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The Audit Podcast

Trent Russell
Internal Audit
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Internal Auditing
Data Literacy
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Katy Rich
Leadership
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Benford's Law
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IT Audit
Artificial Intelligence
Technology In Auditing
Risk Management
Audit Profession

On the show you can expect to hear from everyone: from the intern, to the IT audit director, CAE and audit committee members because all of their opinions are important. We'll talk about integrating tech into audit, how to get quick wins, the latest SOX guidance and whatever other topics the guests want to talk about and whatever you want to hear about. Be sure to subscribe to the show in whatever... more

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This week, our guest is Anthony Pugliese, President and CEO of the Institute of Internal Auditors.

Anthony joins the show as he approaches his five-year anniversary leading the IIA, reflecting on the major milestones and progress the organization h... more

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This week, we'll be joined by Marc Walrod, Controls Integration Leader at Clearsulting.

Marc shares why controls integration needs to start far earlier than most organizations think, often in what he calls phase zero of a major transformation. Fro... more

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Recent Guests

Anthony Pugliese
President and CEO of the IIA
Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
Episode: Ep 277: Key Risks, New Research, and the Future of the Profession w/ Anthony Pugliese (President of the IIA)
Mark Walrod
Controls Integration Leader at Clearsulting
Clearsulting
Episode: Ep 276: The Controls Integration Problem: When IT, Finance, and Risk Don't Talk w/ Marc Walrod (Clearsulting)
Brian Kuenzi
Founder at Stealth AI Startup; formerly Director of SOX and Transformation at Match Group
Stealth AI Startup
Episode: Ep 275: Turning New Ideas Into Audit Results w/ Brian Kuenzi (Stealth AI Startup)
Bill Englehaupt
CEO and Founder of Auditology LLC
Auditology LLC
Episode: Ep 274: Managing the Hell Out of Your Audit w/ William Englehaupt (Auditology)
Aadesh Gandhre
Chief Audit Executive at the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation
DTCC
Episode: Ep 273: AI, Gamification, and the Future of Internal Audit w/ Aadesh Gandhre (DTCC)
Roberto Zambelli
Head of audit at Vodafone Three, specializing in behavioral science and culture
Vodafone Three
Episode: Ep 272: Understanding the IIA's Topical Requirements w/ Roberto Zambelli (Vodafone Three)
David Bowman
Global Chief Auditor at Unum Group
Unum Group
Episode: Ep 271: Leveraging Analytics and Building Audit Culture w/ David Bowman (Unum Group)
Jason Mefford
Chief Audit Executive and Audit Leader Advisor
Audit Leader Forum, CRiSC Academy
Episode: Ep 270: How to Have Real Conversations as an Audit Leader w/ Jason Mefford
Jamie Meziere
Chief Audit Executive at FedEx
FedEx
Episode: Ep 263: Building Early Career Goals on the Road to Chief Audit Executive w/ Jamie Meziere

Host

Trent Russell
Host of The Audit Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 272 ratings
  • Consistently high quality

    Essential listening for those interested in internal audit, and how to improve. Being structured around a guest each week, the podcast has a natural variety, and with regular listening, you get a whole range of leading practices and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OneCliveWalker
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very Interesting and Informative

    Very informative and interesting podcast. Trent brings in some great speakers from a variety of backgrounds to share the newest technology and strategies in the world of accounting, audit, and taxes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TMTX0304
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcasts!

    Trent and his great guests bring us insights that make Internal Audit better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freemlau
    United States2 years ago
  • An essential source of information on audit innovations

    I’m astounded by the depth and creativity of the guests and the host. The audit profession is evolving rapidly and podcasts like this one are an essential tool to stay attuned to all the innovations that are changing audit methods at an impressive rate. Thanks Trent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AuditDud
    Canada2 years ago
  • Insightful and clear

    Useful and informative audit considerations, great professional and accomplished guests, and Trent does an excellent job interviewing and guiding discussions and topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigal1013
    United States2 years ago

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The host is credited with strong interviewing and bringing top practitioners to discuss current audit topics.
Many reviews highlight the show as a valuable, evergreen resource for audit professionals.
Listeners praise depth, practical takeaways, and the guest variety across episodes.

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Ep 274: Managing the Hell Out of Your Audit w/ William Englehaupt (Auditology)
Q: If you could share just one thing, what would be the biggest takeaway from the book?
The biggest takeaway is the importance of upfront coaching to ensure new auditors understand their tasks competently before executing them.
Ep 274: Managing the Hell Out of Your Audit w/ William Englehaupt (Auditology)
Q: Where does discipline need to be applied in this process?
Discipline is essential in planning and managing internal processes to execute audits consistently and effectively.
Ep 274: Managing the Hell Out of Your Audit w/ William Englehaupt (Auditology)
Q: What are the new brilliant audit methods that you're speaking about?
The new methods apply Lean and Lean Six Sigma concepts to service processes within audits, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
Ep 272: Understanding the IIA's Topical Requirements w/ Roberto Zambelli (Vodafone Three)
Q: Can everyone execute behavioral risk-type audits?
No, not everyone can execute these audits due to the need for specialized skills and resources, which may not be available in all organizations.
Ep 272: Understanding the IIA's Topical Requirements w/ Roberto Zambelli (Vodafone Three)
Q: What is the value of doing a behavioral audit?
A behavioral audit is useful for understanding the alignment between organizational behaviors and strategic objectives, ensuring that the behaviors promote the desired outcomes.

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What is The Audit Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on internal audit, risk, and governance, featuring a rotating lineup of senior practitioners, industry experts, and technology-forward thinkers. Episodes frequently explore how AI, data analytics, and modern controls testing intersect with SOX/ICFR, ERP implementations, and audit leadership. Guests bring practical, hands-on perspectives—ranging from control design and phase-zero planning to behavioral aspects of auditing and organizational culture—while the host fosters actionable dialogue and real-world takeaways. A notable throughline is the push toward embedding analytics, governance, and strategic thinking into audit, not just compliance. The format tends to be interview-driven, with guest-led discussions, practical ane... more

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2. Mark Walrod
3. Brian Kuenzi
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5. Aadesh Gandhre
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8. Jason Mefford

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