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The CMA Show

Nathan Liao, CMA / Anchor

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Welcome to The CMA Show! In every episode we go inside the minds of the most successful Management Accountants i.e. CFOs, Corporate Controllers, VPs of Finance so you can learn how to move up the ranks just like they did. You'll learn the aha moments that led them to where they are today, lessons learned along their career trajectory, and how you can replicate their success. The show is sponsored by CMA Exam Academy, the instructor-led prep course helping professionals around the world pass ...
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Welcome to the Canadian Comedy Hall of Fame Podcast, where laughter takes center stage! Join us on a hilarious journey through the rich and vibrant history of Canadian comedy as we celebrate the comedic legends who have shaped the nation’s sense of humor. Named one of the Top 20 Comedy Podcasts in Canada, each episode, we delve into the lives and careers of the funniest individuals to have graced the Canadian stage, screen, and airwaves. From timeless stand-up comedians and improvisational g ...
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Everything VR & AR

The VRAR Association

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Everything VR & AR is a weekly podcast covering technologists, enthusiasts, and companies with real world deployments of virtual reality and augmented reality experiences. Learn from interviews with the leaders in gaming, entertainment, productivity, enterprise, social, education, medicine, software, hardware, psychology and more. This podcast covers everything that is VR and AR including the hottest topics and news in virtual reality and augmented reality. Nathan Pettyjohn, Founder of the V ...
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Episode 41 is all about the new show on Amazon Prime Video (Canada ) and Hulu (US ), Davey & Jonesie's Locker. The show is a coming-of-age comedy centered on the relationship between two inseparable best friends, Davey & Jonesie. The shows creator Evany Rosen joins the podcast, Evany a founding member of the Canadian Comedy Award-winning comedy tro…
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Episode 40 is all about the hosts! Although both guests are American they have some serious Canadian ties. First is Hunter March! Hunter is the New Host of Netflix Blown Away, a Canadian Produced show that was filmed in Hamilton. Hunter is a Stand Up who has also hosted Sugar Rush on Netflix and Nightly Pop on E! Next is Marc Summers, Marc was the …
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Episode 39 is Live From Hamilton! Two stars of this years CCHOF Festival join the show! First up is the always hilarious Shaun Majumder, Shaun is a stand up comic, sketch performer and one of the hosts of This Hour Has 22 Minutes. Chad gets the scoop from Shaun on one of his favorite shows growing up UH OH! Next up is Elvira Kurt, Elvira is one of …
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Big week for the CCHOF with the festival just a few short days away! To celebrate two of the funniest comics working today and two great interviews. First up its Caroline Rhea who will be at JFL Vancouver Feb 22nd (tickets at jflvancouver.com). Caroline talks about "kidnapping" Conan O'Brien and her early days of New York Comedy. Next Up is former …
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CCHOF Festival and JFL Vancouver are fast approaching, and we have two big interviews to get you ready for comedy festival season in Canada! First up its Nathan Macintosh! Originally from Halifax Nathan has performed on The Tonight Show, The Late Show and Conan. Nathan also wrote and starred in ‘Trapped’, which is on Bell Fibe. Next Up is Che Duren…
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Episode 36 is a big one! Featuring two guests with impressive resumes. First up it’s CCHOF Inductee Steve Smith! Steve of course is known as the co-creator and star of the hit Canadian sketch show The Red Green Show which ran for 300 episodes and 15 season. Next on the show is Ryan Conner, Ryan Conner was a finalist on the most recent season of NBC…
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In this episode, I'll walk you through 6 essential steps to adapt and thrive in this AI-driven landscape. We'll talk about embracing technology, enhancing data literacy, gaining tool proficiency, committing to continuous learning, obtaining professional certifications, and honing communication skills. I'll share personal experiences and tips, inclu…
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The Class of 2023 Canadian Comedy Hall of Fame has been announced! Chad reveals all the names who will go into this years class at a ceremony in February in Hamilton. Two big interviews are also on the show! First up is Kenny Hotz, star of Kenny vs Spenny, South Park writer, producer and director. Kenny talks about the makings of his show with Spen…
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In this episode, I'm taking you through a journey to uncover the core differences between Financial Accounting and Managerial Accounting. With interesting analogies and easy-to-understand examples, I'm excited to share how these two fields contrast and complement each other in the business environment. We'll delve into their unique purposes, from F…
