18: Q&A with a (Future) CPA: A Day in the Life of an Accounting Intern

December 18, 2025 • 28 mins
Ready to land your first accounting internship—or make the most of the one you've got?
 
In this episode of "Next Stop: CPA," we're diving into the real-world stories of two future CPAs who recently experienced very different kinds of accounting internships. Hear from Katherine Suh (Accounting major at Indiana University) and Hunter Richardson (A...
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Season 2 Episode 17: From Campus to Career: Interview Tips That Work

December 4, 2025 • 31 mins
Ready to turn your education into opportunity? Talent solutions experts share practical interview prep tips based on extensive industry experience and offer real-world answers to your most pressing interview questions.
 
This episode is facilitated by Hunter Richardson (Accounting and Computer Science student at the Georgia Institute for Technolo...

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

November 20, 2025 • 11 mins
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.
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Season 2 Episode 15: Q&A with a CPA: Sim-ple Steps to TBS Success

November 6, 2025 • 28 mins

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, A...

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

October 23, 2025 • 15 mins

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...
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Season 2 Episode 13: Q&A with a CPA: Going FARther

October 9, 2025 • 18 mins
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.

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Season 2 Episode 12: Q&A with a CPA: Trust But Verify: Cracking the AUD Code

September 25, 2025 • 20 mins
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 Examinat...

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Season 2 Episode 11: Q&A with a CPA: Exploring the CPA Exam Disciplines

September 11, 2025 • 24 mins
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...

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

August 28, 2025 • 24 mins

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 Geo...

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Season 2 Episode 9: Q&A with a CPA: Starting Strong: Where to Begin, How to Prepare, and What's Changing

August 14, 2025 • 25 mins
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 gue...

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Season 2 Episode 8: Q&A with a CPA: What's Going On With the CPA Exam?

July 31, 2025 • 24 mins
Are you curious about what has recently changed in the CPA Exam? What about rumors or misconceptions? Want to be set up for success? 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 (Directo...

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Season 2 Episode 7: Q&A with a CPA: How to become a CPA FAQs

July 17, 2025 • 27 mins
Are you thinking about becoming a CPA and wondering where to start? Join us for the informative "Q&A with a CPA" podcast series to learn about the organizations that play a role in CPA licensure, resources available to you, and when you should start planning your path to CPA.
 
This episode is facilitated by Hunter Richardson (Accounting and Comp...

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The "Next Stop: CPA" podcast is back for 2025!

April 21, 2025 • 41 secs
We'll be coming out with new episodes every month to help you along your CPA journey. Get insider tips, expert advice, and valuable insights to help you navigate your accounting career and CPA Exam process.
 
Your journey to becoming a CPA just got a whole lot more exciting! Check out these available resources:

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Episode 28: Another Q&A with the AICPA CPA Exam Team

July 12, 2022 • 31 mins

You've got questions. We've got answers. Join the AICPA Exams team as they answer the most frequently asked questions about the CPA Exam. Whether you're just getting started with the Exam process or have a few sections under your belt already, we're here to support you. Find more resources and register for free AICPA Student Affiliate membership here: https://thiswayto...

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Episode 27: How an MCQ is Developed

August 11, 2021 • 36 mins

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how a multiple-choice question (MCQ), or item, is developed, from start to finish. Members of the AICPA Exams Team pull back the curtain and share how we determine what content to include on the Exam, just how many people and subject-matter experts contribute to the development of an item, the careful wording considerations of each item, and more. Interested in contributing to the CPA Exam? Email us ...

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