Tackling Tax

Forvis Mazars
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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.

  1. 4D AGO

    Episode 19: Navigating Taxes With the IRS

    On 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.

    24 min

  2. JAN 27

    Episode 18: How the AICPA Can Assist Taxpayers

    On 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.

    36 min

  3. JAN 13

    Episode 17: A Look at Compensation & Benefit Plans

    On 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.

    39 min

  4. 12/16/2025

    Episode 16: Tax Implications for Aviation

    On this episode, we’ll delve into the world of aviation with items you’ll want to know if you lease, own, charter, or are just interested in airplanes. We welcome Katie Simmons and John Buchanan, two leaders of the firm’s aviation consulting practice.

    35 min

  5. 11/25/2025

    Episode 15: Section 1202 Opportunities

    On this episode, we’ll talk through an opportunity to exclude gain on the sale of qualified small business stock. We welcome Howard Wagner and Nick Zoyhofski, two leaders of the firm’s 1202 practice.

    32 min

  6. 11/11/2025

    Episode 14: Year-End Planning Strategies to Consider

    On this episode, we’ll dive into year-end planning and the strategies you could consider heading into 2026. We welcome Spencer Heywood and Michael Cornett to highlight planning topics to be aware of for the new year.

    41 min

  7. 10/28/2025

    Episode 13: The Opportunity Zone Opportunity

    This week on Tackling Tax, we’ll explore opportunity zones, which aim to stimulate new investment in economically distressed communities, and how they could benefit you.

    32 min

  8. 10/14/2025

    Episode 12: New Markets Tax Credit Opportunities

    On this episode, we’ll look at the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) and the opportunities it could offer you. We’ll discuss changes to the credit due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3) and some practical considerations for businesses. We welcome Wes Ernst and Mike Roney with the NMTC team at Forvis Mazars for a unique perspective on the incentive.

    32 min
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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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  • Creator
    Forvis Mazars
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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