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This week the VRARA podcast team welcomes back Tom Emrich. Tom is Director of Product, AR Platforms at Niantic. Tom leads product strategy and development of Niantic’s Lightship Unity SDK (ARDK), WebAR platform (8th Wall), and AR Ads. Come listen as we catch up with Tom and discuss the advancements Niantic continues to bring to the AR development s…
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Episode 34 was all about great conversation and great story tellers. First up was Kevin Farley, Kevin is in the new movie Grumpy Old Santa now streaming on Amazon Prime. He is a standup comedian, actor and brother to the late great Chris Farley. Chris tells a great story about his time opening for Norm Macdonald and what it was like going to a talk…
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In today's episode, I tackle the 10 common mistakes that cause 50% of accountants to fail the CMA exam every year. From over-relying on memorization to neglecting practice exams and essay questions, I’ll break down these pitfalls and offer practical advice on how to overcome them. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your f…
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Confused about the requirements for the CMA certification in 2024? In today's episode, I'll provide clarity by diving deep into the prerequisites for the CMA certification. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet here: https://cmaexamacademy.com/secret/ ---------- CMA EXAM COAC…
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Ever felt overwhelmed looking at the Profit & Loss statement? In this episode, I will guide you through decoding this pivotal financial report. You'll learn to read and analyze a P&L using 7 essential key performance indicators. By the end of this episode, you'll have a solid grasp on the P&L and be equipped with tools to analyze it like a pro. ---…
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Episode number 33 is hotter then the Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce rumours! First on the show is one of the creators and stars of the sketch comedy series Baroness von Sketch Show Carolyn Taylor! Carolyn has a hilarious new show called I Have Nothing (named after Whitney Houston 1992 classic). The series follows Carolyn on a comical quest to choreogra…
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Are you dreaming of becoming a CFO? In this episode, I present the Elevate6 CFO Framework, offering a clear path to CFO success. I'm here to guide you through the six actionable steps that can transform your career and set you on the path to becoming a successful CFO. From education and gaining broad financial experience to developing leadership an…
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Afraid of failing the CMA exam? You're not alone! In this episode, I unveil 11 powerful strategies to conquer both the Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Essays of the CMA exam. These tried-and-true techniques will boost your speed, accuracy, and confidence for exam success. From understanding the format to time management, these strategies will …
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The New Wave of Stand Up kicks off August 28th on CBC Gem with a full lineup of incredible comedians. Two of the stars are on this weeks podcast. First up is Ben Sosa Wright, Ben is stand-up comedian, writer, and improviser from Toronto, he was named a 2022 JFL New Face: Canada. Ben was also named one of CBC’s 15 Canadian Comics To Watch in 2019. I…
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In this episode, you'll dive into a world of career opportunities as we compare the CMA and CPA certifications based on 2024 changes. You'll discover how these powerful credentials can open doors to incredible careers in the accounting and finance field. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam sec…
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My guest today is DJ Vogt, a successful CMA who is going to share with us his experience studying for the exam in addition to covering very interesting topics such as Artificial Intelligence and more. It's an episode you won't want to miss out on. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam secrets ch…
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In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Rick. He is an accomplished CMA working in the banking industry and has a very interesting career trajectory. Tune in to learn more about him and how you can replicate his success. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet h…
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It's August! Which means JFL has ended, but where one festival ends another begins! The Danforth Comedy Festival runs for 5 days in August (4th, 5th, 6th, 11th and 12th) on the Danforth and features some of Canada's top comics including Sean Cullen, Crystal Ferrier, Nathan MacIntosh, Glen Foster, Tim Blair, Rob Haze and many more. To talk about thi…
