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Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
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Research and Development Tax Credit
Child Tax Credit
US Federal Tax Gap
Underreporting Of Income
Qualified Business Income Deduction
Tax Policy
Jeff Bezos
Tax Evasion
Tax Code Complexity
Estate Tax
Congress
Microsoft
Amazon
High-Income Earners
LA Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani
Accounting Education

Lisa De Simone and Bridget Stomberg (friends, professors, and tax nerds) discuss tax topics in simple terms.

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Coming up, we'll be talking about some surprising effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law July 4, 2025. In the meantime, revisit this episode, where we discuss the major tax provisions of the bill. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c... more

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In this episode, we discuss the mechanics of the qualified tip deduction and welcome Alexander Rifaat to discuss IRS and Treasury guidance issued following the passage of the provision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz... more

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Recent Guests

Alexander Rifaat
Tax policy analyst covering the White House and Treasury for Taxnotes Federal
Taxnotes Federal
Episode: On Not Taxing Tips, Revisited
Katie Daugherty
Doctoral student in accounting
Indiana University
Episode: On Demand for Tax Professionals
Benjamin Leff
Law professor at American University specializing in tax law and nonprofit organizations
American University
Episode: On the Johnson Amendment
Lauren Laricchio
Investigations Editor at Taxnotes, focusing on transparency issues and government tax policies.
Taxnotes
Episode: On the IRS and Transparency
Shannon Chen
Assistant professor focusing on various aspects of taxes
University of Arizona
Episode: On the Latest Tax Research
Joe Thorndyke
Director of the Tax History Project at Tax Analysts
Tax Analysts
Episode: RERUN: Ep 89 On Tariffs
Brooke Lierman
Comptroller of the State of Maryland and the first woman to be independently elected to the state's constitutional offices
State of Maryland
Episode: On the Take-Up of the Earned Income Tax Credit
Joe Thorndike
Director of the Tax History Project at Tax Analysts and frequent contributor to various prestigious news outlets
Tax Analysts
Episode: On Tariffs
Kaitlyn Kroeger
Ph.D. candidate in accounting at the University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: On Public Accounting Offshoring

Hosts

Bridget Stomberg
Co-host and tax expert, often bringing a humorous approach to complex topics.
Lisa De Simone
Co-host and renowned tax policy professor, known for her insightful analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Great show for everyone

    Making tax interesting and applying to real life is no easy task but Lisa and Bridgette do an amazing podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jcbindy
    United States2 years ago
  • Deferred comp and state taxation

    Love the show Would like to hear your thoughts about state mobility and deferred comp like the baseball player

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sshef
    United States2 years ago
  • You don’t have to know stuff to learn from this podcast

    Really informative and easy to digest- especially for me- considering that taxes and money and regulations feel daunting and I don’t know anything. Love the equity lens and the focus on people who don’t have all the money and access to those who can figure all this out for them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Isos303
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Interesting and energetic discussion about taxes and tax research. Thanks Lisa and Bridget!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tay-Fed
    United States4 years ago
  • Bitter Sweet

    Information is great and timing. Recording is horribly bad and painful. Humor can be over the top.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    borrego cafe
    United States4 years ago

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The engaging style and simplicity of explanations make it accessible for those unfamiliar with taxation.
Many enjoy the blend of personal anecdotes with professional insights, enhancing relatability.
Listeners appreciate the informative and lively discussions on complex tax topics.
There are mentions of high energy and informative delivery, suggesting a strong connection with the audience.

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RERUN Ep 98 - On the One Big Beautiful Bill
Q: What does OB3 mean for the US economy and our federal budget?
OB3's major tax provisions are estimated to increase long-run GDP by 1.2% due to business-friendly policies, though conflicting estimates exist regarding the overall economic impact and effect on wages.
On Demand for Tax Professionals
Q: Can you summarize your findings regarding job demand post TCJA?
Katie finds a greater count of tax jobs and a greater percentage of tax jobs relative to audit jobs following the TCJA.
On Demand for Tax Professionals
Q: What is your research question regarding the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act?
Katie Daugherty's dissertation studies how the TCJA affected public accounting firms' demand for tax accountants.
On the Johnson Amendment
Q: What's happening from a procedural standpoint regarding the changes to the Johnson Amendment?
Ben clarifies that the change is arising from a court case rather than congressional action, indicating a flawed process.
On the Johnson Amendment
Q: Can you talk a little bit more about the current implementation and the loopholes that it could create?
Ben explains that the IRS has shifted its stance on internal communications allowing endorsements within houses of worship, potentially opening loopholes.

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Conversations primarily center around accessible discussions of complexities in tax law, financial strategies, and their implications for everyday people. Noteworthy topics include the intricacies of retirement accounts, the impact of recent tax legislation on both individuals and the economy, and issues surrounding wealth inequality. The hosts are known for their engaging and humorous approach, making dense tax concepts relatable and easier to understand, often weaving in personal anecdotes to enhance the learning experience. This combination of education and entertainment distinguishes the content as particularly approachable for listeners without a background in finance or tax law, positioning it as a valuable resource for a broad audien... more

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