The lads were delighted to welcome special guest, Analyst Paolo Pescatore, to the latest pod. Iain and Scott had already downed a couple before recording, so discipline was especially challenging. Luckily all the podders had been at the grand launch of VodafoneThree so they’re able to bang on about that for a bit. They eventually turn to the latest news from Apple, with Paolo having attended the supporting event in California earlier in the week, before concluding by pondering the role of emerging technologies in consumer devices.

Threedafone, Apple and AI

The “friendly physician.” Boy, is that’s a term of art or, perhaps better said, of artifice.

“I Thought They Loved Me!” Is No Defense For the Spurned and Burned “Friendly Physician”

Episode 30 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - June 2025

After enjoying a week in Tenby, Richard Hattersley returns to the podcast to discuss Companies House reforms. While Companies House confirmed small companies will be required to file their profit and loss (P&L) accounts, doubts quickly followed. Hattersley unpacks where the reforms stand, the debate around P&L filing and why the situation has become so unclear.

Back from Norway, Tom Herbert takes a look at the audit market and shares his growing concerns about the role of auditors. He draws on David Graeber’s “Bullshit Jobs” concept, where people feel their work lacks real purpose, and wonders if audit is heading in that direction. Once seen as a pillar of financial integrity, audit may be losing its meaning. Herbert reflects on what this could mean for attracting new talent, the growing skills gap and the deeper identity crisis facing the profession.

Matthew Ord shares a new ICAEW report on the evolution of mid-tier accountancy firms, highlighting that many still aren’t convinced by private equity. He runs through some of the findings, as the team explores why some independent firms remain cautious, whether we’ll ever agree on whether PE is good or bad and how the ongoing skills gap continues to shape the conversation.


No Accounting for Taste ep193: What is happening with P&L filing?

Episode 32 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - July 2025


The IPO market remains unwelcoming to biotechs and venture investors are reticent to back younger companies. In the absence of reliable funding sources, many biotechs are trying to advance their most promising programs while keeping their operations lean until they can get to a fundable milestone. We spoke to Kevin Sarney, Life Sciences Practice Leader for Charles River CFO, about the current uncertainty biotechs face, the need for capital efficiency, and how companies can best prepare for future opportunities.

Surviving and Thriving in the Long Biotech Winter

Episode 33 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - August 2025

Trent breaks down the big news: Specialty Building Products signing an agreement to acquire OrePac Building Products and National Lumber picking up Fisher Lumber - what it means for consolidation, brands, and the West Coast footprint. We shout out Alpinewest Resources’ new VP of Finance, and plug Traders Market in Kansas City (steakhouse waitlist, anyone?). Natalie weighs the quarter-point rate cut vs. housing inertia, we chat equity, renting vs. owning, and where 30-year mortgages are landing. We wrap with a quick price check. Questions or comments? Email us at lumberslingers@gmail.com

119. Newswire Update: Big M&A Hits the West Coast

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CEO of KLN Charlie Nelson and Co-founder of Finley’s Kyle Gallus answer the question, "How can mergers and acquisitions happen without a company losing its brand mission and purpose?"

Ethical M&A with Charlie Nelson of KLN and Kyle Gallus of Finley's

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New tracks tagged #M&amp;A

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