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In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nick Buscemi. Nick shares his exam journey, career trajectory and what he looks for when he hires accountants to join his team. We also talk about how to be strategic when it comes to test prep and planning out your exam day, plus much more! Get ready for another value-packed episode. Click pla…
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The 4th of our Just For Laughs Series of Podcasts featuring to 2 comedians with a combined 4 million Instagram followers! First it's Trey Kennedy! Trey is a born and raised Oklahoman who never expected to enter the entertainment industry. While attending college at Oklahoma State University, Trey found fame on the app “Vine”, amassing more than 2.5…
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In today's episode, my guest is Reetu Narain. Reetu holds the CMA designation and shares how she achieved her designation, why and how she moved to the United States, how to succeed in the profession and much more! Hit play to listen in. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet …
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Its the 3rd of 4 JFL episodes and this week we have a Comedian and Podcaster who has brought in millions of views and The President of JFL! First Up is Kurtis Conner! Kurtis has sold out shows across North America and the world. After studying comedy at Humber College, Conner quickly found an audience on Vine, later migrating to YouTube and growing…
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In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kevin Arvisais, CMA, MBA. Kevin shares his experiencing studying for the CMA exam, how he was able to remain focused, and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam secrets cheat sheet here: http…
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Just for The Culture (Formerly The Ethnic Show), is back at JFL Montreal this summer, July 18th to the 26th at Club Soda. The show features a diverse line-up of comedians from various cultural backgrounds and experiences. Two performers from the show are on todays episode, first up its Arthur Simeon. Arthur is a Ugandan-born Toronto-based comedian …
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Wright. Andrew shares his journey as a professional musician turned entrepreneur, and how the CMA impacted his career in a positive way. Andrew also shares his extensive knowledge in cybersecurity and what management accountants can do to make their systems more secure. Andrew dives into h…
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The Nasty Show is one of the premier events on the JFL Schedule! This years Nasty Show is star studded and runs July 18th to the 26th at Club Soda in Montreal. This is the Nasty Show edition of the CCHOF Podcast featuring two comics who will be performing during the shows run. First Up is Geoffrey Asmus, Geoffrey is a regular at the World Famous Co…
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In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Sidharth Dhunna. Sidharth is a CMA living in San Francisco, CA. He shares his experience about the exams, why he chose the CMA over the CPA, great career advice and how to finish your test prep fast. Sidharth shares so many golden nuggets throughout the episode. You won't want to miss it. -------…
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On this week’s episode we are joined by Nima Zeighami. Nima is the Director of Product for Leia Inc. where he architects the company’s strategy and manages development across its entire product line. Listen as we discuss how he grew into the field of immersive technology and the ways Leia Inc. is creating new innovation in our field. Listen Here: h…
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The Nominees have been released for the 2023 Class of the Canadian Comedy Hall of Fame! To see the full list and to Vote head over to canadiancomedyhall.com. To celebrate the nominees we have two great interviews, first up is standup comedian, producer and Owner of Cottage Comedy its Tyler Morrison. Tyler talks about the future of tech and comedy, …
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With so many accountants going remote for the first time ever, the transition can be challenging not only with the discipline needed to get work done but also with how to work well with others who are also working remote. There's another layer of complexity and challenges remote managers will face, i.e. keeping remote employees engaged, helping you…
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Whether you're looking to apply for a promotion or move to a different company, having an optimized resume is the first and probably the most important step. Your resume will dictate whether you get called in for an interview so learning how to optimize it is going to be key for you. My guest, Zarla, has been helping candidates land their dream job…
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We are joined this week by Steve Lukas. Steve is the Director of Product Management, XR Ecosystem at Qualcomm and heads up Developer Experience for Snapdragon Spaces. He is helping to lead this team to develop and create amazing tools, software and SDKs for headworn immersive platforms. Listen in as we talk about his experience and what Qualcomm is…
