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Tackling Tax
Hosted by Forvis Mazars · EN
Welcome to Tackling Tax—a Forvis Mazars podcast. Along with varied guests, hosts Iris Laws and Devin Tenney will bring you the latest on tax policy and strategies—but in a way that you can actually use and understand. Whether you’re looking for intel into tax bills, global tax implications, or planning insights for your business, Tackling Tax is the right place. Listen every other week for more from our guests, which include everyone from university scholars to industry experts to the firm’s experienced leaders.
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Episode 23: How to Have a Successful Tax Transformation
Apr 700:22:50Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll talk with our Tax Transformation team to understand what makes tax functions successful and efficient. We welcome Kelly Necessary, the leader of the group, and Jenna Stutz, a managing director with the team.
Transcribe →Episode 22: Credit Transfers & the Clean Energy Landscape
Mar 2400:50:42Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll explore today’s clean energy landscape, with a specific focus on what it takes to sell credits and what to consider when buying them. We welcome David Burton, partner with the law firm Norton Rose Fulbright, and Richard Dovere, founder and chief executive officer of Dispatch Energy.
Transcribe →Episode 21: Hot Topics for Tax Methods
Mar 1000:22:06Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll explore topics ranging from bonus depreciation to the timing of methods during a transaction with Nathan Clark and Brittany Cummings on our Tax Methods team.
Transcribe →Episode 20: Tackling Tariffs
Feb 2400:27:42Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll explore tariffs and global trade with Michael Cornett, managing director with our Washington National Tax Office. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the Supreme Court issuing their decision that struck down tariff issued under IEEPA. For more information and discussion about the tariff decision and related next steps, listen to our short “Breaking Update” episode found on our website and other podcast platforms.
Transcribe →Tackling Tax Special Edition // Supreme Court: IEEPA Tariffs Invalid
Feb 2000:05:29Tap to summarizeIn this special breaking news edition of Tackling Tax, we cover the major Supreme Court decision issued on February 20, 2026, regarding the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court has overturned President Trump's IEEPA tariffs, ruling that the act does not authorize the president to impose such tariffs. Director Iris Laws and Managing Director Michael Cornett briefly break down the 170-page decision to explain what this means for the future of trade, the validity of current international agreements, and the complex path ahead for importers seeking refunds.
Transcribe →Episode 19: Navigating Taxes With the IRS
Feb 1000:23:41Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll explore what’s going on at the IRS, what taxpayers may be facing when it comes to exams, and more. We welcome Kristin Gutting, Caitlyn Meehan, and Karen Fleming with the Tax Controversy Group at Forvis Mazars.
Transcribe →Episode 18: How the AICPA Can Assist Taxpayers
Jan 2700:35:44Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll examine what the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is doing to influence tax policy and guidance, as well as look ahead to tax issues that will likely take center stage in 2026. We welcome Kristin Esposito, director of tax policy and advocacy at the AICPA.
Transcribe →Episode 17: A Look at Compensation & Benefit Plans
Jan 1300:38:41Tap to summarizeOn this episode, we’ll look at opportunities and potential traps regarding compensation and benefit plans, which play a critical role in a company’s culture. We welcome co-host Devin Tenney, a director in the Washington National Tax Office and leader of the Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Practice at Forvis Mazars.
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