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Passing a single CMA exam is very tough, but how about passing both exam parts in the same exam window? Sounds impossible but Karolina's done it. She shares how she was able to accomplish this huge challenge and how you can replicate her success. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 👉 Get your free copy of my CMA exam secrets che…
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Episode 25 of the CCHOF Podcast is a fun one. Chad here, breaking the fourth wall for this podcast write up. On this weeks episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Nielsen and Bart Batchelor (Night Sweats, World Doctors) to chat about there new show Psi Cops, which launched June 4th on Adult Swim Canada and streaming Live and On- Demand on …
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In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a past CMA Exam Academy student, Charles Taylor, CMA. We'll learn how he passed on his first attempt, why small wins make a HUGE difference for this tough exam, why he moved to Hong Kong in pursuit of an international MBA program and much more! ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EP…
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This week we are joined by Dr. Tony Liao, director of the new CougAR lab at the University of Houston (www.uhcougARlab.com). Dr. Liao has taken over as the program coordinator for the Digital Media program at UH, introducing brand new AR/VR courses to the UH curriculum, and expanding the program toward what he believes is the future of Digital Medi…
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In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing another past student of mine, Keith Lewis. Keith prepared for the exam and passed on his first attempt after completing the CMA Exam Academy program. In addition to sharing his journey to the CMA designation, Keith will show you how to craft your unique value proposition to not only find caree…
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Wayne and Shuster's list of accomplishments and credits includes inductions into the Canadian Comedy Hall of Fame and the most appearances ever on the Ed Sullivan Show. Now there comedy is being revived for a new audience May 25th, 26th and 27th at The Hart House Theatre in Toronto. Paul Bates (Second City, Dan for Mayor) and Aurora Browne (Barones…
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This week we are so excited to be joined by Damir First. Damir is the Co-Founder and CCO of Matterless Studios, a cutting-edge startup that is pioneering the field of augmented reality gaming. Listen as we talk through the ways AR and immersive technology can help to pave the way for more meaningful and unique shared experiences. Listen Here: http:…
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In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing a past student of mine, Lukhas. He prepared for the exam and passed on his first attempt after completing the CMA Exam Academy program. Lukhas shares his journey with us including wins, challenges, set backs and how he was able to successfully juggle work, family, exam prep and everything in b…
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Rehnuma passed both parts of the CMA exam on her first attempt and is coming on the show to share her journey with us. You'll discover how she did it and how you can replicate her success. After becoming a CMA, she got a better job and job offers continue to pour in. You'll be truly inspired by this week's episode. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENT…
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This week we are joined by Liv Erickson. Liv leads the team building Mozilla Hubs, an open source immersive virtual world platform that provides decentralized technology for creating online 3D social VR worlds. Listen in as we discuss the ever evolving world of technology and the ways we can bring different people and projects together to make that…
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We are joined in this episode by Roderick Kennedy. Roderick is the Founder of Simul and Creator of Teleport VR, a purpose-built network protocol for XR. Listen in as we discuss how early work on the PSVR led Roderick to ask important questions around VR rendering and ways we can improve VR experiences to expand the potential of a true “Spatial Inte…
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The Biggest Takeaways You Don't Want to Miss in Episode #140: Why the CMA is more than a designation How you can find a mentor to accelerate your career Why public accounting is not the only choice anymore for college graduates How to obtain your CPA license if you live outside the United States The secret to move get recognized at work and move up…
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We are delighted to have Ibrahim Jilani return to the podcast. In a follow up to his 2021 episode, Ibrahim takes us through UL’s continuing efforts in establishing UL8400 safety standards around immersive technologies. We discuss with Ibrahim what that progress has looked like since we last spoke and how a focus on legislation is critical in helpin…
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